Discard for Magic is about Summoner Wars the board game, and is hosted by Aaron and James. This game is a tactical two player dueling game that is deck driven with tons of unique factions to choose from. We dive into a variety of topics on every episode, from recent tournaments, talking to faction experts, and even talking to the designer himself, Colby Dauch! If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic podcast logo was designed by Lark. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
All the stats you could ask for! We interview Joe discussing this years stats, community questions, and the implications of tariffs!Summoner Wars Discord:https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark.
Tundra Orc expert analysis, what units to use, and when to get the most out of your events. We interview Nesle, a Tundra Orc expert! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and how aggressive to be with Grognack. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4XxzmjIf you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com
Sand Goblins expert analysis, what units to use, and when to get the most out of your events. We interview Nick and Profit, a couple of Sand Goblin experts! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and how to get the most out of Krusk. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com
Bean joins for a common draft day! This episode we are going though the commons in the game and drafting our favorites.Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark.
A look at what it takes to make a board game! We interview Robert Hovakimyan discussing games he has designed, the process of developing games, and what he thought of Summoner Wars!Summoner Wars Discord:https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark.
We interview two of the top players Profit and Vexer for tips on how to play at the highest level! They give tricks and strategies on ways to improve and what to focus on as you grow as a player! Hope you enjoy! Summoner Wars Discord:https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark.
Part 2 of the updates, previewing the upcoming factions, new games from PHG, and your questions from the community! We interview Colby and Joe discussing this years stats, community questions, and which faction would be the best football team!Summoner Wars Discord:https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark.
A look at 2025 for Plaid Hat Games, the upcoming factions, and your questions from the community! We interview Colby and Joe discussing this years stats, community questions, and which faction would be the best football team! Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark.
Skilled Crimson Order analysis, what units to use, and when to get the most out of your events. We interview Shmeebee and Tortugatron, two Crimson Order experts! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and how to use the Baron's hitpoints effectively. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com
The Factions Masters Tournament where the top ranked players compete in single elimination. We interview the creator Clarissimus, a tournament orgnaizer! We discuss everything from the origin of his name, his Summoner Wars backstory, and the Faction Masters tournament! Clarissimu's YouTube Summoner Wars Discord Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Eternal Council expert analysis, what units to use, and when to get the most out of your events. We interview Snalg, a Eternal Council expert! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and how aggressive to be with Edia. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Bean joins for a champ draft day! This episode we are going though the champs in the game and drafting our favorites. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
The Forged expert analysis, what units to use, and when to get the most out of your events. We interview Allies and Magus, a couple of Forgemasters! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and how aggressive to be. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Phoenix Elves expert analysis, what units to use, and when to get the most out of your events. We interview Morningtime, a Phoenix Elf expert! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and how aggressive to be. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Bean joins for an event draft day! This episode we are going though the events in the game and drafting our favorites. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Niki's backstory, HR complaints, and could the Summoner Wars universe be expanded! We interview Donald and Niki discussing who is the main character of Summoner Wars, factions they made, and Summoner Wars as a TTRPG. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
We rank everything, again but just on enjoyment! This episode we are going though our fun tier list and giving a bit of background behind the ranking we gave each faction. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Shadow Elves expert analysis, hand management, and when to go for the assasination. We interview Shampoo and Vexer, two Shadow Elf experts! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and how to generate boosts. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Skyspear Avian expert analysis, when to dive in, and what champs to summon. We interview Devlinfish, a Skyspear Avian expert! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and how aggressive to be. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
We rank everything! This episode we are flying solo and go through our tier list giving a bit of background behind the ranking we gave each faction. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
All the stats, the upcoming factions, and your questions from the community! We interview Colby and Joe discussing this years stats, community questions, and upcoming factions. Wandering Galaxy Kickstarter Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
All the faction spoilers, if Plaid Hat ran an amusement park, and their very first kickstarter! We interview Colby and Joe discussing upcoming factions, amusement parks, and Wandering Galaxy. Wandering Galaxy Kickstarter Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
The state of deck-building, how to introduce new players to deckbuilding, and how our guests came to the game! We interview GameBear and Cheezits, two of the most dominant and prolific deckbuilders! We discuss everything from how they got started, to how to shape the meta, and should certain cards be banned. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic podcast logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Chosen Grove sneak peek, potential future factions, and where all of Plaid Hat's ideas come from! We discuss everything from Donald's back story and ideas, how the Chosen Grove is going in playtesting, and the upcoming Wandering Galaxy. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Mountain Vargath expert analysis, the best options to win with them, and what champs to summon. We interview Beaneasly, a Mountain Vargath expert! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and how aggressive to be. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Details about the Dice Tower, how Tom found Summoner Wars, and the best convention food options! We interview Tom Vasel, creater of the Dice Tower! We discuss everything from how Tom started the Dice Tower, upcoming Dice Tower content and conventions, and their board game library. The Dice Tower Summoner Wars Discord Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
The potential turtle faction, running community tournaments, and the origin of tortugatrons name. We interview Tortugatron, a tournament orgnaizer! We discuss everything from the turt avatar, upcoming tournaments, and rankings of different factions. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Obsidian Dwarves expert analysis, the best options to win with them, and what champs to summon. We interview Magnifico, an Obsidian Dwarves expert! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and how much risk to take. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Fallen Kingdom expert analysis, where they currently rank, and what champs to summon. We interview Rdebruys, a Fallen Kingdom expert! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and explosive Fallen Kingdom tips. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic podcast logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Being inclusionary in gaming, Summoner Scuffles, and streaming Summoner Wars. We interview Fuzzy and Ben, Co-hosts of the Summoner Scuffle and community leader! We discuss everything from inclusion, their favorite scuffles, and the summoner wars community. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Fungal Dwarves expert analysis, where they currently rank, and if they need any more nerfs. We interview Profit, a Fungal Dwarf savant! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and sneaky Fungal Dwarf tips. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic podcast logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Dan's thoughts on 2nd Edition, his favorite factions, and a custom faction he created! We interview Dan Thurot, creater of Space Biff! We discuss everything from the new factions, board game reviewing, and other board games you should check out. Space Biff Summoner Wars Discord Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Ciabatta Tournaments, upcoming articles, and deckbuilding? We interview Ciabatta, creater some of the first tournaments and community leader! We discuss everything from fan tournaments, Savannah Elves deckbuilding, and the summoner wars community. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Website, app, and steam details, next factions in the works, and your community questions! We discuss everything from release dates, what the website entails, and answer all your burning questions. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Polar Dwarves expert analysis, how to avoid burnout, and Orange Lazarus's background. We interview Orange Lazarus, one of the best players from the community! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and 5 ways to play polar dwarves. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic podcast logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Wayfarers expert analysis, new faction designs, and playtesting. We interview Nick, Lead Game Developer and Lead Playtester at Plaid Hat! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and how to become a playtester. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic podcast logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Swamp Orcs expert analysis, league championships, and how Vexer came to Summoner Wars. We interview Vexer, back to back league champion and current tournament finalist! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and how to play these Swamp Orcs at the highest level. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic podcast logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Breakers expert analysis, youtube videos, and how Waterd came to Summoner Wars. We interview Waterd, one of the top players from the community! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and how to play these Breakers at the highest level. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic podcast logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
We recap the exciting deck building tournament finals! We interview Profit and Askyriel, the two finalists! We discuss their thoughts as we break down the gameplay from the finals. The Finals Game: Profit's High Elves vs Askyriel's Cloaks Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
League, local communities, and a new website? We interview Massimo, creater of sw-zone and current league organizer! We discuss everything from online tools on sw-zone, how to join the league, and the summoner wars community. https://sw-zone.com/divisions Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Stats, technical behind the scenes, and Joe's Plaid Hat backstory. We interview Joe Ellis, Plaid Hat's CTO! We discuss everything from coding the app, to stats galore, and potential future changes to the app and tournaments. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
High Elves expert analysis, base deck tournament recap , and how Profit came to Summoner Wars. We interview Profit, the winner in the latest base deck tournament! We discuss everything from how the finals went down, how to choose decks for tournaments, and how to play these elves at the highest level. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic podcast logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Deck-building tournament, how to introduce new players, and two player games! We interview Shampoo, the runner up in the latest deck-building tournament! We discuss everything from how the finals went down, to the best deck-building decks. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic podcast logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support
Storm Goblin sneak peek, summoner wars beginnings, and Plaid Hat Games! We interview Colby Dauch, CEO of Plaid Hat Games and designer of Summoner Wars! We discuss everything from changes from 1st edition, how Plaid Hat Games started, and the story of Colby Dauch. Play Summoner Wars Online: https://summonerwars.plaidhatgames.com/# Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic podcast logo was designed by Lark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aaronandjames/support