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Cardboard and CombosE01S18: Why every parent should be glad their kid plays Magic the GatheringWe are back with another episode of Cardboard and Combos! This episode is a little bit different from our usual ones, but do not worry, I will be publishing more new commander content soon. This episode was inspired by this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRtK-AIR1Lk2020-11-1800 minCardboard and CombosS01E17: Color pairings in MTGThe wait is over! Part 2 of the color identity mini series is here! Sorry the upload schedule had been out of whack lately, a lot has been going on. Remember to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss another episode! We have a lot of fun stuff planned and I hope you enjoyed!2020-11-0400 minCardboard and CombosS01E16: A color identity for everyoneWhether you like to sneakily control the table from the shadows, smash your opponents with giant mythical beasts, or overwhelm your opponents with your army of creatures, there is a color identity for everyone. In the latest episode of your favorite podcast, I Polyraptor16 go over the different aspects of the commander color wheel!2020-08-2613 minCardboard and CombosS01E15: Building On A Budget With Jhoira!Do love commander but just want to enjoy it without sacrificing tons of money? Commander is for everyone, and in this episode I will be teaching the principles of budget commander through Jhoira Weatherlight Captain!2020-08-1916 minCardboard and CombosS01E14: The Future Of The Format!New releases, exciting reprints, what is next for our favorite format? In this episode I predict the future of commander based on recent releases!2020-08-1211 minCardboard and CombosS01E13: New set announcements!Ikoria feels like it was only yesterday, but new products are already on their way! In this episode we will discuss thoughts and opinions on these new and exciting sets!
Note: this was recorded on June 25th but we have had some trouble with production. Expect episodes to release on a regular schedule now. Sorry for the long wait!2020-08-0712 minCardboard and CombosS01E12: New commander rules change!It is official! The commander rules committee has changed an already existing rule, in a way that will change commander as a format. In this episode we will go over this new rules change, and how it will change the commander format as a whole.2020-06-1706 minCardboard and CombosS01E11: Top 5 underrated cards in commanderTop 5 underrated cards in commander.
There are a lot of different magic cards that you have access to when building a commander deck. In fact, there are so many, that some of the older magic cards have been forgotten… and therefore underplayed. In this episode, I will advocate for 5 cards that I think should show up in a LOT more decks than they really do.
I got a lot of this information from the awesome folks over at the commander’s quarters! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-w5MNByr4SNy3z2232sj0g
Note...2020-06-0514 minCardboard and CombosS01E10: Ikoria legendary set review!Ikoria, Lair Of Behemoths has hit the table, and it is packed with new and powerful legendary creatures to use as your commander. In this episode we are going to go over the coolest combos, and the most exciting synergies, with these new cards!2020-05-2634 minCardboard and CombosS01E09: What’s inside 61 Ikoria booster packs? (With a special guest!)Before we get into the set review of Ikoria Lair Of Behemoths, I thought I could open 61 Ikoria booster packs with a special guest to see what hidden treasures we find!2020-05-1938 minCardboard and CombosS01E08: C20 Non-legendary set review!C20 Ikoria is right around the corner, full of new cards and commanders. Join me as we review the new non-legendary cards from this new set of precons!
For more information on the new mechanics, check out this video from the Command Zone: https://youtu.be/vHNqIjxMYhQ
Note, some technical issues meant that we are a little late with this episode but fear not, we will be back on schedule next week.2020-05-131h 12Cardboard and CombosS01E07: C20 Legendary set review!C20, is the newest product in a long line of precons designed for this format, and it looks packed with awesome commanders to build around. In this episode, I will go over the most powerful commanders in this set, as well as the cool decks and synergies you can pull off with this variety of new legends.
For recommendations, comments, or questions, go to http://anchor.fm/cardboardandcombos2020-04-2850 minCardboard and CombosBonus episode! Flash ban discussion!For quite some time, the card Flash has been a well-known and defining combo card in the competitive realm of EDH. But those days are over, as the rules committee has made a banning announcement that will make Flash no longer legal. In this bonus episode I will go over the power of flash, a variety of different flash combos, and my personal opinion on this new ban.2020-04-2329 minCardboard and CombosS01E06: Let's talk about power level!Knowing your deck’s power level is essential for an evenly balanced game of multiplayer commander, while upgrading your deck is essential to victory. In this episode I will tell you how to upgrade your decks and determine their power level.
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Special thanks to DJ from the Jumbo Commander youtube channel for the jank-competitive power scale. Check out his channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPqT2ULat4WIzWKqpAAOlIQ
Watch great commander gameplay with Game Knights: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyLzs6vB...2020-04-2158 minCardboard and CombosS01E05: Ikoria/C20 spoiler discussionThe Ikoria and C20 spoilers are coming in! This new set is jammed packed with power, infinite combos, potential staples, and even a potential ban! So jump right in to the latest episode of Cardboard And Combos, where I will talk about the coolest cards for commander from C20 and Ikoria.
For recommendations, comments, or questions, go to http://anchor.fm/cardboardandcombos2020-04-1416 minCardboard and CombosS01E04: Advice for new commander playersNot every commander player is perfect, but you can have a chance to improve as a deckbuilder and commander player with these pieces of my personal advice to new commander players!
For recommendations, comments, or questions, go to http://anchor.fm/cardboardandcombos2020-04-0822 minCardboard and CombosS01E03: Staples of the formatStaples are something every commander deck needs. Join me as we take a look at some of the options available!
For recommendations, comments, or questions, go to http://anchor.fm/cardboardandcombos2020-03-3134 minCardboard and CombosS01E02: Building your first commander deckBuilding a commander deck can be a tricky task, especially when you are unfamiliar with the rubrics, metrics, and numbers that must go into a deck. So join me, as we navigate the complexities of building an EDH deck, and explore things like mana curve, overlaps, enablers, and enhancers. See you on the podcast!
For recommendations, comments, or questions, go to http://anchor.fm/cardboardandcombos2020-03-2435 minCardboard and CombosS01E01: Intro to CommanderThis first epiode is geared toward people new to commander, so join me as I sum up the basic rules of commander and what makes the format unique.2020-03-1824 minCardboard and CombosTrailerGet a quick taste for what's to come in this new podcast!2020-03-1500 min