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Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 281 - Savage LandsWelcome to Issue 281 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this issue we travel all the way to the Savage Lands with special guest Evil Dr. Matt Carrano of the Museum of Natural Histroy at the Smithsonian. Yo...2025-07-291h 02
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 280 - Elite Minion Roundtable IWelcome to Issue 280 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this issue first Elite Minion Roundtable we go to the bowels of the lair for some general talk with the Elite Minion on all sorts of topics. Yo...2025-07-2250 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 279 - GenoshaWelcome to Issue 279 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this issue we travel all the way to Genosha. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, BoardGameLawyer, DArcy Email us at: criticalencounterspod@gmail.com...2025-07-1537 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 278 - SauronWelcome to Issue 278 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this issue we look at the back of the pack modular, Suaron. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, BoardGameLawyer, DArcy Email us at: cri...2025-07-0836 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 277 - Apocalypse - Part IIWelcome to Issue 277 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this villain Issue we look at Apocalpyse, Part II You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, Weenkster, shebee Email us at: criticalencounterspod@gmail.com...2025-07-0149 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 276 - Apocalypse - Part IWelcome to Issue 276 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this villain Issue we look at Apocalpyse, Part I You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, Weenkster Email us at: criticalencounterspod@gmail.com...2025-06-241h 16
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 275 - Prelates (and Overseers)Welcome to Issue 275 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Issue we look at the modular Prelates (and Overseers_ You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook, Weenkster and xLacx Email us at...2025-06-171h 02
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 274 - Secret Dossier - Cyclops - Happy Father's DayWelcome to Issue 274 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this very speical Father's Day Secert Dossier Issue we take a look at a bunch of dads we have in the game along with the Cylopean Deadbeat Cyclops, Scott Su...2025-06-101h 14
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 273.5 - "I See You" - Winter Soldier Nemesis Preview Welcome to Issue 273.5 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this "I see you" issue we look at Offical Preview cards for the Winter Soldier Nemesis set! You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, and Wa...2025-06-0622 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 273 - Dark RidersWelcome to Issue 273 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Issue we look at the modular Dark Riders. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, and Weenkster Email us at: criticalencounterspod@gmail.com...2025-06-031h 00
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 272 - Shadow of the Past - Iceman's NemesisWelcome to Issue 272 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Shadow of the Past issue we look at Iceman's Nemesis Pyro. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, and Astrodar Email us at...2025-05-2743 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 271 - ArcadeWelcome to Issue 271 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Issue we look at the modular Arcade. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, and BoardGameLawyer Email us at: criticalencounterspod@gmail.com...2025-05-201h 05
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 270 - Supervillain Roundtable XV - Con of Heroes 2025 RecapWelcome to Issue 270 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this very speical issue we recap Con of Heroes 2025. We have a bunch of guests on and chat with them. A different video show will come out on the Yo...2025-05-133h 11
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 269 - Secret Dossier - Mother's Day - PhoenixWelcome to Issue 269 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this very speical Mother's Day Secert Dossier Issue we take a look at a bunch of moms we have in the game along with the Omega Level Momster - Je...2025-05-061h 16
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 268 - Four Horsemen - Part IIWelcome to Issue 268 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this villain issue we look at the Four Horsemen Part II, the second scenario of the AoO box. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, Ma...2025-04-2945 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 267 - Four Horsemen - Part IWelcome to Issue 267 of Critical Encounters, a game show about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Apocalypse's Loneliness. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Horsemen, and their various plans to cause war, famine, pestilence and death, as well as that so-called overlord Apocalypse. In this Dating Game: Horseman Edition we have Lord En Sabah Nur pick from four condicates for his new Horsemena (and Horsewomen) of the Apocalypse! You can find us on Disc...2025-04-2228 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 266 - Supervillain Roundtable XIV - Con of Heroes Prep 2025Welcome to Issue 266 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this special Supervillain Round Table we talk all about Con of Heroes 2025. We talk what to bring, how to act, what to expect and look at some preview cards wi...2025-04-1556 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 265 - Secret Dossier - Angel Welcome to Issue 265 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Secret Dossier we look at Harpoon's Nemesis Hero, Angel / Archangel You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, Maka, Lexicon Email us at: cri...2025-04-081h 13
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 264 - Crazy GangWelcome to Issue 264 of the Crazy Gang, a traveling group of fools who do a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we barely care about anything other than the Encounter Sets. We’ll poorly discuss those completely understood characters, rightly labeled Villains, and their various gags and shenanigans to prank humanity and rob the planet blind, as well as those so-called heroes intent on doing anything they want because, hey it's Marvel and who cares! In this April Fools show we look at the modular set Crazy Gang, AND we lo...2025-04-011h 00
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 263 - Shadow of the Past - Magiks NemesisWelcome to Issue 263 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Shadow of the Past issue we take a look at Magik's Nemesis, Belasco (and his crew S'ym and Witchfire) You can find us on Discord as: Va...2025-03-251h 10
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 262 - HoundsWelcome to Issue 261 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this villain issue we look at Unus Part II, the first scenario of the AoO box. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, ScarleyRhodey ...2025-03-1845 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 261 - Unus - Part IIWelcome to Issue 261 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this villain issue we look at Unus Part II, the first scenario of the AoO box. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, ScarleyRhodey ...2025-03-1140 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 260 - Unus - Part IWelcome to Issue 260 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this villain issue we look at Unus Part I, the first scenario of the AoO box. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, ScarleyRhodey ...2025-03-0440 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue - 259 - InfinitesWelcome to Issue 259 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this issue we take a look at the Infinite modular set from the AoA box. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, ScarleyRhodey Em...2025-02-251h 01
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 258 - Interrogation Room - Aaron HaltomWelcome to Issue 258 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Interrogation Room issue we talk with FFG Game Designer Aaron Haltom You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, Lexicon Email us at: cri...2025-02-1849 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 257 - Shadow of the Past - Bishops NemesisWelcome to Issue 257 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this issue Shadow of the Past issue we look at Bishop's Nemesis, Trevor Fitzroy You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, Lexicon Email us...2025-02-1145 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 256.5 - "I See You" - Agents of SHIELD PreviewWelcome to Issue 256.5 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this "I See You" issue we look at the You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, Lexicon Email us at: criticalencounterspod@gmail.com...2025-02-0722 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 256 - Dystopian NightmareWelcome to Issue 256 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this issue we take a look at the Dystopian Nightmare modular set from the AoA box. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, Lexicon ...2025-02-0440 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 255 - Standard III Welcome to Issue 255 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this the first show of Vol 6 we take a look at Standard III. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, Lexicon Email us at...2025-01-2853 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 254 - Supervillain Roundtable - XIII - 5 Year AnniversaryWelcome to Issue 254 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Supervillain Roundtable issue, we look back at Vol 5 and at five years. We say fairwell to one of our hosts as he moves on to other projects. We re...2025-01-212h 27
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 253 - Interrogation Room - Joey Vazquez Welcome to Issue 253 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Interrogation Room issue we sit down with Marvel Artist Joey Vazquez who has an amazing protfolio of work with Marvel Champions, Marvel Comics and Marvel Annimation. Jo...2025-01-141h 15
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 252 - NeXt Evolution CampaignEpisode Description Welcome to Issue 252 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this issue we look back at the entire NeXt Evolution campaign with special guest Senior Game Developer Tony Fanchi. CONTEST LINK: https://forms.gle/sF2E1U...2025-01-071h 25
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 251 - Stryfe - Part IIWelcome to Issue 251 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this villain issue we look at the final scenario of Stryfe, Part II. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook. Email us at...2024-12-311h 00
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 250 - Stryfe - Part I Welcome to Issue 250 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this villain issue we look at the final scenario of Stryfe, Part I. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook. Email us at...2024-12-2434 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 249 - Mutant InsurrectionWelcome to Issue 249 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Issue we look at some MLFs in the Mutant Insurrection modular. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook and Lexicon. Email us...2024-12-1747 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 248 - Mister Sinister - Part IIWelcome to Issue 248 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Issue we look at Mister Sinister scenario part II. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook and Lexicon. Email us at: cri...2024-12-1043 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 247 - Mister Sinister - Part IWelcome to Issue 247 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Issue we look at Mister Sinister scenario part I. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook and BGL Email us at: cri...2024-12-0337 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 246.5 - PoolsgivingawayWelcome to Issue 246.5 of Deadpool Encounters, a podcast about that sweet sweet contest and lots and lots of Deadpool cards.. Here we take a good look at ahh who cares, this is all about that Deadpool contest so let's get to it. I’m one of your hosts Steve “The Brain” Wilson and I’m joined by Scott “Sharkbait” Wilson, and Daniel “Oh the glare, my eye my eyes!” Wilson. In this Special Poolsgiving issue we look at our Poolsgiving-Away contest submissions and draw some winners! Our Friends: BoardGameLawyer: https://www.youtube.com/@boar...2024-11-2836 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 246 - Poolsgiving Welcome to Issue 246 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Wade Wilson, a Living Legend in the Marvel Champions card game. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, Deadpool. We’ll discuss that poorly understood character, unfairly labeled Hero, and his various card used to shape humanity and destroy everyone on the planet, as well as those so-called Deadpool Corp folks intent on helping him. I’m one of your hosts Zach and joining me tonight is Tony, Peter, Brian, Steve, Daniel and Mike, plus a few others maybe! This first 'Pools...2024-11-263h 00
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 245 - Secret Dossier - Colossus Welcome to Issue 245 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Secret Dossier we take a look at that gentle giant Colossus Our Guest: Find ReyReyPod @ Into the Knight Podcast https://itkmoonknight.com/ Ca...2024-11-191h 27
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 244 - Mojo TV - TelepathyWelcome to Issue 244 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Issue of Mojo TV issue we look at the Telepathy modular! You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook Email us at: cri...2024-11-1225 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 243 - Extreme MeasuresWelcome to Issue 243 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Issue of Mojo TV issue we look at the Extreme Measures modular! You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook and BGL Em...2024-11-0541 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 242 - "I See You" - Magneto SpoilerWelcome to Issue 242.5 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the official preview cards. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled ghouls and goblins, and their various plans to go Trick or Treating, as well as those so-called dentists intent on thwarting them. In this "I See You" issue we look at offical spoiler cards from the upcoming Magneto "Hero" pack. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, Wa...2024-10-3109 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 242 - Mojo TV - Super Strength Welcome to Issue 242 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Issue of Mojo TV issue we look at the Super Strength modular! You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook Email us at...2024-10-2934 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 241 - Taskmaster's School for Gifted Villains - Zola Welcome to Issue 241 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Taskmaster's School for Gifted Villain Issue we look back at Arnim Zola and see how he holds up. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bi...2024-10-2253 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 240 - Mojo TV - FlightWelcome to Issue 240 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Issue of Mojo TV issue we look at the Flight modular! You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook Email us at: cri...2024-10-1536 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 239 - Shadow of the Past - X-23 NemesisWelcome to Issue 239 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Shadow of the Past issue we take a look at X-23's Lady Deathstrike. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook, and ScarletRhodey...2024-10-0855 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 238 - Juggernaut - Part IIWelcome to Issue 238 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this villain issue we look at the scenario Juggernaut from the Next Evolution box, Part II. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, and WanderingTook Em...2024-10-0142 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 237 - Juggernaut - Part IWelcome to Issue 237 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this villain issue we look at the scenario Juggernaut from the Next Evolution box. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, and WanderingTook Email us at...2024-09-2436 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 236 - Black Tom CassidyWelcome to Issue 236 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this issue we look at the modular set Black Tom Cassidy from the Next Evolution box. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook, and Le...2024-09-1734 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 235 - Shadow of the Past - Dominos NemesisWelcome to Issue 235 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Shadow of the Past issue we take a look at Domino's Nemesis Topaz and Prototype. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook, and Le...2024-09-1043 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 234.5 - "I See You" - Nightcrawler SpoilerWelcome to Issue 234.5 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this "I See You" spoiler issue we look at two cards from the Nightcrawler pack - Azazael and Brimstone Strike. You can find us on Discord as: Va...2024-09-0415 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 234 - Nasty BoysWelcome to Issue 234 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this issue we take a look at the Nasty Boys modular set. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook, and The Chumpion & Ryrun ...2024-09-031h 11
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 233 - Marauder Champions Monthly - On The Run - Part IIWelcome to Issue 233 of Marauder Champions Monthly, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Marauders. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape mutant kind and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this MCM Issue we take a look at the On the Run, Part II You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook Em...2024-08-2733 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 232 - Marauder Champions Monthly - On the Run - Part I Welcome to Issue 232 of Marauder Champions Monthly, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Marauders. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape mutant kind and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this MCM Issue we take a look at the On the Run, Part I You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook Em...2024-08-2032 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 231 - Supervillain Roundtable - XII - RRG 1.6 and MoreWelcome to Issue 231 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Supervillain Roundtable Issue we take a look at the RRG 1.6, Weekly One Shots and touch on that traitor (?) Magneto. You can find us on Discord as: Va...2024-08-131h 31
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 230 - Marauder Champions Monthly - Shadow of the Past - Angels Nemesis Welcome to Issue 230 of Marauder Champions Monthly, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Marauders. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape mutant kind and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this MCM Shadow of the Past Issue we take a look at Angel's Nemesis, Harpoon. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook, and Ma...2024-08-0641 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 229 - Marauder Champions Monthly - Secret Dossier - GambitWelcome to Issue 229 of Marauder Champions Monthly, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Marauders. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape mutant kind and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this MCM Secret Dossier we take a look at that ragin Cajin Gambit! Our Guest: Find Josh at The Hills Have Nerds Podcast: https://po...2024-07-301h 05
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 228 - Marauder Champions Monthly - Shadow of the Past - Psylocks NemesisWelcome to Issue 228 of Marauder Champions Monthly, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Marauders. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape mutant kind and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this MCM Shadow of the Past Issue we take a look at Psylocke's Nemesis, Chimera You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook, and Me...2024-07-2350 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 227 - Marauder Champions Monthly - Morlock Siege - Part IIWelcome to Issue 227 of Marauder Champions Monthly, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Marauders. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape mutant kind and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this MCM Issue we take a look at the Morlock Siege scenario, Part II You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook Em...2024-07-1644 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 226 - Marauder Champions Monthly - Morlock Siege - Part IWelcome to Issue 226 of Marauder Champions Monthly, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Marauders. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape mutant kind and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this MCM Issue we take a look at the Morlock Siege scenario, Part I You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook Em...2024-07-0931 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 225.5 - Marauder Champions Monthly - Vanisher and MoreWelcome to Issue 225.5 of Marauder Champions Monthly, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Marauders. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape mutant kind and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this MCM Issue we take a look at Vanisher's campaign card and the rest of the villains and minions. You can find us on Discord as: Va...2024-07-0233 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 225.4 - Marauder Champions Monthly - Part IV - Scrambler and MaliceWelcome to Issue 225.4 of Marauder Champions Monthly, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Marauders. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape mutant kind and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this MCM Issue we take a look at Scrambler and Malice's campaign cards. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook Email us...2024-06-2728 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 225.3 - Marauder Champions Monthly - Part III - Lady Mastermind and ArclightWelcome to Issue 225.3 of Marauder Champions Monthly, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Marauders. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape mutant kind and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this MCM Issue we take a look at Lady Mastermind's Campaign Card and Arclight's villain and minion cards. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bi...2024-06-2525 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 225.2 - Marauder Champions Monthly - Part II - Blockbuster and VertigoWelcome to Issue 225.2 of Marauder Champions Monthly, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Marauders. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape mutant kind and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this MCM Issue we take a look at Blockbuster and Vertigo's villain and minion cards. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook ...2024-06-2022 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 225.1 - Marauder Champions Monthly - Part I - Riptide and GreycrowWelcome to Issue 225.1 of Marauder Champions Monthly, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Marauders. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape mutant kind and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this MCM Issue we take a look at Riptide and Greycrow's villain and minion cards. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook ...2024-06-1829 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 223 - Shadow of the Past - Cables NemesisWelcome to Issue 223 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Shadow of the Past Issue we look at Cable's Nemesis Stryfe! You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook, and Lexicon Email us...2024-06-0453 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 222 - MojoWelcome to Issue 222 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Issue we look at the Mojo scenario with special guest Designer Tony Fanchi! You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook Email us...2024-05-281h 18
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 221 - Mojo TV - Sci-FiWelcome to Issue 221 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Issue of Mojo TV issue we look at the Sci-Fi genre of modulars! You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook Email us...2024-05-2135 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 220.5 - Superminion Roundtable I - New ReleasesWelcome to Issue 220.5 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Issue a few minions attempt a coup? Let's see how that goes! (Plus a chat about Next Evolution, Pool, and Age of Apocalypse) You can find us...2024-05-1644 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 220 - Supervillain Roundtable IX - Con of Heroes 2024 RecapWelcome to Issue 220 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Issue we recap the Con of Heroes with a dozen guests and friends who went to the convention! You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bi...2024-05-142h 42
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 219 - Spiral Welcome to Issue 219 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this issue we get into some MojoMania scenarios and look at Spiral -- the whole thing! You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook and Bo...2024-05-0756 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 218 - Mojo TV - WesternWelcome to Issue 218 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Issue of Mojo TV issue we look at the Western genre of modulars! You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook Email us...2024-04-3035 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 217 - Secret Dossier - Iron ManWelcome to Issue 217 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Secret Dossier issue we talk all about (vomit noises) Iron Man! UGH Gross. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook, Lexiconand Weenkster ...2024-04-231h 44
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 216 - MaGogWelcome to Issue 216 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this issue we get into some MojoMania scenarios and look at MaGog -- the whole thing! You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook and Le...2024-04-161h 06
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 215 - Mutant Genesis CampaignWelcome to Issue 215 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this issue we look back at then entire Mutant Genesis campaign, its campaign cards, and overall experience. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook...2024-04-091h 13
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 214 - Mojo TV - SitcomWelcome to Issue 214 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this April Fool's Issue of Mojo TV issue we look at the Sitcom genre of modulars! Patreon Rewards for Lexicon! You can find us on Di...2024-04-0147 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 213 - Shadow of the Past - Rogue's NemesisWelcome to Issue 213 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Shadow of the Past issue we look at the nemesis set for Rogue, Mystique. Special guest @ReyReyPod joins us to talk about it! You ca...2024-03-261h 02
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 212 - Future Past Welcome to Issue 212 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this issue we look at the campaign modular set (Days of) Future Past. Special guest Caleb Grace joins us to talk about it! You can fi...2024-03-1956 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 211 - ReaversWelcome to Issue 211 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this issue we look at the modular set Reavers! Our conversation is PRE Teamwork errata. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook an...2024-03-121h 03
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 210 - Magneto - Part IIWelcome to Issue 210 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this issue we look at Part 2 of the Villain scenario - Magneto! You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook Email us at: cri...2024-03-0554 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 209 - Magneto - Part IWelcome to Issue 209 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this issue we look at Part 1 of the Villain scenario - Magneto! You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook Email us at: cri...2024-02-2730 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 208.5 - "I See You" - Age of Apocalypse SpoilerWelcome to Issue 208.5 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this "I See You" spoiler issue we look at a card from the Age of Apocalypse box - Pterasaur with special guest Evil Dr Matt Carrano from the Smithsonian Na...2024-02-2229 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 208 - AcolytesWelcome to Issue 207 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this issue we look at the independent modular set Exodus. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, WanderingTook, Xripsin, Natalie Email us at: cri...2024-02-201h 02
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 207 - ExodusWelcome to Issue 207 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this issue we look at the independent modular set Exodus. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, BoardGameLawyer and DArcy Email us at: criticalencounterspod@gma...2024-02-1344 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 206 - Supervillain Roundtable X - AnniversaryWelcome to Issue 206 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Supervillain Roundtable X issue we talk favorite minions and anniversary stuff. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof and WanderingTook Email us at...2024-02-0650 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 205 - Mojo TV - FantasyWelcome to Issue 205 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Mojo TV Issue we turn into Fanta You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof and WanderingTook Email us at: criticalencounterspod@gmail.com...2024-01-3030 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 204 - Shadow of the Past - Gambits NemesisWelcome to Issue 204 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this Shadow of the Past issue we look at Gambit's Nemesis, Belladonna You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof and WanderingTook and BoomGuy Yo...2024-01-2348 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 203 - Shadow KingWelcome to Issue 203 of Critical Encounters, a podcast about Marvel Champions, a Living Card Game by Fantasy Flight Games. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, the Encounter Sets. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Villains, and their various plans to shape humanity and benefit the planet, as well as those so-called heroes intent on thwarting them. In this issue we look at the back of the pack modular Shadow King. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof and WanderingTook and DArcy ...2024-01-1631 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 30 - Shadow of the Past - Hulk NemesisCritical Encounters, a weekly podcast, focuses on taking a look at encounter cards and sets all from the villain's perspective. That means we are going to focus in on those 'bad guy cards' as if we were the villains. Its a focused look on that other half of the game. In this episode we take a look at Hulk's Nemesis the Abomination: https://marvelcdb.com/find?q=m%3Ahulk_nemesis&view=card&decks=encounter You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, WanderingTook, and Remedy Email us at: criticalencounterspod@gmail.com Foll...2020-09-0834 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 29 - Shadow of the Past - Dr. StrangeCritical Encounters, a weekly podcast, focuses on taking a look at encounter cards and sets all from the villain's perspective. That means we are going to focus in on those 'bad guy cards' as if we were the villains. Its a focused look on that other half of the game. In this episode we take a look at Doctor Strange's Nemesis Baron Mordo: https://marvelcdb.com/find?q=m%3Adoctor_strange_nemesis&view=card&decks=encounter You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, and TheTruth Email us at: criticalencounterspod@gmail.com 2020-09-0126 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 28 - Shadow of the Past - Black WidowCritical Encounters, a weekly podcast, focuses on taking a look at encounter cards and sets all from the villain's perspective. That means we are going to focus in on those 'bad guy cards' as if we were the villains. Its a focused look on that other half of the game. In this episode we take a look at Black Widow's Nemesis Taskmaster: https://marvelcdb.com/find?q=m%3Ablack_widow_nemesis&view=card&decks=encounter You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, TheTruth and BananaCrapshoot Email us at: criticalencounterspod@gmail.com 2020-08-2532 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 27.5 - I See You - Rise of Red SkullCritical Encounters, a weekly podcast, focuses on taking a look at encounter cards and sets all from the villain's perspective. That means we are going to focus in on those 'bad guy cards' as if we were the villains. Its a focused look on that other half of the game. In this episode we take a look at our Spoiler for The Rise of Red Skull. You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, TheTruth and KennedyHawk Email us at: criticalencounterspod@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook at: https...2020-08-2416 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 27 - Shadow of the Past - Captain Marvel's NemesisCritical Encounters, a weekly podcast, focuses on taking a look at encounter cards and sets all from the villain's perspective. That means we are going to focus in on those 'bad guy cards' as if we were the villains. Its a focused look on that other half of the game. In this episode we take a look at Captain Marvel's Nemesis Yon-Rogg: https://marvelcdb.com/find?q=m%3Acaptain_marvel_nemesis&view=card&decks=encounter You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, TheTruth and KennedyHawk Email us at: criticalencounterspod@gmail.com 2020-08-1840 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 26 - Supervillain Roundtable IICritical Encounters, a weekly podcast, focuses on taking a look at encounter cards and sets all from the villain's perspective. Here we take a good look at that most critical piece of the game, Community. We’ll discuss those poorly understood characters, unfairly labeled Gamers, and their various plans to shape the games and shuffle some cardboard. In this Bonus Issue we recap our experience during LCG Con! You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, TheTruth, WanderingTook, BardLee4, and Hippoboy “Each of us almost beat him, all alone! Working together, how can we fail??”...2020-08-1154 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 25 - Interrogation Room - Michael BoggsCritical Encounters, a weekly podcast, focuses on taking a look at encounter cards and sets all from the villain's perspective. That means we are going to focus in on those 'bad guy cards' as if we were the villains. Its a focused look on that other half of the game. In this Issue we sit down with designer and all around villainous guy Michael Boggs! You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, and TheTruth Email us at: criticalencounterspod@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/critic...2020-08-041h 21
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 24 - Shadow of the Past - Spider-man NemesisCritical Encounters, a weekly podcast, focuses on taking a look at encounter cards and sets all from the villain's perspective. That means we are going to focus in on those 'bad guy cards' as if we were the villains. Its a focused look on that other half of the game. In this episode we take a look at the Spider-man's Nemesis Vulture: https://marvelcdb.com/find?q=m%3Aspider_man_nemesis&view=card&decks=encounter You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, and TheTruth Email us at: criticalencounterspod@gmail.com Fol...2020-07-2133 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 23 - Ultron - Part 2Critical Encounters, a weekly podcast, focuses on taking a look at encounter cards and sets all from the villain's perspective. That means we are going to focus in on those 'bad guy cards' as if we were the villains. Its a focused look on that other half of the game. In this episode we take a look at the Ultron - Part 2 set: https://marvelcdb.com/find?q=m%3Aultron&view=card&decks=encounter You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, and TheTruth Email us at: criticalencounterspod@gmail.com Follo...2020-07-0748 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 22 - Ultron - Part 1Critical Encounters, a weekly podcast, focuses on taking a look at encounter cards and sets all from the villain's perspective. That means we are going to focus in on those 'bad guy cards' as if we were the villains. Its a focused look on that other half of the game. In this episode we take a look at the Ultron - Part 1 set: https://marvelcdb.com/find?q=m%3Aultron&view=card&decks=encounter You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, and TheTruth Email us at: criticalencounterspod@gmail.com Foll...2020-06-3039 min
Critical Encounters - A Marvel Champions PodcastCritical Encounters - Issue 21 - Shadow of the Past - Iron Man NemesisCritical Encounters, a weekly podcast, focuses on taking a look at encounter cards and sets all from the villain's perspective. That means we are going to focus in on those 'bad guy cards' as if we were the villains. Its a focused look on that other half of the game. In this episode we take a look at the Iron Man's Nemesis set: https://marvelcdb.com/find?q=m%3Airon_man_nemesis&view=card&decks=encounter You can find us on Discord as: Vardaen, bigfomlof, TheTruth and WanderingTook Email us at: critica...2020-06-2337 min