In this episode, Boomguy takes to the skies and gushes about the 2-cost aerial event, Air Supremacy. What will LazyTitan say? It's a leadership card, but it does damage! Follow the Marvel Chumpions here: https://open.spotify.com/show/3KARXuLDLFgXepYVIwWuHz Boomguy's deck: https://marvelcdb.com/deck/view/945988?deck_name=Episode%2070%20-%20Air%20Supremacy Ryan's deck: https://marvelcdb.com/deck/view/974516?deck_name=War%20Machine%20-%20Air%20Supremacy Scott's deck: https://marvelcdb.com/deck/view...
Jul 15, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 105
In this episode of All Hands on Decks, AndyR and Boomguy discuss decks that have a musical theme. We dive deep into the songs, the decks, and the cards that make them great! Here are the decks from the Episode: Justice Silk - https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/49727/you-only-get-one-shot-1.0 Spider-Woman - https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/47957/spider-woman-tick-tick-boom-1.0 Justice Magik - https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/45319/the-sound-of-silence-1.0 Leadership Jubilee - https://marve...
Jul 08, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 107
In this episode, Boomguy and LazyTitan are joined by Nelson to discuss Joining Forces, the rather expensive alliance card that most people forgot about. But should you take this chance to revisit the card? Yes you should! Take a look at the decks that Nelson and Boomguy put together to feature the card! Nelson: https://marvelcdb.com/deck/view/961731 Boomguy: https://marvelcdb.com/deck/view/960303?deck_name=Episode%2069%20-%20Joining%20%28Space%29%20Forces...
Jul 01, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 103
With great podcasting power comes...Great Responsibility! Join Boomguy and LazyTitan as they break down this card! Here is what KennedyHawk had to say about this card: https://youtube.com/shorts/AaDdZdU-gbs?si=cThcGxrqB-NO7Vy5 Here is the deck that Boomguy put together for this episode to feature the card: https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/51024/this-is-a-justice-deck-1.0 Please make your own decks featuring Great Responsibility and leave them in a comment on the deck I posted so others can fi...
Jun 17, 2025•52 min•Ep. 104
In this episode, Boomguy is joined by Astrodar to discuss the classic ally, Groot! Astrodar brings some lore for the character and we dive into how much we like him, and combinations we enjoy playing with him. Enjoy! Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Groot and the Podcast 02:55 Community Engagement and Con Experience 04:56 Content Creator Recommendations 06:56 Recent Gameplay and Hero Exploration 10:03 Chump Blocking and Game Mechanics Discussion 12:53 Play Styles and Game Strategies 15:32 Turtle v...
Jun 03, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 94
WHICH ONE IS YOUR FAVORITE? In this episode of the Winning Hand Podcast, hosts Boomguy and LazyTitan discuss the excitement surrounding new card reveals for Marvel Champions, specifically focusing on the upcoming hero pack featuring Falcon. They delve into the mechanics and strategies of two new cards: Resource Reserve and Spectrum, analyzing their potential impact on gameplay and deck-building strategies. As always you can reach us at: winninghandpodcast@gmail.com The next reveal will be with N...
May 30, 2025•31 min•Ep. 102
In this episode I am joined by Astrodar, Vjakson, Andyr, AndyN, Mr.SelfDestruct, and Caldias to wrap up con season in style. We talk through what we likes, what we didn't like, and everything in between. Hope to see everyone next year! Chapters 00:00 Post-Con of Heroes 2025 Overview 03:21 Event Highlights and Experiences 08:22 Saturday Campaigns and Multiplayer Events 12:30 Community Engagement and Card Trading 17:29 Deck Strategies and Player Comfort Levels 32:31 Deck Choices and Community Spir...
May 23, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 101
In this episode of the Winning Hand podcast, LazyTitan and Boomguy grapple with the reality of no longer having Leethus and his crazy ideas to clutter up the show. Unfettered by his limitations, we can finally go crazy and realize the fever dream that is Dive Bomb. Enjoy! Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Con Recap 01:21 Transitioning Co-Hosts and Future Guests 03:02 Community Engagement and Emails 09:02 Deck Building Strategies and Player Experiences 15:42 Recent Gameplay and Favorite Heroes 24:3...
May 20, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 93
In this episode of All Hands on Decks, Boomguy and Andyr discuss their experiences at the recent Marvel Champions con, focusing on the evolving trends in deck building, the impact of new cards, and the dynamics of multiplayer gameplay. They explore the noticeable decline in player side schemes, the underrepresentation of certain heroes like Nick Fury and Maria Hill, and the importance of damage output in multiplayer settings. The conversation also touches on the absence of team up cards and how ...
May 16, 2025•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 100
In this episode we wrap up all the goodness that was the Con of Heroes 2025 and we say good-bye to Leethus, who is leaving us for less-green pastures. As always, you can get in touch by email: winninghandpodcast@gmail.com
May 13, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 88
"Google it yourself." - Josseroo In this episode of the Winning Hand podcast, host BoomGuy and Jossaroo dive deep into the Marvel Champions card game, focusing on Adam Warlock. We discuss his background, do some lore and trivia, and then dive into the art, theme, power, and fun like always! The conversation also highlights the importance of building around specific cards and the fun aspects of deck building. Here is a link to Josseroo's podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Myl3bGjwYzLzF3nUeg7...
May 06, 2025•53 min•Ep. 90
In this episode of the Winning Hand podcast, we discuss the decks we are bringing to the upcoming Con of Heroes, recommend a content creator, and talk about our thoughts on how much of the collection most people own. We also, of course, discuss Daring Escape, before discussing Leethus' own daring escape in his penultimate episode as a co-host. Here is the content creator of the day: https://www.youtube.com/@longshipgaming7384 Here are the decks we are planning to bring to the con: Groot Camp: ht...
Apr 29, 2025•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 91
In this episode, Boomguy and Andyr discuss the intricacies of building multiplayer decks for Marvel Champions. They explore various deck types, including leadership and aggression decks, and emphasize the importance of supporting other players at the table. The conversation highlights strategies for enhancing multiplayer experiences, the significance of unique cards, and the overall joy of cooperative play. The hosts encourage listeners to embrace the multiplayer aspect of the game and share the...
Apr 22, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 99
"How they chose this as the art is inexplicable to me; it looks like it's a card from East Germany." -Boomguy In this episode of the Winning Hand Podcast, the hosts discuss various aspects of the Marvel Champions game, including the upcoming Con of Heroes, content creator recommendations, and their favorite hero and aspect pairings for the event. They delve into specific heroes like Drax, Iceman, X23, Captain America, and Nick Fury, sharing insights on deck strategies and personal experiences. T...
Apr 15, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 89
"Every good thing comes at a cost." - KennedyHawk In this episode of the Winning Hand Podcast, Boomguy and KennedyHawk discuss the upcoming Con of Heroes, focusing on the custom content and card spoilers for Marvel Champions. We delve into the new Symbiote Standard Set, its mechanics, and the exciting new keywords introduced. We also highlight the artistic design of the cards, the logistics for attendees, and essential packing lists for a successful con experience. See here for more reveals from...
Apr 11, 2025•41 min•Ep. 98
This panel discussion revolves around the preparation and experiences related to the Con of Heroes 2025. I am joined by Andy N, AndyR, Astrodar, Caldias, MrSelfDestruct, and VJakson. We discuss their personal experiences with previous conventions, and provide insights on what to bring, including decks, scenarios and tokens. We emphasize the importance of comfort and enjoyment throughout the weekend, encouraging attendees to bring decks they are familiar with and to be prepared for a fun, social ...
Apr 08, 2025•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 97
On this day three years ago, Fantasy Flight launched their biggest April Fool's joke yet: https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/news/2022/4/1/hamming-it-up/ Was it real? Was it fake? We may never know. Join Boomguy, LazyTitan, and Leethus as they break down their least favorite cartoon pig! We also spotlight a content creator you should check out: @ZiggyZ55Z He also has a new book out: https://youtu.be/wwAJThY2hFA?si=N8apcqaRqgwXormG Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Winning Hand Podcast 03:0...
Apr 01, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 87
In this episode, we discuss two new spoiler cards from Fantasy Flight Games for the upcoming Black Panther (Shuri) hero pack. You can see the original reveal article here . Join us as we break down the art, theme, power, and fun for these cards! Chapters 00:00 Introduction to New Cards 03:03 Analysis of Dora Milaje and Allies 06:06 Art and Theme Discussion 09:11 Synergy and Gameplay Mechanics 12:00 Final Thoughts on Card Package 17:48 The Power of Allies in Gameplay 20:12 Strategic Use of Leader...
Mar 31, 2025•33 min•Ep. 96
Talking all about multi-aspect heroes! In this episode, Boomguy and AndyR explore the theme of multi-aspect heroes in Marvel Champions, discussing various deck archetypes and showcasing specific decks centered around characters like Adam Warlock, Spider-Woman, Cable, Gamora, and Cyclops. They delve into listener comments, the dynamics of different player archetypes, and the unique challenges and strategies involved in building multi-aspect decks. We highlight the creativity and fun that can aris...
Mar 24, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 95
In this episode of the Winning Hand Podcast, hosts Boomguy and LazyTitan dive into Marvel Champions, focusing on the justice ally Dazzler. They share their excitement for the upcoming Con of Heroes, talk about a new content creator, and explore their top hero picks for the event. The conversation also includes a detailed analysis of Dazzler as a card, her abilities, and her place within the game, highlighting the importance of art and design in card games. The Masked Hero: https://www.youtube.co...
Mar 18, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 86
"You call that science?" - Mockingbird, apparently In this episode of Winning Hand, the pod crew kicks off celebrations for Women's History Month by discussing the character Mockingbird from Marvel Champions. We explore her history, powers, and the thematic elements of her (core set) card. The conversation includes a spotlight on content creator Astrodar, trivia about Mockingbird, and a detailed analysis of her card's mechanics and impact in the game. Does Boomguy read comics? Not likely. Link t...
Mar 04, 2025•58 min•Ep. 85
In this episode of the Winning Hand podcast, hosts Boomguy, LazyTitan, and Leethus spotlight a content creator named Stretch22, read some recent listener Apple Podcast reviews, and discuss their recent gameplay experiences. The main focus is on the card of the day: Taunt. The pod explores its art, mechanics, thematic elements, and overall impact on gameplay and fun. Along the way we discuss what Jubilee's powers actually are, what superheroes have worse powers than her, and why Leethus hates hav...
Feb 18, 2025•59 min•Ep. 84
In this special episode of Winning Hand, the pod crew discusses the future of LCGs after the recent announcement by Fantasy Flight Games on the future of living card games at the studio. We discuss what the changes are, what the impact of those changes is to the community and the game overall, and what it means for the future of the people's podcast. Here is the fireside chat . Here is the follow-up article from Nate French . Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:42 Fantasy Flight's Announcement Overview 04:4...
Feb 14, 2025•35 min•Ep. 92
"Storm is top 5 X-Men. IMO." - Leethus In this episode of the Winning Hand Podcast, we talk about our recent gameplay experiences with various Marvel Champions characters, including Hulk and Thor (Leethus), and Black Widow and Black Panther (Boomguy). We highlight a content creator, Joshi of Smeg, and delve into deck-building strategies, emphasizing the importance of consistency and thematic alignment. The conversation then shifts to upcoming heroes like Nick Fury and Maria Hill, and we show off...
Feb 04, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 81
In this episode of All Hands on Decks, Boomguy and Andy R discuss two decks from Marvel CDB, focusing on a Domino leadership deck and a Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man deck. They explore the mechanics, strategies, and potential improvements for each deck, emphasizing the importance of deck themes and player experience. We also highlight the fun and complexity of deck building in Marvel CDB, while also teasing future episodes where they will build their own decks together. How come I'm the only ...
Jan 31, 2025•27 min•Ep. 83
In this episode of All Hands on Decks, Boomguy and Andyr delve into the world of deck building in Marvel Champions with Reddit-submitted decks. They explore the Chitinous Wasp deck, discussing its strategies and card choices, before moving on to the Ant in the Pool deck, which emphasizes resource management and Pool synergy. We also discuss the limitations of the 'Pool aspect in deck-building and the challenges it presents. Chitinous Wasp: https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/44949/chitinous-wasp...
Jan 24, 2025•32 min•Ep. 82
"I'm a massive comics fan." - Rey In this episode of Winning Hand, Boomguy and Rey discuss Marvel Champions the card game, focusing on the card Lie in Wait. We talk about explore Rey's journey as a content creator and with Marvel Champions, his favorite heroes, and the thematic elements of the game that he really enjoys. The conversation delves into gameplay mechanics, recent experiences, and highlights other content creators like Charred Gambit. The hosts analyze Lie in Wait's power, fun factor...
Jan 20, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 73
In this episode of All Hands on Deck, Boomguy and Andyr discuss the Impede card, its effectiveness, and its place in various deck archetypes. They break down two specific decks featuring Ms. Marvel, exploring their strategies and synergies. The conversation also touches on the importance of deck building for new players and the potential for collaborative gameplay videos in the future. Here is the Impede deck that started this conversation: https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/45086/doctor-icelov...
Jan 18, 2025•32 min•Ep. 79
In this episode of the Winning Hand, host Boomguy and co-host LazyTitan welcome Xander Tabler, the community manager for Fantasy Flight Games. They discuss Xander's role in engaging with the Marvel Champions community, his gaming background, and the future of organized play. The conversation also covers Xander's personal experiences with Marvel Champions, his favorite heroes, and the upcoming roadmap for card reveals. Listener emails provide additional insights into the community and support for...
Jan 14, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 80
In this episode, Boomguy and Andy explore the concept of Timmy decks in Marvel Champions, discussing their characteristics, strategies, and examples. They share their recent experiences with various decks, including Magneto Aggression, Hulk in Justice, and a unique Carol deck focused on allies. The conversation also covers Gamora's deck and a Vision minion control strategy, emphasizing the fun and engaging nature of Timmy decks. If you have a deck you'd like to suggest, let us know: winninghando...
Jan 10, 2025•49 min•Ep. 78
