Eternal Durdles

Zac and Phil discuss the evolving landscape of control decks in legacy, focusing on the declining viability of Terminus in the current meta. They explore alternative strategies, including the use of Dress Down and the potential pivot to Dreadnought as a response to the changing dynamics of the game. In this conversation, Zac and Phil delve into the intricacies of building and adapting control decks in Legacy, particularly focusing on the role of Mystic Sanctuary, sideboarding strategies, and the importance of resilience against various meta threats. They discuss the synergy of cards like Consigned to Memory and the potential of Dreadnought as a fast threat, emphasizing the need for adaptability in deck construction and gameplay.

Zac and Phil discuss the evolving landscape of control decks in Legacy, focusing on the declining viability of Terminus in the current meta. They explore alternative strategies, including the use of Dress Down and the potential pivot to Dreadnought as a response to the changing dynamics of the game. In this conversation, Zac and Phil delve into the intricacies of building and adapting control decks in Legacy, particularly focusing on the role of Mystic Sanctuary, sideboarding strategies, and the importance of resilience against various meta threats. They discuss the synergy of cards like Consigned to Memory and the potential of Dreadnought as a fast threat, emphasizing the need for adaptability in deck construction and gameplay.

Zac and Phil delve into various themes including capitalism, personal experiences with Magic Mind, and the current state of control decks in Magic: The Gathering. They discuss the evolution of the meta, the challenges faced by control decks, and explore the idea of building a low-curve control deck that can function effectively in a fast-paced environment. The conversation highlights the importance of development and compression in the game, and how these factors influence deck strategies. www.magicmind.com/DurdlesJan Takeaways The episode reflects on capitalism and its flaws. Magic Mind has helped Phil achieve consistency in energy levels. Control decks are struggling in the current meta. Development and compression are key issues for control decks. Tempo decks may offer a new approach to control strategies. Building a low-curve control deck presents unique challenges. The format is evolving with new strategies and deck types. Days Wasteland is a significant factor in the current meta. Players need to adapt to the fast-paced environment. The conversation emphasizes the importance of agency in gameplay. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Roots of the Podcast 03:50 The Current Meta and Control Decks 12:44 Development and Control Deck Strategies 18:51 Theory Crafting a New Control Deck 25:23 Exploring New Tools for Control 32:54 Final Thoughts on Control 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

Zac and Phil delve into various themes including capitalism, personal experiences with Magic Mind, and the current state of control decks in Magic: The Gathering. They discuss the evolution of the meta, the challenges faced by control decks, and explore the idea of building a low-curve control deck that can function effectively in a fast-paced environment. The conversation highlights the importance of development and compression in the game, and how these factors influence deck strategies. Takeaways The episode reflects on capitalism and its flaws. Magic Mind has helped Phil achieve consistency in energy levels. Control decks are struggling in the current meta. Development and compression are key issues for control decks. Tempo decks may offer a new approach to control strategies. Building a low-curve control deck presents unique challenges. The format is evolving with new strategies and deck types. Days Wasteland is a significant factor in the current meta. Players need to adapt to the fast-paced environment. The conversation emphasizes the importance of agency in gameplay. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Roots of the Podcast 03:50 The Current Meta and Control Decks 12:44 Development and Control Deck Strategies 18:51 Theory Crafting a New Control Deck 25:23 Exploring New Tools for Control 32:54 Final Thoughts on Control 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

Zac and Phil dive deep into the current state of the Legacy metagame, focusing on the Delver archetype. Zac shares his personal journey of returning to Delver after a long hiatus, discussing the deck's strategies, card choices, and the evolution of gameplay. The conversation also touches on the effectiveness of various cards, including Questing Druid and the debate between Counterbalance and Power Balance. www.magicmind.com/DurdlesJan

Zac and Phil dive deep into the current state of the Legacy metagame, focusing on the Delver archetype. Zac shares his personal journey of returning to Delver after a long hiatus, discussing the deck's strategies, card choices, and the evolution of gameplay. The conversation also touches on the effectiveness of various cards, including Questing Druid and the debate between Counterbalance and Power Balance. www.magicmind.com/DurdlesJan

Zac and Phil delve into the evolving landscape of Legacy Magic, discussing the impact of old tech like Suppression Field. They explore ongoing debate about the necessity of fetch lands in competitive play. The conversation highlights the importance of adapting to a fast-paced metagame and the potential for new control strategies without relying on traditional fetch land mechanics. www.magicmind.com/DurdlesJan

Zac and Phil delve into the evolving landscape of Legacy Magic, discussing the impact of old tech like Suppression Field. They explore ongoing debate about the necessity of fetch lands in competitive play. The conversation highlights the importance of adapting to a fast-paced metagame and the potential for new control strategies without relying on traditional fetch land mechanics. www.magicmind.com/DurdlesJan

Zac and Phil delve into the need for change in gaming formats, particularly in the context of competitive gaming and the influence of content creators. They discuss the current state of Legacy, the impact of data on decision-making regarding bans, and analyze the current meta. The conversation also touches on the evolution of deck strategies and the historical shifts in gameplay dynamics. In this conversation, Phil and Zac explore the evolving landscape of Legacy Magic: The Gathering, discussing the decline of control decks, the rise of tempo and combo archetypes, and the community's role in shaping the format's future. They delve into the implications of recent bans, the speed of the game, and the need for a clear philosophical framework to guide the design and acceptance of various deck archetypes. Distraction Makers: The Internet is Eating Competitive Games Alive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zOaigd5Deyw

Zac and Phil delve into the need for change in gaming formats, particularly in the context of competitive gaming and the influence of content creators. They discuss the current state of Legacy, the impact of data on decision-making regarding bans, and analyze the current meta. The conversation also touches on the evolution of deck strategies and the historical shifts in gameplay dynamics. In this conversation, Phil and Zac explore the evolving landscape of Legacy Magic: The Gathering, discussing the decline of control decks, the rise of tempo and combo archetypes, and the community's role in shaping the format's future. They delve into the implications of recent bans, the speed of the game, and the need for a clear philosophical framework to guide the design and acceptance of various deck archetypes. Distraction Makers: The Internet is Eating Competitive Games Alive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zOaigd5Deyw