SCG PHILLY: What MTG Events are now?

The hosts discuss their experiences at SCGCon and the challenges they faced. They also review their predictions for the top eight and analyze the metagame. The conversation highlights the frustration of limited space and the impact it had on the event. The hosts share their tournament experiences and interview other players. Overall, the episode provides insights into the SCGCon event and the legacy metagame. The hosts review their tournament experiences and discuss the metagame breakdown and potential adaptations. They highlight the importance of playing real decks and practicing online. They also discuss the concept of curve compression and the need for redundancy in deck construction. The hosts touch on the performance of specific players and the potential for bans in the format. They conclude by emphasizing the need for a more homogenized approach to deck construction in order to compete in the current metagame.Takeaways

• Limited space and overcrowding at events can negatively impact the experience for players.
• Predicting the top eight in a tournament can be challenging, but analyzing the metagame can provide valuable insights.
• Blood Moon decks were prevalent in the SCGCon legacy metagame.
• Practice and preparation are crucial for success in competitive events.
• Interviews with other players can provide additional perspectives and insights.

Chapters00:00Introduction and Snapshot of the SCG Metagame08:16Predictions for the Top Eight12:05Challenges and Frustrations at SCGCon21:30Interview with Chris Benucci25:41Interview with Anon27:00Phil's Tournament Experience29:57Mistakes and Tournament Structure31:23Tournament Hopes and IDing34:01Match against Amy and Tough Matchup36:07Match against Mono Black Scaminator38:47Match against Budget Storm40:46Leaving the Tournament43:41Metagame Breakdown and Adaptations45:46Playing Real Decks and Practicing Online49:34Potential Bans and Format Cleanup52:42Curve Compression and Redundancy55:26David Marchese's Performance56:47Lowering the Format and Homogenization