My Mythical Meta

El Dorado Gaming

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.

  1. Jul 27

    MTG's Worst Art Decisions vs. Their Most Beautiful Sets

    Join us as we explore the vibrant world of Magic the Gathering artwork, from lazy screen captures to stunning special guest pieces. Whether you're an art enthusiast or just love the game, this episode dives into the artistic choices that make or break MTG cards and highlights our favorites. In this episode: The worst alternate art treatments: Avatar screen grabs, Marvel Universe masterpieces, and more. The most readable and visually impressive art styles, including Strixhaven Mystical Archives and Kamigawa Neon Dynasty. Artistic innovations like borderless frames, special guests, and unique mediums. Our personal favorite sets and iconic artwork, including Zendikar Expeditions, Kaladesh inventions, and Unstable lands. How subjective art truly is, with insights into personal taste and nostalgia influencing opinion. Timestamps: 00:00 - Welcome and episode overview of Magic the Gathering art 00:25 - Introduction of the hosts and Patreon shoutouts 01:46 - How community opinions coalesce around set visuals 02:36 - Critique of Shieldred art featuring Benedict Cumberbatch 03:01 - Exploring alternate art treatments and how to find them on Scryfall 04:14 - The lazy Avatar screen grab arts – a deep dive into laziness and missed opportunity 05:35 - Marvel Universe masterpiece arts — busy, hard-to-read, and lacking clarity 06:53 - Breakdown of illegible and poorly designed cards like Ultron and Lord of the Rings 10:17 - The aesthetic and readability issues with retro and borderless artifacts 12:03 - The pros and cons of showcase cycles like Outlaws of Thunder Junction 13:18 - Personal preferences: dislike for old art styles and brown borders 14:17 - The impact of special borderless and sleeve-styled arts, including Star Trek crossover cards 23:16 - Our admiration for Strixhaven Mystical Archives’ art quality 26:16 - Kamigawa Neon Dynasty’s neon frames and cultural references 28:07 - Wilds of Eldraine’s enchanting filigree and geometric designs 29:30 - The artistic beauty of Final Fantasy and Marvel positional art 32:51 - The appeal of Multiverse Legends and thematic set styles 34:23 - Unique special guest art styles, from felt layered art to pulp sci-fi inspirations 35:00 - The incredible quality of set-specific art like Tarkir Dragonstorm ultimatums 38:13 - The elevated artistry of special guest cards and their diverse mediums 41:21 - Final thoughts on subjective art, nostalgia, and personal perception 42:05 - Wrap-up and encouragement to share your favorite art and artists Let us know your top Magic art pieces, the artists you love, and the styles that inspire you. Join the discussion in our community or leave comments! Note: This episode celebrates the diversity of art styles—what's a masterpiece to some might be a miss to others. Keep sharing, keep discussing, and keep enjoying the incredible art of Magic the Gathering!

  2. Jun 29

    Turns Out The Avengers Deck Needs More SPIDERS

    In this episode, Travis and Benjamin break down the detailed upgrade process for the Avengers Assemble Preconstructed Deck, focusing on maximizing hero synergy, protection, and efficiency. Whether you're a competitive player or just love heroic themes, this episode offers valuable insights into deck building and card prioritization. Avengers Assemble Precon Upgrade decklist: https://archidekt.com/decks/23768656/marvel_deck_upgrade Key Topics: The shift from equipment to hero tribal focus, emphasizing +1/+1 counters and impactful triggers Core card improvements: inclusion of Roaming Throne, Captain America Wings of Freedom, and other heroic finisher cards Why ramp was intentionally reduced to enhance synergy rather than early acceleration Upgrading removal and interaction for better control and resilience The importance of sticking to a mid-range game plan, with a focus on combat damage and hero triggers Critical card replacements: removing staples like reconnaissance mission for hero-based effects How to optimize deck size, tempo, and resource management in a hero tribal build The significance of building for bracket three, with a potential to challenge bracket two tables Exploring future upgrades: tutors, counterspells, and fast mana options for power escalation 00:00 Introduction to the Avengers Assemble Precon Upgrade 03:47 Deck Overview and Initial Impressions 08:36 Key Changes and Upgrades to the Deck 09:43 Game Plan and Strategy for the Deck 11:45 Pillars of the Deck: Heroes and Synergy 14:52 Plus One Plus One Counters and Their Importance 17:23 Ramp Decisions and Their Impact on Gameplay 21:03 Ant-Man and Photon: New Ramp Strategies 23:35 Card Draw Innovations in Hero Decks 26:18 Removing Ineffective Cards for Better Synergy 27:51 Spider Heroes: Enhancing Card Draw and Utility 30:54 King T'Challa: Passive Card Draw and Aggressive Play 32:21 Interaction and Removal: Upgrading the Deck 34:50 One-Sided Board Wipes: Strategic Advantages 37:23 New Heroes and Their Impact on Gameplay 39:02 Recursion and Protection: Strengthening the Board 41:39 Finishing Touches: Aggressive Strategies and Top-End Cards

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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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