Best Mtg Lore Podcasts (2025)

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Ep.152 Final Flavouring CLII 54:36

17h ago54:36

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The first ever Standard Legal Universes Beyond set takes on the many worlds of Final Fantasy. With many in-game and real world card games already associated with this IP, can the guys guess the flavour of the cards correctly, drawing from minimal prior FF knowledge? Also Andy and Nathan talk about their previous experience (if any) with this truly …

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Design Crossover - Dragon Ball Z TCG (2000) 1:20:49

2d ago1:20:49

1:20:49

Crossover eps take another card game, teach you the rules, and compare those ideas to Magic. What can we steal to use in our own designs? For this ep, our hair is turning gold, our energy is radiating from our bodies, and normal humans can't even see the speed of our punches. It's Dragonball Z! It's got commander-style face cards, a more spell-like…

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Lore Detectives! They Made the Pack, Can We Order It?! 1:18:23

9d ago1:18:23

1:18:23

This one is for the flavor text lovers! Tim and Juliet have to dissect the flavor in this mystery pack from Peter. The pack's story has an order, and it's up to us to figure it out! Very much a Custom Magic episode. Join Beacon of Creation's Discord: https://discord.gg/t88Vpwh Show Notes and Images: https://beaconofcreation.com Moonshot's big chari…

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All About Quests w/Qirn 1:25:44

16d ago1:25:44

1:25:44

Starting in Zendikar, quests have been a fun way to build towards a goal. This week's guest, Qirn, has been thinking all about quests for a Legend of Zelda set and has some ideas. Along the way we break down the challenges of designing quests and the cards that are like quests. A deep dive! Join Beacon of Creation's Discord: https://discord.gg/t88V…

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - The Complete Story Explained 1:21:39

17d ago1:21:39

1:21:39

Learn the story of Lumiere and Expedition 33 as they fight to save their people from the Paintress. *WARNING - SPOILERS* Become a lore luminary: https://www.patreon.com/thelorebrarians Contact: [email protected] More Lore Documentaries: Lies of P - The Complete Story https://youtu.be/eEqLcHZ9x3g The Complete Story of Magic: The Gathering ht…

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Meet Harless and Natalie at MagicCon: Las Vegas | The Tale of Tarkir: Dragonstorm 1:23

18d ago1:23

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The Magic Story Podcast is headed to MagicCon: Las Vegas! Join Harless and Natalie for "The Tale of Tarkir: Dragonstorm," an epic Sealed event featuring Tarkir: Dragonstorm Play Boosters, Collector Boosters, and cards from the original Khans of Tarkir block. Badges for MagicCon: Las Vegas are available now, so don't delay! Get Your Badge: MagicCon …

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Alien Space Survival! Outpost Zero w/IgnitedxSoul 1:08:24

23d ago1:08:24

1:08:24

We've got Beacon regular IgnitedxSoul, aka Dylan, on the pod this week! The topic is Outpost Zero, a sci-fi horror set, but more specifically we're diving into some problem draft archetypes in the set. A nice mix of learning about the set and brainstorming ideas for designs! Check out Ignited's writing: https://www.dylan-tyler-ward.com Join Beacon …

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Ep.151 Gotta Gather 'Em All 1:38:27

24d ago1:38:27

1:38:27

The guys celebrate a milestone of 151 episodes of the pod, and what better way to do so than to talk about Andy and Nathan's 2nd favourite fandom, Pokémon! The guys look at the Gen 1 Gym Leaders and their teams, and decide to beat WOTC at their own game by creating a Universes Beyond style mash up. Thank you to all our listeners for being here, it …

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Trick the Hosts! April Fools Design Challenge 1:25:23

1M ago1:25:23

1:25:23

Don't miss this ep! Our listeners each sent us one of two things: either a custom card (of any design) or a real card with the name and types changed. The job for us hosts is to guess which is which, and you can play along! Join Beacon of Creation's Discord: https://discord.gg/t88Vpwh Show Notes and Images: https://beaconofcreation.com…

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A Study in Mischief - Goblins of Magic: The Gathering 34:57

1M ago34:57

34:57

Learn about the Goblin creature type and its variations across the MTG Mutliverse Become a lore luminary: https://www.patreon.com/thelorebrarians Contact: [email protected] More Lore Documentaries: Yawgmoth and Phyrexia: https://youtu.be/hOFeZqDmXyk A Study in Compleation: https://youtu.be/Ho3nX_OMafc Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 7:03 - Major P…

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Live Design - Tarkir Dragonstorm but make it Alchemy! 1:17:16

1M ago1:17:16

1:17:16

With Dragonstorm out but Alchemy not yet revealed, we're taking a shot at some ideas for Arena play with these new mechanics! Long time discord member Craftedlavaistrue joins Tim and Peter for a trio of new cards. Join Beacon of Creation's Discord: https://discord.gg/t88Vpwh Show Notes and Images: https://beaconofcreation.com…

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Ep.150 No More Bad Guys On Tarkir 1:20:15

1M ago1:20:15

1:20:15

Has MTG moved away from the concept of truly evil factions in favour of more abstract villains and grey morality spectrums? The guys take a look at the new Siege cycle of cards from Tarkir: Dragonstorm as a case study and discuss how the concept of the "Bad Guy" has changed in magic narrative and gameplay. Also Andy and Nathan go back across recent…

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The Pit Trap 44:48

1M ago44:48

44:48

Lords Elleman, Zinni, and Mith dust off the cast to recount their recent journey to the home of fantasy gaming, Lake Geneva, for the 17th installment of Gary Con. Links: 3d6 Down the Line Between Two Cairns When We Were Wizards The Ship of the Dead Podcast The NSR Cauldron

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Enter the Micro-Set Voc-Gal Techniques w/Khord 47:37

1M ago47:37

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Arms and the magic we sing of fate And Voc-Gal's micro-set Battle rate. Meanwhile the well-built set speedily came to the isle of the two Sirens, for a fair and gentle wind bore her on. Then presently the wind ceased and there was a windless calm, and a god lulled the waves to sleep. https://beacon-of-creation-mtg.github.io/previews/VGT https://kho…

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Tarkir - Asian Histories, Traditions & Myths in Magic 58:47

2M ago58:47

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Learn about the real-world inspirations behind the five clans and plane of Tarkir in Magic: The Gathering. Become a lore luminary: https://www.patreon.com/thelorebrarians Watch the video: https://youtu.be/ZpOU58q2M2k Contact: [email protected] More Lore Documentaries: Yawgmoth and Phyrexia: https://youtu.be/hOFeZqDmXyk A Study in Compleatio…

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Enter the Micro-Set: Veyrathal w/Redbay 1:07:58

2M ago1:07:58

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Juliet and Redbay break down the hip new limited format and custom design project: 45-card Micro-sets for duplicate sealed! Can this new format bring the best of traditional set design limited and the brevity and expediency of jumpstart play? Check out a preview of five different Micro-sets made by different designers, with a deep dive into Redbay'…

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You Are What You Eat Challenge Review 1:11:56

2M ago1:11:56

1:11:56

Winter hibernation is over and we're hungry! Our challenge this month was to design cards with cards with devour, emerge, or exploit, so keep those snacks coming! We've got dreadmaws, eldrazi books, corrupt sherifs, lots of red arrows, and more! Join Beacon of Creation's Discord: https://discord.gg/t88Vpwh Show Notes and Images: https://beaconofcre…

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Ep.149 Resurrection In Magic 1:36:40

2M ago1:36:40

1:36:40

Black isn't the only colour that dabbles in the art of Necromancy. Magic proves once again that its Colour Pie is one of the richest veins of Lore in all of fantasy, as each colour has its own brand of life/death spells. Andy and Nathan work through the WUBRG to discuss how these themes are expressed and the metaphysics of what actually counts as r…

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Retro Formats - Rise of the Eldrazi 1:13:55

2M ago1:13:55

1:13:55

They don't make formats like they used to... but should they?! Join guest Tom on a tour through the famous Rise of the Eldrazi format. Along the way we'll also talk about the parallels between ROE and a certain current draft format. Finally we try to see beyond just the cards in the original set and brainstorm some additions to the format. Join Bea…

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Tarkir: Dragonstorm | #123: Story Recap with Roy Graham 36:04

2M ago36:04

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Join Natalie and Harless as they recap the entirety of Tarkir: Dragonstorm's story—and discuss where we might be headed next—alongside Magic Story Lead Roy Graham. And there's more than just story reveals here; The Magic Story Podcast is also previewing a legendary creature and a dragon from this new set! The Magic Story Podcast is coming to MagicC…

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Episode 400! Remembering and Reconsidering Castmire 1:12:32

2M ago1:12:32

1:12:32

Celebrating 400 episodes! This is an intro to the original Beacon of Creation project, Castmire, a spooky Magic set in a world before Duskmourn and Murders at Karlov Manor. The coolest part of the ep is the second half, where we give into sweet ideas from all of you to do with Castmire. We've got the two original creators of Beacon here, Brad and A…

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Ep.148 Dragonstorm Story Review 1:35:09

2M ago1:35:09

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It's the end of the Dragonstorm arc and we are once again back on the fan favourite Plane of Tarkir! But how have things changed since the Dragon Lords were overthrown and will we finally uncover Jace's master plan to save the Multiverse? Andy and Nathan talk through the latest MTG story and how Planes and characters have evolved and potentially re…

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Control - The Complete Story Explained 1:10:07

2M ago1:10:07

1:10:07

Learn the Story of Jesse Faden as she uncovers the truth of Remedy's "Control" Universe. Become a lore luminary: https://www.patreon.com/thelorebrarians Watch the video: https://youtu.be/BNDdOe4BeQY Contact: [email protected] More Lore Documentaries: Lies of P - The Complete Story https://youtu.be/eEqLcHZ9x3g The Complete Story of Magic: Th…

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Tarkir: Dragonstorm | #122: Return Full Audio Story 34:50

2M ago34:50

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The Meditation Realm is shattered. The dragonstorms rage. And Sarkhan comes to finish his foes, on wings of vengeance. Written by Cassandra Khaw Narrated by Harless Snyder Read the Story: "Episode 7: Return" Preorder Tarkir: Dragonstorm: mtg.social/MagicStoryTDMBy Wizards of the Coast

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Tarkir: Dragonstorm | #121: How Wretched Love Full Audio Story 28:02

3M ago28:02

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Odd company in the Meditation Realm. Narset solves a problem and discovers a new one. Written by Cassandra Khaw Narrated by Natalie Kreider Read the Story: "Episode 6: How Wretched Love" Preorder Tarkir: Dragonstorm: mtg.social/MagicStoryTDMBy Wizards of the Coast

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Tarkir: Dragonstorm | #120: Recursion Full Audio Story 28:49

3M ago28:49

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Narset and Elspeth venture into the dragonstorms and find a new mystery within them. Written by Cassandra Khaw Narrated by Harless Snyder Read the Story: "Episode 5: Recursion" Preorder Tarkir: Dragonstorm: mtg.social/MagicStoryTDMBy Wizards of the Coast

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Favorite Flavor - Food Cards w/Aaron Lim 54:13

3M ago54:13

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Juliet and game designer Aaron Lim dig into Magic's most interesting cards with the Food subtype! From Gingerbrutes to Krovod Haunches, they resist the urge to create tokens and design some tasty (though potentially broken) cards that'll make you say "Bon Appétit". Check out Aaron's Kickstarter live now: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ehronli…

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Tarkir: Dragonstorm | #119: Heart of Fire Full Audio Story 25:48

3M ago25:48

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Sarkhan and Taigam's scheming comes to a dark fruition. Elspeth and Narset experience hospitality, against their wishes. Written by Cassandra Khaw Narrated by Natalie Kreider Read the Story: "Episode 4: Heart of Fire" Preorder Tarkir: Dragonstorm: mtg.social/MagicStoryTDMBy Wizards of the Coast

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Tarkir: Dragonstorm | #118: Clans of Tarkir with Lauren Bond and Forrest Schehl 51:07

3M ago51:07

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Take flight with The Magic Story Podcast and explore the dragon-filled, temporally tempestuous, and all-around amazing plane of Tarkir. We're breaking down the five clans of Tarkir: Dragonstorm with Senior Narrative Game Designer Lauren Bond and Senior Art Director Forrest Schehl, giving you a behind-the-scenes look at this truly epic set. The Magi…

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Tarkir: Dragonstorm | #117: What the Past Devours Full Audio Story 27:54

3M ago27:54

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A familiar figure stalks the plains of Tarkir. Meanwhile, Elspeth and Narset visit the Crucible of the Spirit Dragon, looking for answers. Written by Cassandra Khaw Narrated by Harless Snyder Read the Story: "Episode 3: What the Past Devours"By Wizards of the Coast

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Ep.147 Start Your Engines! 1:34:29

3M ago1:34:29

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After the Amonkheti crossed the finish line to claim this year's Ghirapur Grand Prix title, who will be in the running for next year's prize? And which Planes will have the honour of hosting? Andy and Nathan take a look at Vehicles throughout Magic's history through this thought experiment and create their own racing teams ready for a podium finish…

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Four Weeks Challenge Review 1:39:55

3M ago1:39:55

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Big spells with a backup plan! We've got all of your entries in our Four Weeks challenge, where designers had to make a spell you can cast for either 8 mana or 2 mana! We've got lots of Cleave and Prototype, some Spree, and plenty of other innovations. Yet another fun design deep-dive! Juliet's Bath & Butler Works pod on Moonshot: https://www.patre…

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Tarkir: Dragonstorm | #116: Omens Full Audio Story 30:57

3M ago30:57

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Elspeth arrives at Storm Crane, the Jeskai's flying monastery, to ask for Narset's help—only to discover that matters are worse than she thought on Tarkir. Written by Cassandra Khaw Narrated by Natalie Kreider Read the Story: "Episode 2: Omens"By Wizards of the Coast

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Tarkir: Dragonstorm | #115: Stories and Their Bones Full Audio Story 26:53

3M ago26:53

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At a quiet tavern on the edge of the Salt Road, a traveling performance troupe tells a story about Tarkir's recent history. The details, however, are up for debate ... Written by Cassandra Khaw Narrated by Harless Snyder Read the Story: "Episode 1: Stories and Their Bones"By Wizards of the Coast

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Final Fantasy Hype! w/Ash Parrish 1:22:38

3M ago1:22:38

1:22:38

Final Fantasy previews are here and we've assembled a heroic party to talk all about it! Tim and Juliet are joined by the wonderful Ash Parrish of the Verge to break down all the cards. We talk our favorite previews, then talk through some possibilities for the set. What color is Bahamut? Should Materia be a token? What are the famous dragons in Fi…

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Ghost of Tsushima - The Complete Story Explained 43:55

3M ago43:55

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Learn the story of Jin Sakai and his transformation into the Ghost of Tsushima. Become a lore luminary: https://www.patreon.com/thelorebrarians Watch the video: https://youtu.be/L9jkGg-_YyA Contact: [email protected] More Lore Documentaries: Lies of P - The Complete Story https://youtu.be/eEqLcHZ9x3g The Complete Story of Magic: The Gatheri…

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