With their first PTQs just around the corner, it's time for the guys to get to work and do some playtesting. Thankfully, one of them seems to understand that, and Gerry has a weekend's worth of observations about the best decks in Modern. And Bryan... well he definitely bought some new Magic cards! You can't say the team doesn't understand their strengths and weaknesses!

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Timestamps:

Marvel Snap - 9:27

Steam deck - 24:31

Modern metagame - 27:50

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PTQs are in full swing, including on Magic Online where huge fields competed in both Pioneer and Modern. Find out what the boys are sleeving up for their own events, and what they think of this week’s developments.

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Just like old times, the boys are doing their best to get everyone ready for a PTQ season! This particular episode is designed to serve as a timeless guide to the small steps you can take along the way to guide yourself to success. From deck selection tips to evaluating your opponents, there’s something here to give everyone the edge they’re searching for in securing that (now hypothetical) blue envelope!

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With Bryan working on other things, it’s up to Gerry to teach him everything he needs to know about Explorer! Bryan wants to know which decks are best, how the metagame is shifting, and even forces Gerry to give his personal recommendations.

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With Bryan currently traveling across the world, Gerry is joined by Dreamhack Dallas winner Mason Clark. They talk about how he keeps winning with Omnath in Modern, why they call him eSports, and even drop some hot takes.

Music:

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Timestamps:

Dreamhack Dallas Modern discussion - 13:19

Pioneer Bans - 1:11:16

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And we do mean brief. The boys intended to talk about Arena’s newest format in depth but pressing matters like turtles, international travel, and the difference between the bourgeoisie and the proletariat took over the broadcast. We’ll get ‘em next time!

Music:

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Timestamps:

Bryan's travel - 1:00

Pete from SCG interview - 27:23

Sealed PTQ results - 54:15

Explorer - 1:12:01

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#MTGSNC had a huge impact on Standard. Gerry and Bryan cover the highlights and innovation of this powerful eight set Standard format (and the pitfalls of hosting large tournaments on MTG Arena).

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Timestamps:

Streets of New Capenna championship - 13:31

Arena problems - 18:39

Historic - 35:44

Standard metagame breakdown - 40:48

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When Gerry T decides he likes a limited format, the world better watch out. He's been living on Arena for the past few weeks, crushing New Capenna limited on his way to Mythic. Now, he's ready to share his wisdom with Bryan (and you!). A can't miss show for everyone planning on participating in the upcoming Arena Championship Qualifiers!

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It's another week and that means another #wotcgaffe. The boys air their greivances about WotC's mistreatment of Carmen Handy and even have enough time to chastise SCG for loosening their covid restrictions. If you want to get straight to the Pioneer content, I suppose you skip to the 35 minute mark, but why would you?

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New Capenna is here and as is tradition, the boys are checking in on its influence in Modern. While it may not be the deepest set in Modern’s history, there are still plenty of shakeups to be found if you know where to look!

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