Eternal Durdles

Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EternalDurdlesZac Clark and ForceofPhil discuss the upcoming Eternal Weekend and the potential impact of bans on the Legacy format. They express concerns about Wizards of the Coast's handling of format health and the need for a community panel to provide oversight. The discussion delves into the historical context of Eternal Weekends, analyzing how the format has changed over the years and the implications of banning decisions. The speakers emphasize the importance of community engagement and transparency in decision-making processes to ensure a healthier future for the Legacy format.

Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EternalDurdlesZac Clark and ForceofPhil discuss the upcoming Eternal Weekend and the potential impact of bans on the Legacy format. They express concerns about Wizards of the Coast's handling of format health and the need for a community panel to provide oversight. The discussion delves into the historical context of Eternal Weekends, analyzing how the format has changed over the years and the implications of banning decisions. The speakers emphasize the importance of community engagement and transparency in decision-making processes to ensure a healthier future for the Legacy format.

Zac Clark interviews Ken Meyer Jr., a renowned artist known for his iconic contributions to Magic: The Gathering. They discuss the evolution of art in the game, Ken's journey as an illustrator, and the challenges and rewards of freelancing in the art world. Ken shares insights into his artistic style, the impact of digital art, and memorable experiences from his career. He also offers valuable advice for aspiring artists looking to break into the industry.

Zac Clark interviews Ken Meyer Jr., a renowned artist known for his iconic contributions to Magic: The Gathering. They discuss the evolution of art in the game, Ken's journey as an illustrator, and the challenges and rewards of freelancing in the art world. Ken shares insights into his artistic style, the impact of digital art, and memorable experiences from his career. He also offers valuable advice for aspiring artists looking to break into the industry.

Zac Clark and ForceofPhil delve into the intricacies of Magic: The Gathering, focusing on the 'Triple Threat Theory' in deck building, strategies for Legacy formats, and the importance of proactive play. They discuss the role of key cards like Tamiyo, the dynamics of countermagic in CEDH, and the impact of YouTube's algorithm on content creation. The conversation also touches on the state of Legacy, community-driven formats, and the future of Eternal Weekend events, emphasizing the need for player-driven initiatives in the face of perceived neglect from Wizards of the Coast.

Zac Clark and ForceofPhil delve into the intricacies of Legacy, focusing on the 'Triple Threat Theory' in deck building, strategies for Legacy formats, and the importance of proactive play. They discuss the role of key cards like Tamiyo, the dynamics of countermagic in CEDH, and the impact of YouTube's algorithm on content creation. The conversation also touches on the state of Legacy, community-driven formats, and the future of Eternal Weekend events, emphasizing the need for player-driven initiatives in the face of perceived neglect from Wizards of the Coast.

Zac Clark interviews Jesper Myrfors, Magic: The Gathering's first art director. Jesper shares his journey into the gaming industry, emphasizing the importance of diversity in art and the need for artists to receive recognition and fair compensation. He reflects on the evolution of Magic's art, the impact of corporate influence on the gaming industry, and offers advice for aspiring artists. The discussion also touches on the future of Dungeons & Dragons and the challenges it faces in a changing market.

Zac Clark interviews Jesper Myrfors, Magic: The Gathering's first art director. Jesper shares his journey into the gaming industry, emphasizing the importance of diversity in art and the need for artists to receive recognition and fair compensation. He reflects on the evolution of Magic's art, the impact of corporate influence on the gaming industry, and offers advice for aspiring artists. The discussion also touches on the future of Dungeons & Dragons and the challenges it faces in a changing market.

Zac Clark and ForceofPhil discuss various aspects of ETERNAL WEEKEND, focusing on the upcoming the legacy metagame, and strategies for tournament preparation. They delve into the significance of Dan Frazier's artwork as additional prizes and the community's dedication to returning original art to this event! The discussion also touches on the impact of new sets and cards on gameplay, emphasizing the need for players to adapt and prepare for upcoming events.

Zac Clark and ForceofPhil discuss various aspects of ETERNAL WEEKEND, focusing on the upcoming the legacy metagame, and strategies for tournament preparation. They delve into the significance of Dan Frazier's artwork as additional prizes and the community's dedication to returning original art to this event! The discussion also touches on the impact of new sets and cards on gameplay, emphasizing the need for players to adapt and prepare for upcoming events.

Zac Clark interviews Jesper Myrfors, Magic: The Gathering's first art director. Jesper shares his journey into the gaming industry, emphasizing the importance of diversity in art and the need for artists to receive recognition and fair compensation. He reflects on the evolution of Magic's art, the impact of corporate influence on the gaming industry, and offers advice for aspiring artists. The discussion also touches on the future of Dungeons & Dragons and the challenges it faces in a changing market.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EternalDurdles

Zac Clark interviews Jesper Myrfors, Magic: The Gathering's first art director. Jesper shares his journey into the gaming industry, emphasizing the importance of diversity in art and the need for artists to receive recognition and fair compensation. He reflects on the evolution of Magic's art, the impact of corporate influence on the gaming industry, and offers advice for aspiring artists. The discussion also touches on the future of Dungeons & Dragons and the challenges it faces in a changing market.

Zac Clark and ForceofPhil discuss the current state of thechannel, highlighting the evolution of their Legacy and Premodern content, and the introduction of new segments like Value Vintage, Premiere , and Artist Interviews. They reflect on their growth over the years, the importance of gameplay content, and their commitment to supporting the community through Patreon and coaching for aspiring content creators.https://eternaldurdles.com/2025/08/29/premiere/

Zac Clark and ForceofPhil discuss the current state of thechannel, highlighting the evolution of their Legacy and Premodern content, and the introduction of new segments like Value Vintage, Premiere , and Artist Interviews. They reflect on their growth over the years, the importance of gameplay content, and their commitment to supporting the community through Patreon and coaching for aspiring content creators.https://eternaldurdles.com/2025/08/29/premiere/

In this conversation, Dan Frazier, a renowned artist known for his iconic Magic: The Gathering cards, shares his journey in the world of game art. He discusses the challenges and creative processes behind his work, the significance of artist recognition, and the evolution of Magic art over the years. Frazier reflects on his experiences, the impact of technology on art, and the legacy he hopes to leave in the gaming community.Chapters00:00 The Origins of Magic Art08:20 The Evolution of Magic Art and Artists16:05 The Artistic Process and Challenges21:28 Personal Reflections and Favorite Works27:56 The Impact of Magic Art on Players

In this conversation, Dan Frazier, a renowned artist known for his iconic Magic: The Gathering cards, shares his journey in the world of game art. He discusses the challenges and creative processes behind his work, the significance of artist recognition, and the evolution of Magic art over the years. Frazier reflects on his experiences, the impact of technology on art, and the legacy he hopes to leave in the gaming community.Chapters00:00 The Origins of Magic Art08:20 The Evolution of Magic Art and Artists16:05 The Artistic Process and Challenges21:28 Personal Reflections and Favorite Works27:56 The Impact of Magic Art on Players

Zac Clark and ForceofPhil delve into the intricacies of deck building in Magic: The Gathering, particularly focusing on the constraints that players face in different formats. They explore how limitations can enhance creativity in brewing decks, the importance of understanding the pillars of a format, and how project management principles can be applied to deck building strategies. The discussion culminates in a community engagement segment where they invite listeners to share their thoughts on the triple constraints of deck building.

Zac Clark and ForceofPhil delve into the intricacies of deck building in Magic: The Gathering, particularly focusing on the constraints that players face in different formats. They explore how limitations can enhance creativity in brewing decks, the importance of understanding the pillars of a format, and how project management principles can be applied to deck building strategies. The discussion culminates in a community engagement segment where they invite listeners to share their thoughts on the triple constraints of deck building.

Zac Clark and ForceofPhil discuss the new Premiere format, which serves as an alternative to Legacy. They explore the design philosophy behind card legality, the impact of power creep, and the importance of community engagement in ensuring the success of new formats. The discussion also delves into specific cards that will not be legal in Premiere, evaluating their impact on gameplay and the overall balance of the game. In this conversation, Zac Clark and ForceofPhil delve into the evolving landscape of Magic: The Gathering, particularly focusing on the implications of new card exclusions in the Premier format. They explore various themes such as the potential resurgence of certain decks, the impact of specific mechanics like Delve and Cascade, and the overall power level and design philosophy of the game. The discussion also touches on the frustrations with 'gotcha' mechanics and the future viability of decks like Dredge without key cards. The hosts reflect on the importance of card design and the balance needed in competitive play, ultimately leading to a thoughtful examination of what the future holds for the game.

Zac Clark and ForceofPhil discuss the new Premiere format, which serves as an alternative to Legacy. They explore the design philosophy behind card legality, the impact of power creep, and the importance of community engagement in ensuring the success of new formats. The discussion also delves into specific cards that will not be legal in Premiere, evaluating their impact on gameplay and the overall balance of the game. In this conversation, Zac Clark and ForceofPhil delve into the evolving landscape of Magic: The Gathering, particularly focusing on the implications of new card exclusions in the Premier format. They explore various themes such as the potential resurgence of certain decks, the impact of specific mechanics like Delve and Cascade, and the overall power level and design philosophy of the game. The discussion also touches on the frustrations with 'gotcha' mechanics and the future viability of decks like Dredge without key cards. The hosts reflect on the importance of card design and the balance needed in competitive play, ultimately leading to a thoughtful examination of what the future holds for the game.

The video features an interview with Jeff Menges, a well-known artist for Magic: The Gathering cards, discussing his early career and work on the game. The host shares his excitement about talking to someone whose *magic art* has been part of his life since he was a teenager. He also discusses his *trading card game* experience.

The video features an interview with Jeff Menges, a well-known artist for Magic: The Gathering cards, discussing his early career and work on the game. The host shares his excitement about talking to someone whose *magic art* has been part of his life since he was a teenager. He also discusses his *trading card game* experience.

Now is the time to lock in your deck and master your matchups for the upcoming Eternal Weekend in *magic the gathering*. The hosts discuss strategies for getting ready, touching on the importance of *deck building*. Hear how they're preparing for *competitive gaming*!Support us on Patreon:

Now is the time to lock in your deck and master your matchups for the upcoming Eternal Weekend in *magic the gathering*. The hosts discuss strategies for getting ready, touching on the importance of *deck building*. Hear how they're preparing for *competitive gaming*!Support us on Patreon:

Zac Clark and IamActuallyLvL1 AKA Justin Gennari discuss the recent Steel City Vintage tournament, focusing on deck strategies, the current meta, and the upcoming Eternal Weekend. They explore the diversity of decks in the Vintage format, including the dominance of the Lurrus Frog deck and the role of Dredge and Bazaar decks. The discussion also highlights innovative strategies and rogue decks that could emerge in future tournaments, as well as personal experiences and favorite spells in Vintage.

Zac Clark and IamActuallyLvL1 AKA Justin Gennari discuss the recent Steel City Vintage tournament, focusing on deck strategies, the current meta, and the upcoming Eternal Weekend. They explore the diversity of decks in the Vintage format, including the dominance of the Lurrus Frog deck and the role of Dredge and Bazaar decks. The discussion also highlights innovative strategies and rogue decks that could emerge in future tournaments, as well as personal experiences and favorite spells in Vintage.

Jeff Laubenstein shares stories from early *magic the gathering* and his work on the *mtg* card Scragnoth. He discusses the *art* direction and creative freedom he had. It's a great look behind the scenes at *card making*.

Jeff Laubenstein shares stories from early *magic the gathering* and his work on the *mtg* card Scragnoth. He discusses the *art* direction and creative freedom he had. It's a great look behind the scenes at *card making*.

Mike shares how he connects artists with buyers through his Collector Art House platform, highlighting the appeal of the artwork and his passion for Sorcery: the Contested Realm. He helps artists sell their creations and get their work out there for all to see. It's a great way to support artists and the trading card game.Mike from Collector Arthouse shares his journey from being a TCG enthusiast to creating a platform that connects artists with collectors. He discusses the importance of community building, the unique appeal of the Sorcery game, and the challenges artists face in gaining visibility. Mike emphasizes the need for artists to value their work and the role of auctions in making art accessible to fans. The conversation also touches on the emotional connections to art and the importance of fostering new talent in the industry.Mike's Links!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTyYXZelkHli1vSzDw-OO3Qhttps://www.collectorarthouse.com/https://www.facebook.com/groups/395249985696869

Mike shares how he connects artists with buyers through his Collector Art House platform, highlighting the appeal of the artwork and his passion for Sorcery: the Contested Realm. He helps artists sell their creations and get their work out there for all to see. It's a great way to support artists and the trading card game.Mike from Collector Arthouse shares his journey from being a TCG enthusiast to creating a platform that connects artists with collectors. He discusses the importance of community building, the unique appeal of the Sorcery game, and the challenges artists face in gaining visibility. Mike emphasizes the need for artists to value their work and the role of auctions in making art accessible to fans. The conversation also touches on the emotional connections to art and the importance of fostering new talent in the industry.Mike's Links!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTyYXZelkHli1vSzDw-OO3Qhttps://www.collectorarthouse.com/https://www.facebook.com/groups/395249985696869

Zac and Phil recap their experiences at the Steel City Spectacular, discussing their deck choices, tournament outcomes, and insights into the current meta. They explore the differences between online and paper play, the viability of various decks, and the significance of player trends. The conversation also delves into highlights from a CEDH event, card discoveries, and the potential of new formats like Premier and Pre-Modern. The episode concludes with reflections on what they learned and their future plans in the game.https://moxfield.com/decks/_VLA40URZUyq1xb2XoyW7g

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.

Zac and Phil recap their experiences at the Steel City Spectacular, discussing their deck choices, tournament outcomes, and insights into the current meta. They explore the differences between online and paper play, the viability of various decks, and the significance of player trends. The conversation also delves into highlights from a CEDH event, card discoveries, and the potential of new formats like Premier and Pre-Modern. The episode concludes with reflections on what they learned and their future plans in the game.https://moxfield.com/decks/_VLA40URZUyq1xb2XoyW7g

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.