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Banned Series Summary

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  • Posted on June 8, 2014
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Hi Guys! Caleb Durward has some concluding thoughts on the banned series: Legacy Weapon – Concluding the Banned Series Why not consider running a banned tournament at your LGS?

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Episode 29 – Bazaar of Moxen Round-up

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on May 16, 2014
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This week, we take a slightly belated, in depth look at the metagame present at BoM9, and have an analysis of the top 8 decks. Your Hosts: Stuart Pullin Stuart Taylor BoM9 Top8: http://www.mtgtop8.com/event?e=7248&f=LE Email […]

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Episode 28 – (Insert Nyx-based pun here)

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  • Posted on May 3, 2014
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Well hello there! After making the obligatory Nyx-based pun, we go on to have a look at some of the cards from the new set release, and see if any of them can carve a […]

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Episode 27 – The Banned List

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  • Posted on April 27, 2014April 28, 2014
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We take a look at the banned list. Why certain cards were banned, what cards could be potentially banned/unbanned and thinking to if certain cards were unbanned, where they would find themselves in legacy. We […]

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More D&T Shownotes

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  • Posted on April 26, 2014April 27, 2014
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Hi Guys, There were a few extra Death & Taxes tidbits that didn’t make it in to the show notes for Episode 26. Firstly the name: Death and Taxes – The most-referenced deck in terms of, […]

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Win an Altered Brainstorm!

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  • Posted on April 18, 2014April 24, 2014
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Hi Guys! As you probably know from listening to Episode 26, we’re running a competition to win a James Griffin-Altered Brainstorm! Here it is in all it’s glory: Unfortunately, my camera isn’t doing the card […]

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Episode 26 – Deck Tech – Death and Taxes

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  • Posted on April 18, 2014April 18, 2014
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After a brief hiatus, we are back. Hurrah! And we are here to take a look at one of the classic white weenie strategies still in play today. Is it aggro? Is it prison? How […]

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A quick update

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on April 12, 2014
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Hey guys! Sorry its been a little while and all quiet on Legacy Breakfast. Real life issues and work have taken its toll over the last few weeks. The good news is, we shall be […]

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Episode 25 – Shell Game

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  • Posted on March 30, 2014March 30, 2014
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Hello. In this episode, we take a look at the various deck “shells” and “packages” used in legacy decks, with a view to help with deckbuilding and sideboarding choices. We also uncover the secret best […]

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Episode 24 – Postmodernism

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  • Posted on March 23, 2014
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We take a look at modern, discuss how it relates to legacy and compare the similarities and differences. We also see how people can transition to legacy from modern and the impact of the format […]

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Episode 23 – Legacy Staple – Swords to Plowshares

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  • Posted on March 8, 2014March 8, 2014
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In this episode we do a bit of ‘housekeeping’ and catch up with people who have emailed in. We also have a look at the next in the long line of iconic legacy cards: Swords […]

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Episode 22 – (Anti) Deck Tech – Dredge Ft. Andrew Rouse

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  • Posted on February 28, 2014
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With a recent resurgence in dredge’s popularity, we take a look at the deck and try to get to grips with its mechanisms and aim to get a better understanding of all its triggers. We […]

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Episode 21 – GP Paris breakdown and top 5 cards analysis

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  • Posted on February 23, 2014February 23, 2014
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We take a look at the top decks and players from the recent GP in Paris, as well as examining the top 5 influential cards over the 2 days. We also maintain an air of […]

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Episode 20 Show notes

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on February 17, 2014February 17, 2014
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Hi Guys! Two things from episode 20, firstly the lands deck list Stu T used to crush the tournament: 4 Thespian’s Stage 4 Punishing Fire 4 Grove of the Burnwillows 2 Dark Depths 4 Life […]

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Episode 20 – Meta shifts and GP Paris

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on February 15, 2014
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In this rather more laid back episode, me and Stu discuss recent goings on both in terms of local tournaments and a look ahead to the expected meta at GP Paris and how things have […]

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Game Theory Follow-Up

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on February 11, 2014
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Hi Guys! We said on Episode 19 that there were a couple of good articles mentioning game theory in the context of M:tG. Well here they are: Hall of Famer Frank Karsten:http://www.wizards.com/Magic/Magazine/Article.aspx?x=mtgcom/daily/fk41 Check out his […]

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Episode 19 – Strategy in Magic the Gathering

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on February 8, 2014February 8, 2014
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After last weeks look at ‘softer’ skills, this week we look at HOW TO CRUSH YOUR OPPONENT. We look at some examples from game theory and explore what they mean in terms of magic, as […]

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Episode 18 – Pimp my things? Ft. James Griffin

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on February 2, 2014February 2, 2014
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In this slightly belated episode (due to real life/technical issues – Sorry!), we take a swift look at the latest release and its applications to legacy, as well as having James Griffin on board to […]

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Episode 17 – Counterspells

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  • Posted on January 25, 2014January 25, 2014
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Counterspells are found in all manner of legacy decks, so we take some time to find the most commonly played ones, and discuss their pros and cons. We also take a look at how to […]

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Spirit of the Labyrinth

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  • Posted on January 20, 2014January 20, 2014
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What do you think of this guys?

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Episode 16 – Judgebreaker ft. Tomas Sukaitis

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on January 17, 2014January 17, 2014
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Today we are joined by level 2 judge Tom, who we try to break with questions about priority, rules enforcement levels, layering, and generally how judges approach situations that are commonly found in legacy. And […]

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Episode 15 – Legacy Staple – Cabal Therapy

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on January 9, 2014May 5, 2016
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After a break for the festive season, we welcome in the New Year with another single card spotlight. This time we look at Cabal Therapy. We see why it’s different to other forms of discard, […]

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Episode 14 – Fun decks to try out this Xmas!

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  • Posted on December 24, 2013December 25, 2013
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Played your 8th esperblade mirror on cockatrice? Fed up of discussing how to beat miracles with storm? We take a bit of a break from looking at serious decks and strategies and have a look […]

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Legacy Breakfast is off for Christmas

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on December 24, 2013
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Hi Guys! We’re off for a well earned Christmas rest, so there won’t be a podcast next week. Don’t forget to stay in touch and let us know if you see any awesome legacy- related […]

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Episode 13 – Esperblade control situations feat. Mark Aylett

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  • Posted on December 12, 2013December 12, 2013
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We continue our in depth look at various decks, and today we have Esperblade under the microscope. Seeing as don’t really know how to play control, we enlist the help of legacy star Mark Aylett […]

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Episode 12 – Sideboarding

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  • Posted on December 6, 2013
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Storm too strong in the meta? Need that 1 card that hoses ‘hatred’? Stuck on what to bring in against control? We present some musings on sideboarding techniques and see how unique they are in […]

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Barnello Strikes Back

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on December 3, 2013
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Hi Guys! You may have noticed a debate instigated by Brian Kibler regarding deck names in legacy. Adam Barnello at channel fireball has posted his retort here. The article also contains an explanation of some […]

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Episode 11 – Land Ho!

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on November 30, 2013
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So, lands. A boring yet essential part of your deck? Not in Legacy! We go over lands in detail and explore just what you can do with your manabase. Stu P also reveals why he […]

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Episode 10 – Legacy Staple – Force of Will

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  • Posted on November 24, 2013
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Episode 10 – Legacy Staple – Force of Will Well all the excitement of the Bazaar over, we start a new series looking at some of the more famous and influential cards found in legacy. […]

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Julian Knab on Elves

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on November 21, 2013
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Hi Guys! BoM 8 winner Julian Knabb has written an absolute beast of an article on his deck choice: Elves. AND it’s only part 1! It’s here on starcitygames and is well worth a read! […]

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GP Washington

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on November 16, 2013
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Hi Guys! This weekend is a Legacy Grand Prix in Washington D.C. There are normally some pretty good features alongside all the awesome legacy coverage, and there is a great breakdown of some common rules […]

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Episode 9 – Top8 Meta Catchup Breakdown?

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on November 16, 2013
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This week we have a quick look at which decks made Top 8 at the two biggest legacy tournament in the US and Europe. Why didn’t we play in both? THEY WERE ON THE SAME […]

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Episode 8 – BoM live podcast

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on November 11, 2013
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Well after an extended leave of absence to test and then play the Bazaar of Moxen, we are back with a special feature-length live episode of the goings on in France. Stu T will be […]

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Top8 Video coverage of BoM 8

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on November 6, 2013
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We have video coverage of the Legacy Top 8 from Bazaar of Moxen – curtesy of Lotus Noir. Thanks to Steve Rich for the link: http://www.twitch.tv/lotusnoirtv/b/476240912 Stu T appears around 5h20m. Bye guys!

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Stuart Taylor makes Top 4 at BoM 8

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  • Posted on November 6, 2013November 6, 2013
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Congratulations to Stu T for finishing in the Top 4 of the 2013 Bazaar! After a gruelling two day competition, he was finally defeated by Shahar Shenhar in the semis ( only the world champion […]

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Episode 7 – BoM Track

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on October 17, 2013October 17, 2013
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With the Bazaar of Moxen looming on the horizon, me and Stu (you know, the other one) talk through our deck choices, card choices, and what we expect the meta to look like. As well […]

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Links page open for business

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on October 17, 2013
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Links added for a few of our favourite places and people. Anything else we should add, just let us know. More links to follow!

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Episode 6 – Theros Set Review

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on October 5, 2013October 5, 2013
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In this week’s episode, we have a closer look at the cards from the new set and see if we can find any legacy playables. And come up with some surprising results…. Your Hosts: Stuart […]

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Now on iTunes

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on October 5, 2013
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  Yes, what can only be your favourite legacy and breakfast combo podcast is now available to download through iTunes, so feel free to subscribe and never miss an episode of bacon and egg powered […]

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Deck flow chart

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on October 4, 2013October 4, 2013
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This was shared on Facebook by Tomas Sukaitis. It’s fantastic!

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Episode 5 – TES Situations

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on October 3, 2013
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The first of what we hope will become a regular slot. We take a deck, give you some opening hands, and look at some unusual situations that you could find yourself in and ways to […]

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Episode 4 – Deck Tech – Omniscience

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on October 3, 2013October 9, 2013
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We take a look at one of the hot decks at the moment, omniscience. Whats in it, how to play with and against it, whats in the board and what you need 16 cantrips for […]

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Episode 3 – Archetype guide

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on October 3, 2013
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Here we break down various archetypes you might find when you go to a legacy tournament. We discuss the pros and cons of Aggro, Control and Combo, as well as look at linear verses non-linear […]

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Episode 2 – A New Players Guide to Legacy

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on October 3, 2013
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In this exciting episode, we are joined by Heather to discuss getting into the format, the awesome power of  spectral lynx, the state of aggro, M14 rules changes, how to do things on a budget […]

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Episode 1 – Introduction to Legacy

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  • Posted on October 3, 2013
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Who are we? What is legacy? How can I get into it? How did the format begin? What important changes were made? Why do we ask so many questions? All these are answered here. AND […]

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New episode out today!

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on September 25, 2013
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Well today we started the what will be a regular update to the podcasts, either weekly or once a fortnight (dependent on real world issues). So relax, have a coffee and have a listen!

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First Episodes up

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on September 19, 2013
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Well after several weeks sweating away creating some top quality content, we are proud to announce that the first 4 episodes of the legacy breakfast are up so have a listen and let us know […]

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Welcome to Legacy Breakfast!

  • by legacybreakfast
  • Posted on July 30, 2013
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Look for our first episode soon! If you have feedback, or questions about the format, please email legacybreakfast at googlemail dot com.

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