Exploring Unique Strategies and Formats in Flesh and Blood - Featuring Jason Rolfe In episode 12 of Break Points, the hosts are joined by guest Jason Rolf to discuss various aspects of playing Flesh and Blood. The conversation covers their experiences in recent tournaments, including the world premiere in Montreal and the calling in Copenhagen. Jason shares insights on drafting strategies, especially when dealing with new card sets, and the importance of thinking outside the box when it comes to deck construction. The hosts also delve into the new Living Legend format for the upcoming World Championships and debate its impact compared to limited formats. They touch on various testing strategies, the evolution of the game, and their own hobbies outside of Flesh and Blood. The episode is filled with practical advice, intriguing anecdotes, and a bit of banter among the hosts. 00:00 Introduction and Welcoming Jason Rolfe 00:37 Sam's Moving Plans and Weekend Activities 01:31 Weekly Flesh and Blood Updates 02:57 Jason's Week in Flesh and Blood 03:47 Early Impressions of New Heroes 07:20 Limited Format and Montreal Calling Experience 13:25 Draft Strategy and Tournament Reflections 29:58 Living Legend Format Discussion 38:43 Reflecting on 2022 Worlds and Rob's Masterclass 40:01 The Miserable CYB Enigma Deck 42:13 The Impact of Limited Formats on Viewership 44:41 Draft Strategies and Personal Experiences 52:28 The Value of Thinking Outside the Box 01:00:06 Brewing Decks and Testing Strategies 01:11:53 Evaluating Cards in Limited Formats 01:15:18 Hobbies Outside of Fab 01:19:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In episode 11 of Break Points, Taylor Crawford and Zach Phillips discuss recent developments in the game Flesh and Blood, with an emphasis on the newly released Super Slam decks and their impact on the meta. The discussion begins with a recap of their weekends, including movie outings and initial impressions of the new cards. They delve into the competitive strategy, highlighting the potential of new heroes such as Lyath, who offers a buff-heavy approach with significant evasion tactics, and Playdeez, who benefits from incremental value generation and toughness tokens. The team compares Playdeez's capabilities to the historical performance of other heroes and debates the merits of different card strategies. Additionally, they explore the complexities and potential of the new Tuffnut and RKO. heroes, with a particular focus on Tuffnot's intricate gameplay mechanics. The conversation also touches on the competitive scene, the significance of reprints in the game, and the importance of a winning mentality. They conclude with rapid-fire answers to community questions about improving competitive play and the role of community and support systems in mastering the game. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Kickoff 00:33 Weekend Recap and Personal Updates 01:10 New Heroes and Early Impressions 05:00 Favorite Cards and Art Discussion 20:58 Lith Deck Strategies and Insights 31:08 Pleiss Deck Strategies and Insights 38:52 Upcoming Events and Personal Plans 40:39 Upcoming Guest from Europe 40:55 Armory Deck and Fleet's Feet 41:52 Tough Nut Strategy and Gameplay 50:19 KO Armed and Dangerous 01:09:41 ProQuest and Tournament Insights 01:12:25 Winning Mentality in Fab 01:17:48 Pro Teams vs. Armory Players 01:22:39 Final Thoughts and Community Engagement Break Points Podcast ►►► https://media.rss.com/break-points/feed.xml Discord ►►► https://discord.gg/x4VJEeGU2Z Patreon ►►► https://bit.ly/3Aiceef Get your TCGz Merch ► ►► https://www.thecardguyz.com Streaming Microphone ►►► https://amzn.to/3U4fbKc Streaming XLR ►►► https://amzn.to/4l22JW4 Streaming Key Light ►►► https://amzn.to/41hAdsz Get Dragon Shield Sleeves ►►► https://amzn.to/4bkgJ8Y Dragon Shield Binders ►►► https://amzn.to/3VO8bRU Josh's Playmat holder ►►► https://amzn.to/3CZJ1Xn #fabtcg #thecardguyz

Episode 10: Breaking Down Hilarious Misplays, Living Legends, and Desert Island Heroes In this exciting 10th episode of Break Points, the crew dives into a variety of engaging topics. From humorous recounts of game misplays to insightful discussions on Living Legends and upcoming Worlds, this episode has it all. Special guest Willie B joins the conversation, sharing his experiences and thoughts on being a specialist in Flesh and Blood. Hear about the challenges and strategies for the new format and enjoy some light-hearted banter as they debate which hero they'd least want to be stuck with on a deserted island. Packed with laughter and valuable insights, this episode is a must-watch for all Flesh and Blood enthusiasts! 00:00 Introduction and Initial Banter 00:31 Editing Mishaps and Podcast Stories 02:52 Weekly Updates and Flesh and Blood Talk 08:28 Deck Strategies and Game Mechanics 18:57 Prism and Azalea: A Deep Dive 29:35 Speculations and Future of Flesh and Blood 41:28 Victor's Journey and Tournament Tales 41:56 The Struggles and Humor of Competitive Play 45:47 Specialists in Flesh and Blood 47:39 Hero vs. Class Specialization 49:58 Memorable Tournament Stories 59:23 Worlds and Living Legends Format 01:07:49 Hero Specialization Cards 01:12:10 Spoiler Season and Content Creation 01:17:44 Desert Island Hero Choices 01:20:26 Podcast Wrap-Up and Audience Engagement Break Points Podcast ►►► https://media.rss.com/break-points/feed.xml Discord ►►► https://discord.gg/x4VJEeGU2Z Patreon ►►► https://bit.ly/3Aiceef Get your TCGz Merch ► ►► https://www.thecardguyz.com Streaming Microphone ►►► https://amzn.to/3U4fbKc Streaming XLR ►►► https://amzn.to/4l22JW4 Streaming Key Light ►►► https://amzn.to/41hAdsz Get Dragon Shield Sleeves ►►► https://amzn.to/4bkgJ8Y Dragon Shield Binders ►►► https://amzn.to/3VO8bRU Josh's Playmat holder ►►► https://amzn.to/3CZJ1Xn #fabtcg #thecardguyz

Welcome to Episode 9 of Break Points! This week, Sam, Taylor Crawford, and AggroBlaze96 are joined by special guest Ema for a deep dive into the latest Flesh and Blood news and meta shakeups. We kick things off with a look back at Kansas City, sharing stories from the tournament floor and discussing the power of being a specialist in Flesh and Blood. The crew debates the pros and cons of sticking with a single hero, the element of surprise, and how deep knowledge can give you the edge in high-stakes matches. The conversation heats up as we break down the latest Banned & Restricted announcement—what it means for top decks like Gravy, Ver, Slippy, and more. Expect plenty of hot takes, meta predictions, and a few hilarious tangents (including bathroom banter and the eternal debate over “scrub the deck”). Whether you’re a seasoned player or just getting into the game, you’ll find insights, laughs, and maybe a little chaos in this episode. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop a comment with your thoughts on the new bans or what you want to see in future episodes! 00:00 - Intro & Guest Welcome 00:35 - How Was Your Week in Flesh and Blood? 01:22 - The Power of Being a Specialist 02:44 - Surprising Opponents with Rogue Decks 04:24 - Matchup Stories & Tournament Tales 07:14 - The Specialist Edge in the Meta 10:54 - Ban & Restricted Announcement Reactions 13:37 - Why Was "Talk a Big Game" Banned? 17:00 - Plume of Overgrowth Ban Discussion 20:54 - Bonds of Agony Ban: Good or Bad? 24:41 - Is Slippy Still Playable? 27:08 - Gravy Deck After the Tipple Ban 32:00 - Florian, Fatigue, and Meta Predictions 36:06 - New Set Spoilers & Meta Impact 41:20 - Blitz Format & Upcoming Events 45:00 - Skirmish Results & Deck Trends 50:00 - Final Thoughts & Sign-Off and Just talking Break Points Podcast ►►► https://media.rss.com/break-points/feed.xml Discord ►►► https://discord.gg/x4VJEeGU2Z Patreon ►►► https://bit.ly/3Aiceef Get your TCGz Merch ► ►► https://www.thecardguyz.com Streaming Microphone ►►► https://amzn.to/3U4fbKc Streaming XLR ►►► https://amzn.to/4l22JW4 Streaming Key Light ►►► https://amzn.to/41hAdsz Get Dragon Shield Sleeves ►►► https://amzn.to/4bkgJ8Y Dragon Shield Binders ►►► https://amzn.to/3VO8bRU Josh's Playmat holder ►►► https://amzn.to/3CZJ1Xn #fabtcg #thecardguyz

Navigating Challenges and Changes: A Deep Dive into Flesh and Blood Gameplay and Meta In this episode of Break Points, the hosts engage in a lively discussion about their personal experiences and strategies in Flesh and Blood, particularly focusing on recent tournaments like the Kansas City Calling and Battle Hardened. They analyze the current meta surrounding popular heroes like Gravy Bones, Slippy, and Ira, while also debating potential bans or adjustments ahead of an upcoming BNR announcement. The episode delves into specific decks and their optimization strategies, offers insights into the Flesh and Blood community, and includes light-hearted segments like favorite hot dog toppings and memorable travel stories. 00:00 Introduction and Technical Issues 00:10 Lagging and Recording Problems 00:14 Podcast Beginnings and Early Struggles 02:26 Special Guest Introduction 02:44 Weekly Recap: Taylor's Tournament 03:37 Weekly Recap: Zach's Tournament 04:17 Weekly Recap: Sam's Tournament 06:16 Weekly Recap: Aaron's Tournament 07:28 Blitz vs. Classic Constructed Debate 19:06 Kansas City Tournament Experiences 34:54 Gravy Bones Deck Discussion 48:56 Challenges of Playing Against Defensive Decks 49:40 In-Flight Conversations and Turbulence Tales 51:20 Debating the Ban List and Card Interactions 01:16:13 Optimizing Deck Building Strategies 01:26:00 Fun and Memorable Moments in TCG Events 01:30:50 Why Flesh and Blood Stands Out Break Points Podcast ►►► https://media.rss.com/break-points/feed.xml Discord ►►► https://discord.gg/x4VJEeGU2Z Patreon ►►► https://bit.ly/3Aiceef Get your TCGz Merch ► ►► https://www.thecardguyz.com Streaming Microphone ►►► https://amzn.to/3U4fbKc Streaming XLR ►►► https://amzn.to/4l22JW4 Streaming Key Light ►►► https://amzn.to/41hAdsz Get Dragon Shield Sleeves ►►► https://amzn.to/4bkgJ8Y Dragon Shield Binders ►►► https://amzn.to/3VO8bRU Josh's Playmat holder ►►► https://amzn.to/3CZJ1Xn #fabtcg #thecardguyz

In this episode of Break Points, hosts Sam Young, Taylor Crawford, and guest Zach discuss their unique approaches to preparing for tournaments like Kansas City, ProQuest, and the Pro Tour. They delve into the differences in testing methods, from theoretical and mathematical approaches to more intuitive and feel-based strategies. The conversation highlights the importance of innovation in deck building, balancing high-rolls and low-rolls in game analysis, and the value of reviewing games. The hosts also share personal anecdotes and experiences that showcase the highs and lows of competitive play, emphasizing the need to adapt and evolve with the changing meta. They conclude with a light-hearted debate on Lexi versus Ira, setting the stage for future friendly challenges.

Episode 6 of Break Points: Unedited Discussion with Kevin Murphy Join hosts Taylor Crawford, Sam Young, Aggroblaze96, and special guest Kevin Murphy as they dive into an unfiltered and unedited discussion in Episode 6 of Breakpoint. From weekend tournament recaps in Kansas City to intense matchups in Flesh and Blood, this episode covers it all. Kevin Murphy provides deep insights into playing as Prism, shares his experience at major tournaments, and discusses the importance of strategic creativity in the game. Don't miss out on this candid and informative episode!

In this episode of 'Break Points,' hosts Sam, Taylor, and Zach, joined by special guest DM Armada, dive into week five's engaging discussions revolving around the Flesh and Blood card game. The conversation kicks off with light-hearted banter about card games played during the week, transitions into reviewing specific card sets like the Guardian Mastery Pack, and expressing thoughts on new spoilers. They explore the potential of casual gaming, the implications of winning ProQuest tournaments, and strategies to foster a more casual community. The podcast also touches on funny anecdotes from gaming experiences, the appeal of themed armories, and the anticipation for upcoming events such as Kansas City tournaments and ProQuest season. The episode wraps up with listener questions, including thoughts on how to support casual play and memorable stories from gaming events.

In this lively podcast episode, the hosts, Taylor Crawford, AgroBlaze96, Nathan Crawford, and Sam Young, review and debate the current tier rankings of various heroes for an upcoming major card game tournament in Singapore. Starting with some humorous technical difficulties in the intro, the team dives deep into analyzing specific hero matchups, strengths, and weaknesses. They cover a wide range of heroes, including new and established ones, debating their viability and potential performance. Notable highlights include heated disagreements, unexpected rankings, and considerations on how the evolving meta affects each hero's placement. The episode wraps up with listener questions about specific classes and technical strategies, all delivered with a mix of camaraderie and good-natured ribbing among the hosts.

Join Sam, Taylor, and Zach as they dive into Week 3 of Break Points with special guest MajinBae. The discussion kicks off with personal updates, then transitions into in-depth analyses of Flesh and Blood strategies, including insights into deck meta, and the evolution of the Wizard class in the game. MajinBae shares his experiences and advice on how to master Wizard decks, touching on the importance of consistent practice, understanding pitch stacking, and honing decision-making skills in various matchups. The conversation also explores the future direction of Flesh and Blood’s Wizard class, revealing MajinBae’s hopes for more arcane-focused gameplay. Additionally, the team discusses favorite moments and shared anecdotes from past tournaments, brought to life with MajinBae’s engaging storytelling. The episode concludes with insightful responses to community questions, providing listeners with valuable advice on improving their game. This episode is a must-listen for fans looking to deepen their understanding of Flesh and Blood and gain strategies from one of the top Wizards in the game.