Izzet Aspiring Spike and Brad Nelson? It is! | Shuffle Up & Play #15 | Magic Gameplay

[@TolarianCommunityCollege]

Did you miss the super secret BONUS episode of Shuffle Up & Play with Team APS playing Yugioh? Check it out here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5-blJmNnsyde6M

[@jonjansen9417]

Curious, do y'all have an equipment/setup guide anywhere? Loving the lighting in particular.

[@godi8628]

Dear Proffesor: it came to my attention that in todays episode you were asking if the kids keep saying hella. As a witness to such behaivior; I have to inform you that saying that make you hella sus of a how do you do fellow kids. This felony wont be forgotten.

[@josiahsantos6286]

Kids from california say hella. I got your back prof...

[@esaukim]

NEW SECRET BONUS EPISODE ALERT

[@ILoveHobbits]

I def say hella, hella often

[@Stoicgame]

Footnote: The guild battle above was not approved and sanctioned prior to its implementation. Due to the absence of some guilds and a lack of a permit the results of this battle have been deemed unofficial. For inquires about future sanctioned guild battles please fax forms signed in triplicate to the Azorius Guild.

[@codydaniels3982]

5v5 shuffle up and play when?

[@ethankly12]

"The lawmage's argument was clever and well reasoned, but Blunk's response proved irrefutable" ~ Skullcrack

[@schumerus6786]

The Orzhov Syndicate officialized the confrontations of the matches by presenting a written contract of Commitment to the Cause. (Officially because the confrontation had a deal involved, inofficially because it removed enemy guilds from the matches)

[@GraemeGunn]

Who are you?

[@claytonheuser7753]

Here comes the Azorius fines 😂

[@rorschach1]

The Golgari guild would like to thank all the guild participating in this event for the massive amount of corpses we were able to collect at its conclusion. The circle of life continues as more are born anew on the soil of the lost.

[@GraemeGunn]

You're not a part of this video.

[@Rhystic_Buddy]

Simic's infiltration of the Gruul Clan needs to be investigated further.

[@C._Bradford]

I assure you, House Dimir is already looking into it

[@Stellaria88]

The simic council has no comment on this event

[@charlessandison5740]

The Simic Biomancers are too busy infiltrating the Izzet League - Anonymous House Dimir Detective

[@KykyJyky]

Prof is always hella on point with the vernacular of the youths

[@whatdothlife4660]

The yoots?

[@66exe]

Hella

[@pablochaves1942]

"Hello fellow kids 😎"

[@threestaxx]

Thanks Prof. for dropping a video that is about having fun with each other playing a game we enjoy, instead of the gloomy storm clouds looming on the game's horizon.

[@indomobilegaming3636]

just so you know you can both enjoy the game while keep criticizing wotc greed and terrible decisions.

[@Matyld]

Did you say that there's a new modern horizon ??

[@KaoruMzk]

The game won’t die because of a crappy product.

[@XeroXenTruSin]

Even if this game vanished from shelves we as nerds have ascended beyond corporate greed. I herald the age of the Proxy! I AM CUBE DRAFT INCARNATE!

[@LaBlueSkuld]

Fun?! This is MAGIC THE GATHERING on the INTERNET. This is serious business. Harrumph. TWO Harrumphs at you, friend.

[@transegg7780]

Every time i watch Shuffle Up And Play, it feels like adding an extra Friday into the week. The fantastically horrible FNM humour, Different and innovative formats, The flavour... Its all perfect. Keep these coming prof. We love it!

[@TolarianCommunityCollege]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@MrBe56]

The extra two headed giant game was awesome to see. Love seeing all of the guests on this show.

[@artemis5993]

"My creatures grow bigger and so does my thirst for blood!" Amy what a legend you are! 🙂

[@easyyo6784]

"On the board, we're not playing Yu-gi-oh. Because we can read what the cards do." This one made me laught! This is so brilliant! XD

[@andrewhodge6447]

And fun that it is the episode right after the Yu-Gi-Oh Shuffle Up and Play episode.

[@mth4456]

I like that Prof just sits in the background like Palpatine. Pulling the strings and making people fight. Then revealing he is the real enemy. Which is great because Prof doesn't know Star Wars.

[@williamkohler8073]

Another great episode, this time featuring one of my favorite magic players, Amy the Amazonian. Shuffle Up & Play always does an amazing job of balancing interesting format angles, with great gameplay and the best guests. To that end, I’d love to see a Boomer 2023 with Gerry Thompson versus Bryan Gottlieb and Mike Flores versus Patrick Chapin and Reid Duke versus Huey Jensen. Thanks for everyone’s hard work at Shuffle Up & Play, it is appreciated.

[@Hanz_Haze]

Btw the WWE style writing with the fueds and pulling the strings from the background to build anticipation must continue. This is legit entertaining as hell on a primitive and satisfying level. 😌

[@TolarianCommunityCollege]

cheers my friend!

[@spykeking1989]

Two things I loved about this episode. The theatrics of Prof's big reveal that caused everyone to look at him with raised eyebrows and the lengths that were fine through to see who gets saddled with Prof's losing streak. Excellent episode. Selesnya and Izzet are my favorite guilds, so I'm stoked that they won.

[@Kaisingsens]

Seeing Brad Nelson reminds me of "the good ol days". When we were super excited for every new set, because there were just 4 a year and when we gathered in our LGS (that doesn't exist anymore) to watch the coverage of every Pro Tour. Man, those were the days. Thanks for taking me down memory lane. love this series!

[@rexfiesta]

"I'm gonna be a source of violence :D" I felt that in my soul

[@hippopotamussskaarj6810]

In a time where magic for WOTC means solely fomo and product pushing it's so nice to see this friendly custom matches. The community will prevail.

[@drunkgerbil9962]

This series is amazing. I loved this episode and the preview has me so excited for the next! Honestly feels like the most community based gameplay series and I am so thankful for it!

[@TolarianCommunityCollege]

Thank you so much!

[@SmashPortal]

23:00 Targeting her 4/4 with Selesnya Charm would've still killed Domri Rade (note the trample) while also keeping one more creature alive.

[@ShaggyR1z1a]

i thought this too, so we think its just a misplay?

[@DekoMice]

I was looking for this on the comments :')

[@jurkgurka]

I love this Professor guy! Love his smile, it's pretty contagious. Just got back into Magic and I love watching these Shuffle Up & Play videos. Always got a smile on my face when I watch!

[@Director_Simmons]

Seeing you on Philly D was an absolute Trip. Congrats on being THE FACE of the Magic scene Prof. Out of everyone it could have been, I'm glad it's you.

[@pr0fess0rbadass]

This is dope! I hope this isn't the last Ravnica cards only video! For anyone else that LOVES everything Ravnica, Loading Ready Run also did a video with the same Ravnica set only deck construction rules, except they played EDH.

[@worldhopper7338]

Could you provide a link? That seems really cool!

[@pr0fess0rbadass]

@@worldhopper7338 sure thing! kzbin.info/www/bejne/en-9la1qdraBnaM They play 2 games in this video.

[@whatdothlife4660]

Don't worry, Return to Return to Return to Return to Return to Ravnica is coming out soon.

[@Amazonian]

We all know Selesnya wins with their peacekeeping ways - also, by smashing into people with dozens of tokens and elephants.

[@TheSaladOne]

Amy= "Selesnya is all about peace and harmony". Also Amy= "I'm gonna be a source of violence!"

[@Amazonian]

@@TheSaladOne I like to cause problems.

[@loganshaw4527]

Also life gain

[@TheeGoodSir]

someone has to keep the peace, even if its by force

[@neruneri]

Great guests this week as always! In particular, as a beginner to the game, I felt that Brad was particularly good at explaining the steps of his plays such that I was able to clearly understand how it worked! I love this show format, and I'm constantly seeing new things, so thanks Professor! And thanks Guests!

[@ravendreams1]

Its great seeing Amy backing her fav guild. Great show all around Prof. Thank you

[@daodrassulravan5520]

I gotta say, I really love the animations here. I like the moderation. I like all the guests. This show is great.

[@jayriver1644]

I really miss this Ravnica era of play. So many fun guild mechanics, stories and that gorgeous art.

[@tielove]

Such good vibes in this video! The community really needed this today thanks Prof. ❤

[@DocB_83]

I love guild theme decks. Makes it fun to play color pairs you don’t typically gravitate towards but identify with the guild

[@starmanda88]

I didn’t know Amy before this video but I LOVE HER! She was wonderful.

[@Amazonian]

Hi!!! I like Magic

[@hashassassin830]

Have you been living under a mana rock?!

[@Tom-bb3fm]

@@hashassassin830 didn't know her either lol, but yeah I loved her here

[@JoeCamarillo]

Yeah, Amy was a great guest!

[@GoodRogue]

@@Amazonian there is no greater confirmation of this statement than that diss on Domri's character arc.

[@emrick8928]

Another amazing episode filled with fun and laughter, loved it. Great personalities around the table. Amy was fierce and beautiful. Thank you to everyone and their hard work making videos like this for us to enjoy.

[@BrendanOriginal]

This is what magic is all about! Just having fun and making memories with people.

[@Hundo_Mo]

I remember when I was getting in to magic I loved Brad’s input on cards on The Magic Show. So excited seeing him play.

[@benjaminkaye5119]

This was a great video. Pleasure to see spike come out and play. Hopefully we get another prof and spike collab!!!

[@carlospolk5033]

Dang, one of my favorite episodes by far! I always loved Ravnica as a whole with their guilds. Plus, I love Brad Nelson. Haven’t seen him in a while since his old set reviews w/Evan Erwin. Glad to see he’s doing well! Watching this brought back a bunch of good, old memories!

[@FelinGreenleaf]

Hella actually did come back ironically and I love it

[@jaredwhite2580]

That quad 6 roll was wild to see!!

[@cookiesandstreams]

I like your editing in these videos, especially the combat/counter editing. nice work

[@IzzetNilson]

My wife and I love two headed giant. Finally a good video with this format!!

[@piralos1329]

"And I am going to be a source of violence!! :D!" Absolutely iconic, you funky little selesnyan.

[@LVMTG]

I’m still ready for the Premodern episode. I want to see Prof throw down a Stasis.

[@kingfuzzy2]

Yes please

[@ComDenox]

It would be cool to see one with the Capenna families too

[@ChrisRedfield13]

It was so good to see Brad Nelson again! Great episode professor 👏

[@avatarofpapermagic]

Always enjoy this series. Thanks to all for the hard work!

[@mrmartin3s]

I would love to see a Canlander episode. I know the logistics of international travel are a lot, but more people seeing such a great format would be so much fun. Also, Prof piloting a Merfolk Canlander deck would rule!

[@trashaccount5106]

This is a great format! Teaches how the color combos play. Thanks a lot for making this show, its like comfort food

[@ZasseG]

These shows are truly the most fun and relaxing to watch!

[@Beckmon_]

I can’t believe I actually watched mtg gameplay and enjoyed it! Excellent games and guests.

[@lore_lite_]

this was so fun to watch! 😁 really enjoyable games, super fun guests. felt like pals hanging out playing cards and that’s the most enjoyable mtg content to consume. ❤

[@BillyBob950]

This was easily my favorite so far, I love the inclusion of Two Headed Giant. You should do Wizard's Tower some time.

[@jovanypedroza85]

Seeing you on the Philip de Franco show talking about magic was awesome. Happy to see you out there talking the truth

[@highpol1ce]

"Did you read the card?" "Never!" She'd probably top yugioh championship events, honestly.

[@terriblenorwegiangaming547]

Ouch @ 23:15. Buffing the smiter with +2/+2 and trample would still have killed the planeswalker, but also saved the creature.

[@Kapow59]

Glad someone else noticed that :(

[@Amazonian]

@@Kapow59 I noticed it too, about 5 seconds after I did it.

[@Kapow59]

@@Amazonian it really does be that way sometimes

[@gamearcane]

This is a positive MtG video. 2 headed giant Ravnica makes me feel like Matthew McConaughey smoking a cigarette.

[@roberthegley7997]

The Prof's evil laugh at the beginning was so good! 👍 Mans been practicing.

[@Varooooooom]

Ngl, I’ve been avoiding these videos because I have yet to find good videos on any other channel that properly feature the cards - but oh I sorely SORELY underestimated your channel 😭 Your editors worked so hard on these, to great effect!! I can finally itch my MTG bone when I’m stuck at home!!

[@krazykilper]

I think you have the best sound effects of all magic channels. Even if they are freemium or not!

[@thebloodybonecrusher]

Was already a fan of amy due the legends of runeterra stuff. So happy i get to see her in more mtg channels aswell. Love her eps in elder dragon highjinks and i also Enjoyed this episode

[@Gerym]

Brad is such a lovely guy, I'd love to see him more

[@tellable9425]

Hello Spikelings, I'm not your host AspiringSpike but I, just like you are here to watch the gameplay. Welcome to the shark typhoon.

[@JaimeAGB-pt4xl]

Glad to see that we are back to a game with a resource system (thus making U think more than 1 turn ahead instead of borderline braindead), diverse strategies and play styles (instead of all decks playing the same tutoring and cheating things out from hand/deck/GY to use for materials for ED boss monsters for free) and formats (not just platforms) ... Thanks professor 👍🏻

[@RairaiThepie]

I was so happy to watch this this morning! Thanks Professor. Have you thought of playing Oathbreaker on Shuffle up & Play? I've never played it before but I find the idea of plains walkers as the commander fascinating. If you do Oathbreaker for Shuffle up & Play then that would be cool!

[@ericfranklin1802]

Thanks for doing that interview with Phil DeFranco. We definitely need more people like yourself who have a pure love for the game and actually give a shit about us players getting the message about the truth around Wizards corporate greed. Again thank you for standing up for us Magic players no don’t have your audience.😊

[@mtgs_calcifer]

Whooooaaaa!!! An episode with Spike!! 😍 Not sure how I missed this

[@MrSandalz]

NAAAHHHH this roster is stacked!!! Hyped af for this episode

[@suNn.K.O]

I do love those new DMU Seb McKinnon basics so much.

[@choosecarefully408]

Amy is photogenic & her avatar this episode makes me think she could be the model in a Maxfield Parish catalogue. But that "cat that just ate the canary" smile she exhibited at 2:00... chilling.

[@davidfinstein9911]

This is a cool concept! I'd love to see more block constructed episodes! Maybe alara or khans block?

[@jasonl3445]

So much fun this series :) -Cheers

[@andyony2]

Loving to see Spike on the Show!!! :) :)

[@AlfreskAtWork]

I don't get if Spike is just shy or cringing out of his mind

[@skate14eras]

100% cringing

[@asdfghjkl2261]

LMFAO

[@user-dmiller]

Why not both?

[@hashassassin830]

Big brains and Izzet gamers (redundant, I know) actually have protection from bashfulness

[@omegavulture8379]

Lannister sleeves in a guild fight. I see you Spike, I see you😁

[@matteverard7665]

Always love catching an episode! You do awesome vids, Prof!

[@meatforge]

Another excellent episode. I get so excited every time you post.

[@mirimiri98]

7:30 - Countering his own spell? while it has been already interacted? is that correct in terms of how the stack works? might be wrong here but the order should be as follows: 1st - Remand 2nd - Selesnya charm to protect the dryad 3rd - Electrolyze (gets "countered" by selesnya charm) The thing that troubles me is that the guy says "i counter my own electrolyze"

[@Laerid]

I also have doubts about that play. He couldn’t have recast the electrolyze to put it back on top of the existing stack since the remand did NOT resolve - just like the rest of the stack. The trick would have worked to “save” his electrolyze - which is a decent play - but when he got back his electrolyze the buff was already resolved and the damage no longer enough to kill the creature. You can’t just resolve stuff on the stack while leaving other spells on it - right ? EDIT : wrong - his play was legit 😮 Each spell that is put on the stack resolves one at a time, starting with the topmost. When passing priority back to the Izzet player once remand resolves, he can recast his burn in response to the rest of the stack

[@timothyvenske6519]

Loved the ASoIaF sleeves this episode. Very flavorful to use them for a Guild Battle episode. Minus points for not having five guilds for the War of the Five Kings lol Selesnya Deck: House Stark - “Winter is Coming.” Izzet Deck: House Lannister - “Hear Me Roar.” Gruul Deck: House Targaryen - “Fire and Blood.” Dimir Deck: House Greyjoy - “We Do Not Sow.”

[@johnathanrhoades7751]

This is fun! I started in Innistrad so return of Ravnica was one of my first blocks. Good memories 😄 Also, as a 30-something, I do say hella sus as I bridge those two time periods

[@magethorns6799]

I have missed some THG!!! I used to love playing it at the card shop back in the day. Those were some fun days.

[@Chaoslorden]

I'm so eager for some 60 card game play. This video didn't make it less so!

[@evabranco8731]

The zooms on "it-It's, Hella Sus" are killing me

[@TimmytheSorcerer]

I agree with Brad Nelson, it’s great to see some old fashioned combat action. Thanks for the games 👌

[@diogeneticist3585]

The only kind of bathing Selesnya guildmates do is sunbathing.

[@ThorB0]

31:11 It's not true professor, about the comments. I'm rooting for you and all the others, like many others. Thank you for being amazing!

[@williamlewis6201]

So glad I'm not the only one that makes the trombone fail sound effect! Amy is a new hero.

[@patrickevanroach7498]

That was hella fire prof dawg.

[@NashiTheGhostfacer]

Gotta love Amys excitedly aggressive energy!

[@GreySectoid]

Two headed giant is my favorite multiplayer format 😊 more please

[@Surperior_F-Chan]

This show is always a blast. Love the Variety!

[@pjjp7899]

So awesome to see Brad in one of these! He’s my favorite (former) pro player.

[@maj1313100]

love the guild pins from the guild kits

[@LennoxHaynes21]

I saw the KZbin short and how violence was being chosen so I had no other choice but to watch the full vid 💯

[@theautisticguitarist7560]

"Im not in any guild!" He said, wearing blue and black.

[@Honesty90Percent]

Very challenging idea I've been toying with is an Old/Retro border only deck. I would love to see 4 decks facing off with that restriction.

[@PatrickInTheBox]

Yay Amy the Amazonia is here :)

[@PatrickInTheBox]

Also I would absolutely love to play in this type of ruleset!

[@JavierOrtizBultron]

Is always so fun watching Amazonian play.

[@lucasenraraujo]

*grumble grumble grumble* Gyre Sage and Growth-chamber Guardian in a gruul deck? But seriously, good games and I'm always happy to see Amazonian in a collab because she's underrated and a great person.

[@flyingalienqueen]

Haha, Selesnya ftw! Best guild. I love how each Magic player has that one guild they identify with so much they make it a permanent part of their identity.

[@MrMouse-ex6sc]

One of the BEST shows on KZbin

[@TheOneMiffy92]

Elder Dragon Social Club already getting shout outs, I'm so happy

[@Bluecho4]

Given I entered into Magic fandom during Guilds of Ravnica block, I consider Ravnica to be archetypal Magic: The Gathering. Strong, flavorful mechanics, in a huge variety of playstyles. Nowhere else can you find a card that wins by filibuster (Azor's Elocutors).