Every week, LSV and BK cover all things Constructed, from the newest decks to Constructed fundamentals.
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Join Gaby Spartz and Mashi Scanlan each week as they cover the latest in Magic news and events. Prepare yourself for hot takes, Mashi's attempt at clever jokes, and a deep dive into Magic, gaming, and more!
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Like Batman or the Jedi or uh, the cast of Cocoon, LSV and BK have RETURNED! There's tons to talk about between bans, set champs and Neon Dynasty!Di Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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With NEO making impacts on every format, LSV and BK weigh in on which cards are a flash in the pan and which are here to stay. Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsvDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources #71 - Do Constructs Dream of Electric Sheep?
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This action-packed episode covers the multi-format bans, Alchemy changes, and the electric highlights from Kamigawa! Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsvDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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LSV and BK tackle a variety of topics this week - retroactive invites, the state of Alchemy, the recent Pauper bans and what the upcoming ban announcement might hold (for every format). Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsv…
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With the Alchemy Arena Open coming this weekend, BK and LSV take a look at the best Alchemy cards, decks, and play patterns, and leave you with recommendations with what to play! Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsv…
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Constructed Resources #68 - Modern Problems Require Modern Solutions
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The boys are back in town, and they go deep on Modern gameplay decisions. This episode has tips and tricks for all the most-played Modern staples! Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsvDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources #67 - Breaking Down Alchemy
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Alchemy has hit the (digital) streets, and LSV and BK break down what looks promising in the first day of testing! Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsvDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources #66 - Alchemical Reactions
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A new online-only format was just announced, and the guys do a deep dive on what the implications are and give their first takes on it! Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsvDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Luis and BK dive into the Standard metagame and look back at the Modern main event in Las Vegas to see what the format looks like in paper.Di Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources Episode 64: Official Host BK
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Eternal Weekend, Standard data and an overview of Crimson Vow with new official actual host not co-host BK. Yes the same BK.Di Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources #63 - Wedding Gifts, Part 1
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LSV makes his triumphant return, as him and BK dole out awards for the best in each category in Crimson Vow. There are some good ones, and they go deep on how each new card could be used!Di Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Alrund's Epiphany strikes again, as this episode took a few extra turns before being posted. BK has plenty to say about both Historic and Standard, and even more about Dune (with a special guest).Di Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Your usual hosts BK and BK go over your questions from the CR Discord in this weeks more intimate show! Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckstDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources #60 - Business as Usual
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Your usual hosts Marshall and BK go over what happened last weekend at Worlds as well as much more! Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Marshall Sutcliffe - @Marshall_LRDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources #59 - Worlds Breakdown
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LSV and BK breakdown what you can expect to see this weekend at MTG Worlds. Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsvDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Gaby and Mashi cover the huge Twitch data breach, as well as share their favorite memories from paper Magic. Timestamps 07:08 - Twitch Leaks 35:16 - Favorite Paper Magic Memories Social Media MagicFM - @MagicFMPodcast Gaby Spartz - @GabySpartz Mashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlan Links Twitch leaks LSV's content creation Twitter thread…
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Constructed Resources #58 - The Definitive Guide to Modern
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LSV and BK take a good long look at Modern, and break down the best decks and cards from every archetype. Whether you're a fan of Modern or thinking about getting in, this is the episode for you. Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsv…
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Constructed Resources #57 - Threat and Response
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For every threat, there's a proper response - LSV and BK go over the different kinds of threats in Standard, why they are good, and how to answer them. Deck of the Week Legacy Dwarf Bugs Discord Join the CR Discord!Di Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources #56 - On a Midnight Hunt Goin' Anywhere
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BK and LSV break down the sweet stuff from day 1 of Innistrad's release, highlighting the cards and decks that stood out in Standard and Modern. Decks of the Week Huey's RG Werewolves LSV's Dimir Control Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.comDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources #55 - The Best Deck in Historic and Innistrad First Takes
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With the Arena Open this weekend, LSV and BK go over the metagame and the deck to beat, as well as covering the Innistrad cards that have caught their eye. Decks of the Week Jeskai Control Join the CR Discord: https://discord.gg/2NCBjpZHCx Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsv…
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MagicFM #70 - A New Innistrad and a New Year of Magic
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Gaby and Mashi take a look at the mechanics of Innistrad, as well as what's coming next year to the world of Magic. Timestamps 12:19 - Innistrad Midnight Hunt Mechanics 25:40 - Store Championship 34:28 - 2022 Standard Releases 50:25 - Ancillary Products and Universes Beyond Social Media MagicFM - @MagicFMPodcast Gaby Spartz - @GabySpartz Mashi Scan…
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Constructed Resources #54 - Izzet Good?
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LSV just submitted his decklist for the highest-stakes tournament of the year - listen as the guys break down the list, as well as cover the "Ethical Gray Area" of the week. *Note that the start of the tournament got pushed back a day, so Friday is the new start day, not Thursday as said in the podcast* Decks of the Week Izzet Yorion…
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Constructed Resources #53 - Historic Horizons with Sam Pardee
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BK is joined by special guest (and newest MPL member) Sam Pardee to break down what Historic Horizons has to offer! Deck of the Week Modern Calibrated Blast Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsvDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources Episode 52: Anniversary Q&A
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It's been a year of Constructed Resources and LSV and BK are taking this episode to answer all of your questions!Di Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources #51 - Keeping Your Mental Game Strong
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Magic is a mental game, and this week the guys talk about how to keep yours on point (including a very relevant example of LSV putting these lessons in action). Decks of the Week Historic Jeskai Standard NayaDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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With digital mechanics and spoiler seasons coming from all sides, Gaby and Mashi discuss if it's getting to be too overwhelming to follow. Timestamps Jumpstart and Digital only mechanics - 15:00 Are there too many spoilers? - 41:38 Social Media MagicFM - @MagicFMPodcast Gaby Spartz - @GabySpartz Mashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlan Links Jumpstart Histori…
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Constructed Resources #50 - Winota Deep Dive
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Naya Winota is the best deck in Standard right now, so BK and LSV take a deep dive on how to build it, how to play it, and how to beat it. If you're playing Standard, you won't want to miss it! Deck of the Week Jund CitadelDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources #49 - The State of Standard (and Jumpstart)
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You asked, we answered - BK and LSV give you a full Standard format breakdown just in time for the Arena Open this weekend (and chat about Historic Jumpstart too). Deck of the Week Standard WinotaDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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With Brainstorm suspended, BK and LSV tackle the reasons why, how winrates can be deceptive, and what the shape of Historic is now. Decks of the Week Modern Mill Pioneer Enigmatic IncarnationDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources #47 - Everything You Need to Know About Standard 2022
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If you're wondering what Standard 2022 is and it feels like to late to ask, BK and LSV have got you. They go over the format, why it exists, and what's good in it, as well as looking to what implications it has on the future.Di Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources #46 - (Demi)Liches Get Stitches
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Demilich is the most exciting AFR card previewed so far, and there's plenty more on top of that. The guys chat about their picks for the new set, and venture into the dungeon mechanic while they are at it. Decks of the Week Oops, All Elementals MonkeyStillDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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MagicFM #68 - Venturing Into The Dungeon
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Gaby and Mashi jump right into Adventures in the Forgotten Realms, with takes on the mechanics, flavor, and more! Timestamps AFR Dungeons - 13:25 Flavor text in mechanics - 26:24 Flavor of the set and expectations born from D&D lore - 38:00 Final thoughts on AFR - 56:00 Social Media MagicFM - @MagicFMPodcast Gaby Spartz - @GabySpartz Mashi Scanlan …
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Constructed Resources #45 - White: Weakest Color or Underrated Gem?
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BK and LSV are back with another Prismatic episode, this time focusing on White. They cover everything from strengths to weaknesses, and tackle the age-old question of where it fits in the overall rankings. Decks of the Week Jeskai Stoneblade Naya EnchantressDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources #44 - A Tale of Two Sagas
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Urza's Saga is making a huge impact on both Legacy and Modern, and it's not the only MH2 card to do so. LSV and BK give you the rundown, and even touch on the recent Historic ban. Decks of the Week Jeskai Mutate Undying ComboDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources #43 - Modern Horizons Returns
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LSV and BK talk all things MH2, with a look at what they think will make a big impact. Decks of the Week Jeskai Turns Sultai UltimatumDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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MagicFM #67 - New Horizons for Both Modern and Pro Magic
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The winds of change are coming - Gaby and Mashi weigh in on Modern Horizons 2, the future of Pro Magic, and more. Timestamps The death of the MPL - 12:45 Modern Horizons 2 Dive - 28:14 Social Media MagicFM - @MagicFMPodcast Gaby Spartz - @GabySpartz Mashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlan Links MPL cancellation announcement…
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With Thassa's Oracle getting the axe in Historic, LSV and BK delve into what comes next, and why they think the Tainted Pact deck is far from dead. Decks of the Week Historic Jeskai Twiddle StormDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources #41 - The End Of An Era
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In a special episode of Constructed Resources, LSV and BK talk about the recent Organized Play announcement, their takes on how we got here, and some thought on what may come next. AnnouncementDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Gaby and Mashi weigh in on the massive announcement drop this week, covering topics from the D&D crossover set to Modern Horizons 2 (and more)! Timestamps Modern Horizons 2 News - 10:39 Adventures in the Forgotten Realms News - 31:27 WPN Play and Arena Announcements - 43:43 Social Media MagicFM - @MagicFMPodcast Gaby Spartz - @GabySpartz Mashi Scan…
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Constructed Resources #40 - A Grab Bag of Announcements
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With a huge announcement drop yesterday, BK and LSV cover their reactions, thoughts on topics such as rotation, and more! Decks of the Week Sultai Titan's Nest Modern Orzhov HatebearsDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources #39 - Advanced Plays for Advanced Players
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Keeping 1-landers, killing your own stuff, and setting strange Arena stops - these are all advanced plays that are sometimes right. BK and LSV cover high strategy, and where you should diverge from conventional wisdom. Decks of the Week RG Valakut 4c Bring to LightDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources #38 - The Tron Episode
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Love it or hate it, Tron has been one of the pillars of Modern for the last decade. BK and LSV break down everything you need to know to understand it, play it, or beat it. Decks of the Week Historic Rogues Historic Jeskai OpusDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources #37 - A Historic New Era
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Everything in Historic changed when the Mystical Archive attacked. LSV and BK cover what's hot and what's not on day 1 of the new Historic era. Decks of the Week Sultai Ultimatum Pioneer 4c LukkaDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources #36 - Strixhaven Honor Roll
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With the full Strixhaven card list available, LSV and BK see which cards have high marks and which get flunked (and not without disagreeing on the way). Decks of the Week Modern Izzet Prowess Pioneer Mono-GreenDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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MagicFM #65 - Back to School With Strixhaven
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Gaby and Mashi take a look at the latest Strixhaven reveals, while also tackling artistic plagiarism and Arena on Mobile! Timestamps All about Strixhaven - 07:18 Crux of Fate plagiarism - 37:07 MTG Arena on Mobile - 50:40 Social Media MagicFM - @MagicFMPodcast Gaby Spartz - @GabySpartz Mashi Scanlan - @MashiScanlan Links Jason Felix's tweet Crux of…
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Constructed Resources #35 - Arclight Phoenix Rises From The Ashes
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LSV and BK couldn't be more excited about the addition of Faithless Looting to Historic - they chat Arclight Phoenix, other Mystical Archive cards, and even review LSV's outstanding performance with Pig-Blade in the KHM Championship. Decks of the Week Historic Cycling Modern GolgariDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources #34 - Will LSV Get Away With It Again?
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BK grills LSV on his Kaldheim Championship decklists, and comes to the conclusion that trying to pull a fast one may not work out. The lads also cover Strixhaven previews, and even have one of their own! Decks of the Week Temur Adventures Abzan Anti-JundDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources #33 - Don't Mulligan This Episode
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In an episode worth keeping, LSV and BK go over everything you need to know about mulligans, ending with a review of a bunch of sample hands. Decks of the Week Modern Heliod Company Historic Turbo-ValkiDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources #32 - Burn, Baby, Burn
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LSV and BK investigate the way of the Lava Spike this week, with a full breakdown on Burn decks. How to play 'em, how to beat 'em, and a look at the Top 10 Burn cards of all time. Decks of the Week Lee Shi Tian Burn Matt Sperling BurnDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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Constructed Resources #31 - You've Got Questions, We've Got Answers
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LSV and BK bust out the mailbag, and answer questions about Constructed, Organized Play, why LSV played Mono-Red, and much more! Decks of the Week Pioneer Jund Sacrifice Naya MidrangeDi Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom
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