It’s time for new Magic cards! Again! The boys are catching up with Phyrexia’s latest attempt to conquer the multiverse as only they can—with plenty of detours, twists, and turns along the way. Plus, a truly disturbing discovery in the art of an old classic.

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First Look at All Will Be One

While the boys can’t agree what part of their set review they’re on, they do agree that there are plenty more March of the Machine cards to talk about!

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Bloodfeather Phoenix - 4:35
Into the Fire - 10:20
Invasion of Kaldheim - 12:29
Invasion of Karsus - 18:34
Invasion of Tarkir - 20:17
Nahiri's Warcraft - 23:12
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Cosmic Hunger - 35:38
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Invasion of Ikoria - 37:57
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Invasion of Shandalar - 46:52
Polukranos Reborn - 49:50
Vorinclex - 52:41
Djeru and Hazoret - 55:10
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March of the Machine, Part… 3?

Gerry tricked Bryan into doing a podcast! Get updates on his life, then stick around for nonsense, just like old times. 

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BryanG Returns!

Standard RCQ season is about to begin! Gerry and Dave have been trying all the decks out there and are ready to break down the pros and cons of each. 

But first, Dave has some updates for Indomitable Creativity in Modern. It's not getting much attention, but maybe it should?

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Creativity Post-Ban And Rating Each Deck In Standard

Last week, Gerry and Matt provided a couple decks that are great against Domain Ramp, but Matt is still going to play Ramp for his first RCQ. He talks about why, how he's broken away from the MTGO decklists, and where he thinks his decklist will end up for the tournament. In the meantime, Gerry further explored Rakdos Reanimator and likes what he found.

Plus, big news for StarCityGames and Regional Championships!
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Why Matt Costa Wants To Play Domain Ramp

While Dave was busy acclimating back to normal life, Gerry and Matt were putting in work — Both of them won RCQs, and so did Dave’s brother Brian! To top it off, all three of them did it with different decks. 

Hear about how Gerry ended up on Boros Convoke, how Matt may have ruined Standard with Azorius Control, and what their recommendations are going forward. 

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Gerry And Matt Both Won RCQs!

There's not much to talk about regarding Pioneer or Modern, so I guess that leaves Standard (and a little bit of limited!). Gerry and Dave go over the most recent Magic Online results, including more than a few surprises and maybe a sleeper hit out of the new set.

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The First Bloomburrow Standard Results

Gerry missed the RC, but Dave attended. Gerry had the bird's eye view from watching coverage and looking at decklists whereas Dave was on the floor. One of the decks from the event particularly caught Gerry's attention.

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Regional Championship And Pioneer Season Review

With the rough equivalent of a Standard Grand Prix happening soon in Atlanta, Gerry and Dave have been spending a ton of time trying to figure out what to play. Dimir Midrange is the clear best deck, but all the red variants aren't far behind. Not many other strategies appear close, so what's the play? 

Gerry has a plan. 

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How To Beat Dimir And Red In Standard

Even though Gerry didn't make it out to an RCQ last weekend, he's been trying to figure out how to build the perfect Dimir deck in Standard. Breaking it sometimes takes some... unique choices.

Modern finally starts moving post-B&R! Overlord of the Balemurk and Eldrazi Ramp look like standouts.

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Dimir Updates And Modern Shifts

I don't know why this keeps surprising us, but unfair decks like Underworld Breach and Eldrazi Ramp continue to put up solid results in Modern. 

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Breaking News: Unfair Decks Are Winning In Modern

Love it or loathe it, Domain is back on top in Standard!

Gerry and Dave break down the Pro Tour and where Modern is heading.

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Domain Expansion

Standard RCQ season is over and we need to see the B&R list before we can prep for Modern season, so what's there to do? Well, Gerry and Dave can easily yap about nothing for an hour. 

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Nothing To Do Until B&R

Dave is a busy boy, so Matt Costa is subbing in this week, just in time for the B&R announcement! Hear what he's been up to, what he thinks about the announcement, and what he'd do differently.

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Matt Costa, The B&R, Plus What Could Be Unbanned

After a brief delay, the podcast is back! Life has been hectic for Gerry and Dave, but they both managed to sneak in some Magic time. After busting out of SCG Denver, Dave took an updated Dimir Frog list into a 5K. Meanwhile, Gerry played some RCQs with some experimental decks.

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SCG Denver And Modern RCQs

Gerry and Dave are smitten with Cori-Steel Cutter and Izzet in both Standard and Modern. 

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Izzet In All Formats

After a busy week, Gerry and Dave finally got some time to sit down and record a podcast. Gerry had to hunt him down to it, but hey, it got done. 

Anyway, they hung out, watched the RC, played some Standard themselves, and feel like they know what their plan is for RC Hartford. 

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Gerry And Dave Watch The RC

Gerry and Dave played some Standard, finished watching the RCs, and drew some conclusions about where they're leaning for RC Hartford. 

Plus, Dave did the impossible and won an RCQ!

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Making Sense Of Standard

Drake Hatcher is good, but still loses to Cori-Steel Cutter. What's an Izzet Mage to do?

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RC Hartford Deck Selection

Gerry and Michael took a last minute trip to Indianapolis, mostly because Mox Opal is a broken Magic card. The two played similar decks and Michael had a solid showing, so there’s plenty to talk about. 

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Modern Affinity With Michael Simonetti

Between Final Fantasy limited, Final Fantasy Standard, Final Fantasy Modern, and Final Fantasy Collector Booster Box cracking, Gerry and Dave have much to catch up on.

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Dave Is Back!

Gerry and Dave caught up once the metagame was posted, but before the action went down. See what they thought about Standard and Limited leading into the Pro Tour.

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Pro Tour Final Fantasy, Part 1

Gerry and Dave continue their Pro Tour coverage! 

Is Standard borked? Do we need rotation and/or bannings ASAP? Nah...

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Pro Tour Final Fantasy, Part 2

Seven Standard bans mean Gerry and Dave are excited!

SEVEN BANS??

Gerry tries Yuna in Standard, but he and Dave have also been playing Modern, limited, and looking forward to Eternal Weekend.

Yuna In Standard And More FF Limited Talk

Gerry and Dave go over the Edge of Eternities cards, with an eye toward Standard and RCQ season. 

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EOE Previews

Gerry has tournaments coming up in EVERY Constructed format. 

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EOE In Every Constructed Format

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Gerry had his first couple of RCQs and naturally tried some weird stuff.

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RCQ Brewing

In what could be the greatest episode yet, Gerry and Bryan tackle the subject of greatness. What does it mean to be "great" at something? What does it take to get there? What are some traits shared by people with the capability for greatness?

Inspired by the movie "Whiplash," this is a can't miss "level up" episode, no matter your skill level.

Whiplash the Movie - 3:15
Main topic - 5:49
How to measure greatness - 11:58
Finding the truth - 24:54
Being honest with yourself - 32:33
Time management - 41:51
Progress - 1:06:13
Question of the week - 1:16:51

GAM E67 - Greatness, at any Cost

In this benchmark, incredible episode, Gerry and Bryan welcome reigning World Champion Javier Dominguez to the podcast, fresh off his Top 4 finish at GP Lille. 

They discuss Javier’s incredible run the last few years, his gaming history, and how to got to be where he is now. If you want to know how a World Champion approaches competitive gaming, you can’t miss this episode.

Music: Witcher 3 - Kaer Morhen

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GAM E100 - Meet Your World Champion

Gerry and Bryan have stayed plugged in to Standard and are ready to bring their metagame analysis to the table prior to this weekend’s Arena MCQ. What top tier decks have rapidly plummeted down the ranks? What surprising option from the past do the guys think it’s time to bring back? Listen now and get ready to score your invite!
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Arena PTQ - 1:31
Standard - 12:15
Jeskai Fires - 35:18
Question of the week - 57:56

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The Best Decks in Standard for MCQ Weekend

It’s the moment you’ve all been waiting for: Gerry and Bryan’s Top 10 list of the best cards in Kaldheim is here! Plus a bonus look at their Top 5 commons and uncommons in the set. Not to go full clickbait, but their number one card might shock you!

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Timestamps: 
Commons & uncommons - 4:05
Honorable mentions - 4:26
#5 - 6:46
#4 - 7:42
#3 - 9:43
#2 - 10:56
#1 - 13:59
Rare honorable mentions - 18:01
#10 - 30:43
#9 - 37:25
#8 - 46:17
#7 - 48:40
#6 - 50:55
#5 - 54:15
#4 - 56:02
#3 - 58:34
#2 - 1:02:34
#1 - 1:09:55
Gerry's Aeon Chronicler story - 1:24:21

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