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Lucky Paper Radio

Andy Mangold and Anthony Mattox

Lucky Paper Radio is a podcast about Magic: the Gathering hosted by lifelong friends Andy Mangold and Anthony Mattox. Focused primarily on sandbox formats like Cube, which are free of banlists, rotation, and net decking, the show is about the best parts of Magic and how to get the most out of the game.

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01:11:05

Live from SCGCon Baltimore 2023: Bun Magic Cube...

Lucky Paper Radio ·

2023/06/19

After a long weekend of Cube drafts, Andy doesn’t have time to edit a proper episode of the show, so instead he piles four of his buddies into his cozy little basement studio to talk about a recent rotisserie draft of his Bun Magic Cube. Which deck came out on top? Are newer, more committal and synergistic cards pulling their weight? If Andy finally adds Scrabbling Claws is everyone going to draft it and put it in their decks like they say they will? Unfortunately there are no timestamps for this

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01:33:49

In Defense of Forcing: How to Draft Cube Successfully...

Lucky Paper Radio ·

2023/06/12

Andy and Anthony are joined once again by the legendary Ryan Saxe to talk about his approach to drafting and how he applies that to Cube. Building off the approach Ryan describes in an episode of Limited Level Ups they discuss about how and when it makes sense to ‘force’ a draft and focus on optimal outcomes over investing in reading the table. ⁠View all cards mentioned in the episode →⁠ Discussed in this episode: The Art of Forcing on Limited Level Ups From Picks to Paths Drafting the Hard

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00:59:11

The Risks and Rewards of Custom Rules in Cube

Lucky Paper Radio ·

2023/06/05

Andy and Anthony talk about custom rules in Cubes. Cube is a unique Magic space where designers truly have full control over the game and can change it however they like. Beyond just choosing the cards they include, designers change the game fundamental with plane-like effects. Our hosts discuss the very substantial risks of custom rules to accessibility and even fun for enfranchised players. They talk about some of the rules they’ve experienced that didn’t work so well, and the successful ones,

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01:03:40

Xerox Theory and You

Lucky Paper Radio ·

2023/05/29

Andy and Anthony talk about “Xerox Theory” a strategic Magic concept involving cantrips, land count, a balance of resources. Andy explains the history and origins of the idea, as documented by Mike Flores’s 2005 article. They talk about how the concept applies differently in early and contemporary Magic and how it’s relevant, or not, to different types of decks. They also talk about Gunk Slug for some reason. ⁠View all cards mentioned in the episode →⁠ Discussed in this episode: UB Trippin’ by

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01:00:49

Going Against Your Intuition: A Different Approach to...

Lucky Paper Radio ·

2023/05/22

Andy and Anthony talk about the current state of Andy’s Neoclassical Cube. They look at how drafts have played out, potential areas for change, and some specific directions Andy’s considering taking the cube. ⁠View all cards mentioned in the episode →⁠ Discussed in this episode: Andy’s Neoclassical Cube Regular Cube Update Episode with James The Degenerate Micro-Cube MTGCubeCon on Twitter March of the Machine: Aftermath Survey Timestamps: 00:00 Mind Twist Corner 02:39 Early Impressions

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00:51:22

All About Ramp

Lucky Paper Radio ·

2023/05/15

Andy and Anthony talk broadly about [ramp](Rampant Growth). They talk about what the mechanic or strategy is all about, it’s important role as part of Green’s identity, how it’s different in limited and constructed, and how it fits into their own Cubes. ⁠View all cards mentioned in the episode →⁠ Our listener submitted pack 1, pick 1 this week comes from soskwatch’s Graveyard Cube. Discussed in this episode: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Mark Rosewater’s Drive to

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01:44:53

Talking Cube Cuts with the Boys: Real-Time Regular...

Lucky Paper Radio ·

2023/05/08

Andy and Anthony are joined by James from their local play group for an in depth review session of Anthony’s Regular Cube. They bring James in to add his experience and perspective to the conversation. The three of them discuss how the environment has played recently and things that could be improved. They sort through the cards and discuss potential cuts and things they could change. ⁠View all cards mentioned in the episode →⁠ Discussed in this episode: Forgiveness Cube Breya Cube The Regular

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01:24:51

March of the Machine Cube Community Set Review

Lucky Paper Radio ·

2023/05/01

Andy, Anthony, and Parker review the results of the March of the Machine community Cube set review. As always we surveyed the community on the cards they’re interested in for their cubes and how likely they expect to keep playing them long term. Our hosts review the results, discussing the top cards in terms of the number of people interested in them, patterns and theories about the community response, and some things that surprised them. They also dive deeper into Battles, Magic’s newest card type

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01:07:14

Big and Small Games Revisited

Lucky Paper Radio ·

2023/04/24

View the game size breakdowns for the Bun Magic Cube and Regular Cube. You can also copy this template and fill it out to calculate your own cube’s game size! Andy and Anthony follow up on their recent discussion with Sam Black on ‘big’ and ‘small’ games of Magic. Sam coined these term in an article he wrote describing a nuanced understanding of card advantage including how effects create, or benefit from, high and low resource games. Our hosts expand on the topic and respond to feedback from the

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01:16:45

March of the Machine Mechanics and Cube Additions

Lucky Paper Radio ·

2023/04/17

Our Cube Prospective Surveys for March of the Machine and March of the Machine Commander are now open! Let us know what you are testing in your cube from the latest set. Andy and Anthony take a first look at March of the Machine: the fist set since Lorwyn to introduce an entirely new card type. They discuss the new mechanics from a design perspective and how they generally apply to any kind of Cube environment. They also pick out individual cards that might end up in their own, varied Cube

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00:59:41

How to Play Your Own, Custom Cube on Arena

Lucky Paper Radio ·

2023/04/10

Andy and Anthony are joined by Chris and Tim from the Jank Diver Gaming Community to talk about how to play your own, custom-designed cube on Arena. In an exciting, two-part episode, the boys first walk through the process of playing Cube through Arena, then participate in one of Jank Diver Gaming’s weekly drafts and discuss their experience. Will Andy, who has effectively never played Arena before, punt away all his games by not knowing how to use the interface? Will Anthony hate-draft from our

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00:55:24

Big and Small Games with Sam Black

Lucky Paper Radio ·

2023/04/03

Andy and Anthony are joined by Sam Black, contender for person who has played the most paper Magic ever. They discuss the concept of “big” and “small” games of Magic Sam presented in his article Elvish Visionary VS Elderfang Disciple: The Nature Of Card Advantage. They cover the nuanced nature of card advantage, how all forms are not equal, and how different strategies aim to push games toward being big or small to maximize their cards. ⁠View all cards mentioned in the episode →⁠ Discussed in this

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01:06:39

Pulp Nouveau and Drafting Your Basics with Parker...

Lucky Paper Radio ·

2023/03/27

Parker joins Andy and Anthony, in studio, to talk about about his latest cube project: Pulp Nouveau. In this dark, gritty, flavor-forward environment the only freely available basic lands are swamps. In order to play other colors, players need to draft from the limited number of basic and dual lands in the draft. They the creative process of cube design and how disparate interests can suddenly coalesce. In this case, Parker’s interest in the dark aesthetic of Streets of New Capenna, among other

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01:07:01

Introducing Your Cube, With Myagic!

Lucky Paper Radio ·

2023/03/20

Andy and Anthony and special guest May talk about introducing your cube! The overview you write (or present) to your players is the first thing players often lean about your cube, so providing useful concise context is critical. They talk about the different audiences you may want to consider when writing about your cube, including players who want to get ready to draft and other designers looking to give feedback on the list. They end the show with a pack 1, pick 1 from May’s very own Fae Cube, a

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01:32:00

Cube and the Soul of Limited With Ryan Saxe

Lucky Paper Radio ·

2023/03/13

Andy and Anthony are joined by Ryan Saxe for a deep conversation on Cube design. They talk about the design of “low power” Cubes, lessons we can take from limited sets and apply to Cubes, and the important impacts of power level disparities on gameplay. View all cards mentioned in the episode → Discussed in this episode: The Iron Giant Limited Resources R House in Baltimore Who’s on First? The Degenerate Micro Cube Ryan’s Buildaround Cube Internet’s Pauper Cube Using the Other Half of

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01:53:14

A Weeklong Game of Chicken with Justin Parnell

Lucky Paper Radio ·

2023/03/06

Andy and Anthony are joined by Justin Parnell to talk about their recent rotisserie draft. 10 players drafted Anthony’s Regular Cube in the weeks leading up to Magic Con Philadelphia. Over the course of the weekend players competed in a nail-biting round robin style tournament. The boys talk about their decks, their strategies going into the draft, and how rotisserie drafting compares to typical booster drafting. Over the weekend our hosts along with Justin, Parker, and Gwen Dekker hed a panel on

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01:26:26

Phyrexia: All Will Be One Cube Community Set Review

Lucky Paper Radio ·

2023/02/27

Andy, Anthony, and Parker review the results of the ONE and ONC community set reviews. They talk about the top cards the community is most excited about, discuss why they think the cards rose to the top, and share their own takes on them. They also talk about some of the broader patterns and comments in the review responses. Check out the full results for the Phyrexia: All Will Be One and partner Commander Decks. View all cards mentioned in the episode → If you missed your chance to participate in

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01:00:52

Cube Update Potpourri

Lucky Paper Radio ·

2023/02/20

Andy and Anthony talk about the state of their Cubes — recent changes they’ve made, how they feel they’ve changed, and how they expect them to change in the future. View all cards mentioned in the episode → Our listener submitted pack 1, pick 1 this week comes from Jared’s Cube Byrd Box. Thank’s Jared! Discussed in this episode: Episode 128: Live Cube Update: Making Removal Better in the Bun Magic Cube Lucky Paper on Twitch Lucky Paper on YouTube The Commander Map The “List Formatter” -

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01:11:21

Phyrexia: All Will Be One Cube Additions

Lucky Paper Radio ·

2023/02/13

Andy and Anthony talk about the cards they’re interested in giving a try in each of their own Cube environments. They talk about how they looked at the new set for the different contexts of their Cubes. Anthony cheats and also talks through some cards he’s interested in for a new Cube inspired by themes and mechanics in recent sets that haven’t fit well into his existing environments. View all cards mentioned in the episode → Cubes Discussed: Anthony’s “Regular” Cube Anthony’s Turbo Cube Andy’s

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00:50:33

Phyrexia: All Will Be One Mechanics & First Impressions

Lucky Paper Radio ·

2023/02/06

Andy and Anthony talk about their first impressions of Phyrexia: All Will Be One, which is full of new takes on classic mechanics from Mirrodin block. They talk through all the mechanics and themes of the set and their applications in Cubes. The set features a few relatively insular mechanics: Toxic and Corrupted, which make sense in an environment where they’re concentrated to a critical mass. While these are likely to be passed on by many cube designers, a change in Wizard’s design philosophy

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