Charcoal in the stockings (or potatoes when I was growing up) is an off-and-on tradition in the family. Mostly for a laugh or two but also a reminder to behave (not that I think it ever worked). As the kids have gotten older, it is not quite as common as it was before.

This year, I was the lucky recipient of some charcoal courtesy of Noah. But it was a special take on the usual charcoal in the stocking.

This is what happens when a clever Magic player decides to hand out coal for Christmas:

Noah was (rightfully) pretty proud of himself for this one.

My mission is now to find a deck in which it will live… Maybe a coal and diamond deck? Are there enough cards? There are a few diamond creatures and a few artifacts. Not quite as many coal based cards though so this would be a bit of a stretch.

Any ideas out there? Feel free to drop us a comment below if you have any.