Magic The Amateuring

On this episode, Maria and Meghan roll out the red carpet for Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur’s Gate – diving into the new cards, mechanics, and flavor of Magic’s next set release. What would your background enchantment be called? And what would it do? PLUS: A recap of this past weekend’s exciting events at the New Capenna Championship, including the win rates of the top decks so you can figure out what to play on the ladder! Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Check out our Board Games YouTube Channel Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Follow us on Twitter Peep Our Insta Be our Facebook Friend Watch us play on Twitch Everything GLHF is on our Website Get the Best MTG Gear with UltraPRO

On this episode, Maria and Meghan get you ready for this weekend’s New Capenna Championship! They’ll let you know what the top decks in both Standard and Historic are heading into the last big tournament of the year (other than the World Championship, of course). And speaking of the World Championship, your intrepid hosts will also update you on the race for Worlds as 19 competitors get sent to battle on Magic’s biggest stage. PLUS: A basketball update??? Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Check out our Board Games YouTube Channel Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Follow us on Twitter Peep Our Insta Be our Facebook Friend Watch us play on Twitch Everything GLHF is on our Website Visit our sponsor Card Kingdom Get the Best MTG Gear with UltraPRO

On this episode, Maria and Meghan share their harrowing tales of the format that is Street of New Capenna Draft. It’s tough out there kids. But what can you do to get those wins? Your hosts are here to help…if at all possible. PLUS: New Capenna Storytime: Chapter 2, and the double-M’s get to pack-crackin’ for Flavor Text Theatre: Movie Pitches! Special bonus: find out which famous dude probably stabbed people in the back for the government! Donate to Abortion Funds and Get Free Magic Swag Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Check out our Board Games YouTube Channel Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Follow us on Twitter Peep Our Insta Be our Facebook Friend Watch us play on Twitch Everything GLHF is on our Website Visit our sponsor Card Kingdom Get the Best MTG Gear with UltraPRO

On this episode, Maria and Meghan recap their experiences with Magic’s newest set: Streets of New Capenna! Find out what lessons they’ve learned so far in Limited (draft and sealed) — the answers might surprise you! PLUS: The first chapter of New Capenna story is a thrilling one (do they keep angels in cages?!) and Meghan learns a tough truth about wildfires. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Check out our Board Games YouTube Channel Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Follow us on Twitter Peep Our Insta Be our Facebook Friend Watch us play on Twitch Everything GLHF is on our Website Visit our sponsor Card Kingdom Get the Best MTG Gear with UltraPRO View GLHF’s Limited Decks!

On this episode, Maria and Meghan regale you with tales from Maria’s first in-person paper prerelease since before the pandemic! Find out what kind of deck she built and how her experience was playing in the meat space once again. PLUS: Judge Rob stops by to talk about some spicy New Capenna cards that would be fun to build around in Oathbreaker (GLHF’s favorite multiplayer format). Find out what cards you could sling in a quick multiplayer bonanza! BONUS: Maria lets you know about the best episode of Columbo. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Check out our Board Games YouTube Channel Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Follow us on Twitter Peep Our Insta Be our Facebook Friend Watch us play on Twitch Everything GLHF is on our Website Visit our sponsor Card Kingdom Get the Best MTG Gear with UltraPRO Oathbreaker Info

On this episode, Maria and Meghan welcome back very special guest Judge Rob to cover all the new and returning mechanics and tricky cards in Streets of New Capenna! Your in-store prerelease is coming up this weekend and you don’t want to go in unprepared! After all, Arena won’t automatically do things correctly for you IRL! PLUS: Cutest and Grossest cards are crowned and your trio of hosts invents a …desert? …drink? …horrible snack? that nature truly wishes had never been born. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Check out our Board Games YouTube Channel Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Follow us on Twitter Peep Our Insta Be our Facebook Friend Watch us play on Twitch Everything GLHF is on our Website Visit our sponsor Card Kingdom Get the Best MTG Gear with UltraPRO

On this episode, Maria and Meghan get down and dirty with the new and returning mechanics and spicy new cards of Streets of New Capenna! Find out how the five crime families will represent themselves on the battlefield and which one you might make a deal (you can’t refuse) with. PLUS: Where does Halo come from, really? And exactly what toilet is it made inside?! Meghan also wraps up the Neon Dynasty story (get the tissues ready!) Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Check out our Board Games YouTube Channel Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Follow us on Twitter Peep Our Insta Be our Facebook Friend Watch us play on Twitch Everything GLHF is on our Website Visit our sponsor Card Kingdom Get the Best MTG Gear with UltraPRO Streets of New Capenna Preview Schedule

On this episode, Maria and Meghan break down the big Organized Play announcement that rocked the Magic multiverse. How does the new system work? What does it mean for you? When does it start? Your hosts are here with all the answers! PLUS: Kamigawa Neon Dynasty storytime’s penultimate episode — and important questions are asked like, would YOU lick a Picasso? And just how long is Canada? Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Check out our Board Games YouTube Channel Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Follow us on Twitter Peep Our Insta Be our Facebook Friend Watch us play on Twitch Everything GLHF is on our Website Visit our sponsor Card Kingdom Get the Best MTG Gear with UltraPRO

On this episode, Maria and Meghan share Top 5 lists from various Magic players at how to get better at the game. What are some principles to put into practice today that will help you win tomorrow? Maria also whipped up her own Top 5 list and she’ll let you know what’s on it! PLUS: Neon Dynasty storytime with Meghan and a very important discussion about slingshots. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Check out our Board Games YouTube Channel Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Follow us on Twitter Peep Our Insta Be our Facebook Friend Watch us play on Twitch Everything GLHF is on our Website Visit our sponsor Card Kingdom Get the Best MTG Gear with UltraPRO

On this episode, Maria and Meghan talk about the “Stream Heard ‘Round the World” that made waves last week with updates to MTG Arena’s economy. Why was it received so very, very badly? What changes were previewed that made fans the most upset? And what should Wizards of the Coast do differently moving forward? PLUS: Streets of New Capenna hits stores next month (!!) and your hosts get you ready with a first look at Magic’s newest crime world set! Are you ready to take some Halo, traveler? Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Check out our Board Games YouTube Channel Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Follow us on Twitter Peep Our Insta Be our Facebook Friend Watch us play on Twitch Everything GLHF is on our Website Visit our sponsor Card Kingdom Get the Best MTG Gear with UltraPRO

On this episode, Maria and Meghan recap the total epicness that was the Neon Dynasty Championship! Find out what top decks you should be screen-shotting for the ladder in Alchemy and Historic — as well as weird decks that had great winrates! PLUS: What did this tournament do for Alchemy’s reputation in the wider Magic world? New cards are arriving on Arena THIS week! Take a break from this messed up world to have some fun with your two hosts. <3 Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Check out our Board Games YouTube Channel Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Follow us on Twitter Peep Our Insta Be our Facebook Friend Watch us play on Twitch Everything GLHF is on our Website Visit our sponsor Card Kingdom Get the Best MTG Gear with UltraPRO Cool decks from the Neon Dynasty Championship Alchemy Previews New Capenna Previews

On this episode, Maria and Meghan prepare you for this weekend’s Neon Dynasty Championship! They’ll kick it off with a discussion about Magic the Gathering’s newest format: Alchemy. What do we all think about Alchemy now that it’s been out in the world for a little while? What do we think will happen with it in the future? Why does it seem like it’s failing? What Alchemy decks will the pros bring to battle — and will Naya Runes RUIN the day? All these questions and more! PLUS: Neon Dynasty Flavor Text Theatre presents: Movie Pitches!! Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Check out our Board Games YouTube Channel Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Follow us on Twitter Peep Our Insta Be our Facebook Friend Watch us play on Twitch Everything GLHF is on our Website Visit our sponsor Card Kingdom Get the Best MTG Gear with UltraPRO

On this episode, Maria and Meghan get you prepped for the upcoming Neon Dynasty Championship with a rundown of the top decks in Historic! Find a deck you might love to battle with on the ladder or just laugh at all the triggers that will surely be headed to the stack in a Golgari Food mirror. PLUS: Maria makes Day 2 of the Arena Open with a sick Sealed deck, Meghan gives us an update on the Neon Dynasty story and we all Tokyo drift into March like bosses. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Check out our Board Games YouTube Channel Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Follow us on Twitter Peep Our Insta Be our Facebook Friend Watch us play on Twitch Everything GLHF is on our Website Visit our sponsor Card Kingdom Get the Best MTG Gear with UltraPRO

On this episode, Maria and Meghan do a deep dive into the data behind the win rates of cards in Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty! Find out what you should be picking in draft! You’ll learn about the Top 10 Best Cards of any rarity, the best color pairs to draft, and the best commons of each color. PLUS: A discussion of the Alta Fox hedge fund Magic proposition and Meghan shows off her Googling skills in ways you’ve never dreamed of. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Sign up for the GLHF No-Invitational Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Check out our Board Games YouTube Channel Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Follow us on Twitter Peep Our Insta Be our Facebook Friend Watch us play on Twitch Everything GLHF is on our Website Visit our sponsor Card Kingdom Get the Best MTG Gear with UltraPRO

On this episode, Maria and Meghan share their stories from the Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty prerelease! Find out what they think about the current draft format and if they’re able to win a single ding dang game! PLUS: Maria shares a poignant Magic Moment with us with some soft jazz on the side and Meghan really knows the names of her spiders. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Sign up for the GLHF No-Invitational Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Check out our Board Games YouTube Channel Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Follow us on Twitter Peep Our Insta Be our Facebook Friend Watch us play on Twitch Everything GLHF is on our Website Visit our sponsor Card Kingdom Get the Best MTG Gear with UltraPRO

On this episode, Maria and Meghan welcome Judge Rob back to the show to break down all the new & tricky rules, mechanics and cards that come along with this week’s release of Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty! Make sure you’re ready for your prerelease with all the info you need to play like a pro. PLUS: Cutest and Grossest Card are crowned and your two intrepid hosts enter the UltraPRO Olympics…?!? Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Sign up for the GLHF No-Invitational Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Check out our Board Games YouTube Channel Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Follow us on Twitter Peep Our Insta Be our Facebook Friend Watch us play on Twitch Everything GLHF is on our Website Visit our sponsor Card Kingdom Get the Best MTG Gear with UltraPRO

On this episode, Maria and Meghan talk you through the new and returning mechanics from Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty! They also look at the hottest new preview cards (including an EXCLUSIVE one of their own!) PLUS: Meghan recaps the latest chapter in the Neon Dynasty story (it’s a thriller, people!) and Maria wonders what it would be like to wear a jellyfish. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Sign up for the GLHF No-Invitational Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Check out our Board Games YouTube Channel Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Follow us on Twitter Peep Our Insta Be our Facebook Friend Watch us play on Twitch Everything GLHF is on our Website Visit our sponsor Card Kingdom Get the Best MTG Gear with UltraPRO

On this episode, Maria and Meghan talk about Alchemy nerfs before they are likely rolled out this week. What cards do they think should be changed? And how would they change them? And most importantly: will they be right?! PLUS: Meghan wraps up her Kamigawa history storytime as we transition back into the present day before set release. And is it confirmed that Maria’s greatest fear is not driving on snowy roads but rather Esper Clerics?! Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Check out our Board Games YouTube Channel Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Follow us on Twitter Peep Our Insta Be our Facebook Friend Watch us play on Twitch Everything GLHF is on our Website Visit our sponsor Card Kingdom Get the Best MTG Gear with UltraPRO Alchemy Decks Mentioned in the Show Neon Dynasty Preview Schedule

On this episode, Maria and Meghan dive even deeper (is it possible?!) into the backstory of Kamigawa and learn about some really cool characters (and new art…on Sagas?!!!) just recently revealed. PLUS: Are you smarter than an R&D’er? The hosts give you a quiz to see how much you know about the lingo of Magic’s R&D team. BONUS: Maria freaks Meghan out within 4 minutes of the show. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Check out our Board Games YouTube Channel Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Follow us on Twitter Peep Our Insta Be our Facebook Friend Watch us play on Twitch Everything GLHF is on our Website Visit our sponsor Card Kingdom Get the Best MTG Gear with UltraPRO Kamigawa World Building Panel

On this episode, Maria and Meghan take a journey into the past — of Kamigawa! Find out why so many Magic players love this storied plane and what happened story-wise in the first Kamigawa block. They’ll also look at the Top 20 Most Iconic cards from original Kamigawa block and how they’ve impacted the game (and continue to do so to this day!) Meghan’s also got a Storytime to introduce the new Kamigawa set: Neon Dynasty — and the new planeswalker, Kaito Shizuki and his very cute raccoon friend. Become a GLH5 Patron Today! Listen to Weekly Magic News with The Upkeep Buy Some Sweet GLHF Merch Check out our Board Games YouTube Channel Look! It’s our Magic YouTube Channel Follow us on Twitter Peep Our Insta Be our Facebook Friend Watch us play on Twitch Everything GLHF is on our Website Visit our sponsor Card Kingdom Get the Best MTG Gear with UltraPRO