EDHRECast

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EDHRECast is your resource for the most popular Magic: The Gathering gameplay format - Elder Dragon Highlander (EDH); widely known as Commander. Made by the community for the community, EDHRECast is hosted by three well-seasoned MTG players, Joey Schultz, Matt Morgan, and Dana Roach. Each week they dive into the latest news and changes to the Commander format and breakdown the meta so that you can play your deck with confidence. Building off the articles found at EDHREC.com the team is here to use data-driven recommendations and analysis to help you make each and every one of your cards work f...

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The Most OVERRATED Commander Cards of 2024 | EDHRECast 344 06.12.2024 51:33

Do these cards deserve their top spots? Which cards were way overhyped this year? Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/edhrecast Wanna trade cards? Check out Cardsphere! cardsphere.com/?referrer=edhrecast Want to see the decks we play? Check them out here: https://edhrec.com/articles...

Support Cards: The True Commander All-Stars | EDHRECast 343 29.11.2024 46:32

They may not look impressive, but these are probably the most important cards in your deck. Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/edhrecast Want to see the decks we play? Check them out here: https://edhrec.com/articles/edhrecast-our-decks/ Follow the cast on socials: @EDHRECast @Jo...

Commander Love Languages & Personalities | EDHRECast 342 22.11.2024 45:41

Discovering your MTG personality and finding common ground with other players. Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/edhrecast Want to see the decks we play? Check them out here: https://edhrec.com/articles/edhrecast-our-decks/ Follow the cast on socials: @EDHRECast @JosephMSchultz...

What's the Set of the Year? Best Sets of 2024 | EDHRECast 341 15.11.2024 58:00

Magic Foundations? Bloomburrow? Thunder Junction? Duskmourn? Something else? This week we're going through 2024 to decide once and for all which set wins the title of "Set of the Year"! Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/edhrecast Want to see the decks we play? Check them out here:...

The State of Magic & The Future of Commander | EDHRECast 340 08.11.2024 51:51

A discussion on Magic's direction in 2025 & beyond. Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/edhrecast Want to see the decks we play? Check them out here: https://edhrec.com/articles/edhrecast-our-decks/ Follow the cast on socials: @EDHRECast @JosephMSchultz @danaroach @mathimus55...

Brackets: What Power Level Systems Should & Shouldn't Do | EDHRECast 339 01.11.2024 1:00:29

Going over the pros & cons of WotC's proposed "Brackets" system, and discussing the merits of various alternatives Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/edhrecast Want to see the decks we play? Check them out here: https://edhrec.com/articles/edhrecast-our-decks/ Follow the cast...

"Helen Mirren" Cards (Cards That Aged Gracefully) | EDHRECast 338 25.10.2024 54:59

These cards remain powerhouse performers, even as the Commander format has changed over the years. Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/edhrecast Want to see the decks we play? Check them out here: https://edhrec.com/articles/edhrecast-our-decks/ Follow the cast on socials: @EDHREC...

Reevaluating the Commander Banned List | EDHRECast 337 18.10.2024 1:09:25

If Wizards is reconsidering the banned list, then we will too! What changes might they make now that the format has new leadership? Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/edhrecast Want to see the decks we play? Check them out here: https://edhrec.com/articles/edhrecast-our-decks/ Fo...

Joey's Guide to Graveyards | EDHRECast 336 11.10.2024 54:00

Joey digs up his favorite tips & warnings for aspiring necromancers! Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/edhrecast Want to see the decks we play? Check them out here: https://edhrec.com/articles/edhrecast-our-decks/ Follow the cast on socials: @EDHRECast @JosephMSchultz...

Wizards Takes Over the Commander Format | EDHREC Room 04.10.2024 38:08

The end of an era. Also, brackets. Commander's Herald coverage by Nick Wolf: https://commandersherald.com/gavin-verhey-and-aaron-forsythe-on-commanders-future/ https://commandersherald.com/commander-rules-committee-dissolves/ WotC "On the Future of Commander" article: https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/on-the-future-of-commander Sept 23rd ban announcement here: https:...

How Dana Builds Hipster Commander Decks | EDHRECast 335 27.09.2024 56:03

Dana discusses his experience building super-strict EDH decks. Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/edhrecast Want to see the decks we play? Check them out here: https://edhrec.com/articles/edhrecast-our-decks/ Follow the cast on socials: @EDHRECast @JosephMSchultz @danaroach @math...

These Four Cards Just Got Banned in EDH | EDHREC Room 24.09.2024 31:40

Dockside Extortionist, Mana Crypt, Jeweled Lotus, and Nadu just bit the dust. Ban announcement here: https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/commander-banned-and-restricted-announcement-september-23-2024 Nadu, Bans, & Rule 0 video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YuyDpKM_tug Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support th...

The Saltiest Cards in Commander (2024 Edition) | EDHRECast 334 20.09.2024 51:38

Check out the NEW Salt Scores at edhrec.com/salt Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/edhrecast Want to see the decks we play? Check them out here: https://edhrec.com/articles/edhrecast-our-decks/ Follow the cast on socials: @EDHRECast @JosephMSchultz @danaroach @mathimus55 Level...

How Matt Brews Aggro Decks | EDHRECast 333 13.09.2024 51:43

Matt shares his EDH history & tips for building combat decks (even when you're not playing aggro colors!) Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/edhrecast Want to see the decks we play? Check them out here: https://edhrec.com/articles/edhrecast-our-decks/ Follow the cast on socia...

Using Categories to Improve Deckbuilding | EDHRECast 332 06.09.2024 51:52

Is this ramp, or card draw? Is this removal, or a win con? A closer look at how we sort our deck could unlock some important EDH lessons! Sorting Video: https://youtu.be/QkOdAjF6VHQ EDHREC Upgrade: https://youtu.be/VsKH0Yz21Zc Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/edhrecast Want to...

BE PREPARED! Things to Expect in EDH | EDHRECast 331 30.08.2024 1:07:47

What kinds of effects do you anticipate seeing in Commander games? How do you prep your deck for those things? What kinds of cards do you choose NOT to prepare for? Let's discuss! Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/edhrecast Want to see the decks we play? Check them out here: htt...

The Precon Pendulum | EDHRECast 330 23.08.2024 52:57

Preconstructed Commander decks have changed a LOT over the years. Have all those changes been for the best? Special thanks to our listeners for suggesting this topic! Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/edhrecast Want to see the decks we play? Check them out here: https://edhrec.c...

The Pet Card Problem | EDHRECast 329 16.08.2024 55:57

Commander is the best format for playing silly pet cards... so why is it so hard to find room for them? Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/edhrecast Want to see the decks we play? Check them out here: https://edhrec.com/articles/edhrecast-our-decks/ Follow the cast on socials: @E...

FOMO and the Pressure to Upgrade Decks | EDHRECast 328 09.08.2024 55:15

Confronting the fear of missing out on Magic sets and examining why that fear is so difficult to dismantle. Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/edhrecast Want to see the decks we play? Check them out here: https://edhrec.com/articles/edhrecast-our-decks/ Follow the cast on socials...

So You Changed Your Deck... Now What? | EDHRECast 327 02.08.2024 51:20

Exploring the aftermath of switching a commander, or even a few cards in the 99! Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/edhrecast Want to see the decks we play? Check them out here: https://edhrec.com/articles/edhrecast-our-decks/ Follow the cast on socials: @EDHRECast @JosephMSchult...

What ACTUALLY Makes a Deck "BETTER"? | EDHRECast 326 26.07.2024 52:58

There are 3 different ways a deck can improve... but sometimes they clash with each other! Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/edhrecast Want to see the decks we play? Check them out here: https://edhrec.com/articles/edhrecast-our-decks/ Follow the cast on socials: @EDHRECast @Jos...

Why Deckbuilding is So Much Harder Now | EDHRECast 325 19.07.2024 52:56

To add in great cards, you must CUT great cards! Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/edhrecast Want to see the decks we play? Check them out here: https://edhrec.com/articles/edhrecast-our-decks/ Follow the cast on socials: @EDHRECast @JosephMSchultz @danaroach @mathimus55 This ep...

Hidden Weaknesses (What You're NOT Hiding) | EDHRECast 324 12.07.2024 48:05

What information is your commander giving away, and how can that affect your Commander games? Check out the Legendary Creature Podcast: https://legendarycreaturepocast.libsyn.com/lightning-rods-in-the-zone-with-joey-of-edhrecast Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/edhrecast Want...

The Pettiest Cards in Commander ft. One More Mana | EDHRECast 323 05.07.2024 57:41

Ced from One More Mana joins us to discuss EDH's pettiest cards! Check out One More Mana: https://www.youtube.com/c/OneMoreMana & https://x.com/ManaSquad Enter the Archidekt Deckbuilding competition for a chance to win $250 on Cardsphere.com ! https://x.com/archidekt/status/1808555834441416931 Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and...

How Many is TOO Many? Backup Plans vs Redundancy | EDHRECast 322 28.06.2024 53:39

Is it plan B, or is it a dead card in hand? Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/edhrecast Want to see the decks we play? Check them out here: https://edhrec.com/articles/edhrecast-our-decks/ Check out Lenny's Power Sink series: https://edhrec.com/articles/grand-arbiter-augustin-i...