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My Mythical Meta

El Dorado Gaming

Leisure

Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 167

Here at My Mythical Meta, we talk about gaming with friends and strangers, resolving conflicts, and keeping game nights fun, interesting, and RECURRING. Our game of choice is Magic: the Gathering, but our hope is that what we share is relevant for board game players, rpg groups, and maybe even your poker night. Travis, Derek, Randy, and Benjamin have been playing Magic together since 2014, and every game day is fresh and exciting. With the power of FRIENDSHIP, the game will go on.

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The EDH First Aid Kit: Cards To Instantly Improve Your Deck

Monday, October 26, 2026 • Duration 01:17:12

My Mythical Meta hosts Travis, Benjamin, and Derek share a practical “first aid kit” for improving Commander decks.

Improve your Commander decks with a practical EDH first aid kit. Learn to fix weak spots using efficient card utility.

We break down how to shore up your lists with better card draw, removal, and protection. Instead of relying on generic staples, you will learn to select cards that directly support your deck-building goals and overall game plan.

This guide helps you identify the right tools for your specific strategy, from artifact-based draw to creature recursion. By choosing synergy over blind additions, you can refine your commander decks to perform better in every meta.

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Chapters

00:00 The deck doctor’s first aid kit

02:03 The three recurring deck-building problems

06:28 Card draw: Black Market Connections and black staples

12:06 Green and red options for card advantage

15:57 Token decks and artifact-based draw

19:29 Removal: green’s tools and black graveyard answers

30:14 Protecting commanders and key creatures

38:58 Protection that doubles as interaction

39:25 Siren Stormtamer as a reusable safety valve

40:19 An Offer You Can’t Refuse and efficient counterspell protection

43:03 Why Mind Stone is a ramp card that stays useful late

45:56 Banner mana rocks for go-wide and token decks

48:12 Deranged Assistant and Millikin turn milling into velocity

50:15 Victimize and Ninja Teen power creature recursion

54:31 Dusk to Dawn and Archaeomancer extend graveyard value

57:31 Stitcher’s Supplier and Changeling Outcast support diverse decks

01:02:10 Alhammarret’s Archive doubles draw and life-gain value

01:05:05 Surrak and Goreclaw brings haste and counters to creature decks

01:09:06 High Market and Cool but Rude round out the toolkit

01:13:51 Final reflections: build synergy, not just staple piles

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Why We Play That Card: My Mythical Meta's Signature Spellbook

Monday, October 19, 2026 • Duration 53:31

In this episode, Travis, Benjamin, and Derek share their signature cards and the stories behind them, revealing how these choices reflect their playstyles and deck-building philosophies. They discuss iconic cards like Fleshbag Marauder, Avacyn Angel of Hope, Omniscience, and Maze's End, offering insights into their strategic significance and personal connections.

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My Mythical Meta's Archidekt profile: https://archidekt.com/u/MyMythicalMeta

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What Makes Loot So Miserable To Play Against?

Monday, October 12, 2026 • Duration 33:54

In this episode, we explore a unique mono black deck built around the concept of shrinking opponents' creatures and boosting Loot's power for a swift victory. We discuss card choices, strategies, and the thematic synergy that makes this deck both fun and effective.

Loot deck list: https://archidekt.com/decks/27288040/loot_miserable_to_play_against

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Improve your Loot deck tech with our breakdown of the latest cards from the Reality Fracture set.

Benjamin and Derek review specific cards including Loot, the Anomaly, Belbe's Armor, and Captain America's Shield to determine how they fit into current meta strategies. Whether you are adding Thieves' Tools or Nine-Lives Familiar to your list, understanding these interactions is key to refining your deck building strategy.

We analyze the mechanics of the Reality Fracture set to help you evaluate which additions offer the most consistency for your builds. This card analysis focuses on practical applications so you know exactly how to leverage these tools in your next match.

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00:00 Introduction to Loot the Anomaly Deck Strategy

01:59 Understanding Loot's Unique Negative Power Mechanic

04:04 Main Game Plan: Shrinking Opponents' Creatures and Boosting Loot

08:00 Key Removal and Board Wipe Cards in the Deck

11:59 Pump and Protection Strategies for Loot

Deckcheck's New Threat Index | The EDH Power Scale That Doesn't Miss

Monday, October 5, 2026 • Duration 49:51

In this episode, Anthony Graham, creator of Deckcheck.co, discusses the evolution of his deck evaluation tools, including the transition from the CRISPI score to the new Deckcheck Threat Index (DTI). He shares insights into how AI is transforming deck building and analysis, and how these innovations are shaping the future of competitive and casual Magic play.

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To read about the flaws with the CRISPI score, check out Deckcheck's blog here: https://deckcheck.co/blog/replacing-crispi

To learn more about the Deckcheck Threat Index (DTI), read the full blog post here: https://deckcheck.co/blog/deckcheck-threat-index

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00:00 Introduction and guest introduction

02:04 Background of Deckcheck and its evolution

03:55 The philosophy behind deck evaluation systems

08:59 Transition from CRISPI to Deck Tech Threat Index

15:00 Limitations of previous systems and the need for change

20:09 How AI enhances deck analysis and comparison

25:07 The importance of weighting in deck evaluation

29:59 Future features: Deckhand chat and set analysis

35:06 Community impact and the potential for grassroots growth

39:59 Final thoughts and social media links

Your Carnage Deck Needs VAMPIRES | Deck Doctor

Monday, September 28, 2026 • Duration 52:14

READ THIS: We didn't know the blood token theme was a must-keep until the next morning. The Archidekt link below is the version that kept the blood-token theme. The Deckcheck link is the version that upgraded the deck to bracket 3.

In this episode, Travis explores the intricacies of building a blood token themed deck around Carnage Crimson Chaos, focusing on synergy, recursion, and optimizing for different game brackets. Discover how thematic choices influence deck construction and gameplay strategies.

Carnage Deck List (no blood-token theme): https://deckcheck.co/app/decklist/hUaJPQ2-Ycso

Carnage Deck List (preserving the Blood-token theme): https://archidekt.com/decks/25050264/patron_immortal_eat_carnage_crimson_chaos

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GET IN THE ROBOT, LOREHOLD! | EDH Deck Doctor

Monday, September 21, 2026 • Duration 01:05:11

In this episode, we explore how Lorehold the Historian can be optimized for powerful miracle and reanimation strategies in Commander. We discuss deck building, key synergies, and tactical choices to maximize its potential. In this episode, Benjamin and Travis explore the intricacies of building a Lorehold reanimator deck, focusing on card choices, strategies, and deck optimization to outvalue opponents through miracle spells and recursion.

Lorehold, the Historian deck list: https://archidekt.com/decks/26218558/patron_eddieave_lorehold_the_historian

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Deck Doctor: Can We Take This Shiko Deck DOWN A Bracket?

Monday, September 14, 2026 • Duration 57:17

In this episode, Travis and Benjamin explore how to adapt a powerful deck for a more interactive and balanced gameplay experience, shifting from a combo-focused to a value-oriented strategy suitable for bracket three. They discuss specific card choices, deck building philosophies, and the importance of play pattern over power level.

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Shiko Paragon of the Way deck list: https://archidekt.com/decks/25983496/patron_bigthiccelectric_shiko_paragon_of_the_way_bracket_4_to_3

Key topics

Deck adaptation for bracket three

Card choices and synergies

Play pattern vs power level

Interaction and opponent agency

Deck building philosophy

Specific card examples and their roles

Transition from combo to value-based gameplay

Resilience and resilience strategies

Game design considerations in deck building

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00:00 Introduction to deck adaptation challenge

01:57 Overview of the original deck and its power

04:01 Understanding bracket three gameplay

06:56 Key changes in deck construction

09:58 Shift from combo to synergy and value

15:00 Card velocity and deck filtering

Araumi of the Dead Tide: How to Abuse Your Graveyard for Massive Wins

Monday, September 7, 2026 • Duration 01:01:01

Optimize your Araumi of the Dead Tide build with these specific card choices to generate value from your graveyard.

We review how to include cards like Mulldrifter and Undead Hand Ninja in your list to maximize efficiency. This guide covers the specific interactions you need to refine your Commander deck strategy.

Learn how You Find the Villains' Lair and Along the Crooked Way provide the necessary utility to support your graveyard-focused playstyle. We analyze the card synergy required to make these pieces work effectively in your next match.

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Araumi of the Dead Tide decklist: https://archidekt.com/decks/25932292/patron_gmachine_araumi_of_the_dead_tide?sort=alpha&stack=multiple

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Game-Winning Estrid Combos You Need to Know

Monday, August 24, 2026 • Duration 01:19:27

Master your Magic the Gathering strategy by analyzing the synergies between Sanctum Weaver, Freed from the Real, and Estrid the Masked.
This breakdown explores how specific card interactions function within your deck, helping you optimize your gameplay. We focus on the utility of Sanctum Weaver and how to protect your board state effectively using Destiny Spinner. This session is designed for players looking to refine their command of these specific enchantress-style card engines.
By evaluating the strategic uses of Freed from the Real alongside Estrid the Masked, you will gain a clearer understanding of how to sequence your plays for maximum impact. We examine the mechanics of these cards to ensure you can build more resilient board states during your next session. Whether you are tweaking an existing build or starting fresh, these insights provide actionable advice for your Magic the Gathering strategy.
Estrid, the Masked decklist: https://archidekt.com/decks/25049839/patron_zornbrockle_estrid_the_masked?sort=cmc&stack=multiple

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The Scariest New Commander From Hobbit MTG: The Notary Hobbits

Monday, August 17, 2026 • Duration 35:46

In this episode, we explore the innovative deck built around the Notary Hobbits from the Hobbit set, focusing on combo strategies, key cards, and how to achieve quick infinite wins in Commander.

The Notary Hobbits deck list: https://archidekt.com/decks/25255346/community_brew_the_notary_hobbits?sort=cmc&stack=custom

The core mechanics of the Notary Hobbits

Multiple combo strategies for infinite mana

Key cards like Cloudstone Curio, Phyrexian Altar, Food Chain

Tutors and protection in a high-power deck

Fast ramp and efficient win conditions

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Notary Hobbits Deck

02:23 What Are Notary Hobbits and Their Abilities

03:28 Main Combo Strategies for Infinite Mana

06:36 Combo Family 1: Recasting Notary Hobbits for Infinite Tokens

09:12 Combo Family 2: Untapping Notary Hobbits for Infinite Green Mana

12:50 Using Phyrexian Altar for Infinite Mana

14:31 Alternative Enablers: Food Chain and Others

16:06 Protection and Haste Enablers in the Deck

23:16 Game-Ending Payoffs: Blasting Station and Alter of Dementia

26:36 Winning with Crater Hoof Behemoth and Other Finishers

27:57 Deck Building and Mana Ramp Packages

29:51 Protection and Countermeasures for the Combo

32:14 Community Involvement and Deck Development

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