Limited Level-Ups

By Alex Nikolic

What's Limited Level-Ups about?

Limited Level-Ups is a Magic: The Gathering podcast that aims to get you better at limited Magic. Tune in each week as Alex (Chord_O_Calls) delivers a deep dive level-up on a specific topic related to drafting and sealed

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Limited Level-Ups episodes:

04.27.2024
Limited Level-Ups 170: Outlaws Of Thunder Junction Card Evaluation/Archetype Deep Dive!
Context is everything in this synergy driven draft format! Join me as we talk about the good, the bad, and the cards you can make work with just a bit of love. Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord:...
04.20.2024
Limited Level-Ups 169: Outlaws Of Thunder Junction State of the Format Address!
After a week of drafts, we dive into the best cards, decks, and strats in Thunder Junction draft! Alex's 17lands.com Tier list: https://www.17lands.com/tier_list/a5c17edddaea4680a28126dae2a5178f Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord: bit.ly/jointhedischord Limited Level-Ups Podcast:https://limitedlevelups.libsyn.com/ Alex's Coaching Email: [email protected]
04.10.2024
Outlaws Of Thunder Junction: Rares, Mythics, and Bonus Sheet Cards!
Alex (Chord_O_Calls) and Former Pro Marc Anderson review all the rares, mythics, and bonus sheet cards in Outlaws Of Thunder Junction! Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord: bit.ly/jointhedischord Limited Level-Ups Podcast:https://limitedlevelups.libsyn.com/ Alex's Coaching Email: [email protected]
04.09.2024
Outlaws Of Thunder Junction: Common/Uncommon Set Review!
Alex (Chord_O_Calls) and Former Pro Marc Anderson review all the commons and uncommons in Outlaws Of Thunder Junction! Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord: bit.ly/jointhedischord Limited Level-Ups Podcast:https://limitedlevelups.libsyn.com/ Alex's Coaching Email: [email protected]
04.01.2024
Limited Level-Ups 168: Outlaws of Thunder Junction Initial Impressions!
Our first bit of Outlaws of Thunder Junction content! Join me for my initial impressions of what's going on in this set Limited Level-Ups Patreon: patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord: bit.ly/jointhedischord Limited Level-Ups Podcast:https://limitedlevelups.libsyn.com/ Alex's Coaching Email: [email protected] Alex's Stream...
03.27.2024
Limited Level-Ups 167: How I've Stayed Winning in Karlov Manor Draft!
I've had a late format spike in winrate in Karlov Manor draft winning at 70% in my past 15 drafts. Join me as I share some ideas and tips so that you can rack up the wins as well! ...
03.19.2024
Limited Level-Ups 166: War of the Spark Draft Guide!
War of the Spark is an awesome format, and it's back this week on MTGA! Whether you've never drafted it before or you just looking for a refresher, join us for a breakdown of big-picture ideas and top commons. ...
03.08.2024
Limited Level-Ups 165: PT Chicago Draft Testing with Top 16 Player Jason Ye!
Jason Ye joins me for a recap of a successful Pro Tour run, as well as thoughts about testing for high-level draft events! Limited Level-Ups Patreon: patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord: bit.ly/jointhedischord Limited Level-Ups Podcast:https://limitedlevelups.libsyn.com/ Alex's Coaching Email: [email protected] Alex's...
03.03.2024
Limited Level-Ups 164: Murders at Karlov Manor Gameplay Level-Up!
Gameplay is tough! In this episode, we talk about the 3 "puzzles" that you need to solve for be good at gameplay in this format Limited Level-Ups Patreon: patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord: bit.ly/jointhedischord Limited Level-Ups Podcast:https://limitedlevelups.libsyn.com/ Alex's Coaching Email:...
02.23.2024
Limited Level-Ups 163: Murders at Karlov Manor Card Evaluation Deep Dive!
Context is everything in this synergy driven draft format! Join me as we talk about the good, the bad, and the cards you can make work with just a bit of love Limited Level-Ups Patreon: patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord:...
02.17.2024
Limited Level-Ups 162: Murders at Karlov Manor State of the Format Address!
After a week of drafts, we dive into the best cards, decks, and strats in MKM draft! Alex's 17lands.com Tier list: https://www.17lands.com/tier_list/a5c17edddaea4680a28126dae2a5178f Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord: bit.ly/jointhedischord Limited Level-Ups Podcast:https://limitedlevelups.libsyn.com/ Alex's Coaching Email: [email protected]
02.07.2024
Limited Level-Ups 161: Murders at Karlov Manor Set Overview!
Your one stop shop for Murders at Karlov Manor draft preparation! We'll point you towards the best cards and archetypes + tips and tricks for your first drafts. Alex's 17lands.com Tier list: https://www.17lands.com/tier_list/a5c17edddaea4680a28126dae2a5178f Limited Level-Ups Patreon:...
02.01.2024
Murders at Karlov Manor: Rare, Mythics, and The List Set Review!
Alex (Chord_O_Calls) and Former Pro Marc Anderson review all the Rare, Mythics, and The List in Murders at Karlov Manor! Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord: bit.ly/jointhedischord Limited Level-Ups Podcast:https://limitedlevelups.libsyn.com/ Alex's Coaching Email: [email protected]
01.31.2024
Murders at Karlov Manor: Common/Uncommon Set Review!
Alex (Chord_O_Calls) and Former Pro Marc Anderson review all the commons and uncommons in Murders at Karlov Manor! Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord: bit.ly/jointhedischord Limited Level-Ups Podcast:https://limitedlevelups.libsyn.com/ Alex's Coaching Email: [email protected]
01.27.2024
Limited Level-Ups 160: How CONSTRUCTED can make you a better LIMITED player
Constructed??? How dare we! This week I'm joined by Limited expert turned Constructed expert Jonatan Nahnfeldt to talk about how playing constructed can make you a better and more well-rounded limited player. Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups...
01.19.2024
Limited Level-Ups 159: Ixalan Arena Open Prep-Guide!
In preparation for this weekend's Arena open event, we're taking one last trip back to Ixalan! Join me as we talk where the draft meta has landed, a deep dive on how to draft black, and some underrated cards to...
01.16.2024
Limited Level-Ups 158: The Props and Slops of 2023 Limited!
2023 was a pretty good year for limited, but it also had it's fair share of misses. Join me as I revisit each set from 2023 and talk about the things each set got right (the props) and what I...
01.05.2024
Limited Level-Ups 157: Ravnica Remastered Draft Primer!
A sweet new supplimental draftset is coming to LGSs (and MTGO!) soon, come check out my breakdown of what's going on in Ravnica Remastered! Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord: bit.ly/jointhedischord Limited Level-Ups Podcast:https://limitedlevelups.libsyn.com/ Alex's Coaching...
12.23.2023
Limited Level-Ups 156: Khans, Stats, and a Limited Chat, With Neal Oliver!
Neal Oliver guests this week! We talk about Khans of tarkir, LCI, 17lands, and a bunch of one off limited related topics. Limited Level-Ups Patreon: patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord: bit.ly/jointhedischord Limited Level-Ups Podcast:https://limitedlevelups.libsyn.com/ Alex's Coaching Email: [email protected]
12.16.2023
Limited Level-Ups 155: Commons of Tarkir!
Khans of Tarkir had a lot of commons that look BAD, but are there ways to make them good? There sure are! On this one we dive into niche commons to pay attention to when the packs run dry. ...
12.06.2023
Limited Level-Ups 154: Khans of Tarkir Format Breakdown!
Khans of Tarkir is an awesome format, and it's back this month on MTGA! Whether you've never drafted it before or you just looking for a refresher, join us for a breakdown of big-picture ideas and archetypes. Limited...
11.25.2023
Limited Level-Ups 153: Lost Caverns of Ixalan State of the Format Address!
After a week of drafts, we talk more in-depth about how to draft Lost Caverns of Ixalan with big picture ideas, an overview of the colors, and a look at the best decks! Alex's 17lands Tier list: https://www.17lands.com/tier_list/b8dad7059ff24da28da636a1c50da7e8 ...
11.22.2023
Why Is This Card So Good!?: A Look at the Underrated Commons In Ixalan
So many tough to evaluate cards in this set! Stay tuned as we dive into the story behind what makes these draft commons so good. Alex's 17lands Tier list: https://www.17lands.com/tier_list/b8dad7059ff24da28da636a1c50da7e8 Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord:...
11.14.2023
Limited Level-Ups 152: Lost Caverns of Ixalan Set Overview!
Your one stop shop for Lost Caverns of Ixalan draft preperation! A distilled version of a set review focusing on big picture ideas, key cards, and archetypes, come take an early look at Ixalan as I share my full set...
11.09.2023
Lost Caverns of Ixalan: Rare/Mythic Set Review!
Alex (Chord_O_Calls) and Former Pro Marc Anderson review all the rares and mythics in Lost Caverns of Ixalan! Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord: bit.ly/jointhedischord Limited Level-Ups Podcast:https://limitedlevelups.libsyn.com/ Alex's Coaching Email: [email protected]
11.08.2023
Lost Caverns of Ixalan: Common/Uncommon Set Review!
Alex (Chord_O_Calls) and Former Pro Marc Anderson review all the commons and uncommons in Lost Caverns of Ixalan! Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord: bit.ly/jointhedischord Limited Level-Ups Podcast:https://limitedlevelups.libsyn.com/ Alex's Coaching Email: [email protected]
11.01.2023
Limited Level-Ups 151: How to Train your Magic Intuition!
What's the difference between a good player and a bad player? Mostly intuition! Training your intuition seems like a tall order, but it's easier than you might think! Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord: bit.ly/jointhedischord Limited Level-Ups...
10.23.2023
Limited Level-Ups 150: Limited Mythbusters! The Truth Behind the Things Limited Players Say
"Math is for Blockers" "Greed is Good" "I Flooded and Lost!" Are all common things you hear limited Magic players say, but how much truth is behind them? In this episode, we find out! Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups ...
10.17.2023
Bonus Episode: Let's Talk About Play Boosters
The announcement of Play Boosters is a big one for us limited players! Join me as I talk out my initial thoughts on them. Maro's Article: https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/mtg-arena/play-boosters-on-mtg-arena Sierkovitz Twitter Thread: https://twitter.com/Sierkovitz/status/1713968206556102715 Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups L imited Level-Ups...
10.11.2023
Limited Level-Ups 149: Wilds of Eldraine Gameplay Level-Up!
Gameplay is tough! In this episode, I review a handful of cards in WOE and talk about best practices when playing with/ against them, small edges you can gain, and touch on some broadly applicable ideas along the way. ...
09.30.2023
Limited Level-Ups 148: Tournament Report and WOE Tips with Vegas 100K Sealed Winner Jason Ye!
The Vegas 100K event is over and we have the winner, Jason Ye is on this week to talk about the event! Alex's 17lands Tier list: https://www.17lands.com/tier_list/65a50dee5a70418f89c00913c559b768 Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord: bit.ly/jointhedischord Limited Level-Ups Podcast:https://limitedlevelups.libsyn.com/...
09.21.2023
Limited Level-Ups 147: Magiccon Vegas Prep! Sealed + Drafting GW and UB
Alex is preparing for the 100K WOE limited event in Vegas! Come check out sealed strats + a talk about some of the more underrated archetypes. Alex's 17lands Tier list: https://www.17lands.com/tier_list/65a50dee5a70418f89c00913c559b768 Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord:...
09.15.2023
Limited Level-Ups 146: Wilds of Eldraine State of the Format Address!
After a week of drafts, we talk more in-depth about how to draft Wilds of Eldraine with big picture ideas, an overview of the colors, and a look at the best decks Alex's 17lands Tier list: https://www.17lands.com/tier_list/65a50dee5a70418f89c00913c559b768 ...
09.05.2023
Limited Level-Ups 145: Wilds of Eldraine Set Overview!
Our set overview episode for Wilds of Eldraine! A distilled version of a set review focusing on big picture ideas, key cards, and archetypes, come take an early look at Wilds of Eldraine as I share my full set analysis....
08.30.2023
Wilds Of Eldraine: Rare, Mythic & Bonus Sheet Set Review!
Alex (Chord_O_Calls) and Former Pro Marc Anderson review all the Rares, Mythics, and bonus sheet cards in Wilds of Eldraine! Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord: bit.ly/jointhedischord Limited Level-Ups Podcast:https://limitedlevelups.libsyn.com/ Alex's Coaching Email: [email protected]
08.29.2023
Wilds Of Eldraine: Common/Uncommon Set Review!
Alex (Chord_O_Calls) and Former Pro Marc Anderson review all the commons and uncommons in Wilds of Eldraine! Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord: bit.ly/jointhedischord Limited Level-Ups Podcast:https://limitedlevelups.libsyn.com/ Alex's Coaching Email: [email protected]
08.25.2023
Limited Level-Ups 144: 2023 Arena Cube Breakdown!
With an Cube arena open coming up this weekend we take a deep drive in how to draft the Arena Cube! Alex's 17lands Lord of the Rings Tier list: https://www.17lands.com/tier_list/aa685e825b12489a83f081dec8dc308d Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups...
08.19.2023
Limited Level-Ups 143: Getting the Most out of Magic's Resources, with Sierkovitz!
The one and only Sierkovitz joins me to talk about the numbers behind Magic's Resources systems, as well as some Lord of the Rings Quick Hits! Sierkovitz's Magic Numbers Seminar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPhrtvHwcvU&ab;_channel=Sierkovitz Alex's 17lands Lord of the...
08.09.2023
Limited Level-Ups 142: A 17lands.com Level-Up!
17lands.com is an invaluable tool for drafters, but can bit a bit daunting to use. Join me as I talk about how I personally use 17lands and the places to look on the website if you're looking to use it...
08.01.2023
Limited Level-Ups 141: The 2023 Card Evaluation Level-Up
Card evaluation is one of the most important skills in limited, and the baselines for what makes a good cards changes over the years. Come join me as we dive into what you should expect for the mana you're paying...
07.22.2023
Limited Level-Ups 140: Tears or Cheers? A Conversation about Tierlists with Marc Anderson!
The use of tierlists in limited is a contentious topic, join me and former pro Marc Anderson as we talk about the advantages and traps of using tierlists while drafting and deckbuilding Alex's 17lands Lord of the Rings Tier...
07.17.2023
Limited Level-Ups 139: Lord of the Rings Gameplay Level-Up!
Gameplay is tough! In this episode, I review a handful of cards in Lord of the Rings and talk about best practices when playing with/ against them, small edges you can gain, and touch on some broadly applicable ideas along...
07.10.2023
Limited Level-Ups 138: Lord of the Rings Metagame Update + Underrated Archetypes/Cards
We're on week two of the format and the draft meta has shifted! Come check out important format talking points now that Red and Black are more contested. Alex's 17lands Tier list: https://www.17lands.com/tier_list/aa685e825b12489a83f081dec8dc308d Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited...
06.29.2023
Limited Level-Ups 137: Lord of the Rings State of the Format Address
After a week of drafts, we talk more in-depth about how to draft Lord of the rings with Big Picture ideas, an overview of the colors, and a look at the best decks Alex's 17lands Tier list: https://www.17lands.com/tier_list/aa685e825b12489a83f081dec8dc308d...
06.19.2023
Limited Level-Ups 136: Lord of the Rings Set Overview!
Our set overview episode for Lord of the Rings! A distilled version of a set review focusing on big picture ideas, key cards, and archetypes, come take an early look at Lord of thr Rings as I share my full...
06.14.2023
Lord of the Rings: Rare/Mythic Set Review!
Alex (Chord_O_Calls) and Former Pro Marc Anderson review all the rares and mythics in Lord of the Rings! Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord: bit.ly/jointhedischord Limited Level-Ups Podcast:https://limitedlevelups.libsyn.com/ Alex's Coaching Email: [email protected]
06.13.2023
Lord of the RIngs: Common/Uncommon Set Review!
Alex (Chord_O_Calls) and Former Pro Marc Anderson review all the commons and uncommons in Lord of the Rings! This is part 1, check out part 2 by visiting the channel. Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord: bit.ly/jointhedischord Limited Level-Ups...
06.08.2023
Limited Level-Ups 135: Lessons Learned From March of the Machine!
Every format teaches something! This episode, Alex shares his own lessons from a card evaluation, drafting, and gameplay perspective, as well as some lessons from the community. Limited Level-Ups Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/limitedlevelups Limited Level-Ups Discord: bit.ly/jointhedischord Limited Level-Ups Podcast:https://limitedlevelups.libsyn.com/ Alex's Coaching...
05.27.2023
Limited Level-Ups 134: The Live Listener Q + A Session!
This week I asked the listeners to throw their toughest questions about limited at me and they sure delivered! Join as we get into some great general questions as well as dive into some real nitty gritty Limited Level-Ups...
05.22.2023
Limited Level-Ups 133: The Fundamentals Of Limited Deckbuilding
Ever wonder why good players can seem to win with anything? In part It's because their deckbuilding fundamentals are so good! Join me as I walk through the fundamentals (and the advanced fundamentals) of building your deck in limited ...

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Limited Level-Ups episodes:

Limited Level-Ups 170: Outlaws Of Thunder Junction Card Evaluation/Archetype Deep Dive!

Limited Level-Ups 169: Outlaws Of Thunder Junction State of the Format Address!

Outlaws Of Thunder Junction: Rares, Mythics, and Bonus Sheet Cards!

Outlaws Of Thunder Junction: Common/Uncommon Set Review!

Limited Level-Ups 168: Outlaws of Thunder Junction Initial Impressions!

Limited Level-Ups 167: How I've Stayed Winning in Karlov Manor Draft!

Limited Level-Ups 166: War of the Spark Draft Guide!

Limited Level-Ups 165: PT Chicago Draft Testing with Top 16 Player Jason Ye!

Limited Level-Ups 164: Murders at Karlov Manor Gameplay Level-Up!

Limited Level-Ups 163: Murders at Karlov Manor Card Evaluation Deep Dive!

Limited Level-Ups 162: Murders at Karlov Manor State of the Format Address!

Limited Level-Ups 161: Murders at Karlov Manor Set Overview!

Murders at Karlov Manor: Rare, Mythics, and The List Set Review!

Murders at Karlov Manor: Common/Uncommon Set Review!

Limited Level-Ups 160: How CONSTRUCTED can make you a better LIMITED player

Limited Level-Ups 159: Ixalan Arena Open Prep-Guide!

Limited Level-Ups 158: The Props and Slops of 2023 Limited!

Limited Level-Ups 157: Ravnica Remastered Draft Primer!

Limited Level-Ups 156: Khans, Stats, and a Limited Chat, With Neal Oliver!

Limited Level-Ups 155: Commons of Tarkir!

Limited Level-Ups 154: Khans of Tarkir Format Breakdown!

Limited Level-Ups 153: Lost Caverns of Ixalan State of the Format Address!

Why Is This Card So Good!?: A Look at the Underrated Commons In Ixalan

Limited Level-Ups 152: Lost Caverns of Ixalan Set Overview!

Lost Caverns of Ixalan: Rare/Mythic Set Review!

Lost Caverns of Ixalan: Common/Uncommon Set Review!

Limited Level-Ups 151: How to Train your Magic Intuition!

Limited Level-Ups 150: Limited Mythbusters! The Truth Behind the Things Limited Players Say

Bonus Episode: Let's Talk About Play Boosters

Limited Level-Ups 149: Wilds of Eldraine Gameplay Level-Up!

Limited Level-Ups 148: Tournament Report and WOE Tips with Vegas 100K Sealed Winner Jason Ye!

Limited Level-Ups 147: Magiccon Vegas Prep! Sealed + Drafting GW and UB

Limited Level-Ups 146: Wilds of Eldraine State of the Format Address!

Limited Level-Ups 145: Wilds of Eldraine Set Overview!

Wilds Of Eldraine: Rare, Mythic & Bonus Sheet Set Review!

Wilds Of Eldraine: Common/Uncommon Set Review!

Limited Level-Ups 144: 2023 Arena Cube Breakdown!

Limited Level-Ups 143: Getting the Most out of Magic's Resources, with Sierkovitz!

Limited Level-Ups 142: A 17lands.com Level-Up!

Limited Level-Ups 141: The 2023 Card Evaluation Level-Up

Limited Level-Ups 140: Tears or Cheers? A Conversation about Tierlists with Marc Anderson!

Limited Level-Ups 139: Lord of the Rings Gameplay Level-Up!

Limited Level-Ups 138: Lord of the Rings Metagame Update + Underrated Archetypes/Cards

Limited Level-Ups 137: Lord of the Rings State of the Format Address

Limited Level-Ups 136: Lord of the Rings Set Overview!

Lord of the Rings: Rare/Mythic Set Review!

Lord of the RIngs: Common/Uncommon Set Review!

Limited Level-Ups 135: Lessons Learned From March of the Machine!

Limited Level-Ups 134: The Live Listener Q + A Session!

Limited Level-Ups 133: The Fundamentals Of Limited Deckbuilding