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In this episode Bryan and Samma discuss the new rules and cards for the upcoming MTG Set Dominaria United. We talk about Sagas, Bee Children, Bryan sneaks in obscure song lyrics from the 80s, and other interesting rules tidbits from the new cards.

In this episode Bryan and Samma bring on Meg Rickman to talk about the return of Local Comp Rel play. We discuss how it feels to "get back into it", the return of local players, how to rebuild connections that might have atrophied over the pandemic and remind stores that they want to secure certified experienced judges early.

In this episode Bryan and Samma go over the major mechanics and a selection of cards from the new Commander Legends 2: Quest for Curly's Gold.

In this episode Bryan and Samma go over the Judge Academy process for becoming an L3. We go over the various steps and badges, and Bryan talks way too much about "the way it used to be".

In this episode Bryan and Samma talk about the mechanics of New Capenna as well as highlight some of the cards with more interesting rules interactions.

In this episode Bryan and Samma talk about the recently announced changes to Wizards' Premiere Play and a little bit about what judges can expect. Bryan rants (too much) about his dislike of PPTQs, while Samma waits for him to tucker himself out. Spoilers: Both agree that we are happy that something has returned, though. Wizard's Announcement: https://magic.gg/news/return-of-the-pro-tour-your-path...

Big Events are slowing making a comeback and in this episode the JudgeCast crew sit down with L2 Patrick Nelson to talk about the Team Constructed event at SCG Con Indy, and live vicariously through his experiences.

In this episode Bryan and Samma discuss the altered card policy, why its set up the way it is, who it is supposed to protect, and how common arguments against it. All with just the slightest sprinkling of nonsense.

Join Bryan and Samma as we discuss the new cards and new mechanics of Kamigawa Neon Dynasty. We go over Reconfigure, Transforming Sagas, Ninja and Ducks with Hooves.

Join Bryan and Samma as they go over the ins and outs of the Combat Phase. We go over declaring attackers, requirements and restrictions, combat damage assignment order, the combat damage shortcut, and even when you declare your bands.

In this Episode, Bryan and Samma talk about Judge Academy Deadlines, Digital vs Physical conferences, the newly hired JAc "champions", and end of year conferences. Then the post show banter devolves into some literary nonsense.

Join Bryan and Samma as we cleave through the release notes for Crimson Vow and go into more rules details than you probably needed to know for this MTG set that only has the most subtle of wedding themes.

One of the requirements for becoming a Certified Magic Judge is obtaining an L1 endorsement. In this episode Bryan and Samma discuss what an L1 endorsement is and why its necessary. We also discuss what the endorsing L2 or L3 should be looking for when they give an endorsement, and what the endorsement review should entail, as well as some traps you might fall into. Judge Academy L1 Endorsement: h...

In this episode Bryan and Samma welcome Judge Academy Magic Program Manager Nicolette Apraez! This week Judge Academy made a rather lengthy announcement on upcoming changes for 2022 and beyond. Nicolette was good enough to join us as we go through the changes, and get more detail on dues, conferences, foils, and level updates. Read the Full Blog Post here: https://judgeacademy.com/judge-academy-20...

In this episode Bryan and Samma discuss the mechanics of Midnight Hunt, as well as going over some of the cards that might generate some rules questions at your local store of whatever larger event may be happening in or around Vegas. Come for the detailed rules explanation of Day/Night, Disturbed as well as what it means to transform into an aura, stay for the bad puns involving...just about ever...

In this episode, Bryan and Samma go into more detail than you probably thought possible on the specifics of Targeting. What a target does, how do you change targets, what happens if the target becomes illegal, is Target really just a cleaner Walmart. You know, the usual facts with a light dusting of bad jokes and random stories

In this episode Bryan and Samma talk about how the focus on Customer Service has shifted in Judging over the years, and some tips that will help you improve your customer service skills at both large and small events.

In this episode Bryan and Samma take a super serious look at all the infractions of the IPG and rank them based on our scientific criteria of "whatever we feel like at the moment". Join us as we durdle our way through the infractions and post your own rankings. But if you disagree with us, we will argue with you, because we are subjectively correct.

Join Bryan and Samma on this tour up and down the Sword Coast as we pull up a chair at the Yawning Portal and talk about the new set over a mug of Shadowdark Ale. Behold the new mechanics as we do a Waterdeep dive into some rules you possibly didn't know, and probably didn't care about. Don't forget to Candlekeep on listening as Bryan critically fumbles his way through a recount of the classic tal...

Hello and Welcome to JudgeCast. In this episode Bryan and Samma tackle the very serious, multi-faceted issue of which icosahedrons should be your icosahedron of choice when playing MTG Adventures in the Forgotten Realms. And psychological observation becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy in real time.

Events are starting to happen again and the pre-releases keep coming. In this episode Bryan and Samma talk about things to do before and during a Pre-Release to keep your players happy. We also talk about the unique challenges of running a pre-release solo or with a group, as well as what to do when you are a player in the same Pre-Release you are a judge in.

In this supersized episode Bryan and Samma dig deep on the rules and mechanics of several Modern Horizon 2 Cards. If you want to know how Urza's Saga makes various Modern Decks better, go somewhere else. But if you want to know how Urza's Saga works under a Blood Moon, or the difference between creating a token, and having a token enter the battlefield under your control then you have come to the...

In a precursor to the Modern Horizons 2 Release Notes episode, Bryan and Samma go over the returning mechanics in the latest set. All the way from Aftermath to Unearth, we go into more detail than you probably needed to know, all in a quest to make next episode not be 3 hours long.

Join Bryan and Samma as they talk about the hot new mechanic of the past year that wasn't: Modal Double-Faced Cards. You know, those cards that look like Transform cards but aren't, but still make you avoid yellow sleeves. We break down when you can cast or play the different sides, how they work with Cascade and Transform, searching and flicker effects, as well as talk a little about policy aroun...

In this episode Bryan and Samma catch up on whats been happening with Judging during the pandemic, as well as discuss what they have (or haven’t) been doing to stay current.  We also talk about resources that might help you start to get your judge legs back under you. Links L2 and L3 Content has been uploaded at: https://judgeacademy.com/ Shirts and Name Badges https://mtgproshop.com/judge-academy...