The Inkwell Lounge

In today's episode I sat down for a chat with well-known Lorcana content creators, competitive players, and all around amazing folks, Patrick and Monica (otherwise known as the LorcanaDuo). We talked all about how they got to this point in their Lorcana journey, documenting their life through their content, and - of course - Monica's amazing run at the DLC Milwaukee making it into the Top...

In today's episode, I talked with Kole (otherwise known as QuestWithKole) a fellow content creator, competitive Lorcana player, and DLC Milwaukee attendee. We talk about our own experiences at the event, some of the pain points we saw, and throw out some recommendations for how to make future events even better. You can find Kole at: - Twitter/X: https://x.com/questwithkole - Instagram: https://ww...

Welcome back to LorcanaChats! In today’s episode I’m joined by Lorcana competitive player, budding content creator, and clinical psychologist Josh otherwise knows as Dr Lore. He and I focus on something that’s pretty common in any kind of competitive community, including TCGs: burnout. We had a great conversation about what burnout is, what can lead to it, and some tips on how to cope and how to m...

In this episode I chatted with Garrick, a well-known community member, caster, and content creator. We talked about his extensive background with TCGs, his non-stop content creation work, and even some tips from his 10+ years of making content for those either wanting to get into content creation or wanting to level of up their game. Sound right up your alley? Well, let's get to it! You can find G...

Welcome back to another episode of LorcanaChats! In this episode I talked with content creator in his own right and the other half of the ZeroGains podcast: ZeroTheHero. We sat down for a chat to talk all about his history (well, with the game), some about his own content creation journey, and some of his thoughts on recent things like rotation, DLC and CCQ announcements, as well some of the thing...

In this episode, I talked with French Lorcana community member and budding content creator Bérénice. She and I talked some about her first steps with Lorcana as a player new to TCGs, some about the game’s future and mostly about the non-profit organization she helped start that helps provide a place for her local community to enjoy this game we all love. You can find Bérénice at:- Instagram: https...

In this week’s episode, I took some time to sit down with another long-time content creator who has been there since the First Chapter days doing interviews, building decks, and vlogging - AladdinsCastle. We spent some time chatting about his background with multiple TCGs, his channel, the importance of setting good goals, and some of his own opinions on the upcoming Fabled set. Sound interesting?...

In this episode, I’m joined by the two hosts of a relatively new channel on the scene: Courtney and Bri from “Enchanted Chatter”. We talk some about why they started their channel, the importance of having and keeping a good community around you, and even a dash of Fabled near the end. You can find Enchanted Chatter at:- Twitter/X: https://x.com/enchantedchat23- Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/e...

In this episode I’m joined by Daniel, half of the @LorcanaFanatics to take a look back at the Worlds watch party community event he helped to organize, “Enchanted Moments”. Come listen in as we talk about that event and some of his ideas about what makes for a good Lorcana event and his suggestions for the future, both on the community and organized play sides. You can find Daniel (and Lily) at:-...

Welcome back to LorcanaChats! In today’s episode I’m joined by content creator, community member, competitive player and coach, Alvin - otherwise known as LoreGainz. In this episode we talk about his early days with TCG (Pokemon, Yug-i-oh, One Piece), how he came to Lorcana, his content creation journey, his new podcast with ZeroTheHero, and much more. You can find LoreGainz at:- 🧠 1:1 Coaching:...

Welcome to LorcanaChats! In today’s episode, I sat down for a chat with Colorislaw - a fellow content creator and up-and-coming caster in the Lorcana community. Come listen in as she and I talk about her experiences creating her “Allies on the Other Side” multiplayer game play video series (that’s a mouthful!), her experience casting at lots of events, and the current state of things in the commun...

Welcome to LorcanaChats! In this episode I spent some time getting to know Jei, otherwise known as the Lore Whisperer. In this episode we spend some time talking about her and her content that she started making way back when everyone was searching everywhere for First Chapter cards. We also talk some about her recent rebranding, the importance of planning, and even mention a certain once in a mil...

Welcome to LorcanaChats! and in this episode I sat down with one of the more prolific judges in the Lorcana community, Phil, or as he’s more widely known, Judge Phil. He and I talk some about his history with other TCGs (including judging for them), some of his experiences in the Lorcana community at multiple DLCs and even the North America Championships, and one of the hot topics in the community...

Welcome to LorcanaChats! In this episode, I’m sharing my conversation I had with Katie, otherwise known as LadyLore20. She and I talk all about the card alters she creates, her content creation with the Ladies of Lorcana series, and her more recent foray into commentating at Lorcana tournaments. You can find Katie at:- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LadyLore20- Website: https://ladylore20.com-...

Welcome to LorcanaChats! In this episode, I'm joined by Preston and Dylan, the hosts of a podcast that's relatively new to the scene: The Ink Table. Come listen in as I talk about how they got started with Lorcana, their budding podcast, and the future of the game with Reign of Jafar quickly approaching on the horizon. You can find The Ink Table at:- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheInkTablePo...

Welcome to LorcanaChats! In this episode, I talk with Kole McKinley (QuestWithKole), a competitive Lorcana player, all about gameplay, strategy, dealing with loss, the local scene in New York, and - of course - Reign of Jafar. You can find Kole at:- Twitter/X: https://x.com/questwithkole- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/questwithkole/- Mel.ee: https://melee.gg/Profile/Index/QuestwithKole#comm...

Welcome to LorcanaChats! In this episode, we’re back again with Sarah (LorcanaLibrarian) Sierra (@LoreIllumineer), @Enchanted_Kim , Jeff from ⁨@AdditionalInk⁩  and ⁨@LorcanaThanosTheMadTitan⁩ to ramble on about the state of the community and the game post-Reign of Jafar announcements. We're even joined by a special feline guest! Sarah (LorcanaLibrarian)- Twitter/X: https://x.com/aLoreLibrarian- In...

Welcome back to LorcanaChats! In this episode we’re going to do things a little differently. There’s been a lot going on in the last few days in the Lorcana community, so a group of us wanted to take some time to just be together, share how we’re feeling about things, and look forward to the future of the game and what we think is coming. So join me and Sarah (LorcanaLibrarian), Sierra (LoreIllumi...

Welcome to LorcanaChats! In this episode, I talk with the three hosts of the Overexerted Podcast - James, Benny, and Heath. We talk all about their background with TCGs, the podcast, and even some of the recent grumblings in the community and concerns about the future of the game. You can find  @Overexerted  at:- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Overexerted- Twitter/X: https://x.com/overexertedca...

Welcome to LorcanaChats! In this episode, I talk with the three hosts of the Vox Lorcana show - Scott, Rebekah, and Daniel. In this episode we talk all about how the show came to be, some of its goals, the role of content creators in the community, and life in a post-Hiram (and Fortisphere) world. NOTE: I am aware there is an echo on Scott's audio. It wasn't there during recording. It wasn't there...

Welcome to LorcanaChats! In this episode, I talk with one of the members of the competitive Lorcana Goons team - Kevin. He and I talk about his extensive background with TCGs, his love for the game, and how he sees it as a special thing that brings people together. We also talk about the content he and the other Goons create and get his perspective on the competitive side of Lorcana. You can find...

Welcome to LorcanaChats! In this episode, I sit down with one of the earliest Lorcana content creators, a husband and wife duo who started even before the game was out! Come listen in to my chat with Liam and Erin, otherwise known as The Illumiteers! We talk all about their background in TCGs, some of the perils of content creation with a family, and what they'd love to see in the future of the ga...

Welcome to LorcanaChats! In this episode, I sit down with fellow content creator and well-known competitive player  @harlansweete! He and I talked some about his background with TCGs, the infamous Kiwi Birds deck, and plenty of tips, tricks, and insights about playing Lorcana competitively. You can find  @harlansweete  at:- Twitter: https://x.com/harlansweete- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@har...

Welcome to LorcanaChats! In this episode, I'm joined by fellow community member and deck builder extraordinaire,  @IllumiqueerLindz ! She and I sat down for a chat to talk about some of her own history with TCGs and our main topic and something a lot of people new to TCGs want to know about: deck building! You can find  @IllumiqueerLindz  at:- Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/illumiqueerlindz.bsk...

Welcome to LorcanaChats! In this episode, I'm joined by one of the most well-known competitive Lorcana players out there - R_M_B! He and I sat down for a chat and talked all about his background with TCGs (and chess!), what it's like being a competitive player, the new Maelstrom team, and some of his thoughts on the community and future of the game. You can find R_M_B and Team Maelstrom at:- Twitt...