In this post-ban episode of In Response – A Legacy Podcast, Philipp, Daniel, and Peter take a deep dive into the seismic shifts in the Legacy metagame. With the bans of Troll of Khazad-dûm and Microspore reshaping the format, the hosts examine which decks took a hit and which are surging in their absence. From Blue-Black Tempo and Control’s resurgence to a rising star in Stock Up-fueled brews, this is a must-listen for anyone navigating the new Legacy landscape.

• 🚫 Biggest Losers: Blue-Black Reanimator & Green Eldrazi crushed by bans

• 🧪 Deck Experiments: New builds with Oliphant, The Generous Ant, and Riverwinder

• 🛡️ Control Returns: The fall of Mucuspawn makes space for Beanstalk, Jeskai, and 4c Control

• 💥 Stock Up Everywhere: From OmniTell to Blue Painter—new draw engines rising

• 🌌 Show and Tell Innovations: Uncounterable spells and land upgrades

• 🧵 Blue-Black Tempo: Legacy’s new "control with teeth" deck of choice

• 🧩 Decks on the Rise: Mono-Black Midrange, Cradleless Control, Skycat Energy Cats

In Episode 94 of In Response – A Legacy Podcast, Daniel and Peter recount their experience at the recent European Legacy Masters (ELM) Qualifier in Vienna, where Nicholas Holtmann secured his third ELM qualifier victory with Jeskai Wizards Control. The hosts dive deep into the current Legacy metagame, with a special spotlight on OmniTell + Stock Up, tournament highlights, and evolving trends.

• 🏆 ELM Vienna recap & the rise of Jeskai Wizards Control

• 💥 Daniel’s switch from Breakfast to Blue-Green OmniTell – why Stock Up is a game-changer

• ⚔️ Detailed tournament run, round-by-round analysis

• 🧠 Lessons from an epic final match vs Jeskai Control

• 🧩 Meta breakdown: Ballistas, Bowmasters, and unexpected decks like Mono-Blue Stiflenought

• 🗓️ Upcoming qualifiers, including the Austrian Legacy Masters & Eternal Mania

Bannings are coming, and Legacy players are speculating—what’s on the chopping block? In this episode, Daniel and Philipp dive into the potential bans, focusing on Blue-Black Reanimator’s impact on the format. Should Entomb, Reanimate, or Troll of Khazad-dûm get the axe? What does Wizards’ recent approach tell us about their next move? We break it all down!

Topics Covered:
🛑 Pre-banning speculation—what's likely to go?
💀 Blue-Black Reanimator: Too strong or just well-positioned?
⚖️ The case for (and against) banning Entomb
🐉 Troll of Khazad-dûm—the sleeper problem?
🔮 What Wizards' past decisions tell us about future bans

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🎙️ Your Legacy. Your Journey. | In Response - A Legacy Podcast (Official Trailer)

Magic: The Gathering’s Legacy format is one of the most complex and competitive formats in the game. Every decision matters, and every misstep could cost you the match.

That’s where In Response comes in.

🔥 What We Cover:
✔️ Meta shifts & tournament insights
✔️ Deck tech & strategy deep dives
✔️ Sideboarding & matchup discussions
✔️ Competitive mindset & tournament prep
✔️ …and of course, bad jokes and hot takes!

🔥 Should You Scoop More? The Secret to Winning More Matches! 🔥

Most players hold onto losing games way too long. In this episode, we break down why conceding early might actually be the best play you can make in Legacy. From avoiding needless draws to making better sideboarding choices, this discussion will change how you think about scooping forever.

Yours Philipp and Daniel