The Herald's Horn

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn Buy a cute hat at Stitcher's Supply: https://stitcherssupply.com/ Cal & Dan go crazy talking about all of those dang bans that came down the pipeline... a week ago. We've also got a Regional Championsbip, three new secret lairs, and more! Cal's podcast about retro video games, Shine Get: https://linkt...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn Pixels with Power Kickstarter!: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/playingwithpowermtg/pixels-with-power-playmats-and-more-from-playing-with-power?ref=a4zynk Cal & Emma talk about Powered Cube on Arena for 3 hours. Just kidding! Commander Update, Spotlight Series: Spider-Man & more are all on the do...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn Cal & Dan chat it up about Masters & Remastered sets being dead, their favorite decks from Pro Tour Edge of Eternities, and all seven sets from 2026. I'm gonna be sick. Get your Rhystic Studies Shirt & other fun merch on Stitcher's Supply: https://stitcherssupply.com/ This episode is sponsored by Card...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn Cal & Emma chat it up about MagicCon Atlanta, Spider-Man secret lairs (again), and the Modern Pro Tour - featuring Edge of Eternities! What else could we possibly need to talk about? This episode is sponsored by Card Conduit. Use code HORN to get 5% off fees while getting the best buylist prices for y...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn Cal, Dan & Emma discuss a reinforcement of the banned and restricted philosophy, the best format that Isn't Commander, the upcoming Marvel's Spiderman set & Through the Omenpaths! Cal's podcast about retro video games, Level Up: https://linktr.ee/leveluppod_ Follow us: https://bsky.app/profile/heralds...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn Cal & Emma discuss the retirement (at least, temporary retirement) of iconic Magic Artist John Avon and also speculate on how well the prize of an upcoming Spotlight Series will be used. Of course, we have the Product Watch to discuss Final Fantasy & some sick new Secret Lairs as well. IndyStar - "Gen...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn Ryan started Playing with Power to spread the good word of Competitive EDH. The channel exploded out of the gate - gaining 10,000 subs almost overnight. Surely, we're headed to the promised land of 100,000 subscribers in no time right??? hahaha. Lets talk about the highs, the lows, and the six year lo...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn Cal, Emma, & Dan talk all things Final Fantasy for nearly a half hour on this one. Did you know its the best selling MTG set of all time before release? How crazy is that? Also - a Canlander points update & Cal opining about dragon control decks in standard. Cal's podcast about retro video games, Leve...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn Tom Marks, executive reviews editor for IGN, has a lot of thoughts of Through the Omenpaths, the new plan to get select Universes Beyond sets onto Magic Arena & Magic: the Gathering Online. Let's just get into it. Follow Tom: https://bsky.app/profile/tomrmarks.bsky.social Herald's Horn Substack: https...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn Cal, Emma, & Dan get into the NITTY GRITTY of the news for the week. Sick EDH changes lead the charge, but we also spend a good amount of time discussing Through the Omenpaths and also a Modern 20k! Herald's Horn Substack: https://heraldshorn.substack.com/ Cal's podcast about retro video games, Level...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On this episode, Cal & Dan discuss the results of Spotlight Series: Dragons, Birds of Paradise returning to MagicCons in a new exciting space, and also we talk about the upcoming Commander changes for a half hour. Let's get into it! Herald's Horn Substack: https://heraldshorn.substack.com/ Cal's podca...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn Vorthos Month continues with Magic: The Gathering Story Lead Roy Graham. It's not just the written story though - there's a lot more that goes on behind the scene to create a cohesive storytelling experience for all players! Follow Jay: https://bsky.app/profile/vorthosjay.bsky.social Herald's Horn Sub...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On this episode, Dan, Emma, & Cal discuss the upcoming Spotlight Series Denver & the resulting return of Sealed & Draft to the big stage! We're excited about the focus on two premier players, LSV & Reid Duke! Also, Tarkir has printing problems & Dan & Emma know what cards they would write a book about...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn Vorthos Month continues with Magic Loremaster Jay Annelli! We discuss continuity editing the behemoth that is MTG story, his own freelance work writing Magic books, the highs and lows within, and plenty more. Follow Jay: https://bsky.app/profile/vorthosjay.bsky.social Herald's Horn Substack: https://h...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On this episode, Cal & Emma go wild, talking nearly an hour about the latest bans and unbans and some of their own experiences with cool stuff. Also - a Deadpool Secret Lair. What? Herald's Horn Substack: https://heraldshorn.substack.com/ Cal's podcast about retro video games, Level Up: https://linktr...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn We kick off the first ever Herald's Horn theme month (Vorthos Month) with Cary Thomas! The prolific Magic archivist (amongst many other things) has Opinions on why it's so hard to get into Magic story & what we can do to help. Heck, they even have a few different places that you can start! Follow Cary...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On this episode, Cal, Dan & Emma discuss yet another round of Secret Lair issues, Arena events, new Tarkir cards, and also do our first ever set retrospective for Aetherdrift. General vibes, our favorite cards, our least favorite cards, and our top art are all up for discussion. Let's get into it! The...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On the 40th interview for the Herald's Horn, Cal is joined by his good friend (and new Magic player) Gabe Pyle! Gabe is an industrial design professor, in addition to other things, which gives him some interesting insights and reflections on his new player experience and that of others. Cal wanted to...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn Cal rides alone for Episode 40 of the Herald's Horn! On this one, he's discusses the remaining SCGcon schedule for 2025, Tarkir: Dragonstorm previews, Tarkir's Story, the weird cat vs. dog Secret Lair drop, & what Magic card he would write a book about. Herald's Horn Substack: https://heraldshorn.subs...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn  On the 39th (not 40th, holy L) interview of the Herald's Horn, Cal is joined by Matt Sperling to discuss how the pros prepare for the Pro Tour. Also covered: Judging Discourse, pro team dynamics, how to keep your head up when stuck, common misconceptions about Pro play, and more!  Follow Matt: https:...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On this episode, Cal & Emma discuss the results of Regional Championship Charlotte - and Emma talks about her experience at the event as well. Spongebob is here, what's up with that? Of course, we are gonna talk about Final Fantasy as well! Herald's Horn Substack: https://heraldshorn.substack.com/ Cal...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On the 38th interview for the Herald's Horn, Cal is by David (also known as MyHandsAreBlank) & Jacob Paris to discuss the D00-DL-Off panels & D00-DL Showdowns they've put together at MagicCons! What goes into it? Where did the idea come from? What's the goal? All that & more. Follow David: https://bsk...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On this episode, Cal & Dan sure do talk about money a lot. Universes Beyond boosters, while Standard legal, will have a higher price point. What's up with that? Also, we answer a Letter to the Editor, Arena Direct winners get a big tax bill, Spider-Man is hear already, & Dan is excited about Vintage c...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn Sorry about Cal's bad audio on this one. Geesh. On the 37th interview for the Herald's Horn, Cal is joined by Cas, also known as Strix! We start talking about fast mana in Commander before pivoting to a larger discussion on the Bracket and Gamechanger system. Of course, we have to talk about the pros...

Support the show, join the community & get exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/heraldshorn On this episode, Cal & Dan chop it up about Pro Tour Chicago, a new Magic wiki & also a massive, and at the same time very small, errata update. Of course, there's also the Product Watch, featuring Tarkir: Dragonstorm, Final Fantasy, & Avatar the Last Airbender, and we have the return of Letter to the...