In episode 11 of Break Points, Taylor Crawford and Zach Phillips discuss recent developments in the game Flesh and Blood, with an emphasis on the newly released Super Slam decks and their impact on the meta. The discussion begins with a recap of their weekends, including movie outings and initial impressions of the new cards. They delve into the competitive strategy, highlighting the potential of new heroes such as Lyath, who offers a buff-heavy approach with significant evasion tactics, and Playdeez, who benefits from incremental value generation and toughness tokens. The team compares Playdeez's capabilities to the historical performance of other heroes and debates the merits of different card strategies. Additionally, they explore the complexities and potential of the new Tuffnut and RKO. heroes, with a particular focus on Tuffnot's intricate gameplay mechanics. The conversation also touches on the competitive scene, the significance of reprints in the game, and the importance of a winning mentality. They conclude with rapid-fire answers to community questions about improving competitive play and the role of community and support systems in mastering the game. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Kickoff 00:33 Weekend Recap and Personal Updates 01:10 New Heroes and Early Impressions 05:00 Favorite Cards and Art Discussion 20:58 Lith Deck Strategies and Insights 31:08 Pleiss Deck Strategies and Insights 38:52 Upcoming Events and Personal Plans 40:39 Upcoming Guest from Europe 40:55 Armory Deck and Fleet's Feet 41:52 Tough Nut Strategy and Gameplay 50:19 KO Armed and Dangerous 01:09:41 ProQuest and Tournament Insights 01:12:25 Winning Mentality in Fab 01:17:48 Pro Teams vs. Armory Players 01:22:39 Final Thoughts and Community Engagement Break Points Podcast ►►► https://media.rss.com/break-points/feed.xml Discord ►►► https://discord.gg/x4VJEeGU2Z Patreon ►►► https://bit.ly/3Aiceef Get your TCGz Merch ► ►► https://www.thecardguyz.com Streaming Microphone ►►► https://amzn.to/3U4fbKc Streaming XLR ►►► https://amzn.to/4l22JW4 Streaming Key Light ►►► https://amzn.to/41hAdsz Get Dragon Shield Sleeves ►►► https://amzn.to/4bkgJ8Y Dragon Shield Binders ►►► https://amzn.to/3VO8bRU Josh's Playmat holder ►►► https://amzn.to/3CZJ1Xn #fabtcg #thecardguyz
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Break Points Ep10: Does WIllyB Have the Spice?
Episode 10: Breaking Down Hilarious Misplays, Living Legends, and Desert Island Heroes In this exciting 10th episode of Break Points, the crew dives into a variety of engaging topics. From humorous recounts of game misplays to insightful discussions on Living Legends and upcoming Worlds, this episode has it all. Special guest Willie B joins the conversation, sharing his experiences and thoughts on being a specialist in Flesh and Blood. Hear about the challenges and strategies for the new format and enjoy some light-hearted banter as they debate which hero they'd least want to be stuck with on a deserted island. Packed with laughter and valuable insights, this episode is a must-watch for all Flesh and Blood enthusiasts! 00:00 Introduction and Initial Banter 00:31 Editing Mishaps and Podcast Stories 02:52 Weekly Updates and Flesh and Blood Talk 08:28 Deck Strategies and Game Mechanics 18:57 Prism and Azalea: A Deep Dive 29:35 Speculations and Future of Flesh and Blood 41:28 Victor's Journey and Tournament Tales 41:56 The Struggles and Humor of Competitive Play 45:47 Specialists in Flesh and Blood 47:39 Hero vs. Class Specialization 49:58 Memorable Tournament Stories 59:23 Worlds and Living Legends Format 01:07:49 Hero Specialization Cards 01:12:10 Spoiler Season and Content Creation 01:17:44 Desert Island Hero Choices 01:20:26 Podcast Wrap-Up and Audience Engagement Break Points Podcast ►►► https://media.rss.com/break-points/feed.xml Discord ►►► https://discord.gg/x4VJEeGU2Z Patreon ►►► https://bit.ly/3Aiceef Get your TCGz Merch ► ►► https://www.thecardguyz.com Streaming Microphone ►►► https://amzn.to/3U4fbKc Streaming XLR ►►► https://amzn.to/4l22JW4 Streaming Key Light ►►► https://amzn.to/41hAdsz Get Dragon Shield Sleeves ►►► https://amzn.to/4bkgJ8Y Dragon Shield Binders ►►► https://amzn.to/3VO8bRU Josh's Playmat holder ►►► https://amzn.to/3CZJ1Xn #fabtcg #thecardguyz
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Ep9 : What was LSS Puffin? w/ Ema
Welcome to Episode 9 of Break Points! This week, Sam, Taylor Crawford, and AggroBlaze96 are joined by special guest Ema for a deep dive into the latest Flesh and Blood news and meta shakeups. We kick things off with a look back at Kansas City, sharing stories from the tournament floor and discussing the power of being a specialist in Flesh and Blood. The crew debates the pros and cons of sticking with a single hero, the element of surprise, and how deep knowledge can give you the edge in high-stakes matches. The conversation heats up as we break down the latest Banned & Restricted announcement—what it means for top decks like Gravy, Ver, Slippy, and more. Expect plenty of hot takes, meta predictions, and a few hilarious tangents (including bathroom banter and the eternal debate over “scrub the deck”). Whether you’re a seasoned player or just getting into the game, you’ll find insights, laughs, and maybe a little chaos in this episode. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop a comment with your thoughts on the new bans or what you want to see in future episodes! 00:00 - Intro & Guest Welcome 00:35 - How Was Your Week in Flesh and Blood? 01:22 - The Power of Being a Specialist 02:44 - Surprising Opponents with Rogue Decks 04:24 - Matchup Stories & Tournament Tales 07:14 - The Specialist Edge in the Meta 10:54 - Ban & Restricted Announcement Reactions 13:37 - Why Was "Talk a Big Game" Banned? 17:00 - Plume of Overgrowth Ban Discussion 20:54 - Bonds of Agony Ban: Good or Bad? 24:41 - Is Slippy Still Playable? 27:08 - Gravy Deck After the Tipple Ban 32:00 - Florian, Fatigue, and Meta Predictions 36:06 - New Set Spoilers & Meta Impact 41:20 - Blitz Format & Upcoming Events 45:00 - Skirmish Results & Deck Trends 50:00 - Final Thoughts & Sign-Off and Just talking Break Points Podcast ►►► https://media.rss.com/break-points/feed.xml Discord ►►► https://discord.gg/x4VJEeGU2Z Patreon ►►► https://bit.ly/3Aiceef Get your TCGz Merch ► ►► https://www.thecardguyz.com Streaming Microphone ►►► https://amzn.to/3U4fbKc Streaming XLR ►►► https://amzn.to/4l22JW4 Streaming Key Light ►►► https://amzn.to/41hAdsz Get Dragon Shield Sleeves ►►► https://amzn.to/4bkgJ8Y Dragon Shield Binders ►►► https://amzn.to/3VO8bRU Josh's Playmat holder ►►► https://amzn.to/3CZJ1Xn #fabtcg #thecardguyz
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Break Points EP8: Kansas City Break Down and Ban Predictions
Navigating Challenges and Changes: A Deep Dive into Flesh and Blood Gameplay and Meta In this episode of Break Points, the hosts engage in a lively discussion about their personal experiences and strategies in Flesh and Blood, particularly focusing on recent tournaments like the Kansas City Calling and Battle Hardened. They analyze the current meta surrounding popular heroes like Gravy Bones, Slippy, and Ira, while also debating potential bans or adjustments ahead of an upcoming BNR announcement. The episode delves into specific decks and their optimization strategies, offers insights into the Flesh and Blood community, and includes light-hearted segments like favorite hot dog toppings and memorable travel stories. 00:00 Introduction and Technical Issues 00:10 Lagging and Recording Problems 00:14 Podcast Beginnings and Early Struggles 02:26 Special Guest Introduction 02:44 Weekly Recap: Taylor's Tournament 03:37 Weekly Recap: Zach's Tournament 04:17 Weekly Recap: Sam's Tournament 06:16 Weekly Recap: Aaron's Tournament 07:28 Blitz vs. Classic Constructed Debate 19:06 Kansas City Tournament Experiences 34:54 Gravy Bones Deck Discussion 48:56 Challenges of Playing Against Defensive Decks 49:40 In-Flight Conversations and Turbulence Tales 51:20 Debating the Ban List and Card Interactions 01:16:13 Optimizing Deck Building Strategies 01:26:00 Fun and Memorable Moments in TCG Events 01:30:50 Why Flesh and Blood Stands Out Break Points Podcast ►►► https://media.rss.com/break-points/feed.xml Discord ►►► https://discord.gg/x4VJEeGU2Z Patreon ►►► https://bit.ly/3Aiceef Get your TCGz Merch ► ►► https://www.thecardguyz.com Streaming Microphone ►►► https://amzn.to/3U4fbKc Streaming XLR ►►► https://amzn.to/4l22JW4 Streaming Key Light ►►► https://amzn.to/41hAdsz Get Dragon Shield Sleeves ►►► https://amzn.to/4bkgJ8Y Dragon Shield Binders ►►► https://amzn.to/3VO8bRU Josh's Playmat holder ►►► https://amzn.to/3CZJ1Xn #fabtcg #thecardguyz
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Episode 7: Inside the Minds of Prep
In this episode of Break Points, hosts Sam Young, Taylor Crawford, and guest Zach discuss their unique approaches to preparing for tournaments like Kansas City, ProQuest, and the Pro Tour. They delve into the differences in testing methods, from theoretical and mathematical approaches to more intuitive and feel-based strategies. The conversation highlights the importance of innovation in deck building, balancing high-rolls and low-rolls in game analysis, and the value of reviewing games. The hosts also share personal anecdotes and experiences that showcase the highs and lows of competitive play, emphasizing the need to adapt and evolve with the changing meta. They conclude with a light-hearted debate on Lexi versus Ira, setting the stage for future friendly challenges.
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