Mid Piece: A TCG Podcast

In Episode 141 of the Mid Piece TCG Podcast, I talk more about Red/Green Luffy and how it is now the best deck in the format. With access to the 5-cost Bonney, it's hard to see what can stop it, so I look at which decks could still stand up to it and what I'd do if I had a pair ban to hand out.I then recap my week in the hobby across two locals and a Heroines Cup, including a deep dive into how I got on with Kaido and some Kaido practice into Red/Green Luffy. I also run through the new tiers over on Patreon. Finally, I round out the episode by answering questions from the listeners.This is also the first episode of Mid Piece on video, so you can now watch along on Spotify and YouTube as well as listen!Don't miss out on the excitement and in-depth discussions of Mid Piece: A TCG Journey Podcast. Subscribe, listen, and embark on a weekly adventure into the world of One Piece Trading Card Game!Don't forget to join the discord server, so if you want more One Piece TCG content from Levi and the community then come and join and hang out!https://discord.gg/mMvP9QnWe now have a Patreon, to help us fund and improve the podcast. So go over and give it a look.https://www.patreon.com/c/MidPieceTCGPodcastWe now have a discount code for you guys from the fantastic https://www.bulkbox.co.uk/store/ for all your card storage and bulk needs, their fantastic bulk boxes have got you covered. So use MIDPIECE10 at checkout for 10% off on BulkBox QUADbundle, both of their special edition BulkBoxes, the Watercolour and Grizzly, as well as on their new products the BulkBox SLAB (single) and the SLABbundle (SLAB triple pack). So go give them a look!

In Episode 140 of the Mid Piece TCG Podcast, I discuss the release of EB-05 and how difficult it has been for genuine players to get hold of the new set. Local stores have little to no stock, yet online resellers somehow appear to have multiple cases while presenting themselves as if they are helping the community rather than simply scalping the product.I then look at the set’s questionable hit ratios and the possibility of opening an entire box without receiving a major hit.Fundamentals also returns this week as I tackle an important decision every player faces: when should you attack your opponent’s Life, and when should you focus on controlling their board?Finally, I recap my week in the hobby across the Chinoize Cup and locals before rounding out the episode, as always, by answering questions from the community.Don't miss out on the excitement and in-depth discussions of Mid Piece: A TCG Journey Podcast. Subscribe, listen, and embark on a weekly adventure into the world of One Piece Trading Card Game!Don't forget to join the discord server, so if you want more One Piece TCG content from Levi and the community then come and join and hang out!https://discord.gg/mMvP9QnWe now have a Patreon, to help us fund and improve the podcast. So go over and give it a look.https://www.patreon.com/c/MidPieceTCGPodcastWe now have a discount code for you guys from the fantastic https://www.bulkbox.co.uk/store/ for all your card storage and bulk needs, their fantastic bulk boxes have got you covered. So use MIDPIECE10 at checkout for 10% off on BulkBox QUADbundle, both of their special edition BulkBoxes, the Watercolour and Grizzly, as well as on their new products the BulkBox SLAB (single) and the SLABbundle (SLAB triple pack). So go give them a look!

In Episode 139 of the Mid Piece TCG Podcast, I take a closer look at the new so called “Miracle” build of Red/Green Luffy. I discuss how the introduction of the EB-05 Jewelry Bonney package transforms the deck from a slow, defensive strategy into an aggressive go wide deck with a powerful draw engine.I then recap my week in the hobby, including my latest run in the Chinoize Cup and trips to two different locals. I break down my games, results and the matchups I faced across all three events before rounding out the episode by answering questions from the community.Don't miss out on the excitement and in-depth discussions of Mid Piece: A TCG Journey Podcast. Subscribe, listen, and embark on a weekly adventure into the world of One Piece Trading Card Game!Don't forget to join the discord server, so if you want more One Piece TCG content from Levi and the community then come and join and hang out!https://discord.gg/mMvP9QnWe now have a Patreon, to help us fund and improve the podcast. So go over and give it a look.https://www.patreon.com/c/MidPieceTCGPodcastWe now have a discount code for you guys from the fantastic https://www.bulkbox.co.uk/store/ for all your card storage and bulk needs, their fantastic bulk boxes have got you covered. So use MIDPIECE10 at checkout for 10% off on BulkBox QUADbundle, both of their special edition BulkBoxes, the Watercolour and Grizzly, as well as on their new products the BulkBox SLAB (single) and the SLABbundle (SLAB triple pack). So go give them a look!

In Episode 138 of the Mid Piece TCG Podcast, I begin with a ramble about one of the most frustrating parts of the One Piece Card Game: watching a deck you love go from being relevant in one meta to struggling in the next because of power creep.I then bring back Fundamentals 101, beginning with one of the first decisions you make in every game, whether to keep or mulligan your opening hand. I discuss what you should be looking for, why the decision goes beyond simply searching for the perfect curve, and how getting it wrong can affect the rest of the game.Finally, I recap my week in the hobby and my latest trip to locals with Purple Kaido before rounding out the episode by answering questions from the listeners.Don't miss out on the excitement and in-depth discussions of Mid Piece: A TCG Journey Podcast. Subscribe, listen, and embark on a weekly adventure into the world of One Piece Trading Card Game!Don't forget to join the discord server, so if you want more One Piece TCG content from Levi and the community then come and join and hang out!https://discord.gg/mMvP9QnWe now have a Patreon, to help us fund and improve the podcast. So go over and give it a look.https://www.patreon.com/c/MidPieceTCGPodcastWe now have a discount code for you guys from the fantastic https://www.bulkbox.co.uk/store/ for all your card storage and bulk needs, their fantastic bulk boxes have got you covered. So use MIDPIECE10 at checkout for 10% off on BulkBox QUADbundle, both of their special edition BulkBoxes, the Watercolour and Grizzly, as well as on their new products the BulkBox SLAB (single) and the SLABbundle (SLAB triple pack). So go give them a look!

In Episode 137 of the Mid Piece TCG Podcast, I briefly say farewell to Green Mihawk as the ban officially takes effect and discuss how his removal could open up the OP-17.5 meta. I also look at some of the leaders receiving new support in EB-05 and consider which decks could benefit most heading into the new format.I then recap my week in the hobby, beginning with my first Chinoize Cup Online before moving on to the 128 player Store Championship at DarkSphere. I break down my run with Purple Kaido, the matchups I faced and how I managed to reach the Top 8 and secure my invitation to the Season 2 Finals in London this January.Finally, I round out the episode by answering questions from the listeners.Don't miss out on the excitement and in-depth discussions of Mid Piece: A TCG Journey Podcast. Subscribe, listen, and embark on a weekly adventure into the world of One Piece Trading Card Game!Don't forget to join the discord server, so if you want more One Piece TCG content from Levi and the community then come and join and hang out!https://discord.gg/mMvP9QnWe now have a Patreon, to help us fund and improve the podcast. So go over and give it a look.https://www.patreon.com/c/MidPieceTCGPodcastWe now have a discount code for you guys from the fantastic https://www.bulkbox.co.uk/store/ for all your card storage and bulk needs, their fantastic bulk boxes have got you covered. So use MIDPIECE10 at checkout for 10% off on BulkBox QUADbundle, both of their special edition BulkBoxes, the Watercolour and Grizzly, as well as on their new products the BulkBox SLAB (single) and the SLABbundle (SLAB triple pack). So go give them a look!

In Episode 136 of the Mid Piece TCG Podcast, I recap my weekend at the London Regionals, from competing in the main Regional event on day one to taking part in the Extra Grand Battle on day two. I break down my results, matchups and overall experience across both events.I’m then joined by special guest Ryan, better known as Fancy Munchlax, to discuss his recent competitive run. Ryan reflects on his time at the European Nationals in Utrecht before sharing how he reached the top cut at the London Regional and secured his ticket to the Season 2 Finals in London this January.Finally, we look at some of the cards revealed for EB-05 before rounding out the episode by answering questions from the community.Please give Ryan a check out on his Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@FancyMunchlaxDon't miss out on the excitement and in-depth discussions of Mid Piece: A TCG Journey Podcast. Subscribe, listen, and embark on a weekly adventure into the world of One Piece Trading Card Game!Don't forget to join the discord server, so if you want more One Piece TCG content from Levi and the community then come and join and hang out!https://discord.gg/mMvP9QnWe now have a Patreon, to help us fund and improve the podcast. So go over and give it a look.https://www.patreon.com/c/MidPieceTCGPodcastWe now have a discount code for you guys from the fantastic https://www.bulkbox.co.uk/store/ for all your card storage and bulk needs, their fantastic bulk boxes have got you covered. So use MIDPIECE10 at checkout for 10% off on BulkBox QUADbundle, both of their special edition BulkBoxes, the Watercolour and Grizzly, as well as on their new products the BulkBox SLAB (single) and the SLABbundle (SLAB triple pack). So go give them a look!

This week on Mid Piece, we need to talk about the elephant in the room… Green Mihawk is officially getting banned. With the ban coming into effect on October 12th, I have a long and open conversation about Bandai’s decision, my thoughts on the ban, what it means for the game moving forward, and how it feels to be losing a deck that has become such a huge part of my competitive journey. We then move into my week in the hobby, with some focused playtesting ahead of the Brotherhood Brawl as I continue preparing for the London regionals. Finally, we round out the episode with questions from the community, including a really fun discussion about designing brand new Leader cards for One Piece characters who haven't received one yet. What would their abilities look like, and how could you make them actually reflect their powers and personality from the series? Plenty to unpack this week, some serious discussion, some competitive One Piece, and a little bit of card-design madness to finish us off.Don't miss out on the excitement and in-depth discussions of Mid Piece: A TCG Journey Podcast. Subscribe, listen, and embark on a weekly adventure into the world of One Piece Trading Card Game!Don't forget to join the discord server, so if you want more One Piece TCG content from Levi and the community then come and join and hang out!https://discord.gg/mMvP9QnWe now have a Patreon, to help us fund and improve the podcast. So go over and give it a look.https://www.patreon.com/c/MidPieceTCGPodcastWe now have a discount code for you guys from the fantastic https://www.bulkbox.co.uk/store/ for all your card storage and bulk needs, their fantastic bulk boxes have got you covered. So use MIDPIECE10 at checkout for 10% off on BulkBox QUADbundle, both of their special edition BulkBoxes, the Watercolour and Grizzly, as well as on their new products the BulkBox SLAB (single) and the SLABbundle (SLAB triple pack). So go give them a look!

With London Regionals fast approaching, it’s time to step away from the endless Mihawk vs Kaido debate and take a proper look at the rest of the OP17 format.This week, I’m talking through the decks making waves across the meta, from Nico Robin, Sabo and Xebec to Black Luffy, Purple Enel, Luffy & Ace, Red Ace and more.I then rambler about mental fortitude and how important it is for big events like regionals and large scale events. Plus, I give an update on my London testing, look ahead to the Brotherhood Brawl, and, as always, we finish with questions from the listeners.on't miss out on the excitement and in-depth discussions of Mid Piece: A TCG Journey Podcast. Subscribe, listen, and embark on a weekly adventure into the world of One Piece Trading Card Game!Don't forget to join the discord server, so if you want more One Piece TCG content from Levi and the community then come and join and hang out!https://discord.gg/mMvP9QnWe now have a Patreon, to help us fund and improve the podcast. So go over and give it a look.https://www.patreon.com/c/MidPieceTCGPodcastWe now have a discount code for you guys from the fantastic https://www.bulkbox.co.uk/store/ for all your card storage and bulk needs, their fantastic bulk boxes have got you covered. So use MIDPIECE10 at checkout for 10% off on BulkBox QUADbundle, both of their special edition BulkBoxes, the Watercolour and Grizzly, as well as on their new products the BulkBox SLAB (single) and the SLABbundle (SLAB triple pack). So go give them a look!

After the madness of Utrecht, this week on Mid Piece things are a little quieter as I take a much needed week away from actually playing the game, but there's still plenty of One Piece TCG to talk about! We start by catching up on the competitive scene and looking at the results from the latest Regional events in Virginia and Athens, including the winning decks and what those results might tell us about where the meta currently stands. From there, we take a broader look at the current format and the five to seven decks I believe make up the top of the meta. Rather than there being one obvious answer, we discuss why each of these decks is genuinely viable, what they bring to the table and why there's plenty of room to find success with the right choice. Then I go on a bit of a ramble about something arguably even more important than choosing the "best deck", actually becoming a better player. We talk about testing properly, finding and building a strong testing group, surrounding yourself with players who will challenge you, and getting the most out of the time you put into the game. Finally, as always, we wrap things up by answering another great selection of questions sent in by the Mid Piece community.A slightly more chilled one after Utrecht, but plenty of competitive One Piece goodness to get stuck into.Don't miss out on the excitement and in-depth discussions of Mid Piece: A TCG Journey Podcast. Subscribe, listen, and embark on a weekly adventure into the world of One Piece Trading Card Game!Don't forget to join the discord server, so if you want more One Piece TCG content from Levi and the community then come and join and hang out!https://discord.gg/mMvP9QnWe now have a Patreon, to help us fund and improve the podcast. So go over and give it a look.https://www.patreon.com/c/MidPieceTCGPodcastWe now have a discount code for you guys from the fantastic https://www.bulkbox.co.uk/store/ for all your card storage and bulk needs, their fantastic bulk boxes have got you covered. So use MIDPIECE10 at checkout for 10% off on BulkBox QUADbundle, both of their special edition BulkBoxes, the Watercolour and Grizzly, as well as on their new products the BulkBox SLAB (single) and the SLABbundle (SLAB triple pack). So go give them a look!

This week on Mid Piece, we're back from Utrecht, and there's a LOT to talk about!I'm breaking down my entire experience at the European Nationals weekend: the highs, the lows, the good, the bad, and everything that happened across an absolutely packed few days of One Piece TCG.We go through my run in the Flame-Flame Colosseum, the European National Finals and Sunday's Extra Grand Battle, breaking down the games, the matchups and some of the biggest moments from across the weekend.25 games of competitive One Piece. Three events. One massive weekend.After months of testing, preparation and talking about Nationals on the podcast, it's finally time to tell the full story of what happened in Utrecht.There's plenty to unpack in this one, so sit back and enjoy Episode 132 of Mid Piece!Don't miss out on the excitement and in-depth discussions of Mid Piece: A TCG Journey Podcast. Subscribe, listen, and embark on a weekly adventure into the world of One Piece Trading Card Game!Don't forget to join the discord server, so if you want more One Piece TCG content from Levi and the community then come and join and hang out!https://discord.gg/mMvP9QnWe now have a Patreon, to help us fund and improve the podcast. So go over and give it a look.https://www.patreon.com/c/MidPieceTCGPodcastWe now have a discount code for you guys from the fantastic https://www.bulkbox.co.uk/store/ for all your card storage and bulk needs, their fantastic bulk boxes have got you covered. So use MIDPIECE10 at checkout for 10% off on BulkBox QUADbundle, both of their special edition BulkBoxes, the Watercolour and Grizzly, as well as on their new products the BulkBox SLAB (single) and the SLABbundle (SLAB triple pack). So go give them a look!