Dark Depths Podcast

Winter seems to be wrapping up in the Northeast and it appears Billy and Mapson have come out of their winter resting place. They played events of varying formats but now must overcome a maturing Modern and Legacy metagame.

Will the hosts survive? Will Alex emerge from his training in time to assist his friends? Will Goku finally be able to control his Instinct? Find out on this episode!

Billy and Mapson discuss love, the gaslighting of escape rooms, and which deck was all over the top tables of the Legacy Showcase Challenge.

After an impressive weekend in their own rights, Patrick Owens comes on to discuss his win in the Legacy 5k at SCG Con Philly. Mapson discusses his run with the breakout Modern deck of the weekend. Billy did stuff too but...eh...

Alex and Billy discuss the hometown SCG event in their backyard. They discuss layouts, phone receptions, food options. Basically like the Sims, except with tournaments, vendors, and people staring at cardboard they can't afford but will stare at regardless. There's a history lesson.. we basically crush it. Enjoy!

Alex and Billy discuss the distribution of W40 cards on MTGO, the origin of the band Fallout Boy, and talk about why PIP is Rad.

Denver is done. Players are qualified. Data is abound. Billy and Alex look over the in flux of information, discuss how Denver was in the room, and what MKM card was cracking the top tables all weekend!

Friend of the show Alex Smith returns to fill in for an absent Mapson. Billy and Alex discuss the results of SCG Hartford and explore different options leading into RC Denver this coming weekend.

Billy and Mapson discuss Mapson's travel plans and potential Modern decks, what list Billy has been dominating with on MTGO, and try out a new format for a set review of Murders at Karlov Manor.

Billy and Mapson break down this past weekend's Legacy Showcase Challenge. After Billy figures out the show notes, the hosts discuss what is the best Chalice deck, the many flavors of Grief, and what Mapson played for the event.

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Mapson welcomes Gavin Verhey, Senior Game and Product Developer for Wizards of the Coast, to discuss Universes Beyond, how game design has adapted over the past year, and how players can better cultivate their communities.

Billy and Mapson were taken a bit off course by a storm but have manage to make it to the show in almost pristine condition. Billy defends a thought experiment and the hosts debate the merits of brewing and knowing when to hang it up.

Billy and Mapson are reunited are prepared to talk about Eternal Weekend, what sounds a rhino makes, and what Lord of the Rings card Mapson doesn't think lives up to the hype.

Billy discusses some selected hands to discuss how deck choice, strategy, and circumstance affects your mulligan choices.

MTGO Announcements - https://www.mtgo.com/news/mtgo-blog-12192023

The hands - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1A3GuDoPNAwUqtrvpgVKumVqwC-ZY89YI9K3mZpJcXqU/edit?usp=sharing

The champ is here! Hear the thoughts of your current NA Legacy Eternal Weekend champion. We laugh, we cry, we incite train violence.

Reach out to TK - https://twitter.com/TriumphofTK

Rewatch the magic of EW NA - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPCNEKq4EPN6tcl6zopb1ww

As we approach Eternal Weekend North America, the hosts take some time to reflect on how the banning of Fury and Up the Beanstalk will affect the Modern format. They also complain about snail mail, Mapson corrects Billy on Pittsburgh cuisine, and Billy guesses the city's nicknames.

December 4 B&R - https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/december-4-2023-banned-and-restricted-announcement

This episode is packed from start to finish with Legacy content as we ramp up to Eternal Weekend NA in two weeks. Listen to the hosts struggle to remember obscure sideboard cards and explain their thoughts on why Temur Delver is overrepresented.

Mapson is back from the Steel City and ready to dish about his triple-format weekend, what looks good on the Eternal Weekend NA schedule, and what could be a surprise option for EW Europe this weekend!

Billy and Mapson are back. Kinda. Billy has some technical issues so you'll hear just him. Then just Mapson. But Billy's there but then he's not. It's confusing.

Mapson will be at SCG Pittsburgh. Listen to his thoughts on Modern and Legacy.

Check out our merch over at Bonfire! The threads have looked amazing and we're happy that our listeners are enjoying them too!

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Mapson is joined this week by fellow Initiative enthusiast, host of The Legacy Gambit, and founder of the European Legacy Masters, Sahar Mirhadi. They talk about all things RW Initiative, from card choices to the person who put the deck into Mapson's focus.

You can follow Sahar all over social media - https://linktr.ee/saharmirhadi

Check out the Legacy Gambit!

https://twitter.com/TheLegacyGambit

https://www.youtube.com/@TheLegacyGambit

You can also find links for the European Legacy Masters - https://linktr.ee/europeanlegacymasters

Billy and Mapson discuss the lack of bannings, why they are optimistic for Modern's future, and why they won't be playing the Legacy Showcase this weekend.

Check out our Bonfire store! https://www.bonfire.com/store/dark-depths-podcast/

If there's one thing Billy and Mapson know, it's how to dissect a ban list. This week, they discuss what is safe to return to Modern and what has to go, and what changes are needed in Legacy.

Okay, well there's birds. Like a lot of birds. And Scams and Beans, yeah, but seriously the birds are crazy! We've tried negotiating with them but they just get angry so I had to promise them top billing this episode and to showcase their new pilot for their Seinfeld-esque sitcom. It's awful but again, angry birds.

We know why you're here. Bean there, done that. It's about bean aware of what's going on. This bean, Bean and Bean discuss the impact bean has had on bean. Then the beans discuss how bean has played in bean and are there any other beans that bean could bean into.

Mapson has now locked up yet another Regional Championship qualifier and was able to do it in his favorite format. Hear him talk about why he chose RW Initiative, how his rounds went, and how he overcame ruff technical difficulties to make the finals of the Legacy Super Qualifier!

Marco Montani, the Bean Father - https://twitter.com/MarcoMontani17

Billy and Mapson are reunited... eventually. Billy breaks down some heavy hitters from Legacy this week and Mapson returns to speak to his results in the Modern 20K in Columbus, Ohio this past weekend.

Mapson is away this week so Billy does a deep dive into the history of Delver of Secrets, how it saved Legacy, and where it looks like it will land moving forward.

Check out European Legacy Masters on Twitter - https://twitter.com/EULegacyMasters

Check out European Legacy Masters on Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/europeanlegacymasters

Alli returns to the show to discuss Sphere Lands, what tempo means, and what to prioritize when playing the deck.

Sphere Lands Primer - https://pendrellvale.com/2023/08/14/sphere-lands-primer-by-alli/

Beseech the Queen lines by Jax - https://twitter.com/Jax_mtg/status/1691352548001648640?s=20

Mapson is joined by Pro Tour The Lord of the Rings Champion Jake Beardsley to discuss his historic finish, how he prepared for the event, and what his future looks like after qualifying for...well, basically everything for the next 16 months.

Find Jake Beardsley on Twitter - https://twitter.com/makememesnotwar

Check out Sanctum of All - https://twitter.com/SanctumOfAll

Short episode. Preordain. Mind's Desire. Legal. What do? Enjoy.

Cool announcement about next week's episode with a very special guest.

Billy and Mapson sit down with Nicholas French-Seats to talk about his win at the BCDL Open 2 with Abzan Depths, what advantages the deck has over the Naya version, and why 62 cards can be right in some decks.

What are the pros bringing to the big show? What will the breakout card be? What episodes of Naruto should you skip? All these questions and more on this week of Dark Depths Shippuden!

BCDL Live Coverage can be found at https://www.twitch.tv/buffalochickendiplegacy

Legacy for Duals - https://melee.gg/Tournament/View/16434

With the promise of a big announcement on the horizon, Billy and Mapson discuss what they would love to see and why the call of Organized Play can be strong when done correctly. From there, the hosts look over the top lists from the Legacy Showcase Qualifier.

Twitter loves throwing mud around so Billy and Mapson discuss their opinions on foreign cards in events and the temptation to not announce triggers from The One Ring. While they're at it, they discuss the mono-black decks tearing up Modern and Legacy.

After Billy's exciting but ultimately unfruitful run in the Legacy Showcase Challenge, the hosts break down the best performing decks from the event and try to understand some of the most unique lists.

Imagine a racehorse on a track. A railroad track. That has a tree fallen on it. That's the first 30 minutes. Just serene silence. And snorting probably. Neighing? I don't know what sounds horses make.

The next 30 minutes are Billy and Mapson giving you a run down of highlights from 8 events in a little over 30 minutes. The horse is cute by the way if that makes any difference.

The boys are back in town! Baltimore was fun but there's no place they would rather be than in front of their microphones! Hear them wax poetic about their time playing Legacy this weekend, what they are planning on running in Modern next weekend, and Billy's continued disrespect of Cephalid Breakfast.

CW: mental health, body dysphoria, self-harm, suicide, domestic abuse, drug use addition

This week, Billy is joined by Joe Cherries of the Nitpicking Nerds to discuss mental health. This conversation is very bold but, I feel like, very important. If you are not comfortable with this discussion, we understand and hope to see you next week.

If you or a loved one is in need of help, get help. Resources are available.

Check out the Nitpicking Nerds on Twitter - https://twitter.com/NitpickingNerds Follow this week's special guest Joe Cherries on Twitter - https://twitter.com/CherriesJoe

Subscribe to the Nitpicking Nerds on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCh76d0-ff5eaN68V2OaoghA

Before Mapson jumps on a plane to Dreamhack Dallas, him and Billy discuss what's going on this week in Magic.

Billy and Mapson do what they do best. Discuss about how to get paid to watch Sharknado. Cross stitch. Talk about life and Magic. Two of these things is true.

Billy and Mapson break down the best new decks in Modern and the return of the monarch of the Legacy format!

With Pro Tour Minneapolis in the books, the hosts discuss the dominance of Nathan Steuer, the potential ramifications from an redoubled effort to help Standard, and what decks have been making waves in Legacy. No this is not a Merfolk joke.

After the recent Legacy Spotlight article, Billy and Mapson reminisce about their experiences getting into Magic, wonder where they could end up, and talk about what makes a good commentator.

This Week in Legacy: Player Spotlight - The Dark Depths Podcast - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/articles/this-week-in-legacy-player-spotlight-series-the-dark-depths-podcast

Billy is not sure where to head next in Legacy so Mapson gives him a curated tour through the format.

**There are some audio issues in the recording. We apologize if it affects your listening experience.**

Mapson is back! All is right with the world! Billy is talking about not playing Delver. Mapson is looking forward to Pioneer. The hosts are agreeing about something... Oh no! What is happening?

Modern Sisay Combo - https://www.moxfield.com/decks/BbLcXkCjB0SilzCgPLHYMQ

Billy is joined by Robert Wilson, the man behind Buffalo Chicken Dip Legacy. The hosts talk about being fathers of 2, the difficulties of running a tournament series, and where they currently are taking the Delver builds in Legacy.

Robert Wilson - https://twitter.com/Robert_H_Wilson

Buffalo Chicken Dip Legacy - https://twitter.com/BcdLegacy

Buffalo Chicken Dip Legacy Open 2 - https://mtgmelee.com/Tournament/View/15010

With Mapson away, Billy welcomes back John Ryan Hamilton to the show to discuss the current Legacy format, including what he believes is the best card in the format, where Delver of Secrets has flown off to, and what stands out from the Legacy Showcase Qualifier.

The hosts talk about Mapson's first cEDH tournament experience before discussing some standout decks from Modern and Legacy.

Billy and Mapson discuss the innovations in Modern and Legacy over the last week. Billy shares a beautiful moment with a sandwich. 

We had a whole show planned but that has gone out the window since Expressive Iteration and White Plume Adventurer were banned from Legacy. Joe Dyer joins us the show to help break down what Legacy will look like going forward as well what decks have the most to gain from the 2 top decks key pieces.

With Billy away this week, Matthew Vook joins the show to talk to Mapson about the Legacy format.

With MagicCon leaving Philadelphia, Mapson regales us with his experiences playing Magic, meeting friends, and taking in all things "the Gathering." Live vicariously through Mapson and see if you're interested in attending MagicCon Minneapolis.

If you're playing catch up on what's hot in Phyrexia, you've come to the right place. Billy and Mapson discuss all of the latest and greatest cards that have popped up over the last week in Modern and Legacy.

Magic can be tough. Trying to understand the board state is a challenge. Battling the noise of the venue and navigating an unknown city on little sleep can keep you disoriented and overwhelmed but at least you're playing Magic. Eventually you locate your name on the pairings board and find your way to your chair. Your opponent is friendly. They ask where you're from, how long you've been playing, and are you on Twitter. You exchange socials and play your match.  

You trade creatures. Counter spells counter.  The battlefield whittles away until you're left on empty. You draw an Expressive Iteration and reload next turn for a huge next turn. Your opponent draws a Underworld Breach and suddenly their Mishra's Bauble makes trip after trip from the graveyard to the battlefield and back again. You opponent ends the turn with 5 new cards in hand and easily wins the game from there.

You're upset you lost but you're okay with the game. You replay it to see if there's anything you could have improved upon. Maybe a more aggressive attack on turn 3. Using Unholy Heat instead of Lightning Bolt would have been relevant. If only you could have emptied the graveyards.

Then you realize: you did empty the graveyard! Your Relic emptied everything on turn 5 or 6. Right? Was that last game? At the very least, your opponent exiled the cards. They at least touched the cards. The more you review the story in your mind, the more difficult it is to remember the specifics. By the time the next round starts, you're still not sure if the game ended the way it was supposed to end. 

This week Billy and Mapson discuss how large of a role miscommunication plays in Magic, how it can border on cheating, and what you can do to prevent less than savory situations from happening in your games.

Dawn's SCG Indy Judge Call - https://www.twitlonger.com/show/n_1ss8392

After the hosts catch up on their busy weekends, they discuss the new changes coming to RCQs, why coaching is good, and why you should leave your blood where it is.

Owl Central Games YouTube - https://www.twitch.tv/owlcentralgames

Jarvis / Samantha Coaching Session (Subscriber Only) - https://www.twitch.tv/jarvisyu/video/1719371946

We kinda went rogue. Honestly, don't know what happened this week. We talk cEDH, MOCS Season 3 Championship, cheaters, and ONE previews!

Owl Central Modern 5k and 2-slot RCQ - https://www.owlcentralgames.com/catalog/events/0128_modern_rcq_and_2k/1784772

Owl Central Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/owlcentralgames

Billy and Mapson break down SCG New Jersey, learn the lessons of the great JUJUBEAN, and remember who makes the stock lists.

We are days away from SCGCon New Jersey and the hosts take time to discuss what you need to look out for going into the big events.

Billy and Mapson are back to discuss the top-performing decks at the start of 2023 as well as how to set goals in the new year.

We are joined this week by Gavin Verhey, Senior Designer for Magic at Wizards of the Coast. We discuss how he crushed Mapson, what upcoming set he is most excited for, and how certain cards have impacted the Legacy format. 

If you're interested in finding Gavin Verhey online, you can find all his socials at https://linktr.ee/GavinVerhey.

1:15 Leaving a Legacy

2:05 Gavin's Good Beats

3:25 Gavin's Pro Career and Undefeated cEDH record

7:05 Eyes on the Format

10:20 Upcoming Sets

15:25 Minsc and Boo, Timeless Heroes

17:30 Initiative

26:15 Should Commander Products be Legal in Legacy?

36:00 The Results of Initiative and the Like

39:40 Companion

49:00 Pauper Format Panel

55:00 Wrap Up

Billy and Mapson are back at it to discuss the Showcase Qualifier, the results of North American Eternal Weekend in Philly, and sneak in a bit of Modern at the Grand Open Qualifier in Barcelona.

0:00 Intro

2:45 Showcase Qualifier (Legacy)

Mapson's Preparation: http://www.twitlonger.com/show/n_1ss6sg9

9:45 Eternal Weekend (Legacy)

This Week in Legacy: Eternal Weekend 2022 https://www.mtggoldfish.com/articles/this-week-in-legacy-eternal-weekend-2022

44:45 Grand Open Qualifier Barcelona (Modern)

https://mtgmelee.com/tournament/view/12522?fbclid=IwAR3gk10AENUv1EaJ89aCXZEGmpGg5mV6Vf-IZF_V2Gi0W_BcFzRdEAJzg1U

With Eternal Weekend and the Legacy Showcase Qualifier this weekend, the hosts take some time from their caves to discuss the happenings in Modern, how the 4Seasons events unfolded, and what players can expect in the large Legacy events.

Samantha Murphy's Grixis Tempo Doomsday Stream - https://www.twitch.tv/videos/1671497400

The boys are back to share their Magic experiences the last two weeks, discuss what's taking the initiative in Legacy, and talk about who's being scammed in Modern.

Shownotes - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SETrV_ab8FmL9gKnZUH_yHEE1N1kYSpW4vFJLK1WNI8/edit?usp=sharing

Editor's note: There are some audio issues that affect the episodes at certain points. They were corrected as best as possible but I'm not a professional.

Billy and Mapson are back together and go entirely off the rails. There's Thai food, Transformers, Magic I think... they talked about Veterans' Day at some point. Just listen, it's hard to explain.

The Brothers' War: Magic Online Edition - https://www.mtgo.com/news/mtgo-bro-11082022

While Billy takes the week off, Mapson talks with Albert Lindblom also known as alli_on_mtgo to talk about Lands and how to improve your deckbuilding process.

If you're interested in finding Albert's Youtube or Twitter, joining the Lands Discord, or finding additional resources on Lands, check out Albert's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/alli_84

Mapson is out this week but friend of the show Alex Smith fills and to discuss Philly sports, Eternal Weekend announcements, and the results of the most recent NRG Series event.

Eternal Weekend Returns for 2022 - https://magic.gg/news/eternal-weekend-returns-for-2022

Card Titan (N.A. EW) - https://www.cardtitanevents.com/eternalweekend

NRG Series $5k Newark, Ohio - https://mtgmelee.com/Tournament/View/11716

After discussing Mapson's experience playing Heritage, the hosts talk about how the Modern format has changed after Yorion exited the format. 

Also, make sure you update to the new MTGO! https://www.mtgo.com/en/mtgo

Special guest Samantha Murphy stops by to discuss Grixis Doomsday, which took her to the top 8 of Legacy Pit Open 2 in 1st place after the swiss. She breaks down card choices, deck philosophy, and other ways to play the namesake card. 

Want more Samantha Murphy?

Twitter: https://twitter.com/SamRoseMurphy

Grixis Tempo Doomsday: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/5138963#online

Embracing the Dichotomy, A Guide, and Love Letter, to Grixis Tempo Doomsday 

Part 1: https://minmaxblog.com/embracing-the-dichotomy-a-guide-and-love-letter-to-grixis-tempo-doomsday-part-1/

Part 2: https://minmaxblog.com/embracing-the-dichotomy-a-guide-and-love-letter-to-grixis-tempo-doomsday-part-2/

Samantha's Round 3 and Quarterfinals Matches will be added when they are available on YouTube.

Back from Richmond, Billy and Mapson go over their time in Richmond, discuss the drama with the event prizing, and even have time to talk about the top decks from the weekend.

Legacy Pit Open II Data - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1y9ayA0xGTXENECbDDeFjHRyQz0oWidmIroab3I4Am4s/edit#gid=0

"The Legacy Pit is Underpaying Players" - http://www.twitlonger.com/show/n_1ss54mh

CandySprinkl - https://twitter.com/CandySprinkl

Mapson is a monster and almost took down an event he wasn't even sure he was playing last week! Hear about his tournament run, his standout decks from the event, and some thoughts going into the Legacy Pit Open II this weekend!

Billy and Mapson... honestly, I don't know what happened. It's... well... we definitely talk about Magic. And life. Then Pioneer. And... I don't know, just give it a listen.

After being able to see some of the cards in action, Billy and Mapson discuss what cards have been showing up on Magic Online from Dominaria United.

Newton Hang stops by the show to talk about the Legacy Elves archetype, including what was the inspiration for the new Fiend Artisan build, how Elves has evolved over the past few years, and how being a master of a deck can sometimes lead to being overlooked as a player.

Find Newton Hang 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/hello_newton

Patreon: patreon.com/hellonewton

Twitch: twitch.tv/hello_newton

Mapson showed that he can win a team event while Billy swam in the cEdh waters. 

After an exciting weekend in Charm City, Billy and Mapson discuss Dragonball, not getting cookies, inadvertent punches, and much more. 

It's slow this week but Billy and Mapson find some of the highlights from recent events. Mapson loves Hornet Queen. Billy likes Pioneer. You'll like this episode.

With a short week between shows, Billy and Mapson talk about what cards they think could still have a breakout in Modern and Legacy.

The hosts celebrate their 100th episode with the help of four amazing guests.

Tom Hepp (06:30)

https://twitter.com/Negator77

twitch.tv/negator77

Rodrigo Togores (35:40)

https://twitter.com/TogoresTcg

twitch.tv/togoresmtg

Dave Long (57:00)

https://twitter.com/DaveLongMTG

Gerry Thompson (1:26:00)

http://arenadecklists.gg

twitch.tv/arenadecklists

After a fun weekend playing a team event, Billy and Mapson share some tips that might prove handy before SCG Baltimore.

Finally back in the same state, Mapson discusses why he would choose Rhinos over his beloved Amulet Titan, the hosts some interesting Make the Plays, and Billy talks about his journey to Buffalo Chicken Dip Legacy 9 in Westerville, OH.

Mapson's Altered Amulet Titan - https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap/status/1549003046977503232

BCDL9 Data - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1bAmAzvRUYpVbAZEyrSiU4-eEpx42tgVAYLVdBPYX2Nk/edit#gid=0

BCDL9 Coverage - https://youtu.be/N-tAzs9KlyM (Part 1)   https://youtu.be/57niN15UC-I (Part 2)

Billy's Match vs Robert Wilson - https://youtu.be/57niN15UC-I?t=2254

Death's Shadow - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/4960504#online

Fresh off his top 12 at SCGCon Syracuse in the Modern 30K, Harlie Smale stops by the show to discuss 4 Color Creativity and discuss his views on Modern.

Modern 30K SCGCon Syracuse - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-30k-scg-con-syracuse-saturday-10-00-am#paper

MTGMetaiO for SCGCon 30k - https://twitter.com/mtgmetaio/status/1546828529672675328/photo/1

After discussing what did well in the Modern Super Qualifier, Billy and Mapson discuss the different flavors of Displacer Kitten and where it could go in the future.

The hosts are recording together in person for the first time, Mapson talks about every Modern deck imaginable, and the hosts discuss how much Delver is too much Delver in the Legacy Showcase Challenge.

Thopter Combo (Modern) - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/4910651#online

Mono-Red Birgi1 Storm (Modern) - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/4911405#online

Legacy Showcase Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-challenge-12434060#online

Robert Wilson, the TO and mastermind behind Ohio's most popular Legacy scene, stops by to talk about how Buffalo Chicken Dip Legacy got started, his role as a tournament organizer in the community, what players can look forward to in the future, and his position on the ranch vs blue cheese debate.

If you're interested in contacting our guest,

@Robert_H_Wilson

@BcdLegacy

buffalochickendiplegacy on Facebook

BCDL's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt7CVXQFDIGOPhrYLBzBKJg

BCDL Open Info https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-rZJB2oIVfARaX2NHmnEjM7PYHbLqdi1/view

Billy and Mapson stop by to talk about the standouts from the Modern Showcase Challenge and NRG Lansing and see what Commander cards are making an impact in Legacy. 

After coming to a complete and utter agreement about celery and blue cheese, Billy and Mapson discuss the two big events over the weekend, the implications of the Expressive Iteration ban in Pioneer, and why Billy will be balling out of control over the next few weeks.

Dreamhack Dallas Modern - https://mtgmeta.io/tournaments/8603?d=decklist8

4Seasons Modern - https://www.facebook.com/100063568721378/posts/448360683959552/

4Seasons Legacy - https://www.facebook.com/100063568721378/posts/447235974072023/

June 7th Banned and Restricted - https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/news/june-7-2022-banned-and-restricted-announcement-2022-06-07

June 7 MTGO Announcements - https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/magic-online/magic-online-announcements-june-7-2022

20th Anniversary MTGO Event - https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/magic-online/magic-online-turns-20-2022-06-07

Billy and Mapson take a look at some under-the-radar decks that have been tearing it up in Legacy and Modern Challenges alike. Billy also argues about the joy of team drafts and Mapson debates building an EDH deck.

Billy and Mapson talk about the best performing decks from the Midwest and eventually the discussion devolves into a debate over the most or least playable 9 mana value creature in a long time.

With the second Legacy Showcase Challenge of the year done, the hosts have plenty of decks to review. Mapson asks a tough question about how good is discard against Living End that has the Magic community divided.

DougesonTwitch's Stream with Mapson - https://www.twitch.tv/videos/1486294903

After a week off, Billy sits down the Mapson fresh off his Legacy win at SCGCon. We talk about his epic run, how his 75 went undefeated over the weekend, and how the Legacy format compares in paper and online. The hosts then talk about the results of the Modern Showcase Challenge and Mapson gives his choice of best deck in Modern. 

DougesOnTwitch's Marit Lage Token - https://twitter.com/DougesOnTwitch/status/1522903308641648642?s=20&t=VXmRVh3iSOH27WFMKETleg

BCDL9 - https://www.facebook.com/events/682377166319156/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A%2252%22%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22[%7B%5C%22surface%5C%22%3A%5C%22share_link%5C%22%2C%5C%22mechanism%5C%22%3A%5C%22share_link%5C%22%2C%5C%22extra_data%5C%22%3A%7B%5C%22invite_link_id%5C%22%3A1404060473375239%7D%7D]%22%7D

Legacy Pit Open 2 - https://thelegacypit.com/the-legacy-pit-open-ii

The hosts are joined by Emma Partlow, co-host of the BM Cast, member of the Pauper Format Panel, and writer for TCGPlayer. She stops by to talk about what makes Pauper such an amazing format, what decks might be interesting to try, and how to approach playing Magic on a budget in 2022. Billy and Mapson wrap up with some community news including a big tournament coming this year, some confusing pieces of digital cardboard, and a viral tweet that swept up the Magic community this week.

Emma Partlow's Linktree - https://t.co/Ia8WXf5ZCl

The BM Cast - https://t.co/H0rbL4dsju

What is the Pauper Format in Magic: The Gathering? - https://infinite.tcgplayer.com/article/What-is-the-Pauper-Format-in-Magic-The-Gathering/3e36486d-2dcd-4363-9486-d257d196ec14/

What is the Pioneer Format in Magic: The Gathering? - https://infinite.tcgplayer.com/article/What-Is-the-Pioneer-Format-in-Magic-The-Gathering/4510800e-5bc6-4504-acfb-ffaff7eab5e1/

New MTGO Exclusives - https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/magic-online/streets-new-capenna-magic-online-edition-2022-04-26

Billy's Viral Tweet - https://twitter.com/badluckbandit/status/1517095800001769472

Mapson is back and breaks down how the Legacy Showcase Qualifier went for him as well as what decks performed best during the event. The hosts then talk about what cards from Streets of New Capenna they think could break into Modern or Legacy.

**Please note that the quality of the program this week is below our normal standards. We plan to have this corrected before next week's episode.**

Legacy Showcase Qualifier 4/17 Data - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1PCpsZCbURD_OavFhmsXJPK5ewYAbEw42hTkCIRsk6r4/edit#gid=0

Bullwinkkle's Delver Article - https://docs.google.com/document/d/10mzKCSrAaxfHgFzjO3lUZfS6SyNR1sSr6UK26sWzEN4/edit

Billy is flying solo this week but manages to talk Modern, cEDH, Pioneer, and Legacy by himself. 

Billy's Tasigur cEDH List - https://www.moxfield.com/decks/ju07iBDGIUKggbwTdNNWXg

Game Day Promos - https://wpn.wizards.com/en/article/streets-new-capenna-game-day-tips-promo-reveals

April 22, 2022 MTGO Announcements - https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/magic-online/magic-online-announcements-april-12-2022

Mapson's Legacy Showcase Qualified Players LIst - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1aTAr8jVuPCgi_RcguKpVCxd283uLFcF8pCpq1IPJIpQ/edit#gid=0

Kellen's Legacy Prediction - https://twitter.com/TheOddEngineer/status/1513001073778302977

After a weekend full of organized play news, Modern and Legacy tournaments, and a top 8 for Mapson, the hosts break down the news from the last week and discuss Mapson's top 8 run in the Legacy Showcase Challenge!

Return of the Pro Tour! - https://www.magic.gg/news/return-of-the-pro-tour-your-path-to-playing-magic-at-the-highest-level

Legacy Super Qualifier - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-super-qualifier-12404204#online

Legacy Showcase Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-challenge-12404207#online

NRG Series Fort Wayne (Legacy) - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/nrg-series-5-000-trial-fort-wayne-legacy#online

Modern Super Qualifier - https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/mtgo-standings/modern-super-qualifier-2022-04-02#_ilnano__st_place

NRG Series Fort Wayne (Modern) - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/nrg-series-20-000-showdown-fort-wayne-modern#online

ManaTraders March 2022 from bamzing - https://twitter.com/bamzing_mtg/status/1510289701919346690

With a big last few days of Modern action, Billy and Mapson break down what did well, how the decks have adapted and what they want to play moving forward. They also discuss their thoughts on Legacy before the Legacy Super Qualifier and Showcase Challenge this week.

Modern Showcase Challenge Lists - https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/mtgo-standings/modern-showcase-challenge-2022-03-27?xd

Billy and Mapson are reunited and talk about their tips they would share for anyone looking to improve their Magic playing. 

Mapson's 3 Tips

1. Learn from your losses

2. Mulligan more

3. Don't oversideboard

Billy's 3 Tips

1. Take a break

2. Sideboard for game 2 not for game 1

3. Have a reason for your cards

Magic Online March 22, 2022 Announcements - https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/magic-online/magic-online-announcements-march-22-2022

The Elephant Method: A Case Study - https://articles.starcitygames.com/premium/the-elephant-method-a-case-study/

With Mapson away, Billy is joined by Elves expert Chris Medykiewicz to talk about Elves in Legacy, including the different variants and how the deck ticks. Afterwards, they talk about Ozymandias's March 2022 Legacy Tier List and how all the decks in format rank.

Chris's Twitter: https://twitter.com/metalf1sh

Chris's Once Upon a Time Analysis: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1WhCxN4tLj7-79vlnPexeYtUd-mkQUoOIyYDGcebulAA/edit?usp=sharing

Elves Discord: https://discord.gg/R5P2YHHY

Newton's Reclaimer Discord: https://discord.gg/JzjDE7aC

Ozymandias's March 2022 Legacy Tier List: https://twitter.com/Ozymandias172/status/1501662050396905476/photo/1

Magic Online Announcements, March 15, 2022: https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/magic-online/magic-online-announcements-march-15-2022

The Academic 133+ XL Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tolarian/the-academic-133-xl

Billy and Mapson take a look at the brand-new and unexpected Modern format following the banning of Lurrus of the Dream-Den. Afterwards they talk about the Legacy Showcase Challenge, 8Mulch, and a Zoo deck with a rousing endorsement from Mapson.

Billy and Mapson make short work of the MOCS, the dominance of Grixis Death's Shadow in the Super Qualifier, and how common Kappa Cannoneer is on MTGO.

2021 MOCS Season 3 - https://magic.gg/events/2021-magic-online-champions-showcase-season-3

The hosts are joined by Ezra Christensen and talk all things GW Depths, SCG Philly, sponsorship deals, and the stories behind the scenes of the latest Legacy champ.

Ezra Christensen - https://twitter.com/Covetous_Crow

SCGCon Philadelphia Legacy 10k Decklists - https://old.starcitygames.com/decks/SCG_CON_Philadelphia_Legacy_10K/2022-02-13_legacy_Philadelphia_PA_US/1/?_ga=2.183853414.1506178554.1645573594-1937865446.1600213578

Arclight Phoenix - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/4627875#online

Jund Sacrifice - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/4627848#online

Billy and Mapson are joined by Mike Everett, fresh off his Top 4 finish in the SCG Legacy 10k in Philadelphia last weekend. They talk Guy Love, Amulet, and why recurring 3/3's is so good.

Mike Everett - 

https://twitter.com/Asmadi42  

https://www.twitch.tv/angryjellyfishgames

Star City Games is coming to beautiful Valley Forge Casino and Billy and Mapson are counting down the minutes. Before anyone plays, they go over a few important things you can do to prepare yourself for likely your first big event in over a year. After, they spend some time looking over spoilers from Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty.

Billy is flying solo and reviews some sweet Legacy action from over the weekend.

Wizards has finally made changes to the Legacy format and none to Modern format. Billy and Mapson discuss their opinion of the bannings and not bannings, reminisce about Spell Snare, and figure out what Legacy looks like without Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer.

MTGO Announcements January 25, 2022 - https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/magic-online/magic-online-announcements-january-25-2022

January 25 2022 B&R Announcement - https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/news/january-25-2022-banned-and-restricted-announcement

Billy is back from paternity leave to review the Modern and Legacy events from over the weekend with Mapson, who was busy playing in both Super PTQs this weekend.

Tony Scapone's Ruby Storm Championship Run Through - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nta-KrIIvM4

The name says it all. With manatraders being Pioneer this month and Pioneer joining Modern & Legacy for the upcoming SCGcon events. I thought we would take a week off our usual fare and talk about this often overlooked format.

If you want to follow David you can find them @UnhingedBasic on twitter

If you want to look into Pioneer Lotus Field coaching with Connor, you can find him @MullalyConnor

And of course you can find your hosts at

@ExpeditionMap

@BadLuckBandit

@Depths_Podcast

Billy is gone for a couple weeks so Mapson jumped at the chance to talk all things Marit Lage with Adam Wasburn-Moses who has top 8d the last two Legacy NRGs with Lands and Dougal Warby who has been streaming a lot of GW and GB Depths.

All of Douges' content can be found here: https://linktr.ee/douges

And you can check out Adam on twitter @adamwasmo and eventually read his article on www.minmaxblog.com

And of course you can find Billy and Mapson
@BadluckBandit
@ExpeditionMap
@Depths_Podcast

Billy and Mapson give out awards for the end of the year in a number of categories.

Data Analysis: The Top Modern Decks & Players, End of 2021 - https://www.cardmarket.com/en/Magic/Insight/Articles/Data-Analysis-The-Top-Modern-Decks-Players-End-of-2021

Douges's Maverick Resource - https://greensunszenith.com/

Billy and Mapson go over their success at the events last weekend, answer some questions about the state of the Modern format, wax poetic about how good Spiderman is (no spoilers though).

Legacy Round Table - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/articles/this-week-in-legacy-legacy-round-table-the-end-of-the-world-as-we-know-it-edition

Billy and Mapson take an opportunity to discuss how to properly mulligan in your constructed matches, what to consider as you make your mulligan decisions, and most importantly, what is the best Spiderman movie.

Billy and Mapson discuss the stale state of Legacy, how SoulStrong is too strong and how good Grixis Shadow can be in Modern, and discuss a viral tweet about our favorite winning decks.

Robert Taylor - https://twitter.com/fireshoes/status/1468199930149941262

Amulet Titan - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/1039762#online

Naya Company - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/576139#online

Grixis Delver - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/576140#online

Bant Knightfall - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/723559#online

Izzet Ptery Delver - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/1725460#online

Billy and Mapson spend a lot of time catching up before diving into a few of the marquee events from the weekend.

NRG Team Decklists - https://articles.nerdragegaming.com/decklists-archive/team-limited-modern-legacy-nrg-series-showdown-november-27-28-2021/

1th God of Modern Coverage (English) - https://article.hareruyamtg.com/article/57092/?lang=en

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

Email the show! @[email protected]

Check out the YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd96b56Y9p3V-KsQNbhTD_Q

Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

Billy and Mapson talk about one of the first large Modern events in Sin City before talking about Legacy Eternal Weekend where Billy managed to win a painting of Sylvan Library.

Get Ready for Eternal Weekend - https://magic.gg/news/get-ready-for-eternal-weekend-2021

EW2021 Win Rates from @mtgbanding - https://twitter.com/mtgbanding/status/1462810142592929798?s=20

This Week in Legacy: Legacy Eternal Weekend 2021 - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/articles/this-week-in-legacy-legacy-eternal-weekend-2021

6:00 - Modern in Las Vegas

26:00 - Cultivator Colossus in Amulet Titan

32:00 - Legacy Eternal Weekend

1:10:00 - Billy's Eternal Weekend: Sylvan Library Recap

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

Email the show! @[email protected]

Check out the YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd96b56Y9p3V-KsQNbhTD_Q

Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

Billy and Mapson discuss Eternal Weekend Legacy just days away, the change from Manahours, and why you don't try to cut deals when people are already cutting you deals.

Get Ready for Eternal Weekend - https://magic.gg/news/get-ready-for-eternal-weekend-2021

Yorion Amulet Titan by Mistakenn - https://twitter.com/Mistakenn1/status/1460714399237394433/photo/1

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

Email the show! @[email protected]

Check out the YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd96b56Y9p3V-KsQNbhTD_Q

Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

Billy and Mapson take a look at Modern after a local event, briefly discuss Crimson Vow cards, and dig into November Legacy Showcase Challenge data.

Legacy Showcase Challenge Data - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1woGWt-jPIGLr6Ktfy-hzB4RQlSfX_gzYbinMjixLpEw/edit#gid=0

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

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Check out the YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd96b56Y9p3V-KsQNbhTD_Q

Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

Billy and Mapson break down the best performing decks from the SCG Invitational and what decks might be good choices for the Legacy Showcase this weekend.

Ban Announcement from Wizards - https://twitter.com/wizards_magic/status/1455570315275227143

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

Email the show! @[email protected]

Check out the YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd96b56Y9p3V-KsQNbhTD_Q

Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

Billy and Mapson discuss why Billy is a jerk, the lack of Legacy bans, some upcoming major events, and a very well thought out response about how to gaining equity in your gameplay.

Bullwinkkle6705 Equity - https://twitter.com/Bullwinkkle6705/status/1452480511683842048

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

Email the show! @[email protected]

Check out the YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd96b56Y9p3V-KsQNbhTD_Q

Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

Billy and Mapson go deep on the most popular Modern decks on MTGO, talk about Eternal Weekend online and discuss whether UR Murktide is better with Dragon's Rage Channeler or Urza's Saga.

Get Ready for Eternal Weekend 2021 - https://magic.gg/news/get-ready-for-eternal-weekend-2021

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

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Check out the YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd96b56Y9p3V-KsQNbhTD_Q

Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

Billy and Mapson talk with deck brewer Eric Vergo (@9thonbreakers) about why Magic is the best game in the world, what is appealing about the Modern format right now, and what cards pique his interests and why.

This Week in Legacy: Legacy Round Table - Harvesttide Festival Edition - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/articles/this-week-in-legacy-legacy-round-table-harvesttide-festival-edition

Eric Vergo - https://twitter.com/9thonbreakers

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

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Check out the YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd96b56Y9p3V-KsQNbhTD_Q

Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

Remember when Billy was on vacation and Mapson couldn't get Anchor to work right? Well this is what you missed out on! Mapson is joined by former Platinum pro and white creature connoisseur Kellen Pastore (@TheOddEngineer) to speak about all things Magic.

With a string of MTGO Modern PTQs coming up, Billy and Mapson take some time to discuss their decision-making process for choosing decks with a focus on the Modern format. Hear their thoughts before your next big event!

"The 4 Pillars of Modern" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1uywWjayPy8&t=1590s

The Elephant Method: A Case Study - https://articles.starcitygames.com/premium/the-elephant-method-a-case-study/

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

Email the show! @[email protected]

Check out the YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd96b56Y9p3V-KsQNbhTD_Q

Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

With Innistrad: Midnight Hunt released, Billy and Mapson look at some new decks that have sprung up in Modern, an update to a old-school Legacy classic, and talk about the Legacy Pit Open results.

Esper Reanimator - https://twitter.com/SpiderSpaceMTG/status/1439347885653430274/photo/1

Jeskai Phoenix - https://twitter.com/MoughonEvart/status/1439331128519925762/photo/1

Eggs - https://twitter.com/9thonbreakers/status/1439728868458381312/photo/1

Sunset Stasis - https://twitter.com/Truckis123/status/1440032098321010689/photo/1

Legacy PIt Open Decklists - https://mtgmelee.com/Tournament/View/7720?fbclid=IwAR2PGd_1GexnsHGRvf9YBwv25OvPXC1q_4gDm9OS7aY9irUPR4aLKSmmcZg

Legacy Pit Open Data - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1NTpJqzHyaRTnV6h6tneYo_Gh8jNGRb_1byaE9sJPmII/edit#gid=1652481683

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

Email the show! @[email protected]

Check out the YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd96b56Y9p3V-KsQNbhTD_Q

Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

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Billy and Mapson take a look at the first part of the Innistrad: Midnight Hunt previews, talk a bit about Pioneer #MTGFinance, and bring back stories for the end of the episode.

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

Email the show! @[email protected]

Check out the YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd96b56Y9p3V-KsQNbhTD_Q

Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

Billy and Mapson review the data from the last weekend of Legacy Challenges, discuss the first draft of the Asmoranomardicadaistinaculdacar Painter deck, what other Painter decks look like right now, and what decks have been making a name for themselves in Modern.

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

Email the show! @[email protected]

Check out the YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd96b56Y9p3V-KsQNbhTD_Q

Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

With the Legacy Showcase Qualifier behind him, Mapson explains his process for the event, what decks were in consideration, and why these decklists don't always translate to larger events.

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

Email the show! @[email protected]

Check out the YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd96b56Y9p3V-KsQNbhTD_Q

Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

Legacy Showcase Qualifier Breakdown by Joseph Dyer - https://twitter.com/volrathxp/status/1429573165739651072?s=20

Teferi's Time Trouble Secret Lair - https://secretlair.wizards.com/us/product/679509/teferi-s-time-trouble

With a full year under their belt, Billy and Mapson take some time to answer listener questions and reminisce about the past year.

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

Email the show! @[email protected]

Check out the YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd96b56Y9p3V-KsQNbhTD_Q

Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

Billy is out this week, but Mapson recruited two friends to help chronicle some of what happened at the Computer and Gaming Universes Convention this week, alternatively known as "the secret gp". If you somehow haven't heard about this event, you're in for a treat.

Billy and Mapson are joined by the Charming Prince himself John Ryan Hamilton to discuss Yorion & Taxes which as been tearing up Legacy Challenges the past few weeks. Learn from a master all about one of the best decks in the format!

You can find more xJCloud using the following links!

https://twitter.com/xJCloud

https://www.twitch.tv/xjcloud

https://www.youtube.com/c/xJCloud

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

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Check out the YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd96b56Y9p3V-KsQNbhTD_Q

Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

Fresh off a local Legacy tournament, Billy and Mapson take some time to break down their individual tournaments, discuss misleading matchups for GW Depths, review the top 8 of some major Modern formats, and talk about why grooming Mapson's dogs is a bad idea.

Fresh off of Mapson's top 8 in the Legacy Showcase Challenge, the hosts talk about the state of Modern, an unexpected banning, the best decks in Legacy as well as cutting Delver of Secrets from UR Delver.

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

Email the show! @[email protected]

Check out the YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd96b56Y9p3V-KsQNbhTD_Q

Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

7/18/21 Legacy Showcase Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-challenge-12318551#online

Announcing the Return of the SCG Tour Online and SCG CON! - https://articles.starcitygames.com/news/announcing-the-return-of-the-scg-tour-online-and-scg-con/?_ga=2.118394313.1580384641.1626821143-1937865446.1600213578

After starting off with the wrong episode number, Billy and Mapson discuss what to do for episode 50 or 52, talk about some interesting Modern and Legacy decks, and also talk about some racist talk in the Magic community. 

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

Email the show! @[email protected]

Check out the YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd96b56Y9p3V-KsQNbhTD_Q

Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

With a number of high profile Modern events last weekend, Billy presents his tier list for the Modern format.

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

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Check out the YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd96b56Y9p3V-KsQNbhTD_Q

Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

With Modern still in flux, Billy and Mapson take some time to review the Legacy tier list posted by notable MTGO player Ozymandias172. 

https://twitter.com/Ozymandias172/status/1409257819820417029/photo/3

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

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Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

Douglas "DJ" Johnson from the Brainstorm Brewery Podcast stops by to provide some insight for players unaware of what goes into the financial aspects of Magic and gives some ways to maximize your collection, even the part you aren't using.

You can find and support DJ and Brainstorm Brewery by clicking the links below.

https://linktr.ee/Cardgarden

https://linktr.ee/BrainstormBrewery

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

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Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

Billy and Mapson finish making sense of Legacy after Modern Horizons 2 adds a number of powerful options to the format. They also break down the ethics of concessions after a viral tweet this week and how being a Vorthos weakened an archetype.

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

Email the show! @[email protected]

Check out the YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd96b56Y9p3V-KsQNbhTD_Q

Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

Billy and Mapson stop by to talk about the new kids in the kitchen that is Modern!

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

Email the show! @[email protected]

Check out the YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd96b56Y9p3V-KsQNbhTD_Q

Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

Billy and Mapson try something new and come up with 4 decks that feature cards from Modern Horizons 2. Check out the decks and see if they have what it takes to be competitive!

Devoted Recruiter Combo - https://www.moxfield.com/decks/iMizZaHwaE67ulsctAj0kA

Hateful Eight -https://www.moxfield.com/decks/lyWxV2bPpkCpD8HvOw7Kcg

Sanctum Weaver Combo - https://www.moxfield.com/decks/wm5is-JtukG90bgrtDc6JA

Hulk Combo - https://www.moxfield.com/decks/aWAkDpSH1UGgeoycrxln2Q

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

Email the show! @[email protected]

Check out the YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd96b56Y9p3V-KsQNbhTD_Q

Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

Billy and Mapson disagree about how Modern is looking in the wake of the latest Modern Showcase Challenge. They also talk about the state of Legacy ahead of it Showcase Challenge and also talk about Elves and Pact Combo.

Modern Showcase Challenge #1 Results - https://www.reddit.com/r/ModernMagic/comments/njca88/modern_showcase_challenge_1_results_may_22_2021/

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Billy and Mapson rate their own skills as Magic players and justify their ratings of themselves.

Modern Deck of the Week: 4c Indomitable Lorehold Turns - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3988526?fbclid=IwAR27-Fyal-MWuFBjC8mOpfHT6Z6xZGQmmYbXUO50witRe1AbYof-DMQrWvo#online

Legacy Deck of the Week: Tainted Doomsday - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3990142#online

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Billy and Mapson discuss the Summer of Legend and some early previews from Modern Horizons 2. 

Modern Deck of the Week: Blue Living End - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3979788#online

Legacy Deck of the Week: Abyss Storm - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3979157?fbclid=IwAR0NHxWH_hjmsQV591EvpTVoeWVpJNWBIDEodQrOJuCEuyNzpgErL-Q_2jg#paper

Welcome to the Summer of Legend - https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/news/welcome-summer-legend-2021-05-06

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Billy flies solo this week and talks about some new things he's noticed in Modern and Legacy. Expect rants, cEdh talk, reciting tweets, and explaining why people are building their decks wrong. Also, we learn that Mapson is the one that keeps Billy on the rails. 

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Billy and Mapson welcome Shuen, better known as LynnChalice, to the show fresh of his finals appearance at the Legacy Manatraders Monthly. This show is about all things Legacy and especially GW Depths. Stay tuned for some high-level Marit Lage talk.

Sheun - https://twitter.com/LynnChalice and https://www.twitch.tv/lynnchalice

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Strixhaven is here and seems to have created quite the stir. Billy and Mapson talk all about how the new set has influenced the decks in Modern and Legacy.

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Billy and Mapson take some time to talk about life, judging, and some Strixhaven.

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Billy and Mapson set their mark on the best decks in Legacy and talk about decks that stand up to the competition.

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Modern Deck of the Week: Esper Control - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3893398#online

Legacy Deck of the Week: 4c Standstill - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3893432?fbclid=IwAR2TZRxarRiLtrD3W_Y8RatmWMMxyf26hxSxHBk9G_kW7RSGMQc9cum-Oiw#paper

Billy and Mapson take aim at the best decks in Modern and brainstorm some decks that can best the best in the format.

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Modern Deck of the Week: Scapeshift - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3868795#online

Legacy Deck of the Week: BUG Control - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3868810#online

With a high-stakes matchup on the horizon, Billy and Mapson break down last week's Legacy Super Qualifier, the NRG Series Monthly event, and the difference between data and data.

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Legacy Super Qualifier 3/20 Spreadsheet - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ptVO3J0yXn4X7cWE4QZ45tAJjh83ACiB-15L74JODU0/edit#gid=1021681887

NRG Series MTGO Open (March 21, Modern) - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/nrg-series-mtgo-open-march-2021-modern#online

Billy and Mapson break down the Season 2 and 3 MOCS Finals, talk about what surprised them from the events, and talk about advertising.

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MOCS Season 2 Finals Results - https://articles.starcitygames.com/2021/03/15/gauthier-selesnya-company-wins-2020-mocs-season-2-finals/

MOCS Season 3 Finals Results - https://articles.starcitygames.com/2021/03/15/merkel-azorius-spirits-wins-mocs-season-3-finals/

Billy and Mapson take some time to discuss what happened in the Modern and Legacy Showcase Challenges last weekend and discuss what rose to the top of the formats. The hosts also announce the giveaway.

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Modern Deck of the Week: 5-Color Incarnation - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/archetype/modern-wubrg-9a39100c-7e74-44fe-899a-0c581d050f7f?fbclid=IwAR3Yyz1h6Mmu4-sI_XdUTTRGxBbFELohLC4gLc-rkNlCYRQGbXFE2QZpp34#paper

Legacy Deck of the Week: Izzet Delver - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3818677#online

Billy and Mapson pore over some data from the ManaTraders Monthly Modern event and the Legacy Challenges to see if there opinion are backed up by data and to try to make some better choices moving forward. They also discuss the awesomeness that is Time Spiral Remastered and which cards they are looking forward to seeing in person.

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Modern Deck of the Week: Azorius Control - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3802980#online

Legacy Deck of the Week: GW Depths - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3796533#online

ManaTraders Modern Monthly Data Table - https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EvcmZqPXYAMP9q5.jpg

https://twitter.com/mtgmetaio

Legacy Challenge Data - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/19pVxtbWeHpo4B8np9o8tyFuJfLEmDAVMsXgr53ParMI/edit?fbclid=IwAR10pef_c4oX4CHqhXlJ1DCzzYnVmAeuQjFvgEw6oRVstTw3ZHE5mZShGCQ#gid=0

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1OmfyczzncKFoWMtC_HXr3G9TaUWGPYZmvqXaoQSnkAw/edit?fbclid=IwAR3owdgZGxc3CizYPW1YtBRQtCsYFfGs4MZ1wv1_YYuUULqq_YywjMIJMEU#gid=0

With a week to digest the news and the new formats, Billy and Mapson talk about what they think about the new feel of Modern and Legacy in the wake of the largest banning in Magic's history.

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90sMTG - @90sMTG

Braden Boudish - @cedhcast and @BradenMTG

Billy and Mapson appear a day earlier than normal to discuss the massive amount of changes to the Banned lists for Modern and Legacy. Are these changes going to improve the format? Did they make enough changes? Hear the hosts' opinions on this early episode!

February 15, 2021 Banned and Restricted Announcement - https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/news/february-15-2021-banned-and-restricted-announcement?xd27&fbclid=IwAR1smB6-7sxOgiOhUAQmEqXYoDbvdodTFbHN4upcBiMk8Mbue4--RuHD9r0

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Now that the metagame has had time to evolve, it appears that Tibalt, Cosmic Imposter is the clear best thing to be doing in the format. What innovations have been made? What cards can you use to fight the biggest glow-up planeswalker? Billy and Mapson break it all down this week.

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This week Billy is solo as he talks about some cards he has seen in the MTGO queues and even mentions a few cards that might not be on people's radars yet.

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Kaldheim is coming to MTGO soon so Billy and Mapson talk about their favorite (and not so favorite) cards for Modern and Legacy. The hosts also spend some time talking about Twitter's newest favorite deck generator and reminisce about their time at LegitMTG.

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Modern Deck of the Week: Dimir Whirza - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3712260#paper

Legacy Deck of the Week: BUG Shadow - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3709560#paper

MTG Legacy Blue MIdrange Deck Generator: https://www.bluestew.net/

Billy and Mapson are joined by Zach Dobbin (@TMPWDobs) and Dan Miller to learn about the Vintage format in preparation for the January ManaTraders series. Learn about all of the powerful decks that exist in Magic's oldest format!

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Kaldheim previews are everywhere and everyone's focus seems to have shifted away from eternal formats. Billy and Mapson discuss some of the subtle (and not so subtle) changes in Modern and Legacy ahead of the upcoming Showcase Challenges.

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

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Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

Modern Deck of the Week: UR Prowess - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3678248#online

Legacy Deck of the Week: Jund Nic Fit - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/archetype/legacy-wubrg-75133d5a-5cdb-49e8-9637-d16253430ade?fbclid=IwAR2xBIeKLYYP3TMERRe30qm6K9VjbojYeQlkEByH6TPqd33gu9I3S5XyRUs#paper

Magic Online Announcements January 12, 2021 - https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/magic-online/magic-online-announcements-january-12-2021?fbclid=IwAR1TSptFJwGRlplJuw9iI7RubDxg3wTrhesjXyAv43BBIaCV-KQLG_8ktFA#allaccess

Billy and Mapson meet up to give your weekly dose of  Magic goodness! Come for the decklists, stay for the all-access tokens and swimsuit calendars!

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

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Modern Deck of the Week: Temur Breach Combo- https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3665281#online

Legacy Deck of the Week: Jeskai Mentor - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3665301#online

2021 MtG Swimsuit Calendar - https://www.etsy.com/shop/NextLevelMagic

Learn about the Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/

Magic Online Announcements January 5, 2021 - https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/magic-online/magic-online-announcements-january-05-2021

Decks We'd Play

Mapson: Doomsday - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3665308#online

Billy: 4c Snow - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3666657#online

As the world says farewell to the collective nightmare that has been 2020, Billy and Mapson talk about their personal, Magic, and podcast-related goals going into the new year.

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

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Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

Modern Deck of the Week: Infect - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3649708#online

Legacy Deck of the Week: 4 Color Land Aggro/Midrange - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3647242?fbclid=IwAR3gHwsw42ue5SzLnKx7g9ydQM1srS1lRVZp7BvORjxF13PDLBo3snIKHKU#paper

With the holidays in full swing, Billy and Mapson take the time to reflect on how 2020 has been to the Modern format. 

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

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Modern Deck of the Week: Simic Titan - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3639282#online

Legacy Deck of the Week: Sultai Delverless Shadow - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3638327#online

This Week in Legacy: The EOY 2020 Legacy Round Table - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/articles/this-week-in-legacy-the-eoy-2020-legacy-round-table

Sparked by an excellent article and with the end of the year fast approaching, Billy and Mapson answer some hard questions about the Legacy format.

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

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Modern Deck of the Week: Hammer Time - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3625849#online

Legacy Deck of the Week: Mono-Red Phoenix - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3625885#online

This Week in Legacy: The EOY 2020 Legacy Round Table - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/articles/this-week-in-legacy-the-eoy-2020-legacy-round-table

NRG Series $2500 Showdown - https://mtgmelee.com/Tournament/View/4279?fbclid=IwAR31ytw4WWjoW3LkSrqtpX0SVIAL3GJ9lE2PiB5eeikPteZFDTX1GPeBBIE

Billy and Mapson are excited to analyze a goldmine of data from the Legacy Showcase, talk about all the Premier-level Magic they played last weekend, and talk about the best way to double the amount of food you eat.

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

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Modern Deck of the Week: Dredge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3611498#online

Legacy Deck of the Week: Grixis Doomsday - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3611534#online

Legacy Showcase Winrates and Meta Share - https://www.reddit.com/r/MTGLegacy/comments/k8b8yu/legacy_showcase_winrates_and_meta_share/

Billy and Mapson try out a new format this week, looking at a Modern and Legacy Deck of the Week! With the 2020 MOCS now behind them, the hosts look forward to the upcoming Showcase Challenges this weekend on MTGO along with changes to the Prelim structure.

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

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Modern Deck of the Week: Esper Erayo Mentor - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3592136#online

Legacy Deck of the Week: Yorion Naya Landfall - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3592167#online

2020 MOCS Modern Decklists - https://old.starcitygames.com/decks/Magic_Online_Champions_Showcase/2020-11-29_modern_Magic+Online_0_0/1/?_ga=2.158373690.1257640974.1606757589-1941327334.1606343877

Upcoming MTGO Changes - https://articles.starcitygames.com/news/showcase-challenge-weekend-events-arrive-on-magic-online/?_ga=2.71977747.1627566082.1606859105-1937865446.1600213578

So many decks, so little time! Another big episode but Billy and Mapson make it worth your while. Before you dive into your Thanksgiving turkey, get a full plate of Modern and Legacy goodness! Make sure to try out that sweet Commander Legends dessert!

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

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11/21 Modern Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-challenge-12231143#online

11/22 Modern Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-challenge-12231149#online

11/21 Legacy Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-challenge-12231141#online

11/22 Legacy Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-challenge-12231151#online

Billy and Mapson spend this week strolling through some of the more unique decks to come out of this week's many events, talk about why Billy won't be playing in the ManaTraders event this week, and narrow down some decks that Mapson may play, assuming he doesn't fall asleep.

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

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Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

11/14 Modern Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-challenge-12228504#online

11/15 Modern Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-challenge-12228510#online

11/15 Modern PTQ - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-champs-12228477#online

2019 MOCS Modern Decklists - https://magic.wizards.com/en/content/2019-magic-online-championship-modern-decklists?fbclid=IwAR0D1hvGvK2WArRvfI72u7oe9a8AZ9klCMPGHAge_MykZClRRz5qHa2F0WM

11/14 Legacy Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-challenge-12228502#online

11/15 Legacy Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-challenge-12228512#online

There's only so much Magic that Billy and Mapson can jam into one episode but they certainly tried their best! Stay tuned for a huge episode filled with Ms. Marvel, the most noble of hierarchs, and a discussion of why Oops! All Spells is a miserable deck to play against in Modern and no one wants to play it!

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11/07 Legacy Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-challenge-12225883#online

11/08 Legacy Showcase Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-challenge-12225856#online

11/08 Fall Revised Legacy Open - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/anzi-presents-dice-city-games-fall-revised-legacy-open-powered-by-lotus-box#online

11/07 Modern Showcase Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-challenge-12225853#online

11/08 Modern Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-challenge-12225888#online

Another week, another collection of Modern and Legacy results to analyze before the Showcase Challenges and the ManaTraders events begin! Billy and Mapson look at the top decks going into this weekend in both Modern and Legacy.

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

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10/31 Modern Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-challenge-12223580#online

11/01 Modern Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-challenge-12223585#online

11/01 Modern PTQ - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-champs-12223552#online

10/31 Legacy Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-challenge-12223578#online

11/01 Legacy Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-challenge-12223587#online

With the Showcase Challenges in a little under two weeks, Billy and Mapson talk about what steps they take to learn new decks and discuss potential class pets.

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

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Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

10/24 Modern Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-challenge-12221065#online

10/25 Modern Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-challenge-12221071#online

10/24 Legacy Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-challenge-12221063#online

10/25 Legacy Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-challenge-12221073#online

With Eternal Weekend Legacy in the rearview, Billy and Mapson review Legacy, talk about the winning decks from this year and what good format health looks like in 2020.

Dark Depths Podcast - https://twitter.com/depths_podcast?s=09

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10/17 Modern Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-challenge-12218052#online

10/18 Modern Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-challenge-12218058#online

10/17 Legacy Eternal Weekend - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-premier-12218021#online

10/18 Legacy Eternal Weekend - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-premier-12218022#online

10/19 Legacy Eternal Weekend - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-premier-12218024#online

Eternal Weekend 2020 - https://magic.gg/news/eternal-weekend-2020-on-magic-online

With Eternal Weekend on the horizon, Billy and Mapson take a hard look at Legacy, talk about what they expect from to see win this year's events, and end up talking about art and the dream of ice cream and guitars on stream.

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Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

10/10 Modern Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-challenge-12216047#online

10/11 Modern Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-challenge-12216053#online

10/10 Legacy Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-challenge-12216045#online

10/11 Legacy Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-challenge-12216055#online

Eternal Weekend 2020 - https://magic.gg/news/eternal-weekend-2020-on-magic-online

Before Mapson stops by the 90's MTG stream, the hosts talk about how good Death and Taxes has gotten in Modern and Legacy and Billy explains why he's loving Jund Hogaak in Legacy.

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10/3 Modern Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-challenge-12213685#online

10/4 Modern Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-challenge-12213720#online

NRG Series Online Trial #2 (Modern) - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/nrg-series-online-trial-2#online

10/3 Legacy Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-challenge-12213715#online

10/4 Legacy Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-challenge-12213688#online

Billy and Mapson discuss even more decks that have arrived in the wake of Zendikar Rising, Billy's experience with Modern RB Shadow in the ManaTraders event, and Mapson's exploration into streaming and Legacy over the past week.

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Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

9/26 Modern Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-challenge-12211158#online

9/27 Modern Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-challenge-12211164#online

9/26 Legacy Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-challenge-12211156#online

9/27 Legacy Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-challenge-12211166#online

Fresh off a PAX Legacy Championship Top 4, Mapson talks to Billy about his event as well as how Zendikar Rising has shaken up the Modern and Legacy formats.

PAX Modern Champs - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-champs-12208810#online

PAX Legacy Champs - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-champs-12208811#online

Dimir Mill - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3413293#online

Death & Taxes - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3413356#paper

RB Prowess - https://twitter.com/EdgarMTG/status/1308259353246470144/photo/1

UR Belcher Combo - https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap/status/1307469697923907587/photo/1

Mono-White Ballista Combo - https://twitter.com/_jtl005_/status/1308111195057127425/photo/1

Oops All Spells - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/deck/3409260?fbclid=IwAR18GZBiVr9jqKUzl0MXFO4saG3KdnhdwZsS1WghLv_LXs6vW_TQ1YD-cug#paper

Billy and Mapson discuss the slew of Modern and Legacy results from the past week, talk about how well their decks were this week, and talk about what cards from Zendikar Rising could make a splash in Modern and Legacy.

Opening and Catch-up - 0:00

Modern Challenges - 2:30

9/12 Modern Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-challenge-12206257#online

9/13 Modern Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-challenge-12206263#online

Legacy Discussion - 7:45

9/12 Legacy Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-challenge-12206255#online

9/13 Legacy Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-challenge-12206265#online

Legacy PTQ - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-champs-12206228#online 

NRG Series Online Trial #1 - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/nrg-series-online-trial-1#online

Modern PTQ - 26:30 https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-champs-12206229#online

Billy Tried to Play Amulet - 33:40

The 'Gaak is Whack! - 40:00

Our Favorite Cards from Zendikar Rising - 59:30

Story Time - 1:24:30

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Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

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Hosts assemble and chat about their origin stories in Magic. 

Opening and Catch-up - 3:00

Modern Discussion - 10:30

9/5 Modern Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-challenge-12203374#paper

9/6 Modern Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/modern-challenge-12203380#paper

Legacy Discussion - 23:30

9/5 Legacy Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-challenge-12203372#paper

9/6 Legacy Challenge - https://www.mtggoldfish.com/tournament/legacy-challenge-12203382#paper

MCU Hot Takes - 38:15

Origin Stories - 48:10

Story Time - 96:30

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Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

Check out our new videos on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd96b56Y9p3V-KsQNbhTD_Q/

The guys talk about Modern, Legacy, their Challenges, and certain insectile aberrations. 

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Billy Mitchell- https://twitter.com/badluckbandit?s=20

Michael Mapson -  https://twitter.com/ExpeditionMap?s=20

8/15 Modern Challenge - http://old.starcitygames.com/decks/Magic_Online_Challenge/2020-08-15_modern_Magic+Online_0_0/1/?_ga=2.48677286.1840340748.1598390799-1176955579.1598390799

8/16 Modern Challenge - http://old.starcitygames.com/decks/Magic_Online_Challenge/2020-08-16_modern_Magic+Online_0_0/1/?_ga=2.48677286.1840340748.1598390799-1176955579.1598390799

8/15 Legacy Challenge - http://old.starcitygames.com/decks/Magic_Online_Challenge/2020-08-15_legacy_Magic+Online_0_0/1/?_ga=2.48677286.1840340748.1598390799-1176955579.1598390799

8/16 Legacy Challenge - http://old.starcitygames.com/decks/Magic_Online_Challenge/2020-08-16_legacy_Magic+Online_0_0/1/?_ga=2.48677286.1840340748.1598390799-1176955579.1598390799

Check out our new videos on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd96b56Y9p3V-KsQNbhTD_Q/

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Available August 19th, the Dark Depths Podcast is your go-to place to hear about the Modern and Legacy formats.