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Crew3: A Pioneer Podcast

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Welcome to Crew3! Join your hosts Ruckman, Chris, and Ricky as they discuss the current happenings in their favorite game Magic the Gathering. With combined decades of experience their goal is to help players find succcess in their local communities and make the jump from kitchen table to competitive success. Come for the advice, stay for the hilarity that ensues.

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Episodes

Goodbye Pioneer, Hello Standard!

This week the Ricky and Ruckman take a look at the results of the last Pioneer RC we'll have for awhile, and then dive into some community Standard deck submissions! Calgary Regional: https://melee.gg/Tournament/View/124117 Calgary Sunday Event: https://melee.gg/Tournament/View/188054 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 I...

Nov 22, 20241 hr 28 minSeason 5Ep. 253

Is Blood Crypt the Most Oppressive Card in Pioneer?

One RC left before we temporarily put pioneer on the competitive shelf, so let's see where the format is at before things get wrapped up in a nice Foundations bow. 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 Discord http://discord.gg/...

Nov 15, 20241 hr 27 minSeason 5Ep. 252

Box Breaks, Beyblades and Ninjas, OH MY!

This week Ricky and Chris talk about the incredible Extra Life campaign (VODs available on twitch and Youtube) and if pioneer is dead no one told us! Ricky talks about the awesome Ninjas list that has been performing well online recently! 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...

Nov 08, 20241 hr 16 minSeason 4Ep. 251

The End of Crew3?

Don't worry, we aren't going anywhere.....but there will be some changes! Extra-Life Page: https://www.extra-life.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donordrive.participant&participantID=539999 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 Dis...

Nov 01, 20241 hr 8 minSeason 4Ep. 250

Turning a Commander Pod into a Competitive Team ft. Tony from Magic 512

A very timely episode this week as Chris and Ruckman are joined by friend of the show Tony from Magic 512 and discuss how he turned his weekly 4-player commander into a well oiled competitive machine with multiple RC competitors. Be sure to donate to our extra life!!!: https://www.extra-life.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.participant&participantID=539999 Tony's Twitter: https://twitter.com/tdoot_ Pioneer Showcase: https://www.mtgo.com/decklist/pioneer-showcase-challenge-2024-10-20126997...

Oct 25, 20241 hr 27 minSeason 4Ep. 249

Interview with RC Top8 Competitor Ian Robb

This week the guys sit down to discuss the recent dropping of Pioneer from the upcoming RCQ Schedule. After assuring everyone that it isn't the end of the world, Ricky and Ruckman sit down for a wonderful interview with RC DC Top8 Competitor Ian Robb, and then the boys check out the results of the Japanese and SEA RC's. Be sure to donate to our extra life!!!: https://www.extra-life.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.participant&participantID=539999 Ian's Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ian__Ro...

Oct 18, 20241 hr 27 minSeason 4Ep. 248

Rakdos Cauldron Takes the Pot in DC

What an exciting weekend for Pioneer as 2000 players descended on the US capital to battle it out for their seat on the pro tour! Now its up to the guys to discuss what this means for the format going forward. Link to Extra Life: https://www.extra-life.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donordrive.participant&participantID=539999 RC DC Decklists: https://melee.gg/Tournament/View/63398 Pioneer 10k Decklists: https://melee.gg/Tournament/View/131426 Want to support the show? You can find our Patreon here...

Oct 11, 20241 hr 19 minSeason 4Ep. 247

All the Pioneer Decks! RC DC Prep Part 2

Turns out there's a lot of playable decks in pioneer right now, so we briefly cover all of them to give you an idea of what to expect this weekend! Existing Archetypes: Rakdos Aggro - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/6663192#paper Jund Sac - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/6659444#paper Phoenix - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/6663174#paper UW Control - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/6663763#paper Selsesnya Angels - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/6652962#paper Boros High Noon - https://ww...

Oct 03, 20241 hr 30 minSeason 4Ep. 246

Preparing for RC Washington DC Part 1

RC Season is here, so we're here to help you prepare for DC and any RC's beyond! This week while we wait to see the impact of Duskmourn we're answering all your burning questions about everything and everything related to RC action. 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/3aX4h...

Sep 28, 20241 hr 18 minSeason 4Ep. 245

The Calm Before Duskmourn

Chris and Ricky take one last quick look before Pioneer is flung into the haunted halls of Duskmourn! 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 Discord http://discord.gg/h62MXE5raf or follow us on twitter @Crew3podcast Want more Cre...

Sep 20, 20241 hr 7 minSeason 4Ep. 244

A New Prison Deck in Pioneer?

It's a Ruckman and Chris week as the boys tackle more Duskmourne spoilers and talking about a very exciting decklist from this week's challenges! 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 Discord http://discord.gg/h62MXE5raf or foll...

Sep 13, 20241 hr 22 minSeason 4Ep. 243

New Decks and New Cards!

With Amalia and Vampires behind us, Pioneer is really opening up! But what decks are starting out at the top of the food chain? Selesnya Company: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/6597818#paper Selesnya Angels: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/6605175#paper Azorius Humans: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/6611569#paper Boros Convoke: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/6611559#paper Jund Sac: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/6603318#paper Rakdos Aggro: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/6607336#paper ...

Sep 06, 20241 hr 12 minSeason 4Ep. 242

Monday's Banlist Saved Magic!

Big episode this week! GP's are back, Amalia is banned, and NostraRicky is here to make Duskmourne predictions! 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 Discord http://discord.gg/h62MXE5raf or follow us on twitter @Crew3podcast Wan...

Aug 28, 20241 hr 19 minSeason 4Ep. 241

100% Accurate Never Wrong BNR Predictions

Just like it says on the tin! 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 Discord http://discord.gg/h62MXE5raf or follow us on twitter @Crew3podcast Want more Crew3 content? Check out our YouTube channel or watch our weekly streams on...

Aug 23, 20241 hr 22 minSeason 4Ep. 240

What's Going on in Standard?

As we gear up for the much anticipated August 26 BnR update, the boys decide to have a little fun and check out what's going on in Standard! Gruul Aggro: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/6565798#paper Laa11 Simic: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/6572772#paper Jaudy White Midrange: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/6572804#paper 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...

Aug 17, 20241 hr 15 minSeason 4Ep. 239

Yeesh, That's a Lot of Vampires

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 Discord http://discord.gg/h62MXE5raf or follow us on twitter @Crew3podcast Want more Crew3 content? Check out our YouTube channel or watch our weekly streams on Twitch . If you like the show...

Aug 10, 202456 minSeason 4Ep. 238

Bloomburrow Brews

It's Does It Slap time again! The guys review listener submitted brews before going over their own. 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 Discord http://discord.gg/h62MXE5raf or follow us on twitter @Crew3podcast Want more Crew3...

Aug 02, 20241 hr 18 minSeason 4Ep. 237

Our Bloomburrow Top 5s

Bloomburrow prereleases this weekend which means it's time to go over our top 5's from the new set. Will the guys agree, or will Ricky be super duper wrong? 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://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 Discord http...

Jul 26, 20241 hr 18 minSeason 4Ep. 236

Bloomburrow Hype!

Bloomburrow is Ricky's favorite set so we had to talk about our favorite cards! Also Chris would also like you to know he picked up his invite last week. There's a new Does it Slap challenge in this episode so make sure to check that out and get ready for our top 5 Bloomburrow edition next week! 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...

Jul 19, 20241 hr 12 minSeason 4Ep. 235

Ban Amalia? Ban Ricky!

Wow, uhhhhhhh that sure was an interesting weekend but with the dust settled let's hear Ricky's side of the story. Also we have Bloomburrow spoilers! Gruul Bard Class List: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/6500305#paper 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 ke...

Jul 12, 20241 hr 25 minSeason 4Ep. 234

Sticking to Your Archetype ft. Papa Kral

This week the boys are joined by friend of the show Papa Kral who goes over his love of Mono-white humans and what the benefits of hyper focusing on and playing a singular archetype in a format like Pioneer. 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 t...

Jul 08, 20241 hr 31 minSeason 4Ep. 233

Amalia Survives the Rest of RCQ Season

It's a Chris and Ruckman episode this week while the guys talk about their recent RCQ successes putting up some top 8 finishes. After that let's take a look at that nothing sandwhich of a BnR announcement. 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...

Jun 29, 202459 minSeason 4Ep. 232

Is Amalia Too Good for Pioneer?

There's a banlist on Monday so the boys are here to weigh in on their predictions, and read some listener feedback on the format! Challenge 1: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/49598 Challenge 2: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/49599 Challenge 3: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/49602 Challenge 4: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/49612 Challenge 5: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/49633 Challenge 6: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/49647 Challenge 7: https://w...

Jun 21, 20241 hr 17 minSeason 4Ep. 231

Making Our Own Pioneer Horizons

Whelp the guys finally broke, they gave into the Horizons idea and decided to pitch their own includes for Pioneer Horizon. Challenge 1: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/pioneer-challenge-32-2024-06-06#paper Challenge 2: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/pioneer-challenge-64-2024-06-06#paper Challenge 3: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/pioneer-challenge-32-2024-06-07#paper Challenge 4: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/pioneer-challenge-32-2024-06-07-1#paper Challenge 5: h...

Jun 14, 20241 hr 23 minEp. 230

Big Changes to US Regional Championships

The last Dream Hack Regional Championship is in the books, but not without it's own amount of drama. Meanwhile, SCG is shaking things up for the next RCQ season what does this mean going forward??? Challenge 1: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/pioneer-challenge-32-2024-05-30#paper Challenge 2: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/pioneer-challenge-64-2024-05-30#paper Challenge 3: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/pioneer-challenge-32-2024-05-31#paper Challenge 4: https://www.mtggold...

Jun 07, 20241 hr 3 minSeason 4Ep. 229

Finding Success at the Highest Level - Inteview with Team Main Phase

It was an absolute pleasure to sit down with Alan and Jason from Team Main Phase and discuss what it takes to find success at the highest level of competitive magic! Team Main Phase Twitter accounts: Team Page : https://twitter.com/TeamMainPhase Jason: https://twitter.com/JC0RNELL Alan: https://twitter.com/TSharkweek 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...

May 31, 20241 hr 25 minSeason 4Ep. 228

Bouncing Back From a Bad Start

This week's episode Ricky gives some helpful advice on how to bounce back from those dreaded 0-2 starts at your local RCQ 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 Discord http://discord.gg/h62MXE5raf or follow us on twitter @Crew3p...

May 24, 202453 minSeason 4Ep. 227

Ghosts Over West Texas and Other Magic Stories

It's been a hell of a ride so far during this RCQ season, and since we don't have a BNR update to complain about that guys thought it would be nice to talk about some of their best and worst times on the road for Magic events. Challenge 1: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/pioneer-challenge-32-2024-05-09#paper Challenge 2: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/pioneer-challenge-64-2024-05-09#paper Challenge 3: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/pioneer-challenge-32-2024-05-10#paper Cha...

May 18, 20241 hr 35 minSeason 4Ep. 226

Banlist Predictions and Cheap Pickups

The boys are back once again to talk about some exciting challenge decklists, before giving their predictions for Mondays banlist, and then wrapping up with some cheap $5 pickups that are almost too good to pass up right now. Challenge 1: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/pioneer-challenge-32-2024-05-02#paper Challenge 2: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/pioneer-challenge-32-2024-05-03#paper Challenge 3: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/pioneer-challenge-32-2024-05-03-1#paper Su...

May 10, 20241 hr 13 minSeason 4Ep. 225

So Many Challenges!

There's so many challenges for Pioneer it's a great time to be an MTGO player, but all the results are all over the place! What decks to the guys really thing are on top? 4/25: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/pioneer-challenge-32-2024-04-25#paper 4/26: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/pioneer-challenge-32-2024-04-26#paper 4/26: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/pioneer-challenge-32-2024-04-26-1#paper 4/27: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/pioneer-challenge-64-2024-04-27#p...

May 03, 20241 hr 28 minSeason 4Ep. 224
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