Uber Cube

During this episode Team Uber Cube discusses additions and subtractions from our cubes while also evaluating the decisions. If you are a curator or a player this is a behind the scenes look into how curators make decisions to refresh their environments post each set release. We chat on upgrades to Anthony's 540 Powered Vintage, Artifact Cube and May's Fae Cube. If you want to hop into th...

During this unscripted episode Team Uber Cube chats on how curators can expand their cubes beyond the player’s expectation, surprising both players and curators alike. We discussed how to design more robust environments exceeding the power band levels of the MTG planes redefining both play styles and draft goals. We follow up with how charting your own course as a curator can take a set and genera...

During this episode Team Uber Cube takes on the challenges and the framework of removal decisions. We banter on removal types, quantity, density, context, modality, and what instances of removal best fit your cube environments.  Thanks for listening, sharing, 5-star reviews and as always happy cubing!  Show Notes https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1vZwn4xerGAImtId1E2YDPbd1VMc_G4X8 Want to...

During this episode Team Uber Cube is joined by Chris Moore aka. Sammich. Chris's peasant cube was recently featured at Cube Con 2023. We chat on what he learned from the event, changes and updates post the con as well archetypes that excelled. We also conduct a deep dive into both into the Aristocrats package as well as the Persist combo package. If you are a peasant or rarity restricted cub...

During this episode we continue our adventure discussing Cube Con 2023 and how this is the must attend MTG event of the year! We chat onwhat we learned while actively engaging with drafters and curators and what updates we completed post the event. We dive into not only updates to Uber Bear's Horror, Artifact, and May's The Fae Cube but how we as curators process feedback and constructiv...

In this episode of Uber Cube Anthony and May chat on their highlights from Cube Con 2023.   During this multipart series  we'll discuss our Cube Con experiences, drafts, friends we made, and why this is the greatest Magic event of the year!  Team Uber Cube was  honored to have 4 featured cubes during this event.  Over the series we will chat on what we learned, highlights and why you should 1...

During this episode Team Uber discusses the universal mystery with Green. We discuss how you can breach that "dead zone" of 3-5 on the mana curve to give green a leading edge in cube. We chat on green in vintage, peasant, pauper, and thematic builds and how you as a curator and drafter can see the might that green can provide. Thanks for listening, sharing, 5 stars, and as always happy c...

During this episode discusses Cube Con 2023 featured Uber Bear's Artifact Cube. The team discusses the cube including design elements including typal synergies, power outliers and winning lines. We chat on the playtesting and preparations that led to the Cube Con 2023's final list and what changes have occurred since Cube Con 2022. We hope you enjoy it, thanks for sharing, 5-star reviews...

During this spooktacular episode Team Uber Cube discusses this Uber Bear's Horror Cube from a typal design perspective.  We banter on winning lines, complex strategies and how you can bolster your typal designs power levels. Be warned. Those who dare to venture prepare to experience both fear and devilish delight as you fight to survive through the land of the undead. Explore deep into this g...

 During this episode Team Uber Cube discusses power bands within your cube environments. We banter on how sprinkling just a dash of high tier cards can increase the dynamics of cube draft and design as well as the overall fun factor.  Thank you for listening, 5-star reviews and sharing and as always happy cubing!  Show Notes https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1vZwn4xerGAImtId1E2YDPbd1VMc_G...

During this community response episode Team Uber Cube discusses interesting cards that when cast exchange decisions or control to the opponent.  We chat about how these unique card designs can add an interesting and fun dynamic to your cube enviroments. Thank you for listening and happy cubing!  Show Notes https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1vZwn4xerGAImtId1E2YDPbd1VMc_G4X8 May's Fae...

During this episode Team Uber Cube is joined by none other than John Terrill aka Cultic Cube the curator of Cartographia 2023.  John Terrill's  Cartographia 2023 will be featured on MTGO Sept 27-Oct 4th , 2023. We discuss the spotlight cube featured on  MTGO edition of Cartographia including design elements, best and most technical decks and what makes this intricately designed planar design...

Join Team Uber Cube as we discuss The Gathering an Extra Life Event organized by The Gathering Place LGS.  The team chats on what we learned during the event, the wonderful people we met, and how the 3 drafts transpired. Now sit back and relax with your favorite beverage as we banter on Uber Bear's Artifact, Horror, and Two Headed which had full pods for this fantastic charity event. A specia...

During this episode Team Uber Cube discusses the impact of Wilds of Eldraine on May's Fae Cube. We discuss May's preparations for Cube Con 2023 as well as evaluate updates and card inclusions for her cube. In addition, we review cards from a Pauper and Peasant level as The Fae Cube cross pollinates with these and other genres of cube. Thanks for listening, sharing is appreciated and happ...

During this episode Team Uber Cube is joined by David McDarby where we discuss the design philosophies for The Live Dream Cube.  We banter on the unique archetypes, bombastic lines of play and memory making cards included within this uniquely curated environment. The cube is jam packed with secret dream cards that drafters must unlock to experience maximum fun from both sides of the table. Thank y...

During this episode Team Uber Cube discusses designing for Timmy, Tammy, Jennie, Johnny, Vorthos, and even Melvin. We chat on the psychographics that curators and players consider while both drafting and curating all types of cube environments. We provide examples of how you as the curator can enhance your environment by supporting these various player dynamics and how drafters can spot the intent...

During this episode Anthony and May chat on travel cube design. We discuss how you can make a easy to travel, pack and play design that is loaded with dynamic lines and re-playability.  The team covers May's travel cube design where the modality of cycling, graveyard matters and intricate decision making thrives. We hope you enjoy this episode, thank you for listening and happy cubing!  May&a...

In part 2 of this series  Anthony aka Uber Bear and May  further discuss the community response to the following question posted to the socials:  "Question for the Community: What card when added to your cube environment essentially broke it and or a game and was cut immediately post draft? We want to know. Happy cubing! "    We chat on the cards that when added to a cube environment ess...

During this episode Anthony and Stu discuss the community response to the following question posted to the socials:  "Question for the Community: What card when added to your cube environment essentially broke it and or a game and was cut immediately post draft? We want to know. Happy cubing! "    We chat on the cards that when added to a cube environment essentially overpowered or harme...

During this episode Anthony and May discuss the unique design of The Monopoly.  We discuss the design aspects of a 4 player desert cube while maintaining a rich story driven thematic design. Thanks for listening and happy cubing!  Link to the Cube: https://cubecobra.com/cube/overview/9ef5350b-d179-4fc4-8915-4bb0b8b0bd88 Link to the Dragons of Winter's Night by Chill MTG- https://cubecobra.com...

During this episode Team Uber Cube discusses lessons we learn as curators. We discuss how to process feedback, large scale meta feedback, and the overarching decisions we make for our cube environments. Stu and Anthony chat on decisions made for Uber Bear's Artifact Cube and what lessons Anthony has learned since Cube Con 2022 and how decks are being balanced in preparation for Cube Con 2023....

During this episode Anthony and Stu and Derek Gallen discuss subgames within cube and how we as individuals define the term subgame. In this idea exchange we chat on The Ring Temps You, Battles/Sieges Take the Initiative, Venture into the Dungeon, Daybound and Nightbound,  Dice Rolling and Coin Flipping. We focus on what subgames work in our environments and how they can enhance your cube experien...

During this episode Team Uber Cube chats on supporting both Mill and Self-Mill in cube environments.  We discuss the pros and cons of supporting the mechanic while splashing thematic prose.  Set to the tone of two mages eroding their thoughts and memories for victory at any cost.  Thank you for listening and happy cubing! Show Notes https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1vZwn4xerGAImtId1E2YDP...

During this episode Anthony and May discuss ways to manage and balance your best deck in your enviroments. We also discuss how we as curators  have experienced both the best and worst decks and what card choices made those corrections necessary. Thank you for listening and happy cubing! https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1vZwn4xerGAImtId1E2YDPbd1VMc_G4X8 Uber Bear's Power Cube: https:...

During this Uber Cube After Dark episode  Anthony and Stu discuss the impact of Modern Horizons 2 on both card evaluation and cube inclusion. We chat on how "power creep" and the escalation of individual cards raw power has truly reshaped the landscape of cube curation.  Thank you for listening and as always happy cubing!  https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1vZwn4xerGAImtId1E2YDP...