Mastering Runeterra - Legends of Runeterra Podcast
219 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago - ★★★★★ - 12 ratingsBringing you all the best Meta decks to climb the ladder and prepare for tournaments! and creating a community to help all its members improve at Legends of Runeterra through weekly Podcasts, Group Calls, Learning Streams and Patron VOD Reviews.
We jump into the best new decks from Legends of Runeterra's latest set Shurima and announce the launch of our Patreon Community! a community to help all its members improve at Legends of Runeterra through weekly Podcasts, Group Calls, Learning Streams and Patron VOD Reviews.
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Episodes
Get Comfy On Good Decks Already!
August 04, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 96.8 MBToday's podcast is more casty than usual thanks to special guest Boulevardtcg! With a world-class caster on the stage, the trio go over the recent meta developments, some interesting decks that may tempt connoisseurs, hard truths about card gamers, and lessons Boulevard has learned on his way to the top of the casting games game! Brought to you as usual, by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Opening Thanks 0:47 Special Guest; BoulevardTCG & his secret technique 3:05 Triang...
Ep 113: Mastering Runeterra Open Predictions & The Cascading Metagame - MaRu Podcast
July 29, 2023 04:00 - 43 minutes - 59.5 MBTOURNEY LATER TODAY https://matcherino.com/tournaments/97617 https://matcherino.com/tournaments/97617 https://matcherino.com/tournaments/97617 Our Mastering Runeterra Open is coming up later today, and the meta has shaped out to have a lot of slightly-below-top dogs jockeying for the top of the pile. With the meta cycle in full swing, the boys discuss what they've noticed as of late, what they expect for the MaRu open, and what implications (if any) that may have for your Day 1 run of t...
Ep 112: The Siren Has Stopped Singing!!! - Mastering Runeterra Podcast w/ MajiinBae
July 21, 2023 04:00 - 40 minutes - 55.1 MBGET PREMIUM FOR $1 AT MASTERINGRUNETERRA.COM. DAILY TOURNEYS MON-FRI FOR THE NEXT TWO WEEKS FOR SUBSCRIBERS The open has closed and the boys are pretty happy with it in the rear view mirror! Today we go over our respective Open experiences and strategies, what we expect from the recent balance patch, and how we plan to prep for the World Championship Qualifier in 16* days! TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Opening Announcements - Daily tournaments, $1 month for premium! 1:49 Open Run Recaps - J...
Ep 111: Design VS Balance Mistakes & What You Should Bring This Weekend - The MasteringRuneterra Podcast w/ MajiinBae
July 14, 2023 04:00 - 55 minutes - 76.3 MBHaving near-daily tounaments has reignited the blaze in Jason's heart, while Majiin is still struggling to find any deck he enjoys in the cacophonous Siren Song meta. They go over what led to this meta, their thoughts on the latest expansion's impact, results from the daily MaRu tournaments, and what decks YOU should bring to the Runeterra Open! You can get MasteringRuneterra PREMIUM for only ONE DOLLAR right now, sign up while you can! https://masteringruneterra.com/register/premium/ B...
Ep 110: Patch, Pros, & Poro Kings - Mastering Runeterra Podcast ft; ABG's Tyguy, Arax, and Gibs
July 03, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 91.8 MBThe Expansion has broadened the deck pool for standard considerably with new strong LoR decks, to match we've widened the number of guests on our podcast featuring three members of the infamous Always Be Gaming team to talk about their individual backgrounds, impressions of the patch, what makes the team what it is, and ways for riot to enrich the LoR community! ADDITIONALLY: We've got a chunk of news, first off people can subscribe to our Premium service for ONLY ONE DOLLAR for this next w...
MR Podcast - Ep 109: Post Open Run Talk feat. TheCupIsMine & MajiinBae
June 16, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 85.2 MBWith an outstanding performance in the first Eternal Open, we have TheCupIsMine to talk about how they approach the game, what led to their outstanding performance in the open, the big players to expect for this weekend's Open, and the dynamic of available statistics in competitive games. https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 The story of TheCupIsMine 5:28 Playing Competitively vs For Fun 8:34 Preparing for The Run 18:39 A change of plans and perspective on Samira...
Ep 108 - Mastering Runeterra Podcast: Tag Team Tops ft; hobbitsizz & ItsThatAshGuy
June 09, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 98.9 MBWe keep the guest train rolling with the team that topped and took down last weekend's Mastering Runeterra Open; Hobbitsizz and their teammate ItsThatAshGuy (who also top-8ed)! The crew talk about what led to their Triple Timelines lineup, thoughts on the nerf, and go deep on what decks they're considering for this weekend's Runeterra Open Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Introductions: Hobbitsizz, itsthatashguy, and Aikado again! 1:33 The team...
Ep 107 - MR Podcast: Triple Timelines Tourney Win & Competitive System Recap Ft; @aikado @alanzq4537
June 06, 2023 04:00 - 58 minutes - 80.7 MBEDITOR'S NOTE: This was recorded around noon or so yesterday, so 10 hours before the Timelines Hotfix =( This week we have a star-packed show, featuring a world Champion in Mr. AlanZQ himself, alongside Worlds Competitor Aikado and The Boyz to talk about what's up and down in Eternal and the LoR Competitive Sphere in general! https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 the Guests; AlanZQ & xAikado! 2:45 Let's talk about eternal 8:26 Balancing for power & winrate vs balan...
Ep 106: MMR Mess, Monetezation & Ladder Carrots - Mastering Runeterra Podcast w/ @aikado
June 02, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 89.4 MBAs promised, we got Mr. Aikado on the show this week, he and Jason go over topics including the recent meta, the MMR mess, monetization, and what drives people to play https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 The Rest Patreon Team: https://www.patreon.com/MasteringRuneterra Join Discord! https://discord.gg/TqnntWF728 Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/mastering-runeterra/id1556960343 https://open.spotify.com/show/49xjHNbzVwG9ZEurUQH8Qn Twitter: https://...
Ep 105 - Mastering Runeterra Podcast: Eternal Is Here, Free Build Lunacy & Scheduling Optimization w/ MajiinBae
May 26, 2023 09:00 - 40 minutes - 55.8 MBIt feels like we've been Eternally waiting, but the format everyone has been excited for is here, Free Build! The guys go over the insanity of Free Build and it's silly meta, what Eternal is looking like a day into the format, and some choice words for the special guest who is notably absent... Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Upcoming events 2:50 Free Build - Pure Combo Insanity 9:56 Jason's message to Riot Games - Do cool stuff during 'dead ...
Mastering Runeterra Podcast - Ep 104: Worlds Qualifier Open, Eternal incoming & Competitive thoughts
May 19, 2023 09:00 - 31 minutes - 43 MBWith the success of the MR Run Open coverage, the guys talk about the experience that was the Worlds Qualifier, go over what they hope for from the Eternal season, and give thoughts on the Ladder & Daily Rumble system https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Run Down 1:24 Worlds Qualifier Recap 2:40 Looking forward to Eternal Season - Fat Cat vs Big Cat 14:05 A look at Competitive 21:25 "The whole mmr thing" 28:10 A big change for helping the player experience in Ru...
Mastering Runeterra Podcast - Ep 103: Managing Expectations & Tournament Lineup Ideas
May 05, 2023 04:00 - 43 minutes - 60.2 MBIn this edition of the Mastering Runeterra Podcast, the guys go over their recent tournament and competitive exploits, why serious teams like Red Pup gaming are pulling ahead of the pack, adjusting your expectations as circumstances change, and the meta. https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Thanks for everything & MASTERING RUNETERRA OPEN TOMORROW 2:40 Majiin's Flesh and Blood weekend 6:25 Mastering Runeterra vs Red Pup Money match 11:30 What drives someone compe...
Squadcast Ep 40- RPG Takeover: Matching Micro to Macro Gameplans
April 24, 2023 04:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MBThe unstoppable force that is Red Pup Gaming (RPG) has taken over the Squadcast to give their insights as to what makes them such a dominant force in competitive runeterra. They also go over their thoughts on the Open, their patch wishlists, and how to step up your game (hint; Card Gamer offers coaching) Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Introductions 1:13 The Champion's Run & Red Pups' record 7:44 Wisdom of the Red Pups: What makes consistent success 11:...
Ep 102 - the Mastering Runeterra Podcast: Post Open Observations
April 22, 2023 04:00 - 41 minutes - 57 MBThe first ever Runeterra Open has been an explosive weekend for better or worse. The Masterminds give their experiences with the open, perspective on the direction of Runeterra, and a full brief of what they observed over the open. https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 News and updates: We have a Magic the Gathering website now! 2:30 Stunningly, Majiinbae Day 2'd the Open 17:04 Jason played in the Open too 19:20 Perspective on the direction of Runeterra 22:16 Ladd...
Squadcast Ep 39: Time of the Essence & Runeterra Open Aftermath
April 21, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 95.8 MBThis week we have Guest Dr.Checkov and the reigning champ of the first Glory for Navori Runeterra Open; Card gamer! He and the rest of the squad give their Open experiences, thoughts on the controversies, Riot's Statement, and 'playing for the clock'. Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Patreon Team: https://www.patreon.com/MasteringRuneterra Join Discord! https://discord.gg/TqnntWF728 Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/mastering-run...
The Runeterra Show: Ep 51 - Two Teammates on Top & First Open Deck Choices Ft @MajiinBae
April 12, 2023 04:00 - 58 minutes - 79.7 MBThe April MR Open has come and gone with a record turnout and two members of the pro team coming out ahead. Hear what they have to say about the tournament, the recent meta developments, and how they're preparing for the upcoming Runeterra Open. Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro? 0:44 Aikado and Majiin's tourney picks + The Meta evolution 5:11 Where to put your Samira 9:36 WhatamI's struggle with the season 10:45 Jasensational: Karma Sett isn't con...
Ep 101 - The Mastering Runeterra Podcast: Ruthless Rumbles Open For Business
April 08, 2023 04:00 - 41 minutes - 56.9 MBThe fancy new Ruthless Rumbles (the premium paid-entry Best of Three Standard Rumble) have rolled out! The guys talk about their day one experiences with this new competitive gauntlet, what they've seen and felt with their lineups so far, and brew some ideas for the upcoming Mastering Runeterra Open ( https://matcherino.com/t/masteringruneterra ) and the Riot Runeterra Open the following week. Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamps 0:00 Intro 0:43 Today we have a Po...
Ep 38 - The Squadcast: Prepping for a Rumble, Two Opens, and An Aegis
April 07, 2023 04:00 - 52 minutes - 72.3 MBThis week we have good ol' Da Tank Buster, Card Gamer, Da Tank Buster (MonteXristo) and Shadawx, the Squad dish about what they've seen so far of the developing meta, hot new decks, and give their stories about climbing and the recent Ladder Drama. Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Introductions 0:47 Meta-Limbo, the not-quite busted state of Samira 4:26 The Story of Meta Evolution 5:54 Tournaments Brewing & Team Tribulations 9:46 Ladder Drama: MMR Change...
Runeterra Report Ep 10: Settle down with Standard - By Darwin
April 06, 2023 04:00 - 10 minutes - 14.4 MBWe're early in the meta but things are already cooking, Darwin brings you a look at what the standout decks are both using new champs, newcomers after rotation, and what decks have survived the 90 degree turn, not to mention everyone's favorite segment of things to avoid... Brought to you by MasteringRuneterra.com TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:40 Samira's Dominance 2:33 Sett is making waves 4:27 Jack: He who doesn't win 6:08 New Top Dogs in Standard 7:04 The Survivors from Rotation 7:59 Ra...
THE RUNETERRA SHOW: Ep 50 - RETURN OF THE KINGS, New Competitive, Rotation, and the Meta Cycle
April 05, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 88.7 MBWith the revival of Competitive in Legends of Runeterra comes the resurrection of a team once thought long dead. The Runeterra Show is back, the team go over all the spicy new changes to what Competitive 2.0 brings, discuss what they love and are concerned about, and give their feelings on the top meta decks today! TimeStamp 0:00 It's great to be back 1:40 This Meta: Rotating through LoR's greatest Hits 2:20 We have a new competitive structure 4:05 Jason's Summary of the changes 9:55 ...
Ep 100: Mastering Runeterra Podcast w @MajiinBae - Organized Play Christmas & LAN Event Incoming???
April 02, 2023 04:00 - 32 minutes - 44 MBWe thought that the big 1-0-0 didn't land on the right week, turns out it landed on the advent of Competitive Runeterra, the guys go over what their thoughts are on the first few days, the community reaction, and some BIG Riot announcements Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 We finally made it to Competitive Runeterra 2:55 General feel on the new system 4:55 Looking at the potential of Eternal 11:37 Hot new Standard takes - Samira Fizz = Not th...
Ep 37 - The Squadcast: Standard Speculations & She Who Will Not Be Named
March 31, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 93 MBWith the season underway, the Squad has found the time to play! The Usual suspects give their thoughts on the new cards, rotation, the new champions, and more! https://masteringruneterra.com/april-2023-1k-open-tournament/ https://twitter.com/CardGamerLoR/status/1641181135425138689?s=20 0:00 Intro: Navori is Glorious 0:50 General feelings about the EXPLOSION of rotation and new stuff 4:38 Samira has a lot of Flair 12:32 Jack, what's bro doing? 17:05 The Redacted agreement 17:28 Sett i...
Ep 99 - Mastering Runeterra Podcast: Vegas Vacay Edition W/ @Majiinbae
March 28, 2023 09:00 - 31 minutes - 58.3 MBJason Fleurant and Majiinbae met in real life for a card tournament (Guess they really like those things). During this time, they got into the same room and recorded a podcast until Jason's phone died. Listen to their recent escapades, MaRu's plans for the real LoR season, and more! https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Where are the guys and why are the guys there 1:20 The reason for Vegas: Battle Spirit Saga event 2:45 Tournament Recap 5:00 Jae & Bae's first meet...
Runeterra Report Ep 9: GUESS WHO'S BACK - By DarwinTheory
March 15, 2023 04:00 - 22 minutes - 30.9 MBThe Runeterra Report Podcast returns with a giant look at whats big in the current meta, what top decks you should try and or be aware of, and everyone's favorite segment; the Radioactive Hazard Pile of decks to avoid if you value anything! Brought to you by MasteringRuneterra.com Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction & Updates 1:47 Top Dogs: Jayce Lux 3:18 Elites are now Elite 4:35 So EVELYNN... 6:55 Ryze is Viable 8:20 Jayce 2: Heimerdinger Boogaloo 10:00 Jax Ornn is positioned well 12:...
Ep 98 - The Mastering Runeterra podcast: Variety Set Impressions & Card Design space, Feat. Majiinbae
March 05, 2023 08:30 - 41 minutes - 56.4 MBThe variety set has made a splash on the meta, and may be a great indicator of things to come with how it's approaching power budgets and design space. The Boys talk about what they've seen and played with so far, alongside what they expect from expansions going foward. https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Jason's VERY Funny Number Story 1:40 Jason has PLAYER RUNETERRA... But it was Elites 6:00 What Deck is your favorite Fast Food place? 6:58 Formula's resounding ...
Ep 36 - The Squadcast: First Variety Patch Impressions
March 04, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 85.1 MBWith a new patch comes a new squad of professionals to discuss them, the variety patch has landed and we have hot takes recorded from the night of the patch's release! Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Introductions 0:42 What we've been playing: Zany new brews 2:22 New Card overview - Formula 4:00 Blocking Badgerbear 7:00 Winter's Touch - Ramp developments 9:53 Mischevious Mirai 13:13 Gem Crafter 15:24 Skulking String-puller 17:54 Cooking with Sere...
The Squadcast Feat Mr.eMOEtional & Swiffer9000: Rumbling Through the Open Meta - Ep 35
February 17, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 93.7 MBWhether you like or hate it, it's hard to deny how wide the current meta is for Legends of Runeterra. This week two Squadmates are joined by two guests; seasonal Champ Mr. eMOEtional and Seasonal Top Cutter Swiffer9000, to talk about their experiences after a week of Daily Rumbles, the debate on balanced vs imbalanced metas, and the key decks that have made a name for themselves. Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Introductions: Mr. eMOEtional & Swiffer9000 ...
Ep. 96 | Mastering Runeterra Podcast : Off the Cuff Contests & Beta Impressions w/ MajiinBae
February 11, 2023 10:00 - 47 minutes - 65.9 MBThis week on the most serious competitive Legends of Runeterra podcast... we're being a bit less serious and also discussing things that are adjacent to Legends of Runeterra. The guys decide to give us all a peek into what that "Pre-podcast talking about random things" time looks like, enjoy a casual conversation between two high-level card players! https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Agenda for today; Talking off the cuff 2:36 Living the dream without playing the ...
Ep 34 - The Squadcast: Early Meta Reads & The Best Cleave Targets
February 10, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 98 MBThe patch has landed and the Beta season of the new competitive system has landed! The team talk about what their first impressions are, what is hitting and missing, and go over the interesting use cases for everyone's favorite new card; Soul Cleave! Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Introductions - ZTurtle & Da tank Buster 1:30 Immediate Patch Impressions 5:12 Illaoi back and slapping 13:25 Did Quietus get hit too hard? 19:00 Why aren't dragons good...?...
Ep. 33 - The Squadcast: Forming and Maintaining a Competitive Team, feat. Red Pup Gamers
February 06, 2023 04:00 - 58 minutes - 80.7 MBThere's a new dog raising hell in the Legends of Runeterra competitive scene, and it's Red Pup Gaming! This week's episode features some of the key members of this newer competitive team giving insights on what brought them a seasonal victory, the essence of what makes a great team, and how they look to improve at Legends of Runeterra Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamps 0:00 Introductions - Red Pup Gaming on the Squadcast! 0:42 Red Pup Gaming's go at World Ender ...
Ep 32 - The Squadcast ft; TheCupIsMine: Road Map, Competitive Changes & Upcoming Beta Season
February 03, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBThere are some big weeks and there are some MASSIVE weeks for Legends of Runeterra. We've had more news drops that are competitive-centric than we've had in ages. The Squad is here to break down whats coming, whats changing, and what to expect from the upcoming patch and BETA season! Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Introductions - Guest TheCupIsMine! 2:00 Big stuff coming: Competitive Roadmap for LoR 12:55 Competitive Changes Reactions and thoughts - Ope...
Ep 95: FULL CUT The Future of Competitive Runeterra feat. Steve Rubin - MR Podcast w/ Majiinbae
January 31, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 123 MBAs was foretold, the exciting part 2 of Majiinbae and Jason Fleurant's talk with Steve (rubinzoo) rubin is here! Learn a LOT more about whats cooking this year in Legends of runeterra! ONE NOTE: The final bit about the date for the patch was said before the whole riot hack happened, so that is no longer accurate Brought to you by masteringruneterra.com TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Meet Steve Rubin! & his game plan 5:15 What is "Organized Play" & the Goal 8:40 What's Rubin Cooking? - Rune...
Ep 31 - Squadcast: Splits, Shurima, Seasonal Spreads
January 27, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 86.6 MBWith seasonals looming, the squad go over their seasonal lineups, what are the standout pillars to keep in mind, and the Meta (tm) Brought to you by www.masteringruneterra.com TimeStamp (Coming Soon) Patreon Team: https://www.patreon.com/MasteringRuneterra Join Discord! https://discord.gg/TqnntWF728 Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/mastering-runeterra/id1556960343 https://open.spotify.com/show/49xjHNbzVwG9ZEurUQH8Qn Twitter: https://twitter.com/MasterRuneterra MonteXris...
Ep 94 - Mastering Runeterra Podcast with Majiinbae: Bite Sized Tourney Speculation
January 20, 2023 04:00 - 26 minutes - 36.2 MBAfter last week's banger of a guest episode, the boys go over how they view this year for Legends of Runeterra, their vague expectations, and Majiin's recent escapades returning to ranked. https://masteringruneterra.com/ TOURNAMENT THIS WEEKEND https://matcherino.com/t/januaryopen https://matcherino.com/t/januaryopen https://matcherino.com/t/januaryopen TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Explanation for last week 4:45 Is 2023 Make or Break?? 17:00 Majiinbae's learning quest for 7-2 21:40 B...
Ep 30 - The Squadcast: Mistakes, Mysteries & Runeterra Opens
January 20, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 87.8 MBWith tournaments looming, the Squad go over what they have in mind for lineups, they go over spicy developments in the ladder meta, how people evaluate lineups, and more! Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TOURNAMENT THIS WEEKEND https://matcherino.com/t/januaryopen https://matcherino.com/t/januaryopen https://matcherino.com/t/januaryopen TimeStamp 0:00 Introductions 1:25 Seasonals is 10 days away & Yangzera's Triangle Theorem 5:02 How Card Gamer plays the triangle 7...
Runeterra Report Ep 8: Disc Doesn't Do - Hosted by DarwinTheory
January 18, 2023 04:00 - 16 minutes - 22.5 MBA wide meta leads to a slightly wider play bar as Darwin digs in to every noteworthy obstacle between you and LP on Ladder, laying out what to expect this week on Legends of Runeterra https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Introduction 0:25 Jinx Lulu reigns supreme 1:20 Bash Bros (Feel the Rush) 2:21 Yordle Control - Norra Veigar 3:59 The defining underdog of the meta: Katarina Leona 5:22 #2 Katarina deck in the game 6:17 Plunder pushes on 7:07 Ekko Jinx is still back 8:1...
Ep 93 - MR Podcast w/ Steve "Rubinzoo" & Majiinbae : The Future of Competitive Runeterra
January 14, 2023 13:00 - 17 minutes - 32.7 MBIt's been a long time coming but we got one of the biggest Rioters possible; Steve Rubin aka "Rubinzoo" is back to talk about what to expect for competitive Legends of Runeterra for 2023! This is the first part of a two part podcast that will go into further details with part two, a few tidbits have had to be edited out of part one, you can look forward to that later on! https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Introductions and thanks 1:55 Who is Rubin and what does ...
Ep 29 - The SquadCast: Post Hotfix Hot Takes & Hysteria
January 12, 2023 04:00 - 59 minutes - 81.6 MBThe Squad go over their takes of whats hot and not post hotfix and some of their more questionable hysterical takes Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:25 Hotfix fixed Runeterra? 2:10 The Squad's recent brews and favorites 6:15 Hot fix takes 10:40 Lulu Jinx is holding back the Bar 12:00 Leona Katarina - Shoutout to Trinathan 14:00 Targon's Identity Issues 16:30 Gwen's Transition to aggro & Triple Aggro's Return 19:50 "Plunders great" - Everyon...
Ep 7 - The Runeterra Report: Jinx Rushing Down the Competition
January 11, 2023 04:00 - 14 minutes - 19.4 MBThe new meta has landed and oh boy are there a lot more explosions than we're used to! Darwintheory lays out what to expect in this chaotic new landscape https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Introduction 0:24 Big Red has been dethroned! 1:09 FTR comes back to the meta 2:02 Lurk lurks no more 3:02 Red Gwen finds a way 4:02 Veigar is viable, now with a new friend! 4:47 Ekko Jinx showing up in a big way 5:35 Plunder Pummels in 6:47 Noxus Aggro decks are done 8:32 Swain T...
Ep 92 - Mastering Runeterra Podcast w/ Majiinbae: Post Holiday Hotfix & 2022 in Review
January 08, 2023 04:00 - 44 minutes - 61.2 MBThe hectic holidays have hconcluded, and Jae and Bae are back! The boyz go over the recent hotfix to Legends of Runeterra and everything that has happened through LoR and Mastering Runeterra over the last year! AND A SPECIAL GUEST NEXT WEEK??? https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Kudos and GUEST ANNOUNCEMENT??? 3:35 Hotfix Talk 20:15 Reminiscing Patreon Team: https://www.patreon.com/MasteringRuneterra Join Discord! https://discord.gg/TqnntWF728 Podcast: https:...
Ep 28 - The Squadcast: The Best Deck in LoR History, Winning Aegis & Nerf Wishlist (Pre Fix)
January 07, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 107 MBAfter a holiday Hiatus, the Squad returns with... well, not the best timed episode! This was filmed Wednesday night, before the hotfix was announced and implemented, good stuff all the same Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Introductions 0:32 Status Report 1:45 Hashing out Aegis 8:30 Making waves around the Pillars of the Ladder 10:32 Controversial Santa Opinions (Pre-hotfix) 22:30 Balancing the Bar 36:45 Is Aatrox the problem, or is Fish fight too goo...
Ep 6: The Runeterra Report - Noxus Knocking Down Doors - By DarwinTheory
January 04, 2023 04:00 - 10 minutes - 14.7 MBWith the ho-ho-holiday break over, we crack back in to a new year and new... meta... It may in fact not be a new meta until next week, but we'll give you the deets to turbo your climb before that hits! TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:27 Aatrox Vayne is STILL there 1:08 New 2nd Place deck - Red Gwen! 2:10 Bandle Bar is still big, but polarizing 2:57 Kaayntrox holds it's own in the meta 3:46 Rumble Tumbles 4:45 Underated Gems - Aggro lives! 8:28 RHP - Radioactive Hazard Pile Patreon Team: ...
Ep 5 - The Runeterra Report: Tumbled Rumbles Trounce Ryze Terribly, by DarwinTheory
December 21, 2022 11:30 - 13 minutes - 17.9 MBThe boy is back in town...! Life and last minute hotfixes aside, Darwin is back with a quick and digestable look at what to expect on your ladder climb, what to try, what to avoid, and the good ol' Radioactive Hazard Pile! Brought to you by Masteringruneterra.com Stats used include: Masteringruneterra.com , lor.gg , and llorr-stats.com TimeStamp 0:00 Intro & Congrats 0:53 The Top Dog: Aatrox's Girl Scouts 2:11 The Second Dog: Also Aatrox w/Kayn 3:42 Seraphine Ezreal refuses to die 4:...
Ep 91 - Mastering Runeterra Podcast w/ Majiinbae: 1k This Weekend, Worlds Watch Party & The Work It Takes to Be the Best
December 16, 2022 19:00 - 48 minutes - 67 MBThe guys go over what they expect to see at the big MASTERINGRUNETERRA tournament, Majiin gushes over his big in-person Worlds watch party, and the two go over what it REALLY takes to be the very best at anything. TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Talking Begins 1:21 TOURNEY REMINDER 1:45 Majiin's Hotness, Tourney Expectations, and Meta Cycling 17:05 Majiin's experience at the NYC Worlds Watch party 30:00 What goes into Being the BEST Patreon Team: https://www.patreon.com/MasteringRuneterra ...
Ep 27 - The Squadcast: Post Worlds Thoughts & Hotfix Meta Takes
December 16, 2022 19:00 - 52 minutes - 71.6 MBWhat's a week between friends? With worlds wrapped and the hotfix still steaming, the squad look at both and give their thoughts on the gameplay, production, and generally the state of Legends of Runeterra Brought to you by MasteringRuneterra.com TimeStamp 0:00 Intro & Explanation 0:27 Worlds Impressions and Thoughts 8:00 Monte has had ENOUGH of twitch chat 11:15 A BIG step up from last year 13:55 Upcoming $1000 MasteringRuneterra Tournament 15:42 Top Decks and Hotfix Impacts 34:55 ...
Ep 90 - The Mastering Runeterra Podcast : The Rise of Ryze and Rotation - Featuring Majiinbae
December 05, 2022 09:00 - 51 minutes - 70.5 MBAs was foretold last time, this episode's big topics are thoughts on Rotation and what it implies and can bring to Legends of Runeterra, the big cards in the upcoming World Ender expansion, and; surprise, Mastering Runeterra is holding another Tournament? Who would have guessed?!? Brought to you by your friends at https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 Words 1:22 Tournament announcement 5:04 Rotation for a brighter tomorrow 18:09 World Enders: New card Impressions ...
Ep 26 - The Squadcast: The Boys are Back In Town! featuring TankBuster & Yangzera
December 03, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 97 MBStop me if you've heard this one before, but the boys are back in town! After a bit of a vacation due to Seasonal reasons, Squadcast makes it's triumphant return! Most of your favorites, alongside a new member in Yangzera, and a guest in the form of World Championship Competitor Da Tank Buster talk about their prep and experiences in the worlds qualifiers, what trends we've seen in recent balance changes, some of the spiciest cards in the upcoming expansion, their experiences in the Aegis ...
Ep 4 - The Runeterra Report: Tantalizing Trifecta Takes by DarwinTheory
November 30, 2022 04:00 - 18 minutes - 25.8 MBThis week, Darwin is seeing red!... and green, those are the normal colours for matchup spreadsheets, but also the colours of the meta's TOP deck. Alongside the red and green girls deck, two other decks have pulled steadily ahead as the trifecta of top dogs in the meta, see what you should expect for your laddering in this week's Report! Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 0:28 Red Gwen 1:37 Kayn Vayn(e) 2:52 Elusive Critters 3:48 Twisted Fate Annie Ravenbloom 5:09 Best SI Control Deck: Trun...
Ep 89 - Mastering Runeterra Podcast : Worlds 2022 Experiences, New Season NEXT WEEKw/ Majiinbae
November 30, 2022 04:00 - 38 minutes - 52.3 MBGuess who's back, back again, these guys are back, tell a friend. After a hectic while, the podcasters are back with a rundown of what happened for them at worlds, looking at the future of Rotation in Runeterra, and the expansion dropping next week (This was recorded PRE SPOILERS, sorry) Brought to you by https://masteringruneterra.com/ TimeStamp 0:00 Intro 0:43 We're BACK again 3:43 Worlds! 17:10 Bae's Run 26:12 Jae's Run 29:12 Optimistic about Rotation 34:40 Rooting for our Boy P...
Ep 3 Runeterra Report: Shadow Isles Supremacy
November 23, 2022 04:00 - 14 minutes - 19.7 MBWelcome back true believers and newcomers alike to a new shorter form show from Masteringruneterra.com. Your friend and mine; DarwinTheory has pored over the data giving you a quick 10-15 minute weekly meta-news show for the gamer on-the-go who wants a bit of an update without reading for hours on end. This week we look at whats moving and shaking in the meta, with a spotlight on why spooky island is the hottest thing since sliced bread! Timestamps Host & Creator DarwinTheory Discord: Da...