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Luis Scott-Vargas and Andrew Baeckstrom

Constructed Resources

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Every week, LSV and BK cover all things Constructed, from the newest decks to Constructed fundamentals.

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Constructed Resources #72 - Kamigawa's Neon Destiny

58 min

With NEO making impacts on every format, LSV and BK weigh in on which cards are a flash in the pan and which are here to stay. Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsv

Constructed Resources #71 - Do Constructs Dream of Electric Sheep?

1 hr 13 min

This action-packed episode covers the multi-format bans, Alchemy changes, and the electric highlights from Kamigawa! Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsv

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Constructed Resources #72 - Kamigawa's Neon Destiny

58 min

With NEO making impacts on every format, LSV and BK weigh in on which cards are a flash in the pan and which are here to stay. Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsv

Constructed Resources #71 - Do Constructs Dream of Electric Sheep?

1 hr 13 min

This action-packed episode covers the multi-format bans, Alchemy changes, and the electric highlights from Kamigawa! Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsv

Constructed Resources #70 - Bans, Invites, and More

59 min

LSV and BK tackle a variety of topics this week - retroactive invites, the state of Alchemy, the recent Pauper bans and what the upcoming ban announcement might hold (for every format). Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsv

Constructed Resources #69 - Alchemy, the Arena Open, and You

52 min

With the Alchemy Arena Open coming this weekend, BK and LSV take a look at the best Alchemy cards, decks, and play patterns, and leave you with recommendations with what to play! Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsv

Constructed Resources #68 - Modern Problems Require Modern Solutions

1 hr 8 min

The boys are back in town, and they go deep on Modern gameplay decisions. This episode has tips and tricks for all the most-played Modern staples! Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsv

Constructed Resources #67 - Breaking Down Alchemy

1 hr 14 min

Alchemy has hit the (digital) streets, and LSV and BK break down what looks promising in the first day of testing! Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsv

Constructed Resources #66 - Alchemical Reactions

1 hr 0 min

 A new online-only format was just announced, and the guys do a deep dive on what the implications are and give their first takes on it! Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsv

Constructed Resources #63 - Wedding Gifts, Part 1

1 hr 16 min

LSV makes his triumphant return, as him and BK dole out awards for the best in each category in Crimson Vow. There are some good ones, and they go deep on how each new card could be used!

Constructed Resources #61 - Lone Ranger Q&A

34 min

Your usual hosts BK and BK go over your questions from the CR Discord in this weeks more intimate show! Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst

Constructed Resources #60 - Business as Usual

1 hr 38 min

Your usual hosts Marshall and BK go over what happened last weekend at Worlds as well as much more! Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Marshall Sutcliffe - @Marshall_LR

Constructed Resources #59 - Worlds Breakdown

1 hr 5 min

LSV and BK breakdown what you can expect to see this weekend at MTG Worlds. Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsv

Constructed Resources #58 - The Definitive Guide to Modern

1 hr 16 min

LSV and BK take a good long look at Modern, and break down the best decks and cards from every archetype. Whether you're a fan of Modern or thinking about getting in, this is the episode for you. Discord Join the CR Discord! Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsv

Constructed Resources #57 - Threat and Response

1 hr 30 min

For every threat, there's a proper response - LSV and BK go over the different kinds of threats in Standard, why they are good, and how to answer them. Deck of the Week Legacy Dwarf Bugs Discord Join the CR Discord!

Constructed Resources #56 - On a Midnight Hunt Goin' Anywhere

1 hr 9 min

BK and LSV break down the sweet stuff from day 1 of Innistrad's release, highlighting the cards and decks that stood out in Standard and Modern. Decks of the Week Huey's RG Werewolves LSV's Dimir Control Sponsor Links FTX.us (for US-based listeners) FTX.com

Constructed Resources #55 - The Best Deck in Historic and Innistrad First Takes

1 hr 11 min

With the Arena Open this weekend, LSV and BK go over the metagame and the deck to beat, as well as covering the Innistrad cards that have caught their eye. Decks of the Week Jeskai Control Join the CR Discord: https://discord.gg/2NCBjpZHCx Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsv

Constructed Resources #54 - Izzet Good?

1 hr 4 min

LSV just submitted his decklist for the highest-stakes tournament of the year - listen as the guys break down the list, as well as cover the "Ethical Gray Area" of the week. *Note that the start of the tournament got pushed back a day, so Friday is the new start day, not Thursday as said in the podcast* Decks of the Week Izzet Yorion

Constructed Resources #53 - Historic Horizons with Sam Pardee

1 hr 10 min

BK is joined by special guest (and newest MPL member) Sam Pardee to break down what Historic Horizons has to offer! Deck of the Week Modern Calibrated Blast Social Media Andrew Baeckstrom - @abaeckst Luis Scott-Vargas - @lsv

Constructed Resources #51 - Keeping Your Mental Game Strong

1 hr 1 min

Magic is a mental game, and this week the guys talk about how to keep yours on point (including a very relevant example of LSV putting these lessons in action). Decks of the Week Historic Jeskai Standard Naya

Constructed Resources #50 - Winota Deep Dive

1 hr 15 min

Naya Winota is the best deck in Standard right now, so BK and LSV take a deep dive on how to build it, how to play it, and how to beat it. If you're playing Standard, you won't want to miss it! Deck of the Week Jund Citadel

Constructed Resources #48 - Brainstorm's Glorious End

54 min

With Brainstorm suspended, BK and LSV tackle the reasons why, how winrates can be deceptive, and what the shape of Historic is now. Decks of the Week Modern Mill Pioneer Enigmatic Incarnation

Constructed Resources #46 - (Demi)Liches Get Stitches

1 hr 21 min

Demilich is the most exciting AFR card previewed so far, and there's plenty more on top of that. The guys chat about their picks for the new set, and venture into the dungeon mechanic while they are at it. Decks of the Week Oops, All Elementals MonkeyStill

Constructed Resources #45 - White: Weakest Color or Underrated Gem?

1 hr 6 min

BK and LSV are back with another Prismatic episode, this time focusing on White. They cover everything from strengths to weaknesses, and tackle the age-old question of where it fits in the overall rankings. Decks of the Week Jeskai Stoneblade Naya Enchantress

Constructed Resources #44 - A Tale of Two Sagas

1 hr 5 min

Urza's Saga is making a huge impact on both Legacy and Modern, and it's not the only MH2 card to do so. LSV and BK give you the rundown, and even touch on the recent Historic ban. Decks of the Week Jeskai Mutate Undying Combo

Constructed Resources #42 - A Tainted Format

58 min

With Thassa's Oracle getting the axe in Historic, LSV and BK delve into what comes next, and why they think the Tainted Pact deck is far from dead. Decks of the Week Historic Jeskai Twiddle Storm

Constructed Resources #41 - The End Of An Era

1 hr 4 min

In a special episode of Constructed Resources, LSV and BK talk about the recent Organized Play announcement, their takes on how we got here, and some thought on what may come next. Announcement

Constructed Resources #39 - Advanced Plays for Advanced Players

1 hr 8 min

Keeping 1-landers, killing your own stuff, and setting strange Arena stops - these are all advanced plays that are sometimes right. BK and LSV cover high strategy, and where you should diverge from conventional wisdom. Decks of the Week RG Valakut 4c Bring to Light

Constructed Resources #38 - The Tron Episode

1 hr 22 min

Love it or hate it, Tron has been one of the pillars of Modern for the last decade. BK and LSV break down everything you need to know to understand it, play it, or beat it. Decks of the Week Historic Rogues Historic Jeskai Opus

Constructed Resources #37 - A Historic New Era

1 hr 1 min

Everything in Historic changed when the Mystical Archive attacked. LSV and BK cover what's hot and what's not on day 1 of the new Historic era. Decks of the Week Sultai Ultimatum Pioneer 4c Lukka

Constructed Resources #36 - Strixhaven Honor Roll

1 hr 14 min

With the full Strixhaven card list available, LSV and BK see which cards have high marks and which get flunked (and not without disagreeing on the way). Decks of the Week Modern Izzet Prowess Pioneer Mono-Green

Constructed Resources #35 - Arclight Phoenix Rises From The Ashes

1 hr 13 min

LSV and BK couldn't be more excited about the addition of Faithless Looting to Historic - they chat Arclight Phoenix, other Mystical Archive cards, and even review LSV's outstanding performance with Pig-Blade in the KHM Championship. Decks of the Week Historic Cycling Modern Golgari

Constructed Resources #34 - Will LSV Get Away With It Again?

1 hr 12 min

BK grills LSV on his Kaldheim Championship decklists, and comes to the conclusion that trying to pull a fast one may not work out. The lads also cover Strixhaven previews, and even have one of their own! Decks of the Week Temur Adventures Abzan Anti-Jund

Constructed Resources #33 - Don't Mulligan This Episode

1 hr 25 min

In an episode worth keeping, LSV and BK go over everything you need to know about mulligans, ending with a review of a bunch of sample hands. Decks of the Week Modern Heliod Company Historic Turbo-Valki

Constructed Resources #32 - Burn, Baby, Burn

1 hr 5 min

LSV and BK investigate the way of the Lava Spike this week, with a full breakdown on Burn decks. How to play 'em, how to beat 'em, and a look at the Top 10 Burn cards of all time. Decks of the Week Lee Shi Tian Burn Matt Sperling Burn

Constructed Resources #29 - The Aftermath of the Banpocalypse

1 hr 8 min

Wizards dropped the hammer on every format except Standard, and BK and LSV are ready to pick up the pieces. They weigh in on each format, with predictions as to what decks will rise and where you should look next. Decks of the Week Mono-White Aggro 4-Color Cycling

Constructed Resources #28 - A New Standard Emerges

1 hr 14 min

LSV and BK take a good look at Standard, and one deck in particular has caught their eye. Emergent Ultimatum is a game-changer, and they explain how it's already started to take over the format (and some potential answers to it). Decks of the Week Rune Dragon Combo Sultai Ultimatum

Constructed Resources #27 - This Episode Is Bullsh*t

1 hr 14 min

BK and LSV are on their usual BS this episode, as they talk about all the nonsense decks, from Tibalt's Trickery to Oops, All Spells! and more.  If you want to learn how to play them or how to beat them, this is the episode for you. Decks of the Week Boros Showdown Modern Elves

Constructed Resources #26 - Kaldheim is as Good as Gold

1 hr 5 min

Kaldheim's first day at school was a big one, and LSV and BK have all the goods, from LSV's obsession with Goldspan Dragon to whether land destruction is great in Standard. Deck of the Week UR Flash

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