My Mythical Meta
by 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.
Episodes
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The EDH First Aid Kit: Cards To Instantly Improve Your Deck
My Mythical Meta hosts Travis, Benjamin, and Derek share a practical “first aid kit” for improving Commander decks. Improve your Commander decks with a practical EDH first aid kit. Learn to fix weak spots using efficient card utility. We break down how to shore up your lists with better card…
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Why We Play That Card: My Mythical Meta's Signature Spellbook
In this episode, Travis, Benjamin, and Derek share their signature cards and the stories behind them, revealing how these choices reflect their playstyles and deck-building philosophies. They discuss iconic cards like Fleshbag Marauder, Avacyn Angel of Hope, Omniscience, and Maze's End, offering...
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What Makes Loot So Miserable To Play Against?
In this episode, we explore a unique mono black deck built around the concept of shrinking opponents' creatures and boosting Loot's power for a swift victory. We discuss card choices, strategies, and the thematic synergy that makes this deck both fun and effective. Loot deck list:...
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Deckcheck's New Threat Index | The EDH Power Scale That Doesn't Miss
In this episode, Anthony Graham, creator of Deckcheck.co, discusses the evolution of his deck evaluation tools, including the transition from the CRISPI score to the new Deckcheck Threat Index (DTI). He shares insights into how AI is transforming deck building and analysis, and how these...
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Your Carnage Deck Needs VAMPIRES | Deck Doctor
READ THIS: We didn't know the blood token theme was a must-keep until the next morning. The Archidekt link below is the version that kept the blood-token theme. The Deckcheck link is the version that upgraded the deck to bracket 3. In this episode, Travis explores the intricacies of building a...
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GET IN THE ROBOT, LOREHOLD! | EDH Deck Doctor
In this episode, we explore how Lorehold the Historian can be optimized for powerful miracle and reanimation strategies in Commander. We discuss deck building, key synergies, and tactical choices to maximize its potential. In this episode, Benjamin and Travis explore the intricacies of building a...
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Deck Doctor: Can We Take This Shiko Deck DOWN A Bracket?
In this episode, Travis and Benjamin explore how to adapt a powerful deck for a more interactive and balanced gameplay experience, shifting from a combo-focused to a value-oriented strategy suitable for bracket three. They discuss specific card choices, deck building philosophies, and the...
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Araumi of the Dead Tide: How to Abuse Your Graveyard for Massive Wins
Optimize your Araumi of the Dead Tide build with these specific card choices to generate value from your graveyard. We review how to include cards like Mulldrifter and Undead Hand Ninja in your list to maximize efficiency. This guide covers the specific interactions you need to refine your...
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Game-Winning Estrid Combos You Need to Know
Master your Magic the Gathering strategy by analyzing the synergies between Sanctum Weaver, Freed from the Real, and Estrid the Masked. This breakdown explores how specific card interactions function within your deck, helping you optimize your gameplay. We focus on the utility of Sanctum Weaver…
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The Scariest New Commander From Hobbit MTG: The Notary Hobbits
In this episode, we explore the innovative deck built around the Notary Hobbits from the Hobbit set, focusing on combo strategies, key cards, and how to achieve quick infinite wins in Commander. The Notary Hobbits deck list:...
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Snakes...Why Did It Have To Be Snakes?! | Aphelia Viper Whisperer EDH
In this episode, Travis and Benjamin explore the intricacies of building a Golgari mid-range deck centered around Aphelia Viper Whisperer. They discuss deck construction, strategic choices, and how to optimize for different game brackets, providing valuable insights for both new and experienced...
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Can Magic Bring This Couple Back Together? | News From The Warfront
In this episode, Travis and Benjamin revisit their roots as a relationship advice podcast, focusing on how shared hobbies—especially gaming—can strengthen marriages. They discuss practical strategies for couples to connect over games like Magic the Gathering, emphasizing communication, patience,...
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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…
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Treebeard Commander Gets a Complete Lifegain Overhaul
In this episode, we explore how to optimize a Treebeard Gracious Host deck through strategic card choices, removals, and protections to enhance its long-term resilience and effectiveness in Commander. Deck list: https://archidekt.com/decks/24152939/patron_shyguymatt_treebeard_gracious_host Key...
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Pantlaza Dinosaur Deck: Infinite Combos and Big Finishers
In this episode, Derek shares his insights on building a powerful Dinosaur Tribal deck featuring Pantlaza Sun Favored. We explore key synergies, tech moves, and strategies to maximize your deck's potential. Derek's Pantlaza, Sun-Favored Decklist:...
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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...
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7 Days to Build the Perfect Commander Deck
Deck Building Styles Explored: Fast vs. Methodical In this episode of My Mythical Meta, Travis and Derek dive into their contrasting deck-building philosophies—one racing against the clock, the other meticulously crafting decks over months. They share insights, successes, failures, and practical...
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These Token Synergy Cards Will Transform Your MTG Deck
Ultimate Guide to Building a Tokens Deck in Magic: The Gathering In this episode: Explore beginner-friendly commanders, essential cards, lands, ramp, protection, recursion, and strategic tips to master tokens decks. Whether you're new or experienced, learn how to optimize synergy, resilience, and...
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Timmy's First Goblin Deck VS. Galaxy Brain Tokens | How to Play Token Armies in MTG
This episode explores the ins and outs of building and piloting effective token decks in Magic: The Gathering, focusing on strategies, key keywords, and common pitfalls. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned players looking to refine their approach. Patreon.com/mymythicalmeta Chapters 00:00...
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Aggressive Rakdos in Commander: Gev, Scaled Scorch Deck Deep Dive
In this deck tech, Travis and Derek explore the ins and outs of building a competitive Gev Scaled Scorch Commander deck. They discuss card choices, strategies, and how to optimize for a fast, aggressive game plan in EDH. Gev, Scaled Scorch deck list:...
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Azami, Lady of Scrolls | Still Winning by Deck-Out After All This Time
This episode explores the intricacies of building a powerful Azami, Lady of Scrolls commander deck in Magic: The Gathering. It covers deck construction, card choices, and strategic insights for maximizing control and card draw in mono blue. Azami Lady of Scrolls deck list:...
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Bracket Debate Redux | I Was Wrong About Everything
This episode explores the complexities of Magic: The Gathering deck brackets, focusing on how players interpret and classify decks from brackets two to four. The hosts debate the criteria for each bracket, the role of game changers, and how to communicate deck power levels effectively among...
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$200 Golgari Food Deck | Ygra Goes Off
In this episode, Travis and Benjamin analyze a Ygra Eater of All deck focused on a Voltron strategy within a $200 budget. They explore the card synergies, deck construction, and strategic considerations for building a powerful Golgari Aristocrats food-themed deck. In this episode, Benjamin…
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The Eldrazi Are Taking Over | Belbe Corrupted Observer Commander
In this episode, Travis and Benjamin analyze a Golgari Eldrazi deck built around Belbe Corrupted Observer, exploring strategies, card choices, and potential upgrades to optimize gameplay. Perfect for players looking to enhance their Commander experience with insights on ramp, removal, and big...
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We Use Proxy MTG Cards! (Roast us in the comments)
In this episode, Travis, Benjamin, and Derek dive into the contentious topic of proxy cards in Magic: The Gathering, exploring both the philosophical and practical sides of the debate. Whether you're a proxy supporter or a purist, this discussion offers valuable insights into how proxies impact...
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Witherbloom is Broken When You Do This
In this episode, Travis and Benjamin explore the intricacies of building a competitive Witherbloom deck in Magic: The Gathering, focusing on strategies, card choices, and deck optimization for different bracket levels. Witherbloom deck list:...
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Sokka Deck Doctor | Small Changes, Huge Damage
In this episode, Travis and Benjamin analyze and optimize a Sokka Tenacious Tactician EDH deck, focusing on improving efficiency, protection, and synergy to elevate its competitive potential. They discuss card choices, strategic adjustments, and deckbuilding principles to help players build...
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The Commander Evaluation System Every Player Needs
This episode explores how Quadrant Theory can be applied to deck building in Magic: The Gathering, focusing on evaluating commanders and cards based on game phases. The hosts discuss archetypes, commander roles, and strategic deck construction to optimize gameplay across different game states....
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The Framework That Separates Good Commander Players From Great Ones
Unlock the secret to mastering card evaluation with Quadrant Theory—an proven framework that transforms your Magic: The Gathering gameplay. Whether you're new or a seasoned player, discover how this centuries-old tool (popularized in 2014) can dramatically improve your deck-building strategy by...
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EDH Players Are Building Interaction All Wrong
This episode explores the crucial role of interaction in deck building for Magic: The Gathering, focusing on reactive vs proactive strategies, speed considerations, and how to tailor your interaction package to your deck's game plan and meta. Derek and Benjamin share insights on effective…
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Dark Leo & Shredder EDH: The Foot Clan Deck That Wins Games
Explore the intricate design and strategic gameplay of the Dark Leo and Shredder ninja deck, focusing on key tactics like evasion, recursion, and finishing moves. Perfect for players looking to master ninja-themed strategies in Commander. My Mythical Meta's Dark Leo and Shredder Community Brew…
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Your Valgavoth Deck is Missing Something Critical
In this episode, Travis and Benjamin analyze a Patron's Rakdos group slug deck, focusing on optimizing card choices, strategies, and game plan to maximize efficiency and fun. They explore deck building, key synergies, and tactical upgrades to elevate your gameplay. 00:00 Introduction to Valgavoth...
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Your Commander Deck is Probably Broken. Here's Why
This episode explores common deck building mistakes in Commander, focusing on over-reliance on commanders, theme adjacency, and lack of practical testing. Learn how to diagnose and fix these issues to improve your deck's performance and consistency.Chapters00:00 Common EDH Deck Building...
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Your Commander Deck Loses Because of This
In this episode, Travis, Benjamin, and Derek discuss the most common mistakes made in Commander deck building. They explore the importance of deck velocity, mana base management, interaction, and understanding the true mana curve of a deck. The conversation is filled with practical tips and...
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Friendship in Gaming: A Mythical Meta Reunion
In this episode of My Mythical Meta, the crew discusses their favorite gaming experiences, legendary creatures, video games, movies, shows, and books from 2025. They also reflect on their personal goals and aspirations for 2026, emphasizing the importance of friendship and community in achieving...
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Ashling the Limitless Gets SCARY Good | Precon Upgrade
In this episode, Benjamin and Derek discuss the process of upgrading the Dance of the Elements pre-constructed deck from Magic: The Gathering. They explore the challenges of the original mana base, the strategic choices made in selecting cards, and the synergies within the elemental theme. The...
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Derek's Henzie Masterpiece | Jund Commander That Dominates
In this episode of the Eldorado Gaming Deck Series, hosts Travis and Derek dive deep into Derek's modified Henzie Toolbox Torre deck. The conversation kicks off with a light-hearted reunion, quickly transitioning into a detailed analysis of the deck's mechanics and strategies. Henzie, a Jund...
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This AI Understands MTG Better Than Most Players
In this conversation, the hosts discuss the role of AI in enhancing the deck-building experience for Magic: The Gathering players, focusing on DeckCheck.co, an AI-powered tool designed to address common challenges faced by Commander players. They explore the various features of DeckCheck…
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The Best Gift Giving Cards in Magic | Top 10
In this episode, the hosts celebrate the holiday season by discussing the top 10 gift-giving cards in Magic: The Gathering. They explore various strategies for gifting cards to opponents, share personal anecdotes, and engage with their community through Patreon. The conversation is filled with...
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Grixis Theft in Magic | The Strategy Nobody Wants to Face
In this episode of My Mythical Meta, Travis and Benjamin explore the archetype of Grixis Theft in Magic: The Gathering. They discuss the mechanics of stealing opponents' cards, the strategic advantages and disadvantages of theft, and how to effectively build a theft-themed deck. The conversation...
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EDH Mismatches? You're Not Using Brackets Right
In this episode of My Mythical Meta, hosts Travis and Benjamin discuss the intricacies of the EDH bracket system, offering insights into how players can better communicate and match expectations for enjoyable games. They explore the purpose of the bracket system, its role in reducing mismatches,...
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Can Magic The Gathering Save Your Marriage?
In this episode of My Mythical Meta, host Travis and his team delve into the dynamics of gaming within relationships, sharing insights on how gaming can strengthen bonds and resolve conflicts. They discuss various strategies for balancing skill levels, the benefits of cooperative games, and the...
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Will Fire Lord Zuko NEVER KNOW PEACE? EDH Commander Breakdown
In this episode, Travis and Benjamin dive into the intricacies of building a deck centered around Fire Lord Zuko from Avatar: The Last Airbender. They discuss the importance of community engagement in deck building, the mechanics of Mardu tokens, and the strategies for maximizing card draw, ramp,...
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Please DON'T Put This In Magic: The Gathering
In this episode, the hosts discuss their predictions and hopes for future Magic the Gathering universes, exploring various franchises like Gundam, Pokémon, Digimon, and more. They delve into the potential for crossover sets and the impact of nostalgia on the gaming community, while also…
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Vorthos is Dead. Long Live Melvin.
In this episode, the hosts discuss the evolution of Magic: The Gathering, particularly focusing on the Universes Beyond initiative. They explore how the integration of various IPs has shifted the identity of Magic from a traditional fantasy card game to a more diverse and expansive gaming...
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Can This 20-Year-Old Commander Hang With HOT New EDH Decks?
In this episode of My Mythical Meta, host Travis welcomes Keenan from Commander I Hardly Know Her to discuss his favorite Magic: The Gathering deck, Shirei, Shizo's Caretaker. They explore the inspiration behind Brew Sesh Friday, delve into deck-building strategies, and highlight the importance…
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MTG Forgot To Balance These Doctor Who Cards!
In this episode of MyMythicalMeta's Deck Doctor series, hosts Travis and Benjamin review a deck submitted by a community member, Nunbatz, featuring The Twelfth Doctor as the commander. They discuss the deck's strengths, weaknesses, and potential improvements, focusing on the unique 'Demonstrate'...
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Sam and Frodo's Hot Dog Eating Contest (Sponsored by Mordor)
In this episode of My Mythical Meta, Benjamin and Derek dive into a detailed deck tech featuring a unique Magic: The Gathering deck built around the commanders Frodo, Adventurous Hobbit and Sam, Loyal Attendant. The conversation explores the deck's strategy, focusing on life gain, card draw…
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EDH Deck Challenges That Will SAVE Your Magic Group
In this episode of My Mythical Meta, Travis, Benjamin, and Derek explore various deck building challenges in EDH gameplay. They discuss the creativity sparked by different formats, including background enchantments, secret commander exchanges, personality swaps, and color identity challenges. The...
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What Happens If I Build a $5,000 Meme Deck?
In this conversation, the participants discuss the nuances of deck building in Magic: The Gathering, particularly focusing on the concept of deck brackets and the impact of mana bases on gameplay. They explore how the quality of cards and lands can influence the classification of a deck, the...
About this show
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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El Dorado Gaming