Eternal Durdles

MichaelJ discusses the current state of the pre-modern format and the innovative deck designs that have emerged. He highlights the diversity of decks and the constant experimentation happening within the format. MichaelJ also speculates on the potential impact of banning certain cards and suggests the idea of a rotating ban list. The conversation concludes with a discussion on unique deck ideas and the customization options available in pre-modern. The conversation covers various topics related to Magic: The Gathering, including artifacts, gameplay strategies, online presence, and nostalgic experiences.

MichaelJ discusses the current state of the pre-modern format and the innovative deck designs that have emerged. He highlights the diversity of decks and the constant experimentation happening within the format. MichaelJ also speculates on the potential impact of banning certain cards and suggests the idea of a rotating ban list. The conversation concludes with a discussion on unique deck ideas and the customization options available in pre-modern. The conversation covers various topics related to Magic: The Gathering, including artifacts, gameplay strategies, online presence, and nostalgic experiences.

In this episode of Eternal Durdles, Zac and Phil review the spoilers for the set Murders at Karlov Manor. They discuss various cards and their potential impact in Legacy. Some of the cards they cover include Delaney Streetwise Lookout, Expedited Inheritance, Undergrowth Recon, Forensic Gadgeteer, Reenact the Crime, Archdruid's Charm, Analyze the Pollen, and Assemble the Players. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various cards from the set and their potential impact in different formats. They explore cards like Assemble the Players, Analyze the Pollen, Eidetic Memory, Vengeful Tracker, Steamcore Scholar, Pick Your Poison, and No More Lies.

In this episode of Eternal Durdles, Zac and Phil review the spoilers for the set Murders at Karlov Manor. They discuss various cards and their potential impact in Legacy. Some of the cards they cover include Delaney Streetwise Lookout, Expedited Inheritance, Undergrowth Recon, Forensic Gadgeteer, Reenact the Crime, Archdruid's Charm, Analyze the Pollen, and Assemble the Players. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various cards from the set and their potential impact in different formats. They explore cards like Assemble the Players, Analyze the Pollen, Eidetic Memory, Vengeful Tracker, Steamcore Scholar, Pick Your Poison, and No More Lies.

In this conversation, Zac and Phil discuss the potential unbanning of several cards in the Legacy format. They debate the merits of unbanning some cards from the Legacy Banned List, They discuss the impact these cards had in the past, their potential impact in the current format, and the play patterns they would create. Ultimately, they have differing opinions on whether these cards should be unbanned. In this part of the conversation, Zac and Phil discuss the potential unbanning of various cards in the Legacy format. They cover the power level of old school cards like Library of Alexandria and Maze of Ith, the impact of companions like Lurrus of the Dream-Den, the viability of cards like Mana Drain and Mystical Tutor, and the potential of cards like Skullclamp and Survival of the Fittest. They also discuss the controversy surrounding cards like Time Vault and Wrenn & 6, and the lack of interest in cards like Windfall and Zirda, the Dawnwaker. Overall, they provide a comprehensive analysis of each card's potential impact on the format. In this conversation, we explored the importance of effective communication and how it can impact our relationships and interactions with others. We discussed various aspects of communication, including building trust and connection, active listening, non-verbal communication, overcoming barriers, and cultural differences. By understanding and improving our communication skills, we can enhance our personal and professional relationships.

The conversation explores the concept of Pillars in the Legacy format. It discusses the simplification of the format and the importance of pillars, such as BRAINSTORM DAZE WASTELAND decks and Urza's Saga decks. The conversation also delves into the context of cards in the format and the need to reassess their power. It touches on the philosophy of banning in Legacy and the need for clarity in the ban list philosophy. The conversation concludes by highlighting the importance of decision-making and diversity in the format. The conversation delves into the perception of Bowmaster in Brainstorm decks, the idea of a no ban list legacy tournament, the contextual impact of cards on the ban list, deck building choices and contextual interactions, the lack of format diversity and interesting choices, and the desire for a more diverse and stimulating format.Peter Van Der Ham's TWitter: https://twitter.com/PVDH_magic/status/1744383181044740534

Join us on DiscordSupport us on PatreonBuy Our Merch!

In this episode, Zac and Phil discuss the upcoming year of Eternal Durdles and reflect on the podcast's growth and achievements. They review podcast statistics and express gratitude to their supporters. The hosts also analyze the state of Legacy in 2023, discussing the biggest gainers and losers in the format. They explore the impact of card design choices and the lack of breathing room in the current format. The episode concludes with a discussion on the future of Legacy and the potential changes in card design philosophy. The conversation covers various topics related to Magic: The Gathering cards, including the impact of mistakes in card design, challenges in attracting new players, reflection on the year in Magic: The Gathering, speculation on future card releases, the influence of Urza Saga on card evaluation, and the potential impact of Clue characters and tokens in Legacy.

In this episode, Zac and Phil discuss the upcoming year of Eternal Durdles and reflect on the podcast's growth and achievements. They review podcast statistics and express gratitude to their supporters. The hosts also analyze the state of Legacy in 2023, discussing the biggest gainers and losers in the format. They explore the impact of card design choices and the lack of breathing room in the current format. The episode concludes with a discussion on the future of Legacy and the potential changes in card design philosophy. The conversation covers various topics related to Magic: The Gathering cards, including the impact of mistakes in card design, challenges in attracting new players, reflection on the year in Magic: The Gathering, speculation on future card releases, the influence of Urza Saga on card evaluation, and the potential impact of Clue characters and tokens in Legacy.