The Bite Sized MTG Podcast

Split second is one of Magic's most unique mechanics—but is it actually good in cEDH?Zach Adler sits down with Trey Mikelson to break down the best split second spells, when they shine, and how they can change the way games play out at the highest level of Commander.Whether you're looking for cleaner interaction or just want to understand the mechanic better, this episode has you covered.Join The Bite Sized Patreon for Exclusive Perks: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiteSizedMTG---💸 SponsorsGilded Goblet Proxies — Premium cEDH proxies for players who want to compete without breaking the bank.Get your Proxies 10% off use code: BITESIZEDCheck them out here: https://gildedgoblet.com/?ref=BiteSizedMTG🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/SnackAdler277💬 Discord: bitesized_snack📣 DM me about:🌴 The California cEDH Circuit🎓 1-on-1 Coaching👍 Like if you enjoyed the interview---🎨 Artists & Channel Support🖌️ Pedro Banjo — Discord: pedrobanjo🧊 CamSit — https://camsit.carrd.co | Discord: cloneguin00:46-Trey/Split Second Introduction07:20-Presenting Split Second Cards/34:59-Guilded Goblet Ad Spot35:54-How To Play with Priority46:20-Ban Rhystic Study56:19-Wrapping Up59:10-End Credits

What does the data actually say about the current cEDH metagame?Victor, Alex Lien, Emilien, and Zach Adler dive into the latest tournament results using tEDH.gg and cEDHStats.org to discuss the decks putting up results, emerging trends, and what the numbers reveal about the state of competitive Commander.Whether you're prepping for your next event or just love cEDH analytics, this episode is for you.https://tedh.gg/https://lnk.bio/tedh_gg https://cedhstats.org/https://discord.gg/beSammtWSXJoin The Bite Sized Patreon for Exclusive Perks: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiteSizedMTG---💸 SponsorsGilded Goblet Proxies — Premium cEDH proxies for players who want to compete without breaking the bank.Get your Proxies 10% off use code: BITESIZEDCheck them out here: https://gildedgoblet.com/?ref=BiteSizedMTG🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/SnackAdler277💬 Discord: bitesized_snack📣 DM me about:🌴 The California cEDH Circuit🎓 1-on-1 Coaching👍 Like if you enjoyed the interview---🎨 Artists & Channel Support🖌️ Pedro Banjo — Discord: pedrobanjo🧊 CamSit — https://camsit.carrd.co | Discord: cloneguin00:00-Start01:22-Cast/Topic Introduction03:57-Difficulties with cEDH Data13:08-introducing CEDHSTATS.ORG21:35-Gaging Relative Strength26:31-What Metrics are we Using?34:18-Explaining Elo59:33-Pilot Factor74:35-Applying the Data with TEDH.GG26:07-Stats for Hipsters33:03-Wrapping Up101:00-End Credits

What does it take to succeed in cEDH?Zach Adler sits down with Vafnar for a wide-ranging discussion on the competitive Commander format, covering the current metagame, deck selection, tournament prep, player improvement, and where cEDH is headed next.

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Pedro Banjo — Discord: pedrobanjo🧊 CamSit — https://camsit.carrd.co | Discord: cloneguinIf you're looking to sharpen your game or just love talking cEDH, this episode is for you.00:00-Start01:14-Vafnar Introduction05:49-The Vafnarmicon09:51-Blue Farm Meta Standard23:03-The Pillars of cEDH36:17-Ban Rhystic Study43:48-cEDH and Time51:01-What’s the Meta Like?53:12-Wrapping Up57:26-End Credits

RogSi is one of the most iconic decks in cEDH, but mastering it takes more than just fast starts.Join Zach Adler and Dexter as they break down the ins and outs of RogSi, covering mulligans, sequencing, game plans, and the decisions that separate great pilots from the rest.If you enjoyed the video, be sure to like, subscribe, and let us know your favorite RogSi tech in the comments!Join The Bite Sized Patreon for Exclusive Perks: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiteSizedMTG---💸 SponsorsGilded Goblet Proxies — Premium cEDH proxies for players who want to compete without breaking the bank.Get your Proxies 10% off use code: BITESIZEDCheck them out here: https://gildedgoblet.com/?ref=BiteSizedMTG🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/SnackAdler277💬 Discord: bitesized_snack📣 DM me about:🌴 The California cEDH Circuit🎓 1-on-1 Coaching👍 Like if you enjoyed the interview---🎨 Artists & Channel Support🖌️ Pedro Banjo — Discord: pedrobanjo🧊 CamSit — https://camsit.carrd.co | Discord: cloneguin

Scion of the Ur-Dragon is one of the most iconic commanders in Magic history—but does it still have what it takes to compete in today's cEDH landscape?In this episode, Zach Adler is joined by ComedIan MTG and Dave "Kyzr" Kay to break down everything Scion of the Ur-Dragon. From the deck's strengths and weaknesses to key lines, card choices, and where it fits in the current meta, the trio dives deep into one of cEDH's most unique combo commanders.Whether you're a longtime Scion pilot or just curious about five-color combo decks in competitive Commander, this discussion covers everything you need to know.What are your thoughts on Scion in cEDH? Let us know in the comments!Join The Bite Sized Patreon for Exclusive Perks: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiteSizedMTG---💸 SponsorsGilded Goblet Proxies — Premium cEDH proxies for players who want to compete without breaking the bank.Get your Proxies 10% off use code: BITESIZEDCheck them out here: https://gildedgoblet.com/?ref=BiteSizedMTG---Events I'm Going to:The Fishbowl San Diego CA June 26-27https://topdeck.gg/event/the-fishbowl-san-diego-copy-1767729472000📬 Connect with Me🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/SnackAdler277💬 Discord: bitesized_snack📣 DM me about:🌴 The California cEDH Circuit🎓 1-on-1 Coaching👍 Like if you enjoyed the interview---🎨 Artists & Channel Support🖌️ Pedro Banjo — Discord: pedrobanjo🧊 CamSit — https://camsit.carrd.co | Discord: cloneguinTimecode:00:00-Start00:48-Tournament Shoutouts01:28-Kyzr and ComedIan Introduction05:49-History of Scion of the Ur Dragon11:10-Scion of the Ur Dragon Deck Tech56:06-Scion of the Ur Dragon Mulligans01:34-Auditing Ian’s Version of Scion03:03-About Impersonating other Dragons64:33-Auditing Ian’s Version of Scion Part 0280:56-Checking out Other Versions of Scion88:48-Auditing Zach’s Version of Scion90:34-Are We Sold on Scion?102:06-Wrapping Up103:37-End Credits

Can coaching make you a better cEDH player?Zach Adler is joined by Jordan and Lily Drake from The Drake Academy to discuss the value of coaching in competitive EDH. From improving decision-making and tournament preparation to identifying common mistakes, they break down how coaching can help players level up their game.If you're looking to sharpen your cEDH skills, this episode is for you.#MTG #cEDH #Commander #CompetitiveEDH #TheDrakeAcademyJoin The Bite Sized Patreon for Exclusive Perks: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiteSizedMTG---💸 SponsorsGilded Goblet Proxies — Premium cEDH proxies for players who want to compete without breaking the bank.Get your Proxies 10% off use code: BITESIZEDCheck them out here: https://gildedgoblet.com/?ref=BiteSizedMTG---Events I'm Going to:The Fishbowl San Diego CA June 26-27https://topdeck.gg/event/the-fishbowl-san-diego-copy-1767729472000📬 Connect with Me🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/SnackAdler277💬 Discord: bitesized_snack📣 DM me about:🌴 The California cEDH Circuit🎓 1-on-1 Coaching👍 Like if you enjoyed the interview---🎨 Artists & Channel Support🖌️ Pedro Banjo — Discord: pedrobanjo🧊 CamSit — https://camsit.carrd.co | Discord: cloneguin00:00-Start00:51-Tournament Shoutouts01:45-Jordan and Lily Introduction09:33-Thinking About Coaching in cEDH14:53-Playstyle Tangent19:18-What and How to Get Better30:26-Guilded Goblet Sponsor Ad31:21-Game Theory with the Drakes42:57-Drake Coaching Styles49:38-In Defense of cEDH55:26-Wrapping Up60:05-End Credits

Zach and Jared sit down to talk all things brewing in cEDH — from where new deck ideas come from to how metas shape innovation at the highest level of competitive Commander. They break down the brewing process, evaluating commanders, testing cards, adapting to changing pods, and what separates a real contender from a pile of spice.Whether you’re trying to tune your favorite list or build something completely new, this conversation dives deep into the mindset behind successful cEDH brewing.Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more competitive Commander content!Join The Bite Sized Patreon for Exclusive Perks: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiteSizedMTG---💸 SponsorsGilded Goblet Proxies — Premium cEDH proxies for players who want to compete without breaking the bank.Get your Proxies 10% off use code: BITESIZEDCheck them out here: https://gildedgoblet.com/?ref=BiteSizedMTG---Events I'm Going to:Just JamText: May 30-31 Phoenix, AZ REGISTER HERE: https://topdeck.gg/event/d-grid-on-the-stackThe Siege - June 13 - 14 Thornton, CO REGISTER HERE: https://topdeck.gg/event/level-7s-siege-at-the-castle-10k📬 Connect with Me🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/SnackAdler277💬 Discord: bitesized_snack📣 DM me about:🌴 The California cEDH Circuit🎓 1-on-1 Coaching👍 Like if you enjoyed the interview---🎨 Artists & Channel Support🖌️ Pedro Banjo — Discord: pedrobanjo🧊 CamSit — https://camsit.carrd.co | Discord: cloneguin

Joe Holland sits down with Zach Adler for an in-depth coaching session on one of cEDH’s most explosive decks: Rograkh / Thrasios. From mulligan decisions and sequencing to navigating stax, turbo tables, and midrange grindfests, this episode breaks down what it really takes to pilot Rog Thras at a high level.Whether you’re sleeving up the deck for your next tournament or just trying to sharpen your gameplay, Joe brings years of competitive insight while Zach puts the lessons to the test in real-time discussion. Expect deep lines, nuanced decision trees, and plenty of high-level cEDH strategy throughout.🔥 Topics covered:• Mulligan philosophy• Early game sequencing• Win conditions and pivots• Playing through interaction• Meta positioning in modern cEDH• Common mistakes Rog Thras pilots makeIf you enjoy competitive Commander content, make sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more deck techs, coaching sessions, tournament coverage, and interviews from across the cEDH community.---Join the Bite Sized Patreon for Exclusive Perks: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiteSizedMTG---💸 SponsorsGilded Goblet Proxies — Premium cEDH proxies for players who want to compete without breaking the bank.Get your Proxies 10% off use code: BITESIZEDCheck them out here: https://gildedgoblet.com/?ref=BiteSizedMTGNJCEDH PRESENTS SINKHOLE 2: July 19 Mt. Arlington NJ REGISTER HERE: https://topdeck.gg/event/njcedh-presents-sinkhole-2?ref=SNACK---Events I'm Going to:Just JamText: May 30-31 Phoenix, AZ REGISTER HERE: https://topdeck.gg/event/d-grid-on-the-stackThe Siege - June 13 - 14 Thornton, CO REGISTER HERE: https://topdeck.gg/event/level-7s-siege-at-the-castle-10k📬 Connect with Me🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/SnackAdler277💬 Discord: bitesized_snack📣 DM me about:🌴 The California cEDH Circuit🎓 1-on-1 Coaching👍 Like if you enjoyed the interview---🎨 Artists & Channel Support🖌️ Pedro Banjo — Discord: pedrobanjo🧊 CamSit — https://camsit.carrd.co | Discord: cloneguin00:00 - Intro03:23 - Put Me in Coach!14:50 - Rog Thras Deck Tech30:06 - Proactive vs. Reactive Gameplay33:44 - Guilded Goblet Sponsorship34:39 - Make a Cradle with your Hands01:02:15 - Time to Convert on Rog/Thras01:14:46 - Closing Questions on Rog/Thras?01:21:27 - Wrapping Up

The Cabbage Merchant has entered the cEDH meta… and somehow it works. Join Sylvie and Arne as we break down this wild commander choice, explore the deckbuilding decisions, key lines, matchup theory, and whether this spicy brew can actually hang with the top tables of competitive Commander.From meme potential to legitimate gameplay tech, this episode dives deep into one of the most unexpected commanders we’ve seen in cEDH. Whether you’re here for the innovation, the laughs, or the stack interaction, there’s something for every cEDH player in this one.Make sure to like, subscribe, and let us know what commander you want to see next!---Join the Bite Sized Patreon for Exclusive Perks: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiteSizedMTG---💸 SponsorsGilded Goblet Proxies — Premium cEDH proxies for players who want to compete without breaking the bank.Get your Proxies 10% off use code: BITESIZEDCheck them out here: https://gildedgoblet.com/?ref=BiteSizedMTGNJCEDH PRESENTS SINKHOLE 2: July 19 Mt. Arlington NJ REGISTER HERE: https://topdeck.gg/event/njcedh-presents-sinkhole-2?ref=SNACK---Events I'm Going to:The QuestMay 16 and 17 in Portland, OR REGISTER HERE: https://topdeck.gg/event/the-quest-part-1Just JamText: May 30-31 Phoenix, AZ REGISTER HERE: https://topdeck.gg/event/d-grid-on-the-stackThe Siege - June 13 - 14 Thornton, CO REGISTER HERE: https://topdeck.gg/event/level-7s-siege-at-the-castle-10k📬 Connect with Me🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/SnackAdler277💬 Discord: bitesized_snack📣 DM me about:🌴 The California cEDH Circuit🎓 1-on-1 Coaching👍 Like if you enjoyed the interview---🎨 Artists & Channel Support🖌️ Pedro Banjo — Discord: pedrobanjo🧊 CamSit — https://camsit.carrd.co | Discord: cloneguinTimestamps:00:00 - Start02:57 - First Bite Into Some Fresh Cabbages07:30 - Tournament Shoutouts10:22 - Mini Deck Tech15:51 - NBC? Name By Comparison?22:34 - Gilded Goblet Sponsorship23:29 - Cabbage Tourney Recaps50:07 - Why is It Cabbage Season?56:57 - Patreon Sponsorship57:40 - Who’s Ready to Sell Cabbages?14:57 - Let Us… Cabbage Wrap Up19:26 - End Credits

Check out Eisenherz's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@EisenherzMTG---Join the Bite Sized Patreon for Exclusive Perks: https://www.patreon.com/cw/BiteSizedMTG---Events I'm Going to:Misplay on The Lake April 18-19 Cleveland: https://topdeck.gg/event/misplay-on-t...The Quest: https://topdeck.gg/event/the-quest-part-1Just Jam D-Grid May 30th Phoenix AZ: https://topdeck.gg/event/d-grid-on-the-stack---💸 SponsorGilded Goblet Proxies — Premium cEDH proxies for players who want to compete without breaking the bank.https://gildedgoblet.com/📬 Connect with Me🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/SnackAdler277💬 Discord: bitesized_snack📣 DM me about:🌴 The California cEDH Circuit🎓 1-on-1 Coaching👍 Like if you enjoyed the interview---🎨 Artists & Channel Support🖌️ Pedro Banjo — Discord: pedrobanjo🧊 CamSit — https://camsit.carrd.co | Discord: cloneguin