Magic Strategy with PVDDR
In this course, PVDDR will guide you through the most important aspects of the game. From Sideboarding to analyzing complex board states, how to bluff and everything you need to know to improve as a Magic player. You will also find quizzes to test your knowledge of the game, insightful stories of his tournament experiences, and more!
0:51
Introduction to Magic Strategy
In this introductory video, PVDDR will lay the foundation for Magic strategy by discussing the importance of having a plan and understanding the key concepts that drive the game.
7:06
Magic Strategy - Having a Plan
Learn how to develop a game plan and stick to it in this video. PVDDR will cover the importance of knowing your deck's strengths and weaknesses and how to make the most of them.
4:08
Magic Strategy - Who is the beatdown?
PVDDR will delve into the concept of "who is the beatdown" and how to use it to your advantage. He will teach you how to identify the aggressor and defender in a given matchup and how to adjust your strategy accordingly.
5:46
Magic Strategy - Inevitability
In this video, PVDDR will discuss the importance of inevitability in Magic and how to identify when you have it. He will also cover strategies for achieving inevitability and how to defend against it.
5:35
Magic Strategy - Are you playing to win or playing not to lose?
PVDDR will explore the difference between playing to win and playing not to lose and how to adjust your mindset accordingly. He will also discuss strategies for taking calculated risks and maximizing your opportunities.
2:13
Magic Strategy - The Three Core Resources
PVDDR will introduce the three core resources in Magic: The Gathering: mana, cards, and life, and how to balance them effectively. He will also cover the importance of understanding each resource's value and how to use them to your advantage.
3:16
Magic Strategy - Virtual Card Advantage
In this video, PVDDR will introduce the concept of virtual card advantage and how to use it to gain an edge over your opponent. He will discuss strategies for generating card advantage and how to defend against it.
5:41
Magic Strategy - Identifying the Most Important Resource
PVDDR will teach you how to identify the most important resource in a given matchup and how to prioritize it.
4:37
Magic Strategy - Exchanging Resources
In this video, PVDDR will discuss how to exchange resources effectively in Magic, from trading creatures to countering spells. He will cover strategies for assessing the value of each exchange and making the most of it.
0:28
Combat Intro
PVDDR will introduce the basics of combat in Magic: The Gathering, from how it works to the importance of timing and priority.
3:06
Combat - Math
PVDDR will show you how to use math to your advantage in combat, from calculating lethal damage to determining optimal blocks and attacks.
4:33
Combat - Analyzing Complex Board States
In this video, PVDDR will cover how to analyze complex board states and identify the best course of action. He will also discuss strategies for navigating tricky combat scenarios.
3:31
Combat - Chump Blocking
Learn how to use chump blocking effectively in this video. PVDDR will cover when and how to use this strategy to buy time and survive until you can gain the upper hand.
3:16
Combat - Instants
In this video, PVDDR will teach you how to use instants effectively in combat, from bluffing to defending against tricky spells and abilities.
0:28
Introduction to Sideboarding
PVDDR will introduce the concept of sideboarding and how to use it to your advantage in this video. He will also cover the importance of understanding your opponent's deck and how to adjust your strategy accordingly.
4:43
Sideboard Against Your Opponent´s Sideboard
Learn how to sideboard against your opponent's sideboard in this video. PVDDR will cover how to identify key cards and strategies to counter and anticipate potential changes.
4:14
Sideboarding with Control
PVDDR shares tips and strategies for sideboarding with Control decks, including how to adjust your deck based on your opponent's strengths and weaknesses.
4:18
Sideboarding with Aggro
PVDDR provides insights into sideboarding with Aggro decks, discussing how to identify effective cards against your opponent and how to balance aggression and surviving.
6:35
Sideboarding with Combo
PVDDR discusses sideboarding strategies for Combo decks, sharing advice on building a sideboard to protect your combo and how to adjust your strategy based on your opponent's deck.
5:27
Sideboarding in Limited
PVDDR provides tips on sideboarding in Limited formats, including how to identify effective cards against your opponent and how to make the best use of your sideboard.
1:52
Mulligans
An overview of mulligans - the good, bad and necessary.
2:58
Mulligans - Quality and Quantity
PVDDR discusses the art of Mulligans, covering topics like determining the quality and quantity of your starting hand.
3:59
Mulligans - The London mulligan
Insights into the newest variation on mulligans, and what trueisms aren't true anymore.
1:26
Mulligans - Limited
How to reconsider mulligans for Limited Formats.
2:00
Playing With Open Decklists
PVDDR provides insights on playing with Open Decklists, including how to make the most of the information you have access to and how to adjust your strategy based on your opponent's deck.
4:39
Limited - How To Build a Sealed Deck
PVDDR shares his process for building a Sealed Deck, including evaluating your card pool and building a deck that can win in multiple ways.
4:31
Limited - How To Draft a Deck
PVDDR provides insights into drafting a deck, including how to evaluate cards in each pick, read signals from other players, and build a deck that can win in multiple ways.
8:03
Limited - Signaling
PVDDR explores the topic of Signaling in Limited formats, discussing how to read signals from other players and use that information to draft and build a strong deck.
4:20
Limited - Drafting the Hard Way
PVDDR talks about learning the hard way - analyzing each new format and being willing to forget about your preferences.
3:47
Limited - Hate Drafting
Hate drafting - helpful or a hinderance? PVDDR discusses.
0:50
Mental and Physcoligcal Aspects of Magic
PVDDR shares his insights on the mental and psychological aspects of Magic, including thinking before acting, reading your opponent, bluffing, and deceiving your opponent.
3:32
Mental - Think Before You Act
The importance of knowing what plays you have coming up.
3:38
Mental - Read your Opponent
Learning to read your oppoenents with PVDDR, and using this information to get a compeitive edge.
5:20
Mental - Bluffing
PVDDR explores the art of bluffing in Magic the Gathering, discussing when and how to bluff effectively, how to recognize when your opponent is bluffing, and how to adjust.
4:11
Mental - Deciving Your Opponent
How to use such concepts as hiding information, manipulating your opponent's expectations, and using feints and misdirection to gain an advantage
5:13
The End (Favourite Things)
A bonus episode - PVDDR shares some of his favorite things about Magic the Gathering.
