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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eternaldurdles/subscribe Eternal Durdles is a weekly Magic: the Gathering podcast focusing on the Legacy format. Hosted by long-time MTG veterans Zac Clark and Phil Blechman.

  1. vor 22 Std.

    Exploring New Magic Formats

    Legacy isn't going anywhere—but that doesn't mean it's the only place to enjoy Eternal Magic. In this solo update, Zac shares where Eternal Durdles is headed next, why we're exploring community-created Magic formats, and what that means for the future of the channel. While Legacy will remain a core part of what we do, we're also taking a serious look at formats that capture the gameplay many of us fell in love with years ago. In this episode we discuss: Why we're looking beyond LegacyPeak LegacyHeritage LegacyClassic LegacyPre-Fire ModernWhy community-driven formats are becoming more appealingLessons learned from trying to build PremiereThe future of Eternal DurdlesWhy we're excited about exploring new communitiesHow Sorcery and Common Sense fit into our long-term plans This isn't about leaving Legacy behind—it's about finding more ways to enjoy Magic with the community. Which format should we explore first? 00:00 Channel Update00:48 Why We're Looking Beyond Legacy02:20 Exploring Community Formats03:07 Peak Legacy Explained04:42 Heritage Legacy Explained06:14 Classic Legacy Explained06:46 Pre-Fire Modern Explained08:09 Why We're Covering These Formats09:08 Could We Start a New Channel?10:05 Common Sense & Sorcery Update11:29 The YouTube Algorithm Problem12:10 Looking for Community Feedback13:44 Patreon & MasterClass Updates15:10 Closing Thoughts Timestamps

    14 Min.

  2. vor 22 Std.

    Exploring New Magic Formats

    Legacy isn't going anywhere—but that doesn't mean it's the only place to enjoy Eternal Magic. In this solo update, Zac shares where Eternal Durdles is headed next, why we're exploring community-created Magic formats, and what that means for the future of the channel. While Legacy will remain a core part of what we do, we're also taking a serious look at formats that capture the gameplay many of us fell in love with years ago. In this episode we discuss: Why we're looking beyond LegacyPeak LegacyHeritage LegacyClassic LegacyPre-Fire ModernWhy community-driven formats are becoming more appealingLessons learned from trying to build PremiereThe future of Eternal DurdlesWhy we're excited about exploring new communitiesHow Sorcery and Common Sense fit into our long-term plans This isn't about leaving Legacy behind—it's about finding more ways to enjoy Magic with the community. Which format should we explore first? 00:00 Channel Update00:48 Why We're Looking Beyond Legacy02:20 Exploring Community Formats03:07 Peak Legacy Explained04:42 Heritage Legacy Explained06:14 Classic Legacy Explained06:46 Pre-Fire Modern Explained08:09 Why We're Covering These Formats09:08 Could We Start a New Channel?10:05 Common Sense & Sorcery Update11:29 The YouTube Algorithm Problem12:10 Looking for Community Feedback13:44 Patreon & MasterClass Updates15:10 Closing Thoughts Timestamps

    14 Min.

  3. vor 1 Tag

    The $30 Vintage Format Is Awesome

    What if you could play Vintage... for just $30? In this episode, Zac is joined by Dan Cohen to explore Value Vintage, a community-driven Magic format that combines Vintage's enormous card pool with a simple deckbuilding restriction: your entire 75-card deck must cost $30 or less. The result is one of the most creative and affordable Eternal formats you'll find. We discuss: What Value Vintage is and how deck construction works Why the $30 budget creates incredible deckbuilding challenges Nadu Breakfast and other top combo decks Merfolk, Fluctuator, Cloudpost, and Hogaak Pox How card prices naturally shape the metagame Why MTG finance matters in this format The community behind Value Vintage Why Legacy and Premodern players should give it a try Looking ahead to Eternal Weekend and the future of the format If you've ever wanted to experience Eternal Magic without spending thousands of dollars, Value Vintage might be exactly what you've been looking for. Would you build a $30 Vintage deck? #MagicTheGathering #Vintage #LegacyMTG #ValueVintage #BudgetMagic 00:00 What Is Value Vintage?01:00 How the $30 Deckbuilding Rule Works03:18 The Biggest Challenges of the Format03:57 Nadu Breakfast Explained05:27 How the Breakfast Combo Wins08:01 MTG Finance & Deck Prices10:11 Why Card Prices Shape the Meta13:21 Four Decks to Know14:30 Merfolk Deck Tech17:45 Why Merfolk Is a Top Tempo Deck22:53 Fluctuator Combo Deck26:37 Cloudpost Big Mana32:37 Hogaak Pox Aggro35:06 Final Thoughts & Eternal Weekend A full Vintage deck for just $30... would you try it? 👇 Which deck would you sleeve up first? Nadu Breakfast 🥣, Merfolk 🌊, Fluctuator ♻️, Cloudpost 🏔️, Hogaak Pox ☠️, or something completely different? And if you've already played Value Vintage, let us know your favorite deck—we're always looking for more brews! vidIQ TimestampsPinned Comment

    39 Min.

  4. vor 1 Tag

    The $30 Vintage Format Is Awesome

    What if you could play Vintage... for just $30? In this episode, Zac is joined by Dan Cohen to explore Value Vintage, a community-driven Magic format that combines Vintage's enormous card pool with a simple deckbuilding restriction: your entire 75-card deck must cost $30 or less. The result is one of the most creative and affordable Eternal formats you'll find. We discuss: What Value Vintage is and how deck construction works Why the $30 budget creates incredible deckbuilding challenges Nadu Breakfast and other top combo decks Merfolk, Fluctuator, Cloudpost, and Hogaak Pox How card prices naturally shape the metagame Why MTG finance matters in this format The community behind Value Vintage Why Legacy and Premodern players should give it a try Looking ahead to Eternal Weekend and the future of the format If you've ever wanted to experience Eternal Magic without spending thousands of dollars, Value Vintage might be exactly what you've been looking for. Would you build a $30 Vintage deck? #MagicTheGathering #Vintage #LegacyMTG #ValueVintage #BudgetMagic 00:00 What Is Value Vintage?01:00 How the $30 Deckbuilding Rule Works03:18 The Biggest Challenges of the Format03:57 Nadu Breakfast Explained05:27 How the Breakfast Combo Wins08:01 MTG Finance & Deck Prices10:11 Why Card Prices Shape the Meta13:21 Four Decks to Know14:30 Merfolk Deck Tech17:45 Why Merfolk Is a Top Tempo Deck22:53 Fluctuator Combo Deck26:37 Cloudpost Big Mana32:37 Hogaak Pox Aggro35:06 Final Thoughts & Eternal Weekend A full Vintage deck for just $30... would you try it? 👇 Which deck would you sleeve up first? Nadu Breakfast 🥣, Merfolk 🌊, Fluctuator ♻️, Cloudpost 🏔️, Hogaak Pox ☠️, or something completely different? And if you've already played Value Vintage, let us know your favorite deck—we're always looking for more brews! vidIQ TimestampsPinned Comment

    39 Min.

  5. vor 4 Tagen

    Candelabra Is Gone. The Problem Isn't.

    The Banned & Restricted announcement is here... ...and we're left with more questions than answers. In this emergency episode, Zac and Phil react to Candelabra of Tawnos being banned in Legacy, discuss why Planar Nexus and Fantasticar remain legal, and break down Wizards' reasoning behind one of the most surprising B&R announcements in recent memory. We discuss: Why Candelabra of Tawnos was chosenIs Planar Nexus still the real problem?Why Fantasticar survived another B&RWizards' explanation for Legacy's current healthFlow State vs. Expressive IterationThe future of Colorless TronWhat this means for Eternal WeekendHow Legacy should be curated going forward Do you agree with Wizards' decision, or did they ban around the real issue? Let us know in the comments. #MTGLegacy #MagicTheGathering #BannedAndRestricted #LegacyMTG #MTG 00:00 Emergency B&R Reaction00:29 Why Candelabra of Tawnos?01:22 What About Planar Nexus?02:57 Did Wizards Miss Fantasticar?06:46 Breaking Down the Official Explanation08:48 Comparing Legacy to Pauper's B&R Philosophy11:19 What This Ban Means for Collectors11:48 Is Legacy Actually Diversifying?12:26 Flow State vs. Expressive Iteration14:17 Final Thoughts on the Announcement Timestamps

    14 Min.

  6. vor 4 Tagen

    Candelabra Is Gone. The Problem Isn't.

    The Banned & Restricted announcement is here... ...and we're left with more questions than answers. In this emergency episode, Zac and Phil react to Candelabra of Tawnos being banned in Legacy, discuss why Planar Nexus and Fantasticar remain legal, and break down Wizards' reasoning behind one of the most surprising B&R announcements in recent memory. We discuss: Why Candelabra of Tawnos was chosenIs Planar Nexus still the real problem?Why Fantasticar survived another B&RWizards' explanation for Legacy's current healthFlow State vs. Expressive IterationThe future of Colorless TronWhat this means for Eternal WeekendHow Legacy should be curated going forward Do you agree with Wizards' decision, or did they ban around the real issue? Let us know in the comments. #MTGLegacy #MagicTheGathering #BannedAndRestricted #LegacyMTG #MTG 00:00 Emergency B&R Reaction00:29 Why Candelabra of Tawnos?01:22 What About Planar Nexus?02:57 Did Wizards Miss Fantasticar?06:46 Breaking Down the Official Explanation08:48 Comparing Legacy to Pauper's B&R Philosophy11:19 What This Ban Means for Collectors11:48 Is Legacy Actually Diversifying?12:26 Flow State vs. Expressive Iteration14:17 Final Thoughts on the Announcement Timestamps

    14 Min.

  7. vor 4 Tagen

    Legacy's Threat Level: July 2026

    What does Legacy actually look like right before the next Banned & Restricted announcement? In this episode, Zac and Phil take a data-driven look at the Legacy metagame using our Threat Level Assessment, ranking the format's most-played cards by both prevalence and saturation to identify the strategies shaping the format before Wizards makes its next move. We discuss: Why Force of Will and Wasteland remain Legacy's defining pillarsFlow State's meteoric rise and comparisons to Expressive IterationIs Urza's Saga becoming Legacy's biggest threat?Why Tamiyo and Orcish Bowmasters are decliningWhat the numbers reveal about combo versus fair decksHow Thoughtseize, Murktide Regent, and Ancient Tomb reflect the current metagameWhether Wizards should be more aggressive with format curationWhich cards are quietly gaining ground before the next B&R announcement Whether you love metagame analysis or simply want to understand where Legacy is heading, this episode breaks down the numbers behind the format—and what they might mean going forward. What card has the highest threat level in your mind right now? #MTGLegacy #MagicTheGathering #LegacyMTG #BannedAndRestricted #MTG 00:00 Legacy Threat Level Explained01:40 Force of Will vs. Wasteland04:12 Flow State's Rapid Rise11:02 Flow State vs. Expressive Iteration14:34 Thoughtseize as a Metagame Indicator16:40 Doomsday's Current Position19:08 Flow State vs. Stock Up22:05 Murktide Regent & Tamiyo Trends27:41 Orcish Bowmasters Is Falling29:09 Simian Spirit Guide & Other Meta Shifts30:20 Is Legacy in a Good Place?31:11 Atraxa & Show and Tell Trends34:11 Kozilek's Command & Candelabra of Tawnos Rising34:41 Lotus Petal: Legacy's Most Played Artifact35:18 Final Thoughts & Looking Ahead to the B&R Timestamps

    37 Min.

  8. vor 4 Tagen

    Legacy's Threat Level: July 2026

    What does Legacy actually look like right before the next Banned & Restricted announcement? In this episode, Zac and Phil take a data-driven look at the Legacy metagame using our Threat Level Assessment, ranking the format's most-played cards by both prevalence and saturation to identify the strategies shaping the format before Wizards makes its next move. We discuss: Why Force of Will and Wasteland remain Legacy's defining pillarsFlow State's meteoric rise and comparisons to Expressive IterationIs Urza's Saga becoming Legacy's biggest threat?Why Tamiyo and Orcish Bowmasters are decliningWhat the numbers reveal about combo versus fair decksHow Thoughtseize, Murktide Regent, and Ancient Tomb reflect the current metagameWhether Wizards should be more aggressive with format curationWhich cards are quietly gaining ground before the next B&R announcement Whether you love metagame analysis or simply want to understand where Legacy is heading, this episode breaks down the numbers behind the format—and what they might mean going forward. What card has the highest threat level in your mind right now? #MTGLegacy #MagicTheGathering #LegacyMTG #BannedAndRestricted #MTG 00:00 Legacy Threat Level Explained01:40 Force of Will vs. Wasteland04:12 Flow State's Rapid Rise11:02 Flow State vs. Expressive Iteration14:34 Thoughtseize as a Metagame Indicator16:40 Doomsday's Current Position19:08 Flow State vs. Stock Up22:05 Murktide Regent & Tamiyo Trends27:41 Orcish Bowmasters Is Falling29:09 Simian Spirit Guide & Other Meta Shifts30:20 Is Legacy in a Good Place?31:11 Atraxa & Show and Tell Trends34:11 Kozilek's Command & Candelabra of Tawnos Rising34:41 Lotus Petal: Legacy's Most Played Artifact35:18 Final Thoughts & Looking Ahead to the B&R Timestamps

    37 Min.
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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eternaldurdles/subscribe Eternal Durdles is a weekly Magic: the Gathering podcast focusing on the Legacy format. Hosted by long-time MTG veterans Zac Clark and Phil Blechman.

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