

Eternal Durdles
EternalDurdles
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Eternal Durdles is a weekly Magic: the Gathering podcast focusing on the Legacy format. Hosted by long-time MTG veterans Zac Clark and Phil Blechman.
Eternal Durdles is a weekly Magic: the Gathering podcast focusing on the Legacy format. Hosted by long-time MTG veterans Zac Clark and Phil Blechman.
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Aug 14, 2025 • 36min
The Hard Truth of Rules of Legacy Deckbuilding!
In this conversation, Zac Clark and ForceofPhil delve into the intricacies of brewing in the Legacy format of Magic: The Gathering. They discuss the foundational concepts of 'walls' and 'pillars' that define the boundaries of deck building, the impact of new cards from Edge of Eternities, and the evolving metagame. The duo emphasizes the importance of instant speed removal and the strategic implications of Thoughtseize in deck construction. They also explore the significance of having backup plans in deck strategies, particularly in the context of the current competitive landscape.

Aug 14, 2025 • 36min
The Hard Truth of Rules of Legacy Deckbuilding!
In this conversation, Zac Clark and ForceofPhil delve into the intricacies of brewing in the Legacy format of Magic: The Gathering. They discuss the foundational concepts of 'walls' and 'pillars' that define the boundaries of deck building, the impact of new cards from Edge of Eternities, and the evolving metagame. The duo emphasizes the importance of instant speed removal and the strategic implications of Thoughtseize in deck construction. They also explore the significance of having backup plans in deck strategies, particularly in the context of the current competitive landscape.

Aug 13, 2025 • 39min
Bryon Wackwitz: On Early MTG ART, L5R, DoomTown, and Sorcery
Zac interviews Bryon Wackwitzon the early days of Magic: The Gathering, the evolution of fantasy art, the fantasy art industry and the impact of the Artists on Wizards of the Coast. He shares share personal stories about his experiences in the gaming community, the challenges faced by artists, and the importance of CCGs in the evolution of Fantasy Art. Bryon reflects on how the landscape of gaming has changed over the years and shres some unspoken stories from MTG's Past.

Aug 13, 2025 • 39min
Bryon Wackwitz: On Early MTG ART, L5R, DoomTown, and Sorcery
Zac interviews Bryon Wackwitzon the early days of Magic: The Gathering, the evolution of fantasy art, the fantasy art industry and the impact of the Artists on Wizards of the Coast. He shares share personal stories about his experiences in the gaming community, the challenges faced by artists, and the importance of CCGs in the evolution of Fantasy Art. Bryon reflects on how the landscape of gaming has changed over the years and shres some unspoken stories from MTG's Past.

Aug 6, 2025 • 30min
SORCERY TCG: Enchantress Deck Tech 7-1 CornerStone Winner
Zac Clark provides an in-depth breakdown of his Enchantress deck used in a recent tournament. He discusses the unique aspects of the deck, its strategy, key cards, and interactions, as well as insights gained from playing against various opponents. Zac emphasizes the importance of understanding the meta, resource management, and adapting strategies based on the opponent's deck. He shares his experiences and lessons learned throughout the tournament, highlighting the deck's strengths and potential adjustments for future play.

Aug 6, 2025 • 30min
SORCERY TCG: Enchantress Deck Tech 7-1 CornerStone Winner
Zac Clark provides an in-depth breakdown of his Enchantress deck used in a recent tournament. He discusses the unique aspects of the deck, its strategy, key cards, and interactions, as well as insights gained from playing against various opponents. Zac emphasizes the importance of understanding the meta, resource management, and adapting strategies based on the opponent's deck. He shares his experiences and lessons learned throughout the tournament, highlighting the deck's strengths and potential adjustments for future play.

Aug 5, 2025 • 31min
SUPER Secret TECH For Winning Big Events Revealed!
The guys discuss a recent eight-round tournament, noting how Zac took the patented ETERNAL DURDLES PRACTICE METHOD into a non Magic Event and was able to effectively out Practice the field. They contrast the Sorcery event with previous Legacy and Premodern events, highlighting how their preparation demands this specific strategy to truly shine. According to them, it's a vindication of the way that they have been prepping for major events.= in the last year.

Aug 5, 2025 • 31min
SUPER Secret TECH For Winning Big Events Revealed!
The guys discuss a recent eight-round tournament, noting how Zac took the patented ETERNAL DURDLES PRACTICE METHOD into a non Magic Event and was able to effectively out Practice the field. They contrast the Sorcery event with previous Legacy and Premodern events, highlighting how their preparation demands this specific strategy to truly shine. According to them, it's a vindication of the way that they have been prepping for major events.= in the last year.

Jul 30, 2025 • 43min
What Are the Power 9 Cards in PreModern Magic?
Zac Clark and Adam delve into the concept of the Power 9 in the context of PreModern Magic: The Gathering. They explore the criteria for defining these iconic cards, discussing their power levels, utility, and the impact they have on gameplay. The discussion covers various categories of cards, including mana acceleration, tempo, and card advantage, while also considering the importance of enablers in the format. The conversation culminates in a proposed Power 12, highlighting the significance of each card in shaping the PreModern landscape.

Jul 30, 2025 • 43min
What Are the Power 9 Cards in PreModern Magic?
Zac Clark and Adam delve into the concept of the Power 9 in the context of PreModern Magic: The Gathering. They explore the criteria for defining these iconic cards, discussing their power levels, utility, and the impact they have on gameplay. The discussion covers various categories of cards, including mana acceleration, tempo, and card advantage, while also considering the importance of enablers in the format. The conversation culminates in a proposed Power 12, highlighting the significance of each card in shaping the PreModern landscape.