Commander ad Populum, Ep 299 – Age Appropriateness in MTG Ryan Peneff July 24, 2024 Commander, Commander ad Populum Inspired by a recent event in my son's life, I decide to tackle the topic of what I consider an important part of MTG design: The notion that very adult themes, stories and scenarios can be adapted through MTG ... Read More...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 298 – 3 Pillars of Moral Victory in EDH Ryan Peneff July 17, 2024 Commander, Commander ad Populum This week, I quickly tackle a new way to lay out cards when deckbuilding, and an interesting community submission that I have never thought of. Then, I get into moral victory in Commander. I aim the answer the ... Read More...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 297 – Grima Wurmtongue – Rawdog Decktech Ryan Peneff July 11, 2024 Commander, Commander ad Populum After weeks of mentioning it, many playtests and even a few live-action games, we're finally covering my budget, raw dog, no sleeves, Grima Wormtongue Aristocrats deck! Join me for what actually turned into a p... Read More...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 296 – Community Questions – Part 2 Ryan Peneff July 5, 2024 Commander, Commander ad Populum I thought I was done with the tough questions and big answers from the community, last week! Turns out, everyone still had great inquiries that they wanted my thoughts on. Join me for the conclusion of a two-pa... Read More...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 295 – Community Questions – Part 1 Ryan Peneff June 28, 2024 Commander, Commander ad Populum There was a great response to my call-out for community submissions last week. Today, I tackle a couple of the doozies that came in. Join me for the first of a two-parter on CadPop community questions. https... Read More...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 294 – Submit Your Topics! Ryan Peneff June 20, 2024 Commander, Commander ad Populum This week is a catch-all of MTG community topics as well as a call-out for listener submissions. I listen to several casts that have listeners send in audio files with questions. I'd love to give it a go! MTG, ... Read More...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 293 – Cut Cards for Removal – Part 2 Ryan Peneff June 13, 2024 Commander, Commander ad Populum This week, I conclude the process of going through every one of my Commander decks to cut one card in favor of an additional removal spell! This turned into quite a fun little exercise, a cool little learning t... Read More...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 292 – Cut Cards for Removal – Part 1 Ryan Peneff June 6, 2024 Commander, Commander ad Populum This week, I begin the process of going through every one of my Commander decks to cut one card in favor of an additional removal spell. In doing so, I'm hoping to keep my decks on the same level as other decks... Read More...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 291 – We Have to Suffer Ryan Peneff May 31, 2024 Commander, Commander ad Populum Sitting down and having a bad game of Magic is good for you. Trust me. Come hear my expanded thoughts on the matter and lets work through how tough games can have an impact on our real lives. https://www.spr... Read More...
Commander ad Populum, Ep 290 – Hard Work and Reputation Ryan Peneff May 24, 2024 Commander, Commander ad Populum This week I give a behind-the-scenes recap on CommandFest Vancouver—from initial set-up to late-night tear-down. The experience was far more work, far more stuff, and far more rewarding than I thought it would ... Read More...