Another episode of Crew 3 Podcast, this time sans Ricky due to other engagements. This week Chris and Ruckman walk through some helpful deck building tips that are sure to come in handy for those starting out or looking to the future with Ikoria on the horizon. Note this episode was recorded before spoilers started, so you'll have to wait for next week to hear all of our initial thoughts on the set. Want to keep up with the show? Join our Discord https://discord.gg/jNAj7jx or follow us on twitte...
Apr 03, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Crew 3 is back for another episode, this week we're discussing budget updates for the 2020 Challenger decks. We take a look at $25 and $50 tiers of upgrades to give these decks a chance to shine at local events or with your friends. Speaking of budget, we announced on our discord that we'll be hosting a 50tix deck challenge event on MtGO Sunday March 29th. To find out how to sign up, check the announcements channel in our discord that can be joined here https://discord.gg/jNAj7jx . We've also st...
Mar 27, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Welcome back to another episode of Crew 3. This week we're talking about Ruckman and Ricky playing in what will possibly the last paper magic event for some time. Also, we're delving into what cards should be included in the previously teased Pioneer Masters that will be bringing the format to Arena at some point later this year. Finally, we round off this week's episode with another round of "Does It Slap" selected this time from submission on our Discord server. Don't forget to check out our n...
Mar 20, 2020•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 17
This week saw the release of a new banlist..........except pioneer wasn't touched. With no planned bans until the end of April, how will Pioneer evolve around Dimir Inverter and Lotus Breach remaining safe? Listen and find out what decks we think you should be playing before we kick it over to another segment of does it slap! Oh, and did we mention we have a new Youtube channel AND Discord ? You should definitely check those out. Like the show? Be sure to subscribe, drop a review, and share us w...
Mar 13, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 16
It's about to get real exciting in Pioneer again! This week we're discussing our predictions for the recently announced ban list on March 9th, giving a peek at what decks we're going to be playing over the next couple weeks, talking about our favorite cards and pioneer, and finishing with another user submitted deck in "Does it Slap?". Before any of this though we begin with a special update from Chris. Oh, and did I mention we have a Youtube channel now? Starting this week we'll be posting week...
Mar 06, 2020•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Welcome back listeners to another exciting episode of Crew 3. We're bundled up as combo winter continues to roll through pioneer without respite in sight. This week we take a look at the most recent SCG Open and Classic results, talk about the potential to UNBAN some cards, and round of with another listener submitted hot takes. Also we're talking about some up coming expanded content avenues that we've been working on. If you enjoy the show please tell your friends, leave us a review, and follo...
Feb 28, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Hello listeners, this last week was slow going for pioneer so we're bringing to you a more relaxed episode than usual. We're talking about Worlds, the NRG Series, closing thoughts on Inverter and Breach, and wrapping up with some listener Q&A. If you like this episode and the rest of our content please subscribe, tell your friends, drop us a review, and follow us on twitter at @Crew3Podcast! Want to support the show? You can find our Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/crew3mtg You can now...
Feb 21, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Well after another big weekend of pioneer and more events full of Dimir Inverter and Lotus Breach the guys sit down to discuss if it’s time to bring down the ban game on not just one, but both decks. Also, if these decks deserve a ban, what needs to go? We’re also introducing a new end of episode segment! Enjoy the show? Please tell your friends to check us out and leave a review on the platform of your choice! Want to support the show? You can find our Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/crew...
Feb 14, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 12
After a pioneer packed weekend of premier level play the guys sit down to discuss the Top 8's and deck performance numbers for PT Brussels and Nagoya. Is Dimir Inverter too good? What's poised to beat it? What should you be playing heading into GP Phoenix? Listen and find out all that and more. Want to support the show? You can find our Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/crew3mtg You can now also support us by buying cards through our TCG Affiliate link! http://crew3mtg.com/ Buy a playmat or ...
Feb 07, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 11
You listeners have been asking for it, and it's finally here! This week Crew 3 is taking a peek at options to play pioneer on a budget. We're presenting three different buy-in tiers of $100,$200, and $300 as well as giving some ideas on good value pickups alongside cards that will maintain their value as the format continues to grow. Make sure you follow us on twitter @crew3podcast to see the decklists we're talking about and retweet the episode link to enter into the drawing for a sealed booste...
Jan 31, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Hey listeners, we're back home safe after enjoying a fun weekend at PAX South. This week we go a little into what we did and then present our Theros Beyond Death Brews. Sorry for the sniffles and allergy issues, it's been nasty here in Texas. If you enjoy listening please tell your friends, word of mouth helps out a lot. Also check us out on twitter @crew3podcast. Want to support the show? You can find our Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/crew3mtg You can now also support us by buying cards...
Jan 24, 2020•56 min•Season 1Ep. 9
This week we roll on with the formatting change and take time to discuss the new apparent king of the format in Mono/Big/Chonky Red, what makes mono-colored decks so successful in Pioneer, and some final thoughts on Theros Beyond Death as we head into prerelease weekend. Reminder we're going to be at PAX South so please say hi to us if you're there, and be sure to follow our weekend updates on Twitter @crew3podcast. Want to support the show? You can find our Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com...
Jan 17, 2020•59 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Sorry for the delayed release, but episode 7 is finally here! We want to take a quick moment to thank all of our listeners new and old for joining us and we continue to evolve alongside the format. We're switching things up and starting to take more in depth looks at topics instead of spending most of our episodes going over decklists. We hope this will be a welcomed change, but feel free to let us know on twitter @crew3podcast. Want to support the show? You can find our Patreon here: https://ww...
Jan 14, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 7
The boys are back a week early! Theros spoilers began in earnest and we just couldn't stay away. Tune in for our thoughts on the set's early heavy hitters like Heliod 2.0 and Klothys. Want to support the show? You can find our Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/crew3mtg You can now also support us by buying cards through our TCG Affiliate link! http://crew3mtg.com/ Buy a playmat or used our Inked Gaming affiliate link here: https://bit.ly/3aX4hzO Want to keep up with the show? Join our Discor...
Jan 05, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 6
We're back after a week off for what will be our final episode of 2019. This week we're talking about the banning of Nexus of Fate and Oko, Thief of Crowns (RIP the twink with the most abs). As well as looking at some of the recent PTQ and League Results. Please be sure to leaves us a review and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @Crew3Podcast to keep up to date with us. We'll be back in two weeks, so from all of us at Crew 3 enjoy your holidays and have a wonderful new year! Want to support the...
Dec 22, 2019•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 5
What was initially intended as a brief weekend update has merged with a quick post ban discussion. This week your Crew 3 hosts discuss the potential bans and then provide our reactions after the fact. Want to support the show? You can find our Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/crew3mtg You can now also support us by buying cards through our TCG Affiliate link! http://crew3mtg.com/ Buy a playmat or used our Inked Gaming affiliate link here: https://bit.ly/3aX4hzO Want to keep up with the show...
Dec 06, 2019•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 4
After Ricky's computer died mid recording Chris and Ruckman decided to start over and record a shorter episode this week covering some of what was discussed in the now lost version of episode 3. Mono-Black's firmly on top after the first two days of MTGO's pioneer week PTQ's how should you combat it? Listen and find out. Want to support the show? You can find our Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/crew3mtg You can now also support us by buying cards through our TCG Affiliate link! http://crew...
Nov 30, 2019•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Welcome back to Crew 3, sorry for the delay in getting this episode to you all. This week we're talking about the fallout of the Star City Games Invitational which featured Pioneer in the swiss rounds as well as the top 8. As always we're looking at some recent MTGO league results, discussing cards you should or should not be playing, and of course rounding off with our hot take head to head. This week it's Ruckman vs. Chris, who will win? Be sure to check us out on Twitter and Instagram while w...
Nov 24, 2019•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Welcome to the first episode of Crew 3. This week we'll be introducing you to ourselves as well as the new Magic the Gathering Format Pioneer. Just as well we'll be taking a look at the first week of bans, the format's early meta game, and sharing opinions on what you should and should not be playing in the current format. We hope you enjoy! Want to support the show? You can find our Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/crew3mtg You can now also support us by buying cards through our TCG Affili...
Nov 15, 2019•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 1
