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Dominaria United Modern Set Review Sep 06, 2022

Show notes

Dominaria United prerelease was this past weekend. With the set officially out we take a look at what cards we believe will make a splash in Modern. Are there any cards you think we missed? If so let us know in the comments!

In the wake of Roe v Wade being overturned we encourage everyone to donate to charities that help support those most affected by this ruling. Below is a link where you help support.

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Join in the conversation on our Discord!

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Ben Bateman is going on tour! Show dates and tickets here: https://benbateman2021tour.bigcartel.com

If you want to customize you deck even more check out the Alter Sleeves link below! It really helps support the show.

https://altersleeves.com/themmcast

Looking to pick up some of the cards we discussed today? Use our link below to help support the show!

https://channelfireball.com?ref=alexkessler

Opening animation was done by Geoffrey Palmer. Follow him on

Twitter: @livingcardsmtg

@Living Cards MTG

Canadian Highlander Points List

https://canadianhighlander.wordpress.com/rules-the-points-list-and-deck-construction/

---- Contents ----

0:00 - Intro

00:04:02 - White

00:19:46 - Blue

00:41:57 - Black

00:54:37 - Red

01:12:11 - Green

01:29:22 - Gold

01:46:01 - Artifact

01:59:30 - Lands

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Competitive vs Casual and Rule Zero EDH With Josh Kim Aug 30, 2022

Show notes

This week we are joined by long time friend for the pod Josh Kim to discuss the growing divide between casual and competitive Magic.

~ Guest Info ~

Josh Kim

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/itsxell

Drop Dot D20 Kickstarter:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dropdotd20/drop-dot-d20-jumbo-dice

In the wake of Roe v Wade being overturned we encourage everyone to donate to charities that help support those most affected by this ruling. Below is a link where you help support.

https://events.softgiving.com/donate/WeWontGoBackMarathon

Join in the conversation on our Discord!

https://discord.com/invite/7zAZV8JK

Ben Bateman is going on tour! Show dates and tickets here: https://benbateman2021tour.bigcartel.com

If you want to customize you deck even more check out the Alter Sleeves link below! It really helps support the show.

https://altersleeves.com/themmcast

Looking to pick up some of the cards we discussed today? Use our link below to help support the show!

https://channelfireball.com?ref=alexkessler

Opening animation was done by Geoffrey Palmer. Follow him on

Twitter: @livingcardsmtg

@Living Cards MTG

Canadian Highlander Points List

https://canadianhighlander.wordpress.com/rules-the-points-list-and-deck-construction/

---- Contents ----

0:00 - Intro

Join The MMCast Patreon https://www.Patreon.com/TheMMCast

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Instagram: @Kess_Wylie

Twitch: Twitch.tv/Kessco

Ben:

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Instagram: @BenBatemanMedia

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Michael:

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What Is Going On With Magic 30? With Amanda Stevens Aug 16, 2022

Show notes

Wizards has announced their Magic 30 kick off event in Vegas. This week we discuss Magic 30 and how we feel about its execution. Plus later in the show we are joined by Amanda Stevens to discuss feeling around Magic 30's New Perspective Grant Program.

~ Guest Info ~

Amanda Stevens

Twitter: @AmandaTNStevens

Drop Dot D20 Kickstarter:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dropdotd20/drop-dot-d20-jumbo-dice

In the wake of Roe v Wade being overturned we encourage everyone to donate to charities that help support those most affected by this ruling. Below is a link where you help support.

https://events.softgiving.com/donate/WeWontGoBackMarathon

Join in the conversation on our Discord!

https://discord.com/invite/7zAZV8JK

Ben Bateman is going on tour! Show dates and tickets here: https://benbateman2021tour.bigcartel.com

If you want to customize you deck even more check out the Alter Sleeves link below! It really helps support the show.

https://altersleeves.com/themmcast

Looking to pick up some of the cards we discussed today? Use our link below to help support the show!

https://channelfireball.com?ref=alexkessler

Opening animation was done by Geoffrey Palmer. Follow him on

Twitter: @livingcardsmtg

@Living Cards MTG

Canadian Highlander Points List

https://canadianhighlander.wordpress.com/rules-the-points-list-and-deck-construction/

---- Contents ----

0:00 - Intro

00:03:28 - Kickstarter Announcement

00:23:17 - Unfinity

00:49:18 - Dominaria United

01:08:53 - STORY SPOILERS

Join The MMCast Patreon https://www.Patreon.com/TheMMCast

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Kess:

Twitter: @Kesswylie

Instagram: @Kess_Wylie

Twitch: Twitch.tv/Kessco

Ben:

Twitter: @benbatemanmedia

Instagram: @BenBatemanMedia

Twitch: Twitch.tv/BenBatemanStreams

Michael:

Twitter @Dudardd

Website: kess.co/themmcast

Email: themmcast@kess.co

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Breaking Down Maro's State of Magic Design 2022 Aug 09, 2022

Show notes

It is a Kess one man show this week as we breakdown Maro's State of Magic Design article. What did he have to say about the last year in design and do we agree with his assessment?

Want to read the article for yourself? Link below!

https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/making-magic/state-design-2022-2022-08-01

Drop Dot D20 Kickstarter:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dropdotd20/drop-dot-d20-jumbo-dice

In the wake of Roe v Wade being overturned we encourage everyone to donate to charities that help support those most affected by this ruling. Below is a link where you help support.

https://events.softgiving.com/donate/WeWontGoBackMarathon

Join in the conversation on our Discord!

https://discord.com/invite/7zAZV8JK

Ben Bateman is going on tour! Show dates and tickets here: https://benbateman2021tour.bigcartel.com

If you want to customize you deck even more check out the Alter Sleeves link below! It really helps support the show.

https://altersleeves.com/themmcast

Looking to pick up some of the cards we discussed today? Use our link below to help support the show!

https://channelfireball.com?ref=alexkessler

Opening animation was done by Geoffrey Palmer. Follow him on

Twitter: @livingcardsmtg

@Living Cards MTG

Canadian Highlander Points List

https://canadianhighlander.wordpress.com/rules-the-points-list-and-deck-construction/

---- Contents ----

0:00 - Intro

00:03:28 - Kickstarter Announcement

00:23:17 - Unfinity

00:49:18 - Dominaria United

01:08:53 - STORY SPOILERS

Join The MMCast Patreon https://www.Patreon.com/TheMMCast

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MMcast Twitch: twitch.tv/kesswylie

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Kess:

Twitter: @Kesswylie

Instagram: @Kess_Wylie

Twitch: Twitch.tv/Kessco

Ben:

Twitter: @benbatemanmedia

Instagram: @BenBatemanMedia

Twitch: Twitch.tv/BenBatemanStreams

Michael:

Twitter @Dudardd

Website: kess.co/themmcast

Email: themmcast@kess.co

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The problem with Acorn sets and Massive Magic Story Spoilers!!! Plus Our New Kickstarter! Aug 02, 2022

Show notes

****MASSIVE STORY SPOILERS AT 01:09:03!!!!!!****

We are back and taking a look at the big news coming out of SDCC regarding Unfinity and Dominaria. We also delve into the big plot points that were leaked so be warned. Also we're doing a kickstarter and we're so excited to tell you about it!!

Drop Dot D20 Kickstarter:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dropdotd20/drop-dot-d20-jumbo-dice

In the wake of Roe v Wade being overturned we encourage everyone to donate to charities that help support those most affected by this ruling. Below is a link where you help support.

https://events.softgiving.com/donate/WeWontGoBackMarathon

Join in the conversation on our Discord!

https://discord.com/invite/7zAZV8JK

Ben Bateman is going on tour! Show dates and tickets here: https://benbateman2021tour.bigcartel.com

If you want to customize you deck even more check out the Alter Sleeves link below! It really helps support the show.

https://altersleeves.com/themmcast

Looking to pick up some of the cards we discussed today? Use our link below to help support the show!

https://channelfireball.com?ref=alexkessler

Opening animation was done by Geoffrey Palmer. Follow him on

Twitter: @livingcardsmtg

@Living Cards MTG

Canadian Highlander Points List

https://canadianhighlander.wordpress.com/rules-the-points-list-and-deck-construction/

---- Contents ----

0:00 - Intro

00:03:28 - Kickstarter Announcement

00:23:17 - Unfinity

00:49:18 - Dominaria United

01:08:53 - STORY SPOILERS

Join The MMCast Patreon https://www.Patreon.com/TheMMCast

Discord: https://discord.gg/fjYdTwS

MMcast Twitch: twitch.tv/kesswylie

Instagram: @TheMMCast

Kess:

Twitter: @Kesswylie

Instagram: @Kess_Wylie

Twitch: Twitch.tv/Kessco

Ben:

Twitter: @benbatemanmedia

Instagram: @BenBatemanMedia

Twitch: Twitch.tv/BenBatemanStreams

Michael:

Twitter @Dudardd

Website: kess.co/themmcast

Email: themmcast@kess.co

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/170382890167965/?ref=share

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How Do You Feel About The Modern Magic Aesthetic? Jul 19, 2022

Show notes

In the last year we've seen everything from computer chips, mechs, and Tommy Guns to gods from other IPs show up in Magic sets? Is this too much of a departure from the core Magic aesthetic? This week we are joined by Carson Masse and Joe Seip to discuss.

~ Guest Info ~

Carson Masse

Twitter: @Cmassive13

Joel Seip

Twitter: @LeojPies

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/LeojPies1

In the wake of Roe v Wade being overturned we encourage everyone to donate to charities that help support those most affected by this ruling. Below is a link where you help support.

https://events.softgiving.com/donate/WeWontGoBackMarathon

Join in the conversation on our Discord!

https://discord.com/invite/7zAZV8JK

Ben Bateman is going on tour! Show dates and tickets here: https://benbateman2021tour.bigcartel.com

If you want to customize you deck even more check out the Alter Sleeves link below! It really helps support the show.

https://altersleeves.com/themmcast

Looking to pick up some of the cards we discussed today? Use our link below to help support the show!

https://channelfireball.com?ref=alexkessler

Opening animation was done by Geoffrey Palmer. Follow him on

Twitter: @livingcardsmtg

@Living Cards MTG

Canadian Highlander Points List

https://canadianhighlander.wordpress.com/rules-the-points-list-and-deck-construction/

---- Contents ----

0:00 - Intro

Join The MMCast Patreon https://www.Patreon.com/TheMMCast

Discord: https://discord.gg/fjYdTwS

MMcast Twitch: twitch.tv/kesswylie

Instagram: @TheMMCast

Kess:

Twitter: @Kesswylie

Instagram: @Kess_Wylie

Twitch: Twitch.tv/Kessco

Ben:

Twitter: @benbatemanmedia

Instagram: @BenBatemanMedia

Twitch: Twitch.tv/BenBatemanStreams

Michael:

Twitter @Dudardd

Website: kess.co/themmcast

Email: themmcast@kess.co

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/170382890167965/?ref=share

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Does Modern Actually Need a Banlist? Jul 12, 2022

Show notes

Modern has an extensive banlist that houses some of the most powerful cards in Magic's history. But, does everything on that list need to be there? This week we take a look at what we believe can and should come off the Modern banlist.

In the wake of Roe v Wade being overturned we encourage everyone to donate to charities that help support those most affected by this ruling. Below is a link where you help support.

https://events.softgiving.com/donate/WeWontGoBackMarathon

Join in the conversation on our Discord!

https://discord.com/invite/7zAZV8JK

Ben Bateman is going on tour! Show dates and tickets here: https://benbateman2021tour.bigcartel.com

If you want to customize you deck even more check out the Alter Sleeves link below! It really helps support the show.

https://altersleeves.com/themmcast

Looking to pick up some of the cards we discussed today? Use our link below to help support the show!

https://channelfireball.com?ref=alexkessler

Opening animation was done by Geoffrey Palmer. Follow him on

Twitter: @livingcardsmtg

@Living Cards MTG

Canadian Highlander Points List

https://canadianhighlander.wordpress.com/rules-the-points-list-and-deck-construction/

---- Contents ----

0:00 - Intro

Join The MMCast Patreon https://www.Patreon.com/TheMMCast

Discord: https://discord.gg/fjYdTwS

MMcast Twitch: twitch.tv/kesswylie

Instagram: @TheMMCast

Kess:

Twitter: @Kesswylie

Instagram: @Kess_Wylie

Twitch: Twitch.tv/Kessco

Ben:

Twitter: @benbatemanmedia

Instagram: @BenBatemanMedia

Twitch: Twitch.tv/BenBatemanStreams

Michael:

Twitter @Dudardd

Website: kess.co/themmcast

Email: themmcast@kess.co

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/170382890167965/?ref=share

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Are There Too Many Set Releases In Magic? Jul 05, 2022

Show notes

Lately it seems as though there is a new product every week. This week we discuss why that is, if it's a good thing, and what should be done about Magic's current release schedule.

In the wake of Roe v Wade being overturned we encourage everyone to donate to charities that help support those most affected by this ruling. Below is a link where you help support.

https://events.softgiving.com/donate/WeWontGoBackMarathon

Join in the conversation on our Discord!

https://discord.com/invite/7zAZV8JK

Ben Bateman is going on tour! Show dates and tickets here: https://benbateman2021tour.bigcartel.com

If you want to customize you deck even more check out the Alter Sleeves link below! It really helps support the show.

https://altersleeves.com/themmcast

Looking to pick up some of the cards we discussed today? Use our link below to help support the show!

https://channelfireball.com?ref=alexkessler

Opening animation was done by Geoffrey Palmer. Follow him on

Twitter: @livingcardsmtg

@Living Cards MTG

Canadian Highlander Points List

https://canadianhighlander.wordpress.com/rules-the-points-list-and-deck-construction/

---- Contents ----

0:00 - Intro

Join The MMCast Patreon https://www.Patreon.com/TheMMCast

Discord: https://discord.gg/fjYdTwS

MMcast Twitch: twitch.tv/kesswylie

Instagram: @TheMMCast

Kess:

Twitter: @Kesswylie

Instagram: @Kess_Wylie

Twitch: Twitch.tv/Kessco

Ben:

Twitter: @benbatemanmedia

Instagram: @BenBatemanMedia

Twitch: Twitch.tv/BenBatemanStreams

Michael:

Twitter @Dudardd

Website: kess.co/themmcast

Email: themmcast@kess.co

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/170382890167965/?ref=share

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Modern Singleton Format and More Jun 21, 2022

Show notes

This week we take a look at a version of Canadian Highlander that uses the Modern card pool and discuss what a no reserve list singleton format would look like. Plus early Double Masters previews and MTG Vegas is coming back!

Join in the conversation on our Discord!

https://discord.com/invite/7zAZV8JK

Ben Bateman is going on tour! Show dates and tickets here: https://benbateman2021tour.bigcartel.com

If you want to customize you deck even more check out the Alter Sleeves link below! It really helps support the show.

https://altersleeves.com/themmcast

Looking to pick up some of the cards we discussed today? Use our link below to help support the show!

https://channelfireball.com?ref=alexkessler

Use these links to help support The Trevor Project

https://mtgproshop.com/pride

https://shop.ultrapro.com/products/secret-lair-may-2022-sol-ring-standard-gaming-playmat-for-magic-the-gathering

https://secretlair.wizards.com/us/product/758581/pride-across-the-multiverse-foil-edition

Opening animation was done by Geoffrey Palmer. Follow him on

Twitter: @livingcardsmtg

@Living Cards MTG

Canadian Highlander Points List

https://canadianhighlander.wordpress.com/rules-the-points-list-and-deck-construction/

---- Contents ----

0:00 - Intro

Join The MMCast Patreon https://www.Patreon.com/TheMMCast

Discord: https://discord.gg/fjYdTwS

MMcast Twitch: twitch.tv/kesswylie

Instagram: @TheMMCast

Kess:

Twitter: @Kesswylie

Instagram: @Kess_Wylie

Twitch: Twitch.tv/Kessco

Ben:

Twitter: @benbatemanmedia

Instagram: @BenBatemanMedia

Twitch: Twitch.tv/BenBatemanStreams

Michael:

Twitter @Dudardd

Website: kess.co/themmcast

Email: themmcast@kess.co

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/170382890167965/?ref=share

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New Capenna and Baldur's Gate Artisan Commander Set Review Jun 14, 2022

Show notes

This week Marshall is back and he is joined by fellow Artisan player Tony Houst to take a look at where the Artisan Commander format is following Baldur's Gate and New Capenna.

~ Guest Info ~

Tony Houst

@Houstofcards on insta and twitter

Double Midnight Comics

@dmcomics on twitter and Instagram

Ben Bateman is going on tour! Show dates and tickets here: https://benbateman2021tour.bigcartel.com

If you want to customize you deck even more check out the Alter Sleeves link below! It really helps support the show.

https://altersleeves.com/themmcast

Looking to pick up some of the cards we discussed today? Use our link below to help support the show!

https://channelfireball.com?ref=alexkessler

Opening animation was done by Geoffrey Palmer. Follow him on

Twitter: @livingcardsmtg

@Living Cards MTG

---- Contents ----

0:00 - Intro

00:06:28 - New Capenna Legends

00:15:21 - New Capenna Non-Legendary

00:34:17 - Baldur's Gate Legends

00:51:08 - Backgrounds

01:31:22 - Baldur's Gate Non-Legendary

Join The MMCast Patreon https://www.Patreon.com/TheMMCast

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MMcast Twitch: twitch.tv/kesswylie

Instagram: @TheMMCast

Kess:

Twitter: @Kesswylie

Instagram: @Kess_Wylie

Twitch: Twitch.tv/Kessco

Ben:

Twitter: @benbatemanmedia

Instagram: @BenBatemanMedia

Twitch: Twitch.tv/BenBatemanStreams

Michael:

Twitter @Dudardd

Website: kess.co/themmcast

Email: themmcast@kess.co

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/170382890167965/?ref=share

Produced by Time Traveler Media - https://www.timetravelermedia.com

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