Today's podcast is more casty than usual thanks to special guest Boulevardtcg! With a world-class caster on the stage, the trio go over the recent meta developments, some interesting decks that may tempt connoisseurs, hard truths about card gamers, and lessons Boulevard has learned on his way to the top of the casting games game! Brought to you as usual, by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Opening Thanks 0:47 Special Guest; BoulevardTCG & his secret technique 3:05 Triangular Me...
Aug 04, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 114
TOURNEY LATER TODAY https://matcherino.com/tournaments/97617 https://matcherino.com/tournaments/97617 https://matcherino.com/tournaments/97617 Our Mastering Runeterra Open is coming up later today, and the meta has shaped out to have a lot of slightly-below-top dogs jockeying for the top of the pile. With the meta cycle in full swing, the boys discuss what they've noticed as of late, what they expect for the MaRu open, and what implications (if any) that may have for your Day 1 run of the Riot O...
Jul 29, 2023•43 min•Season 1Ep. 113
GET PREMIUM FOR $1 AT MASTERINGRUNETERRA.COM. DAILY TOURNEYS MON-FRI FOR THE NEXT TWO WEEKS FOR SUBSCRIBERS The open has closed and the boys are pretty happy with it in the rear view mirror! Today we go over our respective Open experiences and strategies, what we expect from the recent balance patch, and how we plan to prep for the World Championship Qualifier in 16* days! TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Opening Announcements - Daily tournaments, $1 month for premium! 1:49 Open Run Recaps - Jason felt...
Jul 21, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 112
Having near-daily tounaments has reignited the blaze in Jason's heart, while Majiin is still struggling to find any deck he enjoys in the cacophonous Siren Song meta. They go over what led to this meta, their thoughts on the latest expansion's impact, results from the daily MaRu tournaments, and what decks YOU should bring to the Runeterra Open! You can get MasteringRuneterra PREMIUM for only ONE DOLLAR right now, sign up while you can! https://masteringruneterra.com/register/premium/ Brought to...
Jul 14, 2023•56 min•Season 1Ep. 111
The Expansion has broadened the deck pool for standard considerably with new strong LoR decks, to match we've widened the number of guests on our podcast featuring three members of the infamous Always Be Gaming team to talk about their individual backgrounds, impressions of the patch, what makes the team what it is, and ways for riot to enrich the LoR community! ADDITIONALLY: We've got a chunk of news, first off people can subscribe to our Premium service for ONLY ONE DOLLAR for this next week a...
Jul 03, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 110
With an outstanding performance in the first Eternal Open, we have TheCupIsMine to talk about how they approach the game, what led to their outstanding performance in the open, the big players to expect for this weekend's Open, and the dynamic of available statistics in competitive games. https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 The story of TheCupIsMine 5:28 Playing Competitively vs For Fun 8:34 Preparing for The Run 18:39 A change of plans and perspective on Samira Seraphine 2...
Jun 16, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 109
We keep the guest train rolling with the team that topped and took down last weekend's Mastering Runeterra Open; Hobbitsizz and their teammate ItsThatAshGuy (who also top-8ed)! The crew talk about what led to their Triple Timelines lineup, thoughts on the nerf, and go deep on what decks they're considering for this weekend's Runeterra Open Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Introductions: Hobbitsizz, itsthatashguy, and Aikado again! 1:33 The team that top...
Jun 09, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 108
EDITOR'S NOTE: This was recorded around noon or so yesterday, so 10 hours before the Timelines Hotfix =( This week we have a star-packed show, featuring a world Champion in Mr. AlanZQ himself, alongside Worlds Competitor Aikado and The Boyz to talk about what's up and down in Eternal and the LoR Competitive Sphere in general! https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 the Guests; AlanZQ & xAikado! 2:45 Let's talk about eternal 8:26 Balancing for power & winrate vs balancin...
Jun 06, 2023•59 min•Season 1Ep. 107
As promised, we got Mr. Aikado on the show this week, he and Jason go over topics including the recent meta, the MMR mess, monetization, and what drives people to play https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 The Rest Patreon Team: https://www.patreon.com/MasteringRuneterra Join Discord! https://discord.gg/TqnntWF728 Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/mastering-runeterra/id1556960343 https://open.spotify.com/show/49xjHNbzVwG9ZEurUQH8Qn Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ma...
Jun 02, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 106
It feels like we've been Eternally waiting, but the format everyone has been excited for is here, Free Build! The guys go over the insanity of Free Build and it's silly meta, what Eternal is looking like a day into the format, and some choice words for the special guest who is notably absent... Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Upcoming events 2:50 Free Build - Pure Combo Insanity 9:56 Jason's message to Riot Games - Do cool stuff during 'dead weeks' ple...
May 26, 2023•41 min•Season 1Ep. 105
With the success of the MR Run Open coverage, the guys talk about the experience that was the Worlds Qualifier, go over what they hope for from the Eternal season, and give thoughts on the Ladder & Daily Rumble system https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Run Down 1:24 Worlds Qualifier Recap 2:40 Looking forward to Eternal Season - Fat Cat vs Big Cat 14:05 A look at Competitive 21:25 "The whole mmr thing" 28:10 A big change for helping the player experience in Rumbles Pat...
May 19, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 104
In this edition of the Mastering Runeterra Podcast, the guys go over their recent tournament and competitive exploits, why serious teams like Red Pup gaming are pulling ahead of the pack, adjusting your expectations as circumstances change, and the meta. https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Thanks for everything & MASTERING RUNETERRA OPEN TOMORROW 2:40 Majiin's Flesh and Blood weekend 6:25 Mastering Runeterra vs Red Pup Money match 11:30 What drives someone competitively...
May 05, 2023•44 min•Season 1Ep. 103
The unstoppable force that is Red Pup Gaming (RPG) has taken over the Squadcast to give their insights as to what makes them such a dominant force in competitive runeterra. They also go over their thoughts on the Open, their patch wishlists, and how to step up your game (hint; Card Gamer offers coaching) Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Introductions 1:13 The Champion's Run & Red Pups' record 7:44 Wisdom of the Red Pups: What makes consistent success 11:11 Flo...
Apr 24, 2023•58 min•Season 1Ep. 40
The first ever Runeterra Open has been an explosive weekend for better or worse. The Masterminds give their experiences with the open, perspective on the direction of Runeterra, and a full brief of what they observed over the open. https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 News and updates: We have a Magic the Gathering website now! 2:30 Stunningly, Majiinbae Day 2'd the Open 17:04 Jason played in the Open too 19:20 Perspective on the direction of Runeterra 22:16 Ladder MMR is a ...
Apr 22, 2023•41 min•Season 1Ep. 102
This week we have Guest Dr.Checkov and the reigning champ of the first Glory for Navori Runeterra Open; Card gamer! He and the rest of the squad give their Open experiences, thoughts on the controversies, Riot's Statement, and 'playing for the clock'. Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Patreon Team: https://www.patreon.com/MasteringRuneterra Join Discord! https://discord.gg/TqnntWF728 Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/mastering-runeterra/id15...
Apr 21, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 39
The April MR Open has come and gone with a record turnout and two members of the pro team coming out ahead. Hear what they have to say about the tournament, the recent meta developments, and how they're preparing for the upcoming Runeterra Open. Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro? 0:44 Aikado and Majiin's tourney picks + The Meta evolution 5:11 Where to put your Samira 9:36 WhatamI's struggle with the season 10:45 Jasensational: Karma Sett isn't control, it is...
Apr 12, 2023•58 min•Season 1Ep. 51
The fancy new Ruthless Rumbles (the premium paid-entry Best of Three Standard Rumble) have rolled out! The guys talk about their day one experiences with this new competitive gauntlet, what they've seen and felt with their lineups so far, and brew some ideas for the upcoming Mastering Runeterra Open ( https://matcherino.com/t/masteringruneterra ) and the Riot Runeterra Open the following week. Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamps 0:00 Intro 0:43 Today we have a Podcast ab...
Apr 08, 2023•41 min•Season 1Ep. 101
This week we have good ol' Da Tank Buster, Card Gamer, Da Tank Buster (MonteXristo) and Shadawx, the Squad dish about what they've seen so far of the developing meta, hot new decks, and give their stories about climbing and the recent Ladder Drama. Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Introductions 0:47 Meta-Limbo, the not-quite busted state of Samira 4:26 The Story of Meta Evolution 5:54 Tournaments Brewing & Team Tribulations 9:46 Ladder Drama: MMR Changes 21:05...
Apr 07, 2023•53 min•Season 1Ep. 38
We're early in the meta but things are already cooking, Darwin brings you a look at what the standout decks are both using new champs, newcomers after rotation, and what decks have survived the 90 degree turn, not to mention everyone's favorite segment of things to avoid... Brought to you by MasteringRuneterra.com TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:40 Samira's Dominance 2:33 Sett is making waves 4:27 Jack: He who doesn't win 6:08 New Top Dogs in Standard 7:04 The Survivors from Rotation 7:59 Radioactive Haz...
Apr 06, 2023•11 min•Season 1Ep. 10
With the revival of Competitive in Legends of Runeterra comes the resurrection of a team once thought long dead. The Runeterra Show is back, the team go over all the spicy new changes to what Competitive 2.0 brings, discuss what they love and are concerned about, and give their feelings on the top meta decks today! TimeStamp 0:00 It's great to be back 1:40 This Meta: Rotating through LoR's greatest Hits 2:20 We have a new competitive structure 4:05 Jason's Summary of the changes 9:55 Team's take...
Apr 05, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 49
We thought that the big 1-0-0 didn't land on the right week, turns out it landed on the advent of Competitive Runeterra, the guys go over what their thoughts are on the first few days, the community reaction, and some BIG Riot announcements Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 We finally made it to Competitive Runeterra 2:55 General feel on the new system 4:55 Looking at the potential of Eternal 11:37 Hot new Standard takes - Samira Fizz = Not that good 19:...
Apr 02, 2023•32 min•Season 1Ep. 100
With the season underway, the Squad has found the time to play! The Usual suspects give their thoughts on the new cards, rotation, the new champions, and more! https://masteringruneterra.com/april-2023-1k-open-tournament/ https://twitter.com/CardGamerLoR/status/1641181135425138689?s=20 0:00 Intro: Navori is Glorious 0:50 General feelings about the EXPLOSION of rotation and new stuff 4:38 Samira has a lot of Flair 12:32 Jack, what's bro doing? 17:05 The Redacted agreement 17:28 Sett is solid 25:5...
Mar 31, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Jason Fleurant and Majiinbae met in real life for a card tournament (Guess they really like those things). During this time, they got into the same room and recorded a podcast until Jason's phone died. Listen to their recent escapades, MaRu's plans for the real LoR season, and more! https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Where are the guys and why are the guys there 1:20 The reason for Vegas: Battle Spirit Saga event 2:45 Tournament Recap 5:00 Jae & Bae's first meeting &am...
Mar 28, 2023•32 min•Season 1Ep. 99
The Runeterra Report Podcast returns with a giant look at whats big in the current meta, what top decks you should try and or be aware of, and everyone's favorite segment; the Radioactive Hazard Pile of decks to avoid if you value anything! Brought to you by MasteringRuneterra.com Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction & Updates 1:47 Top Dogs: Jayce Lux 3:18 Elites are now Elite 4:35 So EVELYNN... 6:55 Ryze is Viable 8:20 Jayce 2: Heimerdinger Boogaloo 10:00 Jax Ornn is positioned well 12:12 Lurkers ...
Mar 15, 2023•23 min•Season 1Ep. 9
The variety set has made a splash on the meta, and may be a great indicator of things to come with how it's approaching power budgets and design space. The Boys talk about what they've seen and played with so far, alongside what they expect from expansions going foward. https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Jason's VERY Funny Number Story 1:40 Jason has PLAYER RUNETERRA... But it was Elites 6:00 What Deck is your favorite Fast Food place? 6:58 Formula's resounding impact 15:3...
Mar 05, 2023•41 min•Season 1Ep. 98
With a new patch comes a new squad of professionals to discuss them, the variety patch has landed and we have hot takes recorded from the night of the patch's release! Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Introductions 0:42 What we've been playing: Zany new brews 2:22 New Card overview - Formula 4:00 Blocking Badgerbear 7:00 Winter's Touch - Ramp developments 9:53 Mischevious Mirai 13:13 Gem Crafter 15:24 Skulking String-puller 17:54 Cooking with Serene Skysinger 23:4...
Mar 04, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Whether you like or hate it, it's hard to deny how wide the current meta is for Legends of Runeterra. This week two Squadmates are joined by two guests; seasonal Champ Mr. eMOEtional and Seasonal Top Cutter Swiffer9000, to talk about their experiences after a week of Daily Rumbles, the debate on balanced vs imbalanced metas, and the key decks that have made a name for themselves. Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Introductions: Mr. eMOEtional & Swiffer9000 on t...
Feb 17, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 35
This week on the most serious competitive Legends of Runeterra podcast... we're being a bit less serious and also discussing things that are adjacent to Legends of Runeterra. The guys decide to give us all a peek into what that "Pre-podcast talking about random things" time looks like, enjoy a casual conversation between two high-level card players! https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Agenda for today; Talking off the cuff 2:36 Living the dream without playing the game 3:55...
Feb 11, 2023•48 min•Season 1Ep. 96
The patch has landed and the Beta season of the new competitive system has landed! The team talk about what their first impressions are, what is hitting and missing, and go over the interesting use cases for everyone's favorite new card; Soul Cleave! Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Introductions - ZTurtle & Da tank Buster 1:30 Immediate Patch Impressions 5:12 Illaoi back and slapping 13:25 Did Quietus get hit too hard? 19:00 Why aren't dragons good...? 24:00 ...
Feb 10, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 34
There's a new dog raising hell in the Legends of Runeterra competitive scene, and it's Red Pup Gaming! This week's episode features some of the key members of this newer competitive team giving insights on what brought them a seasonal victory, the essence of what makes a great team, and how they look to improve at Legends of Runeterra Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamps 0:00 Introductions - Red Pup Gaming on the Squadcast! 0:42 Red Pup Gaming's go at World Ender Seasonal...
Feb 06, 2023•59 min•Season 1Ep. 33
