Since November 2016, the Magic Bracket has been running a public single-elimination contest - from 16,343 cards, now at long last down to just 128. The voting for the Top 128 will start on Monday 23rd July, but before then, I’d like to get something special set up.

The full Top 128 can be viewed here. Every card on that list has beaten seven others (OK, a few had a Round 1 bye) to get here. Every card on that list is somebody’s favourite - maybe even yours. Are you willing to write a short intro - just a few hundred words - in favour of your card of choice?

I would like to preface each vote with a little intro from someone. If you’re a Magic content creator, a longtime Bracket supporter, or someone in the Magic Community with a strong association with your card, all the better - but if you’re just someone who’s interested and passionate about your card, that’s more than fine too.

To apply, please contact me at d.lyfordsmith@gmail.com with the subject line ‘Magic Bracket Top 128′ and detail a little about who you are and why you are pulling for your card (and if you can a few others you wouldn’t mind writing for if your top choice isn’t available).