Explore every episode of the podcast Discard for Magic
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| Summoning a Campaign Pt 2-Colby and Joe | 09 Apr 2026 | 00:36:00 | |
More info about the upcoming campaign mode, new games coming from Plaid Hat, and your questions from the community! We interview Colby and Joe discussing video games, Kickstarter, and what is new in Summoner Wars! Summoner Wars Discord:https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| Summoning a Campaign-Colby and Joe | 26 Mar 2026 | 00:41:58 | |
More info about the upcoming campaign mode, which faction would win in the Winter Olympics, and your questions from the community! We interview Colby and Joe discussing board games, Kickstarter, and what is new in Summoner Wars! Summoner Wars Discord:https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| Isle Vekkid Faction Overview-Nesle and Allies | 12 Mar 2026 | 00:59:16 | |
Isle Vekkid expert analysis, how manage their deck, and what events to use when. We interview Nesle and Allies, two Isle Vekkid experts! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and when to use Island's Might.
Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com | |||
| A Look Behind the Lore-Mr. Bistro | 26 Feb 2026 | 00:48:42 | |
A look at the upcoming comics, a look behind the lore, and how Mr. Bistro came to be! We interview Bistro from Plaid Hat Games discussing writing, the comics, and what books he enjoys! Summoner Wars Discord:https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| Competitive Tier List-Wave 5 | 12 Feb 2026 | 00:44:27 | |
Tier lists are back! This episode we explain our tier list giving a bit of background behind the ranking we gave each faction. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| A Brief History of Brub | 29 Jan 2026 | 00:37:41 | |
It has been years since Jexik created the iconic brub deck! We discuss how it happened, the cards that make it special, and which cards got left behind. Hope you enjoy!
Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com | |||
| Savanna Elves Faction Overview-Ciabatta | 15 Jan 2026 | 00:51:36 | |
Savanna Elves expert analysis, how manage their deck, and what events to use when. We interview Ciabatta, a Savanna Elves expert! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and when to use chant of power.
Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com | |||
| How to Use Bad Cards Pt 2-Beanseasly and AstroCosmos | 01 Jan 2026 | 00:41:02 | |
Bean and Astro join us for a discussion of how to use bad cards! This episode we talk about what tips they have, how to make the most of certain circumstances, and which cards we think are the worst! Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| How to Use Bad Cards-Beanseasly and AstroCosmos | 18 Dec 2025 | 00:52:23 | |
Bean and Astro join us for a discussion of how to use bad cards! This episode we talk about what tips they have, how to make the most of certain circumstances, and which cards we think are the worst! Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| Introducing Your Friends to Summoner Wars-Marspad and QuixoteCrusader | 04 Dec 2025 | 00:50:02 | |
Marspad and Quixote join us for a discussion of how to introduce new people to the game! This episode we talk about what tips they have, how to run tournaments, and how to get people to join the app! Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| The Filth Faction Overview-AstroCosmos | 20 Nov 2025 | 01:11:47 | |
Filth expert analysis, the best options to win with them, and what mutants to summon when. We interview AstroCosmos, a Filth expert! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and is Abomination a must.
Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com | |||
| Updates From Plaid Hat HQ Part 2-Colby and Joe | 06 Nov 2025 | 00:37:01 | |
A look at the upcoming factions, a new game called Monolith, and your questions from the community! We interview Colby and Joe from Plaid Hat! Summoner Wars Discord:https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| Updates From Plaid Hat HQ-Colby and Joe | 23 Oct 2025 | 00:50:33 | |
A look at the upcoming factions, a new game mode, and your questions from the community! We interview Colby and Joe discussing community questions, Halloween, and the new campaign mode! Summoner Wars Discord:https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| Deepwood Groaks Faction Overview-Magnifico | 09 Oct 2025 | 00:56:51 | |
Deepwood Groaks expert analysis, the best options to win with them, and what champs to summon. We interview Magnifico, a Deepwood Groaks expert! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and which potions to brew.
Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com | |||
| Thornhold Drey Preview-Jeff Joyce | 25 Sep 2025 | 00:42:57 | |
Thornhold Drey sneak peek, how the faction was designed, and why squirrels! We discuss everything from Jeff's back story and ideas, how playtesting changed the faction, and the upcoming unit abilities. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| Avoiding Burnout-Beanseasly and Davood | 11 Sep 2025 | 00:46:03 | |
Bean and Davood join us for a discussion of how to avoid burn out! This episode we talk about when to take breaks, when gives us burn out, and how to avoid getting to that point! Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| Three's A Crowd-Zoning and Crowding | 28 Aug 2025 | 00:44:21 | |
Positioning is key! We discuss zoning, crowding, and which factions excel at each. Hope you enjoy!
Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com | |||
| Storm Goblins Faction Overview-Cherez | 14 Aug 2025 | 00:52:44 | |
Storm Goblin expert analysis, what units to use, and when to get the most out of your events. We interview Cherez, a Storm Goblin expert! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, when to create circuits, and how to use chain lightning effectively.
Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com | |||
| Unconventional Playstyles-Beanseasly | 31 Jul 2025 | 00:50:46 | |
Bean joins for a discussion of each of our 5 favorite unconventional playstyles! This episode we are going though how to play factions a different way! Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| Shimmersea Fae Faction Overview-TheBeastSlumbers | 17 Jul 2025 | 00:51:37 | |
Shimmersea Fae expert analysis, what units to use, and when to get the most out of your events. We interview TheBeastSlumbers, a Shimmersea Fae expert! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, when to pressure your opponent, and how to use Nymira effectively.
Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com | |||
| Cave Goblin Faction Overview-Redhawk | 03 Jul 2025 | 00:51:11 | |
Cave Goblin expert analysis, what units to use, and when to get the most out of your events. We interview Redhawk, a Cave Goblin expert! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, when to pressure your opponent, and how to use Sneeks effectively.
Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com | |||
| Summoning a Designer-David Richards | 19 Jun 2025 | 00:46:55 | |
A look at what it takes to be a Graphic Designer! We interview David Richards discussing games he has done graphic design for, the process and what that entails, and his thoughts on Summoner Wars! Summoner Wars Discord:https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| A Publisher With Roots-Nick Murray | 22 May 2025 | 00:56:24 | |
A look at what it takes to be a board game publisher! We interview Nick Murray discussing games he has published, the process of finding hidden Knizia's, and what he thought of Summoner Wars! Summoner Wars Discord:https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| Stats Stats Stats-Joe Ellis | 08 May 2025 | 01:09:06 | |
All the stats you could ask for! We interview Joe discussing this years stats, community questions, and the implications of tariffs! Summoner Wars Discord:https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| Tundra Orc Faction Overview- Nesle | 24 Apr 2025 | 00:49:06 | |
Tundra Orc expert analysis, what units to use, and when to get the most out of your events. We interview Nesle, a Tundra Orc expert! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and how aggressive to be with Grognack.
Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com | |||
| Sand Goblins Overview-Nick and Profit | 10 Apr 2025 | 00:50:49 | |
Sand Goblins expert analysis, what units to use, and when to get the most out of your events. We interview Nick and Profit, a couple of Sand Goblin experts! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and how to get the most out of Krusk.
Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com
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| Common Draft-Beanseasly | 27 Mar 2025 | 01:05:08 | |
Bean joins for a common draft day! This episode we are going though the commons in the game and drafting our favorites. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| The Merchant of Design-Robert Hovakimyan | 13 Mar 2025 | 00:52:28 | |
A look at what it takes to make a board game! We interview Robert Hovakimyan discussing games he has designed, the process of developing games, and what he thought of Summoner Wars! Summoner Wars Discord:https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| Improve Your Play. Vex Your Foes. ????. Profit.-Vexer and Profit | 27 Feb 2025 | 00:55:10 | |
We interview two of the top players Profit and Vexer for tips on how to play at the highest level! They give tricks and strategies on ways to improve and what to focus on as you grow as a player! Hope you enjoy! Summoner Wars Discord:https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| Summoner Wars Updates Part 2-Colby and Joe | 13 Feb 2025 | 00:37:10 | |
Part 2 of the updates, previewing the upcoming factions, new games from PHG, and your questions from the community! We interview Colby and Joe discussing this years stats, community questions, and which faction would be the best football team! Summoner Wars Discord:https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| Summoner Wars Updates-Joe and Colby | 30 Jan 2025 | 00:47:20 | |
A look at 2025 for Plaid Hat Games, the upcoming factions, and your questions from the community! We interview Colby and Joe discussing this years stats, community questions, and the new squirrel faction! Summoner Wars Discord:https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| Crimson Order Faction Overview-Shmeebee and Tortugatron | 16 Jan 2025 | 00:51:03 | |
Skilled Crimson Order analysis, what units to use, and when to get the most out of your events. We interview Shmeebee and Tortugatron, two Crimson Order experts! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and how to use the Baron's hitpoints effectively.
Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com | |||
| A Tournament to Master-Clarissimus | 02 Jan 2025 | 00:38:06 | |
The Factions Masters Tournament where the top ranked players compete in single elimination. We interview the creator Clarissimus, a tournament orgnaizer! We discuss everything from the origin of his name, his Summoner Wars backstory, and the Faction Masters tournament! Summoner Wars Discord Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| Eternal Council Faction Overview-Snalg | 19 Dec 2024 | 00:58:14 | |
Eternal Council expert analysis, what units to use, and when to get the most out of your events. We interview Snalg, a Eternal Council expert! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and how aggressive to be with Edia.
Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com | |||
| Champ Draft-Beanseasly | 05 Dec 2024 | 01:03:08 | |
Bean joins for a champ draft day! This episode we are going though the champs in the game and drafting our favorites.
Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark.
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| The Forged Faction Overview-Magus and Allies | 14 Nov 2024 | 01:04:35 | |
The Forged expert analysis, what units to use, and when to get the most out of your events. We interview Allies and Magus, a couple of Forgemasters! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and how aggressive to be.
Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com | |||
| Phoenix Elves Faction Overview-Morningtime | 31 Oct 2024 | 00:48:23 | |
Phoenix Elves expert analysis, what units to use, and when to get the most out of your events. We interview Morningtime, a Phoenix Elf expert! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and how aggressive to be.
Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com | |||
| Event Draft-Beanseasly | 17 Oct 2024 | 01:06:28 | |
Bean joins for an event draft day! This episode we are going though the events in the game and drafting our favorites. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| Double Trouble-Donald and Niki | 03 Oct 2024 | 01:21:28 | |
Niki's backstory, HR complaints, and could the Summoner Wars universe be expanded! We interview Donald and Niki discussing who is the main character of Summoner Wars, factions they made, and Summoner Wars as a TTRPG. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| Fun Tier List-Wave 4 | 19 Sep 2024 | 00:37:13 | |
We rank everything, again but just on enjoyment! This episode we are going though our fun tier list and giving a bit of background behind the ranking we gave each faction. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| Shadow Elves Faction Overview-Shampoo and Vexer | 05 Sep 2024 | 01:02:45 | |
Shadow Elves expert analysis, hand management, and when to go for the assasination. We interview Shampoo and Vexer, two Shadow Elf experts! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and how to generate boosts.
Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com | |||
| Skyspear Avians Faction Overview-Devlinfish | 22 Aug 2024 | 00:58:33 | |
Skyspear Avian expert analysis, when to dive in, and what champs to summon. We interview Devlinfish, a Skyspear Avian expert! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and how aggressive to be.
Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com | |||
| Competitive Tier List-Wave 4 | 08 Aug 2024 | 00:37:06 | |
We rank everything! This episode we are flying solo and go through our tier list giving a bit of background behind the ranking we gave each faction. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| Frogs, Bats, and Stats-Colby and Joe | 25 Jul 2024 | 00:53:12 | |
All the stats, the upcoming factions, and your questions from the community! We interview Colby and Joe discussing this years stats, community questions, and upcoming factions. Wandering Galaxy Kickstarter Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| A Crossroads Far Far Away-Colby and Joe | 11 Jul 2024 | 00:46:17 | |
All the faction spoilers, if Plaid Hat ran an amusement park, and their very first kickstarter! We interview Colby and Joe discussing upcoming factions, amusement parks, and Wandering Galaxy. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| Deckbuilding Dynamics-GameBear and Cheezits | 27 Jun 2024 | 00:58:54 | |
The state of deck-building, how to introduce new players to deckbuilding, and how our guests came to the game! We interview GameBear and Cheezits, two of the most dominant and prolific deckbuilders! We discuss everything from how they got started, to how to shape the meta, and should certain cards be banned.
Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic podcast logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| Chosen Grove Preview-Donald and Nick | 13 Jun 2024 | 01:07:44 | |
Chosen Grove sneak peek, potential future factions, and where all of Plaid Hat's ideas come from! We discuss everything from Donald's back story and ideas, how the Chosen Grove is going in playtesting, and the upcoming Wandering Galaxy. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| Mountain Vargath Faction Overview-Beaneasly | 30 May 2024 | 00:52:37 | |
Mountain Vargath expert analysis, the best options to win with them, and what champs to summon. We interview Beaneasly, a Mountain Vargath expert! We discuss everything from worst faction match ups, which cards to discard for magic, and how aggressive to be.
Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj If you have any questions, feel free to email us at aaronvw8@gmail.com | |||
| Top of the Tower-Tom Vasel | 16 May 2024 | 00:46:25 | |
Details about the Dice Tower, how Tom found Summoner Wars, and the best convention food options! We interview Tom Vasel, creater of the Dice Tower! We discuss everything from how Tom started the Dice Tower, upcoming Dice Tower content and conventions, and their board game library. Summoner Wars Discord Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||
| TurtleCast-Tortugatron | 02 May 2024 | 00:45:20 | |
The potential turtle faction, running community tournaments, and the origin of tortugatrons name. We interview Tortugatron, a tournament orgnaizer! We discuss everything from the turt avatar, upcoming tournaments, and rankings of different factions. Summoner Wars Discord: https://discord.gg/D8Bb4Xxzmj
Summoner Wars and the Summoner Wars logo are trademarks of Plaid Hat Games. The Discard for Magic logo was designed by Lark. | |||