Magic Mics Podcast

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First Pick

Marvel: Darkhold Destiny Roundup

Announced at NYCC:

https://www.reddit.com/r/magicTCG/comments/1x1vqun/just_announced_at_nycc/

https://www.reddit.com/r/magicTCG/s/ZtHo53NQjG

Trailer:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=srkVFoW4t08

Books Finally Matter:

https://markrosewater.tumblr.com/post/830129237147189248/what-is-the-significance-of-books-are-we

Gather the Townsfolk

Banned and Restricted Update:

https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/banned-and-restricted-october-12-2026

Amy the Amazonian's Thoughts:

https://bsky.app/profile/amytheamazonian.bsky.social/post/3mxov3yi5rk2v

4 Commander Decks Per 2027 Set:

https://www.tumblr.com/markrosewater/830198345058353152/can-you-confirm-whether-or-not-it-was-actually?source=share

Warhammer 40,000 Commander Decks Reprint:

https://www.ign.com/articles/magic-the-gathering-warhammer-40k-commander-decks-reprint-confirmed

Trans Lifeline Fundraiser Results:

https://bsky.app/profile/aryawrites.bsky.social/post/3mxkqsfsra222

Desperate Ravings

Creators Can't Keep Up With All This Magic:

https://bsky.app/profile/amytheamazonian.bsky.social/post/3mxtlwbry7k2z

https://markrosewater.tumblr.com/post/830414446541291520/in-a-previous-answer-you-mentioned-that-six-sets-a

WotC Won't Voluntarily Recognize Union:

https://bsky.app/profile/uwotc-official.bsky.social/post/3mxtsvaisww22

The Finisher

It's spooky-times, and the Darkhold is coming to Magic with a brand new story. So since we have to pick up every stitch, what are you hoping for when Magic enters the season of the witch?

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Booster Updates:

https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/updating-our-boosters-in-2027

https://www.polygon.com/mtg-god-packs-booster-pack-changes-exclusive/

https://wpn.wizards.com/en/news/2027-booster-changes-for-wpn-retailers

https://bsky.app/profile/mtgarena.com/post/3mxaj75orvq2i

Make Your Own Celebration Cards:

https://bsky.app/profile/commandzoe.bsky.social/post/3mxaplbhxec2f

Gather the Townsfolk

D&D and Studio X Join United Wizards of the Coast:

https://unitedwizardsofthecoast.com/news/dnd-studiox-join-uwotc-cwa

https://unitedwizardsofthecoast.com/studiox-letter

https://unitedwizardsofthecoast.com/dnd-letter

https://markrosewater.tumblr.com/post/736976482357903360/i-know-all-of-these-are-involved-in-making-magic

https://actionnetwork.org/forms/uwotcpetition/

WPN Arena Achievements:

https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/mtg-arena/wizards-play-network-integration

Trans Lifeline Fundraising Stream:

https://bsky.app/profile/magic.wizards.com/post/3mww5x5hudb2b

https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/join-us-for-octobers-wizards-of-the-coast-x-trans-lifeline-fundraising-stream

Scryfall Turns 10

http://www.scryfall.com

Desperate Ravings

Welcome to %STORE NAME*%:

https://x.com/fireshoes/status/2106468925664109021

Going Infinite

The New Magic Judge Program:

https://mcatlanta.mtgfestivals.com/en-us/experience/panels-and-events/panel-information.html?gtID=954687&panel-name=The-New-Magic-Judge-Program

The Finisher

It's spooky season! So tell me what Magic-themed Halloween costume are you wearing to your Magic: The Gathering gala?

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Maro Wants Feedback for State of Design Spider-Man https://bsky.app/profile/maro254.bsky.social/post/3mwcbpz5t622n

Edge of Eternities https://bsky.app/profile/maro254.bsky.social/post/3mwcbnvlcxs25

Avatar: The Last Airbender https://bsky.app/profile/maro254.bsky.social/post/3mwcbre3ysc2n

Lorwyn Eclipsed https://bsky.app/profile/maro254.bsky.social/post/3mwcbsfwfjc2n

TMNT https://bsky.app/profile/maro254.bsky.social/post/3mwcbtjm4oc2n

Secrets of Strixhaven https://bsky.app/profile/maro254.bsky.social/post/3mwcby2zexs2n

Marvel Super Heroes https://bsky.app/profile/maro254.bsky.social/post/3mwcbzdsvdk2n

The Hobbit https://bsky.app/profile/maro254.bsky.social/post/3mwcc2c5tnk2n

Reality Fracture https://bsky.app/profile/maro254.bsky.social/post/3mwcc3xr6bk2n

Gather the Townsfolk

The Magic Rules Blog:

https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/feature/magic-rules-blog-introducing-the-blog

Mox Collection Sleeves:

https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/63414/heo-group-unveils-magic-the-gathering-mox-collection

Star Trek Beginner Box Canceled:

https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/statement-on-the-cancellation-of-the-star-trek-beginner-box

Desperate Ravings

More Legendary Creatures in 2026 Than Nonlegendary:

https://bsky.app/profile/wachelreeks.com/post/3mwes6oezl22i

https://bsky.app/profile/amytheamazonian.bsky.social/post/3mweu53kj3k2l

Jordan Hopkins Leaves Wizards:

https://bsky.app/profile/jordanhopkins.bsky.social/post/3mwm5iyduqc2p

The Finisher

Friends, Romans, Dominarians, let me your ears. We come not to "bury" Jace, but to "destroy him without being regenerated." It's been almost 20 years, but as of the final chapter of the official Magic story (written by Allison Lührs) the time has come to hold a funeral for the Mind Sculptor, the Telepath Unbound, Vryn's prodigal son, Magic's Mickey Mouse. And now it's time for eulogies. So what words do you have in remembrance of Jace Beleren?

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End of Alchemy:

https://metropolitanmagazine.it/mtg-reality-fracture-tutte-le-novita/

https://bsky.app/profile/mtgarena.com/post/3mvavhoaoyf2f

https://bsky.app/profile/scryfall.com/post/3mvg6lhn6as2l

Previews next week!

Gather the Townsfolk

Zeta Set in Pauper:

https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/on-the-zeta-set-in-pauper

UB Announcement at NYCC: https://www.newyorkcomiccon.com/en-us/things-to-do/panels/event-info.html?gtID=949693&panel-name=Magic-The-Gathering-at-New-York-Comic-Con

Longer Lead Times on Set Design:

https://www.tumblr.com/markrosewater/827024868585472002/has-wotc-always-worked-roughly-two-years-ahead-on

Desperate Ravings

Private Equity Buys Card Kingdom:

https://bsky.app/profile/fireshoes.bsky.social/post/3mvbtiodnek2r

Splash Damage

KeyForge Online:

https://youtu.be/f09LDba2cok

The Finisher

We've done 500 of these, and at this pace we'll hit 1,000 in the summer of 2037. So tell me: what are you expecting at our millennium retrospective?

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Better late than never! Let's talk about the Top 10 The Hobbit Cards!

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First Pick

Countdown to 500 Live Shows! ONE SHOWS TO GO!

Bring Back the Gathering:

https://metagame.info/en-us/mtg/articles/bring-back-the-gathering-how-to-save-competitive-magic

https://markrosewater.tumblr.com/post/826580341580005376/hey-mark-there-was-an-article-written-by-andrea#notes

Zeta Secret Lair mess

https://bsky.app/profile/mtgsecretlair.com/post/3mulbefvi5c2h

Gather the Townsfolk

Charity Tournament: TCGPlayer vs WotC: https://www.tcgplayer.com/lp/mtg-charity-tournament?lid=16t226k9ihs6

Mage of Zhalfir Comic Series:

https://bsky.app/profile/mtglore.com/post/3muit3zieyr2a

Reality Fracture Has 10 Main Stories:

https://bsky.app/profile/levdev.bsky.social/post/3muctf7z3as2k

https://bsky.app/profile/grayhaem.bsky.social/post/3muctjesric2a

Scryfall's Art Media Tags Pass 25%:

https://bsky.app/profile/delayedtrigger.scryfall.com/post/3mu5arn37gs2y

Desperate Ravings

Chris Cocks Takes Direct Control of WotC: https://www.polygon.com/mtg-dnd-wizards-of-the-coast-president-hasbro-ceo-leadership-changes/

Maro Says Harry Potter UB "Very Unlikely":

https://www.tumblr.com/markrosewater/826674061326336000/how-likely-is-a-harry-potter-ub-product

Splash Damage

Line Cutting Gets Former Pokemon TCG Champ Banned:

https://kotaku.com/pokemon-world-championships-ban-luca-ceribelli-merch-line-2000729442

Odd Sea, Jimmy Wong's New Game:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1171224254/odd-sea

The Finisher

We spent a lot of time today discussing how Mengu would rescue competitive Magic. So what ways would you recommend Magic bring competitive MTG back to the forefront?

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First Pick

Countdown to 500 Live Shows! TWO SHOWS TO GO!

The Zeta Set:

https://bsky.app/profile/scryfall.com/post/3mttoswyqc22u

https://bsky.app/profile/gavinverhey.bsky.social/post/3mtu55rdm4c2f

https://bsky.app/profile/gavinverhey.bsky.social/post/3mtugshsb4s2k

https://bsky.app/profile/parker.luckypaper.co/post/3mtuffvles224

https://www.polygon.com/mtg-magic-secret-lair-booster-packs-mschf-zeta-set/

https://bsky.app/profile/mtgsecretlair.com/post/3mtwk4cocjc2q

Gather the Townsfolk

Pro Tour Hall of Fame 2026 Class:

https://magic.gg/news/announcing-the-magic-pro-tour-hall-of-fame-2026-class

HOB Collector Arena Direct Sells Out:

https://bsky.app/profile/davidfinseth.bsky.social/post/3mtjyjvqrcs2f

Mana Curves' Secret Lair Insert Wallpaper:

https://bsky.app/profile/manacurves.bsky.social/post/3mtmjaadgs224

Maro's Reality Fracture Teaser:

https://www.tumblr.com/markrosewater/825938397394796544/maros-reality-fracture-teaser

Desperate Ravings

Reality Fracture Product Delays:

https://bsky.app/profile/zephymeg.bsky.social/post/3mtywoqpwb42k

Splash Damage

Marvel Snap Gets a Draft Mode:

https://www.gamespot.com/articles/marvel-snap-is-finally-getting-a-draft-mode-and-its-unlike-any-youve-played/

The Finisher

As noted moments ago, Marvel Snap just got a Draft Mode! And it is a breath of fresh air for one of 2022's most popular mobile apps. We've seen drafting in other games like Slay The Spire and Hearthstone and of course fantasy football, so tell me: what game are you hoping adds a draft mode next?

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First Pick

The Hobbit Set - Top 10 soon!

Arena's Hobbit Riddles

Arena In-Game Player Reporting:

https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/mtg-arena/player-reporting

Gather the Townsfolk

ISD/RTR Standard Tournament:

https://melee.gg/Tournament/View/452913

Desperate Ravings

2345 Card Commander Deck:

https://www.reddit.com/r/magicTCG/comments/1vr7kje/someone_brought_a_2345_card_deck_to_our_lgs/

Splash Damage

NYC's Article on Magic:

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/19/nyregion/nyc-high-cost-of-fun.html

https://bsky.app/profile/rebell.bsky.social/post/3mthanuswys2g

Jimmy Fallon's Monologue:

https://bsky.app/profile/maro254.bsky.social/post/3mteu3z2n6s2r

The Finisher

Between the Star Trek intro decks, Hobbit's release, Mystery Booster Commander, and most importantly the Jimothy pet on Arena, there's a bunch of weirdos joining the Magic multiverse. So tell me: what weird li'l guy are you hoping comes to Magic next?

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First Pick

B&R:

https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/banned-and-restricted-august-10-2026

Shortest-Lived Standard Format Ever:

https://www.reddit.com/r/magicTCG/comments/1vkwzu9/with_bans_hitting_august_10th_and_the_hobbit/

The Hobbit Set Impressions / Feedback - Top 10 soon!

Gather the Townsfolk

Mystery Booster Commander Edition:

https://bsky.app/profile/magic.wizards.com/post/3mrvnj3r6fh2u

Gavin Opens a Pack:

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/j-vBVCSeeKo

Gavin Talks Rulebreakers:

https://www.instagram.com/reel/Dbl_AM_SMhN

Y'shtola Usurps Ur-Dragon As Top Commander:

https://edhrec.com/articles/yshtola-nights-blessed-is-now-edhrecs-1-commander

Moving Away From Medium-Size Sets:

https://markrosewater.tumblr.com/post/823777778414551040/can-you-confirm-if-the-medium-size-for-ub-sets

Success of Omens of Chaos:

https://bsky.app/profile/seananmcguire.bsky.social/post/3mre5ayurzk2e

https://www.amazon.com/Strixhaven-Omens-Chaos-Magic-Gathering/dp/059387143X

Combo Play Improvements for MTGO:

https://www.mtgo.com/news/combo-play-improvements

Jimothy Arena Bundle:

https://bsky.app/profile/mtgarena.com/post/3mrxhn3pe2m2n

Desperate Ravings

Arena Lacking Visual Cues:

https://bsky.app/profile/greensuitgirl.bsky.social/post/3mrbi4txqst2y

Hobbit's Botched Preview Season:

https://bsky.app/profile/rebell.bsky.social/post/3mrq2vhmpyk26

Going Infinite

Orientation Packet From WotC GameCamp 1998:

https://bsky.app/profile/bibliovoreorc.bsky.social/post/3mrxnkoempc2f

Splash Damage

Doctor Doom Promo at Doomsday Opening Weekend:

https://bsky.app/profile/theasianavenger.bsky.social/post/3mrqitvlzs227

MTGO X LOTRO: (Daybreak develops both) https://www.lotro.com/news/lotro-mtgo-promotion-2026-en

D&D Universes Beyond:

https://bsky.app/profile/msiglain.bsky.social/post/3mrvk5ihmok2x

The Finisher

Just in case you've been living in a hole in the ground, let me be the first to tell you that The Hobbit expansion has begun its expected journey in Magic. So now that Tolkien's crowning achievement has been forged in the fires of MTG, marking Magic's first time back to a previously visited Universe, tell me: which Universes Beyond product that we've already gotten are you hoping to double dip on next?

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First Pick

Everything Announced for Magic Multiverse in 2027:

https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/everything-announced-for-the-magic-multiverse-in-2027

MagicCon 2027 Schedule:

https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/magiccon-heads-to-japan-europe-and-the-us-in-2027

The Return of The Hall of Fame:

https://magic.gg/news/announcing-the-return-of-the-magic-pro-tour-hall-of-fame

https://www.reddit.com/r/magicTCG/comments/1v1mqqs/eligible_players_for_the_hall_of_fame_class_of/

Gather the Townsfolk

Hasbro Financial Report: 2026 Q2:

https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260720194244/en/Hasbro-Reports-Second-Quarter-2026-Financial-Results

https://www.investing.com/news/transcripts/earnings-call-transcript-hasbro-tops-q2-2026-estimates-and-lifts-outlook-93CH-4803555

Pro Tour Roundup

Metagame:

https://bsky.app/profile/fireshoes.bsky.social/post/3mqriu56tps2e

Top 8:

https://bsky.app/profile/playmagic.com/post/3mqwz5alki22z

Champion:

https://bsky.app/profile/playmagic.com/post/3mqyzmk7yll2z

https://bsky.app/profile/playmagic.com/post/3mqz4n4hpzo2i

Desperate Ravings

Cube Drafts are Too Expensive:

https://bsky.app/profile/amytheamazonian.bsky.social/post/3mr756eepls26

Going Infinite

Maro on Planar Standard:

https://markrosewater.tumblr.com/post/822304817920819200/mark-to-answer-your-question-people-are-upset

Splash Damage

Hasbro's Upcoming Zelda Toys:

https://investor.hasbro.com/news-releases/news-release-details/hasbro-produce-new-toys-based-nintendos-legend-zelda-franchise

The Finisher

Between the PT being in the capital of free drug Amsterdam use and the Taco Bell lettuce fiasco, Mono Green had a wild weekend. But it's time for us to move into the dog days of summer, so tell me: what archetypes are you expecting to rise to the top as we move on into 2026?