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The Princes of Pauper

Michael Flores
Pauper
Magic: the Gathering
Hawkeye's Bow
Mono Blue Terror
Elves
Dimir Terror
Wall Spy
Familiars
Ruby Storm
Mono-Red Madness
Gates
Demir Terror
Blue Black Terror
Walls Spy
Mono-Red
Seeker Skybreak
Sneaky Snacker
Spy (magic: the Gathering)
Gruul Tokens
Impact Tremors

Competitive Magic: The Gathering podcast focused on the people's format... Pauper!

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Latest Episodes

Rich is joined by Will Lupica for a deep dive on his vaunted Gruul Tokens deck that went undefeated in the Paupergenesis Swiss. Decklist: mtgdecks.net/Pauper/gruul-tokens-decklist-by-willlupi-3020142

Rich and Mike are back from the inaugural PauperGenesis and have lots of fun stories (and some Pauper strategy) to share. For example Mike's prophetic Smokestack [not legal in Pauper] dream, that nevertheless was the talk of the tournament. How to co... more

Remember that time the Princes got specifically Hawkeye's Bow banned in Pauper? Yeah, well... Neither do we. See you at PauperGenesis!

In case you've been living under The Rock, there is a new weapon from Marvel Super Heroes that threatens to warp the Pauper format. This episode starts with Mike and Rich talking about some of the different Hawkeye's Bow decks but then descends into ... more

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Recent Guests

Will Lupica
Progenitor of the Gruul Tokens deck in the Pauper scene
New York Pauper League
Episode: Pauper Gruul Tokens Deep Dive with Will Lupica
Colin Hostetter
Champion of the New York City Pauper Invitational
Independent player/subject of interview
Episode: Synth Gates Deep Dive
Bill Ellis
Elves expert and guest on the episode
Independent/Community Organizer
Episode: Elves Deep Dive with Bill Ellis!!

Hosts

Rich Busey
Host with deep involvement in the Pauper scene, long-time player and analyst.
Mike Flores
Co-host, deckbuilding and analysis lead, prominent voice in meta discussions.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • Yawn

    Boring if you know about pauper and not helpful if you don’t. Stop ending your sentences with the word (right), sheep.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    johnfivethousand
    United States2 months ago
  • Very Fun!

    The hosts are really passionate and it really shows. And of course Pauper is the best mtg format

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wizwhirl
    United States5 months ago
  • Pauper, the people’s format

    Great podcast with super knowledgeable hosts. I listen every week!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    This-is-my-podcast-review
    United States7 months ago

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Community-focused with candid, informal banter.
Hosts come across as passionate and knowledgeable about Pauper.
Occasional critical takes on bans or format changes.
Strong insights into meta shifts and deck design.

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Pauper Gruul Tokens Deep Dive with Will Lupica
Q: What challenges does the deck face in terms of draw and mana?
The guest notes that card draw and mana consistency are the biggest weaknesses, making mulligans and sequencing critical, and that the mana base, while functional, is a known liability due to eight tap lands and the need for two-color mana.
Pauper Gruul Tokens Deep Dive with Will Lupica
Q: What type of Pauper player is this deck for?
The deck suits players who enjoy a mid-range, decision-rich game with a built-in plan to win quickly through big Tremors-enabled turns, while offering multiple lines of play and potential combo-like sequences depending on the matchup and hand.

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What is The Princes of Pauper about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on competitive Pauper Magic: The Gathering, with deep dives into popular archetypes like Spy, Walls Spy, Gates, Familiars, and various mono-colored builds. Hosts frequently discuss meta-shifts, tournament results, and community scenes in NYC and beyond, weaving in personal anecdotes, live testing stories, and strategic insights. Notable strengths include data-backed deck analysis, candid banter, and guest-driven brews that illuminate both build decisions and sideboard dynamics. The format tends to attract listeners who enjoy high-skill deckbuilding, metagame analysis, and a strong local-scene focus, with a reputation for approachable yet technically rigorous discussions. Potential listeners who want practical brewing tips,... more

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