Eternal Durdles

Mark Aronowitz discusses his role as an artist manager, focusing on the intricacies of managing comic book signings and transitioning into the world of Magic: The Gathering. He shares insights on building relationships with artists, the onboarding process for new talent, and the importance of community within the Magic scene. Mark also reflects on his favorite art pieces and the personal connections he has made through his work, while looking ahead to future events and collaborations.

In this conversation, Zac Clark and ForceofPhil delve into the intricacies of brewing in the Legacy format of Magic: The Gathering. They discuss the foundational concepts of 'walls' and 'pillars' that define the boundaries of deck building, the impact of new cards from Edge of Eternities, and the evolving metagame. The duo emphasizes the importance of instant speed removal and the strategic implications of Thoughtseize in deck construction. They also explore the significance of having backup plans in deck strategies, particularly in the context of the current competitive landscape.

In this conversation, Zac Clark and ForceofPhil delve into the intricacies of brewing in the Legacy format of Magic: The Gathering. They discuss the foundational concepts of 'walls' and 'pillars' that define the boundaries of deck building, the impact of new cards from Edge of Eternities, and the evolving metagame. The duo emphasizes the importance of instant speed removal and the strategic implications of Thoughtseize in deck construction. They also explore the significance of having backup plans in deck strategies, particularly in the context of the current competitive landscape.

Zac interviews Bryon Wackwitzon the early days of Magic: The Gathering, the evolution of fantasy art, the fantasy art industry and the impact of the Artists on Wizards of the Coast. He shares share personal stories about his experiences in the gaming community, the challenges faced by artists, and the importance of CCGs in the evolution of Fantasy Art. Bryon reflects on how the landscape of gaming has changed over the years and shres some unspoken stories from MTG's Past.

Zac interviews Bryon Wackwitzon the early days of Magic: The Gathering, the evolution of fantasy art, the fantasy art industry and the impact of the Artists on Wizards of the Coast. He shares share personal stories about his experiences in the gaming community, the challenges faced by artists, and the importance of CCGs in the evolution of Fantasy Art. Bryon reflects on how the landscape of gaming has changed over the years and shres some unspoken stories from MTG's Past.

Zac Clark provides an in-depth breakdown of his Enchantress deck used in a recent tournament. He discusses the unique aspects of the deck, its strategy, key cards, and interactions, as well as insights gained from playing against various opponents. Zac emphasizes the importance of understanding the meta, resource management, and adapting strategies based on the opponent's deck. He shares his experiences and lessons learned throughout the tournament, highlighting the deck's strengths and potential adjustments for future play.

Zac Clark provides an in-depth breakdown of his Enchantress deck used in a recent tournament. He discusses the unique aspects of the deck, its strategy, key cards, and interactions, as well as insights gained from playing against various opponents. Zac emphasizes the importance of understanding the meta, resource management, and adapting strategies based on the opponent's deck. He shares his experiences and lessons learned throughout the tournament, highlighting the deck's strengths and potential adjustments for future play.

The guys discuss a recent eight-round tournament, noting how Zac took the patented ETERNAL DURDLES PRACTICE METHOD into a non Magic Event and was able to effectively out Practice the field. They contrast the Sorcery event with previous Legacy and Premodern events, highlighting how their preparation demands this specific strategy to truly shine. According to them, it's a vindication of the way that they have been prepping for major events.= in the last year.

The guys discuss a recent eight-round tournament, noting how Zac took the patented ETERNAL DURDLES PRACTICE METHOD into a non Magic Event and was able to effectively out Practice the field. They contrast the Sorcery event with previous Legacy and Premodern events, highlighting how their preparation demands this specific strategy to truly shine. According to them, it's a vindication of the way that they have been prepping for major events.= in the last year.

Zac Clark and Adam delve into the concept of the Power 9 in the context of PreModern Magic: The Gathering. They explore the criteria for defining these iconic cards, discussing their power levels, utility, and the impact they have on gameplay. The discussion covers various categories of cards, including mana acceleration, tempo, and card advantage, while also considering the importance of enablers in the format. The conversation culminates in a proposed Power 12, highlighting the significance of each card in shaping the PreModern landscape.

Zac Clark and Adam delve into the concept of the Power 9 in the context of PreModern Magic: The Gathering. They explore the criteria for defining these iconic cards, discussing their power levels, utility, and the impact they have on gameplay. The discussion covers various categories of cards, including mana acceleration, tempo, and card advantage, while also considering the importance of enablers in the format. The conversation culminates in a proposed Power 12, highlighting the significance of each card in shaping the PreModern landscape.

Zac Clark interviews Jonathan Domanus, the founder of CardMill, a new device designed to help collectible card game players efficiently sort and manage their card collections. Jonathan shares his journey from being a player to creating a solution for the challenges faced by collectors, including the high costs of existing machines and the need for a user-friendly tool. The discussion covers the features of CardMill, its pricing, the games it supports, and the potential impact on the community. Jonathan emphasizes the importance of engaging with users and the excitement surrounding the Kickstarter campaign, which was fully funded in just 24 minutes. The conversation concludes with a look at the future of Cardmill's card sorting technology and its benefits from casual players to vendors at conventions.Cardmillhttps://cardmill.com/EternalDurdles

Zac Clark delves into the world of Pre-Modern Magic, sharing insights from his 9-10 years of experience with the format. He discusses the evolution of various deck archetypes, including control decks, Psychotog, Ponza Oath, and Landstill, while also exploring the decline of certain strategies like Tricks and Survival decks. The conversation highlights current trends in the format, such as Goblins and Elves, and emphasizes the importance of brewing strategies in a diverse and slower-paced environment.

Zac Clark delves into the world of Pre-Modern Magic, sharing insights from his 9-10 years of experience with the format. He discusses the evolution of various deck archetypes, including control decks, Psychotog, Ponza Oath, and Landstill, while also exploring the decline of certain strategies like Tricks and Survival decks. The conversation highlights current trends in the format, such as Goblins and Elves, and emphasizes the importance of brewing strategies in a diverse and slower-paced environment.

Zac Clark and ForceofPhil delve into the new Magic: The Gathering set, Edge of Eternity, discussing various cards and their potential impact on the Legacy format. They analyze standout cards, including Emergency Eject, Light Stall Inquisitor, Consult the Star Charts, and Tesseract Cool Captain, while also considering their roles in different deck strategies. The discussion highlights the importance of card synergy, the influence of existing meta constraints, and the excitement surrounding new mechanics and card interactions.

Zac Clark and ForceofPhil delve into the new Magic: The Gathering set, Edge of Eternity, discussing various cards and their potential impact on the Legacy format. They analyze standout cards, including Emergency Eject, Light Stall Inquisitor, Consult the Star Charts, and Tesseract Cool Captain, while also considering their roles in different deck strategies. The discussion highlights the importance of card synergy, the influence of existing meta constraints, and the excitement surrounding new mechanics and card interactions.

Zac and ForceofPhil discuss their experiences at the Order of the Sacred Torch event, sharing insights on deck strategies, tournament matchups, and the evolving meta inPremodern. They explore innovative new decks, the challenges of deck building, and their excitement for future events, emphasizing the community aspect of Premodern Magic.

Zac and ForceofPhil discuss their experiences at the Order of the Sacred Torch event, sharing insights on deck strategies, tournament matchups, and the evolving meta inPremodern. They explore innovative new decks, the challenges of deck building, and their excitement for future events, emphasizing the community aspect of Premodern Magic.

Zac and Phil discuss the evolution of the PreModern format, focusing on the current meta, deck innovations of time, and the impact of the Community solving and then resolving the format!

Zac and Phil discuss the evolution of the PreModern format, focusing on the current meta, deck innovations of time, and the impact of the Community solving and then resolving the format!

Phil goes over his New Theory the Laws of Legacy!

Phil goes over his New Theory the Laws of Legacy!

Zac Clark and Robert Wilson discuss the relaunch of the classic card game Overpower, exploring its mechanics, character abilities, and the unique use of public domain literary characters. They delve into the game's strategic depth, balancing gameplay, and the visual appeal of the cards. The discussion also covers the various formats available for play, resources for new players, and the future of Overpower within the collectible card game community.

Zac Clark and Robert Wilson discuss the relaunch of the classic card game Overpower, exploring its mechanics, character abilities, and the unique use of public domain literary characters. They delve into the game's strategic depth, balancing gameplay, and the visual appeal of the cards. The discussion also covers the various formats available for play, resources for new players, and the future of Overpower within the collectible card game community.

Zac Clark and ForceofPhil discuss the current state of Pre-Modern Magic, focusing on the importance of sideboard cards, particularly red blasts, and their impact on gameplay. They explore the significance of graveyard hate, artifact and enchantment removal, and creature wipes in the format. The discussion also touches on the community aspect of Pre-Modern and the potential for a new format that could engage players disenchanted with Legacy.

Zac Clark and ForceofPhil discuss the current state of Pre-Modern Magic, focusing on the importance of sideboard cards, particularly red blasts, and their impact on gameplay. They explore the significance of graveyard hate, artifact and enchantment removal, and creature wipes in the format. The discussion also touches on the community aspect of Pre-Modern and the potential for a new format that could engage players disenchanted with Legacy.

Zac Clark and ForceofPhil discuss the current state of the Legacy format in Magic: The Gathering, emphasizing the importance of Eternal Weekend as a driving force for player engagement. They explore the nostalgia and community aspects of formats like Premodern, the impact of power creep on gameplay, and the potential for a new format called 'Premiere' that could revitalize interest in Legacy. The discussion highlights the need for a governing body, the significance of community-driven formats, and the challenges of engaging players in a changing landscape of collectible card games.

Zac Clark and ForceofPhil discuss the current state of the Legacy format in Magic: The Gathering, emphasizing the importance of Eternal Weekend as a driving force for player engagement. They explore the nostalgia and community aspects of formats like Premodern, the impact of power creep on gameplay, and the potential for a new format called 'Premiere' that could revitalize interest in Legacy. The discussion highlights the need for a governing body, the significance of community-driven formats, and the challenges of engaging players in a changing landscape of collectible card games.

Zac Clark, Phil Blechman, and Matt Chow delve into the recent changes in the Banned and Restricted (BNR) list for Magic: The Gathering, focusing on the implications for the Legacy format. They discuss the challenges of obtaining reliable tournament data, the performance of various deck archetypes, and the contrasting experiences of playing in paper versus online. The discussion highlights the importance of community insights and the need for greater transparency from Wizards of the Coast regarding format health and data sharing.

Zac Clark, Phil Blechman, and Matt Chow delve into the recent changes in the Banned and Restricted (BNR) list for Magic: The Gathering, focusing on the implications for the Legacy format. They discuss the challenges of obtaining reliable tournament data, the performance of various deck archetypes, and the contrasting experiences of playing in paper versus online. The discussion highlights the importance of community insights and the need for greater transparency from Wizards of the Coast regarding format health and data sharing.

Zac Clark and Max Gilmore discuss the recent ban and restricted list announcement for the Legacy format in Magic: The Gathering. They explore the emotional reactions from the community, the balance between player sentiment and data-driven decisions, and the impact of popular decks on player experience. The discussion delves into the psychological effects of losing to certain decks, the current metagame, and the future of Legacy as a format. Both speakers emphasize the importance of community engagement and innovation in deck building.

Zac Clark and Max Gilmore discuss the recent ban and restricted list announcement for the Legacy format in Magic: The Gathering. They explore the emotional reactions from the community, the balance between player sentiment and data-driven decisions, and the impact of popular decks on player experience. The discussion delves into the psychological effects of losing to certain decks, the current metagame, and the future of Legacy as a format. Both speakers emphasize the importance of community engagement and innovation in deck building.

Zac and Phil Invite Michael Reed of the Legacy Small Talk Podcast to discuss a Recent Article on EtenralDurdles.com. They go into the complexities of the Banning and Restricting (BNR) philosophy in Magic: The Gathering's Legacy format. The speakers discuss the nuances of categorizing cards as unfun, offenders, and oppressors, and how community sentiment influences decisions on card bans. They explore the impact of power levels, the shifting meta dynamics, and the future of control decks in the format. Speculations on upcoming bans and the implications of new cards are also discussed, highlighting the ongoing evolution of the Legacy format.

Zac discusses the recent ban and restricted announcement in Magic: The Gathering, focusing primarily on the implications for the Legacy format while expressing disappointment over the lack of changes the format. He delves into the ongoing issues with the Oops All Spells deck and the community's reaction to the current state of the game, emphasizing the need for player feedback and engagement with Wizards of the Coast.

Zac and Phil Invite Michael Reed of the Legacy Small Talk Podcast to discuss a Recent Article on EtenralDurdles.com. They go into the complexities of the Banning and Restricting (BNR) philosophy in Magic: The Gathering's Legacy format. The speakers discuss the nuances of categorizing cards as unfun, offenders, and oppressors, and how community sentiment influences decisions on card bans. They explore the impact of power levels, the shifting meta dynamics, and the future of control decks in the format. Speculations on upcoming bans and the implications of new cards are also discussed, highlighting the ongoing evolution of the Legacy format.

Zac and Phil delve into the top threats in the pre-modern Magic: The Gathering format, discussing various cards, their mechanics, and personal experiences. They explore the nuances of cards like Exalted Angel, Celestial Dawn, and Elkin Bottle, while also sharing humorous anecdotes and insights into the game's history and strategy. In this episode, the hosts delve into various strategies and classic cards in Pre-Modern Magic: The Gathering, discussing the significance of cards like Celestial Dawn and TerraVore. They explore existential themes in gaming, the impact of deck donations, and highlight top threats in the format. The conversation also touches on honorable mentions and the evolving landscape of deck strategies, providing insights into the game's depth and community engagement.

TakeawaysExalted Angel can be a powerful card but has specific mechanics that can lead to unexpected outcomes.Celestial Dawn is a complex card that can change the nature of mana and card types in play.Elkin Bottle's functionality is straightforward, but its artwork can lead to confusion.False Prophet can be a game-changer when used strategically with cards like Tempting Worm.Opalescence serves as a key win condition in enchantment-based decks.Mystic Enforcer is a strong threat with protection from black, making it difficult for opponents to deal with.Combining Celestial Dawn with other cards can create convoluted but powerful combos.Growlub offers unique synergies with cards like Pestilence, allowing for interesting gameplay strategies.The conversation highlights the importance of card interactions and understanding mechanics in Magic: The Gathering.Humor and personal anecdotes enrich the discussion, making it engaging for listeners. Deck strategies often revolve around classic cards that have stood the test of time.Celestial Dawn can significantly alter the dynamics of a game.Existential themes can emerge even in casual gaming discussions.Deck donations allow for community engagement and creativity.Understanding the top threats in a format is crucial for competitive play.Honorable mentions can often reveal hidden gems in deck building.The interaction between cards can create unique strategies and synergies.Players often have strong opinions about the best cards and strategies.The evolution of the game reflects broader trends in gaming culture.Community discussions can lead to deeper insights into gameplay and strategy.

Zac and Phil discuss the upcoming Ban and Restricted announcement for Magic: The Gathering, focusing on the purpose of such announcements, the current meta, and the community's sentiments regarding card bans. They analyze the implications of specific cards on the format, particularly those that are deemed oppressive, and explore the ongoing narrative surrounding control strategies in Legacy. The discussion highlights the need for a collective assessment of the format and the rationale behind banning certain cards. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of control strategies within the Legacy format of Magic: The Gathering. They discuss the importance of a collective understanding of control, the role of various strategies in the metagame, and the necessity of card selection tools for control players.

Zac and Phil discuss the upcoming Ban and Restricted announcement for Magic: The Gathering, focusing on the purpose of such announcements, the current meta, and the community's sentiments regarding card bans. They analyze the implications of specific cards on the format, particularly those that are deemed oppressive, and explore the ongoing narrative surrounding control strategies in Legacy. The discussion highlights the need for a collective assessment of the format and the rationale behind banning certain cards. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of control strategies within the Legacy format of Magic: The Gathering. They discuss the importance of a collective understanding of control, the role of various strategies in the metagame, and the necessity of card selection tools for control players.

We're excited to share a state of the channel announcement with you all! We're planning a special video related to the ban and restricted list for MTG, and will be sharing our thoughts. Stay tuned for more MTG content!

Phil and Zac are back to dissect the real issue plaguing Legacy: it's not just what gets banned, it's how Wizards thinks about the format. From Beanstalk and Tamiyo to The One Ring and Bowmasters, we explore the “game changers” that dominate every match and flatten decision trees. What does a healthy Legacy actually look like in a post-MH era? Why do the same play patterns keep showing up? And is there any hope that bans can fix it?

Phil and Zac are back to dissect the real issue plaguing Legacy: it's not just what gets banned, it's how Wizards thinks about the format. From Beanstalk and Tamiyo to The One Ring and Bowmasters, we explore the “game changers” that dominate every match and flatten decision trees. What does a healthy Legacy actually look like in a post-MH era? Why do the same play patterns keep showing up? And is there any hope that bans can fix it?

In this conversation, various participants discuss the current state of the Legacy format in Magic: The Gathering, focusing on potential bans and unbans in the upcoming Banned and Restricted announcement. Key topics include the impact of graveyard decks, particularly Reanimator and Oops All Spells, and the community's sentiments regarding the health of the format. Participants express their hopes for unbanning certain cards while also advocating for the banning of others, particularly Entomb and Tamiyo. The discussion highlights the diverse opinions within the community and the desire for a more balanced and enjoyable gameplay experience.

In this conversation, various participants discuss the current state of the Legacy format in Magic: The Gathering, focusing on potential bans and unbans in the upcoming Banned and Restricted announcement. Key topics include the impact of graveyard decks, particularly Reanimator and Oops All Spells, and the community's sentiments regarding the health of the format. Participants express their hopes for unbanning certain cards while also advocating for the banning of others, particularly Entomb and Tamiyo. The discussion highlights the diverse opinions within the community and the desire for a more balanced and enjoyable gameplay experience.

Zac invites Douges to discuss the challenges of playing Maverick decks in the MTG Legacy format. They touch on the disadvantage that these decks face without certain control elements. Listen in for some Magic Community Insights on Legacy Deck building!TakeawaysNon-blue decks like Maverick face inherent disadvantages in Legacy.Players must innovate and adapt their decks to stay competitive.Skythcat Cub offers new disruption options for Maverick.Meta dynamics are shifting, requiring Maverick players to rethink strategies.Understanding matchups is crucial for success with Maverick.Maverick is not the best entry point for new players.Community support is vital for Maverick players.Experiences in international tournaments highlight the universal nature of Magic.Maverick players need to be versatile in their strategies.Enjoyment of the game is key, regardless of deck choice.Chapters00:00 Understanding the Disadvantage of Non-Blue Decks02:30 Innovations in Maverick and New Card Insights04:43 Meta Dynamics and Threat Upgrades in Maverick07:10 Navigating the Challenges of Playing Maverick09:38 Experiences in Legacy and the Universal Language of Magic

Zac invites Douges to discuss the challenges of playing Maverick decks in the MTG Legacy format. They touch on the disadvantage that these decks face without certain control elements. Listen in for some Magic Community Insights on Legacy Deck building!

Zac and Phil discuss their list of the best lands in the Premodern format of Magic: The Gathering. They review their top picks for Premodern MTG, highlighting what makes each land special in the format and explaining they placement in the list. Check it out to hear their thoughts on the Premodern Lands that make the grade!

Zac and Phil discuss their list of the best lands in the Premodern format of Magic: The Gathering. They review their top picks for Premodern MTG, highlighting what makes each land special in the format and explaining they placement in the list. Check it out to hear their thoughts on the Premodern Lands that make the grade!

Zac Clark and ForceofPhil delve into the new Final Fantasy standard set, discussing various cards, their mechanics, and their potential impact on gameplay. They express disappointment in the lack of certain lore elements and analyze specific cards like Absolute Virtue, Cecil Dark Knight, and others, weighing their strengths and weaknesses in the current meta. The discussion highlights the blend of lore and gameplay in the Final Fantasy universe, as well as the implications of new cards on competitive play. In this conversation, the hosts delve into various aspects of Magic: The Gathering, focusing on new cards and their implications in gameplay. They explore the mechanics of specific artifacts, evaluate their potential in different formats, and discuss the impact of new lands. The conversation also touches on the evolving design philosophy of Magic, particularly the tension between standard and commander formats.

Zac Clark and ForceofPhil delve into the new Final Fantasy standard set, discussing various cards, their mechanics, and their potential impact on gameplay. They express disappointment in the lack of certain lore elements and analyze specific cards like Absolute Virtue, Cecil Dark Knight, and others, weighing their strengths and weaknesses in the current meta. The discussion highlights the blend of lore and gameplay in the Final Fantasy universe, as well as the implications of new cards on competitive play. In this conversation, the hosts delve into various aspects of Magic: The Gathering, focusing on new cards and their implications in gameplay. They explore the mechanics of specific artifacts, evaluate their potential in different formats, and discuss the impact of new lands. The conversation also touches on the evolving design philosophy of Magic, particularly the tension between standard and commander formats.

Zac Clark discusses the top 10 power outliers in the pre-modern format of Magic the Gathering. They explore various cards that have significant impacts on gameplay, including their versatility, strategic advantages, and the unique roles they play in different deck archetypes. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding these cards for both brewing new decks and piloting existing ones, while also engaging the community for their thoughts and favorite cards.