

Eternal Durdles
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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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Apr 2, 2024 • 36min
[Video] Dominating the Rescaminator Match-up #mtglegacy
The guys discuss strategies for beating the rescaminator in Legacy. They emphasize the importance of understanding the different axes of the deck and choosing tools that can combat those axes. They also discuss the concept of playing 4D chess and adapting to the metagame. Zac and Phil encourage players to not get attached to specific adaptations and to be aware of the ever-changing metagame.
Takeaways
Understand the different axes of the Scam deck and choose tools that can combat those axes.
Be aware of the metagame and be prepared to adapt your deck and strategy accordingly.
Don't get attached to specific adaptations and be open to trying different strategies.
Stay informed about the top decks in the metagame and be prepared for potential shifts in the metagame.
Sound Bites
Introduction
00:46
Playing Old Man Magic
04:10
Using Chalice of the Void
06:14
Identifying Axes of Scam
08:39
Choosing Tools to Combat Scam
11:19
Adapting in Games 2 and 3
14:13
Not Losing the Lesson
24:16
Pivoting with the Metagame
28:02
Owning Multiple Legacy Decks
31:12
Adapting to the Best Deck
34:25
Conclusion
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Mar 28, 2024 • 32min
Sneak Peaking 3 Thunder Junction Cards
Phil and Zac discuss Jace Reawakened, Tinybones, the Pickpocket, Insatiable Avarice, and Fblthp, Lost of the Rnage from Thunder Junction. They analyze its abilities and potential uses in different decks. They also touch on the mechanics of plot and crime. Phil highlights the mana-fixing aspect of Jace's second ability. They also discuss the timing of playing Jace and the unintended bonus of playing around Daze. They also discuss the card Tinybones, the Pickpocket, and its potential in certain decks, and mention the Insatiable Avarice and its ability to deal damage and draw cards. Finally, they discuss the card Fblthp, Lost on the Range, and its plot ability to cast spells from the top of the deck. Overall, they express excitement for these cards and their potential in the new set.Sound BitesChapters00:00 Introduction and Jace Reawakened01:12 Understanding Crimes04:18 Understanding Plotted Spells06:16 Reviewing Jace, Reawakened08:07 Discussing Suspend and Crimes10:03 Examining Jace, Reawakened in Deeper Detail12:42 Analyzing Tinybones, the Pickpocket26:15 Exploring Fibblethip, Lost on the Range28:08 Upcoming Episodes and Farewell
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Mar 27, 2024 • 32min
[Video] Sneak Peaking 3 Thunder Junction Cards
Phil and Zac discuss Jace Reawakened, Tinybones, the Pickpocket, Insatiable Avarice, and Fblthp, Lost of the Rnage from Thunder Junction. They analyze its abilities and potential uses in different decks. They also touch on the mechanics of plot and crime. Phil highlights the mana-fixing aspect of Jace's second ability. They also discuss the timing of playing Jace and the unintended bonus of playing around Daze. They also discuss the card Tinybones, the Pickpocket, and its potential in certain decks, and mention the Insatiable Avarice and its ability to deal damage and draw cards. Finally, they discuss the card Fblthp, Lost on the Range, and its plot ability to cast spells from the top of the deck. Overall, they express excitement for these cards and their potential in the new set.Sound BitesChapters00:00 Introduction and Jace Reawakened01:12 Understanding Crimes04:18 Understanding Plotted Spells06:16 Reviewing Jace, Reawakened08:07 Discussing Suspend and Crimes10:03 Examining Jace, Reawakened in Deeper Detail12:42 Analyzing Tinybones, the Pickpocket26:15 Exploring Fibblethip, Lost on the Range28:08 Upcoming Episodes and Farewell
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Mar 25, 2024 • 37min
[Video] Did the Banned List Announcement COME TOO EARLY?
Zac wonders if Legacy just needs its own timeline for B&R announcements. In the last couple of years Legacy has been experiencing an influx of cards on the same level with Standard thanks to the increased product cycle of EDH products that skip over Modern/Pioneer/Standard. The hosts discuss the dominance of the Scaminator deck in Legacy and the need for a separate banlist announcement for the format. They explore the concept of sacred cows in Legacy and the cycle of banning symptoms rather than addressing the root causes. The hosts also discuss the challenges of learning to beat top decks and the frustration of constant rotation in the format. They suggest the need for explicit discussions about sacred cows and the importance of format curation. The conversation concludes with predictions about future bans and the impact of Universes Beyond cards.
Takeaways
Legacy needs a separate banlist announcement that focuses solely on the format's needs.
The format's sacred cows, such as Days and Ancient Tomb, should be reevaluated to address the root causes of format health issues.
The constant rotation of top decks and the reliance on transgressive cards create a frustrating and unenjoyable play experience.
Clear communication from Wizards of the Coast about the format's direction and intentions is crucial for the community.
Starting fresh with a new format or addressing the root causes of format issues can lead to a healthier and more enjoyable Legacy experience.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and the Dominance of Scaminator
01:42
Legacy's Need for a Separate Banlist Announcement
03:12
The Sacred Cows of Legacy
05:03
The Cycle of Banning Symptoms
07:23
The Coin Flip of the Format
08:59
The Challenge of Learning to Beat Top Decks
09:16
The Lack of Format Diversity
11:09
The Need for Explicit Sacred Cow Discussion
13:05
The Frustration of Constant Rotation
14:22
The Proletariat's Perspective
16:16
The Urgency to Ban Transgressive Cards
20:26
The Impact of Universes Beyond Cards
22:38
The Importance of Listening to the Community
25:21
The Need for Clear Communication from WotC
27:24
The Challenge of Cheesy Play Patterns
29:20
The Solution of Starting Fresh
31:45
The Prediction of No Bans Until MH3
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Mar 24, 2024 • 37min
Did the Banned List Announcement COME TOO EARLY?
Zac wonders if Legacy just needs its own timeline for B&R announcements. In the last couple of years Legacy has been experiencing an influx of cards on the same level with Standard thanks to the increased product cycle of EDH products that skip over Modern/Pioneer/Standard. The hosts discuss the dominance of the Scaminator deck in Legacy and the need for a separate banlist announcement for the format. They explore the concept of sacred cows in Legacy and the cycle of banning symptoms rather than addressing the root causes. The hosts also discuss the challenges of learning to beat top decks and the frustration of constant rotation in the format. They suggest the need for explicit discussions about sacred cows and the importance of format curation. The conversation concludes with predictions about future bans and the impact of Universes Beyond cards.
Takeaways
Legacy needs a separate banlist announcement that focuses solely on the format's needs.
The format's sacred cows, such as Days and Ancient Tomb, should be reevaluated to address the root causes of format health issues.
The constant rotation of top decks and the reliance on transgressive cards create a frustrating and unenjoyable play experience.
Clear communication from Wizards of the Coast about the format's direction and intentions is crucial for the community.
Starting fresh with a new format or addressing the root causes of format issues can lead to a healthier and more enjoyable Legacy experience.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and the Dominance of Scaminator
01:42
Legacy's Need for a Separate Banlist Announcement
03:12
The Sacred Cows of Legacy
05:03
The Cycle of Banning Symptoms
07:23
The Coin Flip of the Format
08:59
The Challenge of Learning to Beat Top Decks
09:16
The Lack of Format Diversity
11:09
The Need for Explicit Sacred Cow Discussion
13:05
The Frustration of Constant Rotation
14:22
The Proletariat's Perspective
16:16
The Urgency to Ban Transgressive Cards
20:26
The Impact of Universes Beyond Cards
22:38
The Importance of Listening to the Community
25:21
The Need for Clear Communication from WotC
27:24
The Challenge of Cheesy Play Patterns
29:20
The Solution of Starting Fresh
31:45
The Prediction of No Bans Until MH3
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Mar 22, 2024 • 32min
Introduction to Competitive Pauper Commander #PcDH w/ CLAY!
This conversation provides an introduction to the PDH (Pauper EDH) format. It covers the philosophy and unique features of the format, including the deck-building rules and format staples. The conversation also discusses the top decks in the format and the average deck costs. It concludes with information about upcoming PDH tournaments.
Takeaways
PDH is a format that combines elements of Popper and Commander.
The format has its own deck-building rules, including starting at 30 life and 16 commander damage.
PDH is unique in that it considers both casual and competitive play under the same governing body.
The format has a variety of viable decks, with no clear-cut staples.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction
00:37
Overview of PDH Format
01:26
Philosophy of the Format
03:18
Format Staples
04:16
Unique Features of PDH
05:03
Top Decks in the Format
07:28
Deck Costs
09:20
Upcoming Tournaments
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Mar 21, 2024 • 32min
[VIDEO] Introduction to Competitive Pauper Commander #PcDH w/ CLAY!
This conversation provides an introduction to the PDH (Pauper EDH) format. It covers the philosophy and unique features of the format, including the deck-building rules and format staples. The conversation also discusses the top decks in the format and the average deck costs. It concludes with information about upcoming PDH tournaments.
Takeaways
PDH is a format that combines elements of Popper and Commander.
The format has its own deck-building rules, including starting at 30 life and 16 commander damage.
PDH is unique in that it considers both casual and competitive play under the same governing body.
The format has a variety of viable decks, with no clear-cut staples.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction
00:37
Overview of PDH Format
01:26
Philosophy of the Format
03:18
Format Staples
04:16
Unique Features of PDH
05:03
Top Decks in the Format
07:28
Deck Costs
09:20
Upcoming Tournaments
Check out Cleay's Decks!
Syr Konrad Control - https://www.moxfield.com/decks/KWPiWklHzUWERwIFOyVtfQ
Malcolm/Kediss Combo - https://www.moxfield.com/decks/oXbkSrbw1kKMnHJDnhNF3g
Gut/Leader Aggro - https://www.moxfield.com/decks/EBN9baXZ1E64jJWf05OvQw
Gretchen Combo - https://www.moxfield.com/decks/9NynA609AkWFdJim94kKNg
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Mar 18, 2024 • 52min
DRACO BEANPACT?! Top 4 AT SCGPHILLY, Amy Altman BREAKS IT DOWN
Amy Altman discusses her deck choices and experiences in the SCG Philly tournament. She explains the power of Leyline of the Guildpact and the importance of having the correct amount of blue and white cards in the deck.
Amy also shares her matchups against various decks, including Mono Black Reanimator, Mono Red Prison, Cephalid Breakfast, Boros Painting, Lands, and Demiri Animator.
Takaways
The combination of Leyline of the Guildpact and Guildpact Draco provides flexibility and free wins in the deck.
Having the correct amount of blue and white cards allows for effective use of pitch spells.
Doorkeeper Thrall as a powerful sideboard card against certain matchups.
The deck's clock and removal spells make it well-suited against Goblins and Lands decks.
Amy's deck performed well throughout the tournament, with Leyline of the Guildpact being a key card in many matchups.
Strategic sideboarding can disrupt opponents' plans.
Impatience can lead to mistakes and losses
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Mar 18, 2024 • 52min
[VIDEO] DRACO BEANPACT?! Top 4 AT SCGPHILLY, Amy Altman BREAKS IT DOWN
Amy Altman discusses her deck choices and experiences in the SCG Philly tournament. She explains the power of Leyline of the Guildpact and the importance of having the correct amount of blue and white cards in the deck.
Amy also shares her matchups against various decks, including Mono Black Reanimator, Mono Red Prison, Cephalid Breakfast, Boros Painting, Lands, and Demiri Animator.
Takaways
The combination of Leyline of the Guildpact and Guildpact Draco provides flexibility and free wins in the deck.
Having the correct amount of blue and white cards allows for effective use of pitch spells.
Doorkeeper Thrall as a powerful sideboard card against certain matchups.
The deck's clock and removal spells make it well-suited against Goblins and Lands decks.
Amy's deck performed well throughout the tournament, with Leyline of the Guildpact being a key card in many matchups.
Strategic sideboarding can disrupt opponents' plans.
Impatience can lead to mistakes and losses
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Mar 15, 2024 • 1h 11min
[VIDEO] SCG PHILLY: What MTG Events are now?
The hosts discuss their experiences at SCGCon and the challenges they faced. They also review their predictions for the top eight and analyze the metagame. The conversation highlights the frustration of limited space and the impact it had on the event. The hosts share their tournament experiences and interview other players. Overall, the episode provides insights into the SCGCon event and the legacy metagame. The hosts review their tournament experiences and discuss the metagame breakdown and potential adaptations. They highlight the importance of playing real decks and practicing online. They also discuss the concept of curve compression and the need for redundancy in deck construction. The hosts touch on the performance of specific players and the potential for bans in the format. They conclude by emphasizing the need for a more homogenized approach to deck construction in order to compete in the current metagame.Takeaways
Limited space and overcrowding at events can negatively impact the experience for players.
Predicting the top eight in a tournament can be challenging, but analyzing the metagame can provide valuable insights.
Blood Moon decks were prevalent in the SCGCon legacy metagame.
Practice and preparation are crucial for success in competitive events.
Interviews with other players can provide additional perspectives and insights.
Chapters00:00Introduction and Snapshot of the SCG Metagame08:16Predictions for the Top Eight12:05Challenges and Frustrations at SCGCon21:30Interview with Chris Benucci25:41Interview with Anon27:00Phil's Tournament Experience29:57Mistakes and Tournament Structure31:23Tournament Hopes and IDing34:01Match against Amy and Tough Matchup36:07Match against Mono Black Scaminator38:47Match against Budget Storm40:46Leaving the Tournament43:41Metagame Breakdown and Adaptations45:46Playing Real Decks and Practicing Online49:34Potential Bans and Format Cleanup52:42Curve Compression and Redundancy55:26David Marchese's Performance56:47Lowering the Format and Homogenization