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#353 - Into the Nexus: “Plat Twins” Dec 24, 2020

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Into the Nexus is here to bring you the Heroes of the Storm news: Rain, Sleet or Holiday Snow! Garrett and Kyle have been playing a lot together and share some stories from their Plat-tastic adventures. We also note that some CCL players are over the honeymoon and are ready to see some fundamental map changes. But despite the Holiday festivities, we do need to get serious for a moment here: What is going to happen at BlizzcOnline. What can we expect from the devs and Blizzard as a whole. And in light of the Hearthstone news, what is the future of esports at Activision Blizzard?!

#352 - Into the Nexus: “Eventful Anomalies” Dec 17, 2020

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A classic Garrett and Kyle episode! The hosts navigate through the two week meta update and Hogger is doing well despite difficulty. Climbing and feasting on win-rates. They also check out how the balance has fared since the Medallion removal. But the real drama, where is the winter update? Fans fear the Toys event won’t make its triumphant return. Will there be a Holiday next week? Are the devs saving up something big for BlizzcOnline? Your emails and more. ITN is supported by our badass Patrons.

#351 - Into the Nexus: “CavalierGuest Guests” Dec 10, 2020

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CavalierGuest guest on this week’s Into the Nexus! The CCL Coach and content creator shares his knowledge with Garrett and Kyle, and you the listener! Learn about Hogger and how he is busted! See the Meta! Draft your heart out and be kind to one another. Community questions and more fill out this wonder episode. ITN is supported by our badass Patrons. You can become a ITN Patron by going to Patreon.com/itn.

#350 - Into the Nexus: “Hogg Wild Style” Dec 03, 2020

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Hogger is out and while he may be hard, may be unique, he is not performing well. Seems some buffs might be in order, though it doesn’t make him any less fun. There is a lot of happenings in the Nexus including a new change to the way group MMR will be calculated. Garrett and Kyle dive deep on this mystery and provide some insight on these now active changes. Follow it up with emails and you got a rockin’ 350th episode to enjoy. Support the show over at Patreon.com/itn.

#349 - Into the Nexus: “Poggers for Hogger” Nov 24, 2020

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It happened! Hogger is IN! The Public Test Realm is live and we have gotten a look at the new Bruiser coming to Heroes of the Storm. Garrett and Kyle give an in depth rundown of all the gnollish happenings. There is also balance to be had, many of which mirror the CCL happenings. Oh, and Gladiator's Medallion is being removed. Enjoy this early holiday special (for Americans anyway) of Into the Nexus.

#348 - Into the Nexus: “Personal Issue with Circles” Nov 19, 2020

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Garrett and Kyle are here with all the Heroes of the Storm goodness. A Two Week Balance Check in perhaps? How about a look at who needs a rework? Or perhaps a Battlepass in Heroes future? Lets see what’s going on over at Hearthstone. Your emails and more, make this the perfect ITN episode for your commute or background enjoyment.

#347 - Into the Nexus: “Bruise Cruise” Nov 12, 2020

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Into the Nexus is back and so is Garrett! The Heroes Hosts run you through all the various influences and impacts of the ongoing CCL tournament, but first, Garrett gets a chance to comment on the most recent patch. Much has changed since his departure, including a host of new main assassins, comp structures and Medallion fall out. What will happen in three weeks? Will the Medallion stay? Will it change? And should you be banning Medivh?! Stay tuned to find out.

#346 - Into the Nexus: "Patch of Plenty" with Not_Paradox Nov 06, 2020

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Host Kyle Fergusson and guest Not_Paradox lead you through a MEATY Patch! Warhead Junction gets an update, along with a massive pile of changes to Bruisers, many being brought into balance with the new D.Va and Gazlowe changes. Of course, we don’t want any Hero to feel left out, so we hit them all! Prepare yourself for a massive episode. Enjoy!

#345 - Into the Nexus: “Put a ring on it” Oct 29, 2020

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Garrett is back, Blue Posts are in and Kyle has new teams! We get word from Blizzard about Mei, Deathwing, percent damage and Sonya Leap. We also get to a little CCL talk and the hot strategies and noteworthy happenings from this past weekend's Icebreaker. Finish it out with your emails. Enjoy! ITN is supported by our badass Patrons.

#344 - Into the Nexus: "CCL Special with Bahamut" Oct 22, 2020

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This week’s show is joined by CCL ambassador, caster and analyst BahamutGaming. The CCL (Community Clash League) by HeroesHearth and Wisdom Gaming starts up this weekend with it’s Icebreaker tournament. Kyle and Bahamut give you the big rundown of the players, organizations, prize pools, schedules and more. Of course we also hit out two week balance patch review, but mostly we get into the thick of the upcoming tournament play. Garrett is out of town, but will return soon. Enjoy! Give a pair of Bombas socks when you buy a pair, and get twenty percent off your first purchase at Bombas.com/nexus.

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