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Season 3: Episode 14Aaron is back and captaining the plane solo this week going over the top performing decks from Dortmund and Joinville! We saw Dragapult ex and Lugia Vstar take home the wins at the events. He then goes over what the meta looked like in day 1 and day 2 at Dortmund, and then look at some of new deck archetype lists. We close out rounding out everyone on the PCS latest news.
We apologize in advance in doing audio only this week, but we’ll be back in full spirits next week with our normal banter!
Thank you so much for tuning in!
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Season 3: Episode 13
Aaron and Michael are back to discuss the early thoughts on the new and diverse meta Stellar Crown provides. They review some of the bigger online tournaments and early meta indicators. They also check in on the Japan Tokyo Champions League and discuss some big card reveals!
Thank you so much for tuning in!
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Twitter: @PCS_Pod
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Season 3: Episode 12
Aaron and Michael dive into the first regional of the season in Baltimore and the shocking result of Henry Chao’s Gardevoir ex deck. Michael recaps of his tournament experience, before they go over some of the top performing decks. They discuss all the high and lows of the event, and catch up on all things PCS!
Thank you so much for tuning in!
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Or feel free to join our Discord to hang out and chat with us!
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Season 3: Episode 11
Aaron and Michael are joined this week by Worlds Top 4 competitor Jesse Parker! With the first regional of the season this week in Baltimore, we quiz Jesse on meta calls and what decks to be prepared to play against the most. He also helps us put together a tier list for the Baltimore Regional.
Thank you so much for tuning in!
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Or feel free to join our Discord to hang out and chat with us!
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepcspodcast
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/pcspodcast
Twitter: @PCS_Pod
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Season 3: Episode 10
Aaron and Michael are joined by a special guest host in King Dre! With the Baltimore Regional just around the corner, Dre helps us deep dive into making your first Day 2!
As an upstanding player in the community, Dre helps cover the wide range of topics to help you strategize into making your first Day 2!
He dives into the best way to play-test, deck choice selections, keeping your mental game strong, plus so much more! It’s nearly a free-coaching consultation for everyone.
Want to play in our unique TCG League Challenges in the discord? Check out the Patreon!
Or feel free to join our Discord to hang out and chat with us!
Where to Find Us:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepcspodcast
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/pcspodcast
Twitter: @PCS_Pod
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Season 3: Episode 9
Aaron and Michael are back this week discussing the announcements to the Pokémon Competitive Circuit, Surging Sparks Card Reveals, and much more!
Last Thursday, Pokémon released a major announcement tweaking how to qualify for the World Championships and we discuss the positive changes it brings. We cover the latest Gym Leader Challenge (GLC) official bans starting September 1st. Lastly we spend time and have fun looking ahead to the Surging Sparks reveals for the official release date of November 8th.
We’re back and have our audio troubles addressed so thank you for everyone for staying with us as we continue to learn and expand our horizons.
Thank you so much for tuning in!
We'll see you next week!
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Episode Links:
Intro:
- Printing Proxies
Pokemon News & Updates
- Pokémon Regional and Special Championships
- Updates to BFL, Points, and More
GLC Updates
- GLC Update 1.5 - New Banned Cards
Card Reveals
- Archaludon ex
- Surfer
- Megaton Blower
- Flygon ex
- Quaquaval
- Black Kyurem ex
Surging Sparks Reveal
- PokéBeach Article
Season 3: Episode 8
Aaron and Michael are back this week with the 2024 Pokémon World Championships in the review.
On this week's episode, we talk about all of the pre-worlds activities that competitors and spectators got into, the 2024 World's Meta share, the exciting post-World's announcements, and of course the biggest drama to hit the competitive Pokémon TCG scene from this weekend's big event.
It's a jam packed episode so we appreciate you tuning in!
Please stay with us as we work out the kinks in the NEW VIDEO format of the podcast. We're REALLY close to having it locked it, but obviously have some things to correct next time.
As always, thank you so much for tuning in!
We'll see you next week!
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Or feel free to join our Discord to hang out and chat with us!
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Season 3: Episode 7
Aaron and Michael are back together once again to have one last podcast before the 2024 Pokémon World Championships!
We discuss the discords Fantasy draft that took place, where we think the meta will finish at, under the radar deck options and ultimately pick our winning country and deck!
It's a jam packed episode with revealing we will start to be on Twitch and YouTube!
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Season 3: Episode 6
Aaron is back and joined once again by top player Natalie Millar to round out interviews with 3 top players in different countries to discuss all things 2024 Pokémon World Championships.
Natalie discusses her season this year, what makes her so strong of a contender at major events, and a deep dive into the Shrouded Fable meta. It's a worlds preview you don't want to miss!
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Season 3: Episode 5
Aaron is back with another interview with a top performer this season in Netherland's own, Owyn Kamerman!
We get to know a bit more about Owyn first and his favorite Pokémon and the generation he grew up with. We discuss the changes to World's this year, and some thoughts on the 2024-2025 season changes.
Then its a deep dive into the Shrouded Fable format he'll compete in at the World Championships!
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Season 3: Episode 4
Aaron is back and joined by a new regular co-host in Michael Heredia discussing a few cards to look forward to in Stellar Crown and the latest revealed cards from this week.
We get to learn Michael's journey with Pokémon, the latest news, and reveal our latest Patreon members only tournament. The winner will receive a Stellar Crown ETB!
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Jesse Parker joins the show to discuss some key changes he made this season to have a breakout season in the Pokémon Championship series, thoughts on the meta at worlds, and tons of deck choices leading into the Pokémon World Championships in Hawaii this year.
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Aaron is back and excited to have 2 guests on today to talk all things Shrouded Fable. This will be the worlds format and we wanted to highlight all the top cards from this special summer set.
Aaron, Carlos, and Stephen break down the best cards and what meta decks they'll feature in.
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Aaron is back to launch season 3 of the PCS Podcast. It's a jam packed episode talking all things with the re-structure to the 2024-2025 Pokémon season and qualification criteria.
He is joined by Drew as they talk discuss the good, the bad, and the in-between. They give their thoughts on what they're most excited to watch unfold this season.
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Drew updates the audio world on the PCS League Challenge Season 2. Happy 4th of July! If you’d like to join our tournaments or just be a part of the conversation hit up these two links! PATREON: patreon.com/PCSPodcast DISCORD: https://discord.gg/hsnyTTJ5QN
Aaron is joined by a legendary figure in the game with 7 Regional wins, and a very recognizable name in Michael Pramawat. Aaron drills him with some questions of his favorite deck, ability, and color sleeve of choice. We recap his season, and have a free insight into his Dragapult ex deck and what was covered in his sold-out Metafy Masterclass. Fun guest and interview for you to listen to!
https://metafy.gg/@pram
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Aaron is joined by St00ben and Gazerbeam2k from the Gust of Wind! Podcast. It's a fun and entertaining crossover you don't want to miss out on.
Topics include their thoughts of New Orleans, the 23-24 Season, highlights and so much more! It's a fun and hilarious listen.
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Aaron is back after his trip to NAIC in New Orleans and spends time talking the city, venue, and of course the competition! Justin (Pokebrews) joins in to help cover all topics and talk about the fun times that were had at NAIC.
We first cover our experiences with the venue, what decks we chose and how it went. Later we cover the meta and how Andrew Hedrick was able to defeat Stephane Ivanoff in a thrilling finals.
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Aaron was able to find enough time to get out a quick meta discussion of what he expects the top 6 decks to be at NAIC and where his thoughts are for this massive event (over 3200 players in Masters alone).
He spends time going over informational items of when the stream is, side events schedule, and where to find him at NAIC this week.
He lastly thanks everyone that is signed up for the new Patreon and reminder of the Season 2 League Challenge Conquest format.
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Side Events at NAIC NAIC_TCG_SIDE_EVENTS (pokemon.com)
In this special announcement episode we are announcing our Conquest League for Season 2. It will be contested in PTCGL or Webcam but is very unique where you submit 3 decks! Contestants will have to win at least once with each of their decks to gain entry into top cut. We can't wait to get this rolling June 10th.
We have also taken down our old Patreon and created a new way to help support the show. All Tiers will help with getting prizing for our bi-monthly giveaways and tournament winnings.
Check it out! https://www.patreon.com/PCSPodcast
Join our discord where our League Challenge will have more information.
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Aaron is joined by a familiar voice in Drew as we look at the LA Regional top 8 decks, meta share, and putting a bow on Temporal Forces Meta in North America.
We discuss what we've been playing with Twilight Masquerade and some early meta share thoughts.
We finish up with what AceSpecs from the new set and where they could be featured. Thanks for listening We are aware of some audio issues with Drew and will be working on resolving that next episode
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Aaron takes a step away from Pokémon's standard format and jumps into a deep dive of the Gym Leader Challenge format (GLC). He welcomes Jeff Baisch who helps brings the knowledge needed for this topic!
We discuss the differences vs Standard format, how the GLC community is building, and resources to use for your first venture in this alternative format.
The Gym Leader Types:
Psychic
Water
Fire
Electric
Colorless
Grass
Dragon
Metal
Dark
Fighting
Special thanks for https://gymleaderchallenge.com/ and https://cardboardwarriors.net/ for excellent resources for everyone.
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We're back with a firecracker of a co-host in broadcaster Shai Burton! We talk his upbringing in the Pokemon community and how he got his start. We talk Stockholm Regional results, and what he's most excited for in Twilight Masquerade. (Dialga fans keep a close listen)
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Aaron is back to discuss a favorite VStar winning Indianapolis.
The Champions League in Sapporo Japan was also discussed which is a glimpse into archetypes in Twilight Masquerade.
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Day 2 of Champions League Sapporo Official Stream
Aaron and Drew are back covering all the Pokémon we're excited for with the release of Twilight Masquerade.
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Aaron is joined by Drew and we talk our favorite Trainers and AceSpecs from Twilight Masquerade in part 1.
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We have a very special episode where we talk to Juancho Saldana (aka PrimeTimeWizard) to hear his backstory, his travels, and our love for the game. We hope you enjoy this as much as we had fun recording it!
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Aaron is joined by PokeBrews and Carlos who both represented the PCS community and played in Orlando.
Hear their deck choices, how the event played out, and a look at standout decks.
We also discuss our Webcam/Live League tournament for the next 6 weeks!
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Aaron is joined by @PokeEmmi_ and Drew to recap EUIC, which featured Tord winning his 5th International Tournament. Emmi shares what deck she chose and how the event was. We look ahead at the quick turnaround to Orlando and what we'd play!
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Aaron is back with with one and only PokeBrews! We catch on how he's been, and all EUIC talk for decks and cards we'd invest in before the tournament!
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Aaron is back with Drew joining him to talk Vancouver Regionals, what we're having fun with most from Temporal Forces so far, and what Gym Leader we'd be in the TCG.
Hope everyone is having fun with Temporal Forces!
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In this episode Drew and.... checks notes Aaron? Talk about what is in store for the PCS Podcast going forward. We reminisce on some old card and look forward to some new ones and make some predictions for Vancouver! Hope everyone is enjoying Temporal Forces!!!
In this episode the squad FINALLY gets to talk about a new format!
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This episode the squad talks about Knoxville and how one of our own did at the event! Then we break down a new deck in the next format TROPIC THUNDER. And finish the episode with a listener question! Enjoy!
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DARKBEARDOJO ANYWHERE
In this unfortunately Brew-less episode, Drew and Nick break down the results from the biggest regional event so far! The squad finally gets to talk about some of the new cards that will be featured in our March set "Temporal Forces". Then they wrap up the show with predictions for Liverpool! Enjoy!
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https://www.youtube.com/@DarkBearDojo
In this shorter episode the squad gives their takes on some decks approaching the Charlotte Regional and then Drew acts as a bandaid to salvage the rest. Enjoy?
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Drew is back! We all go over the Portland Regional Results as a big happy family. The pod also dives into a very abbreviated metashare study around Giratina VSTAR so that we can give our takes on the Ace Spec cards that are being released on March 22nd! And following that we touch briefly on the ANNOUNCED rotation date. Then wrap the show up with some predictions for Charlotte! Enjoy!
LINKS!
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In this episode Justin and Mr. Dojo go over the results from the San Antonio regional, recap some fun things from 2023, and sign off for the holiday break! See you in 2024!
LINKS
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https://www.youtube.com/@DarkBearDojo
In this Episode Justin (Pokebrews) and Nick (Dark Bear Dojo) review the Latin American International Championship. They also briefly discuss the new meta now that in person tournaments are happening. We briefly touch on some controversy from LAIC, and then finish off the episode with some new card reveals.
In this episode Justin and Nick review the first online "Regional" with Paradox Rift and other events. They also talk about the current metashare study (provided by Justinbasil) and go over some new carts and potential decks. Lastly, they wrap up the pod with their predicitions for LAIC.
Drew is stepping away for a little bit with the arrival of his child. Here's a brief message from him regarding the lack there of episodes the past two weeks!
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In this episode Nick, Justin, and Drew go over the Lille Regional Results! Then we picked some cards releasing in Paradox Rift to talk about. Then we follow it up with a tough question and finish the pod with our predictions for Toronto
In this episode Nick and Justin go over the Sacramento Regional Championships! The pod also briefly discusses ties and where they stand in the current format and we get a sneak peek at Dark Bear Dojo!
In this episode Drew and Nick go over the results of the 2023 Peoria Regional. We discuss the field and how 151 may or may not have impacted it, and Nick shares his thoughts on a specific breakfast food.
LINKS!
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In this episode Drew, Justin and NICK?! Talk about the zard regional, the Van Gogh madness, and give our thoughts on the meta coming into Peoria.
LINKS!
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https://www.youtube.com/c/NinecardTCG
https://twitter.com/ninecardtcg
In this shorter episode, Justin and Drew talk briefly about the Barcelona SPE, dive into our current meta, then expand on some cards releasing this Friday with Pokemon 151!
Links!
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First episode of season 2 and were talking about the Pittsburgh Review and the meta following the event. Is Miraidon a real deck? And did tpci just destroy the standard format with some new cards? Find out in this episode!!!
links!
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In this episode we talk about what the meta looks like coming into our first event of the season. Justin and I also reflect on the previous season and talk about our favorite moments. Then we wrap the show up with predictions for Pittsburgh. We'll see ya'll after the event for Season 2!
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In this episode Drew and Brew's break down the current meta. Talk about ICs or the lack thereof... And some changes to the prize structure at Regional events!
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In this episode Justin and Drew give their takes on the OBF Metashare Study and talk about some questionable cards from Raging Surf that will be a portion of our Paradox Rift set in the future!
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The 2023 Pokemon Championship Series has concluded in an exciting fashion, and Justin and I provide you all of the details and much much more. Enjoy!
Links!
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Drew and Justin break down some notable cards from the new tcg expansion, Obsidian Flames!
LINKS!
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In this episode PokeEmmi joins us and tells us about the power of women in the competitive pokemon scene and her team, GirlPowerTCG!
We also discuss the worlds meta and the new structure for next years worlds!
In this weeks episode JustinBrews and JustInBasil break down the meta from the Asia open, talk about some news regarding Obsidian Flames, and then we break the news that JustInBasil's name isn't Justin during this weeks interview with none other than the proxy god themselves: JustInBasil.
LINKS!
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Justinbasil.com
In this episode we learn about Pokemon teams from the best in the business! PJ Witusik and Josh Frink from The Shuffle Squad in this episode and give us the ins and outs of the team. And prepare YOU to be the next member of TSS! Plus! Some other stuff!
LINKS!
https://twitter.com/TheShuffleSquad
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The PCS podcast rides without Justin while he recovers! Drew and Dre aka Dre-oxys aka King Dre aka C1outTCG talk about the meta, and Drew hits Dre with some hard hitting questions. The two talk about a new card from Obsidian Flames. Then we discuss a little bit about ability markers. Check out Dre in the links below!
Dre:
https://metafy.gg/@kingdrec1out/ongoing
https://twitter.com/kingdrec1out
https://www.youtube.com/@c1outtcg669
PCS:
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Justin and Drew break down the results from the largest Pokemon TCG event so far!
LINKS
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In this episode we discuss:
The Singapore Championships
The state of the PDE meta in terms of online events
(PTCGL STINKS)
Brief Card(s) Spotlight
(PTCGL STILL STINKS)
Last chance for players to attend NAIC
(PTCGL STILL BE STINKIN)
We talk about how every day Justin be shufflin'
We update everyone about our Discord "locals" and how to play on webcam because..
(PTCGL IS BAD)
In this episode we go over:
The Fresno Regional, Johannesburg SPE, and Malaysia Championship.
We talk about the Japan Championships and how that might influence NAIC.
Drew talks about meeting Aaron, RC, and Oscar and partying with them in Fresno.
Fairy maybe comes back????
Justin uses 10000 Rattata to defend himself from other Pokemon.
And we what wins NAIC!
LINKS!
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In this episode's Results Recap we go over Milwaukee, Thailand, Taiwan, Torino, Santiago, and Lima Pokemon championships/regionals/SPE etc.
We get to talk a little bit about the next format "Paldea Evolved" during the Metashare Study.
There's a Hot Topic about prizing being adjusted last minute.
Some excellent News regarding Worlds, and some tragic news regarding PTCGO.. but we knew it was gonna happen eventually..
Justin threatens to eat your favorite Pokemon during the Listener Question.
And we give our predictions for the upcoming Fresno Regional.
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TRIGGER WARNING
This episode features a discussion about anti-semetism, nazi's, the holocaust, and symbols such as swastikas. Listeners please be advised.
This weeks episode consists of:
Results recap: Hartford and Malmo Review
Metashare Study: How the event has evolved our current meta
Not-so-Hot Topic: A sensitive discussion about the Rowen Stavenow Swastika scandal, Oliver Barnette's Cheating scandal, and some scary harassment taking place in Hartford.
News: NIAC registrations
Listener Question: Aaron/Vendors
Predictions for Lima SPE, Thailand Champs, and Taiwan Champs
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In this episode Justin and Drew go over some results from the Bogota SPE, and the Philippines and Indonesia Championship results. There's a brief metashare study. Then the crew talks about a ton of new cards from Pokemon 151!
LINKS! VVV
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Drew and Justin break down the results from the Porland, Sao Paulo, and Signapore regional results. Then talk briefly about the tiers in which specific decks reside after this weeks events. Drew talks about the deck he played in Portland. There's a quick rundown about how a specific tournament organizing group likes to run things. Followed up with another listener question. Finally, the crew wraps up the show with predictions for Hartford, and Malmo regionals!
LINKS!
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Justin (pokebrews) and Drew (KatanaTCG) dive into the meta coming into the Portland Regional. During the metashare study the squad talks about current decks and send some hopium into the world about some decks that might see some spotlight this weekend. There's a discussion about some Leagues and Cups, a really cool card that helps BASICally any deck, and then predictions are made for the Portland Regional!
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Drew and Justin talk about Alex GETTING THAT W. Then dive into a discussion about the format. There's a short discussion about a squirrel, and then wrap the episode up with a listener question.
LINKS!
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Justin and Drew do their best to place decks in their respective spots in the new format. Then the cast highlights some cards from SV base set. Justin and Drew give some takes on some new cards from Clay Burst and Snow Hazard. Then we both agree on Bulbasaur being the supreme starter. And wrap the show up with predictions for EUIC.
LINKS!
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In this very long episode, Drew and Justin dive into the results from Charlotte, Ft. Wayne, and Sydney regionals. Then touch briefly on a touchy judge related subject. Followed by a ton of news regarding some new cards and the return of one of local Pokemon's greatest features. And wrap up the show with some heart felt goodbyes to some of the best early SWSH cards that are rotating.
LINKS!
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In this episode Justin and Drew go over the results of the Utrecht Special Event during the Results Recap. The guys dive into a quick Metashare Study about where we are in the Lugia cycle. They discuss some brand new and incredibly viable cards during the News. Then follow up with a Listener Question about what to do with all of your rotating cards. Then they wrap up the show with predictions for the Charlotte Regional.
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In this episode Drew, Justin, and VolcanTurtleTCG break down the results from the Vancouver and Natal Regional Championships. We throw an interview at our new friend and guest VolcanTurtleTCG. We go over some things that transpired in Vancouver regarding what judges should do and what they absolutely should NOT do. We discuss a tcg accessory brand's public apology for some sleeve issues. And we wrap the show up with predictions for the Netherland's special event!
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Drew, Justin, Matt, and Andy go over the results from Perth Regional. Discuss note taking in the TCG. And then we learn about webcam games and the content that Matt and Andy are creating over at Controlled Chaos Gaming.
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In this episode Drew and Justin go over the Knoxville and Bochum Regionals during the Results Recap. Drew rambles about the absence of M2VU during the Metashare Study. The pod gets "judged" during the Card Spotlight. And because it's Pokemon Day (upon recording that is) we take a look at a survey that our listeners filled out in place of the Listener Question. Then the show gets rapped up with predictions for the upcoming Perth Regional!
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Drew and Justin take a gander at the results from the Oceania International Championships. Drew struggles with words all episode long, while the PCS staff mulls over the Results Recap regarding OCIC. There's also a Metashare Study where Drew believes there's a new BDIF. During the Card Spotlight there's a world champion card in question. There's some hot off the press News. And Oscar asked some hard hitting questions about a new tool card CRZ gave us, and how it impacts this and the next format during the Listener Question. Then the gang wraps the show up with predictions for Knoxville and Bochum Regionals!
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In this tweener episode the boys talk about some overseas meta game during the Metashare Study. Isaiah Bradner is the topic of discussion during the Player Profile. We talk about the importance of the Serena supporter in the Card Spotlight. We touch on some new cards from Triple Beat during the News. Then answer a Listener Question and that's basically it! Enjoy!
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Justin competed at the Orlando Regional! We talk about what won, some decks played, what deck Justin brought to Orlando and his matchups in our Results Recap. Then we dive into the top 16 and what stage of the TCG meta were in and discuss briefly what we should be looking forward to at OCIC During the Metashare Study. We clean up the playing field while discussing the merit behind "Lost Vacuum" in our Card Spotlight. We talk a little bit about ourselves during our Listener Question. And wrap up the show with our predictions for OCIC!
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In this tweener episode Justin and Drew talk a little bit about prepping for Orlando during our Metashare Study and how to pick a deck. (Spoiler: everything we talked about was inconclusive and in no way did we point at one deck that will win) We talk about a fantastic card in our standard format during our Card Spotlight. We touch on some not so keen news regarding SV2. We answer several questions from our listeners and congratulate one of our discord members for winning ANOTHER PCS "local" event! We stand firm with our predictions for Orlando and thats uhhhh basically it!
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In this episode Justin and Drew go over the results from the Liverpool, England Regional tournament during the Results Recap. We go over the way the top 16 meta shook out in our Metashare Study. We speculate on some News regarding Japanese S/V set releases. We get to answer a wonderful Listener Question that really sparked a fun conversation. We updated our Patreon and disclose the details during this episode. And we wrap up the episode with our predictions for the upcoming Orlando, FL Regional taking place next month!
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In this episode Nick from NinecardTCG, Justin (@pokebrews), and Drew (@KatanaTCG) talk about some new cards coming out in Crown Zenith this Friday during our Metashare Study. We get to know a little bit about ol' Ninecard in our Player Profile. Then we hone in on an incredibly versatile card, in the form of Radiant Greninja in our Card Spotlight. We learn how not to get item locked in our Listener Question of the week. And wrap things up by making Nick make some difficult choices when it comes to what deck is going to win Liverpool Regional at the end of this month!
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Drew (@KatanaTCG) and Justin (@pokebrews) review the results from the San Diego, CA regional. We dive into our Inked Gaming powered Metashare Study. Talk about Cross Switcher in our Card Spotlight. We then answer a question from a listener on twitter. We have some updates for our beloved Patreon, and finish the show off with our predictions for the next regional in Liverpool!
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Drew (@KatanaTCG) and Justin (@pokebrews) go over the results from the Arlington Regional as well as a little bit of the Asia Open. Touch base on the classic Metashare Study. We get back to the Player Profile discussing Stephane Ivanoff. We jump back into the Card Spotlight where we talk about the highly sought-after Forest Seal Stone. We answer a listener question and wrap the show up with our predictions for the upcoming San Diego, CA regional.
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Justin (@pokebrews) and Drew (@KatanaTCG) briefly touch on two very large events that happened in Japan and Taiwan. Discuss the state of the game during our "Metashare Study" Talk about a TON of exciting news coming to our standard format. (New cards, errata, rotation, etc.) And wrap it up with a listener question!
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Justin and Drew dive into the Regional results from Brisbane, Stuttgart, and Toronto. Because of how much there was to talk about in terms of events, they pause the "Player Profile" and "Card Spotlight" sections of the podcast for the week. Then dive into a short Metashare Study, and finish off the episode with a listener question, plus predictions for Arlington, TX!
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This episode Brews and Drew recap LAIC, debut 3 new topics: Player Profile, Metashare Study, and Card Spotlight. We congratulate the winner of our T-Shirt Giveaway and answer another question from the listeners! Join in!
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Drew and Justin are back with a new episode of Pokemon Champion Series! We discuss the results of Warsaw Regionals and looking forward.
Drew and Justin are back with a new episode of Pokemon Champion Series! We discuss how Lugia in Silver Tempest is doing in Japan and the results of Lille Regionals.
The meta is still constantly changing and evolving, and they boys give their insight in to what happened in Salt Lake. The event again was well received by the community, the Regi had a massive impact on the meta. Drew and Justin share their thoughts and more on this weeks Pokémon Championship Series.
Peoria Regionals this past weekend was a STANDING success of over 1,000 players! The event was well received by the community, the new set had a massive impact on the meta, and the format still has a long way to explore! Drew and Justin share their thoughts and more on this weeks Pokémon Championship Series.