Griffin Fleischaker discuss the use of proxy cards in Magic: The Gathering to his father who is just learning the game, especially in light of recent card bans and market changes.

They explain the concept of proxies, their benefits and drawbacks, and the community's acceptance of them, particularly in non-sanctioned events. The conversation covers how proxies can make the game more accessible and less financially burdensome, while also highlighting the importance of supporting local game stores.

They also touch on the legality and ethical considerations surrounding the use of proxies.

00:00 Introduction to Griffin Fly MTG
00:05 Impact of Recent Bans on Card Value
01:14 Understanding Proxies in Magic: The Gathering
02:06 Proxies vs. Real Cards: A Debate
03:13 Proxies in Casual Play
04:04 Community Views on Proxies
06:48 Proxies and the Marketplace
09:06 Ethics and Etiquette of Using Proxies
12:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of Griffin Fly, MTG, Griffin explores the complexities and impacts of combos in Magic: The Gathering (MTG) and tries to explain it to his dad. They discuss various types of combos, such as infinite and two-card combos, and analyze their effects on power levels and deck efficiency.

Key points include the roles of card synergy and tutors, thematic deck-building, and the significance of combos in pre-constructed decks. The episode also covers a new and upcoming tier system for deck rankings, using examples like Kinnan, Bonder Prodigy and Basalt Monolith, and Marvin and Sakashima, to illustrate how combo strengths influence deck ratings.

00:00 Introduction to Griffin Fly, MTG
00:05 Understanding Combos and Win-Cons
00:26 Types of Combos and Their Tiers
03:05 Infinite Combos Explained
05:05 Building Efficient Decks with Combos
06:58 Synergistic Combos and Fun Decks
08:29 Pre-Cons and Deck Customization
08:58 Deck Building Philosophy
09:48 Combos and Tier Systems
11:47 Infinite Combos and Game Mechanics
13:22 Complexity of Tier Rankings
15:43 Conclusion and Community Support

In this episode of Griffin Fly MTG, Griffin and his dad dive into strategies for the late game at the Battlecruiser power level in Magic: The Gathering. They discuss the transition from mid to late game, the importance of removing opponents, the role of politics in gameplay, and the risks of over-committing resources.

They also explain the progression of a game from early to late stages and compare turn lengths between different levels of play. The episode concludes with encouragement to revisit previous episodes for a comprehensive understanding of the game's phases.

00:00 Introduction to Griffin Fly MTG

00:05 Discussing Battlecruiser Power Level

01:06 Strategies for Late Game

02:56 Politics in Magic: The Gathering

05:41 Turn Length and Game Dynamics

08:13 Conclusion and Next Steps

In this episode of Griffin Fly MTG, Griffin Fleischaker teaches his father about the mid-game strategies in a Battlecruiser-style Commander deck. Topics discussed include card advantage, resource management, attacking strategies, politicking, and understanding creature stats for effective blocking and attacking.

The goal is to help beginners understand how to play efficiently and set themselves up for victory in the mid-game phase of Commander. The concept of Battlecruiser level play is also explained as combat-focused gameplay, with hints on advancing to more efficient and synergy-driven strategies.

00:00 Introduction to Griffin Fly MTG

00:25 Understanding the Mid Game

01:13 Card Advantage and Strategy

02:29 The Importance of Politicking

02:58 Combat Mechanics and Blocking

04:00 Advanced Combat Tactics

08:47 Battlecruiser Level Explained

10:48 Conclusion and Next Steps

In this episode of Griffin Fly MTG, Griffin and Greg Fleischaker delve into the early game strategy for playing Magic: The Gathering, focusing on battlecruiser, lower-powered decks.

They discuss the importance of ramping, or building mana resources, between turns one and four, and how to set up a solid board presence. The episode also touches on concepts like mulliganing, mana curves, and the minor significance of early-game attacks at this power level, aiming to help new players like Greg grasp the basics and prepare for smoother gameplay transitions.

00:00 Introduction to Griffin Fly MTG

00:13 Understanding the Early Game

01:01 Mana Ramp and Resources

01:41 Deciding Your Opening Hand

03:52 The Importance of Mana Curve

04:51 Early Game Strategies

05:24 Dealing with Early Attacks

07:24 Avoiding Pub Stomping

08:21 Conclusion and Next Steps

In this episode of Griffin Fly MTG, Griffin and Greg Fleischaker delve into the nuanced world of Magic: The Gathering politics, particularly within the Commander format.

They discuss how players can negotiate and make deals to influence game outcomes, and explain how these interactions can serve as a tool for social practice, especially for those with neurodivergence or social anxiety.

The episode covers the importance of trust and honesty in politicking, even in a competitive setting, and touches on how the dynamics shift in a tournament environment. They conclude by talking about maintaining healthy and constructive interactions among players.

00:00 Introduction to Griffin Fly MTG

00:18 Discussing Politics in Magic: The Gathering

00:35 The Role of Politics in Gameplay

03:33 Social Interactions and Neurodivergence

04:49 Handling Hurt Feelings and Threat Assessment

05:57 Honesty and Trust in Magic: The Gathering

06:37 Politicking in Tournaments

09:01 Effective Politicking Strategies

11:39 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of Griffin Fly MTG, Griffin and Greg Fleischaker introduce viewers to the basics of deck building in Magic: The Gathering. The discussion targets beginner players, explaining the primary archetypes - Timmy, Spike, and Johnny - and their deck preferences.

They also outline strategies for choosing a commander, considering themes, and exploring online resources to help build the best deck possible within your available card pool. Emphasis is placed on testing decks online before purchasing cards, ensuring proper card protection, and adapting decks based on gameplay experiences.

The episode concludes with an overview of advanced deck-building topics such as interaction packages, ramp, and mana curves.


00:00 Introduction to Griffin Fly MTG

01:02 Understanding Player Archetypes: Timmy, Spike, and Johnny

03:02 Choosing Your Deck's Theme and Mechanics

04:05 Starting Your Deck: Commander and Strategy

05:17 Building and Testing Your Deck

11:17 Upgrading Pre-Constructed Decks

12:41 Using Online Tools for Deck Building

26:40 The Importance of Sleeves and Protecting Your Cards

36:02 Advanced Deck Building Concepts

38:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of Griffin Fly MTG, hosts Griffin and Greg Fleischaker dive into various considerations for buying and owning Magic: The Gathering cards. They discuss whether to collect broadly or target specific cards, the economic advantages of buying singles, and the importance of understanding card conditions and rarities.

The conversation also covers potential budget impacts, navigating the reserve and banned lists, and the nuances of trading and selling cards at local game stores or online marketplaces. Finally, they touch upon the dynamics of community play and the strategic considerations of card selection.

For more in-depth conversations and mtg articles visit our website at www.griffinflymtg.com!

00:00 Introduction to Griffin Fly MTG

00:24 Building a Card Collection: Broad vs. Specific Goals

00:56 Buying Singles vs. Packs: Economic Efficiency

01:46 Carrying a Card List and Mental Checklists

02:26 Understanding Commander Format and Deck Building

03:10 Color Combinations and Their Costs

09:13 Rarity and Value of Cards

13:01 Reprints and the Reserve List

21:42 Buying and Selling Cards: Marketplaces and LGS

25:26 Trading Cards: Tips and Ethics

29:28 Conclusion and Future Topics

In this episode of Griffin Fly MTG, Griffin Fleischaker introduces his father Greg to the basic elements of Magic: The Gathering, focusing on the Commander format.

They cover key topics such as the different card types (lands, creatures, instants, sorceries, artifacts, enchantments), the concept of Commanders and their relevance, various win conditions, and a detailed breakdown of the turn structure, including phases and steps.

The episode aims to prepare new players for building and playing a basic MTG deck, addressing common beginner questions and misconceptions about gameplay mechanics, rules, and card interactions.

For more in-depth conversations and articles visit our website at www.griffinflymtg.com!

00:00 Introduction to Griffin Fly MTG

00:25 Understanding the Commander Format

01:17 Basics of Card Types

02:27 Exploring Lands and Mana

04:58 Creatures and Commanders

10:41 Instants, Sorceries, and Artifacts

22:25 Winning the Game: Strategies and Rules

30:00 Alternate Win Conditions in Magic: The Gathering

30:19 Understanding Thassa's Oracle and Scrying

31:13 The Logic Behind Magic Cards

32:40 The Role of the Rules Committee

34:18 Setting Up Your Magic: The Gathering Game

38:36 Phases and Steps of a Turn

45:40 The Importance of Learning the Basics

57:40 Etiquette and Interaction in Magic: The Gathering

58:48 Conclusion and Future Episodes

In the inaugural episode of the Griffin Fly MTG Podcast, Griffin and Greg Fleischaker introduce their project aimed at having an avid playing son teach his complete newbie father how to play Magic: The Gathering.

Griffin shares his journey of discovering and playing the game over the past twelve years, starting in middle school, through high school, college, graduate school and hopefully for many years to come.

The episode also tackles common preconceptions and misconceptions about Magic: The Gathering, particularly from a parent's perspective. Greg expresses his initial concerns and eventual acceptance of the game as a positive influence that fosters social interaction and intellectual stimulation.

The duo discusses plans for future episodes focused on teaching the game and addressing Griffin's neurodiversity and how his world view fits so well within the Magic community.

For more in-depth conversations and articles visit our website at www.griffinflymtg.com!

00:00 Introduction to Griffin Fly MTG
00:32 How the Project Began
00:57 Griffin's Journey with Magic: The Gathering
03:32 Greg's Perspective and Learning Experience
07:07 The Neurodivergence Connection
12:26 Addressing Preconceptions and Misconceptions
14:29 The Social Aspect of Magic: The Gathering
18:37 Griffin's Deck Building and Personal Insights
23:04 Parental Concerns and Balancing Hobbies
28:45 Conclusion and Next Steps

In this episode Griffin explore the various aspects of building and tweaking Magic: The Gathering decks and tries to explain it all to his dad. They provide insights into knowing when it's time to build a new deck, the financial considerations of acquiring cards, and the effects of bans on deck value.

Griffin provides practical tips for beginners, discuss the importance of enjoying one's deck, and address the process of optimizing decks through 'deck teching.' Additionally, they share their approach to balancing card trades while creating Rakdos Commander variants, which is Griffin's favorite.

https://griffinflymtg.com/mtg-deck-tech/

00:00 Introduction to Griffin Fly MTG
00:05 When to Build a New Deck
00:17 Deck Building Frequency and Preferences
00:39 Maintaining and Updating Decks
01:15 Deciding to Build a New Deck
03:04 Organizing Deck Concepts
04:04 Recent Deck Builds and Inspirations
07:24 Collection Growth and Deck Rotation
09:01 Advice for New Players
09:27 Adjusting Your Deck: When and How
09:51 Balancing Your Deck: Key Considerations
10:51 Tweaking Your Deck: Practical Tips
11:27 Helping Others: Assessing and Improving Decks
11:59 Deck Teching: A Quick Guide
13:53 Personal Preferences in Deck Building
14:35 Upcoming Gameplay and Content
16:55 Concluding Thoughts and Farewell

In this comprehensive episode of Griffin Fly MTG, Griffin dives deep into the concept and strategies of tutoring in Magic: The Gathering with his dad. They explain that tutoring involves searching your library for specific cards using spells like Vampiric Tutor or Enlightened Tutor..

The discussion covers different types of tutors, their strategic implications, and how they can enhance deck consistency and power. The episode also explores advanced counter strategies, including the decision to counter the tutor card or the card being tutored for, and the role of instant versus sorcery speed tutors.

They highlight key gameplay mechanics and political dynamics within the game, such as using Aven Mindcensor or mill decks to disrupt opponents. Additionally, there is a focus on community perspectives on tutor cards, especially in relation to card bans and deck power levels.

The hosts provide valuable insights on evaluating and integrating tutors effectively into decks, appealing to both competitive and casual players.

https://griffinflymtg.com/mtg-tutors/

00:00 Introduction to Griffin Fly MTG
00:27 Understanding Tutoring in Magic the Gathering
01:10 Core Tutors and Their Functions
01:47 Tutoring Strategies and Effects
02:47 Advanced Tutoring Techniques
04:54 Land Tutoring Explained
05:54 Tutoring and Deck Consistency
06:55 Power Levels and Tutoring
07:39 Countering Tutor Cards: Strategies and Philosophies
08:45 Dealing with Tutored Cards: Specific Tactics
09:58 Politics and Tutoring in Gameplay
11:40 Tutor Card Types and Their Uses
14:11 Evaluating Tutor Cards: Mana Costs and Speed
17:16 Conclusion: Understanding and Valuing Tutors

In this episode of Griffin Fly MTG, we explore the concept of 'interaction packages' in Magic the Gathering. While maybe not an official term, interaction packages are crucial for gameplay, referring to the collection of cards in a deck designed to interact with opponents, such as counter spells and removal actions.

We discuss the importance of having 10 to 15 interaction cards to both protect one's own win conditions and disrupt opponents' strategies, using examples like Heroic Intervention and Swords to Plowshares. We also explain the concept of 'the stack' where players can respond to actions, stressing the need for understanding resolution order in high-level play.

The episode encourages players to consider interaction packages as vital components, highlighting their impact in competitive play by potentially containing up to 30 such cards in a high-level deck.

00:00 Introduction to Griffin Fly MTG
00:05 Understanding Interaction Packages
01:08 Importance of Interaction in Decks
03:25 Resolving Interactions and The Stack
05:53 Homework and Building Your Own Deck
07:46 Conclusion and Future Episodes

In this episode Griffin delves into the critical skill of threat assessment in Magic: The Gathering and tries to explai the concept to his dad. They discuss how to evaluate potential threats on the board, focusing on cards that could allow opponents to win quickly, or grant significant advantages.

The conversation highlights the importance of politicking, recognizing potential combo threats, and understanding when player removal is necessary. They also touch on the need to maintain interaction within decks and the strategies for identifying and neutralizing threats.

Discussing examples like the Niv-Mizzet Parun card and curiosity combo, they provide insights into assessing and managing risks during gameplay.

https://griffinflymtg.com/mtg-threat-assessment/

00:00 Introduction to Griffin Fly MTG
00:05 Understanding Threat Assessment
01:05 Key Factors in Threat Assessment
01:43 The Role of Politicking
05:20 Specific Threats to Watch For
07:19 Dealing with Threats
11:07 Conclusion and Next Steps

In this episode of Griffin Fly MTG, Griffin tries to explain the concept of power levels in Magic: The Gathering to his dad, who is just learning how to play. They discuss the challenges of categorizing decks on a one-to-ten scale due to the game's vast variety of over twenty-seven thousand cards, which makes a universal scale impractical.

Instead, Griffin recommends describing how decks function in terms of strategy and typical win conditions, like combat or combos, rather than assigning numeric values. He then elaborates on the classification of decks from low-power battle cruisers to competitive EDH (CEDH) decks, providing examples and advice for deck descriptions.

They stress the importance of communication about deck capabilities to ensure balanced and enjoyable gameplay in casual settings and articulate the different expectations during competitive play, where Rule Zero discussions are not applicable.

00:00 Introduction to Griffin Fly MTG
00:06 Understanding Power Levels in MTG
01:25 Describing Decks Beyond Numbers
01:56 Building a Low Power Battle Cruiser Deck
05:01 Intermediate Deck Descriptions
06:37 High Power Decks and Competitive Play
07:58 Navigating New Playgroups and Power Levels
09:10 Flexibility and Rule Zero in MTG
10:27 Conclusion and Farewell

In this episode of Griffin Fly MTG, Griffin tries to explain the recent changes to the Magic: The Gathering (MTG) Commander format ban list to his non-playing dad.

They dive into the consequences of banning four significant cards - Nadu Winged Wisdom, Jeweled Lotus, Mana Crypt, and Dockside Extortionist. The discussion covers both economic and gameplay impacts, the method of ban implementation, and the broader implications for player trust and strategic planning.

They also reflect on personal experiences, community reactions, and possible future directions for the handling of competitive and casual Commander formats.

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:49 Discussing the Banned Cards

02:49 Impact on Gameplay and Community

14:54 Economic Ramifications

23:33 Future Considerations and Conclusion

In this episode of Griffin Fly MTG, Griffin and Greg Fleischaker dive into the fundamentals of constructing a Battlecruiser deck for the MTG Commander format. They discuss the essential components needed, including choosing a commander, determining the ratio of lands, ramp cards, and creatures, and the importance of interaction cards.

Griffin emphasizes the significance of understanding color identity and suggests green as a primary color for a Battlecruiser deck due to its ramping capabilities and big creatures. Useful resources like EDHREC and Moxfield are recommended for new players to explore viable deck options and strategies.

The episode concludes with plans to build Greg's first deck together in the very near future.

00:00 Introduction to Griffin Fly MTG

00:16 Choosing Your Commander and Land Cards

01:16 Understanding Color Identity and Mana

02:22 Building a Battlecruiser Deck: Creatures and Mana Ramp

04:23 Deck Ratios and Card Types

05:56 Selecting Specific Cards for Your Deck

13:30 Using Resources to Build Your Deck

17:17 Conclusion and Next Steps

In this episode, Griffin Fleischaker explains various aspects of Magic the Gathering releasing new sets as part of teaching his dad how to play the game. They discuss the significance of the pre-release and official release dates for the new set 'DuskMourn: House of Horrors,' the annual release schedule, and the excitement within the Magic community around these events.

Griffin walks through the recent sets released in 2024, touches on the issues of oversaturation by Wizards of the Coast, and delves into the Universe Beyond sets, such as 'Fallout' and 'Assassin's Creed.' The duo also talk about the sealed format in local game stores, the importance of aesthetics and playability in card selection, and the community-centric culture of Magic the Gathering.

00:00 Introduction to Magic the Gathering Sets

00:37 Understanding Pre-Release Events

01:16 Frequency and Schedule of Set Releases

03:00 Personal Collection and Local Game Stores

03:26 Sealed Events and Deck Building

05:53 Magic the Gathering Calendar Overview

07:11 Remastered Sets and Reprints

10:19 Universe Beyond Sets

13:15 Secret Lairs and Art Styles

16:45 Themes and Storylines of Sets

18:42 Spoiler Season and Card Research

27:12 Pre-Release Vibes and Community

29:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Each week we set up a few MTG Card Challenges to test Griffin's knowledge of Magic: the Gathering cards! Play along and see how you stack up!

01:24 Game 1: 13 Questions
02:48 Game 2: Pass, Pay, or Proxy - Izzet Commanders
05:54 Game 3: What EDH REC Got Wrong - Selesnya Edition
11:41 Game 4: Last Card Standing - Jund Commanders
15:43 Game 5: What EDH REC Got Wrong - Gruel Edition
19:52 Game 6: MTG March Madness Bracket
23:13 Game 7: Pass, Pay or Proxy - Boros Commanders
26:16 Game 8: Last Card Standing - Naya Commanders


#mtg #magicthegathering  #mtgcards #commander #tcg #edh

Each week we set up a few MTG Card Challenges to test Griffin's knowledge of Magic: the Gathering cards! Play along and see how you stack up!

01:07 Game 1: 13 Questions
06:47 Game 2: Pass, Pay, or Proxy - Selesnya Commanders
11:37 Game 3: Pass, Pay or Proxy - Orzhov Commanders
15:39 Game 4: Last Card Standing - Esper Commanders
15:39 Game 5: Last Card Standing - Grixis Commanders
24:06 Game 6: What EDH REC Got Wrong - Rakdos Edition

In this episode, we try out a game called 'Battle of the Decks,' where we draft imaginary Magic: The Gathering decks using a limited budget of 15 imaginary dollars.

We pick cards from four categories: land, enchantment/artifact, instant/sorcery, and commander. Each card is valued between one to five dollars, and we discuss our choices and strategies to build the best deck possible.

Griffin harshly critiques the card pricing and suggests Greg gets some help before trying this game again!

00:00 Introduction to Battle of the Decks
00:10 Setting Up the Rules
00:39 Choosing the Lands
02:03 Selecting Enchantments and Artifacts
03:18 Picking Instants and Sorceries
04:38 Finalizing the Commanders
05:43 Conclusion and Reflections

In this episode, Griffin is forced to pick commanders in a 'winner stays' format, focusing solely on mono-green commanders. Initially, choices bounce between Ezuri, Renegade Leader, and Titiana, Voice of Gaea, with Titiana emerging victorious. The selection quickly narrows, with commanders like Goreclaw, Terror of Qal Sisma, and Selvala, Heart of the Wilds showcasing their strengths and unique advantages in gameplay.

Discussions on the strategies, strengths, and weaknesses of various green commanders such as Ghalta Primal Hunger, Kona, and Ayula, Queen Among Bears, keep the debate lively and informative. Listen in to hear who stands as the top pick!

In this episode of Griffin Fly MTG, Griffin Fleischaker and his dad, Greg, explore various aspects of the Magic: The Gathering card game. They delve into the concept of tokens, discuss whether there's a 'best' color in the game, and consider the connection between neurodiversity and a love for MTG.

The conversation also touches on the differences between sorcery and instant cards, the merits and drawbacks of using proxies, and Griffin's personal experiences with high-level play and deck-building.

The episode culminates with Griffin sharing his favorite card from his collection and reflecting on the significance of his deck-building journey.

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:17 Understanding Tokens in Magic: The Gathering

03:01 Exploring the Best Color in Magic

04:50 Neurodiversity and Magic: The Gathering

09:46 Learning Magic: The Gathering

16:50 Judge Promo Cards Explained

17:00 Magic: The Gathering on a Wealthy Budget

18:07 Casual vs. High-Level Play Preferences

19:01 Tournament Participation Challenges

20:05 Personality Types and Magic: The Gathering

20:49 The Appeal of Authentic Cards

22:21 Alternative Games to Magic: The Gathering

24:04 Understanding Magic Card Mechanics

26:34 Proxies in Tournaments: A Debate

29:15 Learning to Play: Card Complexity

32:44 Favorite Card in the Collection

In this episode of Griffin Fly MTG, Griffin discusses preparing for a first game of Magic: The Gathering. Topics include building a straightforward mono-green Kamal Heart of Kroza deck for his dad's first game, the importance of sufficient mana and ramp, mulligan rules, and the significance of understanding your deck and asking questions.

They also emphasize finding a healthy playgroup, recognizing game stages like early, mid, and late-game, the role of interaction and politics in gameplay, and the mental intricacies of playing Magic. Griffin offer practical tips on how to approach the initial games and encourage new players to stay engaged and seek advice from experienced players.

00:00 Introduction to Griffin Fly MTG
00:05 Preparing for Your First Game
00:19 Understanding Your Deck and Strategy
01:02 Starting the Game: Initial Steps
01:59 Mulligans and Deck Consistency
03:03 Borrowing Decks and Asking Questions
05:38 Finding the Right Playgroup
06:20 Rule Zero and Game Etiquette
12:44 Game Phases and Resource Management
16:52 Final Tips and Encouragement
20:03 Conclusion and Community Engagement

Each week we set up at least a few MTG Card Challenges to test Griffin's knowledge of Magic: the Gathering cards! Play along and see how you stack up!

00:21 - Game 1 - 13 Questions
01:35 - Game 2 - Pass, Pay or Proxy - Tutoring Cards
05:00 - Game 3 - Last Card Standing - Tutoring Cards
07:41 - Game 4 - What EDHREC Got Wrong - Dimir Commanders
13:51 - Game 5 - Build, Save or Trade - Boros Edition

#magicthegathering #mtg #mtgcards #edh #tcg

Each week we set up at least six MTG Card Challenges to test Griffin's knowledge of Magic: the Gathering cards! Play along and see how you stack up!  #mtg #magicthegathering 

00:28 - Game 1 - 13 Questions
05:02 - Game 2 - Pass, Pay or Proxy - Gruul Commanders
10:28 - Game 3 - Last Card Standing - Golgari Commanders
15:19 - Game 4 - Build, Save or Trade - Simic Cards
20:07 - Game 5 - What EDHREC Got Wrong - Azorius Commanders
24:35 - Game 6 - 13 Questions
25:56 - Game 7 - Pass, Pay or Proxy - Dimir Commanders
29:31 - Game 8 - Last Card Standing - Partner Commanders

Each week we set up at least six MTG Card Challenges to test Griffin's knowledge of Magic: the Gathering cards! Play along and see how you stack up!  #mtg #magicthegathering 

01:11 Game 1: 13 Questions
04:09 Game 2: 13 Questions
06:45 Game 3: 13 Questions
10:25 Game 4: Pass, Pay, or Proxy - Aether Drift Commanders
14:17 Game 5: Pass, Pay or Proxy - Azorius Commanders
18:08 Game 6: Last Card Standing Game - Izzet Commanders
21:30 Game 7: Impromptu Deck Building - Edgar Markov
26:50 Game 8: Build, Save, or Trade - Aetherdrift

This week we set up six MTG Card Challenges to test Griffin's knowledge of Magic: the Gathering cards! Play along and see how you stack up!  #mtg #magicthegathering #mtgcards #magicthegatheringcards 

00:25 Game 1: 13 Questions
01:49 Game 2: 13 Questions
09:09 Game 3: Pass, Pay or Proxy: Mono Red Commanders
13:23 Game 4: Pass, Pay or Proxy: Colorless Commanders
17:36 Game 5: Last Card Standing: Dimir Edition
21:07 Game 6: Last Card Standing: Gruel Edition

Each week we set up six MTG Card Challenges to test Griffin's knowledge of Magic: the Gathering cards! Play along and see how you stack up!  #mtg #magicthegathering

00:19 Game 1: 13 Questions
01:55 Game 2: 13 Questions
07:05 Game 3: Pass, Pay or Proxy: Mono Blue Commanders
09:30 Game 4: Pass, Pay or Proxy: Mono Green Commanders
12:29 Game 5: Last Card Standing: Orzhov Edition
17:48 Game 6: Last Card Standing: Selesnya Edition

In this episode Griffin and Greg shift to longer-form episodes featuring more in-depth MTG card challenges and discussions about Magic: the Gathering. They commit to playing six games per week and sharing both long-form and short-form content across platforms like YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram.

The duo start with '13 Questions,' a guessing game about Magic cards, moving on to 'Pass, Pay, or Proxy,' where Griffin decides which mono-colored commanders to add to his collection, and finally 'Last Card Standing,' focusing on Simic and banned commander cards.

Throughout, Griffin shares insights into the mechanics and strategic value of different cards given his personal play style and why he would choose one card over another.

00:00 Introduction and New Video Format
00:59 Game 1: 13 Questions
06:01 Game 2: 13 Questions Redux
10:36 Game 3: Pass, Pay, or Proxy - Mono Black Commanders
17:50 Game 4: Pass, Pay, or Proxy - Mono White Commanders
23:59 Game 5:  Last Card Standing: Simic Edition
27:33 Game 6:  Banned Cards Debate
36:38 Final Thoughts

Drawing from his background in Greco-Roman studies, Griffin aligns each god from Theros to their possible Greek myth counterparts.

He discusses Athreos (Charon), Ephara (Athena), Erebos (Hades), Heliod (Apollo), Iroas (Athena and Ares), Karametra (Demeter), Keranos (Zeus and Poseidon), Kruphix, Mogis (Ares), Nylea (Artemis), Pharika (anti-Asclepius), Phenax (Hermes), Purphoros (Hephaestus), Thassa (Poseidon and Amphitrite mix), and Xenagos (Dionysus).

Griffin provides his interpretation of their abilities and invites viewers to share their thoughts and interpretations in the comments.

00:03 Exploring Theros: Gods and Inspirations
01:03 Athreos, God of the Passage
01:31 Ephara, God of the Polis
02:09 Erebos, God of the Dead
02:47 Heliod, God of the Sun
03:34 Iroas, God of Victory
04:10 Karametra, God of Harvests
04:59 Keranos, God of Storms
05:46 Kruphix, God of Horizons
06:29 Mogis, God of Slaughter
06:54 Nylea, God of the Hunt
07:25 Pharika, God of Affliction
08:21 Phenax, God of Deception
08:55 Purphoros, God of the Forge
09:18 Thassa, God of the Sea
10:08 Xenagos, God of Revels
10:50 Conclusion and Viewer Engagement

In this episode of Griffin Fly MTG, Griffin and Greg discuss the creation of a Battlecruiser-style deck for Greg, who is new to Magic: The Gathering. The video covers deck mechanics, including key cards like Kamahl, Heart of Krosa and Sakashima of a Thousand Faces, and explains concepts such as trample, cloning, ramp, and alternate win conditions.

The pair further discusses the roles of different colors in the game, specifically focusing on green and blue, and emphasize the importance of using genuine Wizard of the Coast cards. Viewers are invited to follow along and offer their advice as Greg learns to play his first Magic deck.

00:00 Introduction to Griffin Fly MTG
00:05 Building the Deck: Initial Thoughts
01:51 Deck Strategy: Commanders and Key Cards
02:52 Understanding Combat Mechanics
06:58 Cloning and Alternate Win Conditions
15:40 Ramp and Mana Management
18:43 Final Thoughts and Next Steps

Each week we set up a few MTG Card Challenges to test Griffin's knowledge of Magic: the Gathering cards! Play along and see how you stack up!  #mtg #magicthegathering 

01:38 Game 1: 13 Questions
07:15 Game 2: Pass, Pay or Proxy - Simic Commanders
12:21 Game 3: Last Card Standing - Bant Edition
18:34 Game 4: What EDH REC Got Wrong- Orzhov Edition
23:05 Game 5: Pass, Pay or Proxy - Temur Commanders
27:14 Game 6: Last Card Standing Game - Abzan Commanders
31:40 Game 7: What EDH REC Got Wrong - Izzet Edition

Join a Magic-loving son and his beginner dad as they dive into a series of fast-paced, brain-bending MTG challenges. From "13 Questions" to guess the mystery card, to "Last Card Standing" elimination battles, and "What EDHREC Got Wrong", we test deep card knowledge, color mastery, and deckbuilding instincts — all with a fun family twist!

00:30 - Game 1 - 13 Questions

05:24 - Game 2 - Pass, Pay or Proxy - Mardu Commanders

08:46 - Game 3 - Last Card Standing - Jeskai Commanders

12:15 - Game 4 - What EDH REC Got Wrong - Golgari Edition

16:22 - Game 5 - Pass, Pay or Proxy - Sultai Commanders

19:33 - Game 6 - Last Card Standing - Sultai Commanders

22:33 - Game 7 - What EDH REC Got Wrong - Boros Commanders

#mtg #magicthegathering

Join a Magic-loving son and his beginner dad as they dive into a series of fast-paced, brain-bending MTG challenges. From "13 Questions" to guess the mystery card, to "Last Card Standing" elimination battles, and "What EDHREC Got Wrong", we test deep card knowledge, color mastery, and deckbuilding instincts — all with a fun family twist!

💬 Think you could do better? Play along let us know how you did!

01:03 - Game 1 - 13 Questions
05:19 - Game 2 - Pass, Pay or Proxy - Jeskai Commanders
07:23 - Game 3 - Last Card Standing - Mardu Commanders
10:15 - Game 4 - What EDH REC Got Wrong - Simic Edition
13:06 - Game 5 - Pass, Pay or Proxy - Abzan Commanders
15:31 - Game 6 - Last Card Standing - Temur Commanders
17:56 - Game 7 - What EDH REC Got Wrong - Partner Commanders