MTG In Quarantine
273 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago -A Magic: The Gathering podcast where the slogan is 'EDH. Community. Now. ALWAYS'. Highlights the positive aspects of the game and magnifies cool and interesting facets of MTG with a variety of content segments and community guests. Mostly focused on EDH/Commander but also has segments on many other topics such as 60-card Constructed, Art, cEDH, and more!
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Ao, the Dawn Sky cEDH Deck Tech (feat. Charles the Mono-White Guy)
February 20, 2023 18:50 - 1 hour - 74.3 MBOn this episode of the podcast, good friend Charles (a.k.a. the Mono-White Guy) joins the show to walk listeners through his Ao, the Dawn Sky cEDH deck build. This deck looks to not only use its Commander to leverage card advantage or pump the board, but takes a very different approach to the meta than most decks and can be very effective when all of the pieces are working together. It's not a generic value pile, but instead utilizes White's strong synergies to lock out opponents and win. Y...
Know a Brewer: AllieGolem
February 10, 2023 18:12 - 21 minutes - 22.2 MBOn this episode of the Know a Brewer segment, I sit down with AllieGolem to go over deck-building strategies and new decks! You can find my Patreon link and support the show at: patreon.com/mtginquarantine You can find all of my show links on LinkTree HERE: linktr.ee/mtginquarantine
Vorthos Roundtable: March of the Machine Speculations and Theories (feat. Xynam/EDH Academy, Nick from Commander Theory Podcast, ScruffyNerfHerder of Magic, the Dungeoning))
February 07, 2023 18:05 - 1 hour - 97.9 MBReady for the epic conclusion to the year-long Phyrexian invasion arc? With new details for this set dropping soon, I invite three fellow Planeswalkers to the show to discuss and debate theories on what might be included both in the March of the Machine lore as well as cards/mechanics. It's a speculation spectacular that you won't want to miss! You can find the Nick on the Commander Theory podcast at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/commander-theory/id920919249 You can find Xynam on...
Know a Brewer: Chris Von Doom
February 03, 2023 18:16 - 17 minutes - 17 MBOn this episode of Know a Brewer, I sit down with graveyard aficionado Chris Von Doom to talk about building decks and his strategies for making decks his own. You can find Chris on Twitter at @chrisvondoom1 You can find the links to my Moxfield and Inked Gaming Affiliate Code HERE: linktr.ee/mtginquarantine My affiliate code for Inked Gaming is HERE: https://www.inkedgaming.com/?rfsn=6470296.54817d1&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6470296.54817d1
Talking cEDH Learn to Play Episodes and cEDH Tournaments with Lemora's Cards
February 01, 2023 18:56 - 39 minutes - 44.5 MBGetting new players into the fold of cEDH is an up-and-coming part of the cEDH content scene, and I sit down with Matthew from Lemora's Cards to discuss his efforts to get new players onto the scene with well-edited YouTube videos showing players how popular cEDH decks work and how they win. We then discuss how cEDH tournaments are the future of cEDH. You can find Matthew's Learn to Play series on YouTube HERE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIh9hP-4y3vfkvMORfmhNUA for video and https://w...
MJ's Definitive Guide to Nonbasic Lands - Green
January 26, 2023 19:28 - 26 minutes - 22 MBOn this episode, I finish off my review of nonbasic lands in all five colors with Green. Green has many interesting effects on its nonbasic lands that can power up your decks!
Know a Brewer: Cole from the Uncommon Commander Podcast
January 24, 2023 17:53 - 42 minutes - 40.6 MBGuests triumphantly return to the MTGIQ podcast as Cole from the Uncommon Commander podcast joins the show to discuss his own personal EDH deckbuilding technique. We then expand the conversation by going over our combined interest in building around the new Mishra, Excavation Prodigy Legendary card from the Brother's War expansion set as well as other thoughts on building decks. You can find the Uncommon Commander podcast, including the two episodes I have guested on, HERE: https://open.spo...
Battle Card Type and Atraxa, Grand Unifier - What Is a Battle and How Will it Affect MTG Going Forward?
January 19, 2023 17:40 - 20 minutes - 17.8 MBWith the reveal of the new Atraxa, Grand Unifier card yesterday, many folks have wondered what a "Battle" card will entail. I dive into the new card type and provide some of my thoughts on what I hope Battle cards will be, the potential similarity to the Clash mechanic, and some of the implications of a new card type for both the game and Vorthos lore. You can find my affiliate link to purchase an MTGInQuarantine playmat here: https://www.inkedgaming.com/?rfsn=6470296.54817d1&utm_source=ref...
Silicon Dynasty Review and Wrap-Up
January 18, 2023 18:00 - 30 minutes - 27.4 MBI competed in the Silicon Dynasty cEDH tournament in San Jose, CA on January 14 and 15, and had a ton of fun even though I did not do well in the tournament. Between making new friends, hanging out between rounds, and picking up a signed Rionya, Fire Dancer from FadedMTG, I had a great time at the tournament! You can find the Yuriko decklist that I ran during the tournament here: https://www.moxfield.com/decks/2ZAHfc7hKUCUXK9g8di5FQ You can find my LinkTree, including my Moxfield profile, ...
Fun Size Spotlight: Circu, Dimir Lobotomist
January 12, 2023 16:09 - 11 minutes - 9.8 MBOn this episode of the Fun Size Spotlight, I highlight a Dimir Commander from the original trip to Ravnica, Circu! Whenever you cast a blue or black spell, Circu exiles the top card of a player's library. When given the right tools, this deck can rip through either your or the libraries of your opponents and prevent them from casting meaningful spells with the same name. You can find my Moxfield and Patreon on LinkTree at linktr.ee/mtginquarantine
How the MTGDS Hipster Dragon Highlander Calculator Rates my EDH Decks
January 09, 2023 18:00 - 30 minutes - 26 MBOn this episode, I take the MTGDS Hipster Dragon Highlander Calculator for a spin with some of my EDH decks and see how "unique" they are according to the calculator. Many of my decks are below the "median" score, but what exactly does that mean? I provide some of my thoughts on the Calculator as well as how a certain "Hipster" score does not mean that a deck can't be unique. You can find the Calculator here: https://mtgds.shinyapps.io/hipster_dragon_highlander/ You can find my LinkTree, i...
Favorite MTG Stories of 2022 from the MTG Community
January 03, 2023 17:36 - 28 minutes - 24.1 MBA lot happened in 2022, and that means it was time to poll the greater MTG community about their Favorite MTG stories from the past year. Prepare to hear many stories of events, lore, and gameplay which highlight all that MTG had to offer in the year that was. You can find all of my links over at LinkTree, which can be found here: linktr.ee/mtginquarantine - there you can find my affiliate link at Inked Gaming, my Moxfield profile, and much more!
2022 In Review
December 30, 2022 17:27 - 32 minutes - 27.8 MBOn the final episode of the MTG In Quarantine podcast of 2022, I go over my thoughts on the Standard-legal sets that were released throughout the year as well as my experiences at the Conventions I attended. Let's hope 2023 is even better! You can find all of my links over at linktr.ee/mtginquarantine You can find my Inked Gaming Affiliate Link to purchase a MTG In Quarantine playmat HERE. https://www.inkedgaming.com/?rfsn=6470296.54817d1&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campa...
TOP 5 Underrated Snow Cards
December 22, 2022 20:22 - 20 minutes - 17.3 MBInspired by the cold weather gripping the US and Canada right now, I highlight my Top 5 Underrated Snow Permanents and what makes them so special. I found a couple of these cards for the first time doing this episode, and I like their potential right out of the gate. You can find my LinkTree link at linktr.ee/mtginquarantine You can find my affiliate link for Inked Gaming here: https://www.inkedgaming.com/?rfsn=6470296.54817d1&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=64702...
MJ's Definitive Guide to Nonbasic Lands - Red
December 20, 2022 17:24 - 26 minutes - 22 MBOn this episode, I review all nonbasic lands that provide Red mana or have Red mana abilities. Lots to choose from in this section. You can find all of my links on my LinkTree at linktr.ee/mtginquarantine
MJ's Definitive Guide to Nonbasic Lands - Black
December 13, 2022 18:37 - 37 minutes - 32.1 MBOn this episode, I review nonbasic lands that either provide black mana or have a black activated ability. Lots of big mana stuff going on here plus some interesting damage effects. If you want to purchase an MTG In Quarantine-branded playmat, you can find the Inked Gaming Affiliate Link at my LinkTree HERE.
Fun Size Spotlight: Tetzimoc, Primal Death
November 29, 2022 18:06 - 9 minutes - 8.71 MBOn this episode of the Fun Size Spotlight, I talk about Tetzimoc, Primal Death from Rivals of Ixalan. This Elder Dinosaur has a difficult activated ability to use when it's used as a Commander, but I have some interesting thoughts on how to get around that downside.
The 200th Episode of the MTG In Quarantine Podcast
November 25, 2022 17:45 - 33 minutes - 29.1 MBIt's the 200th episode of the podcast, and I over some of the trends and changes that have happened since releasing my 100th episode in August 2021. You can find my Inked Gaming Affiliate Link here: https://www.inkedgaming.com/?rfsn=6470296.54817d1&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=6470296.54817d1 You can find my LinkTree, including my Instagram and Moxfield accounts, HERE: linktr.ee/mtginquarantine
MTG Summit 2022 Recap
November 18, 2022 16:50 - 28 minutes - 24.4 MBIn this episode, I recap the event that was the MTG Summit in Salt Lake City, Utah from November 11-13, 2022 and explain how enjoyable it was to meet new people, say hi to content friends, and open booster packs! You can find all of my links on my LinkTree at: linktr.ee/mtginquarantine . If you are interested in purchasing an MTG In Quarantine playmat, you can find the link for that HERE. Please use the affiliate link on the LinkTree to purchase!
MJ's Definitive Guide to Nonbasic Lands - Blue
November 08, 2022 16:43 - 42 minutes - 32.5 MBPart 2 of my Definitive Guide to Nonbasic Lands is here with Blue. Featuring interesting and very powerful lands, Blue offers a lot of value on its nonbasic land package. You can find all of my links over at linktr.ee/mtginquarantine
MJ's Definitive Guide to Nonbasic Lands - White
November 04, 2022 17:12 - 49 minutes - 35.9 MBOn this episode, I talk about all of the nonbasic lands that produce white mana and explain how White has a bunch of cool ETB effects on its lands as well as ways to make tokens or utility creatures. Often lampooned as the weakest color in Commander, I argue that White has access to some interesting effects on its lands that can help your deck take the next step without needing to cut lands for spells. If you are interested in purchasing an MTG In Quarantine playmat, you can find the purcha...
Fun Size Spotlight: Go-Shintai of Boundless Realms
September 29, 2022 17:16 - 6 minutes - 5.88 MBI return to the ScryFall random card feature and talk about Shrines for a couple minutes with a Shrine that allows you to pay 1 mana on your End Step to put (potentially) a bunch of +1/+1 counters on target Shrine you control. This card did a lot of work for me in Neon Dynasty Limited.
MY FAVORITE EDH Deck Revealed! A.K.A. a Kothophed, Soul Hoarder Deck Tech
September 27, 2022 18:00 - 27 minutes - 21.7 MBIf you've listened to my podcast for long enough, you've probably heard me gush about my Kothophed, Soul Hoarder decklist. This episode dives into the deck and I explain why I added certain cards around this extremely-underrated Demon! You can find the decklist here: https://www.moxfield.com/decks/9rqp0jOmyUCPbxGxH9Gu6A
Our Favorite Handy MTG Cards Redux (feat. CoachJRo)
September 20, 2022 17:00 - 44 minutes - 43.7 MBCoachJRo joins the show to talk cards that we include in many of our decks. You can find JRo's content HERE: https://linktr.ee/UnsummonedSkull You can purchase an MTG in Quarantine playmat or find my Moxfield profile on LinkTree at https://linktr.ee/mtginquarantine
Fun Size Spotlight: Angel of Grace
September 15, 2022 17:00 - 7 minutes - 6.32 MBToday's Fun Size Spotlight looks at Angel's Grace-effect-on-a-stick Angel of Grace, a creature which can save you from lethal damage and keep your life total at 1 while also giving you a 5/4 Flying body with Flash.
Volrath Clones Nitro Casual Deck Tech w/ TheHermitDruid
September 13, 2022 17:00 - 37 minutes - 38.5 MBWhat's that? Cloning other players' stuff is good and works? TheHermitDruid joins the show to talk about his Nitro Casual Volrath, the Shapestealer build, which uses your opponents' best stuff against them. You can find the decklist HERE: https://www.moxfield.com/decks/73Dmx9XI5kqIXjTdwuACtA
Okotoberfest 2022 cEDH Tournament Preview w/ Beth from Monarch Media
September 06, 2022 17:00 - 24 minutes - 24.8 MBOkotoberfest 2022 is coming to Philadelphia, PA in November with a cEDH tournament! Beth (Queen of Cardboard and Social Media Lead for Monarch Media) joins the show to discuss what Okotoberfest is and why you should attend if you're in the area. We also go over Monarch's proxy and playtest card policies as well as some of the Content Creator stuff that will happen at the event (along with the Main Event). You can find the Okotoberfest 2022 website HERE: https://www.monarch.cards/okotoberfes...
MJ's Top 5 Underrated Dominaria United Commanders
August 30, 2022 17:38 - 26 minutes - 22.3 MBDominaria United shall be released soon, and I highlight 5 Commanders that really excite me (and might build around!). None of the super-popular ones are on this list, too, so you're getting some real deep-cuts here.
TOP 5 Underrated Dominaria United Commanders
August 30, 2022 17:38 - 26 minutes - 22.3 MBDominaria United shall be released soon, and I highlight 5 Commanders that really excite me (and might build around!). None of the super-popular ones are on this list, too, so you're getting some real deep-cuts here.
Promoting Diversity in Gaming Spaces, Tabletop Jocks, and EDH w/ Joseph Johnson (a.k.a. Blackneto)
August 23, 2022 18:06 - 56 minutes - 57.4 MBActor and Tabletop Jocks luminary Joseph Johnson joins the show to discuss how Tabletop Jocks seeks to provide a safe and inclusive space for all across the gaming community. You can find the Tabletop Jocks channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRVHw9QwLrBahwku8sGOD7g?app=desktop&sub_confirmation=1 You can find Joseph Johnson at: https://linktr.ee/Blackneto_
Previewing Dominaria United w/ KatieKarlov!
August 17, 2022 15:14 - 54 minutes - 53.3 MBWhat do Compleation Counters, a Phyrexian Lotus, and the Join Forces mechanic all have in common? They are mentioned in this episode highlighting the Mark Rosewater Tumblr post for Dominaria United. Katie Karlov of Twitch fame and the Birds of Paradise joins the show to speculate on some of the cards we might see in this set. You can find Katie Karlov on Twitch at: https://linktr.ee/katiekarlov You can find the Birds of Paradise at: https://twitter.com/birdsMTG
cEDH Selesnya Stax with Yasharn, Implacable Earth (feat. ConnorCEDH)
August 16, 2022 16:45 - 20 minutes - 20.8 MBStax is back as ConnorCEDH explains Selesnya Stax with Yasharn, Implacable Earth. This deck uses its Commander and a variety of hatebears to slow down its opponents and then beat them with creature beats or a combo. You can find the list here: https://www.moxfield.com/decks/c0vCJr_6eEmf7AECzDNFTA
Lightning Build: Zurgo Bellstriker (feat. ManaCurves)
August 11, 2022 17:03 - 25 minutes - 25.8 MBOn this episode of the Lightning Build, Chase (a.k.a. ManaCurves) joins the show to build Zurgo Bellstriker, a 2/2/ for 1 red mana with an interesting Dash ability. Chase uses this Commander to build a very aggressive Red deck with tons of small creatures and ways to make them punch through for damage. You can find ManaCurves' LInkTree HERE: https://linktr.ee/ManaCurves
Favorite Moments from CommandFest Bellevue 2022
August 09, 2022 17:03 - 11 minutes - 9.44 MBOn this episode, friends who I met in-person at CommandFest Bellevue share their favorite memories from the event. I also explain my own favorite moments from the event that put the Gathering back in Magic.
CommandFest Bellevue Recap, Cosplaying, and Casual Commander w/ GiraffaNat!
August 05, 2022 15:13 - 1 hour - 66 MBTwitch streamer and fellow cosplayer GiraffaNat joins the show to recap CommandFest Bellevue in late July 2022 as well as to discuss the art of cosplaying and casual Commander! You can find GiraffaNat on Twitch at https://t.co/He41KE91nG
Dancing with Fire w/ Rionya, Fire Dancer cEDH (feat. FadedMTG)
July 19, 2022 16:51 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBHailing from Commander 2021, Rionya, Fire Dancer is a mono-red cEDH deck which can create infinite tokens using its Commander's combat step ability or use other mono Red combo lines to achieve victory. Faded MTG explains how the deck works, some of the interesting cards included in the list, and some other fun tips for those interested in trying out the deck for themselves. You can find Faded MTG over at: https://linktr.ee/fadedmtg The decklist from this episode can be found HERE: https://...
A Beginner's Guide to the Explorer Format (feat. TheOneJame)
July 14, 2022 15:43 - 29 minutes - 33.4 MBTheOneJame joins the show to discuss the digital Explorer format on MTG Arena and goes overall many of the most popular decks currently in the format. This episode is intended to help listeners learn about the Explorer format and provide tips for getting started. You can find TheOneJame's YouTube page HERE: https://www.youtube.com/TheOneJameYT You can find the MTG Goldfish Explorer meta list here: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/metagame/explorer#paper
The Explosive DAB Farm (Dargo/Tymna) in cEDH (a.k.a. Dargo Go Brrrrrrrr). Feat. TheHermitDruid
July 12, 2022 15:57 - 43 minutes - 45.3 MBOn this cEDH Deck Talk, TheHermitDruid joins the show to discuss one of his personal favorite deck brews, DAB Farm! With the pairing of Dargo, the Shipwrecker and Tymna, the Weaver, players can loop Dargo in many different ways to accrue infinite mana and use the number of payoffs to quickly win the game. And since it's a Turbo Naus deck, paying mana as quickly as possible into Ad Naus is made quite possible through Dargo. By the end of the episode, you will also want to play Dargo in cEDH! ...
The Kitchen Table Brewing Experience in EDH (And Why YOU Should Try This Format with YOUR Playgroup!) (feat. Patron Nick S.)
July 08, 2022 16:48 - 33 minutes - 32.6 MBHave a box of cards that you're not using for your EDH decks? Why not try to build a deck on the spot with only the cards in your collection? My playgroup recently held a kitchen table brewing session where 3 of us brewed new decks on the spot before playing a game. Patron Nick S. joins the show to discuss his Anje, Maid of Dishonor build while I talk about my Commander Liara Portyr brew.
Super-Special 2-Year Anniversary Celebration of the MTGIQ Podcast! A Review of EDH Decks Which Have Come and Gone in the Past 2-plus Years
June 30, 2022 17:11 - 33 minutes - 28.9 MBIt's been two years of the MTGIQ podcast as of today, and this episode is dedicated to the EDH decks that have come and gone over the last two years. Included are references to decks such as Glissa, the Traitor, Olivia Voldaren, and Renata, Called to the Hunt. And apologies to Carlos and team from KingdomsTV for me forgetting them in the recording.
Double Masters 2022 (2X2) Review w/ Danny from Dad Jokes and Cardboard Podcast
June 28, 2022 16:28 - 46 minutes - 54.8 MBDouble Masters 2022 (2X2) is just about to release, which means that it's time to review this set! Danny from Dad Jokes and Cardboard joins the show to discuss all of the big-money reprints as well as all of the crazy cards at both Uncommon and Common rarities. You can find DJAC at: https://linktr.ee/DadJokesandCardboard
Fun Size Spotlight: Chain Lightning
June 24, 2022 17:00 - 8 minutes - 7.49 MBOn this episode of the Fun Size Spotlight, I highlight Chain Lightning, a Sorcery for a single Red mana which can hit any target for 3 damage and then can be copied for 2 red mana. It sees play in my Godo, Bandit Warlord cEDH deck as a removal spell.
Lightning Build: Kolvori, God of Kinship (feat. Beth/Queen of Cardboard)
June 22, 2022 17:11 - 39 minutes - 38.2 MBThe Lightning Builds are back as Beth (Queen of Cardboard) joins the show to build Kolvori, God of Kinship mono-Green Storm! You can find Beth's channel HERE at https://linktr.ee/QueenofCardboard and the Community of Cardboard at https://linktr.ee/communityofcard
Know a Brewer: JafferMTG
June 14, 2022 17:09 - 28 minutes - 23.4 MBLive from Dreamhack Dallas 2022, I sit down with MTG streamer Jaffer to discuss his two EDH decks and how he goes about building new EDH decks. We then discuss the experience from the floor at Dreamhack Dallas 2022. You can find Jaffer's Twitch at twitch.tv/jaffer You can find my LinkTree at linktr.ee/mtginquarantine
Prize Booster Pack Opening of Innistrad: Crimson Vow (LIVE at Dreamhack Dallas 2022)
June 10, 2022 17:15 - 7 minutes - 6.2 MBAs part of going 1-1 drop at the Mystery Booster Sealed event at Dreamhack Dallas 2022, I earned some prize tix which I traded in for a booster pack of Innistrad: Crimson Vow. And so I opened the pack live on the air for everyone to hear! Stay tuned for more content from Dreamhack!
I Believe in a Thing Called Magic: Magic-Related Song Parodies and Ragavan Cosplaying with VeggieWagon (LIVE in the Creator Hub at Dreamhack Dallas 2022!)
June 07, 2022 21:20 - 25 minutes - 20.4 MBVeggieWagon is an insanely-talented performer who does a variety of MTG song parodies as well as streaming gameplay and other projects. I got to sit down with Veggie to discuss how he started doing song parodies, talk about his biggest projects, and think about new directions to take his ongoing Ragavan cosplay! And all of this was recorded LIVE in the Creator Hub at Dreamhack Dallas 2022 where we were both invited Content Creators! You can find Veggie's work here: https://linktr.ee/veggiew...
MJ's DreamHack Dallas 2022 Preview!! (And a Re-Introduction to the MTG In Quarantine Podcast)
June 02, 2022 00:00 - 11 minutes - 10 MBHello to listeners new and returning! DreamHack Dallas 2022 is here, and I'm going to give you the lowdown on both the Convention as well as what you can expect to hear on my show, MTG In Quarantine. I want to provide a wealth of different MTG topics with a bunch of cool people! You can find me LinkTree with all my social links at linktr.ee/mtginquarantine.
Building Around Unheralded Creature Types in EDH (feat. Coach JRo!)
May 31, 2022 17:36 - 58 minutes - 54.8 MBThere are hundreds of creature types in MTG, but many of them don't have much (or any) dedicated means of printed support cards (i.e. "Lords", supporting enchantments, etc.) as a group. Coach JRo joins me to discuss our personal deck builds around unheralded creature types in EDH and explain how choosing a creature type with little in the way of printed support cards doesn't mean that the deck can't still be fun/flavorful to play. JRo discusses his PokeDecks that fit along this concept, and ...
STOP USING POWER LEVELS in EDH! Why Explaining the Intent of an EDH Deck, not a Subjective Numeric "Power Level", is CRITICAL in EDH
May 27, 2022 17:54 - 1 hour - 51.8 MB"Power Levels" are often cited by EDH players trying to find a pod to play in, but such a subjective piece of criteria fails to address the complexity of an EDH game/pod. I argue that Power Levels do not exist and should not exist - instead, the Intent of a Deck (i.e. what the deck aims to do, how quickly it gets to a potential winning position, etc.) is far more important than a single number based on subjective criteria. Rule 0 conversations are critical in EDH and need to be had before ev...
Experiences in Building and Maintaining a Personal Commander Cube (w/ DementedKirby from The Commander's Tavern)
May 20, 2022 20:51 - 45 minutes - 53.9 MBCommander Legends brought the Commander draft experience into the mainstream, but many intrepid EDH players have long-maintained their own curated Commander cubes! Demented Kirby from The Commander's Tavern joins me to discuss the process of building his personal Commander cube and explains how it has changed over time. You can find the Commander Tavern YouTube HERE. The link to the Cube from the episode can be found HERE. The Cube miniseries can be found HERE.