Eternal Durdles

Zac Clark interviews Eric Ratkowski, a recent challenge winner, about his experience with the Doomsday deck. They discuss the differences between Turbo and Tempo Doomsday, Eric's tournament matches, sideboarding strategies, and the current meta position of Doomsday. Eric shares insights on his deck choices, key plays during the tournament, and adapting strategies. They highlight the intricacies of playing Doomsday and the evolving landscape of competitive play leading to Eternal Weekend. ERIC'S WINNING LIST: https://www.moxfield.com/decks/NLircwgsm0O1m8wqEmtJaQ Takeaways Eric won a recent challenge with his Doomsday deck. Tempo Doomsday offers a legitimate plan B with threats like Tamiyo and Psychic Frog. Sideboarding is crucial against different matchups, especially against tempo decks. Eric's tournament experience included strategic adjustments based on opponents' decks. Psychic Frog has multiple applications in the Doomsday strategy. Consigned to Memory is effective against decks like Eldrazi and Myst

Zac Clark interviews Eric Ratkowski, a recent challenge winner, about his experience with the Doomsday deck. They discuss the differences between Turbo and Tempo Doomsday, Eric's tournament matches, sideboarding strategies, and the current meta position of Doomsday. Eric shares insights on his deck choices, key plays during the tournament, and adapting strategies. They highlight the intricacies of playing Doomsday and the evolving landscape of competitive play leading to Eternal Weekend. ERIC'S WINNING LIST: https://www.moxfield.com/decks/NLircwgsm0O1m8wqEmtJaQ Takeaways Eric won a recent challenge with his Doomsday deck. Tempo Doomsday offers a legitimate plan B with threats like Tamiyo and Psychic Frog. Sideboarding is crucial against different matchups, especially against tempo decks. Eric's tournament experience included strategic adjustments based on opponents' decks. Psychic Frog has multiple applications in the Doomsday strategy. Consigned to Memory is effective against decks like Eldrazi and Mys

Zac invites John Li to share his experience of taking down a a MTGO LEGACY challenge with his Blue Black Reanimator deck. They cover John's Unique build and how this made all the difference in the late rounds. John delves into specific matches, highlighting the practical sideboarding choices and adapting to the widespread format hate for the deck. John reflects on his learning experiences and the evolving meta as he prepares for ETERNAL WEEKEND. JOHN'S WINNING DECK! https://www.moxfield.com/decks/XBpqfVjMrEyyVEEpL5nTLg Takeaways John Li took down the challenge with Blue Black Ray Animated. Being on the play is crucial in matchups. Landing a Frog or Troll early can be game-changing. Sideboarding strategies depend on play-draw dynamics. The deck's speed helps avoid time issues in rounds. Understanding matchups improves with experience. Late rounds require a focus on potential losses. The meta is evolving with new decks emerging. Adapting strategies based on opponents is key. Winning a challenge is a signif

Zac invites John Li to share his experience of taking down a a MTGO LEGACY challenge with his Blue Black Reanimator deck. They cover John's Unique build and how this made all the difference in the late rounds. John delves into specific matches, highlighting the practical sideboarding choices and adapting to the widespread format hate for the deck. John reflects on his learning experiences and the evolving meta as he prepares for ETERNAL WEEKEND. JOHN'S WINNING DECK! https://www.moxfield.com/decks/XBpqfVjMrEyyVEEpL5nTLg Takeaways John Li took down the challenge with Blue Black Ray Animated. Being on the play is crucial in matchups. Landing a Frog or Troll early can be game-changing. Sideboarding strategies depend on play-draw dynamics. The deck's speed helps avoid time issues in rounds. Understanding matchups improves with experience. Late rounds require a focus on potential losses. The meta is evolving with new decks emerging. Adapting strategies based on opponents is key. Winning a challenge is a signifi

Zac and Phil discuss their strategies and deck choices for the upcoming Eternal Weekend. They analyze the current meta, focusing on key matchups against popular decks like Froginator, Eldrazi, and Red Painter. Zac emphasizes the importance of being the faster combo deck, effective sideboarding strategies, and navigating the unique challenges each deck poses. TakeawaysThe meta is shifting, and players must adapt their strategies accordingly.Being the faster combo deck is crucial in matchups against Froginator and Eldrazi.Sideboarding effectively can make or break a match, especially against combo decks.Understanding your opponent's plan is key to executing your own successfully.Pithing Needle can be a game-changer against Red Painter.Online play does not always reflect the true strength of a deck in paper.Cephalid Breakfast has a favorable matchup against Froginator if played correctly.The importance of card selection and how it varies between online and paper play.Players should be prepared for a variety of s

Zac and Phil discuss their strategies and deck choices for the upcoming Eternal Weekend. They analyze the current meta, focusing on key matchups against popular decks like Froginator, Eldrazi, and Red Painter. Zac emphasizes the importance of being the faster combo deck, effective sideboarding strategies, and navigating the unique challenges each deck poses. TakeawaysThe meta is shifting, and players must adapt their strategies accordingly.Being the faster combo deck is crucial in matchups against Froginator and Eldrazi.Sideboarding effectively can make or break a match, especially against combo decks.Understanding your opponent's plan is key to executing your own successfully.Pithing Needle can be a game-changer against Red Painter.Online play does not always reflect the true strength of a deck in paper.Cephalid Breakfast has a favorable matchup against Froginator if played correctly.The importance of card selection and how it varies between online and paper play.Players should be prepared for a variety of s

Zac and Phil recap the Legacy Super Qualifier, analyzing the resurgence of Urza Saga and the various decks that made it to the top eight. They discuss the strengths and weaknesses of reanimator decks, the importance of sideboarding strategies, and the need for players to be aware of the meta as they prepare for upcoming events like Eternal Weekend. TakeawaysUrza Saga is seeing a significant resurgence in the meta.Reanimator decks are still strong but face increased hate.Sideboarding is crucial in adapting to the current meta.Players need to be aware of the foundational pillars of the format.Diverse decks are present in the top 16, indicating a healthy meta.Rogue decks like Naughty Breakfast may find success in upcoming events.Understanding opponent's strategies is key to winning matches.Meta awareness can inform deck choices for Eternal Weekend.Players should engage with the community for insights and support.Consistent practice and preparation are essential for competitive play.Chapters00:00 Recapping the Le

Zac and Phil recap the Legacy Super Qualifier, analyzing the resurgence of Urza Saga and the various decks that made it to the top eight. They discuss the strengths and weaknesses of reanimator decks, the importance of sideboarding strategies, and the need for players to be aware of the meta as they prepare for upcoming events like Eternal Weekend. TakeawaysUrza Saga is seeing a significant resurgence in the meta.Reanimator decks are still strong but face increased hate.Sideboarding is crucial in adapting to the current meta.Players need to be aware of the foundational pillars of the format.Diverse decks are present in the top 16, indicating a healthy meta.Rogue decks like Naughty Breakfast may find success in upcoming events.Understanding opponent's strategies is key to winning matches.Meta awareness can inform deck choices for Eternal Weekend.Players should engage with the community for insights and support.Consistent practice and preparation are essential for competitive play.Chapters00:00 Recapping the Le

Zac Clark welcomes Eli Goings, a prominent figure in the Magic: The Gathering community, particularly known for his expertise in Goblins decks. They discuss the evolution of Goblins in the Legacy format, the impact of the Sticker Goblin card, and the current state of the deck following recent bans. Eli shares his personal journey with the Goblins deck, including his experiences at tournaments and his insights into deck-building strategies. The conversation also touches on Eli's new film podcast project, where he aims to explore cinema with friends and provide context to classic films.TakeawaysEli Goings is a key figure in the Goblins community.The Sticker Goblin card significantly changed the Goblins deck dynamics.Goblins decks have evolved to adapt to the Legacy meta.Eli's background in academia influences his approach to Magic and writing.The importance of context in understanding both Magic and film.Eli's film podcast aims to explore cinema through recommendations.Goblins decks are currently focusing on in

Zac Clark welcomes Eli Goings, a prominent figure in the Magic: The Gathering community, particularly known for his expertise in Goblins decks. They discuss the evolution of Goblins in the Legacy format, the impact of the Sticker Goblin card, and the current state of the deck following recent bans. Eli shares his personal journey with the Goblins deck, including his experiences at tournaments and his insights into deck-building strategies. The conversation also touches on Eli's new film podcast project, where he aims to explore cinema with friends and provide context to classic films.TakeawaysEli Goings is a key figure in the Goblins community.The Sticker Goblin card significantly changed the Goblins deck dynamics.Goblins decks have evolved to adapt to the Legacy meta.Eli's background in academia influences his approach to Magic and writing.The importance of context in understanding both Magic and film.Eli's film podcast aims to explore cinema through recommendations.Goblins decks are currently focusing on in

Zac and Phil dive into the excitement surrounding Eternal Weekend, discussing their event schedules, strategies for participating in various challenges, and their deck choices. They also touch on the importance of practice reps leading up to the event, and offer up an accountability plan! The conversation is filled with humor and insights about the Eternal Magic community, food preferences in Pittsburgh, and the dynamics of competitive playing an out of how to make the most of Eternal Weekend 2024. https://www.cardtitanevents.com/ Chapters00:00 Eternal Weekend Excitement02:59 Event Planning and Strategies05:46 Challenges and Prize Structures09:10 Food and Social Dynamics11:51 Deck Choices and Preparations15:13 Community Engagement and Accountability18:05 Final Thoughts and Wrap-UpTakeawaysEternal Weekend is a highly anticipated event for Magic the Gathering players.Planning and strategizing for events is crucial for success.Challenges at Eternal Weekend offer various prize structures that can be confusing.Foo

Zac and Phil dive into the excitement surrounding Eternal Weekend, discussing their event schedules, strategies for participating in various challenges, and their deck choices. They also touch on the importance of practice reps leading up to the event, and offer up an accountability plan! The conversation is filled with humor and insights about the Eternal Magic community, food preferences in Pittsburgh, and the dynamics of competitive playing an out of how to make the most of Eternal Weekend 2024. https://www.cardtitanevents.com/ Chapters00:00 Eternal Weekend Excitement02:59 Event Planning and Strategies05:46 Challenges and Prize Structures09:10 Food and Social Dynamics11:51 Deck Choices and Preparations15:13 Community Engagement and Accountability18:05 Final Thoughts and Wrap-UpTakeawaysEternal Weekend is a highly anticipated event for Magic the Gathering players.Planning and strategizing for events is crucial for success.Challenges at Eternal Weekend offer various prize structures that can be confusing.Foo

Zac and Phil discuss their preparations for Eternal Weekend, focusing on the importance of practice and understanding the current meta. They explore various deck strategies, including the significance of specific cards and archetypes, and even draw parallels to Power Rangers to illustrate their points. They emphasize the need for players to be well-prepared and adaptable in the evolving landscape of Legacy. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt9PVLLPfdzI_pr1U9hZDtw/join JOIN US ON DISCORD: https://discord.gg/hrC7PxQZTE Ad-free Listening on SPOTIFY! Subscribe here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eternaldurdles/subscribe Twitch: Twitch.tv/durdlemagus Eternal Durdles Moxfield: https://www.moxfield.com/users/EternalDurdles https://www.moxfield.com/users/Durdlemagus https://www.moxfield.com/users/ForceofPhil Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EternalDurdles Check out our song parodies on SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/forceofphil Follow us

Zac and Phil discuss their preparations for Eternal Weekend, focusing on the importance of practice and understanding the current meta. They explore various deck strategies, including the significance of specific cards and archetypes, and even draw parallels to Power Rangers to illustrate their points. They emphasize the need for players to be well-prepared and adaptable in the evolving landscape of Legacy. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt9PVLLPfdzI_pr1U9hZDtw/join JOIN US ON DISCORD: https://discord.gg/hrC7PxQZTE Ad-free Listening on SPOTIFY! Subscribe here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eternaldurdles/subscribe Twitch: Twitch.tv/durdlemagus Eternal Durdles Moxfield: https://www.moxfield.com/users/EternalDurdles https://www.moxfield.com/users/Durdlemagus https://www.moxfield.com/users/ForceofPhil Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EternalDurdles Check out our song parodies on SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/forceofphil Follow us

Zac and Joey Pasco discuss the recent bans in Commander, particularly focusing on the implications for CEDH nad impact on Legacy's future. They explore the spectrum of Commander play, the financial impact of the bans, and the need for a split in formats to accommodate different play styles. The conversation also touches on the challenges faced by the community and the importance of player feedback in shaping the future of Magic: The Gathering. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt9PVLLPfdzI_pr1U9hZDtw/join JOIN US ON DISCORD: https://discord.gg/hrC7PxQZTE Ad-free Listening on SPOTIFY! Subscribe here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eternaldurdles/subscribe Twitch: Twitch.tv/durdlemagus Eternal Durdles Moxfield: https://www.moxfield.com/users/EternalDurdles https://www.moxfield.com/users/Durdlemagus https://www.moxfield.com/users/ForceofPhil Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EternalDurdles Check out our song parodies on SoundCloud: https

Zac and Joey Pasco discuss the recent bans in Commander, particularly focusing on the implications for CEDH nad impact on Legacy's future. They explore the spectrum of Commander play, the financial impact of the bans, and the need for a split in formats to accommodate different play styles. The conversation also touches on the challenges faced by the community and the importance of player feedback in shaping the future of Magic: The Gathering. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt9PVLLPfdzI_pr1U9hZDtw/join JOIN US ON DISCORD: https://discord.gg/hrC7PxQZTE Ad-free Listening on SPOTIFY! Subscribe here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eternaldurdles/subscribe Twitch: Twitch.tv/durdlemagus Eternal Durdles Moxfield: https://www.moxfield.com/users/EternalDurdles https://www.moxfield.com/users/Durdlemagus https://www.moxfield.com/users/ForceofPhil Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EternalDurdles Check out our song parodies on SoundCloud: https

Zac and Phil dive deep into the DuskMourn set, discussing various cards and their potential impact on the Legacy format. They explore the Overlord cycle, highlighting specific cards that may see play, and analyze standout cards like Abhorrent Oculus and Walk-in Closet. The conversation also touches on the implications of new cards in existing decks, the nuances of gameplay strategies, and even segues into a light-hearted discussion about horror movies, showcasing the hosts' dynamic and engaging banter. Chapters00:00 Introduction to DuskMourn02:47 Exploring Overlords in Legacy06:15 Analyzing Abhorrent Oculus08:52 Walk-in Closet and Forgotten Cellar10:39 Volgavoth Terror Eater Discussion12:51 Hauntwoods Shrieker and LeyLine of Resonance15:47 Razorkin Needlehead and Silent Hallkeeper18:59 Demonic Counsel and Come Back Wrong21:51 Marina Vendral's Grimoire23:36 Altanak the Thrice Called26:41 Ghost Vacuum and Marvin's Mimic30:43 Valgavoth's Lair and Ancient Cellar Spawn34:18 Metamorphosis Fanatic an

Zac and Phil dive deep into the DuskMourn set, discussing various cards and their potential impact on the Legacy format. They explore the Overlord cycle, highlighting specific cards that may see play, and analyze standout cards like Abhorrent Oculus and Walk-in Closet. The conversation also touches on the implications of new cards in existing decks, the nuances of gameplay strategies, and even segues into a light-hearted discussion about horror movies, showcasing the hosts' dynamic and engaging banter. Chapters00:00 Introduction to DuskMourn02:47 Exploring Overlords in Legacy06:15 Analyzing Abhorrent Oculus08:52 Walk-in Closet and Forgotten Cellar10:39 Volgavoth Terror Eater Discussion12:51 Hauntwoods Shrieker and LeyLine of Resonance15:47 Razorkin Needlehead and Silent Hallkeeper18:59 Demonic Counsel and Come Back Wrong21:51 Marina Vendral's Grimoire23:36 Altanak the Thrice Called26:41 Ghost Vacuum and Marvin's Mimic30:43 Valgavoth's Lair and Ancient Cellar Spawn34:18 Metamorphosis Fanatic an

Zac and Phil discuss the concept of 'free wins' in the Legacy format of Magic the Gathering. They define what constitutes a free win, explore various deck strategies that incorporate these elements, and emphasize the importance of cognitive load management during tournaments. The conversation also evaluates current meta decks and their potential for achieving free wins, ultimately providing insights for players looking to succeed in competitive events. Takeaways A free win allows you to bypass traditional win conditions. Cognitive load management is crucial during long tournaments. Decks with free-win strategies can reduce decision fatigue. Every competitive deck should consider incorporating free win elements. The current meta favors decks that can generate free wins. Players should evaluate their deck choices based on free win potential. Understanding your opponent's cognitive load can give you an advantage. Free wins can significantly increase your chances of winning tournaments. Choosing a

Zac and Phil discuss the concept of 'free wins' in the Legacy format of Magic the Gathering. They define what constitutes a free win, explore various deck strategies that incorporate these elements, and emphasize the importance of cognitive load management during tournaments. The conversation also evaluates current meta decks and their potential for achieving free wins, ultimately providing insights for players looking to succeed in competitive events. Takeaways A free win allows you to bypass traditional win conditions. Cognitive load management is crucial during long tournaments. Decks with free-win strategies can reduce decision fatigue. Every competitive deck should consider incorporating free win elements. The current meta favors decks that can generate free wins. Players should evaluate their deck choices based on free win potential. Understanding your opponent's cognitive load can give you an advantage. Free wins can significantly increase your chances of winning tournaments. Choosing a