Cardboard and Beyond

Simon Nielsen is one of the most renowned players in card games. Right now, his laurels mainly reside in Magic: The Gathering, but that hasn't stopped him from making a meaningful mark on Flesh and Blood. Simon is one of the founding members (and first captain) of what is now known as Team Super Armory. All members of the super team have commended Simon for his leadership during their first season together, which culminated in Pablo Pintor winning Pro Tour London. In this episode, Bryce attempts to tease out the finer points of TCG team creation from Simon along with the moments in which punctuality has been his biggest enemy.Simon Nielsen Links: X: https://x.com/MrChecklistcardBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/simonnielsenmtg.bsky.socialYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@SimonNielsenMTG00:00 Cold Open00:29 Intro02:34 Why Card Games?04:16 Distractions06:09 Stress of Being a Pro09:32 Simon Loves to Teach11:14 Background in Theatre15:49 A Supportive Family18:33 What would make you quit MTG?20:33 Team Armory Origins26:37 How did an MTG Pro Bring FAB Players Together?29:17 Simon's Early Days and their Influence31:18 Small Region Advantage?33:41 How did Everyone Sleep?37:46 Do Leaders Need to Sacrifice their own Needs?40:43 What's the Right Number of Players?42:49 Disseminating and Distilling Information48:08 The Myth of the Team Deck53:27 Still a New(ish) Leader56:39 Personal Disappointments from PT London?58:20 Is it harder to Win a PT in MTG or FAB?01:01:03 Worst Moments in Sleep01:06:07 Plugs and Outro---------------------- Join Bryce Platz from Arcane Games and Events as he sits down for intimate conversations with the biggest names in the world of the Flesh and Blood Trading Card Game. Bryce will talk with the people that make FAB the profound game and community that it is. From content creators, professional players, developers and beyond, he'll run the gamut. Better yet, he will access the humanity of each of his guests in order to honor the three-dimensional people that they are, despite their passion for a game with two-dimensional pieces.This show is a product of Arcane Games and Events Website/Tickets: https://www.age.events #fabtcg #ageopen

Pablo Pintor has accumulated increasingly impressive results in Flesh and Blood since he won the first ever Pro Tour in 2022. He's anything but a one-hit wonder. Most recently, he found himself in the finals at Calling: Toulouse piloting Arakni, Huntsman of all things. Nevertheless, Pablo remains one of the most humble and approachable people in the game. Even though he's well known in our community, his priorities are family, friends, and (of course) occasional libations.Join Pablo and Bryce as they discuss Pablo's continued wave of success, the people most important to him, and his "Beer Debts." This is one that is sure to leave you just a little bit better than before. Pablo Pintor Links: X: https://x.com/PintorpinMetafy: https://metafy.gg/@pablo-pintorPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/FleshandBloodwithPablo/about00:00 Cold Open00:25 Intro01:45 Why Card Games?08:05 Pablo's Hometown of Aranjuez16:36 The Sunflower Samurai21:06 Why does Daniel Correa get crap?23:35 The Best and Worst Years for Pablo32:39 Imposter Syndrome35:55 Is Your FAB Journey Everything you'd hoped it would be?39:50 Pablo's Career Plans42:20 Bruce Springsteen45:22 Pablo's One Weakness48:14 Apparently he has Two Weaknesses50:02 The Anti-Cardgamer?56:31 Pablo the Submarine Commander58:10 The Armory Invitation1:06:48 Another Lost Bravo Main1:12:40 Board State Balancing Act1:19:47 Best Moments in Beer1:47:38 Popcorn Podcasting 1:49:36 Plugs and Outro---------------------- Join Bryce Platz from Arcane Games and Events as he sits down for intimate conversations with the biggest names in the world of the Flesh and Blood Trading Card Game. Bryce will talk with the people that make FAB the profound game and community that it is. From content creators, professional players, developers and beyond, he'll run the gamut. Better yet, he will access the humanity of each of his guests in order to honor the three-dimensional people that they are, despite their passion for a game with two-dimensional pieces.This show is a product of Arcane Games and Events Website/Tickets: https://www.age.events #fabtcg #ageopen

Hayden Dale has been the voice inside our heads for four years (and counting!). He has given so much of himself to the game he loves and is far from done. He is known for his competitive prowess and as a member of the two-man podcast: Arsenal Pass. In this episode, Hayden and Bryce discuss long, LONG term relationships, fashion trends, how to keep your relationships to your hobbies healthy, dancing, and (of course) Flesh and Blood. Take a moment out of your day to really appreciate the well-rounded human that is Hayden Dale.

Hayden Dale Links:
X: https://x.com/Fyen_Dale
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ArsenalPass
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/arsenal-pass-flesh-and-blood-podcast/id1564283250
Spotify Podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/6H2Y8uTHZaVgxpjhnTBn6n
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ArsenalPass

Chapters
00:00 Cold Open
00:24 Intro
02:12 Why Card Games?
06:00 New Zealand Origins
10:56 Hayden's Relationship with Devon
13:12 Wedding Day
16:19 Fitness
18:07 Loving the Journey
26:31 Bryce's Personal 'Thank You'
29:20 Fashion/Hayden's Career
35:39 The Ground Floor of FAB
39:32 The FAB Community
43:31 Beginning of Arsenal Pass
46:51 AP Was Here to Stay
49:45 Brendan is Out
51:45 Does Content Hurt your Game?
53:32 Taking Breaks
1:00:00 Living in the Grey
1:01:58 Pankaj is In
1:06:35 What Makes AP Special
1:12:49 On-Stream Controversy
1:20:30 The State of FAB Coverage
1:24:51 Playing vs. Casting
1:28:11 Rockabilly Dale
1:43:55 Plugs and Outro

---------------------- Join Bryce Platz from Arcane Games and Events as he sits down for intimate conversations with the biggest names in the world of the Flesh and Blood Trading Card Game. Bryce will talk with the people that make FAB the profound game and community that it is. From content creators, professional players, developers and beyond, he'll run the gamut. Better yet, he will access the humanity of each of his guests in order to honor the three-dimensional people that they are, despite their passion for a game with two-dimensional pieces.This show is a product of Arcane Games and Events Website/Tickets: https://www.age.events #fabtcg #ageopen

Majin Bae is near and dear to every Flesh and Blood fan (wizard enjoyer or otherwise) and he has been on a train of resounding success so the name not only inspires love, but also commands respect. Despite his prowess, he remains one of the most humble and approachable people in the game. In this episode, Bryce and Caleb unearth the "why" of what Caleb does, the people that support and encourage him, and spin a quick diss track on Patrick Rothfuss. It's all here and we hope you enjoy it!Majin Bae Links: X: https://x.com/MajiinBaeLoRYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@MajiinBaePatreon: https://www.patreon.com/Majinbae
---------------------- Join Bryce Platz from Arcane Games and Events as he sits down for intimate conversations with the biggest names in the world of the Flesh and Blood Trading Card Game. Bryce will talk with the people that make FAB the profound game and community that it is. From content creators, professional players, developers and beyond, he'll run the gamut. Better yet, he will access the humanity of each of his guests in order to honor the three-dimensional people that they are, despite their passion for a game with two-dimensional pieces.This show is a product of Arcane Games and Events Website/Tickets: https://www.age.events #fabtcg #ageopen

It's been a while, but Bryce is back on his podcast beat. This episode, he looked to Jacob Clements (one of FAB's 2025 All-Stars and member of Team Super Armory) to weigh in on the addition of LL into the '25 World Championships. Besides his deep knowledge and love of FAB, there's a lot to love about Jacob. He's got a self-deprecating humor about him, he's got opinions about pretty much everything, and he would insist that you're all his friends (you may just not know it yet).Jacob made us feel nothing but excitement about the main event of the 6th year of FAB. We hope it serves as the perfect thing to whet your appetite for Philadelphia as well. See you there!Jacob Clements Links: X: https://x.com/Ch0ppyo---------------------- Join Bryce Platz from Arcane Games and Events as he sits down for intimate conversations with the biggest names in the world of the Flesh and Blood Trading Card Game. Bryce will talk with the people that make FAB the profound game and community that it is. From content creators, professional players, developers and beyond, he'll run the gamut. Better yet, he will access the humanity of each of his guests in order to honor the three-dimensional people that they are, despite their passion for a game with two-dimensional pieces.This show is a product of Arcane Games and Events Website/Tickets: https://www.age.events #fabtcg #ageopen