[Video] The Epic Gamble: Tony Scapone Explains this Combo Deck

Zac Clark and Tony Scapone delve into the intricacies of the Epic Gamble in Legacy MTG. They explore its mechanics, compare it with other storm decks, and discuss strategies for both playing and fighting the deck. Tony shares his journey in storm decks and advises new players looking to get into the archetype. The discussion is rich with insights into deck building, sideboard strategies, and the evolving meta of competitive play. Takeaways The Epic Gamble is a unique storm deck that utilizes powerful cards like LED and Echo of Aeons. Gamble serves as a tutor in the deck, allowing for strategic plays. Understanding the differences between Epic Gamble and Ruby Storm is crucial for players. Sideboard strategies can enhance the effectiveness of the Epic Gamble. Countering the Epic Gamble requires stopping its initial onslaught and playing resilient permanents. Tony has been playing Magic for over 30 years, with a focus on storm decks in recent years. New players should explore various storm decks to find what suits them best. Content creators like Tony provide valuable resources for learning about storm decks. The Epic Gamble deck has evolved with new card releases, enhancing its strategy. Engaging with the community and practicing online can improve a player's skill. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Epic Gamble 05:54 Comparing Epic Gamble with Other Decks 11:56 Sideboard Strategies and Silver Bullets 18:05 Strategies to Counter the Epic Gamble 24:00 Advice for New Players in Storm Decks HEAVY PLAY DECK BOXES AND SLEEVES www.heavyplay.com/eternaldurdles Use code ETERNALDURDLES for 10% off entire order. 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 on Twitter: Zac: @durdlemagus Phil: @ForceofPhil We are edited by: https://gullaudio.com & https://www.youtube.com/@PipGoblinBattleCaster OUR Background graphic: AA-vfx Art Store https://www.shaharhatfila.com/en AA VFX- 8K & 4K Most Viewed Motion backgrounds channel @aavfx @aa_vfx @aavfx_art http://4kmotionbackgrounds.blogspot.com/ Moving Backgrounds, Backdrops, Animated Live Wallpapers! HD & UHD Videos 2160p, 4320p , VJ Loops, VFX Animations! Dozens of playlists: Tutorials, Effects, Compilations: @dvdangor2011