MTG Focus

On episode 35, the boys get together to discuss some issues that have hit the fan! They talk SCG dropping legacy events, Travis Woo losing his mind, and what is happening in standard. Make sure you tune in to a very entertaining episode!   All episodes can be found on MTGFocus.com Subscribe to our RSS Feed Subscribe on iTunes HERE Facebook: MTG Focus Facebook Twitter: @MTGFocus @RobAJG @RageBearMTG @EAAGonzales

The Spikes are back with a brand new episode! This week we go over the results from GP Indy, GP Porto Alegre, and SCG Dallas! We also cover the recent changes announced by Star City Games regarding their Opens and Invitationals and how you can qualify for the Pro Tour through their tournaments. Adrian gives us a deep dive on Valentin Makl's Bant Megamorph list in this week's Sharpening the Tools and we answer another listener submitted question in this week's Spike Tips. Bonus content, find out how Eric got his Twitter username. You can submit your Spike Tips and other questions/comments to our email at focusspikes@gmail.com Be sure to like us on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/mtgfocusspikes Visit the website atMTGFocus.com Follow us on Twitter@MTGFocus_Spikes Eric Sias @MrE234Ed Green @44EdwardWilliam Hendricks @HKisntKoreaAdrian Lopez @bropezpie

On episode 34, the team talks all about the issues with saying "good game" after a match. Some people use it all the time and some people never say it. The guys discuss the issues with each and their recommendation for what you should do.    All episodes can be found on MTGFocus.com Subscribe to our RSS Feed Subscribe on iTunes HERE Facebook: MTG Focus Facebook Twitter: @MTGFocus @RobAJG @RageBearMTG @EAAGonzales

This week your Spike discuss their local Game Day performances, Adrian's last minute RPTQ testing, and the recent performances at GP Quebec. We cover Jon Finkel's Jeskai Black list in which Eric took to victory at his local Game Day in this week's Sharpening the Tools. And we discuss the hot topic of saying "good game" at the end of a match. You can submit your Spike Tips and other questions/comments to our email at focusspikes@gmail.com Be sure to like us on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/mtgfocusspikes Visit the website atMTGFocus.com Follow us on Twitter@MTGFocus_Spikes Eric Sias @MrE234Ed Green @44EdwardWilliam Hendricks @HKisntKoreaAdrian Lopez @bropezpie

On episode 33, Roberto and Brandon are in the studio talking about the newest bad guy on the block, Jeskai black. They give you tips on how to play it and how to beat it so you can win your game day or PPTQ! They also talk about the problem with an expensive standard format and what can be done! All episodes can be found on MTGFocus.com Subscribe to our RSS Feed Subscribe on iTunes HERE Facebook: MTG Focus Facebook Twitter: @MTGFocus @RobAJG @RageBearMTG @EAAGonzales

Your Spikes are back this week with their post PT BFZ analysis. They are reminded once again why Jon Finkel is a god and evaluate the new standard format. William, Adrian, and Ed all discuss their PPTQ that took place over the weekend while Eric was forced into going to a wedding. The crew also goes over the price of standard and how to avoid the pitfalls of being priced out of the format. You can submit your Spike Tips and other questions/comments to our email at focusspikes@gmail.com Be sure to like us on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/mtgfocusspikes Visit the website atMTGFocus.com Follow us on Twitter@MTGFocus_Spikes Eric Sias @MrE234Ed Green @44EdwardWilliam Hendricks @HKisntKoreaAdrian Lopez @bropezpie

On episode 32, Roberto is out after his wisdom teeth surgery, so Mark Nestico from Starcity Games fills in! With the Pro Tour upon us, the guys talk about what cards and decks to expect this weekend!  All episodes can be found on MTGFocus.com Subscribe to our RSS Feed Subscribe on iTunes HERE Facebook: MTG Focus Facebook Twitter: @MTGFocus @RobAJG @RageBearMTG @EAAGonzales

This week the Spikes discuss Eric's PPTQ, both standard and limited formats as we approach PT BFZ, and compete in our regular Pro Tour draft. This week's Spike Tip discusses some shady dealings and we ask if being a Spike and having integrity go hand in hand. You can submit your Spike Tips and other questions/comments to our email at focusspikes@gmail.com Be sure to like us on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/mtgfocusspikes Visit the website atMTGFocus.com Follow us on Twitter@MTGFocus_Spikes Eric Sias @MrE234Ed Green @44EdwardWilliam Hendricks @HKisntKoreaAdrian Lopez @bropezpie

On episode 31, Brandon and Roberto talk all about the new sealed deck rules and if it's a good thing to let people keep their pools. They also have some updates on the fat pack conversation from last week, and some questions about Pucatrade! All episodes can be found on MTGFocus.com Subscribe to our RSS Feed Subscribe on iTunes HERE Facebook: MTG Focus Facebook Twitter: @MTGFocus @RobAJG @RageBearMTG @EAAGonzales

This week your Spikes are joined by Brandon Remley of MTG Focus. Ed, Adrian, and Brandon discuss their new standard opening weekend PPTQ in Albuquerque, NM. They cover the decks they played, Brandon's win, and what the new metagame will shape up to be. We also discuss the new format moving forward after the SCG Open in Indianapolis and what breakout decks to watch out for. We also go over two listener submitted Spike Tips this week. Buckle up because standard is a new frontier ready to be broken! You can submit your Spike Tips and other questions/comments to our email at focusspikes@gmail.com Be sure to like us on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/mtgfocusspikes Visit the website atMTGFocus.com Follow us on Twitter@MTGFocus_Spikes Eric Sias @MrE234Ed Green @44EdwardWilliam Hendricks @HKisntKoreaAdrian Lopez @bropezpie

On episode 30, Brandon and Roberto debate the price gouging issue that has been flying around on social media this week. They talk about if people are overreacting and what you should do in this situation! All episodes can be found on MTGFocus.com Subscribe to our RSS Feed Subscribe on iTunes HERE Facebook: MTG Focus Facebook Twitter: @MTGFocus @RobAJG @RageBearMTG @EAAGonzales

On episode 29.6, Brandon and Roberto review all of the multicolored, artifacts, and land cards in Battle For Zendikar! Each card will get assigned a rating between 1-5, 5 being the best. Find out what cards you should and shouldn't be playing this weekend and use our help to win all the packs! All episodes can be found on MTGFocus.com Subscribe to our RSS Feed Subscribe on iTunes HERE Facebook: MTG Focus Facebook Twitter: @MTGFocus @RobAJG @RageBearMTG @EAAGonzales

On episode 29.5, Brandon and Roberto review all of the green cards in Battle For Zendikar! Each card will get assigned a rating between 1-5, 5 being the best. Find out what cards you should and shouldn't be playing this weekend and use our help to win all the packs! All episodes can be found on MTGFocus.com Subscribe to our RSS Feed Subscribe on iTunes HERE Facebook: MTG Focus Facebook Twitter: @MTGFocus @RobAJG @RageBearMTG @EAAGonzales

On episode 29.4, Brandon and Roberto review all of the red cards in Battle For Zendikar! Each card will get assigned a rating between 1-5, 5 being the best. Find out what cards you should and shouldn't be playing this weekend and use our help to win all the packs!   All episodes can be found on MTGFocus.com Subscribe to our RSS Feed Subscribe on iTunes HERE Facebook: MTG Focus Facebook Twitter: @MTGFocus @RobAJG @RageBearMTG @EAAGonzales

On episode 29.3, Brandon and Roberto review all of the black cards in Battle For Zendikar! Each card will get assigned a rating between 1-5, 5 being the best. Find out what cards you should and shouldn't be playing this weekend and use our help to win all the packs!   All episodes can be found on MTGFocus.com Subscribe to our RSS Feed Subscribe on iTunes HERE Facebook: MTG Focus Facebook Twitter: @MTGFocus @RobAJG @RageBearMTG @EAAGonzales

This week your Spikes are Battling For Standard with their BFZ set review for all you constructed players out there. We analyze what post-rotation standard decks will look like along with what new brews may shape the format. We also have a Prerelease Spike Tip for all of you trying out your first prerelease battle! Tune in and "delve" into a new standard with us. You can submit your Spike Tips and other questions/comments to our email at focusspikes@gmail.com Be sure to like us on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/mtgfocusspikes Visit the website atMTGFocus.com Follow us on Twitter@MTGFocus_Spikes Eric Sias @MrE234Ed Green @44EdwardWilliam Hendricks @HKisntKoreaAdrian Lopez @bropezpie

On episode 29.2, Brandon and Roberto review all of the blue cards in Battle For Zendikar! Each card will get assigned a rating between 1-5, 5 being the best. Find out what cards you should and shouldn't be playing this weekend and use our help to win all the packs!   All episodes can be found on MTGFocus.com Subscribe to our RSS Feed Subscribe on iTunes HERE Facebook: MTG Focus Facebook Twitter: @MTGFocus @RobAJG @RageBearMTG @EAAGonzales

On episode 29.1, Brandon and Roberto review all of the white cards in Battle For Zendikar! Each card will get assigned a rating between 1-5, 5 being the best. Find out what cards you should and shouldn't be playing this weekend and use our help to win all the packs!  All episodes can be found on MTGFocus.com Subscribe to our RSS Feed Subscribe on iTunes HERE Facebook: MTG Focus Facebook Twitter: @MTGFocus @RobAJG @RageBearMTG @EAAGonzales

On today's episode, Roberto and Brandon explain in depth how to get the most out of Matt Sperling's "Everything you wanted to know about Magic but were afraid to ask". The article which is on ChannelFireball.com gives tips on who to be a better player and develop winning attitudes. The team talks about each point and fleshes out what they mean and how they relate to becoming better at Magic! All episodes can be found on MTGFocus.com Subscribe to our RSS Feed Subscribe on iTunes HERE Facebook: MTG Focus Facebook Twitter: @MTGFocus @RobAJG @RageBearMTG @EAAGonzales

The Spikes have the one and only Wedge from The Mana Source on this week's show! He discusses his preparation for the Community Cup, being a YouTuber, and what he's looking forward to from Battle For Zendikar. We also find out how Adrian did on his last minute trip to GPOKC and what he played. We also go over our interactive question of the week in this week's Sharpening the Tools and answer another listener submitted question in this week's Spike Tips. You can submit your Spike Tips and other questions/comments to our email at focusspikes@gmail.com Be sure to like us on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/mtgfocusspikes Visit the website atMTGFocus.com Follow us on Twitter@MTGFocus_Spikes Eric Sias @MrE234Ed Green @44EdwardWilliam Hendricks @HKisntKoreaAdrian Lopez @bropezpie