Common Sense Sorcery Podcast

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Zac and Phil explore Sorcery The Contested Realm in ways only they can.

  1. 9H AGO

    Water Control vs Tempo | The Case Nobody Makes

    Phil and I think the community might be wrong about Water.Phil'shttps://curiosa.io/decks/cmlphw1ov008104jx9h4j8ajjZac'shttps://curiosa.io/decks/cmlmwdkuu002l04jvz1ny51efMost players treat Water as a tempo color — bouncing threats, repositioning minions, creating small advantages. But after testing mono-water Magician builds built around Return to Nature, we believe Water is fundamentally a control color.In this episode we break down:• Why inevitability defines Water• How Return to Nature functions as a control engine• Why obfuscating removal matters in best-of-one• The case for Fail Mutation as a control speed bump• Realm control vs tempo positioning• How this deck actually winsWater isn’t about racing. It’s about surviving long enough that your opponent runs out of relevant cards.We walk through both builds, debate card choices (Island Leviathan, shuffle effects, Torch & Pitchfork, Lady of the Lake), and explore what true inevitability looks like in Sorcery.What do you think — is Water tempo… or control?Comment below.

    36 min

  2. FEB 10

    Sorcerer's Summit Meta Report Golden Eagle vs Old Fashioned Nerds

    www.patreon.com/EternaldurdlesTCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAnhttps://bit.ly/MoxfieldSorceryWhat’s actually winning right now in Sorcery: Contested Realm?I sat down with  @goldeneagle1833  Bruce and CJ from  @Oldfashionednerds  to break down the real numbers from the Sorcerer Summit — nearly 2,000 games and 1,300+ decklists.We dig into:• The most played avatars (Pathfinder, Necromancer, Savior)• Which decks spike at top tables• Why Impostor might be secretly busted• How much player skill actually matters• What you should expect rounds 1–3 vs top cut• How to prep for SorceryCon without guessing the metaIf you’re trying to pick a deck or just want to understand the competitive landscape, this is the data-driven episode.Huge thanks to Bruce & CJ for bringing the stats and the spice.

    42 min

  3. FEB 10

    SEND THIS PODCAST TO YOUR MTG FRIENDS

    If you’re an Eternal player who’s feeling burned out on Magic: The Gathering Legacy… This might be the healthiest side-quest you can take. Today we’re doing a crossover between Eternal Durdles and Common Sense Sorcery to answer one question: Why should Legacy, Vintage, Premodern, and Old School players try Sorcery: Contested Realm? We break it down simply: • 1 set per year (no product treadmill)• Slower, skill-testing gameplay (positioning > “gotcha” cards)• Hand-painted art, zero IP crossovers• Affordable deckbuilding (1-of mythics, not 4-of staples)• Designers who actually listen and patch mistakes fast• A format that feels like old-school Magic used to Phil talks about almost quitting Legacy entirely… and how Sorcery brought back that “I want to play cards again” feeling. If you love Eternal Magic but hate the churn, the power creep, and the constant spoiler seasons — this might be exactly what you’re looking for. 👉 Links below to both podcasts, deck techs, and gameplay.

    44 min

  4. JAN 29

    Can Enchantress Survive the Gothic Meta

    In this episode, Zac and Phil take a deep dive into Enchantress in the post-Gothic Sorcery meta. https://curiosa.io/decks/cmkefowau012q04i5i3pws6rx After dominating pre-Gothic events, Enchantress suddenly feels under pressure. Necromancer builds are faster, creatures are bigger, and opponents finally understand how to attack the deck’s weak points. So what happens when a midrange control deck loses the luxury of time? We break down: Why main-deck Drought isn’t the silver bullet it looks like The tension between cute synergies vs consistency Whether Falling Star belongs in Enchantress at all How the 60/30 format changes deck construction Mana base problems, threshold pressure, and real gameplay reps Why Legions of Gaul might secretly be one of the best cards in the deck What Enchantress actually needs right now: more removal, more time, or a clearer plan This isn’t a finished list — it’s deckbuilding in real time, working through mistakes, assumptions, and meta realities to figure out what Enchantress needs to survive (and thrive) in Gothic. If you enjoy long-form Sorcery discussion, deck theory, and honest testing conversations, this one’s for you. 👉 Support the show and get ad-free Sorcery content:patreon.com/eternaldurdles ✍️ Want to write about Sorcery? Deck techs, meta takes, or wild ideas — reach out to ForceofPhil and get published on eternaldurdles.com.

    45 min

  5. JAN 27

    SCG Portland Champion Deck | Aggressive Earth/Fire Strategy

    A brand-new avatar just took 1st place at SEGCON Atlanta — and it wasn’t even in the Top 8 meta conversation.In this episode of Eternal Durdles, Zac and Phil break down the winning Earth/Fire Savior aggro deck, why it works, and what it tells us about where Sorcery’s competitive meta is heading. From warded charge minions acting like removal spells, to sticky value aggro that laughs at Necromancer boards, this list completely recontextualizes how Savior can be built.We also dig into a 4th place Harbinger deck that proves another under-the-radar avatar has serious legs. Voidwalk synergies, cost discounts, Genesis payoffs, and why Harbinger might be the “budget Avatar of Air” no one saw coming.This episode is all about meta evolution, deck discovery, and eating our own words as new avatars continue to break through.🧙‍♂️ Topics covered:SEGCON Atlanta winning deck breakdownAggro Savior vs grindy SaviorWhy ward + charge is so powerfulNecromancer and token matchupsHarbinger as a real competitive avatarMeta depth after GothicUnderplayed cards gaining value💬 Let us know in the comments:Which avatar do you think breaks out next?If you enjoy Sorcery deck breakdowns, meta discussion, and format-level analysis, make sure to like, subscribe, and hit the bell.Support the show & get ad-free Sorcery content:👉 patreon.com/eternaldurdles

    29 min

  6. JAN 22

    The Biggest Sorcery Event of the Year Is Almost Here

    www.patreon.com/EternaldurdlesSorceryCon 2026 is almost here, and we sat down with Mike Servati, one of the core organizers behind the event, to break down everything players, collectors, and artists need to know before heading to Indianapolis.In this episode, we cover:What to expect from SorceryCon 2026 (Feb 19–22, Indianapolis)Constructed, Limited, Sealed, Two-Headed Dragon, and multiplayer formatsMassive original art prize support, including painted tournament trophiesA stacked artist lineup from across the world (Ed Beard Jr., Sam McKinnon, Vincent Pompetti, Elvira Shakirova, Drew Tucker, and more)Live artist sketches, charity raffles, and on-site originalsWhy Sorcery’s organized play ecosystem matters for the long-term health of the gameVendors, singles, sealed product, and exclusive SorceryCon surprisesWhy Sorcery feels different from modern Magic—and why players are buying inIf you’re a competitive Sorcery player, an art collector, or just curious why Sorcery continues to grow while other TCGs fade, this episode is for you.🎟️ Get tickets & full event info:👉 https://sorcerycon.com📍 Location: Indianapolis, IN📅 Dates: February 19–22, 2026As always, thanks for supporting Eternal Durdles and Common Sense Sorcery.Keep contesting the realm.TCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAnhttps://bit.ly/MoxfieldSorcery

    36 min

  7. JAN 20

    The Rise of Site Destruction in Sorcery

    www.patreon.com/EternaldurdlesTCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAnhttps://bit.ly/MoxfieldSorcerySite destruction is no longer a fringe tactic in Sorcery.In this episode of the Eternal Durdles Cast, Zac Clark and Phil (ForceofPhil) take a deep dive into site destruction as a real, emerging archetype, breaking down why it’s showing up now, which cards enable it, and how players should be adapting their deck construction in response.With the growing density of land hate—especially from Gothic—the conversation explores how attacking an opponent’s mana development and threshold can fundamentally reshape the metagame.We discuss:Why site destruction wasn’t viable before — and why it is nowBuilding decks with sites first in a 60/30 worldImmediate vs delayed site destruction (and why it matters)Key cards:Asmodeus, Raze, Salt the Earth, Lord of Destruction, Land Deed, Year of the Blaze, Great Drowning of Men, Hamlet’s Ablaze, Castle’s AblazeWhy Fire is the backbone of site destruction decksThe role of movement and Air splash (Blink, Realm Eater, Sir Balin)How gridlock and Imperial Road lock opponents out of developmentDefensive answers like Order of the Sacred Oak, Ward effects, and mana minionsWhy site destruction punishes greedy curves and “queen” decksHow this archetype forces players to lower curves and rethink top-end spellsThis episode isn’t about declaring site destruction the best deck — it’s about recognizing it as a real pressure on deckbuilding going forward.If you’re still building decks assuming you’ll always hit five or six mana…you might already be behind.

    34 min

  8. JAN 15

    The BEST DECKS (so far) from Gothic

    www.patreon.com/EternaldurdlesTCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAnhttps://bit.ly/MoxfieldSorceryThe first real post-Gothic metagame results are in, and they tell a clear story.In this episode of Eternal Durdles, Zac Clark and Phil (ForceofPhil) break down the Top 8 from SEGCon Atlanta, the first major event to give us meaningful data after Gothic’s release. With full decklists in hand, we analyze what actually won, what underperformed, and what this means for Sorcery going forward.This isn’t theorycrafting — it’s results-based analysis.We cover:Why the post-Gothic meta is midrange-dominatedHow Rectangle Theory continues to define winning decksWhy Mono Water Necromancer took down the eventThin Ice + Koi Nixie as a new power engineWhy Deathspeaker survived cemetery hateThe return of Steam Druid and Fire-based aggressionEnchantress shifting from control into midrangeWhy cheap bodies and movement matter more than everWhich avatars didn’t show up — and why that mattersWhat players should be adjusting right now in deckbuildingIf you’re still building decks like it’s pre-Gothic, this episode will catch you up fast.The metagame has moved — and this is your snapshot of where it landed.

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