Every Magic Player faces their DARK NIGHT Eventually

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Eternal Durdles

EternalDurdles

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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eternaldurdles/subscribe Eternal Durdles is a weekly Magic: the Gathering podcast focusing on the Legacy format. Hosted by long-time MTG veterans Zac Clark and Phil Blechman.

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Every Magic Player faces their DARK NIGHT Eventually

Eternal Durdles

39 minutes 54 seconds

2 weeks ago

Every Magic Player faces their DARK NIGHT Eventually

Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EternalDurdlesTCGPLAYER AFFILIATE LINK:https://partner.tcgplayer.com/OexAAnIn this conversation, Zac Clark and ForceofPhil delve into the concept of 'Dark Night' moments in the Magic: The Gathering community, exploring personal experiences and reflections on their journeys through the game. They discuss the impact of competitive play, community dynamics, and the evolution of Magic, particularly in light of recent changes and the pandemic's effects on the game. The dialogue highlights the emotional and psychological aspects of being a player, including the challenges faced and the resilience required to continue engaging with the game they love.TakeawaysEvery Magic player experiences a 'Dark Night' moment.Taking breaks can rejuvenate one's passion for the game.Community support is crucial during tough times in gaming.The evolution of Magic has led to faster 'Dark Night' moments.Personal experiences shape how players interact with the game.The pandemic significantly impacted competitive play and community engagement.New formats like Pioneer offer fresh opportunities for players.The Pro Tour dream can feel unattainable for many players.Players often face identity crises within the game.The future of Magic may depend on community feedback and engagement.Chapters00:00 The Dark Night Concept in Magic02:33 Personal Dark Night Moments05:16 Zac's Magic Journey10:58 Phil's Magic Journey16:18 Community and Content Creation Challenges19:36 The Evolution of the Podcast Team20:50 Personal Dark Nights in Magic22:49 The Impact of the Pandemic on Gameplay25:31 Transitioning Through Formats: Modern to Pioneer28:21 The Decline of Competitive Play30:16 The Dark Night Moments of Change32:02 The Future of Magic: Universes Beyond and Community FeedbackJOIN US ON DISCORD: https://discord.gg/hrC7PxQZTEProudly supported by Three For One Trading: shop.threeforonetrading.comCardmillhttps://cardmill.com/EternalDurdlesMOXFIELDEternal Durdles Moxfield: https://www.moxfield.com/users/EternalDurdleshttps://www.moxfield.com/users/Durdlemagushttps://www.moxfield.com/users/ForceofPhil