This Card Game Took Over my Life.

[@ArloPedersen]

Hey everyone! This is a video I've been working on for a while. It's not perfect, and I could have made it better, but as a wise editor once told me: "A project is never done, only abandoned." IF YOU WANT TO KNOW WHERE I FIND MY MUSIC: check out my patreon page for a full music breakdown: patreon.com/twelvebrickstudios

[@spinningtrain9091]

thats litterally the flavor text for the card [rootha, mercurial artist]

[@TraphouseTCG]

This video if perfect bro

[@ArloPedersen]

@spinningtrain9091 haha I never realized that!

[@lordgrub12345]

I have played Yu-Gi-Oh for a while and from what I've heard it is much harder then basically every other card game. I don't know if you have experience with Yu-Gi-Oh but from what I've seen this is MUCH more confusing.

[@sixformscg]

Dude, nice work!

[@miles8233]

You should not be disappointed or discouraged at all, 17th place out of 62 is very impressive for your first RCQ. That’s almost the top 25%! Also, the filmmaking and editing in this video is incredible. Keep it up, you are very skilled.

[@DS-gu1lt]

His score was 2/3 tho… Many people drop off after 3rd game.

[@thelifedragon2156]

especially considering he was using a budget deck

[@Zayki-Anubisai]

Yeah this

[@nolanpearson211]

still 2/3 for first RCQ is reasonable assuming he's not very experienced at competitive magic. It's also Pioneer which I feel like has more variance than any other format right now. @@DS-gu1lt

[@jakewarren4923]

bro 17th is ballin, I would end up 63rd fr.

[@8thPlaceDave]

Very cool, although one small thing to clarify... The RCQs happen several times per year, and even the Regional Championships and Pro Tours happen multiple times too. The World Championship is the one that happens only once per year.

[@ArloPedersen]

Ah yes, I realize now how that could sound confusing, what I meant is that these tournaments happen every year, although it does sound more dramatic when you phrase it “every year there’s a tournament…” haha

[@ev_ring]

hi dave

[@teaganflinner5712]

hi dave

[@gigabytegamer1849]

oh hello, dave

[@veme2857]

That's Dave

[@magnus24112]

The production quality of this was insane! Now I want to try a tournament as well

[@ArloPedersen]

Thanks!

[@Beesechurger_73]

Best edited magic video I have ever seen.

[@Tolandruth]

with zero gameplay

[@andrewmcallister3529]

over edited

[@yeeisme]

Define "Magic Video" because I believe Rhystic Studies holds that crown.

[@jonahpush]

have you ever heard of rhystic studies brother

[@obsidiansiriusblackheart]

Shorter than the intros to some music videos

[@mastervota1650]

I've been a professional editor for 5+ years now, and I can safely say this is one of the best shorts I've seen on KZbin, in every aspect of cinematography. Very well done!

[@UltimateLoaf]

This channel is TINY in comparison to so many, but the production oozes charm. I'm a casual commander player but you've done an amazing job at showcasing what competitive magic could look like. Absolutely going to push this to friends. Looking forward to where you potentially go next.

[@ArloPedersen]

thanks! Going to continue making videos, not necessarily about MTG but with the same production style

[@UltimateLoaf]

@@ArloPedersen Excellent. I'll go down the rabbit hole for a moment, take a look at some of the other content you're creating.

[@JustRightPinedo]

What region are you in? This makes it sound like RCQs happen once a year when they’re going on almost weekly (given you may have to commute varying distances pending your home address). Great production though! Btw I think burn is a better deck on a budget.

[@ItsTaur]

Couldn’t have said it better! There’s smthn special in the passion here!!

[@rudyluttrell8718]

Highest Quality Independent Magic the Gathering Video PERIOD. Beautifully written, well paced, cinematic, great soundtrack. I'm actually blown away. 🤯

[@ArloPedersen]

Thank you! :)

[@jonsimo]

Dude, super impressed by this! It’s rare to see magic portrayed in a way that includes both visual style and thoughtful storytelling. You just got a new sub, I’d love to see more MTG visual stories from you 🤘

[@paolosavino22]

As a film maker and a Yugioh Player this video hits so much at home. You made a really great story, we need more cinematic videos about card games like this one

[@Robbulous]

Truly professional editing. You have the skill to succeed as a professional. Don't stop!

[@Embxr]

You are going to go far. You’ve got a real talent for making videos man! Keep crushing it and enjoying life along the way!

[@MintCity]

Wtf dude. This video was NUTS. You’re editing and story-telling is top-notch. Keep this quality up and you’ll be HUGE. Excited to watch your future.

[@misanthroposy]

17th out of 62 is impressive on your first time. You've got a knack. don't give up some people don't accomplish that for years. I've been playing since 2007 and finally took it serious this year. I've been to 3 RCs now this year. two for modern in Canada and even one for pioneer in the USA.

[@ajpbrunet]

Just going to add to the pile of glowing comments you've already earned: this was wonderful. I hope we'll get to see many more of your adventures on your journey as a Magic player and as a filmmaker!

[@SonzBros]

Terrific shots. Shoutout to the camera man and editor!

[@ArloPedersen]

Me myself and I haha, I film and edit everything (aside from a few shots)

[@WilkersonWhittle]

What incredible studio quality editing and filming here. Dude you are going places. You clearly have the drive.

[@shanetron1146]

i think this got recommended to me because of magic the gathering, but your film making (writing, editing, directing, animation, acting, photography, so on, etc) is so good. can’t wait to see what stories you make next

[@dj_wilson]

I have recently become obsessed with Magic, so that drew me to your video. But, I have to say: the production value of this video was absolutely amazing! And great job of getting 17th in your first tournament. Major accomplishment

[@ArloPedersen]

Yeah I definitely know that feeling of obsession! It happened for me with magic but more recently with retro games, I love just going all in on one specific interest like that

[@autofigure00]

I started playing in 2014 when I was 14. Im now 23 and haven't touched the game in a few years (partly due to college and covid, and also because of Hasbro / WOTCs direction with the game. It isnt what it used to be but I do miss it a little. I watched people come and go at my local game store over the many many years I played and now Im one of them...

[@baconscoobysnacks3135]

Yea I haven't played the game in a long time, at least over 10 years. From what I heard the changes they've made simplified the game to much and practically ruined it by removing such a fun unique core mechanic

[@grimreefer4110]

He took it serious when they said Show your work😅 very impressive determination & focus

[@sunlitsea]

Super sick, I hope to see more Magic content from you!! One quick note: I really liked how you explained some things, like the overall cardpool versus deck size, but I think you could try to break things down a bit better for a non-Magic viewer. For example, the concept of lands can be kind of weird for people who don't play, or the concepts of card advantage or why the Lightning Axe was the perfect draw. Again, super loved your video and I hope to see more!!

[@ArloPedersen]

Thanks! Yeah I was trying to find the balance between making it understandable for non-magic players yet still interesting for someone who plays the game. As for more magic content in the future, that’s always a possibility but my channel’s more focused on the filmmaking/editing side of things. You can definitely expect more videos with this same style to it though!

[@GrizzneyGames]

​@12brickstudios Ooh! I like that concept of a channel. I do believe that tying magic into that could definitely keep pushing you. On numbers alone, you will have an audience for sure.

[@baconscoobysnacks3135]

You can play 1 land every turn and every card has a cost an example would be 3 green. Inorder to play it you have to have 3 green on the table and you turn them sideways to use them and play your card. Once the land is sideways it is used for that turn and you have to wait until next turn before you can use that land again. As far as his perfect draw, I'm assuming he drew a damage spell and was able to use it on the other person's health winning the game or he used it on the opponents creature so the opponent had no units to block his attack.

[@fenaticx]

Incredible production quality and story telling. Well done.

[@GoblinKoboldGaming]

2:00 was about to stop watching but then saw this mans playing one of my favorite decks. Now I'm hookied.

[@ArloPedersen]

Haha love this

[@skranbets69]

Amazing video! You were my inspiration for me to document my own RCQ experience. Your editing and storytelling was godlike

[@ArloPedersen]

Thanks! Haha I think your video actually popped up in my feed the other day, glad I was able to inspire you to make a video of your own!

[@dks6515]

Production quality is insane on this, very cool vid! Excited to see more!

[@NiceBakuretsu]

Drone view, stop motion, camera angles.... i don't even play magic but the montage in this video is really good.

[@markmccarthy397]

dude this video is INSANELY well made!!

[@HockGaming]

This is really cool dude! Can see how hard you worked on this

[@ChristianGonzalezCapizzi]

incredible you made that lego part. you keep churning out content like this and you'll be able to live off youtube in a year or two

[@0entropy]

Super impressed by your work, even moreso after realizing how young you were. As a judge I see RCQs as pretty typical events but it's good to recognize that they can mean a lot to different people. I still remember the first competitive events I played in too.

[@tomalajr]

Arlo, you are a very talented film maker. The editing and overall directing of this video you put together was spectacular. It was hight quality than most documentaries you'll see on Netflix. Bravo! Keep it up with the great content! I really appreciated the stop motion Lego animation

[@levisdeckbox]

Great video man! We need more creators like you in the Magic space, look forward to seeing the part 2!

[@rorbearpig]

As someone that's been doing this accross multiple card games for years welcome to the grind. I can't wait to see the follow up.

[@RairaiThepie]

this type of content and presentation is such a breath of fresh air to magic and all card games. the quality of the content is amazing. thanks for making this video!

[@Golf101inc]

"That's slightly more affordable...and the cheapest one." Nailed it! I play other card games (never magic) and this was such a good video! Great pacing, and great music, had me entertained the whole time! Thanks for 6 minutes of awesomeness.

[@Dr3dlock11]

This is one of if not THEE BEST vlog style video of a magic event I’ve ever seen. Gotta make a series outta this, I’m itching to see your under dog story 💪

[@underakillingmoon]

Great editing, storytelling and video production overall. You're good at this. Keep going! From a new subscriber :)

[@zacharyrwhite]

This is the greatest video I have watched this year. Your craftsmenship is beautiful, any lego creator has to be committed to wonder, patience and craft, and that SHINES through this. I was addicted, please continue making these styles of video, you have no idea how special you are.

[@ArloPedersen]

thank you so much! Yes definitely going to keep making videos like this, I have some fun things planned for the future!

[@Iowsbub]

My guy just going to regionals and made a freaking movie out of it 😭 I did not except this, please keep up the good work, you are amazing!

[@DamianEstrada]

This video was great, I hope to see more MTG content from you in the future. The space in in need for creators with strong story telling!

[@darthfrancium1166]

This was awesome..my only complaint is that it wasn't longer. Would have been cool to follow along on your research and what you learned and Maybe why your decklist. Either way, being left wanting more is never a bad thing lol subbed!

[@Nastyn1nja808]

yah printing out opponents possible decks and doing Practice play is nuts to me but how else to do it lol

[@baconscoobysnacks3135]

He didn't really do any research lol. Maybe the bare minimum, and I don't think he's actually interested in playing, was just for the video.

[@thebrickdoc5543]

Man, the editing and the camerawork are something else, this guy’s got real talent both with the game and with filmmaking

[@5kMagic]

Wow! Great video production. In terms of mtg content, this surpasses most. Subscribed! PS. Cardboard is fickle. Spend your money on video stuff, you’re really good at it 😉

[@midnalight6419]

The editing is incredibly good for a small production like this. Keep up the good work!

[@Tehdurkniht]

This was incredible! I'm glad to see someone bring flair and style to documenting the competitive side of MTG. I see it a lot with other games and have always wanted to see it with Magic.

[@85inexact]

Throw yourself into it and enjoy it my dude! I made top 8 at a few PTQs in my day and remember them very fondly, no regrets! If you have a group to test with try printing out a metagame gauntlet deck. You take the decks to beat in the metagame you are targetting (for example 10 different decks), and then print out card faces with a list of 1-10. Assign each deck a number and write one card from each deck down the list till you have all 10 decks in 1.

[@lucyarisato6850]

Thank goodness for the KZbin algorithm (for once). Phenomenal editing, staggering storytelling, super exciting to see you grow.

[@JWLuiza]

Wow. Subscribed. Love the filming and production. Came for the magic stayed for the quality.

[@benyseus6325]

If you are interested in even cheaper formats look for rcq’s or other high level events that run limited format environments. You have to be good at limited (sealed or draft) deck building but you only pay the for the entry and limited card pool rather than downing 200+ dollars for a constructed pioneer deck like you did here.

[@noahberman6992]

The Magic Community needs videos like this keep them coming super cool stuff

[@ArloPedersen]

Haha can’t guarantee that, I don’t usually make mtg videos, but definitely more stuff coming with the same visual style

[@Coolfwip]

This brings back great memories for me. It took me a couple years and a lot of practice to win my first high level tournament. My first time on mtggoldfish and scg i thought i was top dog. Keep up the great work and film making, everyone watching loves magic so just going over what happened is entertaining enough

[@xl1041]

Wow! The effort put into this video was phenomenal! Looking forward to another Mtg video!

[@wishmeluck1124]

holy shit this video deserves more recognition. The production was amazing!

[@Baboon-nk4wq]

I quit playing magic about two years ago, but very glad to see you're enjoying yourself, man. Your editing is insane, you're very skilled, and I wish you lots of success.

[@TheMCGamer2012]

I'm definitely overdue to enter a high level tournament- been playing 13 years saying I would, but work/school would always get in the way. Thanks for the inspiring video!

[@johnskelton6840]

The production on this video is amazing!

[@Cardboardgrinch]

Back in the day id have loved to watch that stuff.

[@RavenDravenek]

Yeah, it does that, usually against your will and even when you already know better

[@konnerkates154]

Wow. This is easily the best cinematography i have ever seen in a mtg video! Wonderful Job!

[@the_be_oioi]

This game has really taken control of my life. I have amassed a huge collection within 2-3 years, building X-Modern as well as EDH / CDEH decks and spending 5 figures. My tip - just copy (proxies) the cards to try out new decks and if you play Friday Night Magic it is allowed and only at real tournaments you have to own the cards. Cheers PS: Great video

[@deckmageccg3561]

My man, this is one heck of a video!! The production is incredible and the deck you chose is absolutely top tier in Pioneer. I play a Golgari Lotleth mill deck and had to modify the deck to run 4x Cavalier of Thorns in the main board specifically for your deck's Arclight Phoenix. If you can drop the Ledger Shredder on curve and it lives, it can eat the removal so that your Arclights can go in for the win. It's an annoying deck whether on paper or on Arena. Best of luck in 2024!!

[@hunteroverstreetnox]

Probably the best shot magic content ive seen. Also if you want to do this again (play a tournament) there are people who place in the top of tournaments as a job and they have patreons where they will teach you and also critique your deck. Practice will make you a better player too. Good luck

[@andrewhodge6447]

Wow, I was just like this and even printed out cards also, for way less of an event, Pre-release.

[@navco90]

BRO WTF THIS IS BEYOND TOP TIER PRODUCTION QUALITY. SIMPLY AMAZING MICRO DOCUMENTARY ON YOUR PASSION. TOTAL RESPECT ❤

[@davidglover5865]

The editing and production on this video is staggering. definitely appreciate such high quality content

[@BMBAnauta]

This video made me hit the subs button. I stop playing magic for 8 full years... Came back fully last year and pretend to get where I never got... Tournaments. Thanks for sharing your story

[@zackhennings7295]

The music hit at 5:29 is immaculate. Found myself tearing up a bit.

[@MrJevans05]

I don't play MTG but I was hooked! This video was utterly incredible man. Production quality and narrative flow was amazing, please make more like this

[@robertrastlos3154]

@12brickstudios as a competitive person, you should give Flesh and Blood a shot. It has less variance - mana screw wont be loosing you games + really good organized competitive play with good prize money

[@PleasantKenobi]

Wonderful video, great story telling - i was genuibely shocked when you went into Lego animation for the sake of a "bit". Really enjoyed it, thanks for sharing it and im excited to see where you go next.

[@ArloPedersen]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it

[@galvanizd]

Very nice! Glad you had a positive experience from your first RCQ!

[@mc909a]

I’m so glad magic is still going strong all these years (I can say that because I played 20+ years ago). Live the dream, do them tournaments!!!

[@idarotruelove6866]

Man you are SUCH a talented filmmaker I was completely mindblown, like the lego part ????? insane I'm happy this video still gets recommended and hope your channel blows up some time soon :) great job at the tournament as well , best of luck in your next events!

[@ArloPedersen]

:)

[@lysander51]

What an incredibly talented person you are. The quality and love you did put into this video is outstanding.

[@ArloPedersen]

thank you!

[@three-card-dead]

Well done. Great production value. Basically a dramatized version of what grinders do

[@thisissostupidqsdfva]

MTG in a nutshell. Mana flood or mana screw. You can prepare all you want but at the end of the day RNGesus still has a lot to say

[@tthien93]

Bro you seriously did not make a stop motion animation to replace the part you forgot to film. That's just flexing. Mad props, and I hope to see future videos from you.

[@gondolieroumla]

Amazing work! This reminded me of my first torunaments also, thanks for bringing the feeling back

[@kostasben8941]

Nice editing man ,you made the video really easy to watch ,good luck on the next tournament

[@PiuPiuThePenguin]

this video is so well done and entertaining, thank you for sharing your journey! I fell in love with magic about 3 years ago and have never looked back, I hope you'll stay with the community for a long time 😄

[@dustinfennimore8104]

For someone who just started his magic adventure this year i appreciate your video!!! Grats on 17th place

[@ArloPedersen]

Actually, I’ve been playing for about 3 years now haha, but thank you!

[@holymoly8848]

Really well done video, nothing to be disappointed about at all. Best of luck in your magic career

[@robbiestrong-morse730]

incredible vid, I've been to many rcq's and have almost never seen one with that many people, hope you keep chasing it, there's really nothing like the rcq grind.

[@JustinHinzMagic]

Very cool video. And I feel you. This Last Saturday I did an rcq. I was 2-0 and round 3 I was up a game. I misplayed and let my opponent back in. He took 3rd game and I ended up losing the next round. Won the 5th round. Finished... Rank 9. Good luck on your future rcq!

[@YTDan]

You COOKED!!! This video was very SPICY!!!

[@ethanhousholder5100]

Awesome video. I took Izzer Phoenix to my first RCQ as well and went 2-3. Still my favorite deck and I love playing Phoenix in modern too.

[@rayg.4426]

Your editting for this was amazing. The stop go animation on the lego recreate was an amazing added bonus.

[@thomasbertrand9163]

please post soon I WANNA SEE THIS. I am in edmonton and thinking of saving up to build a mid level deck and see how it goes man. you inspired me!!! Keep pushing, and also, take your time, make sure to think about you actions. (tips to myself mostly)

[@ArloPedersen]

Do it!

[@thomasbertrand9163]

I Will!! Making my deck on arena and see if it works, and i could change it. I might go Izzit phoenix too! Is there any other cheep decks you saw???@@ArloPedersen

[@vladislavivanov8040]

Well done! I first thought that that is an ad from WotC. Beautifully filmed

[@3clipser]

I am more of a yugioh guy but I do know how to play magic and I just enjoy TCG as a medium however what really impressed me here was your video making talent. You should make more short films. You have a great indie vibe going on

[@chibbatron6375]

this was a great way to explain the journey of taking magic to the next lvl as a new player. great work! I loved the story telling and the lego bit was a nice touch xD

[@uptherockies]

Great vid, been playing since 1996 ish and I still love the competition!

[@ESKALIN]

hey! i am a motion designer and working in video for over 20 years now! i also play magic. this is really well edited! i also like the sound editing with the music etc. keep on and you can afford all the expensive decks :)

[@edwardsamson1677]

This video really took me back to when I was obsessed with mtg. I’m sure you’ll have success if you stick with the game but if not you can fall back on your amazing video production skills.

[@cardboardcontent]

Kudos to you! The story was engaging to me on 2 parts, how it was told and how it was visually appealing!

[@andreas629]

This is next level production quality and storytelling. Subscribed!

[@jole0483]

I will keep my fingers crossed. Be sure to shoot a video of that tournament

[@PlattyGems]

Insane production quality, looking forward to more from you!

[@ArloPedersen]

There will be more videos to come! (And I have a ton up on my channel as well)

[@theSpicyPrince]

Qaulity video editing and production value, especially as you're still early days!