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Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
Every week, LSV and BK cover all things Constructed, from the newest decks to Constructed fundamentals.
Like Batman or the Jedi or uh, the cast of Cocoon, LSV and BK have RETURNED! There's tons to talk about between bans, set champs and Neon Dynasty!
With NEO making impacts on every format, LSV and BK weigh in on which cards are a flash in the pan and which are here to stay.
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This action-packed episode covers the multi-format bans, Alchemy changes, and the electric highlights from Kamigawa!
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LSV and BK tackle a variety of topics this week - retroactive invites, the state of Alchemy, the recent Pauper bans and what the upcoming ban announcement might hold (for every format).
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With the Alchemy Arena Open coming this weekend, BK and LSV take a look at the best Alchemy cards, decks, and play patterns, and leave you with recommendations with what to play!
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The boys are back in town, and they go deep on Modern gameplay decisions. This episode has tips and tricks for all the most-played Modern staples!
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Alchemy has hit the (digital) streets, and LSV and BK break down what looks promising in the first day of testing!
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A new online-only format was just announced, and the guys do a deep dive on what the implications are and give their first takes on it!
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Luis and BK dive into the Standard metagame and look back at the Modern main event in Las Vegas to see what the format looks like in paper.
Eternal Weekend, Standard data and an overview of Crimson Vow with new official actual host not co-host BK. Yes the same BK.
LSV makes his triumphant return, as him and BK dole out awards for the best in each category in Crimson Vow. There are some good ones, and they go deep on how each new card could be used!
Alrund's Epiphany strikes again, as this episode took a few extra turns before being posted. BK has plenty to say about both Historic and Standard, and even more about Dune (with a special guest).
Your usual hosts BK and BK go over your questions from the CR Discord in this weeks more intimate show!
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Your usual hosts Marshall and BK go over what happened last weekend at Worlds as well as much more!
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LSV and BK breakdown what you can expect to see this weekend at MTG Worlds.
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LSV and BK take a good long look at Modern, and break down the best decks and cards from every archetype. Whether you're a fan of Modern or thinking about getting in, this is the episode for you.
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For every threat, there's a proper response - LSV and BK go over the different kinds of threats in Standard, why they are good, and how to answer them.
Deck of the WeekLegacy Dwarf Bugs
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BK and LSV break down the sweet stuff from day 1 of Innistrad's release, highlighting the cards and decks that stood out in Standard and Modern.
Decks of the WeekHuey's RG Werewolves
LSV's Dimir Control
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With the Arena Open this weekend, LSV and BK go over the metagame and the deck to beat, as well as covering the Innistrad cards that have caught their eye.
Decks of the WeekJeskai Control
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LSV just submitted his decklist for the highest-stakes tournament of the year - listen as the guys break down the list, as well as cover the "Ethical Gray Area" of the week.
Note that the start of the tournament got pushed back a day, so Friday is the new start day, not Thursday as said in the podcast
Decks of the WeekIzzet Yorion
BK is joined by special guest (and newest MPL member) Sam Pardee to break down what Historic Horizons has to offer!
Deck of the Week
Modern Calibrated Blast
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It's been a year of Constructed Resources and LSV and BK are taking this episode to answer all of your questions!
Magic is a mental game, and this week the guys talk about how to keep yours on point (including a very relevant example of LSV putting these lessons in action).
Decks of the Week
Historic Jeskai
Standard Naya
Naya Winota is the best deck in Standard right now, so BK and LSV take a deep dive on how to build it, how to play it, and how to beat it. If you're playing Standard, you won't want to miss it!
Deck of the Week
Jund Citadel
You asked, we answered - BK and LSV give you a full Standard format breakdown just in time for the Arena Open this weekend (and chat about Historic Jumpstart too).
Deck of the WeekStandard Winota
With Brainstorm suspended, BK and LSV tackle the reasons why, how winrates can be deceptive, and what the shape of Historic is now.
Decks of the WeekModern Mill
Pioneer Enigmatic Incarnation
If you're wondering what Standard 2022 is and it feels like to late to ask, BK and LSV have got you. They go over the format, why it exists, and what's good in it, as well as looking to what implications it has on the future.
Demilich is the most exciting AFR card previewed so far, and there's plenty more on top of that. The guys chat about their picks for the new set, and venture into the dungeon mechanic while they are at it.
Decks of the WeekOops, All Elementals
MonkeyStill
BK and LSV are back with another Prismatic episode, this time focusing on White. They cover everything from strengths to weaknesses, and tackle the age-old question of where it fits in the overall rankings.
Decks of the WeekJeskai StonebladeNaya Enchantress
Urza's Saga is making a huge impact on both Legacy and Modern, and it's not the only MH2 card to do so. LSV and BK give you the rundown, and even touch on the recent Historic ban.
Decks of the WeekJeskai Mutate
Undying Combo
LSV and BK talk all things MH2, with a look at what they think will make a big impact.
Decks of the WeekJeskai Turns
Sultai Ultimatum
With Thassa's Oracle getting the axe in Historic, LSV and BK delve into what comes next, and why they think the Tainted Pact deck is far from dead.
Decks of the WeekHistoric Jeskai
Twiddle Storm
In a special episode of Constructed Resources, LSV and BK talk about the recent Organized Play announcement, their takes on how we got here, and some thought on what may come next.
Announcement
With a huge announcement drop yesterday, BK and LSV cover their reactions, thoughts on topics such as rotation, and more!
Decks of the WeekSultai Titan's Nest
Modern Orzhov Hatebears
Keeping 1-landers, killing your own stuff, and setting strange Arena stops - these are all advanced plays that are sometimes right. BK and LSV cover high strategy, and where you should diverge from conventional wisdom.
Decks of the WeekRG Valakut
4c Bring to Light
Love it or hate it, Tron has been one of the pillars of Modern for the last decade. BK and LSV break down everything you need to know to understand it, play it, or beat it.
Decks of the WeekHistoric Rogues
Historic Jeskai Opus
Everything in Historic changed when the Mystical Archive attacked. LSV and BK cover what's hot and what's not on day 1 of the new Historic era.
Decks of the WeekSultai Ultimatum
Pioneer 4c Lukka
With the full Strixhaven card list available, LSV and BK see which cards have high marks and which get flunked (and not without disagreeing on the way).
Decks of the WeekModern Izzet Prowess
Pioneer Mono-Green
LSV and BK couldn't be more excited about the addition of Faithless Looting to Historic - they chat Arclight Phoenix, other Mystical Archive cards, and even review LSV's outstanding performance with Pig-Blade in the KHM Championship.
Decks of the WeekHistoric Cycling
Modern Golgari
BK grills LSV on his Kaldheim Championship decklists, and comes to the conclusion that trying to pull a fast one may not work out. The lads also cover Strixhaven previews, and even have one of their own!
Decks of the WeekTemur AdventuresAbzan Anti-Jund
In an episode worth keeping, LSV and BK go over everything you need to know about mulligans, ending with a review of a bunch of sample hands.
Decks of the WeekModern Heliod Company
Historic Turbo-Valki
LSV and BK investigate the way of the Lava Spike this week, with a full breakdown on Burn decks. How to play 'em, how to beat 'em, and a look at the Top 10 Burn cards of all time.
Decks of the WeekLee Shi Tian Burn
Matt Sperling Burn
LSV and BK bust out the mailbag, and answer questions about Constructed, Organized Play, why LSV played Mono-Red, and much more!
Decks of the WeekPioneer Jund Sacrifice
Naya Midrange
LSV and BK got some sweet Time Spiral Remastered preview cards from Wizards, so they discuss those (as well as breaking down what's hot and what's not in Standard right now).
Decks of the WeekArcanis Chord
Blue Living End
Wizards dropped the hammer on every format except Standard, and BK and LSV are ready to pick up the pieces. They weigh in on each format, with predictions as to what decks will rise and where you should look next.
Decks of the WeekMono-White Aggro
4-Color Cycling
LSV and BK take a good look at Standard, and one deck in particular has caught their eye. Emergent Ultimatum is a game-changer, and they explain how it's already started to take over the format (and some potential answers to it).
Decks of the WeekRune Dragon Combo
Sultai Ultimatum
BK and LSV are on their usual BS this episode, as they talk about all the nonsense decks, from Tibalt's Trickery to Oops, All Spells! and more. If you want to learn how to play them or how to beat them, this is the episode for you.
Decks of the WeekBoros Showdown
Modern Elves
Kaldheim's first day at school was a big one, and LSV and BK have all the goods, from LSV's obsession with Goldspan Dragon to whether land destruction is great in Standard.
Deck of the WeekUR Flash
BK and LSV try something a little different this week, as they draft their top picks from Kaldheim for Constructed impact. Will LSV force snow? Is BK going to be reasonable? Find out in this episode!
Decks of the WeekHammer Time
Historic Temur Ramp
Kaldheim previews are in full swing, so LSV and BK go deep on Giants, Snow, and more!
Deck of the WeekHistoric Splinter Twin
BK and LSV close out 2020 in a light-hearted review of the misses, the hits, the other misses, and everything else that happened in 2020.
With a big Historic tournament coming up this weekend, LSV and BK take a deep dive into Sultai Midrange. They go over how to build it, how to play it, and how to sideboard, as well as recommending the list they would play.
Decks of the WeekModern Rakdos Midrange
Historic Paradox Engine
CR-Approved Sultai ListHistoric Sultai Midrange
This week, LSV and BK run down everything you need to know about Historic and Pioneer, along with recommendations for decks they would play in each format.
Decks of the WeekHistoric Nine Lives
Pioneer Cleansing Wildfire
LSV and BK are both competing in the Zendikar Rising Championship - find out what they are playing and why, as they break down both Historic and Standard.
Decks of the WeekEsper Yorion
Rogues
Sultai
Jund Sacrifice
Aggro-Control is the hardest archetype to play, and often the best. LSV and BK break down everything you need to pilot the most frustrating archetype to face.
Decks of the WeekModern Yorion and Taxes
Standard Obosh Temur Adventures
LSV and BK kick off a new cycle of episodes, each focusing on what a color brings to Constructed. They start with Black, covering its strengths, weaknesses, and ways to make your black decks better.
Decks of the WeekMono-Blue Nykthos
Cleansing Wildfire Jeskai
TimestampsBlack Review - 11:30
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LSV and BK chat Kaladesh Remastered, a set which is sure to shake up Historic. Whether you want to spin the wheel with Aetherworks Marvel or grind the opponent out with Torrential Gearhulk, this episode is for you.
Decks of the WeekMono-Green Food
Modern Electrodominance
TimestampsKaladesh Review - 10:00
BK and LSV go to the mailbag for this episode, answering questions on topics that range from Constructed to the best players of all time.
Decks of the WeekRakdos Mill
Enduring Ideal
LSV and BK break down everything you need to play aggro - how to build your decks, how to play against removal, how to sideboard, and more.
Decks of the WeekModern GW Eladamri's Call
Standard Gruul
TimestampsAggro Action - 10:00
Rogues is one of the best decks in Standard, and has multiple distinct versions. BK and LSV break down the merits of each, and discuss ways to get the most out of your aggro-control decks.
TimestampsDecks of the Week - 01:45
Rogues Deckbuilding - 07:45
LinksModern RB Prowess
Standard GW Yorion
With bans completely changing the Standard landscape, LSV and BK discuss how to approach the wide-open format, and which decks have the most promise.
TimestampsStandard Bans - 04:10
How to Approach The New Format - 34:00
Initial Metagame List - 51:25
Decks of the Week
Oops, All Spells
Dimir Rogues
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With Grand Finals decklists in, LSV and BK break down both the lists LSV submitted, and go over the full Standard and Historic metagames.
TimestampsDecks of the Week - 02:00
Standard Metagame - 06:31
Historic Metagame - 35:00
DecklistsOmnath Adventures4c Turbo-Pig
LSV and BK go deep on gameplay, with tactics on how to improve your in-game decision-making. They talk about leveling, sequencing, and everything from your first land drop to how to close out a game.
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Decks of the Week - 02:27
How To Play Like a Pro - 8:28
Decks of the Week
- Omnath Adventures https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3432394#online
- Modern Mill https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3412920#paper
CR returns, with LSV and BK taking a deep dive on Double-Faced Lands, Zendikar, and how the new cards are impacting various Constructed formats.
TimestampsDecks of the Week: 02:26
Standard Metagame Overview: 08:26
Zendikar Reviews: 17:27
Decks of the WeekRG Modern Belcher: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3413292#paper
GW Auras Pioneer https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3412855#paper
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With Mythic Invitational decklists in, BK grills LSV on what he's playing, why, and what to expect from the biggest Historic event to date.
TimestampsZendikar Previews of the Week - 02:00
Invitational Historic Breakdown - 07:25
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Zendikar previews are popping off, so LSV and BK talk about all the most exciting ones for Constructed before tackling a wide variety of listener questions.
Deck of the WeekMono-Black God-Pharaoh's Gift
TimestampsDeck of the Week: 01:48
Zendikar Previews: 06:06
Q and A: 37:55
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In this week's Constructed Resources, LSV and BK go deep on how to play against control decks - they talk gameplay, deck construction, sideboarding, and more.
TimestampsHow to Beat Control Decks - 07:00
Bad Ways to Fight Control Decks - 44:00 Decks of the WeekRakdos Lurrus
Kiki Yorion
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LSV and BK do a pair of deep dives this week, covering everything you need to know about playing Temur Adventures in Standard and Jund Citadel in Pioneer. They talk sequencing, common interactions, sideboarding, and more!
TimestampsStandard Temur Adventures - 03:00
Pioneer Jund Citadel - 37:17
LinksTemur Adventures decklist
Jund Citadel
On this week's episode of Constructed Resources, LSV and BK review Amonkhet Remastered, with an eye to which new decks it will create in historic, capped with their top 10 picks from the set.
TimestampsDecks of the Week - 03:50Amonkhet Set Review - 07:00
Top 10 AKH Remastered Cards - 55:30
Decks of the Week:
Temur Elementals: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3283113#online
Pioneer Simic Reclamation: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/archetype/pioneer-wilderness-reclamation#online
On this week's Constructed Resources, LSV and BK evaluate the recent bannings, and give a comprehensive list of decks they are looking at for the rebooted Standard and Pioneer formats.
TimestampsStandard Bans and Decks to Watch - 05:50
Pioneer Bans and Decks to Watch - 32:00
The Historic Arena Open - 53:00
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LinksDecks of the WeekAzorious Control:https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/2714863#paper
Izzet Prowess:https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3239161#paper
On this week's Constructed Resources, LSV and BK tackle the seven most common sideboarding traps, and give you tips on how to avoid them.
TimestampsSideboarding Traps - 06:00
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Mardu Winota https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3234459#paper
Chandra’s Incinerator Burn https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3193331#paper
When one deck stands above the rest, should you play it, try to beat it, or go even deeper? LSV and BK go over the different approaches, common traps, and what they'd do in the current Temur-dominated Standard.
Timestamps03:10 - Decks of the Week
08:00 - Formats with a Best Deck
43:00 - How to Approach Current Standard
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LinksWhite Weenie in Standard
Vintage Paradoxical Bazaar
LSV and BK kick off their first episode of Constructed Resources, a weekly podcast devoted to covering everything Constructed. They start by evaluating the bans/unbans, and cover what M21 brought to Standard, as well as their current Standard Power Rankings.
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Deck of the Week: 4:30
Ban Discussion: 8:00
Standard Additions and Power Rankings: 25:00
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LinksDeck of the Week (4c Reclamation)