Winning Hand - A Marvel Champions Podcast

"This card is the GOAT." - LazyTitan In this episode of the Winning Hand podcast, Boomguy and LazyTitan delve into the world of defense events, focusing on Shield Block as the card of the day. In this episode, the hosts discuss the Captain America classic before they methodically rank and discuss various defensive events in Marvel Champions, exploring the strengths and weaknesses of each card. They delve into the mechanics of cards like Gamora's Cross Counter, Bishop's Energy Conversion, and Shadow Cat's Quick Shift, while also addressing the limitations of others like Falcon's Up Up and Away. The conversation highlights the strategic importance of defensive events in gameplay and offers insights into how different heroes utilize these cards effectively. List of Hero defense events (as of Nov 2025) Link to final rankings Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Winning Hand Podcast 03:09 Listener Engagement and Community Feedback 05:58 Deck Building and Recent Gameplay Experiences 08:44 Exploring Dr. Strange and His Mechanics 11:42 Navigating Community Perceptions of Powerful Heroes 14:27 Card of the Day: Shield Block 28:37 Exploring Card Mechanics and Strategies 32:15 Art and Thematic Elements in Gameplay 33:03 Core Set Character Selection and Speculation 38:41 Evaluating the Power of Shield Block 43:21 Fun Factor of Shield Block and Gameplay Dynamics 45:46 Final Ratings and Thoughts on Shield Block 48:48 Defense Event Tier List Discussion 55:15 Evaluating Defensive Events 57:44 The Impact of Card Mechanics 01:00:21 Analyzing Character-Specific Strategies 01:03:45 Comparing Defense Events Across Heroes 01:07:40 Mid-Conversation Reflections 01:10:07 Assessing Vision's Defensive Capabilities 01:12:17 Gambit's Unique Defense Mechanic 01:13:20 Drax's Damage Prevention Strategy 01:16:01 Psylocke's Complex Defense Event 01:18:01 Spectrum's Pulsar Shield Analysis 01:19:17 Shadow Cat: The Greatest Defense Event 01:22:55 Shield Block: A Controversial Defense Card 01:26:02 Shield Maiden: A Limited Defense Option 01:27:46 Tally Ho: Nightcrawler's Unique Defense 01:29:45 Up, Up and Away: A Disqualified Defense Event 01:33:28 Wiggle Room: Ms. Marvel's Versatile Defense 01:39:56 Final Thoughts: Ranking the Defense Events 01:43:48 Outro

In this episode of the Winning Hand Podcast, Boomguy and LazyTitan are joined by returning guest Bananners as they continue the month-long dive deep into Iceman and his cards. The hosts highlight a content creator, Crash Space, who specializes in solo gameplay (linked below). They discuss listener feedback, community events, and Falcon (yikes!) before transitioning to a detailed analysis of the card of the day, Ice Blast. They explore various strategies for deck building, emphasizing the importance of frostbite and synergy among cards. The conversation highlights the evolution of Iceman's popularity and effectiveness, culminating in final thoughts on his role as a hero in the game. Link to Crash Space: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSNGgjqAbwcgCXKE4IZMrBw Boomguy's deck: https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/56644/let-s-kick-some-ice-episode-83-1.0 Bannaners' deck: https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/56645/so-anyway-i-started-blasting-1.0  

In this episode of the Winning Hand podcast, the hosts dive deep into the 3-cost upgrade, Frozen Solid. They engage in a pop quiz with guest Villain Theory, revisit favorite heroes, and discuss listener emails about deck building strategies. The conversation also explores the new Wonder Man character and recent gameplay experiences with various heroes. The episode concludes with an in-depth discussion of the card of the day, Frozen Solid, highlighting its mechanics and potential strategies. The conversation also touches on deck-building strategies and personal experiences with Iceman. VillainTheory's deck: https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/56446/niceman-multiplayer-minion-slayer-1.0 Boomguy's deck: https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/45086/doctor-icelove-3.0 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Winning Hand Podcast 02:22 Deep Dive into Iceman and Frozen Solid 05:13 Pop Quiz with Villain Theory 08:10 Revisiting Villain Theory's Favorite Heroes 10:46 Listener Email Discussion on Wonder Man 13:44 Recent Gameplay Experiences 16:34 Exploring X23 and Sidekick Decks 27:46 Exploring Hero Mechanics: X23 and Drax 29:23 Deck Strategies: Silk and Shuri 34:01 Card of the Day: Frozen Solid 42:21 Power Dynamics: Evaluating Frozen Solid 45:50 Exploring Frozen Solid's Mechanics 47:04 Defensive Strategies with Iceman 49:21 The Value of Frostbites 50:25 Comparing Cards: Frozen Solid vs. Ice Wall 51:58 Ranking Iceman's Cards 54:23 Final Thoughts on Frozen Solid 58:47 Fun Factor of Frozen Solid 01:04:06 Comparing Frozen Solid to Webbed Up 01:07:37 Final Ratings and Thoughts on Iceman 01:12:34 Deck Strategies and Experiences 01:29:34 Outro  

In this episode of the Winning Hand Podcast, the hosts dive deep into the character Iceman from Marvel Champions, exploring his abilities, gameplay strategies, and the thematic elements of his card, Cryokinetic Perception. They are joined by Charr to discuss their personal experiences with the game and analyze the art and design of the card, highlighting its strengths and weaknesses. The conversation also touches on the broader Marvel Champions community and the importance of supporting smaller content creators. The episode concludes with a discussion of two unique Iceman decks, highlighting their different approaches to gameplay and defense. Boomguy's deck: https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/48991/the-indomitable-iceman-1.0 Charr's deck: https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/56192/ready-set-freeze-the-redux-1.0https://marvelcdb.com/deck/view/1031202 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Winning Hand Podcast 01:19 Deep Dive into Iceman 05:44 Meet Charred Gambit 09:28 Charred Gambit's Content Creation Journey 12:08 Recent Gameplay Experiences 18:47 Card of the Day: Cryokinetic Perception 20:19 Iceman's Art and Design 25:33 Thematic Elements of Iceman's Card 29:43 Card Mechanics and Gameplay Strategy 34:19 Deck Building Around Iceman's Card 38:09 Evaluating Card Strength and Fun Factor 40:59 Diving into Ice Slide Mechanics 43:48 Understanding Defensive Strategies in Gameplay 48:14 Final Thoughts on Cryokinetic Perception 52:56 Deck Strategies: Indomitable Iceman 57:40 Deck Strategies: Ready, Set, Freeze Redux

In this episode of the Winning Hand Podcast, we embark on a deep dive into Iceman. We explore his origins, gameplay mechanics, and the significance of his queer identity. The conversation also touches on recent gameplay experiences, character comparisons, and the broader themes of representation within the Marvel universe. The discussion highlights the complexities of Iceman's character, the fun and frustration players experience, and the importance of thematic consistency in character design. We show off some deck lists, showcasing the diversity in gameplay styles for Iceman using three different aspects! Boomguy's deck: https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/55944/tropical-slushie-episode-80-1.0 Scarlet Rhodey's decks: 1. https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/55934/let-s-fight-hydra-1.0 2. https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/55932/queer-team-up-1.0 Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Winning Hand Podcast 02:36 Deep Dive into Iceman 05:26 Recent Gameplay Experiences 08:07 Character Comparisons and Preferences 10:59 The Evolution of Captain America 13:53 Scarlet Roady's Gameplay Insights 16:38 Organizing Cards and Community Preferences 19:43 Deck Strategies and Gameplay Mechanics 22:53 Exploring Iceman's Lore and Background 33:02 The Evolution of Iceman's Character 43:49 Queer Identity and Representation in Comics 48:10 Card Mechanics and Gameplay Discussion 52:12 The Art of Iceman: A Visual Exploration 58:38 Understanding Iceman's Powers and Abilities 01:05:41 Thematic Representation of Frostbite Mechanic 01:13:20 Fun Factor: Iceman's Gameplay Experience 01:23:43 Final Thoughts on Iceman's Effectiveness 01:28:53 Balancing Character Frustrations and Enjoyment 01:30:25 Final Thoughts on Iceman 01:31:29 Thematic Importance in Character Selection 01:33:41 Deck Building Strategies and Challenges 01:39:30 ScarletRhodey's Themed Decks: Trick or Treat 01:47:40 Let's Fight Hydra: A Justice Deck for Iceman  

Hosts share their thrilling experiences at the recent MCDC convention, diving into creative deck-building strategies and gameplay insights. They emphasize originality, memorable moments from multiplayer scenarios, and the fun of experimenting with strategies. Listeners get techniques for designing effective combos and the importance of community engagement. The conversation also highlights their favorite decks, like a Deadpool leadership build and a War Machine aggression list, along with what attendees loved about custom content.

Dive into the exciting world of Marvel Champions as Boomguy and Josseroo dissect the MODOK League and their latest gameplay experiences. They explore the nuances of specific cards, especially the captivating Drop Kick, while analyzing its thematic coherence and evolution. The duo debates the balance of status effects and shares strategies on deck building to maximize effectiveness. With insights on card design and player experience, this conversation is packed with tips for both casual and competitive gamers!

In this episode of the Marvel Champions podcast, host Boomguy and co-host LazyTitan interview Caleb Grace, the (now former) lead designer of Marvel Champions. They discuss Caleb's background in gaming, the upcoming Civil War expansion, and the introduction of player vs player mechanics. Caleb shares insights into the design process, community feedback, and his favorite heroes. The conversation also touches on Caleb's transition to the Star Wars deckbuilding game and the exciting new Mandalorian expansion. Throughout the episode, Caleb emphasizes the importance of fun and empowerment in gaming, encouraging listeners to keep an open mind about new gameplay experiences. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Marvel Champions Podcast 02:49 Caleb Grace's Background and Gaming Preferences 05:41 Transitioning from Marvel Champions to Star Wars Deck Building 08:23 The Civil War Expansion Development Process 11:04 Player vs. Player Mechanics and Influences 13:55 Balancing Competitive Play in Civil War 16:31 Customizable Scenarios and Player Engagement 19:19 Thematic Elements of the Civil War Expansion 22:16 Choosing Leaders and Their Unique Abilities 25:29 Character Development and Unique Play Styles 27:06 Product Reception and Future Prospects 28:06 Pride in Game Design: Civil War vs. Mutant Genesis 31:13 Evolution of Civil War: From Concept to Reality 33:19 Encouraging Open-Mindedness in Players 37:33 Underrated Aspects of Game Design 40:18 Transitioning from LCGs to New Product Lines 47:18 Designing Accessible Games for All Ages 50:44 Expanding the Star Wars Deck Building Universe 55:51 Innovations in Gameplay: Introducing New Modes 59:02 Gratitude and Community in Game Design 01:05:40 Outro  

Summary In this episode of the Winning Hand podcast, hosts Boomguy and LazyTitan are joined by special guest WastelandSniper to discuss the Marvel Champions card game, focusing on the 4-cost ally, Multiple Man. The conversation covers various topics including listener engagement, recent gameplay experiences, and the lore behind Multiple Man. The hosts also share their unique deck strategies built around Multiple Man, showcasing the diversity in deck building even with the same character and aspects.  Boomguy's Deck WastelandSniper's deck Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Winning Hand Podcast 01:26 Meet WastelandSniper: A New Guest's Journey 06:45 Listener Email: Community Engagement and Deck Building 08:30 Recent Plays: Exploring New Decks and Strategies 15:47 Character Spotlight: The Lore of Multiple Man 21:00 The Power of Duplication 21:58 Multiple Man's Background and Associations 23:19 Analyzing the Card: Multiple Man 31:08 Thematic Elements of Multiple Man 35:00 Evaluating the Card's Power and Utility 39:35 The Power of Armor and Allies 41:39 Evaluating Multiple Man's Effectiveness 44:05 Fun Factor of Multiple Man 46:47 Final Ratings and Thoughts on Multiple Man 52:51 Deck Building Strategies with Multiple Man 01:07:25 Outro

Summary In this episode of the Winning Hand Podcast, Boomguy and LazyTitan welcome first-time guest Luke from the One Two Punch Board series. They discuss the upcoming MCDC convention, share insights on deck building, and explore their favorite heroes and scenarios in Marvel Champions. The conversation also includes recommendations for content creators, listener emails about new cards, and a detailed discussion on the card of the day, Toe to Toe, including its artwork and the artists behind it. In this episode, the hosts engage in a detailed discussion about the art and design of various cards in the Marvel Champions game, exploring themes of creativity, controversy, and gameplay mechanics. They critique specific artworks, delve into the thematic elements of card design, and evaluate the power and effectiveness of different cards. The conversation also highlights the fun factor in gameplay and concludes with final thoughts and ratings for the discussed cards. Additionally, the hosts share their innovative deck strategies, showcasing how different heroes can interact with the game mechanics. Boomguy's deck: https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/54592/soviet-savant-episode-77-1.0 Luke's deck: https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/54587/punching-their-pressure-points-1.0 Luke's recently played deck: https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/50245/parental-disguise-1.0 Find Curation Crew here: https://boardgamegeek.com/thread/3576956/curation-crew-batman-hush-first-impressions Greg Land allegations:  Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Winning Hand Podcast 03:31 Guest Introduction and Community Engagement 04:19 Luke's Background and Content Creation 11:05 Favorite Heroes and Play Styles 21:36 Listener Email Discussion on New Characters 29:56 Exploring New Characters and Cards 32:45 Recent Gameplay Experiences 34:34 Deck Building and Strategy 37:13 Card of the Day: Toe to Toe 48:57 Art and Theme Analysis 55:54 Power and Effectiveness of Cards 59:25 Minion Management Strategies 01:02:22 Card Synergies and Gameplay Mechanics 01:05:37 Final Thoughts on Card Effectiveness 01:13:01 Deck Building Insights and Strategies 01:33:47 Outro