KeyForge Public Radio

Want to practice with a specific KeyForge deck? The NARP Deck-Learning system equips you to learn it in and now through giving a structure to your practice. Created and iterated on over the years by Zach, he invites you to learn the system - or at the very least, grab the its principles for however you prepare for events. Find the NARP notebook here on the KPR store . Thank you to our Frequency Fa...

Armed with stats and the ability to run his mouth at mach 4, Zach takes you through all the stats from the Philadelphia Vault Tour across both the Archon and Alliance tournaments, with summaries, analysis, and takes. Correction: During the episode I stated incorrectly that two Age of Ascension Martian Generosity + Key Abduction decks made the Alliance Top 8. Instead, it was one, and the other deck...

If you're playing with or against Winds of Exchange in KeyForge, you'll need to know how to play optimally with and against Ekwidon. There's a lot to learn about this house in their first appearance, so Zach takes you through their strengths and weaknesses, their aember control and board presence, an overview of each token creature and more. Listen here or watch on YouTube - wherever you listen, e...

I'm back from the Philadelphia Vault Tour and you can call me Mr. Oxygen. I talk about my experiences, including going 0-2 in the Archon tournament, and pull some lessons out of my hat - which you can buy here on the merch store . Thank you to our Frequency Fanatic Patreon supporters, like Zirpu! Join the KPR Patreon to vote on content, join the discord, and more. Find this episode on the website...

What is hand crafting in KeyForge, and why does it matter? Manipulating one of KeyForge's core systems - Houses - is a strategic necessity to improve how you pilot any given KeyForge deck. Join Zach as he walks you through all the concepts, math, processes and decisions that will improve your strategic decision-making and your understanding of a how a KeyForge deck works. Thank you to our Frequenc...

Sequencing in KeyForge means playing your cards in the order that creates maximum impact to take you to the win condition. Game states and battle lines become complicated, so you'll need to know how to pick strategic or tactical goals in a way that drives you forward. Join the KPR Patreon to vote on content, join the discord, and more. Find this episode on the website . Visit the website Shop the...

Alliance is KeyForge's truly constructed format that pushes the game to the very edge. While the format is brand new and wide open leading up to the Philadelphia Vault Tour, there is one community member with the most Alliance accomplishments so far: Jason B., who built both decks which reached the finals table at KeyForge Celebration (one piloted by him, the other by a friend). Learn the basics o...

There's a heuristic in KeyForge strategy: pick the house to play with the largest number of cards in play plus in your hand. Zach examines why this is useful, why it isn't useful, when you should follow it and when you shouldn't. Turns out that it's a fine heuristic, but an even better teacher. Join the KPR Patreon to vote on content, join the discord, and more.  Visit the website Shop the Merch F...

"I don't have a deck good enough to compete in Archon." Sound familiar? It's not an uncommon refrain among KeyForge players. Zach breaks down how to set your expectations to have a great time in competitive KeyForge, and lists out each factor in reaching the top 8 - and exactly which of those factors are under your control. Join the KPR Patreon to vote on content, join the discord, and more. Visit...

Tokens Creatures are the new mechanic in Winds of Exchange, KeyForge's sixth set. They're wonderfully designed usually straightforward to understand. Zach covers all the basics of token creatures, the standard rules that apply to them (did you token creature can dodge a Quixxle Stone but not an Autocannon?), and all the special rules you'll need to know to ensure you're playing your best. Join the...

Understanding the goal of a game of KeyForge is as important as it is obvious. Zach takes you through the game's most basic level of decision-making: understanding your win condition. Join the KPR Patreon to vote on content, join the discord, and more. Visit the website Shop the Merch Follow on Twitter , Instagram , and Facebook . KeyForge Public Radio is produced by Rooster High Productions. If y...

Welcome to KeyForge Public Radio, the strategy and news podcast helping you become and informed KeyForge player. Join your host Zach Armstrong as we unlock the Unique Card Game together. Join on Patreon to vote on content, gain Discord access, and discounts on merch.  First episode launches Wednesday, June 7, 2023. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★