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🎙️ The Winning Point is a podcast about Riftbound and the world of competitive card games. Hosted by seasoned casters and players, we dive into gameplay mechanics, community stories, and what it means to grow a new TCG from the ground up. Whether you’re a pro, a casual, or just card-curious, join us as we explore Riot’s newest card game and everything around it.

  1. T'was the Night Before Bologna...

    HÁ 6 DIAS

    T'was the Night Before Bologna...

    Please note the beginning of the episode is a little laggy (it's not your internet). The team had a shorter turnaround time for this episode due to travels (be sure to say hi if you see them at either SCG CON Milwaukee or Bologna for the Regional Qualifiers)! Welcome to Episode 35 of The Winning Point! This week, we talk about our new website, incoming merch, predictions about what decks we'll see in Top 8 for Bologna RQ, and more! 👇 Let us know in the comments: - Do you think there will be a surprise deck that ends up in Top 8? - Thoughts on the new website? - How will Cas and/or Blevins do in the tournament? 🎧 The Winning Point is your weekly Riftbound podcast, covering competitive play, event coverage, and everything that shapes the game — from global regionals to your local prerelease.

    59min
  2. Most Slept on Deck in Riftbound?

    13 DE FEV.

    Most Slept on Deck in Riftbound?

    Riftbound just made one of the biggest competitive changes yet — and it might finally make Best-of-One tournaments actually playable. In Episode 34 of The Winning Point, we break down the new tournament policy update going live February 9, which allows players to make sideboard adjustments in Best-of-One after legends, battlefields, and turn order are revealed. This is a huge step forward for competitive Riftbound, and it completely changes how players should prepare for events moving forward.We also dive into the evolving Spiritforged meta across recent Regional Opens, including the growing “triangle” at the top of the format, but with plenty of wild deck choices still sneaking into top cuts. Whether you’re preparing for your next event, testing new tech, or just trying to stay ahead of the curve, this episode covers what matters right now. 👇 Let us know in the comments:- Do you like sideboarding in Best-of-One?- What decks do you think benefit the most from this change?- What are you playing at your next event? 🎧 The Winning Point is your weekly Riftbound podcast, covering competitive play, event coverage, and everything that shapes the game — from global regionals to your local prerelease.

    1h6min
  3. Chinese Cards at your Nexus Nights? It's more likely than you think.

    6 DE FEV.

    Chinese Cards at your Nexus Nights? It's more likely than you think.

    Spiritforged is almost here and Riftbound just took a massive step forward.In Episode 33 of The Winning Point, the full crew breaks down the latest Riftbound tournament rules update, dives into the evolving Chinese Regional Open meta, and talks through what these changes mean heading into Spiritforged pre-release events worldwide. We cover: ✅ Mixed-language cards now legal in tournaments ✅ Major policy updates around missed triggers ✅ Draft & limited format rules officially revealed ✅ Ongoing Draven dominance — and why the meta might finally be cracking ✅ Controversial judge rulings from recent CN Regionals ✅ Spiritforged preorder changes & what they signal for the future With Chengdu and Dalian Regional Opens fresh in the books and Pre-Rift events coming to the West next week, this episode is your essential prep guide for what’s coming next in competitive Riftbound.

    1h1min
  4. WIN Your Spiritforged Pre-Rift

    30 DE JAN.

    WIN Your Spiritforged Pre-Rift

    Spiritforged is almost here — and the countdown has officially begun. In episode 32 of The Winning Point, we shift gears from pure meta analysis to full pre-release mode, breaking down everything players need to know as Spiritforged pre-release events hit the West next week. We start with a quick co-stream recap of the Chengdu Regional Open, highlighting what stood out, what surprised us, and what early Spiritforged gameplay is already teaching us. With Dalian happening tonight, we talk about what to watch for next. From there, the focus turns to Pre-Rift events, local game store play, and what Spiritforged means for players jumping in fresh. We discuss:- What archetypes feel intuitive for pre-release play- Why Spiritforged rewards proactive decision-making- How early Draven and Fiora narratives should (and shouldn’t) influence your expectations- What new players should prioritize when opening their first pools This episode is about excitement, preparation, and momentum — bridging the gap between high-level tournament play and the experiences most players are about to have at their local stores. Whether you’re sleeving up for a Pre-Rift event, watching the China co-streams, or just counting down the days, Spiritforged is finally here.🎧 The Winning Point is your weekly Riftbound podcast, covering competitive play, event coverage, and everything that shapes the game — from global regionals to your local prerelease.

    1h6min
  5. How an Underdog nearly toppled the Final Boss

    23 DE JAN.

    How an Underdog nearly toppled the Final Boss

    This week, we dive deep into the Fuzhou Regional Open, the first major Spiritforged regional in China, and unpack what the results actually tell us beyond the headline numbers. With Draven making up a massive portion of the field, we discuss whether this represents true dominance, early-set convergence, or simply China doing what it does best: identifying the perceived best deck and pushing it to its limits. We break down the Top 64 and Top 8 legend spread, including strong showings from Fiora, Irelia, Annie, and Ezreal, and analyze why Draven’s representation dropped as the tournament narrowed — even after starting at nearly 40% of the field. From Jund-style “fair” Draven lists to the absence of expected combo builds, we explore how preparation, matchup targeting, and player skill shaped the event. The episode also tackles one of the biggest conversations of the week: Riot’s Spiritforged errata, including the removal of reflexive triggers and how changes to cards like Falling Star and Icathian Rain impact gameplay clarity, tournament prep, and long-term confidence in physical card text. We debate errata vs bans, growing pains in early sets, and how these decisions affect both competitive and casual players. To close things out, we zoom out on the broader Spiritforged landscape — discussing aggro vs midrange, why “proactive” decks feel strong early in formats, what might emerge as the next hated-but-not-broken deck, and how the meta could evolve heading into upcoming Chinese Regionals and major Western events.

    1h3min
  6. Things are a little CHAOTIC with Riftbound right now...

    16 DE JAN.

    Things are a little CHAOTIC with Riftbound right now...

    In Episode 30, we dive headfirst into the Spiritforged meta explosion, focusing on the rise of purple-based draw engines, Miracle-style Draven builds, and what happens when Riftbound suddenly allows decks to draw nearly their entire library with consistency. From Chinese City Challenges and large proxy events to early testing for Vegas, we analyze how purple cores are warping deck construction — and whether this level of power was intended.We break down why Draven has emerged as the defining legend of the format, how Miracle Draven and “fair” Jund-style Draven coexist, and why Ezreal may quietly be the most important card in Spiritforged. The conversation also explores how decks like Kai'sa, Annie, Ornn, and even under-the-radar picks could adapt — or fail — as consistency and card velocity continue to increase.Along the way, we debate design intent, compare Spiritforged’s power jump to early Magic and other TCGs, discuss why China and the West approach metas differently, and examine what counterplay actually exists against full-deck cycling strategies. If you’re testing for upcoming events, tracking regional trends, or trying to understand where Riftbound is heading next, this episode gives you the context you need.

    1h4min
  7. Draven is everywhere… and that might be a problem

    9 DE JAN.

    Draven is everywhere… and that might be a problem

    A reminder that co-streams will start next week (1/16 around ~8pm CT) with the Fuzhou Spiritforged Event! Welcome back to The Winning Point, episode 29 — our first episode of 2026 and a deep dive into everything shaping Riftbound right now. This week, Blevins, Casanova, and Charmer talk about projected content plans for Turn 'em Sideways (including new series like First 40) and break down early Spiritforged results from China. The most recent City Challenge data showied Draven at 36% of Top 8s with Kai’Sa close behind, and had some surprising representation from Irelia, Viktor, and Master Yi. We discuss what these numbers actually mean, which decks may be underrepresented, and why this is far from a solved meta. The pod also had some candid discussion around ticket sales, event capacity, and what Riot can do better long-term.We also talk Spiritforged accessibility, product availability updates, Worlds bundles, wave two distribution, and why panic-buying sealed product rarely pays off. On the competitive side, we unpack Riftbound’s updated tournament time rules, how the new structure impacts control vs aggressive decks, and whether this change actually fixes long round delays.If you’re preparing for Spiritforged events, watching the evolving meta, or just want honest Riftbound discussion, this episode sets the stage for what’s coming next.

    1h2min
  8. EVERY BATTLEFIELD AND LEGEND RANKED | Spiritforged Set Review Part 7

    7 DE JAN. · BÔNUS

    EVERY BATTLEFIELD AND LEGEND RANKED | Spiritforged Set Review Part 7

    The Battlefields & Legends set review dives deep into Spiritforged’s most meta-defining cards — covering every new Legend, signature spell, and battlefield, and how they reshape deckbuilding, tempo, and win conditions across Riftbound. In this video, we break down each Legend and battlefield, discussing where they fit, what decks they fit into, and which effects are true standouts versus situational tech. High-impact Legends like Draven, Ezreal, Orrn, Jax, and Fiora introduce powerful resource engines, combat manipulation, and card advantage tools, while signature spells such as Relentless Pursuit, Void Rush, Arcane Shift, and Riposte offer some of the strongest interaction and tempo swings in the set. We also take a close look at how Spiritforged’s battlefields influence scoring patterns and deck construction, highlighting options like Ravenbloom Conservatory, Minefield, Ornn's Forge, and Veiled Temple as potential one-sided advantages when built around correctly. Whether you’re optimizing legend-centric engines, planning around repeat spells and equipment synergies, or choosing battlefields that punish specific metas, this review breaks down what matters — and what can be safely ignored. 📺 This video is part of a 7-part review series, covering every card in Spiritforged — be sure to check out the rest of the playlist for full set coverage.

    34min
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🎙️ The Winning Point is a podcast about Riftbound and the world of competitive card games. Hosted by seasoned casters and players, we dive into gameplay mechanics, community stories, and what it means to grow a new TCG from the ground up. Whether you’re a pro, a casual, or just card-curious, join us as we explore Riot’s newest card game and everything around it.

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  • Criado por
    Turn 'em Sideways
  • Anos de atividade
    2025 - 2026
  • Episódios
    45
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