We discuss all the happenings from Pro Tour Ixalan including all the nerd drama. No surprises from the Standard metagame. The amount of player mistakes in the top 8 however was shocking. Conor updates the fantasy Team Series standings. Other topics include Throwback Standard Gauntlet decklists, slow play improvements, and Legos. The Cardhoarder Podcast is proudly sponsored by Cardhoarder.com Email us at cardhoarderpodcast@gmail.com Pro Tour nerd drama - 2:06 Standard metagame - 12:16 Team Series...
Nov 08, 2017•47 min
This week we look over the changes to the 2018 Grand Prix circuit. Conor gushes how awesome Innistrad is. The Innistrad Throwback Standard Gauntlet decklists were released. Pro Tour Ixalan is coming up so we make our predictions and draft our picks for the PT Team Series. We also discuss what is missing from the Team Series. The Cardhoarder Podcast is proudly sponsored by Cardhoarder.com Email us at cardhoarderpodcast@gmail.com GP Liverpool - 2:08 2018 Grand Prix Changes - 9:58 Innistrad Throwba...
Nov 01, 2017•59 min
This week we discuss all the formats besides Standard. The Eternal Weekend metagames triggered ban worthy discussions amongst the community. Are these concerns valid going forward? We take a look at Collins Mullen's 1st place Humans list from SCG Cincinnati. The Modern metagame continues to evolve with new innovations from Ixalan. We share our current thoughts on the Magic Online economy and which cards have drastically changed in price. We close the show with our thoughts on MTG Arena gameplay....
Oct 25, 2017•1 hr 4 min
Dave Murphy is the new Ireland National champion! His good friend, Fergus Looney, joins the cast to share his experience running Irish Nationals. Gus reminisces how he met Dave and how Dave grew as a Magic player. Dave goes through his full Nationals experience. He explains how he came to play Mono-Red and why it was the perfect choice for this tournament. With the recent B&R announcement, we discuss the health of the various Magic formats. We close the show with a few music suggestions. The...
Oct 18, 2017•1 hr 10 min
Hall of Famer Willy Edel joins the show this week to announce his recent partnership with Cardhoarder. With the formation of Team Cardhoarder Brazil, Willy hopes to mentor the team to new heights. Willy also shares his journey in becoming the ambassador for Brazilian Magic and what Brazil struggles with most in Organized Play. We share our thoughts on the Magic World Championship and the Team Series. Dave shares why coverage took major steps forward and unfortunately a few steps back. The Cardho...
Oct 11, 2017•1 hr 6 min
Dave sounds off on the Ixalan limited format. We also discuss week 1 of the new Standard format and how control decks have changed over the years. Magic Online treasure chests have been updated for Ixalan. We go over the notable curated card changes and the effect this has had on the MTGO economy. Small amounts of new information on MTG Arena continue to trickle out. We discuss the stream schedule and the decks selected for the streamer challenge. Other topics include the MTG World Championship,...
Oct 04, 2017•1 hr 23 min
Ixalan is out on Magic Online! With the new set available, we say goodbye to BFZ block, SOI block, and Hour of Devastation limited. Which cards will we miss most from standard? Which cards are we jumping for joy that left? Another update to the Pro Club was released and we discuss how this affects sponsors following the pro scene. Other topics include MTGO flashback schedule, Fatal Push Promo, and the MTG Arena deckbuilding challenge. The Cardhoarder Podcast is proudly sponsored by Cardhoarder.c...
Sep 27, 2017•1 hr 1 min
Erin Campbell joins the show this week as the new Community Manager for Cardhoarder! She shares what her job will entail and her plans moving forward for Cardhoarder. We chronicle her diverse podcasting career and how that has helped her prepare for the new job. Other topics include discovering Dredge, dealing with tilt in MTG, playing in the VSL, and much more! The Cardhoarder Podcast is proudly sponsored by Cardhoarder.com Email us at cardhoarderpodcast@gmail.com Cardhoarder Community Manager ...
Sep 20, 2017•59 min
MTG Arena was finally revealed! What does this mean for the future of Magic Online? Wizards assures the player base that MTGO isn't going anywhere. We discuss the possible outcomes that are likely to arise in the future of Magic: the Gathering. Other topics include Iconic Masters, Japanese Nationals, and some special shout outs. The Cardhoarder Podcast is proudly sponsored by Cardhoarder.com Email us at cardhoarderpodcast@gmail.com MTG Arena Premiere stream - 1:03 What will happen to MTGO? - 19:...
Sep 13, 2017•1 hr 29 min
Former SCG grinder Chris VanMeter joins the show this week to share his experiences working at Card Kingdom. Chris discusses his new Twitch show Friendsday Night Magic and shares the impressive guest list he has lined up. We also pick his brain on the new gruul dinosaur that will most likely see Standard play. Other topics include Best of SCG, Magic Online Wishlist, new rules and mechanics, and our favorite spoilers from Ixalan. The Cardhoarder Podcast is proudly sponsored by Cardhoarder.com Ema...
Sep 07, 2017•1 hr 13 min
Pro Tour Amonkhet Champion Gerry Thompson joins the show this week to share his extensive journey in the game of Magic. We touch on his Reddit post dealing with depression, his drive to get better at Magic, and how his Magic career got started. Other topics include problems with MTGO, Magic content, and memorable games of Magic. The Cardhoarder Podcast is proudly sponsored by Cardhoarder.com Email us at cardhoarderpodcast@gmail.com Gerry's Reddit post - 2:00 Gerry's early career in MTG - 5:36 Ge...
Aug 30, 2017•1 hr 12 min
Dave shares his London RPTQ performance. We discuss the evolution of the current Standard format and how the decklist posting change has affected the metagame. Brad Nelson and his brother Corey Baumeister continue their hot streak by placing 1st and 3rd at Grand Prix Denver. Lee Sharpe shared a few new updates for Magic Online. Most notably Vintage leagues coming August 30th. Other topics include made up house rules, Team Cardhoarder updates, MTGO bugs, and much more! The Cardhoarder Podcast is ...
Aug 23, 2017•52 min
This week we catch up on Magic Online news and the changes to the Pro Club. Magic Online Player Rewards now gives out one card packs that can be traded. Dave continues his success in Modern with a 32nd place finish at Grand Prix Birmingham. Other topics include Ravnica Throwback Standard Gauntlet decklists, Starcraft Remastered, a new position at Cardhoarder, and much more! The Cardhoarder Podcast is proudly sponsored by Cardhoarder.com Email us at cardhoarderpodcast@gmail.com Dave's GP Birmingh...
Aug 16, 2017•1 hr 12 min
We are back! Dave has returned from playing in his first Pro Tour. Conor is back from Dreamhack Atlanta. A lot to catch up on! Dave recaps his tournament experiences at GP Kyoto and Pro Tour Hour of Devastation. We discuss Yam Wing Chun's unfortunate punt on the big stage against PV. Was game 5 an all time memorable Magic moment? Wizards made changes to the Pro Tour in 2018. We catch up on the changes and much more! The Cardhoarder Podcast is proudly sponsored by Cardhoarder.com Email us at card...
Aug 09, 2017•1 hr 11 min
Last episode before Dave leaves for Japan to battle at GP Kyoto and Pro Tour Hour of Devastation! We share our thoughts on the In-Store play changes by Wizards of the Coast. With the Pro Tour approaching, we share our top 5 decks Dave needs to test against in preparation for PTHOU. A pack is also cracked to jump start our thoughts on the HOU draft format. We will be on hiatus for the next 2 weeks. Stay tuned for our return! The Cardhoarder Podcast is proudly sponsored by Cardhoarder.com Email us...
Jul 19, 2017•1 hr 6 min
Reigning SCG Players' Champion Joe Lossett joins the show and shares how much has changed in his Pro Tour preparation. Dave struggles in his week 1 testing for Pro Tour Hour of Devastation. We discuss the recent change by Wizards to decrease the number of league decklists posted everyday in half. Other topics include HOU limited impressions, the health of Legacy, and stories of getting lost in Japan. The Cardhoarder Podcast is proudly sponsored by Cardhoarder.com Email us at cardhoarderpodcast@g...
Jul 13, 2017•1 hr 10 min
The full spoiler for Hour of Devastation is out now! We go over our favorite and least favorite cards from the set. Conor shares an important entry to the Magic Online Wishlist. Other topics include the SCG Invitational, LRR Pre-Prelease, 1v1 Commander bans, and MTGO Challenge decklists. The Cardhoarder Podcast is proudly sponsored by Cardhoarder.com Email us at cardhoarderpodcast@gmail.com Magic Online Wishlist - 1:30 LRR Pre-Prelease & SCG Invitational - 16:15 1v1 Commander banned update -...
Jul 06, 2017•56 min
It's time for an update on the MTGO economy. We look at what cards have spiked and which have fallen drastically. Members of Team Cardhoarder just missed the top 4 of GP Cleveland with the narrowest of tiebreaks. Naturally we talk about intentional draws for the game of Magic. Other topics include Battle of the Planes win percentages, Michael Majors working for Wizards, and review our past thoughts on the MTGO redemption cycle. The Cardhoarder Podcast is proudly sponsored by Cardhoarder.com Emai...
Jun 28, 2017•1 hr 12 min
Grand Prix Vegas seemed to be a resounding success. Dave had major problems with coverage however. First time since 2006, there will be a trio Team Pro Tour in 2018 during the new core set release. Has Wizards gone too far with team events? Other topics include the 25th anniversary announcements, Battle of the Planes, extra prizes for MTGO, Hour of Devastation spoilers, and much more! The Cardhoarder Podcast is proudly sponsored by Cardhoarder.com Email us at cardhoarderpodcast@gmail.com Magic O...
Jun 21, 2017•1 hr 12 min
Dave is qualified for Pro Tour Hour of Devastation in Kyoto Japan! He shares his long journey of near misses and the details of his RPTQ. Aetherworks Marvel is banned in Standard and we all rejoice. Metamorphosis 2.0 article was released by Mark Rosewater. Huge shakeups to the game with Core sets returning in the summer and draft formats will now all be large draft alone sets. Other topics include Pro Tour Hall of fame changes, Magic Digital Next update, Magic getting a MMORPG, and much more! Th...
Jun 14, 2017•1 hr 25 min
Wizards announced constructed online PTQs will be changed back to the old system. Conor adds a suggestion to the ongoing Magic Online Wishlist. Dave and Conor face off in the thrilling conclusion of the Lets Stump Vargas game. This time there is a winner. Other topics include Mirrodin Throwback Standard Gauntlet, MTGO Challenge decklists, and the Team Draft Super League. The Cardhoarder Podcast is proudly sponsored by Cardhoarder.com Email us at cardhoarderpodcast@gmail.com Magic Online Wishlist...
Jun 07, 2017•1 hr 20 min
Dave finished 13th at GP Copenhagen. We go over his deck choice and future plans for his quest to qualify for the Pro Tour. AmazHS, a popular Hearthstone streamer, received a special invite to Pro Tour Hour of Devastation. Are special invites good for the game? We end the show with an intense 3 rounds of Let's Stump Vargas (game played on LR cast testing LSV's knowledge of old cards). Other topics include Throwback Standard Gauntlets, Magic Online Challenge decklists, and much more! The Cardhoar...
May 31, 2017•1 hr 24 min
This week we discuss fraud and theft on Magic Online. Recent cases have popped up so we share our stories and suggestions on how to avoid theft to your Magic Online account. In other Magic Online news, we discuss the health of the 1v1 Commander format. Last weekend was also the first weekend of the new Magic Online Challenges. We take a look at the Magic Online metagame for each Challenge. Other topics include Helene Bergeot leaving WOTC, Gerry Thompson selling his Pro Tour trophy for charity, a...
May 24, 2017•1 hr 7 min
Magic Online has a greater effect on the Pro Tour metagame with the new release schedule that was introduced for Amonkhet. We discuss the pros and cons of this new era of Magic. Gerry Thompson won PTAKH with Mono-Black Zombies. PV released a vlog going over his testing process for the Pro Tour. How valid are his concerns? We also share our biggest punts! The Cardhoarder Podcast is proudly sponsored by Cardhoarder.com Email us at cardhoarderpodcast@gmail.com Gerry winning PTAKH - 1:12 PTAKH Stand...
May 17, 2017•58 min
This week on the Cardhoarder Podcast Conor, Nathaniel, and Dave share their thoughts on the 1v1 commander banned list. The community was outraged over using the same list for multiplayer Commander. New tournaments were announced every weekend on Magic Online for eternal formats even Pauper and 1v1 Commander. The new Throwback Standard Gauntlet decklists were revealed. How broken was Combo Winter? The Cardhoarder Podcast is proudly sponsored by Cardhoarder.com Email us at cardhoarderpodcast@gmail...
May 11, 2017•59 min
An emergency ban in Standard came out of nowhere. Conor, Nathaniel, and Dave share their frustrations with the constant tinkering with Standard. Fingers are crossed that the format will be improved moving forward. Andrew Jessup won SCG Atlanta with Mardu Vehicles. Other topics include deck of the week, deck names, and Dave trying to get Trogdor over. The Cardhoarder Podcast is proudly sponsored by Cardhoarder.com Email us at cardhoarderpodcast@gmail.com Addendum to latest B&R announcement - ...
May 03, 2017•1 hr
Controversial B&R announcement from Wizards of the Coast this week. Legacy has its first ban since 2015. How will the format shape up? No changes in Standard has the community in a uproar while Commander and Vintage had changes respectively. We give our first impressions on week one of Amonkhet being online. Other topics include MTGO exert implementation, Twitch Affiliate Program, rules updates, and much more! The Cardhoarder Podcast is proudly sponsored by Cardhoarder.com Email us at cardho...
Apr 26, 2017•1 hr 11 min
This week on the Cardhoarder Podcast Nathaniel is back just in time for Wizards releasing numerous Organized Play announcements. Dave rants about the changes to RPTQs and the PPTQ system in general. Is the system broken and can it be fixed? The Magic World Championship was moved closer to release week while Pro Tour Ixalan is pushed back a month. Other topics include Nationals update, Throwback Standard Gauntlet reactions, and our favorite/least favorite cards spoiled from Amonkhet. The Cardhoar...
Apr 19, 2017•1 hr 16 min
This week on the Cardhoarder Podcast Alex Ullman joins the show to share his expertise on the Pauper format. We go over a brief history of Pauper and the evolution of the banned list. Alex shares his most impactful cards in the format and whether the jump from Dailies to Leagues on Magic Online has been a positive shift for the format. The Cardhoarder Podcast is proudly sponsored by Cardhoarder.com Email us at cardhoarderpodcast@gmail.com Best aspects of Pauper & downfalls for creating conte...
Apr 13, 2017•57 min
This week on the Cardhoarder Podcast we reflect on 49 episodes and the 25th anniversary of Magic: the Gathering. Randy Buehler created a Patreon for a Team Draft Super league. How will this be implemented on Magic Online? With the Aftermath split cards coming into Standard, Wizards decided to refine the rules of the converted mana cost of split cards. Other topics include Amonkhet spoilers, ranting on the visual template for Aftermath cards, and Dragon's Maze being a bad set. The Cardhoarder Pod...
Apr 05, 2017•1 hr 15 min
