Podcasts about universes beyond

Use our link for a free Month of Elite on TradeMagic.gg https://trademagic.gg/eternaldurdles Channel Art Assets by: https://www.instagram.com/jonthetallone/ Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EternalDurdles TCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK: https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAn With Marvel officially arriving in a Magic: The Gathering, we thought it was the perfect time to answer a simple question: Where should you start with Marvel Comics? Zac is joined by two longtime comic book veterans and former Legends comic shop crew members, Marc Leone and Rob Messick, to build the ultimate Marvel reading list for newcomers. From Spider-Man and Daredevil to Wolverine, the X-Men, Infinity Gauntlet, Earth X, and Marvels, we explore the stories that shaped the Marvel Universe and explain why they still matter today. We discuss: 00:00 Introduction & Comic Shop Memories 02:08 Where Should New Readers Start? 02:51 Why Spider-Man Is the Gateway Character 04:04 Marvel Comes to Magic: The Gathering 06:32 Universes Beyond & Trading Card Games 12:25 Building a Marvel Reading List 15:11 Marvel's Rise in Popular Culture 17:08 Kraven's Last Hunt 18:35 Infinity Gauntlet & MCU Inspirations 22:20 Daredevil: The Man Without Fear 25:30 Daredevil Recommendations & Frank Miller 29:00 Wolverine: Not Dead Yet 32:00 Enemy of the State & Wolverine Classics 35:00 Earth X Deep Dive 42:00 What If...? and Alternate Universes 47:00 Future Imperfect & Maestro 52:00 Elektra: Assassin 56:00 Fantastic Four and Alex Ross 01:00:00 Marvels and Marvel History 01:05:00 Cosmic Marvel Recommendations 01:10:00 Silver Surfer, Thanos & Cosmic Ghost Rider 01:15:00 More Essential Marvel Reads 01:20:00 Final Recommendations 01:24:00 Closing Thoughts 00:00 Introduction & Comic Shop Memories02:08 Where Should New Readers Start?02:51 Why Spider-Man Is the Gateway Character04:04 Marvel Comes to Magic: The Gathering06:32 Universes Beyond & Trading Card Games12:25 Building a Marvel Reading List15:11 Marvel's Rise in Popular Culture17:08 Kraven's Last Hunt18:35 Infinity Gauntlet & MCU Inspirations22:20 Daredevil: The Man Without Fear25:30 Daredevil Recommendations & Frank Miller29:00 Wolverine: Not Dead Yet32:00 Enemy of the State & Wolverine Classics35:00 Earth X Deep Dive42:00 What If...? and Alternate Universes47:00 Future Imperfect & Maestro52:00 Elektra: Assassin56:00 Fantastic Four and Alex Ross01:00:00 Marvels and Marvel History01:05:00 Cosmic Marvel Recommendations01:10:00 Silver Surfer, Thanos & Cosmic Ghost Rider01:15:00 More Essential Marvel Reads01:20:00 Final Recommendations01:24:00 Closing ThoughtsWhether you're a lifelong comic fan or someone discovering Marvel through Magic, this episode is packed with recommendations, nostalgia, and stories from the comic shop era that helped shape an entire generation of nerd culture. What Marvel comic would you hand to someone who has never read one before? #Marvel #MarvelComics #MagicTheGathering #SpiderMan #XMen #ComicBooks Pinned Comment You can only recommend ONE Marvel comic to a brand-new reader. What's your pick?

---Join Us in Support of Alkem Gear's Kickstarter ending June 19th!https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/alkemgear/alkem-gear-purpose-built-tabletop-gear?ref=249zfwUse our link for a free Month of Elite on TradeMagic.gghttps://trademagic.gg/eternaldurdlesChannel Art Assets by: https://www.instagram.com/jonthetallone/ Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EternalDurdlesTCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAnWith Marvel officially arriving in Magic: The Gathering, we thought it was the perfect time to answer a simple question:Where should you start with Marvel Comics?Zac is joined by two longtime comic book veterans and former Legends comic shop crew members, Marc Leone and Rob Messick, to build the ultimate Marvel reading list for newcomers. From Spider-Man and Daredevil to Wolverine, the X-Men, Infinity Gauntlet, Earth X, and Marvels, we explore the stories that shaped the Marvel Universe and explain why they still matter today.We discuss:00:00 Introduction & Comic Shop Memories02:08 Where Should New Readers Start?02:51 Why Spider-Man Is the Gateway Character04:04 Marvel Comes to Magic: The Gathering06:32 Universes Beyond & Trading Card Games12:25 Building a Marvel Reading List15:11 Marvel's Rise in Popular Culture17:08 Kraven's Last Hunt18:35 Infinity Gauntlet & MCU Inspirations22:20 Daredevil: The Man Without Fear25:30 Daredevil Recommendations & Frank Miller29:00 Wolverine: Not Dead Yet32:00 Enemy of the State & Wolverine Classics35:00 Earth X Deep Dive42:00 What If...? and Alternate Universes47:00 Future Imperfect & Maestro52:00 Elektra: Assassin56:00 Fantastic Four and Alex Ross01:00:00 Marvels and Marvel History01:05:00 Cosmic Marvel Recommendations01:10:00 Silver Surfer, Thanos & Cosmic Ghost Rider01:15:00 More Essential Marvel Reads01:20:00 Final Recommendations01:24:00 Closing Thoughts---Spider-ManKraven's Last HuntRevenge of the Sinister SixComing Home (J. Michael Straczynski & John Romita Jr.)Cosmic Spider-Man / Acts of Vengeance era collectionSpider-Man Blue----Daredevil / ElektraDaredevil: The Man Without FearDaredevil: Guardian Devil (Kevin Smith & Joe Quesada)Elektra: AssassinDaredevil Yellow----Wolverine / X-MenWolverine: Not Dead YetEnemy of the StateWolverine: Jungle AdventureWolverine/Gambit: VictimsLongshotX-Men: Elsewhen (John Byrne)Hulk: Future Imperfect (X-Men adjacent discussion through shared creators)---Marvel Universe / Cosmic MarvelInfinity GauntletMarvelsEarth XSilver Surfer: BlackThanos WinsCosmic Ghost RiderSilver Surfer (Stan Lee & Jack Kirby Fireside Graphic Novel)Marvel Cosmic Universe by Donny Cates (umbrella recommendation)---Fantastic FourFantastic Four: Full Circle---HulkFuture ImperfectDoctor StrangeDoctor Strange & Doctor Doom: Triumph and TormentMarvel History / Beginner Collections---Origins of Marvel ComicsSon of Origins of Marvel ComicsBring on the Bad GuysWomen of Marvel ComicsJeph Loeb / Tim Sale Color SeriesWhether you're a lifelong comic fan or someone discovering Marvel through Magic, this episode is packed with recommendations, nostalgia, and stories from the comic shop era that helped shape an entire generation of nerd culture.What Marvel comic would you hand to someone who has never read one before?#Marvel #MarvelComics #MagicTheGathering #SpiderMan #XMen #ComicBooksPinned CommentYou can only recommend ONE Marvel comic to a brand-new reader.What's your pick?

Join Us in Support of Alkem Gear's Kickstarter ending June 19th!https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/alkemgear/alkem-gear-purpose-built-tabletop-gear?ref=249zfwUse our link for a free Month of Elite on TradeMagic.gghttps://trademagic.gg/eternaldurdlesChannel Art Assets by: https://www.instagram.com/jonthetallone/ Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EternalDurdlesTCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAnMarvel has officially arrived in Magic: The Gathering. Whether you're excited, skeptical, or somewhere in between, these cards are entering Legacy—and that means it's time to evaluate what actually matters for competitive play.In this episode, Phil and Zac review the Marvel Superheroes set through a Legacy lens, discussing which cards might deserve testing, which are unlikely to make an impact, and which designs stand out from a gameplay perspective.Cards discussed include:00:00 Intro — Marvel Comes to Legacy01:04 Ares, God of War04:46 Molecule Man08:28 Black Bolt12:26 Shang-Chi of the Ten Rings16:22 Black Widow, Super Spy17:35 Bruce Banner / The Incredible Hulk19:30 Dragon Man23:44 Franklin Richards Ascendant25:43 Galactus27:45 Helmut Zemo29:07 Ironheart30:20 Iron Lad31:21 Jennifer Walters / She-Hulk33:28 Loki, God of Mischief34:28 Mole Man38:24 Namor, the Sub-Mariner43:22 Patriot44:30 T'Chaka, Vulnerable King45:40 Thanos, the Mad Titan46:45 Vision49:20 Kimoyo Beads (Bonus Discussion)50:20 Tony Stark52:20 Ultron53:10 Willie Lumpkin53:55 Into the Time Vortex55:43 Vision Quest58:20 Iron Man Armor01:00:20 S.H.I.E.L.D. Flying Car01:12:28 Final Thoughts on Marvel & Universes Beyond01:14:30 Comic Book Recommendations01:15:00 The Commander Product Problem01:17:00 Wrap UpAlong the way, the conversation explores deckbuilding theory, the realities of Legacy power levels, Universes Beyond design philosophy, and whether any of these cards can compete with the format's established staples.Which Marvel card are you most interested in testing?#MTGLegacy #MagicTheGathering #MarvelMTG #MTG #LegacyMTGJOIN US ON DISCORD: https://discord.gg/hrC7PxQZTEProudly supported by Three For One Trading: shop.threeforonetrading.comRiverside Partner Link: https://riverside.sjv.io/KB0E07MOXFIELDEternal Durdles Moxfield: https://www.moxfield.com/users/EternalDurdleshttps://www.moxfield.com/users/Durdlemagushttps://www.moxfield.com/users/ForceofPhil

Join Us in Support of Alkem Gear's Kickstarter ending June 19th!https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/alkemgear/alkem-gear-purpose-built-tabletop-gear?ref=249zfwUse our link for a free Month of Elite on TradeMagic.gghttps://trademagic.gg/eternaldurdlesChannel Art Assets by: https://www.instagram.com/jonthetallone/ Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EternalDurdlesTCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAnMarvel has officially arrived in Magic: The Gathering. Whether you're excited, skeptical, or somewhere in between, these cards are entering Legacy—and that means it's time to evaluate what actually matters for competitive play.In this episode, Phil and Zac review the Marvel Superheroes set through a Legacy lens, discussing which cards might deserve testing, which are unlikely to make an impact, and which designs stand out from a gameplay perspective.Cards discussed include:00:00 Intro — Marvel Comes to Legacy01:04 Ares, God of War04:46 Molecule Man08:28 Black Bolt12:26 Shang-Chi of the Ten Rings16:22 Black Widow, Super Spy17:35 Bruce Banner / The Incredible Hulk19:30 Dragon Man23:44 Franklin Richards Ascendant25:43 Galactus27:45 Helmut Zemo29:07 Ironheart30:20 Iron Lad31:21 Jennifer Walters / She-Hulk33:28 Loki, God of Mischief34:28 Mole Man38:24 Namor, the Sub-Mariner43:22 Patriot44:30 T'Chaka, Vulnerable King45:40 Thanos, the Mad Titan46:45 Vision49:20 Kimoyo Beads (Bonus Discussion)50:20 Tony Stark52:20 Ultron53:10 Willie Lumpkin53:55 Into the Time Vortex55:43 Vision Quest58:20 Iron Man Armor01:00:20 S.H.I.E.L.D. Flying Car01:12:28 Final Thoughts on Marvel & Universes Beyond01:14:30 Comic Book Recommendations01:15:00 The Commander Product Problem01:17:00 Wrap UpAlong the way, the conversation explores deckbuilding theory, the realities of Legacy power levels, Universes Beyond design philosophy, and whether any of these cards can compete with the format's established staples.Which Marvel card are you most interested in testing?#MTGLegacy #MagicTheGathering #MarvelMTG #MTG #LegacyMTGJOIN US ON DISCORD: https://discord.gg/hrC7PxQZTEProudly supported by Three For One Trading: shop.threeforonetrading.comRiverside Partner Link: https://riverside.sjv.io/KB0E07MOXFIELDEternal Durdles Moxfield: https://www.moxfield.com/users/EternalDurdleshttps://www.moxfield.com/users/Durdlemagushttps://www.moxfield.com/users/ForceofPhil

It's 2026 and while Magic: The Gathering has grown enormously over the past half a decade on the back of Universes Beyond, a ton of other TCG's have arrived on the scene trying to crave out some space for themselves. Magic and Pokémon stand above the rest to be sure, but how has the landscape changed with the likes Star Wars, One Piece, Flesh & Blood, Riftbound, ect entering the market? Tune in to find out what Graham, Wheeler, and Ben have to say about the matter on this week's episode of TapTapConcede. This podcast is sponsored by Card Kingdom. Ordering from Card Kingdom? Tell them “LRR sent me, button please!” for a one inch button with a Magic goof on it. http://cardkingdom.com/LRR Sponsored by Dragon Shield, use LRRMTG5 to get 5% at checkout on https://www.dragonshield.com Support LRR: http://patreon.com/loadingreadyrun Merch: https://store.loadingreadyrun.com Discord: https://discord.gg/lrr Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/loadingreadyrun Check out our other channels! Video Games: http://youtube.com/LRRVG Tabletop: http://youtube.com/LRRTT Magic the Gathering: http://youtube.com/LRRMTG Comedy: http://youtube.com/LoadingReadyRun Streams: http://youtube.com/LoadingReadyLive #Magic #TTC #lrrmtg

It's 2026 and while Magic: The Gathering has grown enormously over the past half a decade on the back of Universes Beyond, a ton of other TCG's have arrived on the scene trying to crave out some space for themselves. Magic and Pokémon stand above the rest to be sure, but how has the landscape changed with the likes Star Wars, One Piece, Flesh & Blood, Riftbound, ect entering the market? Tune in to find out what Graham, Wheeler, and Ben have to say about the matter on this week's episode of TapTapConcede. This podcast is sponsored by Card Kingdom. Ordering from Card Kingdom? Tell them “LRR sent me, button please!” for a one inch button with a Magic goof on it. http://cardkingdom.com/LRR Sponsored by Dragon Shield, use LRRMTG5 to get 5% at checkout on https://www.dragonshield.com Support LRR: http://patreon.com/loadingreadyrun Merch: https://store.loadingreadyrun.com Discord: https://discord.gg/lrr Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/loadingreadyrun Check out our other channels! Video Games: http://youtube.com/LRRVG Tabletop: http://youtube.com/LRRTT Magic the Gathering: http://youtube.com/LRRMTG Comedy: http://youtube.com/LoadingReadyRun Streams: http://youtube.com/LoadingReadyLive #Magic #TTC #lrrmtg

In dieser Folge meines Magic: The Gathering Podcasts spreche ich über die brandneuen Mechaniken aus dem kommenden Marvel-Set für MTG. Mit Power Up, Teamwork und den neuen Plan Enchantments bringt Wizards of the Coast wieder komplett neue Spielkonzepte ins Spiel – und einige davon könnten das Gameplay stärker verändern als viele aktuell denken.Ich erkläre ausführlich, wie die neuen Mechanics funktionieren, welche Strategien dahinterstecken und welche Auswirkungen sie auf Draft, Commander und Constructed haben könnten. Besonders die Teamwork-Mechanik sorgt bereits jetzt für Diskussionen in der MTG-Community, während Power Up starke Synergien und explosive Spielzüge ermöglichen könnte.Außerdem werfe ich einen genauen Blick auf die neuen Plan Enchantments und spreche darüber, warum sie sich wie eine Mischung aus klassischen Enchantments, Sagas und alternativen Win-Conditions anfühlen. Natürlich diskutiere ich auch, wie gut die Marvel-Thematik überhaupt zu Magic: The Gathering passt und ob Universes Beyond mit diesem Set die nächste Eskalationsstufe erreicht.

I super eroi di Marvel NON faranno parte di questa classifica! Oggi vediamo  le carte EROE più competitive della storia di Magic

Die Deckliste: https://moxfield.com/decks/upvwhJphyUak3yjXdbCF2AIn dieser Folge tauchen wir tief in einen der ungewöhnlichsten Kreaturentypen ein, die jemals in Magic: The Gathering erschienen sind: den Kreaturentyp „Qu“ aus dem neuen Final-Fantasy-Set. Aktuell existiert tatsächlich nur eine einzige Karte mit diesem Typ – und genau deshalb sorgt sie in der MTG-Community für Aufmerksamkeit.Ich sprechen darüber, wer oder was die Qu überhaupt sind, welche Rolle sie in Final Fantasy IX spielen und warum sie für viele Fans zu den merkwürdigsten, aber gleichzeitig ikonischsten Wesen der gesamten Final-Fantasy-Reihe gehören. Außerdem erklären wir die Lore hinter dem Volk der Qu, ihre Verbindung zu Quina und weshalb Wizards of the Coast sich vermutlich entschieden hat, diesen extrem speziellen Kreaturentyp direkt aus dem Spiel zu übernehmen.Natürlich reden wir auch darüber, warum einzigartige Kreaturentypen für Sammler und Tribal-Spieler so interessant sind und welche kuriosen One-Off Creature Types es sonst noch in Magic: The Gathering gibt.

This week, Paul and Alec have a lot of card game news to catch up. Yu-Gi-Oh has announced and priced the long awaited Magnificent Monsters set. It's got the first Grandmaster Rare cards, but it'll cost you a whopping $35 for a chance at them. There's also Battles of Legend Glorious Gallery, a set that feels a bit overshadowed this year. The Pokemon Company has now printed 10 billion cards in the past year, but it's still not enough to stop the scalpers. Magic the Gathering plans to make Universes Beyond half of its total product lineup. And the beloved Chaotic TCG makes a return!

Dungeons & Dragons will be following MTG and rolling in Universes Beyond soon, according to Hasbro CEO Chris Cox. Yes, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, My Little Pony, Transformers and Harry Potter could technically become D&D campaign worlds. Because something something money. Maximum revenue. And DnD purists aren't having it. Watch the podcast episodes on YouTube and all major podcast hosts including Spotify. CLOWNFISH TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary podcast that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer's point of view. We talk about Gaming, Comics, Anime, TV, Movies, Animation and more. Hosted by Kneon and Geeky Sparkles. Get more news, views and reviews on Clownfish TV News - https://more.clownfishtv.com/ On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ClownfishTV On Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Tu83D1NcCmh7K1zHIedvg On Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clownfish-tv-audio-edition/id1726838629 MORE CLOWNFISH TV - Official Merch Store: http://ClownfishMinus.com Facebook - https://facebook.com/ClownfishTV X - https://x.com/ClownfishTVcom Clownfish TV subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/ClownfishTVOfficial/ Disclaimer: This series is produced by Clownfish Studios and WebReef Media, and is part of ClownfishTV.com. Opinions expressed by our contributors do not necessarily reflect the views of our guests, affiliates, sponsors, or advertisers. ClownfishTV.com is an unofficial news source and has no connection to any company that we may cover. This channel and website and the content made available through this site are for educational, entertainment and informational purposes only. These so-called “fair uses” are permitted even if the use of the work would otherwise be infringing. #DnD #WotC #Tabletop #RPG #Podcast #Commentary #News #Reaction #Gaming #Comedy #Entertainment #Hollywood #PopCulture #Tech #Anime #FYP Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Originally aired on May 15, 2026   Buckle up, we're taking a trip to the oddest Odyssey   Topics of Discussion: Kickstarter changes its mature content policy, adult artists and furries mad. Dungeons and Dragons to get Universes Beyond? We were Greeks and all that   Hosts: Jolt Noble Aeveirra Drake

Former Leaving a Legacy host Jerry Mee joins the show to talk about the explosive growth of Premodern, the current state of Legacy, and why so many longtime Magic players are rediscovering their love for the game through older formats.We dive into:• Why Premodern feels different from modern Magic• The problems with Legacy and constant power creep• Universes Beyond and the “Fortnite-ification” of MTG• Why players are rejecting rotating non-rotating formats• LobsterCon, community growth, and the future of Premodern• Gold border cards, proxies, and accessibility• Brewing new decks in an “unsolved” format• Whether Wizards will eventually monetize PremodernWe also get into some spicy deckbuilding discussion, including New England Threshnought, Mono Blue Dreadnought, tempo strategies in Premodern, and why Nimble Mongoose might secretly be cracked again.If you miss old-school Magic—or want to understand why Premodern is suddenly everywhere—this is the episode for you.

Former Leaving a Legacy host Jerry Mee joins the show to talk about the explosive growth of Premodern, the current state of Legacy, and why so many longtime Magic players are rediscovering their love for the game through older formats.We dive into:• Why Premodern feels different from modern Magic• The problems with Legacy and constant power creep• Universes Beyond and the “Fortnite-ification” of MTG• Why players are rejecting rotating non-rotating formats• LobsterCon, community growth, and the future of Premodern• Gold border cards, proxies, and accessibility• Brewing new decks in an “unsolved” format• Whether Wizards will eventually monetize PremodernWe also get into some spicy deckbuilding discussion, including New England Threshnought, Mono Blue Dreadnought, tempo strategies in Premodern, and why Nimble Mongoose might secretly be cracked again.If you miss old-school Magic—or want to understand why Premodern is suddenly everywhere—this is the episode for you.

What properties would be best for future universes beyond Magic the Gathering sets? Stephen and Jake present their wish list!Next Up: The Fall of Hyperion by Dan Simmons Check us out on YouTube:https://youtube.com/c/FantologyPodcastChat with us more and support in the links belowhttps://www.fantologybooks.comhttps://discordapp.com/invite/k5efNbGhttps://www.patreon.com/fantology_bookshttp://www.audibletrial.com/Fantologyhttps://www.redbubble.com/people/fantology/shopMusic Credit: Nathan Towns, see more at https://nathantownscomposer.com/

In dieser Folge unseres Magic: The Gathering Podcasts sprechen wir über die aktuellen Vorwürfe rund um den langjährigen MTG-Artist Dan Frazier und den kontroversen Fall rund um vermeintlichen Plagiatsdiebstahl bei der neuen The One Ring-Illustration für Universes Beyond: The Hobbit. Wir analysieren die Reaktionen der Community, die Stellungnahme von Wizards of the Coast und diskutieren, welche Auswirkungen der Vorfall auf Artists, Sammler und die Zukunft von Magic haben könnte.Außerdem reden wir ausführlich darüber, wie Wizards of the Coast heutzutage mit Künstlerinnen und Künstlern arbeitet, wie schwierig die Kommunikation zwischen Art Direction und Freelancern geworden ist und warum Projekte rund um Universes Beyond für viele Artists eine enorme Herausforderung darstellen. Von Änderungswünschen über Creative Restrictions bis hin zu Lizenzproblemen bei großen IPs wie Lord of the Rings oder The Hobbit – wir beleuchten die Schattenseiten hinter den Kulissen von Magic: The Gathering.Natürlich werfen wir auch einen Blick auf die Reaktionen der MTG-Community auf Reddit und Social Media: War es ein ehrlicher Fehler, schlechter Umgang mit Referenzen oder klarer Plagiatsdiebstahl? Und welche Verantwortung trägt Wizards of the Coast selbst in diesem Fall?

During MagicCon Las Vegas, we spoke with the team behind bringing The Hobbit to Magic: The Gathering's Universes Beyond. We discuss the importance of honoring Tolkien's legacy and how The Hobbit differs from the Tales from Middle-earth Lord of the Rings set. Wizards of the Coast:Mike Turian- Senior Executive ProducerAnnie Sardelis - Principal Game Designer Nick Marcantel - Senior Narrative Designer

What do Sephiroth, Aunt May, the Daleks, and Leonardo the Ninja Turtle all have in common? They're now a part of the world of Magic: the Gathering which now with it's Secret Lairs and Universes Beyond sets have co opted a bunch of beloved IPs into the beloved card game to make a bunch of beloved money. Musician and Magic card expert Skulk the Hulking gives his thoughts on how this has been both good and bad for the community, how it affects things competitively and gives us his thoughts on where it goes next (Hint: Just more capitalism). Want even more Nerd of Mouth? Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/nerdofmouth Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Nerd of Mouth ad-free.Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Alex talks to the team at Wizards of the Coast behind Magic: The Gathering's new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Universes Beyond Set: Eric Engelhard – Senior Game Designer and Set Design Lead, Stephanie Chung – Art Director, and Crystal Frazier – Senior Narrative Game Designer and Worldbuilding Lead. They take a deep dive into the set, from how the art style was decided on, how the set borrows from 40 years of TMNT history, and the mechanics behind the new set.

John and Ryan open the episode with their latest game pickups. Ryan is currently playing Resident Evil Requiem and shares his initial thoughts on the atmosphere, pacing, and early gameplay feel. John, meanwhile, continues his play of Valkyrie Profile. Ryan also brings updates from his ongoing grind in Guilty Gear Strive, talking about fundamentals, improvement, and the competitive mindset. That leads into a look at the fighting game community as he prepares for an upcoming event in Seattle and reflects on the energy of in‑person tournaments. John shifts the discussion to Magic: The Gathering, breaking down the latest Universes Beyond release and why the TMNT crossover is struggling to gain traction. From there, the guys explore the downfall of High Guard, the launch of Marathon, and what these releases reveal about current industry trends. The future of Xbox takes the spotlight as they discuss Project Helix and how it could shape Microsoft's long‑term strategy. They also recap the biggest highlights from Pokémon Day, including new releases and updates worth watching. The episode continues with a look at Sony's evolving PC porting strategy before wrapping up with the Inflation Deflation Game of the Week. This week's pick is McDonald's Treasure Land Adventures, as the guys revisit the Sega Genesis platformer and debate its place in today's retro market. 00:00 Introduction to the Game Deflators Podcast 01:19 Recent Game Pickups and Current Playthroughs 08:47 Resident Evil Requiem: Gameplay Dynamics and Mechanics 14:50 Plucky Squire: Game Completion and Future Plans 19:51 Striving for Excellence in Guilty Gear Strive 26:46 Magic: The Gathering and Universes Beyond 31:40 High Guard's Demise and Industry Insights 36:27 Marathon's Launch and Player Reception 42:28 Project Helix and the Future of Xbox 44:22 Pokemon Day Highlights and New Releases 54:55 Sony's Shift in Game Porting Strategy 01:01:21 The Legacy of McDonald's Treasure Land Adventures   Find us on TheGameDeflators.com Twitter - www.twitter.com/GameDeflators Facebook - www.facebook.com/TheGameDeflators Instagram - www.instagram.com/thegamedeflators   The views and opinions expressed on this channel are solely those of the author. The content within these recordings are property of their respective Designers, Writers, Creators, Owners, Organizations, Companies and Producers. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted. Permission for intro and outro music provided by Matthew Huffaker http://www.youtube.com/user/teknoaxe 2_25_18

Gamers, did you know that Magic: The Gathering does crossovers with major IP constantly? They've done Marvel, Magic: The Gathering, even niche little tiny baby IPs like Final Fantasy. Well, today, we'd like to ask the question: What Universes Beyond would be the wildest direction for them to go? ---------------------------------------------------------------- Want to watch these episodes live? Check us out at https://www.youtube.com/@somederpsplaygames or twitch.tv/somederpsplaygames Check out the podcast on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/somederpstalkaboutgames Want to tell us something? Email us at podcast@somederpsplaygames.com Like our Facebook page too! www.facebook.com/SomeDerpsPlayGames/ We have a Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/somederpsplaygames Rate us on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/some-derps-talk-about-games/id1048899720 Follow us on Twitter! SDPG: twitter.com/somederps Buddy: twitter.com/thatbuddysola Mango: twitter.com/theonetruemango Intro and Outro courtesy of twitter.com/VinceRolin

Welcome back Pauper fam! It's TMNT spoiler time and even though we're not the biggest fans of this set, there are still plenty of cool Pauper cards to discuss. Will pizzas take over the meta? Is Cast Down stock at an all-time low? We chat about all this and more, including some very cool innovations of the Gates archetype! Thank you as always for listening!Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/kdvSavFkpzCheck out our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CommonGroundMTG2026 Listener Survey: https://forms.gle/UoEtF4U6VjKWvozu9Upcoming Pauper Events:March 7th - Win-Some-Beta-Basics Pauper Tournament @ Hobby Town, Bowling Green KY: https://topdeck.gg/event/pauper-event-win-beta-landsMarch 15th - $2.5k Pauper Trial @ NRG Series,  Elmhurst IL: https://www.nrgevents.gg/conventions/nrg-events-elmhurst-il/events/nrg-series-magic-25k-pauper-trialMarch 15th - Rhein-Ruhr Series @ The Phoenix Inn, Oberhausen, Germany: https://tcgevents.net/events/ea013140738716eMarch 21st - The next Court of Commons Quarterly @ Enchanted Gaming Emporium, Murray KY - https://topdeck.gg/event/court-of-commons-quarterly-pauper-yippeeApril 25th - London Pauper Showdown 4 "The Darkest Ritual" - https://www.badgerbadger.org/event/london-pauper-showdown-4-the-darkest-ritual/North Carolina-Area Listeners: Check out the Piedmont Pauper League @ Dragon's Hoard, Greensboro NC! 6 monthly tournaments culminate in a grand prize: travel stipend and entry into CGCup4 this summer! March event registration is now open: https://www.spicerack.gg/events/3038379The Cascadia Pauper Circuit presented by Pauper PNW: www.PauperPNW.org Next event is March 8th!Nashville-Area Thursday Pauper League @ Middle TN Gaming in Bellevue: https://www.facebook.com/p/Middle-Tennessee-Gaming-61567309793600/Any questions or feedback for us? Email us at: commongroundmtgpod@gmail.comhttps://twitter.com/CamPlaysMagichttps://twitter.com/Hippo_1124Thomas' BlueSky: @thomasdoesalot.bsky.social Hippo's BlueSky: @hippo2112.bsky.social 

Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EternalDurdlesTCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAnLegacy players used to scan every spoiler hoping for the next card that would shake up the format. Now? We're mostly hoping new sets don't do anything at all.In this episode of Eternal Durdles, Zac and Phil talk about how that shift happened—and why “low-impact” Magic sets might actually be a good thing for Legacy. From Modern Horizons fatigue to Universes Beyond, we break down what healthy design looks like, why cards like Badger Mole Cub are a better model than snowball threats, and how power creep has quietly reshaped player expectations.Along the way, we hit:Why Legacy players now fear spoilers instead of celebrating themThe long shadow of Modern Horizons on eternal formatsWhat “prophylactic” vs. interactive card design really meansUniverses Beyond, Marvel cards, and cautious optimismGoblins, Merfolk, and tribal support that doesn't break the formatWhy some problem cards escape scrutiny just because the meta shiftsA completely unplanned but very real detour into mall culture and road-trip horror storiesIf you care about Legacy's long-term health—and Wizards not making your format worse every six months—this one's for you.

Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EternalDurdlesTCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAnLegacy players used to scan every spoiler hoping for the next card that would shake up the format. Now? We're mostly hoping new sets don't do anything at all.In this episode of Eternal Durdles, Zac and Phil talk about how that shift happened—and why “low-impact” Magic sets might actually be a good thing for Legacy. From Modern Horizons fatigue to Universes Beyond, we break down what healthy design looks like, why cards like Badger Mole Cub are a better model than snowball threats, and how power creep has quietly reshaped player expectations.Along the way, we hit:Why Legacy players now fear spoilers instead of celebrating themThe long shadow of Modern Horizons on eternal formatsWhat “prophylactic” vs. interactive card design really meansUniverses Beyond, Marvel cards, and cautious optimismGoblins, Merfolk, and tribal support that doesn't break the formatWhy some problem cards escape scrutiny just because the meta shiftsA completely unplanned but very real detour into mall culture and road-trip horror storiesIf you care about Legacy's long-term health—and Wizards not making your format worse every six months—this one's for you.

Lorwyn Eclipsed is finally a real Magic set again — and that matters more than you think.In this episode of the Eternal Durdles Cast, Phil and Zac break down Lorwyn Eclipsed through a Legacy lens, card by card, while also tackling the bigger question:

After years away from Magic: The Gathering, a Christmas gift (the Avatar: The Last Airbender box set) has the host seriously considering a comeback. This quick solo segment breaks down the full 2026 MTG release schedule and which sets feel like the real “must-watch” moments.Along the way, there's a candid take on Universes Beyond fatigue versus how hard the art and themes can pull you back in, plus a few personal hype picks (especially The Hobbit and a full-on Star Trek set). The episode wraps with a plan to relearn the game, shoutouts to friends who keep up with MTG content, and an open invite for listener tips.00:00 Getting pulled back into MTG after years away (thanks to the Avatar box set)00:18 The 2026 schedule rundown: what's coming and when00:32 Universes Beyond thoughts: why crossovers pushed me away, and why I still get tempted00:45 The Hobbit set hype and why Middle-earth fits MTG so well01:00 Reality Fracture as the final in-universe set of the year01:04 Star Trek in November: instant buy, all eras, and my personal wish list01:17 Relearning the game and leaning on creators for pointers01:32 Listener call: what should I be paying attention to?2026 is stacked, and it's easy to feel overwhelmed if you're trying to keep up with every release.Universes Beyond is still the most divisive part of the schedule, but the right IP can absolutely reignite interest.The Hobbit feels like the crossover that naturally clicks with MTG's fantasy DNA.Star Trek is the personal “all-in” set, especially with multiple eras represented.If you've fallen off MTG, having a simple re-entry plan helps: pick one set, relearn the basics, find a community, then expand.“I'm thinking about getting back into Magic: The Gathering. Haven't played it in years.”“This is one of the reasons I kind of stopped caring about MTG… because they were starting to bring in other brands.”“When they did Lord of the Rings and that artwork. Holy cow.”“November… it is a Star Trek set. I will make sure to own for sure.”If you enjoyed the quick rundown, subscribe to Geek Freaks Headlines, leave a review, and share this episode with #GeekFreaksHeadlines. It helps more people find the show.All news discussed on the show is sourced from GeekFreaksPodcast.com.Instagram: @geekfreakspodcastThreads: @geekfreakspodcastTwitter: @geekfreakspodFacebook: The Geek Freaks PodcastPatreon: Geek Freaks PodcastGetting back into MTG after a long break: what should I focus on first? Starter products, Commander, Arena, local play, favorite channels to learn from, anything. Send your tips and questions for a future follow-up.Magic: The Gathering, MTG, TCG, Trading Card Games, Card Games, Wizards of the Coast, Universes Beyond, Lorwyn Eclipsed, Strixhaven, Marvel Super Heroes, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, The Hobbit, Star Trek, Commander, Geek CultureTimestamps and TopicsKey TakeawaysMemorable QuotesCall to ActionNews SourceFollow UsListener QuestionsApple Podcast Tags

It's that time of year again: predictions season.Phil and Zach kick off the new year by planting flags for Legacy and Pre-Modern Magic — calling their shots on what decks will rise, what cards are on borrowed time, and how the Eternal formats are going to evolve over the next year.We dig into:Legacy ban predictions (Bowmasters, Tamiyo, Beanstalk, and more)Whether Ancient Tomb and Urza's Saga decks are about to get even strongerThe impact of Universes Beyond sets on Legacy and Eternal formatsIs Affinity a real contender or just a metagame flash?Why Storm, Doomsday, and combo decks might be positioned to dominateControl's return and whether Beanstalk control is actually healthyThe future of Pre-Modern on Magic Online and what might get banned (or unbanned)Will Legacy attendance drop, and are players migrating to Pre-Modern or Vintage?We also make predictions for Eternal Weekend, LobsterCon, and even call our shot on how many subscribers Eternal Durdles will hit by the end of the year — receipts will be checked.If you play Legacy, Pre-Modern, Vintage, or Eternal Magic, this is the episode to bookmark and revisit in December.

On Episode 129 of The Faerie Conclave, Alec interviews Reversal Wizrd all about his Tidus, Yuna's Guardian commander deck! He built this deck because of his love for Final Fantasy 10 and also because of the incredible power of Tidus as a Magic card. We also talked about Universes Beyond, the commander ban list, and many other very necessary side tangents.This episode will also be released with full video on YouTube! Check it out and let me know what you think.Check out Reversal Wizrd's Tidus deck list here.Follow Reversal Wizrd on Twitch here.Watch the Nitpicking Nerds episode where Reversal Wizrd plays Tidus here!Follow The Faerie Conclave's content and social medias here.To support The Faerie Conclave, please consider joining my Patreon here.The Faerie Conclave logo and imagery was created by Kirtly Maxfield who can be contacted for design services at thelichencollective.com.The Faerie Conclave theme music was created by Livi Cheney who can be found as soffboilite on SoundCloud.

We are joined in-studio for an interview with a fascinating gentleman who had an even more fascinating (and confusing) proposal to share with us. We also hear from a farmer on Dominaria about some unsettling things he has seen lately, as well as report on the Mad Prophet Of Innistrad's quarterly rants and ravings.

This episode I'm joined by games journalist and author Aiden Moher to talk about the impact of Universes Beyond! Casual Magic is brought to you by Archidekt, Quiver, Mana Pool, and by my patrons at patreon.com/shivamb. Thank you for your support!

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Zac and Phil go deep on Magic: The Gathering's growing obsession with outside IPs, asking the big question — when did “nods” become “crossovers”?In this episode, they explore how Magic evolved from subtle flavor callbacks (like Theros's Greek myth inspiration or Arabian Nights' literary roots) to full-on Universes Beyond product lines. The conversation spans design philosophy, flavor theory, and even a little literary criticism — all centered on why Magic feels different now.From Avatar: The Last Airbender to Spider-Man and beyond, the guys debate what makes some collaborations work and others feel… off. Is it art style? Setting? Narrative tone? Or is it that Magic used to suggest connections rather than define them?

We wrangled up a new player from our local gaming community and wracked his brain about everything MTG. His thoughts on Universes Beyond, Secret Lairs and even cEDH were all very fresh and interesting. Come here all about it on Commander Cookout 514.Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They're your source for all of your gaming needs. You can find them here: www.FusionGamingOnline.com. You want a 5% discount off all of your MTG order? Head over to Fusion Gaming Online and use exclusive promo code: CCONATION at checkout.Want your deck or topic featured on Commander Cookout Podcast? Check out the reward tiers at Patreon.com/CCOPodcast. There are a lot of fun and unique benefits to pledging. Like the CCO Discord or getting your deck featured on the show.Ryan's solo podcast, Commander ad Populum:https://www.spreaker.com/show/commander-ad-populumInterested in MTG/Commander History? Check out Commander History Podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mtg-commander-history--6128728You can listen to CCO Podcast anywhere better podcasts are found as well as on CommanderCookout.com.Now, Hit our Theme Song!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CCOPodcasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

A ranking of all of the cEDH viable commanders from Universes Beyond sets/productsPATREON - https://www.patreon.com/playtowinDRAGONSHIELD AFFILIATE LINK - https://dragonshield.com/?ref=playtowin Use this code for 5% off!: playtowin5MERCH - https://www.playtowinmtg.com/merchLINKTR.EE - https://linktr.ee/playtowinmtgSpecial thanks to Cyrus/Cubby for helping edit this video -https://www.instagram.com/quintin_cubby_george/MOXFIELD - Dylan - https://moxfield.com/users/DylanToWin Cam - https://moxfield.com/users/camjamAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

BOY! Lazz and Cody sit down to review Cody's new God of War deck led by Kratos and Atreus. They also discuss their feelings on Universes Beyond in Magic. Deck list: https://moxfield.com/decks/nm7_sWsroUGqubLjiQ1XZQCuts and adds: https://moxfield.com/decks/fZIdk1CJ-UmB0y8I2goVDgjoin the discord: https://discord.gg/FkGyWC26email us at Brewitorscrewit@gmail.comBe sure to follow and leave a review.

This week, we take a look at a bunch of our favorite Universes Beyond. What went well? What made them so special? Did WOTC capture lightning in a bottle? Or could they use the same delivery method and keep us crawling back for more?Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They're your source for all of your gaming needs. You can find them here: www.FusionGamingOnline.com. You want a 5% discount off all of your MTG order? Head over to Fusion Gaming Online and use exclusive promo code: CCONATION at checkout.Want your deck or topic featured on Commander Cookout Podcast? Check out the reward tiers at Patreon.com/CCOPodcast. There are a lot of fun and unique benefits to pledging. Like the CCO Discord or getting your deck featured on the show.Ryan's solo podcast, Commander ad Populum:https://www.spreaker.com/show/commander-ad-populumInterested in MTG/Commander History? Check out Commander History Podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mtg-commander-history--6128728You can listen to CCO Podcast anywhere better podcasts are found as well as on CommanderCookout.com.Now, Hit our Theme Song!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CCOPodcasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

Is it just too much?

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On this week's show, the boys wonder whether a new game will solve their problems. Then Stan ruminates on Universes Beyond some more, following the Ninja Turtles announcement. Dave takes pictures of arcade cabinet art. And Shane learns a bit about Brad Pitt after watching F1, and shows off his new MSI Claw. Become a citizen of The Dive Down Nation!: http://www.patreon.com/thedivedown Show the world that you're a proud citizen of The Dive Down Nation with some merch from the store: https://www.thedivedown.com/store Upgrade your gameplay and your gameday with Heavy Play accessories. Use code THEDIVEDOWN2025 for 10% off your first order at https://www.heavyplay.com Get 25% Cashback after 3 months of service with ManaTraders! https://www.manatraders.com/?medium=thedivedown and use coupon code THEDIVEDOWN And now receive 8% off your order of paper cards from Nerd Rage Gaming with code DIVE8 at https://www.nerdragegaming.com/ Timestamps: 0:01 - What game will bring us together next? 9:10 - This week's episode/housekeeping 11:18 - Teenage Mutant Ninja Cardboard 31:37 - Arcade guys 47:54 - Shane's lightning round - F1, Stan's Steam Deck, and the MSI Claw 1:06:00 - Wrapping up Our opening music is Nowhere - You Never Knew, and our closing music is Space Blood - Goro? Is That Your Christian Name? email us: thedivedown@gmail.com (mailto:thedivedown@gmail.com)

This week we cover: Universes Beyond being compared to slop, recent WotC survey, crazy competitions, TMNT previews, Pokemon Go update, DC KO story, and problems with AI as a companion.  Support the show by getting $5 credit for free at www.manapool.com/promo/colorofmagic     Please remember to rate the show and leave a comment! DeQuan - @powrdragn Brian - @brianpsionic Color of Magic Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ColorofMagic Website: https://www.colorofmtg.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ColorofMTG Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/colorofmtg

This week on The Game Deflators, John and Ryan kick things off with their latest gaming pickups and a spoiler-filled discussion of Silent Hill f. The guys break down the ending and share whether it lived up to the series' legacy—or left them scratching their heads. Next, it's on to Magic: The Gathering, where recent comments from Mark Rosewater have reignited debate around Universes Beyond. Is Hasbro enriching the game with crossovers—or forcing them down players' throats? Then the duo unpacks the buzz around a potential Nintendo hack. What's the story, and how could it impact gamers and developers alike? Finally, they dive into a retro horror gem with a review of Siren on PS2. Does this stealth-heavy survival title still deliver the scares, or has time dulled its edge? 00:00 Introduction to the Game Deflators Podcast 01:09 Gaming Pickups and Equipment 07:18 Silent Hill F: Gameplay and Story Analysis 27:14 Gaming Nostalgia and Spooky Season 31:55 Magic: The Gathering's Universes Beyond Controversy 44:09 The Future of Universes Beyond and Crossovers 52:54 Magic Card Collecting and Pricing 55:01 Nintendo Hacked: Implications for the Gaming Industry 01:01:55 Siren: A Deep Dive into Gameplay and Mechanics 01:17:29 Final Thoughts on Game Pricing and Value   Want more Game Deflators content? Find us at www.thegamedeflators.com     Find us on Social Media Twitter @GameDeflators Instagram @TheGameDeflators Facebook @TheGameDeflators YouTube @The Game Deflators   Permission for intro and outro music provided by Matthew Huffaker http://www.youtube.com/user/teknoaxe 2_25_18 

This week the guys are talking about the state of Magic. They go over some of the discourse that has happened recently about Universes Beyond, the release schedule and game play. Get caught up on the goings on in the Magic and get their thoughts as well.   To help support the podcast, please consider going to TCG using our link: https://casualtryhard.com/TCG Facebook: Casual Try Hard MTG X: @casualtrypod Bluesky: @casualtryhardmtg.bsky.social Email: casualtryhardmtg@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/casualtryhardmtg Youtube: CasualTryHardMTG Discord: https://discord.gg/6uCuW79   You can find us on the Apple podcast app, Google Play, Podbean, Soundcloud, Spotify, Stitcher or YouTube just search casual try hard. Music by Juan Rodriguez II ZeeManlove.com  

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Universes Beyond: What started as a single Secret Lair of The Walking Dead cards has now ballooned to encompass over half of all cards being released next year. Love it or hate it, UB has been a polarizing topic in the MTG community. Do Furby and Dwight from The Office belong in the same game as Urza and Mishra? Is there still room for Magic in Magic: The Gathering? Is it all just too much? Tune in for our takes and let us know what YOU think! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- RAYCON: Raycon's fan-favorite Everyday Earbuds Classic now feature Active Noise Cancellation! To save 20% sitewide go to: https://www.buyraycon.com/command FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free breakfast for one year, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off RIDGE: One thing to pack, five ways to power! Get 10% Off @ Ridge with code COMMAND at https://ridge.com/COMMAND -------- CARD KINGDOM: The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT: Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Magic 2026 Release Schedule: https://tinyurl.com/ec8w4c93 The Preview Panel at MagicCon: Atlanta: https://youtu.be/pxGUDYNwpL4?si=bdIZ6o47NnrUVDCV New York Comic Con Panel Announcement: https://tinyurl.com/3z66ttcf Collecting Lorwyn Eclipsed: A First Look: https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/feature/collecting-lorwyn-eclipsed Beyond the Edge of Eternities: An MTG Movie: https://youtu.be/jclO7Mjfjq0?si=o6__zvru3DKpnPEd Secret Lair Reveal Party: https://youtu.be/whUmH7dp47s?si=m1hE7KvwrVXkUoFh Spice8Rack Magic: The Gathering, Spider-Man, & the End of Culture: https://youtu.be/LNGowvILFXo?si=BjejpdVHSdoI-dxQ MTGGoldfish - Why Magic is How it Is in 2025 and Why Everything Changed: https://youtu.be/sNNqz6qNwOo?si=kwXAPco7wsMrkVAu Jake Boss: Twitter: @JakeBossMTG BlueSky: @jakeboss.bsky.social YouTube: @JakeBossMTG Mark Rosewater Blogatog: https://tinyurl.com/5t4v6vv4 Ittetu: Twitter: @ittetu_ Mark Rosewater - Designing for Universes Beyond: https://tinyurl.com/3p7bhecu IGN - Magic: The Gathering's Final Fantasy Expansion Made $200 Million in Just One Day: https://www.ign.com/articles/magic-the-gatherings-final-fantasy-expansion-made-200-million-in-just-one-day -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list -------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sahar's Links: https://linktr.ee/saharmirhadihttps://bsky.app/profile/saharmirhadi.bsky.socialThis week on Eternal Durdles, Zac Clark and returning guest Sahar Mirhadi take on the biggest question in Magic: the Gathering right now — do Universes Beyond crossovers actually belong in Magic?From Lord of the Rings and Warhammer (slam dunks) to The Walking Dead, Marvel, Sonic, and even Tomb Raider, we run down EVERY IP that's made its way into MTG and ask three key questions:* Is it *Magic*?* Does it *belong* in Magic?* Are we actually *fans* of it?Along the way we talk power creep (Orcish Bowmasters, The One Ring), reskins vs. unique cards, what competitive players can't opt out of, and why “let people like things” isn't always the whole story.If you've ever looked at a Universes Beyond spoiler and thought “this doesn't feel like Magic,” this is the episode for you.

Love it or hate it, Universes Beyond are here to stay. Join us for Part 5 of the CCO Crapshoot where long-time friend of the show Aiden, tells us all about Avatar, the Last Airbender. Aiden opens us up to how interesting and powerful of a story it is! All that and so much more on CCO 510!Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They're your source for all of your gaming needs. You can find them here: www.FusionGamingOnline.com. You want a 5% discount off all of your MTG order? Head over to Fusion Gaming Online and use exclusive promo code: CCONATION at checkout.Want your deck or topic featured on Commander Cookout Podcast?Check out the reward tiers at Patreon.com/CCOPodcast. There are a lot of fun and unique benefits to pledging. Like the CCO Discord or getting your deck featured on the show.Ryan's solo podcast, Commander ad Populum:https://www.spreaker.com/show/commander-ad-populumInterested in MTG/Commander History? Check out Commander History Podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mtg-commander-history--6128728You can listen to CCO Podcast anywhere better podcasts are found as well as on CommanderCookout.com.Now, Hit our Theme Song!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitter and BlueSkyhttps://www.Patreon.com/CCOPodcasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

Only Jim Halpert can save us now...

The dorks dive back into the Spider-Man (and the Through the Omenpaths digital nonsense version) Magic set to pick out a mess of cards to talk about. As usual with Universes Beyond stuff, we're talking about what the cards do and what they represent from the source material. Radioactive spider blood! Become a Lifeguard on Patreon! – patreon.com/themanapool Podcast RSS Feed: themanapool.libsyn.com/rss YouTube: youtube.com/TheManaPool The Deep End: youtube.com/@TheDeepEndTMP TMP Streams Archive: youtube.com/@TMPStreams Twitch: twitch.tv/themanapool Discord: discord.gg/7da7T6s BlueSky: themanapool.bsky.social Instagram: TheManaPool Threads: @TheManaPool Email: dorks@themanapool.com Intro & Outro Music: Diamond by Swift – https://open.spotify.com/artist/0vAs5HIBkUPbuoN5b5GWTE

Is this the beginning of the end? Is it the worst MTG-case scenario? Are we doomed?! Probably not. But lots of what we thought about Universes Beyond is coming true. Come here our thoughts on the matter, and so much more, on CCO 504.Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They're your source for all of your gaming needs. You can find them here: www.FusionGamingOnline.com. You want a 5% discount off all of your MTG order? Head over to Fusion Gaming Online and use exclusive promo code: CCONATION at checkout.Want your deck or topic featured on Commander Cookout Podcast?Check out the reward tiers at Patreon.com/CCOPodcast. There are a lot of fun and unique benefits to pledging. Like the CCO Discord or getting your deck featured on the show.Ryan's solo podcast, Commander ad Populum:https://www.spreaker.com/show/commander-ad-populumInterested in MTG/Commander History? Check out Commander History Podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mtg-commander-history--6128728You can listen to CCO Podcast anywhere better podcasts are found as well as on CommanderCookout.com.Now, Hit our Theme Song!Social media:https://www.CommanderCookout.comhttps://www.Instagram.com/CommanderCookouthttps://www.Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on Twitterhttps://www.Patreon.com/CCOPodcasthttps://ko-fi.com/commandercookout

Ready to begin your pilgrimage across the land of Spira to defeat Sin and save the world? You're definitely going to need the Final Fantasy X “Counter Blitz” (green/white/blue) preconstructed Commander deck from the new Universes Beyond set, Final Fantasy! To help you along the way, check out our $50 upgrade guide, showing you 10 cards to add and 10 to take out. We'll give you everything you need to play games so good, your friends will demand a sequel! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- RAYCON: Raycon's latest model of Everyday Earbuds are better than ever! To save 15% on your entire Raycon order go to: https://www.buyraycon.com/command    AUDIBLE:  New members can try Audible now free for 30 days by texting COMMAND to 500-500 or visiting https://www.Audible.com/COMMAND     SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz  -------- CARD KINGDOM: The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command  ARCHIDEKT: Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today!  ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Josh Murphy: Twitter: @alsonamedjosh Bluesky: @alsonamedjosh.bsky.social “Counter Blitz” Precon Upgrade Deck List:  https://archidekt.com/decks/13139583/cz_676_counter_blitz_precon_upgrade Mono-Blue Battle | Extra Turns 53: https://youtu.be/S318WdrTiko -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list -------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices