My Mythical Meta

In this episode of My Mythical Meta, the hosts explore the new card game 'Wonders of the First,' discussing its gameplay mechanics, strategic depth, and deck-building potential. They share their experiences transitioning from Magic: The Gathering to this new game, highlighting both the positive aspects and critiques, including the challenges of learning new vocabulary and the limited avail...

In this episode, Travis and Benjamin discuss the challenges of maintaining friendships within gaming groups, particularly when interests diverge. They provide insights on how to communicate effectively with friends who may feel left out, suggest strategies for inclusion, and explore various gaming options beyond Magic: The Gathering. The conversation also introduces a new deck challenge and emphas...

In this episode of My Mythical Meta, the hosts delve into the intricacies of Group Hug decks in Commander. They discuss essential deck-building strategies, explore various commanders that embody the Group Hug archetype, and highlight the importance of political maneuvers in gameplay. The conversation also touches on the role of black in Group Hug strategies, introduces new commanders, and emphasiz...

In this episode, the hosts explore the Group Hug archetype in Magic the Gathering, particularly in Commander. They discuss its definition, the political dynamics involved, and the pros and cons of playing such a deck. The conversation highlights the importance of strategy, resource management, and the social aspects of gameplay, while also addressing the challenges and potential pitfalls of Group...

In this episode of My Mythical Meta podcast, Travis and Benjamin discuss the issue of pub stomping in local game stores, exploring its negative impact on the MTG gaming community and the experiences of new players. They emphasize the importance of balanced gameplay and the need for established players to create a welcoming environment for newcomers. The discussion includes strategies for addressin...

In this episode, Travis discusses his Spellslinger deck centered around Lord of the Nazgul, exploring its mechanics, strategies, and card synergies. The conversation delves into deck building categories such as lands, ramp, card draw, protection, and interaction, while also highlighting the importance of synergy and win conditions. The hosts engage in a lively discussion about the intricacies of c...

In this episode, the hosts delve into the Spellslinger archetype in Magic: The Gathering, discussing essential strategies, beginner commanders, synergistic lands, and ramp cards that enhance gameplay. They provide insights for both new and experienced players. They highlight essential spells for drawing cards, unique interaction mechanics, and the significance of recursion in maintaining deck velo...

In this episode, the hosts delve into the Spellslinger archetype in Magic: The Gathering, discussing its goals, strategies for building effective decks, and the pros and cons of this playstyle. They emphasize the importance of card draw, versatility, and the need for multiple win conditions while also exploring the political aspects of counterspelling in multiplayer games. The conversation wraps u...

In this episode of My Mythical Meta, Benjamin and Derek explore the process of building a new Sultai deck centered around the commander Teval, the Balanced Scale. They discuss the deck's strategy, focusing on landfall mechanics, utilizing the graveyard for lands, and generating value through card draw and recursion. The hosts also touch on interaction strategies and the importance of protectin...

In this episode of My Mythical Meta, the hosts introduce a new series where they explore other card games, starting with Disney's Lorcana. They share their experiences learning the game, comparing its mechanics to Magic: The Gathering, and discussing the ease of play, especially in multiplayer settings. The hosts express their enjoyment of the game, the emotional connection to Disney characters, a...

In this episode of My Mythical Meta, hosts Travis and Benjamin discuss the recent Commander Banned and Restricted announcement by Wizards of the Coast. They delve into the unbanned cards, their potential impact on gameplay, and the community's reactions. The conversation also covers the implications of game changer cards, the debate surrounding certain banned cards, and the overall expectation...

In this episode of My Mythical Meta, the hosts delve into the Reanimator archetype in Magic the Gathering, discussing various commanders, strategies, and key cards that enhance the gameplay experience. They explore beginner-friendly commanders like Muldrotha, Meren, and Chainer, as well as delve into the effectiveness of Zombie tribal decks and red options for reanimating artifacts. Personal exper...

In this episode of My Mythical Meta, hosts Travis, Benjamin, and Derek delve into the Reanimator archetype in Magic the Gathering. They explore the strategies, strengths, and weaknesses of Reanimator decks, emphasizing the importance of mana advantage and graveyard manipulation. The conversation covers various methods to fill the graveyard, the pros and cons of the archetype, and effective strateg...

In this episode, the hosts delve into the Voltron strategy within Magic the Gathering, focusing on essential lands, ramp strategies, card draw techniques, and interaction/removal options. They discuss various cards that enhance the Voltron archetype, emphasizing the importance of synergy and deck building strategies that cater to this playstyle. The conversation is rich with insights on how to opt...

In this episode, Travis and Benjamin dive deep into the mechanics and strategies behind the Grismold the Dreadsower deck. They explore the unique gameplay style of Grismold, emphasizing its ability to generate tokens and utilize them effectively. The conversation covers essential deck-building categories such as ramp, card draw, removal, and enchantments, while also discussing the importance of in...

In this episode, the hosts introduce the concept of Voltron decks in Magic: The Gathering, focusing on the strategy of building a powerful single creature to defeat opponents. They discuss the strengths and weaknesses of Voltron strategies, essential keywords for success, and the importance of power and evasion in gameplay. The conversation emphasizes the fun and excitement of creating a formidabl...

In this episode of My Mythical Meta, the crew discusses and debunks common myths surrounding Dungeons and Dragons and role-playing games. They emphasize the importance of collaboration, the role of the DM, and the flexibility of rules to enhance the gaming experience. The conversation also touches on game balance, the effectiveness of martial classes versus spellcasters, and the misconceptions abo...

In this episode, Benjamin and Travis delve into the intricacies of a Commander deck featuring Sisay Weatherlight Captain and Winota, Joiner of Forces. They explore the deck's strategies, including ramp, card draw, removal, and the importance of token generation. The conversation highlights the synergy between various cards, the significance of bouncing creatures for additional triggers, and th...

The My Mythical Meta crew present their third session of Martian Colony, an original sci-fi mecha RPG designed by El Dorado Gaming and inspired by Gundam. Svetlana and Kai bring Zach and his monstrous mech back to the XTRA base, where they are debriefed and interrogated. With a tenuous alliance, the trio are sent on their first mission together, attacking a New AGE convoy guarded by five enemy mec...

In this episode, the hosts discuss essential tips for leveling up RPG skills, focusing on new players. They emphasize the importance of knowing your character, engaging with the game world, and making decisions that enhance the fun for everyone involved. The conversation covers how to interact with other players and the DM, the significance of being attentive during gameplay, and the value of shar...

In this episode of My Mythical Meta, the hosts discuss the newly introduced Commander Bracket System by Wizards of the Coast, aimed at standardizing power levels in Magic the Gathering Commander games. They explore the implications of the system, including the concept of Game Changer cards, the classification of decks into various brackets, and the potential flaws in the system. The conversation a...

The gang dives deep into a unique Magic the Gathering deck-building challenge where they get to pair any background with any legendary creature. They discuss how new colors and backgrounds alter their deck strategies and reveal some wild card interactions and synergies that arise from these experimental builds. The team also emphasizes how these challenges keep their games fresh, fun, and ultimate...

In this episode of My Mythical Meta, the crew reflects on their gaming and personal goals from 2024, sharing successes and failures. They discuss their experiences with various games, health challenges, and personal achievements, while also setting ambitious goals for 2025. The conversation highlights the importance of writing down goals, the impact of competitive gaming, and the enriching experie...

In this episode, Travis, Derek, and Randy reflect on their past Magic the Gathering deck techs, focusing on the unique synergies and strategies behind notable commanders like Elenda the Dusk Rose, Go-Shintai of Life's Origin, and a Dragon's Approach deck. They discuss the importance of card interactions, the excitement of building around specific themes, and the joy of discovering hidden g...

In this episode of My Mythical Meta, the crew reflects on their favorite gaming experiences from 2024, discussing board games, card games, and video games. They share insights on new games they've discovered, their favorite movies and TV shows, and personal gaming adventures. In this engaging conversation, the hosts delve into the significance of strong television pilots, share their favorite bing...