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  • @fultonboys
    @fultonboys 2 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    I love your standard content the most. I think a good idea either way is to stick with whatever wins, but dedicate a number of days each week to the other. Standard Monday-Friday with Alchemy weekends. Something like that.

    • @ichtyorniscretace9624
      @ichtyorniscretace9624 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Definitely this. I love cgb but I personally don't watch most of the non-standard videos, it just doesn't interest me as much.

  • @Sir_Master
    @Sir_Master 2 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    At first I didn’t really care for having two videos a day…but I think now I can appreciate having 2x as much UW control time

    • @Miko_of_the_North
      @Miko_of_the_North 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You don't really get 2x you just have to click on 2 vids that equal about the same run time as one vid before the battle for the channel

    • @_-___________
      @_-___________ 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Miko_of_the_North That's why the battle for the channel is happening.

  • @papaph4nt0m
    @papaph4nt0m 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Day 3 of comment streak supporting Standard as my preferred format.
    Alchemy is good and fun but I don't support it over Standard since it isn't possible in paper.
    #TeamStandard

  • @BabaBobojr
    @BabaBobojr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I like the standart the most because it translates to paper, and to the competitive decks :D I think it's great to focus on standart on set relaese to find out what are the best decks, and really dig down the competitve aspect ! Yet I don't mind seeing alchemy later down the line once we have seen a broad picture of the meta and when new cards come out. It could also be the time for other format like historic and brawl ! Also i'm a little sad that the standart videos have been shorter lately, I hope you don't get too tired getting all the footage you need !

  • @elchingon12346
    @elchingon12346 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I’ve been loving devastating mastery in this meta. Even at 1 copy it’s saved me in a lot of matchups

    • @L_Jefe
      @L_Jefe 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It honestly never stopped doing work, but as he says, infinite turns just hurt it/the whole deck.

    • @daltooinewestwood6380
      @daltooinewestwood6380 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I ran it in the blue white alchemy deck from a few days ago instead of divine purge, and I had so much fun watching my opponent get confused as hell, and the scoop while it’s on the stack

  • @ianbartlett1050
    @ianbartlett1050 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love watching the control videos! You do a great job explaining the thought process and why you make certain decisions.

  • @petertheamateur-mtgarenade2004
    @petertheamateur-mtgarenade2004 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm thorn between Alchemy and Standard. Here's a summary of what follows:
    1. Standard is probably best to grow your channel since more people will search for it on youtube and stumble naturally on your content.
    2. By publishing Standard videos, you are participating in making the arena OP too quickly. You are also partly responsible for people not making their own decks, since they can't compete with their own otherwise.
    3. People enjoy watching you play Alchemy even if they don't play it. It feels refreshing to see something different.
    4. You are a good resource people can use to improve their gameplay.
    5. Please, just do what you like. Everyone loves watching you play regardless of what you choose. If you don't do Standard, someone else will anyway. At this point, Wizard of the Coast needs to come up with solutions.
    Here's the long format!
    On the one hand, Standard is the "affordable" format most people can play. People who seek guidance for that format will search for Standard videos. On my part, I really improved my gameplay by watching you play Standard and listen to you walk me through your moves. I learned specific strategies, general rules, and most importantly I think, what mindset I should adopt to make my decisions. I don't think I would be able to play at the same level without it, and I think others can benefit from it too. I never really played your decks (I really like making my own), but I learned from them.
    On the other hand, I think you are partly responsible for Standard being so strong so quickly. Players like me have little time to figure out decks for themselves with the few cards they have that the strong Meta decks are already out and everyone is playing them. It's hard to create original, somewhat competitive decks with limited wildcards since almost everyone is playing championship level decks a few days after release. But I say you are "partly" responsible because there are so many resources people can use, with decklists published everywhere.
    I think this takes the fun out of magic and is slowly ruining the Arena gameplay. Don't get me wrong: watching you play standard is really fun and helpful! But people should be creating their own decks, much like you enjoy doing yourself. This is the true fun of magic: creating your very own deck. And no one does it.
    Which gets me to my point. I think going for Alchemy is a great idea. From what I understand, Alchemy is more expensive, and fewer people probably play it for that reason. It doesn't mean that watching you play it isn't enjoyable. I hate the historic format, but I love watching Quazar play it. I don't play Alchemy, but I really love watching you play it.

  • @cluckoftheduck
    @cluckoftheduck 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I like the competition, but CGB you forgot one thing.... You! I want standard but then I can't just sit there knowing there is more cgb to watch... Eventually I cave and watch the alchemy because you are just too fun to watch. Thanks for the hard work

    • @arjunheart5859
      @arjunheart5859 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The Alchemy videos will still be up after the battle is over. I'm voting for standard (so I'm putting all my watchtime there), but after the battle is over, I'll probably go back for the sake of appreciating CGB.

  • @rurounikreep
    @rurounikreep 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Love your standar content cgb, keep it up buddy

  • @notbot4525
    @notbot4525 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been slipping, CGB
    Usually I'm watching your vids all the way through (or at least listening in the background) - because my "job" fortunately allows me to do that
    Just had vacation... not as much watch time
    I'm back now though
    Thanks for the azorius :)
    Edit: just by watching you, I feel like I've gotten so much better at MTGA. Typically I play limited with a little standard thrown in. The way you break things down has helped my thought process in tough spots.

  • @djsarroza8457
    @djsarroza8457 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Post 2 videos a day, post 1 video a week, I don't care. I love your analytic, in-depth, deliberate way of playing and casting your own games. I'm not an MTG player for a while now but your content scratches that itch :D

  • @devontufts1291
    @devontufts1291 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    CGB.
    I will be voting for the most entertaining video of the day.
    Round 5 Winner: Alchemy
    Scores: [Alchemy] 5 : 0 [Standard]
    My Takeaway: More Cards = More Fun.
    When you watch the Alchemy video first and then the Standard video second, there just seems to be less excitement on what can happen in any match.
    Vice versa is also true. If you watch the Standard video and think it's fun, it's always more exciting at what else could be added in the Alchemy version.

  • @Blvckmage88
    @Blvckmage88 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Azorius control gave me so many good memories as well as headaches but your list gave me so much fun, and thanks for the update CGB, go go standard!

  • @friki9644
    @friki9644 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Farewell will be a good addition for control decks.

  • @jondorsey2043
    @jondorsey2043 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ha! The revitalize into revitalize into absence was pretty great lol. I was like, "oh, maybe he's not dead."
    Oh well.

  • @guildgamer7949
    @guildgamer7949 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I hope CGB continues to post Standard vs Alchemy mirrors. I don't have a preference. I am enjoying watching the difference between both formats. Keep your channel diverse., IMO.

  • @Pedro-gf8qx
    @Pedro-gf8qx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for the outstanding content you provide us daily! You're the best!!

  • @Psychochild9
    @Psychochild9 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like your idea of mastering a single format even though I would enjoy videos of both. Either format you choose, I will still be watching on a daily schedule. It’s all about your in-game commentary and advice that you slip in during your matches that I am here for. Thanks for being cool CGB!

  • @JacobReynoldson
    @JacobReynoldson 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm sorry to hear that a minority of Team Standard was so toxic that it cost us the streak, but I'm glad you got some time to collect yourself and move forward.
    I'm disappointed that those same individuals may be rewarded with winning the battle of the dojo, but watch time is king.
    Although I've been using my prime subscription on Twitch, I've never been able to tune in live as I'm at work during that time. It's been a great few years, am I'm glad to have shared in the journey.

  • @enderwigin1306
    @enderwigin1306 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Subtitles: "...to find our Saw it Cummings and Hole Breaker Horrors..."
    Wow. Spectacular.

  • @tallguy6982
    @tallguy6982 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Been watching you since Yorion! Not my main account, but the most important thing is that you like it. I think you prefer Alchemy given how often you mention it offering better games, etc. in Standard videos. If Wizards knew how to design cards or not reprint Time Warp, I'd say Standard. But Alchemy let's them "fix" their errors. UW Control is best content!

  • @dannyboy7146
    @dannyboy7146 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Subbed for Standart! Thanks for content CGB

  • @roshandala
    @roshandala 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Members for standard ✊

  • @aeb814
    @aeb814 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Definitely for Standard, even though I stopped burning so much money on paper Standard, don’t play Arena, and have decided EDH is the paper format for me given my vast library. Always appreciated your content CGB. I like the little songs as well.

  • @Rhystic_Buddy
    @Rhystic_Buddy 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I thoroughly enjoy all your content!

  • @leafy470
    @leafy470 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'd be happy to see you focus more on the new set, and then maybe continue this, or alchemy in general, when the meta is solved. Loving the content, keep it up!!

  • @travisjohnson6703
    @travisjohnson6703 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So, regarding CGB's advice about patience and sweepers, most often when I lose playing mono-black or Dimir it's because I didn't sweep when I should have rather than sweeping when I shouldn't. I'm pretty sure that's because my sweepers are primarily Meathook, but I want to ask my fellow TH-camrs if that follows?
    (There's also the memorable time I decided to wait for further zombies against Dimir zombies and they dropped Headless on me.)

  • @nicholaskester4779
    @nicholaskester4779 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'd love mostly standard with alchemy every other weekend 💯💯👌

  • @SlappinMTG
    @SlappinMTG 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Watching 35 thousand feet in the air on the way to a funeral. CGB is the only thing that cheers me up. 😎🤘🏻

  • @adrianburkhardt-jones2076
    @adrianburkhardt-jones2076 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sensei should train an Uchi-deshi for whichever format doesn’t come out on top. The One in best of One makes a deck for one format, the student tools it for the other. Keeps up the double content!

  • @halopcdraco
    @halopcdraco 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video's sound is excellent and well balanced.

  • @wootangclan2490
    @wootangclan2490 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I knew what commercial you was talkin about! 🤣

  • @jameslevine4284
    @jameslevine4284 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always love a good standard UW Control from The One of Best of One

  • @Phidippidies
    @Phidippidies 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wondering, why the revitalize over sunset revelry? Is the instant speed just that much better than 2 1/1 tokens?

  • @tylerwisecup9069
    @tylerwisecup9069 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    @CGB calling out standard for watch time. Sir, as I stated in the last video, I am an old man (by TH-cam standards) with life and responsibilities. I promise I will get the whole video watched, just not in one sitting. My 4-year-old would also like me to cast her vote for standard since that's the card format she plays with her daddy. Thank you again for the content

  • @andfriends11
    @andfriends11 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    "I've played everything man,
    I've played everything man."

  • @charlesf.7947
    @charlesf.7947 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I remember the Silverquill thing from Game Knights lol

  • @canis39
    @canis39 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like that the Battle is over for now. Just do what you want to do and let the MTG universe sort of point you in the direction that makes sense.
    New set release, play Standard for a while... then new Alchemy cards will drop and you can switch to Alchemy for a while... then switch back and forth as you see fit, until the next Alchemy update and/or the next new set.

  • @L_Jefe
    @L_Jefe 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    To be fair, I think (even with the bans) Standard has been stale for a while, so I'm thinking alchemy is just more appealing for the next 24 hours. Once the freshness of Kamigawa hits I dont think we'll need alchemy's variety as much.
    You do you tho boo

  • @discobiscuits4251
    @discobiscuits4251 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    was hoping you would explain why revitalize over sunset revelry .....have you lost faith in that spell?

  • @vivictus7165
    @vivictus7165 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Honestly I just like when you mix it up. Even if it's historic which I'm personally not a huge fan of. So, I hope the decision is to keep mixing it up.

  • @TheObamamane
    @TheObamamane 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your standard videos.

  • @Ktwitch88
    @Ktwitch88 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Do you rotate the order that you release the videos between standard and alchemy? That could make a difference in the battle for the channel.

    • @cuchulainn424
      @cuchulainn424 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Every day for me the second video listed was pushed by TH-cam. So Standard day 1, Alchemy 2 and 3, Standard yesterday, Alchemy today. Seems to have a huge effect on views for each day.

    • @wyvern-report
      @wyvern-report 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Either way standard seems to be getting ahead, I’m good with both but prefer standard since I play at my LSG

    • @cuchulainn424
      @cuchulainn424 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@wyvern-report CGB's little comment about "watch time" at the end gives me the sneaking suspicion that Alchemy will be crowned the winner despite views.

  • @armandorosa7475
    @armandorosa7475 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Here for standard again. Dude, look at this deck, it's so funny to play. I'll try it out later.

  • @ahgames8431
    @ahgames8431 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    24:39, from the opponent's side, would it have been better to double brawl the horror?

  • @stevehalleym
    @stevehalleym 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the Standard content. Thanks!

  • @thiagolimao
    @thiagolimao 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Azorious was my strongest deck befor the bans, got gutted pretty hard. I think Devastating Mastery is amazing agains green and Orzhov. I might give this one a try.

  • @thurenv
    @thurenv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love both the standard and alchemy videos. But standard wins for me for a little difference. Love this 2022 content

  • @erikh738
    @erikh738 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is there a good “horror” deck that can be used in lower ranks?

  • @OpenSourcerers
    @OpenSourcerers 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    making sure I watch the full thing for the metrics!!!

  • @wyvern-report
    @wyvern-report 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I think Alchemy is gonna take this round, the Thumbnail on the alchemy video I personally think is better, but I’m just enjoying the content keep it up! :)

  • @JRGP13
    @JRGP13 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Watched both for the content and to support but definitely prefer standard over alchemy!

  • @bradross7488
    @bradross7488 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think standard is going to be the most viewed up front because of paper nostalgia. When it is solved or becomes unbalanced, alchemy will be the choice as the cards are adjusted. Probably wax and wane that way for the foreseeable future. Just follow the numbers and your heart CGB, you’ll drag us along with you!

  • @Exodus4hell
    @Exodus4hell 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    As a burning Alchemy Supporter I just want to say to the people who like Standard a lot more:
    "Good Game" & "Send Hedron

  • @mattwood2701
    @mattwood2701 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Still voting, but just saying. One way or another, I'll be very pleased when (I assume) we'll be back to long videos with occasional variations instead of multiple shorter ones. Even the curated experience of watching several games gives us a better feel for the deck, and more variety in opponents.

  • @erikh738
    @erikh738 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    More standard !! I love climbing with these decks

  • @kiss6917
    @kiss6917 ปีที่แล้ว

    Still playing with this deck to this day. It's just too easy!

  • @Michael.032
    @Michael.032 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    24:21 - Hullbreaker what now? I think you missed a syllable there, CGB

  • @NeverSeenAMooseIRL
    @NeverSeenAMooseIRL 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What card back is CGB rocking?

  • @Amoraszune
    @Amoraszune 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loving standard!

  • @OpenWrldHeadHunter
    @OpenWrldHeadHunter 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hopefully standard wins. I still play paper with friends and we generally always play standard and try to surprise each other with what deck we’re gonna play. Sometimes it’s insane jank, sometimes it’s secret sauce from a cgb upload.

  • @adrianvalella6854
    @adrianvalella6854 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Standard!! remember there are way more paper players. That's a bigger market for you

  • @the_sad_miracle5083
    @the_sad_miracle5083 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's interesting that people don't like watching standard as much as alchemy, I actually like standard more but i enjoy watch both for different metas

  • @cuchulainn424
    @cuchulainn424 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks for the content as always CGB. I'm honestly glad you're ending the Battle For The Channel. You wouldn't want to feel pressured to play a format you don't want to at the end of the day so stay flexible.

  • @AaronRotenberg
    @AaronRotenberg 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's pretty hilarious how everyone on Standard ladder immediately switched to the Orzhov tokens deck within a couple weeks of the Epiphany banning. Like, it's a good deck, but it's not Epiphany-level busted, and everyone is running _exactly_ _the_ _same_ version of it even though you could take the concept in all sorts of different directions.

  • @Mattiyace
    @Mattiyace 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    5:12 we're gonna go boom! Somethings gonna blow up 😅

  • @leehunt6031
    @leehunt6031 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love all the content but I would like to see more standard especially when new sets come out

  • @Swanderphotography
    @Swanderphotography 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I want you to know I often watch in double speed which reduces watch time but i see all the content!

  • @AnDsaxplayer
    @AnDsaxplayer 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'll start your video and then close out sometimes because someone asked me to hop in discord. I finish it eventually though!

  • @damiantey4593
    @damiantey4593 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I generally prefer standard just so I can get a good idea on what cards are worth looking at for paper games. I still watch alchemy though.

  • @elrond100
    @elrond100 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Obviously I'm a little psycho... I really enjoy CGB Standard Content, but I hate UW Control. Man, do I hate it... Thank you CGB for not starting your new streak with numerous U/W variations 😀

  • @Naccarat
    @Naccarat 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    this is an example of a deck that i love in standard, but absolutely hate in alchemy.

  • @Locoplata78
    @Locoplata78 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don’t play Standard; but I do play A LOT of Commander… so seeing what is going on in Standard and what it’s doing with new(er) cards has made my decks and card evaluation much more solid.
    Alchemy doesn’t appeal to me at all. Good content; but I don’t play Arena, so digital only play that doesn’t translate to paper isn’t of much value to me.

  • @eljuanpapas
    @eljuanpapas 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i should save this for ND to release but... Now this is Pod Racing!

  • @TheLiynux
    @TheLiynux 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The first time I will also watch the alchemy version of the video. But normally, go Standard!

  • @elarquitecto3
    @elarquitecto3 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Leaving a comment to support Standard.

  • @mtgayrek
    @mtgayrek 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    With the intro, I will again say: I like standard first, and then Alchemy later. Personally I will play Alchemy only, but I wanna know what's happening in Standard until it's 'solved'

  • @fablerh2476
    @fablerh2476 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Everybody playing black white these days. Very true. Hope to see future Standard soon ;)

  • @digitalstatictv
    @digitalstatictv 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'd love to play Alchemy, but the wildcards makes it feel impossible. I'm totally cool sticking with Standard here, but watching both.

  • @shamanftw4921
    @shamanftw4921 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Re: The game against Mono Green... I love when they get super smug like this player did and decide do dump their hand to kill a few of your creatures... that you were probably going to kill when you wiped the board next turn anyway. They make the job so much easier. You basically turned Emeria's Call into a discard spell here.

  • @arjunheart5859
    @arjunheart5859 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Please, CGB, break standard! The meta-bending decks are why I started watching you.

  • @santiagocasasola972
    @santiagocasasola972 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    #GoTeamStandard

  • @charlesnevsimal9235
    @charlesnevsimal9235 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm all in for Standard!

  • @michaelbrown538
    @michaelbrown538 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve watched based on deck, and a very inconsistent life, but I’d say I’d like to see you master alchemy

  • @TheWeegh
    @TheWeegh 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would love to play both formats but i'm into more games than just MTGA and it's just not affordable to play both formats. Buuuut you should do with whatever floats your boat so your motivation stays high and provide the best content while also enjoying it yourself

  • @andreas7947
    @andreas7947 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lets goooo standard!

  • @austennaron4768
    @austennaron4768 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Even if Standard wins I hope you post twitch streams with a little editing for those that like both

  • @FlawlessRhythmGG
    @FlawlessRhythmGG 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The poor watch times are partially my fault. I'm a single father with a special needs child, so often times I have to set the video down for hours, sometimes for the rest of the day but then there's new videos out and I wanna catch up... But I will say I think Alchemy has been looking better so far.

  • @bailaoeperfumes
    @bailaoeperfumes 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Standard!!!

  • @Kilawpilath
    @Kilawpilath 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    While watching this I thought of a F2P "Sith Code"
    The Wallet is a lie, there is only Gold
    Through Gold, I gain Quick Drafts
    Through Quick Drafts, I earn Gems
    Through Gems, I play Sealeds
    Through Sealeds, My crafting chains are broken
    With my Chains Broken, I can finally be Free 2 Play

  • @bumpy1031
    @bumpy1031 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I feel like standard is gonna win this battle. I’m ok with that. Having alchemy be a special thing is nice, kind of like having random brawl videos.

  • @2dajdo2
    @2dajdo2 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Standard is the way!

  • @neckutter
    @neckutter 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yayyyy standard, my fave

  • @puritendius
    @puritendius 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think you should stick to whichever format blue and control is the strongest and most interesting. I am not basing this on watch times or views, but on my deep-seated, personal biases.

  • @nightly784
    @nightly784 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sweet standard

  • @terencetensen3832
    @terencetensen3832 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'd rather have one hour long standard video s

  • @TheBoognish7
    @TheBoognish7 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    20:15 ish clue tokens while missing land drops...

  • @MTGABrewLab
    @MTGABrewLab 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    STANDARD!

  • @nickbalmes6640
    @nickbalmes6640 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Here yet again to throw my support behind Standard :)

  • @Miko_of_the_North
    @Miko_of_the_North 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Let's Go standard let's go!