Sky Sessions: Recent Episodes
blankHandle
SkyWeaver Podcast with Meta analysis, deck study, game insight, statistical breakdowns, and fun conversation.
With Cytus and JustAddBacon, hosted by blankHandle.
Welcome to the revamped SkySessions. We are moving from a weekly to a monthly schedule. Thanks for sticking with us. In this Episode we cover balance changes and new Hero powers. We also Delve into what can be done with Fox, and Bacon says, "We have Iris at home."
Enjoy the episode, and See you in the sky.
Thanks for joining us after a two-week SkySessions break. Today we talk about the 4 latest hero powers and important card changes from the last two patches. blankHandle talks about Banjo OTK and Cytus is safe from the rain.
In this episode, the crew goes over patch #120 as well as the five new heart cards recently released. They find something non-skyweaver-related that they all can agree on, and Bacon keeps telling me how to edit a podcast.
In this episode, Bacon and blankHandle start talking too much philosophy, but luckily Cytus is there to bring them back to the topic of Duel Prism Hero Power Designs. The crew reveals the powers they designed and goes over the contest winner. An hour in Bacon hits Blank with a devastating zinger, and maybe the power dynamic shifts forever.
In this episode, Cytus, JustAddBacon, and blankHandle discuss decks that counter the current polarized Skyweaver meta. They discuss how to design duel prim hero powers while Bacon goes down an if-then logic hole. Cytus gives his input on what the hardest hero to balance is.
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Due to scheduling conflicts, we could not get Matta and Coulter_Baker for this episode. We will have them on soon.
A brief check-in discussion with JustAddBacon and blankHandle. Bacon takes over hosting and grills blankHandle on how he would do things differently. They talk about decks and get along better than you would expect.
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This is the first SkySession since the massive update that is Patch#118. The crew discusses mana crystal changes, mulligan, starter decks, and hero powers. Cytus has some deep insight into the widespread effects of core gameplay changes. Bacon and blankHandle argue about everything. blankHandle brings a deck, and Bacon mocks it, decides he loves it, and steals it over the course of an hour. As punishment, Bacon has to tackle a last-minute math problem. Listen for insight into massive changes.
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Next week Coulter_Baker and Matta the Skyweaver game designers are back on the Podcast.
If you have question you want them to answer fill out out mailbag that can be found here: https://forms.gle/LVjSyUUMSmyaviVy5
In this episode of SkySessions, the crew takes on elemental identities by identifying each element's key qualities and discussing what makes them unique. Bacon makes sure to be a contrarian, and blankHandle gives answers based on his feelings. Also discussed is the meta and the possibility of a much sooner-than-advertised starter deck launch.
In this extra fun episode of SkySessions, the crew answers listeners' questions from a classic Screw, Marry, Kill question to thoughtful game design preferences. Cytus goes over his adventures with decks for the past week and does so in some evil maniac-type way. Everyone decides what kind of sword they are getting hit in the face with.
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This is episode number 22 of SkySessions the SkyWeaver Podcast. The crew goes over the numerous changes that have happened over the last two weeks and gives context and opinion on all.
Next Episode we are taking your questions. Fill free to take a moment and submit your questions to the SkySessions MailBag. https://forms.gle/UsDtRMzccKvnbNc56
SkySessions dives into the pros and cons of Skyweaver's crypto nature. Technical details are discussed and incorrectly asserted. This podcast addresses what is gained and lost from blockchain integration. Things also covered are Gerry the Goon's possible place among dominant cards, the Skysessions band, and Bacon's plans to scam everyone.
Cytus, JustAddBacon, and blankHandle are chatting again. This week they talk a lot about what they have been playing and seeing on the ladder. They discuss is the earth element will ever be viable. All the dragons get another pass while it is still being determined which are the best. Bacon goes on a bit of a tangent trying to define "tempo." If you have the intention span he has some interesting insights.
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Cytus, JustAddBacon, and blankHandle go over the massive buffs just unleashed on the sky in patch #114. Not much is talked about the mechshroom problem but buff theory is addressed. Dragons got better for the most part, but the crew thinks some might become underperformers. Grave Sitti gameplay is discussed and how the new card changes are expected to effect that deck specifically.
Cytus Horik Swarm:
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Just Cytus and blankHandle for this episode. They go over the 5 new cards releasing with the new season. They talk tribal decks. In addition during this podcast a lot is discussed about the dust mechanic. Listen now for some insight into Skyweaver with some attempts at humor included.
The SkySessions crew go over all things removal. They talk about the cost formula that goes into making fair removal, mention their least and most favorite removals in the game. In the episode it is discussed how removal has changed with time for Skyweaver and whether the term RemovalWeaver still applies.
In this episode of Sky Sessions, Cytus, JustAddBacon, and blankHandle sit down to discuss the 2023 roadmap with Game Director Eddie Fear.We cover 2023 goals for the game and try our best to clear up some misinformation going around. Topics covered are; Hero Powers, Starter Decks, Gold Utility, Expansions, Draft mode, Rarity, Balance (or game health), Cosmetics, as well as more. Listen as we do our best to get answers.
Cytus and blankHandle together go over the roadmap reveal and patch #112 in brief. Next week the plan is to go in depth however a quick overview was prudent. They talk about some things they really like coming to Sky and a few things they are underwhelmed by. Positive ideas for the future of Skyweaver and some area that caution is advised. Stick with us because the plan for next week is to go in depth with our hard hitting questions with the director of Skyweaver Eddie Fear.
blankHandle, Cytus, and JustAddBacon are back again with episode 14 of Skysessions. In this one they talk about what is meta, possible continued cheats powered by hexed siren, how much burn is too much both from the grave and from hand. Also discussed is what cards would still not see play after a cost reduction.
Light Horik
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Cytus, JustAddBacon, and blankHandle have made it to episode 13 of SkySessions. Today they talk about the downfalls of crypto gaming and what Horizon is doing to overcome them. The team postulates on what cards would become super OP if their cost was reduced by one. The podcast goes a little long talking about the many well liked changes that came with patch 111.
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Cytus returns with JustAddBacon and blankHandle on episode 12 of Skysession the Skyweaver Podcast. In this episode they talk a little about what they personally like to play and their strengths and weaknesses as players. Bacon reassures people of his prowess. The team talks about how strong burn is in Skyweaver and when it's best to go face as an aggro player. Control, Midrange, Combo, and Aggro are discussed with special consideration given to zoo style. Also discussed is the usefulness of hand reveal cards and the casters cook up what could be the best meme deck yet.
Cytus' Metal Mira:
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Aggro Meng'Long Titus:
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Nablesse Joins JustAddBacon and blankHandle for episode 11 of Skysessions. He gives his insight as a dominate competitive player. The group talks about Discovery including its skill expression, how to determine what heroes to play, and becoming better. There is discussion on exploitative strategies in conquest and tournaments as well as how Nablesse feels about streaming conquest. Also covered is Patch 111 that just got released. The podcasters are optimistic and have a positive outlook on the future of Skyweaver even if they are sometimes critical.
Cytus, JustAddBacon, and blankHandle tackle game balance. How Skyweaver developers currently make changes, shortcomings they may have and solutions. They also cover some ideas of novel ways to balance in the future. Also discussed is the post patch 109 Meta.
blankHandle's Mummies deck:
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Cytus, JustAddBacon, and blankHandle talk about the things each prism does well and delve into their weaknesses. Some new janky ideas with Stormbreaker are discussed and we cover balance patch 109.
Cytus, JustAddBacon, and blankHandle revisit patch 108. They discuss what prisms deserve strong buffs, Current imbalance in Wisdom, and the Blight mechanic. Also covered is the benefit of mono decks and how much burn is too much.
Cytus, JustAddBacon, and blankHandle dive into patch 108. They discuss what amount of complexity they prefer in a card game, talk about the new nerfs and buffs, and cover emerging strategies. They talk so much that they run out of time. Patch 108 review will have a part 2.
I this episode of SkySessions with Cytus, JustAddBacon, and blankHandle they delve into some of the Armis Lore. There is discussion on OP combos that haven't made it into the meta yet. Effects are looked at in-depth. In addition there is the regular meta analysis.
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Cytus, JustAddBacon, and blankHandle talk in depth about the newest SkyWeaver patch. They delve into some new guard strategies, new uses for nerfed cards, and talk about how agility can do more damage by hurting themselves. Also the deck blankHandle has nightmares about is discussed, Bacon feels certain ways about wisdom, and Cytus faces the idea that every card he loves will get nerfed.Shroom Dig: SWxSTH023JdCSNgqKRoxgieyhxvzhSSAkHCT5YG6chALpNwpy6p5BpebpnZQkFXSvexoZePvm1d29hiUeG3X8PzxUB
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In this very special episode of SkySessions Cytus, JustAddBacon, and blankHandle take their questions straight to the source. Listen as they interview lead lore and game designers Coulter_Baker and Matta with and extra special surprise guest. Discussion focuses on Hexbound invasion cards and lore, game design and card balancing theory with a few general Skyweaver questions for good measure. Enjoy some laughs while we get you some answers.
In the first episode of Sky Sessions since the release of Hexbound Invasion Cytus, JustAddBacon, and blankHandle talk in depth about some of the cards they find most interesting. They talk about what will probably be broken once the meta stabilizes.
Mira Ethersurge
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NakaBreach
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Mira FloodFun
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Horik Dig No Rise
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Zomboid Zoey
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In the second episode of SkySessions Cytus, JustAddBacon, and blankHandle talk about their first thoughts of the revealed Hexbound Invasion cards. We cover some potential combos, and new interactions. We cover some ideas of decks we might be seeing once the new cards drop. Cytus gives some insight into the final meta before patch 106. The crew does a mulligan thought experiment. JustAddBacon talks about two new decks he has been brewing.
Deck Stings we discussed this episode:
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In the first episode of SkySessions we cover the current state of the SkyWeaver meta. In addition we go into the mindset and setbacks of a Control Axel player. We talk about a few of GoodDogs many great decks. JustAddBacon gives us some insight into Horik Dig.
Listen in as Cytus, JustAddBacon, and blankHandle have fun going into detail about the current state of SkyWeaver and zero in on some highlights and missteps within the game.
Deck Strings for decks we discussed:
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