Death’s Door Podcast

In their stunning, sure-to-be-Pulitzer-Prize-nominated Season 3 debut, the Death's Door crew discusses the scourge of competitive Sorcery (Archimago) and the scourge of in-person Sorcery (convincing a store to hold events for your favorite game).   Brontë and John's League of Champions Druid deck: https://curiosa.io/decks/cm61dib16001rjy0380bz7sry   deathsdoorsorcerypod.substack.com   Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/hot-in-harlem   Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/do-it  

In this historic episode, John and Brontë debrief on Sorcery Con sealed, Season 6 of Sorcery League, and the diverse and fascinating ecosystems that thrive within deserts.    deathsdoorsorcerypod.substack.com/podcast    Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/hot-in-harlem Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/do-it  

To celebrate the astounding landmark that is 14 whole episodes, Brontë and John break down the Top 8 of Sorcery Con's Constructed Championship. Featuring a guest appearance from every Sorcery player's favorite spell-slinging vampire.   Top 8 deck lists:  Sorcery Con Top deck lists: 1st place, Alexis Romero: https://curiosa.io/decks/cm3145hul00hpb9fq7wyagy2z  2nd place, Jeremy Murray: https://curiosa.io/decks/cm306af6c0092kxvyy8edcmqp  3rd place, Marcus Payne: https://curiosa.io/decks/cm2r45uf400anaserxbf6h2pr  3rd place, Matthew Maher: https://curiosa.io/decks/clzutpmgk000fklrui9jeji6m  5th place, David Johnson: https://curiosa.io/decks/cm2ksra7s001cm0r5twt9hyc7  5th place, Drake Williams: https://curiosa.io/decks/clqb1xunc0006n8929gnzhp2t  5th place, Matt Schilb: https://curiosa.io/decks/cm2scyhii002qizrnjdh2esvm  5th place, Navid Milani: https://curiosa.io/decks/cm29u9kn0003ddbs0cco77d3y    https://deathsdoorsorcerypod.substack.com/podcast   Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/hot-in-harlem Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/do-it  

Today, Brontë is joined by David (FloatingSkull), one of the SorceryCon organizers and a judge for the Sorcery League. They talk about gaming, rules nightmares, and what to expect from SorceryCon.    Find out more and get your tickets here: www.sorcerycon.com   Make sure to subscribe to our Substack for updates directly in your inbox: deathsdoorsorcerypod.substack.com    Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/hot-in-harlem Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/do-it  

We waited three weeks to record this episode to make sure we were cooled down and level-headed while discussing the rules change announcement that increased deck sizes from 40/20 to 50/30 (and eventually 60/40). Needless to say, we haven't cooled down very much, and we're not very enthusiastic about the change.   www.deathsdoorsorcerypod.substack.com   Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/hot-in-harlem Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/do-it

On this oversized, special Friday episode, John and Brontë dive deep into a handful of the juicy, exciting Arthurian Legends cards that have been spoiled over the last few weeks. These ratings are definitive, exhaustive, and non-negotiable. Any other ratings have not received the official Death's Door Stamp of Approval.   www.deathsdoorsorcerypod.substack.com   Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/hot-in-harlem Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/do-it  

With Gen Con coming to a close, John and Brontë debrief on their takeaways from the weekend and recap the day's constructed tournament.    deathsdoorsorcerypod.substack.com   Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/hot-in-harlem Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/do-it

At day two of Gen Con, John and Brontë didn't play much Sorcery and instead ran around squeeing and squealing about so many cool games and events. Now, mere hours before the Saturday Constructed event, they scramble to get their decks together.   deathsdoorsorcerypod.substack.com   Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/hot-in-harlem Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/do-it  

At the official first day of Gen Con, John and Brontë played Delta Green, Starfinder 2e, and, of course, Sorcery: Contested Realm. Drafting was a blast, and they're sleepiest guys. deathsdoorsorcerypod.substack.com   Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/do-it Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/hot-in-harlem  

The Death's Door Bois (TM) are in it to win it at Gen Con. This first entry in a future-Pulitzer Prize-winning audio drama details the lives and toils of two gamers trying to do everything Indianapolis has to offer.   deathsdoorsorcerypod.substack.com   Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/do-it Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/hot-in-harlem      

This week, John and Brontë talk about hobby burnout, what causes it, how it affects your gameplay, and how to bounce back.     Subscribe to our newsletter here: https://deathsdoorsorcerypod.substack.com/ Look at John's bad Avatar of Air deck here: https://curiosa.io/decks/clxqqjcik00hu12xp4gwhasg0   Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/hot-in-harlem Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/do-it  

After a few weeks away, the boys are back in town and ready to cast Drown! This week's episode covers the end of Sorcery League Season 4 and the long-awaited Courtesan Cup. Don't forget to subscribe to the team's free newsletter at deathsdoorsorcerypod.substack.com nvekmauvia's league-winning Avatar of Air deck: https://curiosa.io/decks/clur4vvfi007393mb1jeks49q OFN-CJ's 2nd place Seer Roots deck: https://curiosa.io/decks/cltwmj6vp0040ydfaz3qodjgd  Live coverage of the Courtesan Cup finals: https://www.youtube.com/live/xEYwozoy3HY?si=lf-TF-DkhkA36sJk&t=28932       

You heard it here first! Death's Door is back and running full speed into competitive coverage, metagame analysis, and plenty of laughs. Check out a brand new episode airing Thursday, June 27th, 2024.   deathsdoorsorcerypod.substack.com   Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/get-on-up License code: CXMWFUVHKOHVLM12

This week, John and Brontë dive deep into the Australia-New Zealand Championship top 8 deck lists, discuss the Spring Sorcery Social, and muse about the Sorcery League Season 4 top cut. Buy your Sorcery Social entry here, and don't forget to use the promo code "deathsdoor" for $10 off: https://store.sorcery.social/ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/hot-in-harlem License code: PFZRQDXIMECHWSGB Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/do-it License code: IJOYCEVNRALGUQTZ

Amidst the Sorcerypocalypse, the Death's Door crew talk how stonks affect in-person play both casual and competitive, forget to mention how absurdly cool store cubes are, look at Battlemage in a new light, and analyze Sorcery League now that there are only 10 days left of Season 4 regulation play. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/hot-in-harlem License code: PFZRQDXIMECHWSGB Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/do-it License code: IJOYCEVNRALGUQTZ

This week, Brontë and John discuss Sorcery League, March of the Mortals, and losing big time when the stakes are high.    Watch Brontë's MOTM feature match here: https://youtu.be/3lTYRntmAKM?t=8652 ELD Sorcery Open: Courtesan Cup Qualifier in Bellingham, MA: https://eldstimevaultgames.com/product/sorcery/ Midland Mayhem in Belleville, IL: https://topdeck.gg/hubs/8XpUVLp5w7Zf7KJWrR1O44KGbzJ2   Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/hot-in-harlem License code: PILTOWYDGUMCHBRV Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/do-it License code: BVAOMDLGSXCWKFNU

In the wake of the first major Sorcery events, John and Brontë discuss the post-SorceryCon meta, the transcendent power of Sorcerer, strategies for playing limited, and Amy Winehouse.    Find Golden Eagle Cards' breakdown of the SorceryCon Top 8 here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WxDY4ANSpS0&t=5s   Read more about March of the Mortals (March 16th) here: https://sorcerytcg.com/news/march-of-the-mortals-sorcery-takes-over-texas   West Virginia Courtesan Cup Qualifier (March 9th) event page: https://play.sorcerytcg.com/events/857e1e7d-a960-46de-b160-248007483646    Florida Courtesan Cup Qualifier (April 20th) announcement: https://sorcerytcg.com/news/sorcery-shines-in-the-sunshine-state-with-florida-courtesan-qualifier   New England Courtesan Cup Qualifier (May 5th) page: https://eldstimevaultgames.com/product/sorcery/    Official Courtesan Cup website: https://courtesan-cup.sorcery.social/   Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/hot-in-harlem License code: JVUQBEZGIPSYRCFW Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/do-it License code: XVIDRZPJHUMTYLGB

This week, we reveal our Sorcery Valentines, break down our thoughts on the updated rulebook for 2024, discuss why knowing the rules is actually kind of important, and finally talk about in person tournaments.  Don't forget to follow us at: https://deathsdoorsorcerypod.substack.com/ Updated rulebook: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sgQo0xf0N2teIR0zlyl91g9j6LVncZnr/view Look for our friend from Forked TT at SorceryCon, and follow him on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Forkedtt Everything you need to know about March of the Mortals in Denton, TX: https://play.sorcerytcg.com/events/8cd827b6-0382-402a-bd82-f496f58484be   Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/do-it License code: XBVISCLRFEWKAYQD Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/hot-in-harlem License code: YDQIHZGJSVCBTOKU

In this episode, John and Brontë look to Sorcery's past to discuss potential future sets and mechanics and prepare for new archetypes, strategies, and cards. Find all decks, cards, and information mentioned in this episode at deathsdoorsorcerypod.substack.com   Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/hot-in-harlem License code: RFWMADKYJGSUVBHP Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/do-it License code: SKHUWYOFBGATXZLN  

In the second episode of Death's Door, John and Brontë break down deck strategies and archetypes in Sorcery: Contested Realm, analyze the current competitive metagame, make some predictions for Season 4 of Sorcery League, and finally reveal what decks they'll be playing during the League.  Find those decklists on the Death's Door Curiosa page: https://curiosa.io/users/clpiwkiig0000l108auvvq5oj Subscribe to our Substack to get new episodes, deck primers, and occasional thoughts on competitive play directly in your inbox: https://deathsdoorsorcerypod.substack.com/ And check out decklists mentioned in the episode here: Zach's Avatar of Fire aggro: https://curiosa.io/decks/clntfhsnm0014l50f1ggkuyeq  Ira's Deathspeaker control: https://curiosa.io/decks/clp7ywy98000mi90ft0sz48p6  Season 2 top cut: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1w3UohL45IHBw1SLg6Wbh6eL5KjtpRyn1JSWBJUoJzus Season 3 top cut: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ON9QWrDpBUhg8XT3VVLYVL0fpU-yNQuI4ujtVToLDVw League Championship lists: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1hBuWV42QMs_h30JXecA9GjfZppPsT7szsZvmQfqadmA Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/hot-in-harlem License code: YQEHARFNWDVMKOCG Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/do-it License code: VWSFPOMHKRYINUZJ

Sorcery: Contested Realm has kitchen-table sensibilities, but that doesn't mean we can't break it. In this inaugural episode of Death's Door, hosts John and Brontë introduce themselves, discuss their histories with competitive TCG play, and dive into the wide and exciting world of Sorcery: Contested Realm.    Intro music credit: Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/hot-in-harlem License code: FTWLBHQVIASCRGZJ   Outro music credit:  Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/infraction/do-it License code: QMGSUDONWJBCPAXY