February 07, 2024

[VIDEO ]Premodern: A Miser's Guide w/ Mike Flores

53 minutes

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.

Takeaways

The pre-modern format allows for constant innovation and experimentation with deck designs.

There is a diverse range of decks in the pre-modern metagame, with players exploring different strategies and approaches.

Banning certain cards, such as Phyrexian Dreadnought, may be necessary to maintain balance in the format.

A rotating ban list could be an interesting solution to keep the format fresh and encourage new deck ideas.

Pre-modern offers a high level of customization and personalization, allowing players to express their creativity through deck choices and card alterations. Artifacts can have different effects on gameplay and can be strategically used to gain advantages.

Michael Flores can be found on YouTube, Cool Stuff Inc., and social media platforms.

The Premodern for Non-Idiots Facebook group is a thriving community for pre-modern Magic players.

The Boomer Book Club is a podcast that discusses Magic: The Gathering books and provides insights into the game's history.

Nostalgic experiences and memories of playing Magic in the past can bring joy and create connections among players.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

09:27 The Appeal of Pre-Modern

18:00 The Current Metagame

26:39 The Potential Impact of Banned Cards

38:05 The Idea of a Rotating Ban List

38:46 Exploring Unique Deck Ideas

40:05 Discussion about artifacts and gameplay

42:29 Where to find Michael Flores online

43:08 The Premodern for Non-Idiots Facebook group

46:28 Boomer Book Club

52:48 Memories of playing Magic in the past

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