Cardboard and Beyond

Colin Eriksen has been the talk of the AGE Open Series since he began competing in 2024, and was swiftly scooped up by the AGE Pro Team shortly after their formation. He recently, however, has become the Flesh and Blood US National Champion which meant that it was about time for Bryce to get a teammate on the show. Colin tells all about his passion for the game, the difficult uncertainty of being...

Evan Herndon has just crossed a HUGE item off his bucket list. As of the completion of PT Yokohama, Evan is a Pro Tour Champion. This was his goal at the outset of his Flesh and Blood career and we're all wondering what he's going to do next (spoiler alert: it isn't Disneyland). In this episode, Bryce tries to uncover what has led to Evan's success and where his forward momentum wi...

Simon Nielsen is one of the most renowned players in card games. Right now, his laurels mainly reside in Magic: The Gathering, but that hasn't stopped him from making a meaningful mark on Flesh and Blood. Simon is one of the founding members (and first captain) of what is now known as Team Super Armory. All members of the super team have commended Simon for his leadership during their first se...

Pablo Pintor has accumulated increasingly impressive results in Flesh and Blood since he won the first ever Pro Tour in 2022. He's anything but a one-hit wonder. Most recently, he found himself in the finals at Calling: Toulouse piloting Arakni, Huntsman of all things. Nevertheless, Pablo remains one of the most humble and approachable people in the game. Even though he's well known in our...

Hayden Dale has been the voice inside our heads for four years (and counting!). He has given so much of himself to the game he loves and is far from done. He is known for his competitive prowess and as a member of the two-man podcast: Arsenal Pass. In this episode, Hayden and Bryce discuss long, LONG term relationships, fashion trends, how to keep your relationships to your hobbies healthy, dancin...

Majin Bae is near and dear to every Flesh and Blood fan (wizard enjoyer or otherwise) and he has been on a train of resounding success so the name not only inspires love, but also commands respect. Despite his prowess, he remains one of the most humble and approachable people in the game. In this episode, Bryce and Caleb unearth the "why" of what Caleb does, the people that support and encourage h...

It's been a while, but Bryce is back on his podcast beat. This episode, he looked to Jacob Clements (one of FAB's 2025 All-Stars and member of Team Super Armory) to weigh in on the addition of LL into the '25 World Championships. Besides his deep knowledge and love of FAB, there's a lot to love about Jacob. He's got a self-deprecating humor about him, he's got opinions about pretty much everything...

In this episode of Cardboard and Beyond, we gab with Rebecca Stoddard, the de facto queen of Flesh and Blood cosplay. In the “real” world, Rebecca works in banking. Despite having little love for her job, she recognizes it as the thing that facilitates what she really cares about: seeing the world, her hobbies, and the profoundly meaningful relationships she’s found along the way. Rachel also talk...

In this episode of Cardboard and Beyond, we sit down with Joshua Scott, the Rules and Policy Manager at Legend Story Studios. With a background in computer science, a strategic mind sharpened by the game of Go, and a love for street art, Joshua brings a unique lens to the world of Flesh and Blood. We explore his journey into games, his carefully curated “boring” social media presence, and how all...

In the debut episode of Cardboard and Beyond, we sit down with Yuki Lee Bender—an accomplished Flesh and Blood player, dedicated teacher, and lover of all things snowy. We explore her path into card games, how skiing helps her reset, and the analytical mindset she brings to deckbuilding. Bryce and Yuki explore how curiosity, preparation, and discipline allow her to succeed where others are so unco...

Mitch “UberShouts” Leslie is a legend in Esports casting, with over a decade of experience across top-tier titles and a Play-by-Play Caster of the Year award in 2023. But beyond the mic, he’s a passionate TCG fan, a dedicated father, and a deep thinker on everything from personal growth to the evolution of esports. In this episode, we dive into his journey—from the highs of Overwatch League to the...

How do you teach Flesh and Blood in a way that actually sticks and feels inviting? Liv from Tea & TCG has built a space where lore, learning, and community come together over baked goods and good vibes. We talk about what makes a great teacher, how to welcome new players, and why casual play matters more than ever. Thoughtful, cozy, and full of great insight, this conversation shows how you gr...