Best Dimir Podcasts (2024)

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The Big Score, With Matt Costa 1:31:41

8d ago1:31:41

1:31:41

Dave is out in the world doing rad things, so we've got Matt Costa this week! Since they forgot to review the Big Score sheet last week, Matt is here to provide his input and catch us up on all things Magic-related.***WhiteCollector’s CageGrand AbolisherBlackGreed’s GambitRedGenerous PlundererGreenOmenpath JourneyMulti-ColoredLoot, the Key to Every…

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Gerry Makes Dave Think About New Cards (Outlaws Of Thunder Junction Previews) 1:30:36

12d ago1:30:36

1:30:36

They've done 40 episodes without ever talking about preview cards, but that ends now! Gerry forces Dave to evaluate cards he's never seen before and certainly has never played with. Unsurprisingly, Dave is quite good at it. ***WhiteAven InterrupterDust AnimusBlueDuelist of the MindJace ReawakenedSeize the SecretsBlack Forsaken MinerRedDemonic Rucku…

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The Untitled Episode 1:27:47

22d ago1:27:47

1:27:47

Gerry and Dave have a laundry list of Magic topics to discuss! There's Pioneer RCQ season, LMS Prague, Frank Karsten's incredible article on how many surveil lands is correct to play in Modern, and more. ***Frank's article: https://www.channelfireball.com/article/How-Many-Surveil-Lands-Should-You-Be-Playing-in-Modern-MTG/34e0ac98-3ef3-4e13-8ab4-542…

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Gerry Plays Magic, Wins Tournament 1:19:43

28d ago1:19:43

1:19:43

Gerry finally played Magic for the first time in a while and might have accidentally broken Modern? Was it because Dave's incessant nagging finally paid off? (Spoiler: No, no it was not.)Hear all about the legendary 24 person 15K held at Galaxy Con, what led to Gerry shuffling Zoo and Goryo's together, and what he thinks about the deck going forwar…

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Violent Outburst Is BANNED (And Maybe Nothing Changes?) 1:19:41

1M ago1:19:41

1:19:41

The new B&R announcement is verrrrrry interesting. Gerry Thompson and Dave Shiels talk about the specific cards, but also the announcement itself. Plus, both of them have tournaments this weekend to prep for.***Check out our sponsor, HeavyPlay! They're a card gaming accessories brand, with innovative takes on playmats, deck boxes, and sleeves. Most…

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Dave’s RCQ T8 With Dimir Midrange 1:22:08

1M ago1:22:08

1:22:08

Dave finally broke his RCQ curse and cruised to the Top 8 with Standard Dimir Midrange. He loved the deck, but hated one of Gerry’s favorite cards. He shares his matchups, what he’d change going forward, and whether or not he’d run it back. Plus, Gerry has SCG Philly this weekend, which means he’s thinking about Modern. This time, it means getting …

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Everything About Magic Con Chicago 1:14:51

2M ago1:14:51

1:14:51

Gerry and Dave break down everything from MC Chicago, including the Pioneer Pro Tour and Standard 75K! Is a new deck enough to sway their opinion on Pioneer? Does Vampires even count as "new?" Plus, how do the wild Standard results affect Dave's RCQ aspirations? Is he going to become a Splendid Reclamation gamer?***Check out our sponsor, HeavyPlay!…

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Gerry And Matt Both Won RCQs! 1:17:43

2M ago1:17:43

1:17:43

While Dave was busy acclimating back to normal life, Gerry and Matt were putting in work — Both of them won RCQs, and so did Dave’s brother Brian! To top it off, all three of them did it with different decks. Hear about how Gerry ended up on Boros Convoke, how Matt may have ruined Standard with Azorius Control, and what their recommendations are go…

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Why Gerry And Dave Couldn’t Win A Match At The RC 1:09:41

2M ago1:09:41

1:09:41

Why is Magic so hard? Gerry and Dave went to the Regional Championship in Denver, but neither won a match! Hear about their deck of choice, what happened, and whether they’d do it all over again. Plus, they talk Standard for the remaining RCQs. ***Check out our sponsor, HeavyPlay! They're a card gaming accessories brand, with innovative takes on pl…

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Did SCG Hartford Just Completely Warp RC Denver? 1:29:19

2M ago1:29:19

1:29:19

If there's a big tournament in Hartford, Matt Costa will be there. He'll also be here to tell you about his weekend playing Golgari Yawgmoth in both events. In the meantime, Dave might be putting down Indomitable Creativity for the time being. Another friend of the show, Adam Snook, took Grixis Death's Shadow into Sunday's Top 8 and he might have c…

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Is Seismic Assault Taking Over Modern? 1:24:46

3M ago1:24:46

1:24:46

After the recent Modern bannings, the format was in upheaval, but seemed to have settled into a fairly stable space. Or did it? Despite the metagame having every macro archetype represented and nothing seeming too strong, nearly the entire format revolves around creatures. We don't have Fury anymore, but we do have Seismic Assault! Incredible deck-…

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Dave Is Back Full-Time And Prepping For Modern 1:08:09

3M ago1:08:09

1:08:09

With SCG Hartford and RC Denver on the horizon, Gerry and Dave's attention turns to Modern. The metagame is solidifying, but is there any way to truly exploit that?Music:Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zookun | Music composed by Manami Matsumae & Takashi Tateishipatreon.com/gerrytpodcastyoutube.com/arenadeckliststwitter.com/g3rryttwitter.com/_Dav…

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Dave Returns And Falls In Love With Monastery Swiftspear In Standard 1:12:46

3M ago1:12:46

1:12:46

Dave is back, but Matt Costa is still here too! Hear about Matt's RCQ Top 8 with Domain Ramp, the cool deck that knocked him out, why Dave hates Ramp, and how aggro is taking over Standard.Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zookun | Music composed by Manami Matsumae & Takashi Tateishipatreon.com/gerrytpodcastyoutube.com/arenadeckliststwitter.com/mat…

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Why Matt Costa Wants To Play Domain Ramp 1:15:30

3M ago1:15:30

1:15:30

Last week, Gerry and Matt provided a couple decks that are great against Domain Ramp, but Matt is still going to play Ramp for his first RCQ. He talks about why, how he's broken away from the MTGO decklists, and where he thinks his decklist will end up for the tournament. In the meantime, Gerry further explored Rakdos Reanimator and likes what he f…

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Domain Ramp Is Beatable In Standard! 1:41:09

4M ago1:41:09

1:41:09

With Dave still on baby alert, Gerry is joined by Matt Costa this week. They sat down to figure out if Domain Ramp was beatable in Standard and thankfully the answer is a resounding YES! Not only that, but they were able to do it with two different decks. Before all that, they talk Pioneer and Modern ahead of SCGCIN because Gerry is back on the gri…

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Creativity Post-Ban And Rating Each Deck In Standard 1:45:08

4M ago1:45:08

1:45:08

Standard RCQ season is about to begin! Gerry and Dave have been trying all the decks out there and are ready to break down the pros and cons of each. But first, Dave has some updates for Indomitable Creativity in Modern. It's not getting much attention, but maybe it should?Music:Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zookun | Music composed by Manami Ma…

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Grinding Into The Regional Championship With Matt Costa 1:35:35

4M ago1:35:35

1:35:35

Gerry and Dave are joined by Pro Tour Top 8er Matt Costa, who successfully won a Last Chance Qualifier with his Izzet Drakes deck. They chat about their history together, why Matt would fly to an RC he wasn't qualified for, and his experience with Izzet Drakes in the new Pioneer format.Regional Championship decklists: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/to…

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Gerry Gets Ready For The Pioneer Regional Championship 1:29:07

4M ago1:29:07

1:29:07

Gerry has been going deep on Smuggler's Copter brews ever since the unban. Find out has merit, what didn't cut it, and how many cards Gerry has in his decks that Dave has never heard of.Music:Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zookun | Music composed by Manami Matsumae & Takashi Tateishipatreon.com/arenadecklistsyoutube.com/arenadeckliststwitter.com…

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BryanG Returns! 1:41:51

4M ago1:41:51

1:41:51

Gerry tricked Bryan into doing a podcast! Get updates on his life, then stick around for nonsense, just like old times. Music:Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zookun | Music composed by Manami Matsumae & Takashi Tateishipatreon.com/arenadecklistsyoutube.com/arenadeckliststwitter.com/arenadeckliststwitter.com/g3rryttwitter.com/_DaveShielstwitch.tv/…

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This Banned Announcement Is Awesome (And Also Has Some Problems) 1:57:36

5M ago1:57:36

1:57:36

An exciting B&R change means an emergency episode! Gerry and Dave dive into the changes, how they feel about them, and how Modern and Pioneer will look going forward. The Smuggler's Copter unban is a surprise that very few people saw coming and one that creates serious ramifications. Music:Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zookun | Music composed b…

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Gerry Finally Wins An RCQ (Plus A Pleasant WotC Surprise) 1:42:23

5M ago1:42:23

1:42:23

All it took for Gerry to win an RCQ was flying to Boston (and listening to Dave)! They also played the Arena Open, Legacy Showcase, and a Pioneer Challenge.Also, changes are coming to Pioneer and Modern, but what are they? Gerry's RCQ winning decklist: https://x.com/G3RRYT/status/1728558723931812003?s=20Music:Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zooku…

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Gerry Grinds RCQs, Dave Grinds MTGO 1:22:43

5M ago1:22:43

1:22:43

We've got a little bit of everything this week. Modern, Limited, Legacy, AND Vintage. It was so much that they forgot to talk about how Pioneer was broken over the weekend.By GerryT Podcast

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Gerry Goes To Pittsburgh 1:39:23

5M ago1:39:23

1:39:23

Spoiler: Gerry had medium results, but learned a ton about Beans, Scam, and Modern in general. He shares all of it, plus some of the promising ideas he hasn't been able to test yet.Friday decklist:4 Omnath, Locus of Creation4 Solitude4 Shardless Agent1 Eagles of the North3 Ardent Plea4 Up the Beanstalk4 Leyline Binding2 Fire // Ice2 Dead // Gone2 T…

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Gerry’s Plan For SCG Pittsburgh 1:21:48

5M ago1:21:48

1:21:48

Gerry is ready for Pittsburgh! Or is he? More Bean nonsense, more excuses for not playing Scam, and likely more losses are heading his way. Music:Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zookun | Music composed by Manami Matsumae & Takashi Tateishipatreon.com/arenadecklistsyoutube.com/arenadeckliststwitter.com/arenadeckliststwitter.com/g3rryttwitter.com/_…

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Gerry Spends The Weekend Playing Magic 1:37:37

6M ago1:37:37

1:37:37

What's a boy with no weekend plans to do? Play an ungodly amount of Magic in order to share what he learned. Why did Rakdos Scam risk giving Gerry a heart attack? What are the updates to Cascade Beans? How many times did Gerry queue into Mono-Black Coffers round 1? All these questions answered and more!Friday Challenge decklists (9th): https://www.…

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Dave Shiels Makes Third Top 8 In A Row! 1:54:09

6M ago1:54:09

1:54:09

Dave won the Standard event at SCG Dallas, and while he didn't go back-to-back that weekend, it did mark his third Top 8 in a row! With a family and a demanding job, how does he do it? Turns out, he might have a secret weapon...Music:Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zookun | Music composed by Manami Matsumae & Takashi Tateishipatreon.com/arenadeck…

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Stu Somers Explains The Impact Of Play Boosters 1:07:53

6M ago1:07:53

1:07:53

Bonus episode! Gerry has local game store owner Stu Somers on the podcast to explain the ramifications of play boosters. If you've ever wondered how a store makes money, what their relationship is like with WotC, or how play boosters are going to affect you or your LGS, this is the episode for you. Stu answers all your burning questions!Find Stu on…

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Breaking Modern And Standard For SCG Dallas 1:14:36

6M ago1:14:36

1:14:36

Spoiler: Gerry and Dave didn't break anything, but they have good versions of good decks and are (mostly) ready for SCG Dallas. They share their new technology, potential audibles, and growing fear of Three Blind Mice. Music:Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zookun | Music composed by Manami Matsumae & Takashi Tateishipatreon.com/arenadecklistsyout…

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Play Green Cards! 1:34:42

6M ago1:34:42

1:34:42

While Dave was on vacation, Gerry was rekindling his love for green cards. He catches Dave up on his controversial Modern decklist and valiantly tries to convince him that Golgari is playable in Standard.Modern decklist:4 Omnath, Locus of Creation4 Fury4 Solitude1 Endurance4 Up the Beanstalk4 Wrenn and Six4 Expressive Iteration2 Fable of the Mirror…

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Making Up For Lost Time 2:45:45

7M ago2:45:45

2:45:45

They missed last week, so Gerry and Dave are back this week with a MASSIVE episode! Why Gerry skipped Vegas, some WOE limited, Worlds results, Modern metagame updates, upcoming tournaments, which Standard cards to buy, and... relationship advice? Since Gerry explicitly said people shouldn't read his early writing, Dave made sure to dig up his first…

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Modern After Wilds Of Eldraine 1:27:23

7M ago1:27:23

1:27:23

Omnath won a massive Modern tournament online this weekend sporting an equally massive maindeck of 75 cards. Thanks to Up in the Beanstalk, we've returned to the discourse about playing more than 60 cards in Modern's favorite midrange pile.Modern Super Qualifier: https://www.mtgo.com/en/mtgo/decklist/modern-super-qualifier-2023-09-1012578844Modern …

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Dave Made Top Cut With Creativity! 1:18:43

7M ago1:18:43

1:18:43

Dave crushed Columbus so hard that even Gerry is an Indomitable Creativity main now. They both recap their weekends before going deep on Modern's former boogeyman, pointing out why it's great right now and where it should go moving forward.Dave's decklist: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/5842699#paperMusic:Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zookun …

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Picking Our Modern Decks For Columbus 1:22:39

8M ago1:22:39

1:22:39

Columbus is this weekend and neither Gerry nor Dave have locked in their Modern decks. Gerry has been grinding leagues to no avail while Dave was busy with having a life, so now they're both in trouble...Music:Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zookun | Music composed by Manami Matsumae & Takashi Tateishipatreon.com/arenadecklistsyoutube.com/arenade…

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The Adventures Of GerryT And Omnath 1:40:51

8M ago1:40:51

1:40:51

Gerry spent the weekend in North Carolina playing Modern and he's got a lot to say about it. He crushed the first day, but failed to make Top 8. Is Omnath worth running back? Plus, some very bad Pioneer ideas.Music:Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zookun | Music composed by Manami Matsumae & Takashi Tateishipatreon.com/arenadecklistsyoutube.com/ar…

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Three Major Modern Tournaments 1:42:04

8M ago1:42:04

1:42:04

Last weekend was a great time for Modern players, which means Gerry and Dave have a pile of decklists to analyze. Did anything new rise to the top? Was Tron sufficiently hated out? Was Rakdos able to keep its top spot in the format?Music:Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zookun | Music composed by Manami Matsumae & Takashi Tateishipatreon.com/arena…

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A Surprising B&R Update 1:24:30

8M ago1:24:30

1:24:30

In a shocking twist, Preordain and Mind's Desire are unbanned! Gerry and Dave examine their history and speculate on where they'll make an impact. They also talk about their recent experience in Pioneer, Modern, and Explorer. Plus, they've booked for their next tournament...Music:Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zookun | Music composed by Manami M…

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Pro Tour The Lord Of The Rings Aftermath 1:42:41

9M ago1:42:41

1:42:41

Gerry and Dave go over their favorite parts of the first Modern Pro Tour in four years. Did the PT play out the way they thought it would? How do the results influence what Gerry's going to play at his next tournament?Music:Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zookun | Music composed by Manami Matsumae & Takashi Tateishipatreon.com/arenadecklistsyoutu…

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Pro Tour Barcelona Modern Predictions 1:09:15

9M ago1:09:15

1:09:15

Gerry and Dave follow the ever evolving Modern metagame and make their predictions for the first Modern Pro Tour in four years. Is Modern simply The One Ring vs everything else? Are there any good choices against Rakdos Scam? Is Indomitable Creativity playable?Music:Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zookun | Music composed by Manami Matsumae & Taka…

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SCG Cincinnati Top 4 Storytime 1:30:39

9M ago1:30:39

1:30:39

Nobody gets sick of hearing about white guys failing upward, so there's no excuse to miss this episode! Gerry, Dave, and his brother Brian had a great showing in Cincinnati despite their best efforts and now it's time to share exactly how.Music:Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zookun | Music composed by Manami Matsumae & Takashi Tateishipatreon.co…

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Every Format For SCG Cincinatti 1:49:31

9M ago1:49:31

1:49:31

Gerry and Dave are headed for Cincinatti! They've put in the work and are sharing everything, including how they're leaning for Pioneer, Modern, and Legacy.Music:Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zookun | Music composed by Manami Matsumae & Takashi Tateishipatreon.com/arenadecklistsyoutube.com/arenadeckliststwitter.com/arenadeckliststwitter.com/g3r…

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Adjusting To The One Ring In Modern 1:15:50

10M ago1:15:50

1:15:50

Love it or hate it, this is one of the most exciting times in Modern's history. Lords of the Rings was an incredibly impactful set and The One Ring has dramatically altered the Modern landscape. Gerry is happy to see Four-Color Omnath back on top and Dave, previously a Creativity main, might have to reconsider his deck of choice.…

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Introducing Dave Shiels 1:14:34

10M ago1:14:34

1:14:34

Bryan's successor has been chosen! Get to know Dave, his impressive Magic resume, and how he's already getting Gerry to play more Magic. If you wanted the cast to focus more on weekly strategy, you have your wish.Music:Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zookun | Music composed by Manami Matsumae & Takashi Tateishipatreon.com/arenadecklistsyoutube.co…

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Bryan's Final Show 1:32:28

10M ago1:32:28

1:32:28

Real life has officially taken over and Bryan has to step down from the cast. With over 300 episodes under his belt, this podcast wouldn't be where it is today without his massive contributions. In his final regular appearance, Gerry and Bryan talk missed opportunities, regrets, and how they got together in the first place.Music:Mega Man 2 "Ending …

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Gerry's Decks For This Weekend 1:10:33

10M ago1:10:33

1:10:33

With Gerry headed to Baltimore this weekend and a plethora of events to choose from, which decks has he settled on playing? Bryan is somehow surprised by Gerry's rational and level-headed decision making process. Plus, very important MTG discourse and Pioneer RC results.Music:Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zookun | Music composed by Manami Matsu…

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Post RC Pioneer Checkup 1:09:40

10M ago1:09:40

1:09:40

With a huge weekend of Pioneer in the books, the boys are combing through the data, figuring out who the contenders and pretenders are after one of Pioneer’s biggest metagame shake ups in a very long time.Music:Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zookun | Music composed by Manami Matsumae & Takashi Tateishiarenadecklists.ggpatreon.com/arenadecklistst…

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Just Your Standard Bans 1:06:38

11M ago1:06:38

1:06:38

With a dramatic shakeup going down in Standard, it's time to check in with the boys and see what they think of the new format. Do they approve of the changes... or were they looking for something more?Music:Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zookun | Music composed by Manami Matsumae & Takashi Tateishiarenadecklists.ggpatreon.com/arenadeckliststwitc…

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This Modern League Is Spicy! 1:53:49

11M ago1:53:49

1:53:49

Even though Pioneer and Standard are more relevant this weekend, Gerry and Bryan take a look at one of the recent Modern leagues. Both MTGMOM and Aftermath added some cool toys to the format and the MTGO hivemind never fails to disappoint. (Don't worry, none of the decks are "literally Hogaak.")https://www.mtgo.com/en/mtgo/decklist/modern-league-20…

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Episode 84: Reviewing $2000 Arena Open Winning Draft 33:28

11M ago33:28

33:28

Josh and Chris sit down to go over the draft that won Chris $2000 during the last Arena Open. You can follow along at: https://www.17lands.com/draft/0cf4a965cbeb474fb1a07f7825898bcdBy Josh Phillips

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A Pioneer Deck Dump 2:08:47

11M ago2:08:47

2:08:47

With Pioneer back at the forefront of everyone’s mind for the latest RCQ season, it’s time for the boys to see what’s going on in the Magic Online Pioneer leagues.https://www.mtgo.com/en/mtgo/decklist/pioneer-league-2023-05-18Music:Mega Man 2 "Ending theme"Remix by zookun | Music composed by Manami Matsumae & Takashi Tateishiarenadecklists.ggpatreo…