Griffin Fly MTG

Griffin Fleischaker
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Griffin Fly MTG

Griffin Fly is an avid Magic: The Gathering player trying to teach his dad, who has zero MTG game experience, how to play the game, while also discussing neurodivergence, mental health, family relationships, but most of all, how to win the world's most popular trading card game!

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    Building My Dad's First Magic: the Gathering Deck

    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...

    23 min

  2. DEC 1

    Battle Of The Fantasy MTG Decks!

    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 In...

    6 min

  3. NOV 25

    Green MTG Commanders Battle

    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 com...

    7 min

  4. NOV 19

    Griffin Fly MTG AMA #1 - Ask Me Anything, MTG Related

    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-buildi...

    39 min

  5. NOV 11

    My Dad Is Getting Nervous About His First Game Of Magic: the Gathering

    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, an...

    21 min

  6. NOV 4

    Understanding Proxies in Magic: The Gathering

    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 store...

    14 min

  7. OCT 27

    Mastering MTG Combos and Tier Systems: Strategies and Insights

    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 dec...

    16 min

  8. OCT 20

    Deck Teching Strategies and Insights for Magic: The Gathering

    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 ap...

    17 min
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About

Griffin Fly is an avid Magic: The Gathering player trying to teach his dad, who has zero MTG game experience, how to play the game, while also discussing neurodivergence, mental health, family relationships, but most of all, how to win the world's most popular trading card game!

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    Griffin Fleischaker
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  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
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    © 2024 Griffin Fly MTG
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