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Commander ad Populum, Ep 232: MORE Threat Assessment

Ryan Peneff
March 29, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
This week, I continue my discussion on Threat Assessment in Commander with community-based input and testimonials. Additionally, I categorize my decks into how I think they should be assessed for threat in game... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 231: The Threat Assessment Threshold

Ryan Peneff
March 22, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
How far can we push our strategy before we are considered too big of a threat in a game of Commander? When do we cross the line and end up doing more hard than good by being 'too powerful'? I aim to answer thos... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 230: Learning Commander, Over Time

Ryan Peneff
March 8, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
It's hard to tell when little improvements are made, over time. This is true with any game or skill we endeavor to improve upon. This week I use some examples from real life and apply them to MTG, and vise vers... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 223: Play is the Most Powerful Teaching Tool

Ryan Peneff
January 18, 2023
Commander, Commander ad Populum
This week, I discuss how it's important to incorporate play into your learning activities. Whether you're learning yourself, or teaching the next generation, play is a very powerful tool.  If you'd like ... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 206: Too Many Vehicle Decks?

Ryan Peneff
September 15, 2022
Commander, Commander ad Populum
I kick off this week's episode by putting a nice little cherry on the topic we've been carrying over, from week to week. It's a community story of one Magic player giving his wife a special present to remind he... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 205: Planeswalkers as Commanders

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September 7, 2022
Commander, Commander ad Populum
On CadPop 205, we've got two community topics. The first, a follow up to last week's continuous topic about teaching family members to play. This time, a listener's suggestions combined with my experience and a... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 204: Teaching Your Spouse to Play Magic

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August 31, 2022
Commander, Commander ad Populum
On CadPop 204, I continue to string together related listener submissions about how MtG and Commander have enriched their lives. Today's submission features friend-of-the-show Amy's story about how gaming helpe... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 203: Magic and Learning Difficulties

Ryan Peneff
August 24, 2022
Commander, Commander ad Populum
Today is a very special episode of Commander ad Populum. I tell a couple stories from listeners who reached out about Magic helping them, or their kids, with learning difficulties. Having not the strongest acad... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 202: Growing the EDH Community

Ryan Peneff
August 17, 2022
Commander, Commander ad Populum
This week, I do a small recap on a Magic event I attended with my son and friends. I had an awesome game with some long-time friends and one of their sons. In CadPop Episode 202, I reflect on how Magic doesn't ... Read More...

Commander ad Populum, Ep 201: Living in the EDH Moment

Ryan Peneff
August 10, 2022
Commander, Commander ad Populum
We're kicking off the next 200 episodes of CadPopCast, right now! Join me as I discuss why it's important to take things in, as they're happening. Why we should all recognize a good thing and live in the moment... Read More...
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Welcome to “The Mana Base” the world’s first and only facility devoted to the betterment and research of the world’s mana usage and efficiency when it pertains to Magic: the Gathering. Our base’s location remains a mystery, as we strive to remain neutral to the world’s Magic player’s, Please show yourself around, and explore any of this facilities member’s research as you please. You can access our findings by scrolling along the top toolbar located under the authors section. If you’re looking for just our newly published work, the main lobby is currently showcasing all of the freshest content our researchers have published. Have fun exploring, but I warn, some of the bases experimenters don’t care for guests, sticking to yourself, and keeping your head down is strongly advised.

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