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Cube Engineers

TrainmasterGT
Magic: the Gathering
Cube Design
Final Fantasy
Aetherdrift
Avatar: the Last Airbender
Game Design
Dragonstorm
Custom Cards
Amonkhet
Anbennar
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Highball 4K
Commander
Tarkir
Tarkir Dragonstorm
Tarkir Block
2025 Year In Review
Game Mechanics
Unstable Cubicorns
Dragons

A podcast about Magic: The Gathering Cube, Game Design, and more by TrainmasterGT cubeengineers.substack.com

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes38Foundeda year ago
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We are back on the rails again with another exciting episode of Cube Engineers!Back for another shift? In this episode, TrainmasterGT and Usman return to help you navigate your third draft as a proud Cube designer at Oko Fazfae’s Pizza with a piping ... more

We are back on the rails again with another episode of Cube Engineers!TrainmasterGT and Usman return to help you navigate your second draft as a proud Cube designer at Oko Fazfae’s Pizza. This time, we venture deep into the back rooms of the establis... more

We are back on the rails again with another exciting episode of Cube Engineers!

Usman and I wanted to record a podcast for you, to help you get settled in on your first Lorwyn Eclipsed Cube night! We actually Cubed with the set before you, we’re fi... more

IT’S ALL JOEVER NOW.

For the final episode of the Cube Engineers Winter Arc, TrainmasterGT invites one of the most prolific Cube players of all time, Joe Anderson, to share his expertise regarding Vintage Cubes. Together, they trace the history and ... more

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Recent Guests

Joe Anderson
An incredibly enthusiastic Cube player and organizer in California.
Cali Cube Champs
Episode: Cube Engineers Episode 35: Maximizing Fun in Vintage Cube with Joe Anderson
Greg Cortazzo
Cube Events host and designer
Episode: Cube Engineers Episode 30: Hosting Cube Events Large and Small with Dinrovahorror
Andy Mangold
Well-known podcaster and designer of cubes
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Episode: Cube Engineers Episode 28: A Minecraft Episode with Andy Mangold
Dom Harvey
Timely Cube expert and competitive player
Episode: Cube Engineers Episode 27: Better Card Designs for Cube and Constructed with Dom Harvey
Gaytransmulldrifter (Arlo)
Creator of YouTube videos about Magic: The Gathering
Episode: Cube Engineers Episode 24: Cube Clinics: Highball 4K #1
Arud Englund
Store manager at Alphaspel who shared insights about the event.
Alphaspel
Episode: Cube Engineers Episode 18: Hej Hej from Sweden! (Fika Edition)
Usman Jamil
Podcaster and contributor in Cube community
Episode: Cube Engineers Episode 16: Modular Cubes with TheLameSauce and Usman Jamil (Cubecon 2025 Community Pick Edition!)
Parker LaMascus
Innovator in the cube community known for the Pulp Nouveau cube
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Episode: Cube Engineers Episode 15: Building under a Black Sun: Semi-Desert Cubes and Pulp Nouveau with Parker LaMascus
Judge Bones
Cube designer known for the 'Museum of Modern' cube
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Episode: Cube Engineers Episode 10: How to Build Constructed-Like Cubes with Judge Bones

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TrainmasterGT
Host of Cube Engineers, appears across many episodes with Cube Engineers branding.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#159
United Kingdom/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#248
Canada/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#187
Australia/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#206
Germany/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#31
Singapore/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#41
Switzerland/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#45
Netherlands/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#59
Mexico/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#62
Denmark/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#80
Sweden/Arts/Design

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Cube Engineers Episode 32: The Quenchiest Avatar: The Last Airbender Cube Review with Usman Jamil
Q: What do you think about earthbending?
Earthbending has proven to be one of the most broadly applicable and mechanically interesting mechanics introduced, appealing to a wide range of decks and strategies.
Cube Engineers Episode 32: The Quenchiest Avatar: The Last Airbender Cube Review with Usman Jamil
Q: What are your thoughts on waterbending?
Waterbending has been designed to allow for varied utility and engages players creatively, making it one of the stronger mechanics despite initial reservations.
Cube Engineers Episode 30: Hosting Cube Events Large and Small with Dinrovahorror
Q: What suggestions do you have for someone submitting their cube for an event?
First, ensure it is on Cube Cobra and provide clear, memorable details to make it stand out.
Cube Engineers Episode 30: Hosting Cube Events Large and Small with Dinrovahorror
Q: What are the main factors when choosing a venue for the Shoebox event?
Affordability, ease of travel, and accessibility for attendees are key considerations.
Cube Engineers Episode 30: Hosting Cube Events Large and Small with Dinrovahorror
Q: What aspects change when hosting a larger event as opposed to smaller ones?
Larger events require more delegation of tasks and bringing in a team of experts to handle different aspects.

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What is Cube Engineers about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A design-forward deep-dive into Magic: The Gathering Cube, with emphasis on set design, testing, and how crossovers and licensing influence drafting environments. Episodes frequently explore how new sets—ranging from crossover themes like Avatar and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to nostalgia-driven cubes—affect archetypes, balance, and play experiences. The hosts share testing results, card evaluations, and practical tuning tips for building engaging, fun cubes, often featuring guest perspectives from seasoned cube designers and event organizers. The show stands out for its hands-on, craft-focused approach to cube construction, its willingness to discuss design trade-offs, and its openness to experimental formats and collaborations with lice... more

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2. Greg Cortazzo
3. Andy Mangold
4. Dom Harvey
5. Gaytransmulldrifter (Arlo)
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7. Usman Jamil
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