Common Sense

Common Sense Sorcery Podcast

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Zac and Phil explore Sorcery The Contested Realm in ways only they can.

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Common Sense

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Jul 1, 2026

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Episodes

The Best Cards from Gothic (So Far) 01.01.2026

www.patreon.com/EternaldurdlesTCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAnhttps://bit.ly/MoxfieldSorceryGothic has been out long enough to stop guessing — and start judging. In this episode, Zac Clark and Phil (ForceofPhil) revisit Sorcery: Contested Realm – Gothic with fresh eyes and real testing behind them, breaking down a Top 10 list of the cards that actually matter. These ar...

The Hidden Skill of Impostor 23.12.2025

www.patreon.com/EternaldurdlesTCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAnhttps://bit.ly/MoxfieldSorceryIn this episode of Sorcery Common Sense, Force of Phil and Zac Clark take a deep dive into one of Sorcery’s strangest and most skill-testing avatars: Impostor. Impostor isn’t about raw power — it’s about timing, pivoting, and knowing what your deck is actually trying to do. The...

Gothic Isn’t Power Creep — It’s Course Correction 16.12.2025

TCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAnhttps://bit.ly/MoxfieldSorceryWith Gothic fully released, Sorcery: Contested Realm is clearly entering its first real era of course correction. In this episode, Zac and Phil break down what Eric’s Curiosa is signaling through:• Gothic card design• Major errata (Druid, Dapril Vampire, lifegain changes)• Deck size changes (40 → 50 → 60)• A...

Landmass + Overflow = ANIMIST POWERHOUSE?! 11.12.2025

www.patreon.com/EternaldurdlesTCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAnhttps://bit.ly/MoxfieldSorceryIn this episode, Zac and Phil crack open Sorcery: Contested Realm – Gothic deckbuilding with a deep dive into Animist, one of the trickiest and most flexible avatars in the new set. Zac walks through his evolving Animist build, shaped around Landmass + Overflow ramp, Return to N...

Ranking All Gothic Avatars by Rectangle Theory 09.12.2025

www.patreon.com/EternaldurdlesTCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAnhttps://bit.ly/MoxfieldSorceryIn this episode of Eternal Durdles, Zac and Phil dive deep into Gothic Avatars and what they mean through the lens of Rectangle Theory. We go avatar-by-avatar, breaking down implicit vs. explicit advantage, evaluating power ceilings, and exploring how each one shapes deckbuildin...

Why Sorcery is different from the rest of the TCG BUBBLE 02.12.2025

www.patreon.com/EternaldurdlesTCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAnIn this episode, Zac and Phil sit down in Rome to answer a question we’ve been getting nonstop:Why Sorcery? Why did we hitch our wagon to Sorcery: Contested Realm instead of Riftbound, Lorcana, Flesh & Blood, Star Wars Unlimited, or the dozens of other TCGs in today’s cardboard renaissance? We share our...

Rectangle Theory: The REAL Avatar Power Rankings in Sorcery 25.11.2025

www.patreon.com/EternaldurdlesTCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAnIn this episode, Phil breaks down Avatar Rectangle Theory — a concept borrowed from Magic: the Gathering Limited — and applies it to Sorcery: Contested Realm to evaluate which avatars actually generate the most value over the course of a game. We go avatar by avatar, analyzing how many “rectangles” (game pie...

The Strongest Gothic Cards Revealed (So Far) 18.11.2025

www.patreon.com/EternaldurdlesTCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAnJoin Zac and Phil as they dive deep into the newest Sorcery: Contested Realm Gothic spoilers! We break down every major card—Ward interactions, new Angels and Demons, Skeleton synergies, site tech, monster payoffs, and all the wild design implications coming with this set. From Archangel Michael and Draconia...

Sorcery: Contested Realm Is Growing Fast — Here’s How You Can Help! 11.11.2025

www.patreon.com/EternaldurdlesTCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAnPhil and Zac dive deep into what it takes to **grow Sorcery: Contested Realm** at the local level — from building community at your LGS to supporting creators who are keeping the game alive. They cover:🔥 Why *one set a year* might be Sorcery’s secret weapon🧠 The chess-like depth that keeps the format fresh...

Unlocking the Power of Collection in Sorcery 06.11.2025

www.patreon.com/EternaldurdlesTCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAnZac Clark and ForceofPhil delve into the strategic implications of the collection in the card game Sorcery. They discuss how the collection can define gameplay, the importance of deck building, and the nuances of utilizing exceptional sites. The conversation highlights the flexibility and utility of various...

What Happens When You PLAY The "Best Deck"? 04.11.2025

www.patreon.com/EternaldurdlesTCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAn

Sorcery TCG at SCGCON Baltimore: What You Missed 30.10.2025

Zac and Phil recap Sorcery: Contested Realm’s SCG Con Baltimore event , where both Eternal Durdles hosts walked away with prizes, promos, and a deeper love for the game. Phil finished 12th overall in his first-ever event , piloting an Archimago deck Zac handed him just weeks before — and the stories from that run are incredible. They break down: 🔥 What it’s like entering your first Sorcery event...

Seeing Red: Sorcery Crossroads Champion Julian 28.10.2025

www.patreon.com/Eternaldurdles TCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAn In this episode, Zac Clark sits down with Baltimore Crossroads Champion Julian to break down his Mono-Fire Druid deck — the list that took down 128 players to claim the title at the largest Crossroads event yet! Julian shares how his deck, “Seeing Red,” evolved from frustration into a fiery, hyper-aggressi...

Druid MIDRANGE Dominance: Analyzing SCGCon Houston Results 22.10.2025

Zac Clark and ForceofPhil discuss the recent SCGCon Houston event, focusing on the winning decks and the evolving metagame. They analyze various Druid decks, including mid-range strategies and the impact of different avatars like Avatar of Air. The discussion also covers the dynamics between aggro and control decks, the significance of fire as a color in deck building, and the overall trends in th...

Exploring the Pathfinder Deck 16.10.2025

www.patreon.com/EternaldurdlesTCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAnIn this conversation, Zac Clark and ForceofPhil delve into a unique deck featuring Pathfinder, exploring its mechanics, strategies, and card interactions. They discuss the innovative approach of sight destruction, the importance of movement, and the various minions and spells that enhance gameplay. The duo a...

Unleashing the Steam Druid Deck 14.10.2025

www.patreon.com/EternaldurdlesTCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAnIn this conversation, Zac Clark and ForceofPhil delve into the Steam Druid deck, a highly aggressive archetype that recently secured a second-place finish at the European Crossroads event. They explore the key cards, strategies, and synergies that make this deck effective, emphasizing the importance of posit...

GOTHIC RELEASE DATE CONFIRMED!!! Live Reaction to the Spoilers! 01.10.2025

www.patreon.com/EternaldurdlesTCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAnPhil and Zac dive into the brand-new Sorcery TCG Player Drop reveal and react live to a massive wave of spoilers! From wild new mechanics to absurd flavor moments, this set is packed with surprises — and we’re breaking it all down in real time. Expect hype, confusion, a little chaos, and a lot of laughs as w...

Sorcery's Deathspeaker Deck Explained for Beginners! 30.09.2025

Zac Clark and ForceofPhil delve into the intricacies of the Death Speaker avatar in a card game, discussing its unique mechanics, deck strategies, key cards, and synergies. They explore how the deck can pivot between aggressive and control strategies, the importance of specific minions and artifacts, and the various win conditions available. The conversation highlights the depth of gameplay and th...

Insider Tips to Maximize Your SCGCon Baltimore Experience 25.09.2025

www.patreon.com/EternaldurdlesZac Clark and ForceofPhil discuss the upcoming SCGCon in Baltimore, focusing on what new players can expect from the event, particularly the Crossroads event for the game Sorcery. They cover topics such as the metagame, tournament preparation, gameplay mechanics, and the importance of community engagement. The conversation emphasizes the need for players to be prepare...

Archimago For Dummies 23.09.2025

https://www.patreon.com/c/EternalDurdlesIn this episode of the Common Sense Podcast, Zac Clark and ForceofPhil delve into the intricacies of Sorcery: The Contested Realm, focusing on deck strategies, particularly the Archimago value deck. They explore the mechanics of the game, the importance of thresholds, and the roles of various cards, including minions and spells. The conversation emphasizes t...

The CARDS you should BUY instead of Dragonlord 19.09.2025

www.patreon.com/EternaldurdlesZac Clark discusses the scarcity of the Dragonlord Mini Expansion and the resulting FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) among collectors and players. He emphasizes that while the Dragonlord may seem impossible to find, it is available on secondary markets at a reasonable price. Zac also provides strategic recommendations for alternative cards that players should consider purch...

Sorcery's Enchantress Deck Explained for Beginners! 18.09.2025

https://www.patreon.com/c/EternalDurdlesIn this conversation, Zac Clark provides an in-depth analysis of his 10 in 1 Enchantress deck, explaining the mechanics of auras, key cards, and strategies for maximizing card advantage and control. The discussion covers the roles of various auras, artifacts, and minions, as well as the importance of mana generation and spellcasting in executing the deck&#39...

Why You Should Play Sorcery: the Contested Realm 17.09.2025

www.patreon.com/eternaldurdles In this episode of the Common Sense Sorcery podcast, hosts Zac Clark and ForceofPhil discuss the card game Sorcery, exploring its gameplay mechanics, design, and the reasons why players should consider playing it. They delve into the game's unique features, such as its organized play structure and the ease of collecting cards, while also sharing personal experien...

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