Stacking Triggers: A Magic The Gathering Podcast

This week, Daybreak changed the economy around Challenge rewards, and some players complained about the lack of EVs in these long tournaments. We give our thoughts on this and talk about our locals over the past fortnight.

This week, the boys breakdown a very bad fortnight of RCQs and talk about Wizards' design philosophy of Nadu.

#Nadu has finally left the #modernmtg format, but considering the layup, did Wizards nail the rest of the ban lists? We react to that as well as the banning in Pioneer.

This week Dan is in the house! We are grinding it out and playing some #Modern #RCQs in the local area this week and have some tales to tell.We also cover the Return of GPs via #MTGSpotlights Lastly We cover our ban predictions for the months B&R

GenCon's Secret Lair Showdown spawned a new topic of conversation(for us) in the Magic-verse. We discuss the whole equity swap fiasco, and Dan rants at Bill about the upcoming Eastern One Piece ban list.00:00:00 Beginning 00:00:18 Intro00:02:13 Bill's Fortnight in Magic00:16:45 Dan's Fortnight in Magic00:49:00 GenCon Secret Lair Showdown Drama01:14:14 One Piece ban list talkCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

WOTC is standing by its current ban announcements for all formats, the chagrin of many Magic the Gathering players. Dan and Bill discuss this, and we finally discuss the confusing Value Boosters.00:00:00 Beginning 00:00:18 Intro00:01:20 Bill's Fortnight in Magic00:21:37 Dan's Fortnight in Magic00:37:10 WOTC isn't changing their ban schedule and players are mad01:01:44 Value BoostersCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

With larger paper events and their coverage being canceled due to WOTC's inaction during the previous B&R announcement, the Modern and Legacy formats could face irreparable damage if action isn't taken soon. Dan and Bill discuss this, plus Dan regales us about his One Piece store regional.00:00:00 Beginning 00:00:18 Intro00:02:23 Bill's Fortnight in Magic00:08:15 Dan's Fortnight in card games00:30:49 Dan's One Piece Store Regional00:40:55 The lack of bans effect on Modern and Legacy paper eventsCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

Magic Con Amsterdam is over with Nadu combo being the big story out of the Pro Tour. We give our thoughts on how to curb the deck from a WotC perspective(and it's not banning Nadu). Plus we discuss some other goings on at the Pro Tour including the underperformance of Ruby Storm, a cheater not in One Piece, and a legend is recognized for eternity.00:00:00 Beginning 00:00:18 Intro00:02:00 Bill's Fortnight in Magic00:09:20 Dan's Fortnight in card games00:32:57 Pro Tour Nadu00:59:10 Pro Tour Cheater Bart Van Etten01:12:10 Kai BuddeCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

MH3's effect has been felt on the Modern metagame, so what are the guys looking forward to playing? Plus, Dan talks about his One Piece Regional that he's been looking forward to for the past couple of months and the guys discuss yet another One Piece cheater.00:00:00 Beginning 00:00:18 Intro00:01:58 Dan's One Piece TCG Regional Experience00:15:59 Bill's Pioneer RCQ Experience00:34:04 One Piece cheaters00:42:42 One Piece Store Regionals00:54:55 Two RCs for the United States01:02:12 MH3 TalkCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

MH3 has been fully spoiled, so it's time to talk about some cards we're looking forward to playing from the set.00:00:00 Beginning 00:00:18 Intro00:02:00 Our fortnights in Magic and One Piece00:14:20 One Piece cheaters00:18:52 MH3 cards we want to talk aboutDonate for cancer research: https://donate.tiltify.com/d788c5ca-1b84-42f1-a41a-ab715c2ce57e/details Check out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

Dan visited Pittsburgh for the week, so he and Bill played in many TCG events together. We recap all of those, including a Pioneer RCQ.00:00:00 Beginning 00:00:18 Intro00:01:06 Our fortnights in Magic00:02:38 Our Modern night00:12:45 One Piece talk00:22:37 Pioneer RCQ recapCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

With Outlaws of Thunder Junction finally releasing, a lull has come over the Magic news sphere so this week, we talk about what decks we're playing for the Pioneer RCQ season, Dan regales us in One Piece TCG drama, and the guys are actually excited for Commander leagues on MTGO?!00:00:00 Beginning 00:00:18 Intro00:01:11 Bill's fortnight in Magic00:13:35 What We're Playing for the Pioneer RCQ format00:39:03 One Piece TCG cheating and other random drama01:03:58 Commander Leagues on MTGOCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

There were an awful lot of shenanigans occurring this fortnight in the Magic the Gathering sphere, so we cover the cheater(at LMS Prague), the plagiarizer(Fay Dalton), and the gambler(Mana Vault in Secret Lairs for a lucky few).00:00:00 Beginning 00:00:18 Intro00:01:52 Dan's fortnight in Magic00:12:52 Bill's fortnight in Magic00:28:00 LMS Prague Cheater00:35:34 Secret Lair being even more gamba than usual with secret cards00:49:55 Fay Dalton stealing artCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

With the Violent Outburst ban, Modern feels like its deck building is condensing, slowly morphing into Domain piles. We discuss this and WOTC's changes to the Premier Play system.00:00:00 Beginning 00:00:18 Intro00:00:59 Bill's fortnight in Magic00:09:30 Dan's fortnight in Magic00:18:20 Domain piles00:33:30 Premier Play UpdatesCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

Wizards has made another significant change to the Modern format, banning Violent Outburst. Dan and Bill break it down in the current but offer predictions in the past, as well as talk about Dan's experience at a small trading card convention.00:00:00 Beginning 00:00:18 Intro00:03:17 Dan's fortnight in Magic00:15:09 Bill's fortnight in Magic00:32:29 Dan's trading card convention excursion00:46:46 Ban & Restriction predictions01:11:16 Ban & Restricted Announcement reactionCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

Here is our post-mortem of MagicCon Chicago. What did we like, what didn't we, and how did we do? All of these questions are answered.No timestamps because I'm posting this from the airport and am tired.Check out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

Recorded on the eve of US Modern RC, Dan and Bill discuss someone else's thoughts on the Modern format. Dan goes over his recent hardships in the Modern format, and Bill tells you that some local stores aren't great.00:00:00 Beginning 00:00:18 Intro00:01:16 Dan's fortnight in Magic00:26:10 Bill's fortnight in Magic00:49:04 Our thoughts on Mengu's thoughts on the Modern formatCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

RC Ghent started off with some drama as a player was seemingly caught cheating on coverage. However, the head judge ruled that no cheating had occurred. Dan and Bill discuss their positions on the subject(Bill is wrong). Also, Dan talks about some insanity in his local One Piece TCG scene while Bill enjoys his new Modern deck.00:00:00 Beginning 00:00:18 Intro00:01:17 Alleged cheater at RC Ghent(video of incident): https://clips.twitch.tv/LachrymoseNaiveHabaneroBigBrother-g-N0TPxJbGh6KtKR 00:21:45 RC Ghent Day One talk00:42:45 One Piece drama00:57:00 Dan's fortnight in Magic01:14:01 Bill's fortnight in Magic01:27:54 Suspend rule changeCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

After the litany of issues players had with US RC Atlanta, Wizards of the Coast has made a change, bringing in Star City Games to handle the RC circuit beginning in 2024. Dan and Bill discuss that change and what it means for the scene overall. Plus, Dan has issues with local players gatekeeping events to increase their EV.00:00:00 Beginning 00:00:18 Intro00:02:44 Dan's Fortnight in Magic00:09:22 Bill's Fortnight in Magic00:18:12 Star City Games is taking over the US Regional Championship circuit00:47:04 Poor visibility for local tournamentsCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

RC Atlanta happened two weeks ago, and some goings on caused the Magic community to lose its collective minds. Dan and Bill try to talk sanely about tournament lengths, proxies at Comp REL events, and card availability at larger-scale events.00:00:00 Beginning 00:00:18 Intro00:01:30 Magic Resolutions for 202400:09:30 Dan's Fortnight in Magic00:15:28 Bill's Fortnight in Magic00:21:35 RC Atlanta tournament organizing 00:36:22 Proxies in Comp REL tournaments00:43:44 Card Availability at large tournamentsCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

Hasbro has decided to lay off 1100 employees, so Dan and Bill put on their accounting hats to figure out what's wrong with the company and why WotC employees were also let go. Then Bill recounts his Eternal Weekend, and Dan begs everyone not to panic about the LMS Barcelona results.00:00:00 Beginning 00:00:18 Intro00:00:48 Hasbro Layoffs00:17:45 Dan's Fortnight in Magic00:31:03 Bill's Fortnight in Magic00:38:01 Online and Paper differences in Legacy00:46:42 LMS Barcelona reactionCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

Ding dong, the Karn is dead! We're here with an emergency podcast to discuss the latest changes to Modern, Pioneer, and Pauper.00:00 Beginning 00:17 ReactionCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

With a ban list update looming, Bill and Dan discuss what they believe will be banned, discover how the Discover decks work, and Dan talks about being the bad guy for the first time.00:00:00 Beginning 00:00:20 Intro00:00:50 Eternal Weekend00:08:49 Discovering Discover00:19:56 Pioneer and Modern ban theories01:13:33 Dan becomes the bad guy01:23:10 Final Ban Predictions01:28:14 OutroCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

Bill took to SCGCon Pittsburgh to play in the ReCQ, and some drama unfolded before his eyes. Dan is back to complain about his experiences in the Modern format and offers suggestions that aren't simply banning the MH2 Elementals. 00:00 Beginning 00:05:54 Bill at SCG Pittsburgh00:15:25 Dan's fortnight in Magic00:20:13 Modern lukewarm takes00:34:57 ReCQ drama00:47:34 What is slow play?00:59:57 OutroCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

This week, Dan and Bill discuss some cards from Lost Caverns of Ixalan that they're looking forward to playing.00:00:17 Intro00:20:00 Lost Caverns of Ixalan previewsCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

On this week's normal episode, Dan and Bill give their takes on the newly unveiled Play Boosters, and Dan recaps his recent RCQs.00:00:00 Beginning 00:00:17 Reaction00:01:56 Play Boosters discussion00:32:48 Dan's Modern RCQsCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

We have an emergency podcast to talk about the disaster of the new B&R announcement from WotC. 00:00 Beginning 00:17 ReactionCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

This week, the guys talk about playing through Modern, a format they are not having the most fun with, and then they get into the hope for the revitalization of Standard. 00:00 Beginning 00:17 Intro 01:40 Modern Malaise29:26 The Revitalization of StandardCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

This week, the guys talk about their favorite decks from Worlds 2023, Bill recounts his first RCQ of the season, and Dan gives you the decks to be on the lookout for as you begin the Modern RCQ season.00:00 Beginning 00:17 Intro 05:35 Worlds Decklists We Like31:31 Bill's RCQ Experience46:50 Modern Decks to Be Ready ForCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

This week, Dan recounts his time in the Modern Challenge. The guys talk about the cards from Wilds of Eldraine making an impact in Modern, and Dan gives Bill a lesson in pre/early game knowledge.00:00 Beginning 00:17 Intro 07:04 Modern Challenge 9621:38 Wilds of Eldraine in Modern50:09 What a companion tells youCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

This week, Dan goes over his recent RCQ experience(it's not as good as last time), and the boys discuss the Wilds of Eldraine reprints that might affect Pioneer and Standard(there's just one). 00:00 Beginning 00:17 Intro 04:48 The Gathering Destination RCQS 31:37 Wilds of Eldraine reprints that matter for Pioneer and Standard Check out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.dalebandcanproductions.com/ You can also watch the podcast on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

This week, we congratulate our Pro Tour: Lord of the Rings winner, discuss the Modern B&R announcement, and discuss if the Slow Start midweek madness signals a change coming to Magic the Gathering. 00:00 Beginning 00:17 Intro 06:01 Pro Tour: Lord of the Rings recap 12:12 B&R Reaction 26:00 Slow Start testing in Arena Check out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.netflixnswill.com/ You can also watch the podcast on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

This week, we talk about our disappointment over Explorer Anthology 3, Bill gets into his Commander Masters draft experience, and what's going on with the Pro Tour and its repercussions on the Modern format.00:00:17 Intro00:04:49 Explorer Anthology 3 talk00:24:48 Bill's CMM Draft talk00:35:23 Pro Tour Lord of the Rings talkCheck out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.netflixnswill.com/ You can also watch the podcast on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

We're back! Dan and Bill return to the show to talk about their Pioneer RCQs.Check out more from Daleb & Can Productions at https://www.netflixnswill.com/ You can also watch the podcast on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfwtpfeQRYrTbchbl82NZ7A

This week, Caleb gushes about his TSR cube, a card gets banned in patch notes, and Dan just wants to win with Carth the Lion for once.Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/stmtgpodcast Join our Discord Server at https://discord.gg/krVVhFxrRk Our theme music is “Ale and Anecdotes” by Darren Curtis. Check out more of his royalty-free music at https://www.darrencurtismusic.com/

This week, Bill talks about his time at his RCQ, Dan nerds out about the Fortnite Secret Lair, and Caleb gives us Dominaria spoilers.Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/stmtgpodcast Join our Discord Server at https://discord.gg/krVVhFxrRk Our theme music is “Ale and Anecdotes” by Darren Curtis. Check out more of his royalty-free music at https://www.darrencurtismusic.com/

This week, Caleb is back to crack Time Spiral Remastered packs and discuss the effect of Monastery Swiftspear on the Pauper format.Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/stmtgpodcast Join our Discord Server at https://discord.gg/krVVhFxrRk Our theme music is “Ale and Anecdotes” by Darren Curtis. Check out more of his royalty-free music at https://www.darrencurtismusic.com/

This week, Monastery Swiftspear has arrived to Pauper so of course, we have to talk about our favorite format getting turned on its head.Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/stmtgpodcast Join our Discord Server at https://discord.gg/krVVhFxrRk Our theme music is “Ale and Anecdotes” by Darren Curtis. Check out more of his royalty-free music at https://www.darrencurtismusic.com/

This week, the boys have actually played Magic and talk about where it all went wrong. Finally, they discuss what appears to be a lame reprint set. (note that this episode was recorded before the Monastery Swiftspear downshift).Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/stmtgpodcast Join our Discord Server at https://discord.gg/krVVhFxrRk Our theme music is “Ale and Anecdotes” by Darren Curtis. Check out more of his royalty-free music at https://www.darrencurtismusic.com/

This week, Dan talks about his Commander draft, we discuss the Pioneer and Explorer bans and try again to see if Esper Madness will work.Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/stmtgpodcast Join our Discord Server at https://discord.gg/krVVhFxrRk Our theme music is “Ale and Anecdotes” by Darren Curtis. Check out more of his royalty-free music at https://www.darrencurtismusic.com/

This week, we talk about Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur's Gate.Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/stmtgpodcast Join our Discord Server at https://discord.gg/krVVhFxrRk Our theme music is “Ale and Anecdotes” by Darren Curtis. Check out more of his royalty-free music at https://www.darrencurtismusic.com/

This week, we talk about our favorite products that Wizards just keeps giving us!Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/stmtgpodcast Join our Discord Server at https://discord.gg/krVVhFxrRk Our theme music is “Ale and Anecdotes” by Darren Curtis. Check out more of his royalty-free music at https://www.darrencurtismusic.com/

This week, Caleb tries to name the recent factions, Dan plays some Explorer and the boys discuss the latest ban list for Explorer.Learn more about Livestream for the Cure at https://allmylinks.com/livestreamforthecure Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/stmtgpodcast Join our Discord Server at https://discord.gg/krVVhFxrRk Our theme music is “Ale and Anecdotes” by Darren Curtis. Check out more of his royalty-free music at https://www.darrencurtismusic.com/

This week, Caleb returns to talk about the price increase and other random stuff.Learn more about Livestream for the Cure at https://allmylinks.com/livestreamforthecure Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/stmtgpodcast Join our Discord Server at https://discord.gg/krVVhFxrRk Our theme music is “Ale and Anecdotes” by Darren Curtis. Check out more of his royalty-free music at https://www.darrencurtismusic.com/

This week, Caleb returns to talk about the price increase and other random stuff.Learn more about Livestream for the Cure at https://allmylinks.com/livestreamforthecure Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/stmtgpodcast Join our Discord Server at https://discord.gg/krVVhFxrRk Our theme music is “Ale and Anecdotes” by Darren Curtis. Check out more of his royalty-free music at https://www.darrencurtismusic.com/

This week, Dan and Bill discuss the Netflix's stock drop and the top 5 Pauper format cards from Streets of New Capenna.Learn more about Livestream for the Cure at https://allmylinks.com/livestreamforthecure Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/stmtgpodcast Join our Discord Server at https://discord.gg/krVVhFxrRk Our theme music is “Ale and Anecdotes” by Darren Curtis. Check out more of his royalty-free music at https://www.darrencurtismusic.com/

This week, Dan and Bill discuss the New Capenna mechanics, WotC having terrible planning, and the April Secret Lair Superdrop.Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/stmtgpodcast Join our Discord Server at https://discord.gg/krVVhFxrRk Our theme music is “Ale and Anecdotes” by Darren Curtis. Check out more of his royalty-free music at https://www.darrencurtismusic.com/

This week, the Pro Tour has been revived, Caleb is a Pauper champion, and a Reddit mod goes on a power trip.Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/stmtgpodcast Join our Discord Server at https://discord.gg/krVVhFxrRk Our theme music is “Ale and Anecdotes” by Darren Curtis. Check out more of his royalty-free music at https://www.darrencurtismusic.com/

This week, Bill is back and we talk about the New Capena spoilers from MaRo.Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/stmtgpodcast Join our Discord Server at https://discord.gg/krVVhFxrRk Our theme music is “Ale and Anecdotes” by Darren Curtis. Check out more of his royalty-free music at https://www.darrencurtismusic.com/

This week, WotC got our hopes up for nothing, The Prof has a successful product, and more!Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/stmtgpodcast Join our Discord Server at https://discord.gg/krVVhFxrRk Our theme music is “Ale and Anecdotes” by Darren Curtis. Check out more of his royalty-free music at https://www.darrencurtismusic.com/