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Magic Numbers

Sierkovitz
Magic: the Gathering
Limited Format
Drafting Strategies
17 Lands
Card Evaluation
Data Analysis
17lands
Tarkir Dragonstorm
Modern Horizons 3
Drafting Strategy
Avatar: the Last Airbender
Lorwyn Eclipsed
Draft Strategies
Metagame Evolution
Card Analysis
Mardu
Final Fantasy
Timur
Negative Space Win Rates
Openness

Magic Numbers is a podcast about Limited format in Magic: the Gathering. The idea is to use data to try to crack current format, or try to answer longstanding questions in Magic and by answering the questions making the listeners better at drafting, deckbuilding and general strategy. The target audience is intermediate to advanced players, but rest assured, determined beginners will also find usef... more

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Latest Episodes

New set is almost there, so it is time for my eccentric, deck-centric set review with the ever changing but ever wise Skeleton Crew. This time we have Zach Kagan and Tresio and we dive into out hopes and aspirations for the Secrets of Strixhaven set.... more

No graphs in this seminar but we are looking at something that will help you in every format you play and, who knows, potentially also in your non-magic part of life. Today we look at some cognitive theory and find ways our own brain tries to make us... more

Everything Pizza decks are the open secret of the TMT draft format. Some streamers chain one 5 color deck after another. And there is a good reason for that. Since it has not been covered by any podcasts, the top cards for the archetype, including it... more

Even with only 5 supported color pairs, some cards are not universally good. And after learning about the best cards in the last episode, figuring out the ones that have only one good home is important. We can fool ourselves by looking at the generic... more

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Recent Guests

Jason Ye
Guest on the show contributing deck-building insights
Episode: #177: Draft deck skeletons for TMT with the Skeleton Crew
Zach K
A long-time limited player and sometimes content creator.
Episode: #174: Lorwyn Eclipsed Draft skeletons with the Skeleton Crew
Zach Kagan
Magic player and previous podcast host
Episode: #164: Spider-Man draft deck skeletons with the Skeleton Crew
Sam Pratt
A noted limited grinder and podcaster
Rough Drafts Podcast
Episode: #162: Breaking the format with Sam Pratt
Jake Browne
Magic: The Gathering player and writer
Episode: #145: Aetherdrift Draft Skeletons with the Skeleton Crew
Alex Kortakolls
Streamer, podcaster, coach, and limited guru
Episode: #132 - BLB set re-review with Chord_o_Calls
Shivam Bhatt
Specialist in casual Magic and a member of the Commander Advisory Group.
Episode: #130 - Causal Magic with Shivam Bhatt
Jason Iltg
Competitive Magic player with a strong record, added insights on card synergies and archetypes
Episode: #127 - Draft archetype analysis for Bloomburrow with the Skeleton Crew
Alex Kordakos
Popular Magic: the Gathering streamer and card evaluator
Episode: #126 - MH3 set re-review with Chord_o_Calls

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 72 ratings
  • Gold standard for data in limited Magic

    The best source for how to use data to understand and improve your limited Magic game.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sake Fan
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great show

    Much more fun than a podcast about stats has any right being

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChairmanAu
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Excellent Podcast for Data Review and Interpretation

    I listen to all of the major Limited Podcasts: LR, LOL, Limited Level-Ups etc. and this podcast really stands out to me as being an excellent source of information to level up ones drafting ability and understanding of Limited Magic.

    I really appreciate the objective communication of the data as I find that some creators share subjective experiences and tend to list more towards hype and hyperbole which can be misleading in the instances that their takes end up being incorrect or overstated. W... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Real Jack Middleton
    Canada2 years ago
  • Deep and insightful

    Limited focused mtg podcast drawing on 17 lands data, with a light touch

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    londonpodfan
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Excellent hard data break-down. The host manages to make very dry information interesting and engaging. I never miss an episode.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Don G.
    3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Guests bring diverse perspectives that enrich analyses and keep episodes engaging.
Vertices deep dives into archetype performance are consistently helpful for improving play.
Content is rigorous and data-first, a refreshing contrast to hype-heavy takes.
Shows high-quality data-driven drafting insights that are practical and actionable.

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#83
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#4
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Apple Podcasts
#25
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#37
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Apple Podcasts
#108
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#115
Finland/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#176: Right Cards for Right Decks, ECL Edition
Q: How should 17 lands be used in a format where synergy and finding an open typal lane is so important versus individual card power?
The best way to use 17 Lands is to watch the episode, look at the data provided, or consult the slides for win rates in color pairs, rather than relying on it during the draft.
#171: 16Lands Data
Q: What is the answer to Nate W's question about how many Lost Days are too many?
Up to three copies of Lost Days are generally fine, as decks with two or three copies have good win rates despite some caveats.
#161: Right homes for right cards in EOE draft (based on 17Lands data)
Q: How to recognize good cards from those that are piggybacking early in the format?
The drop in wind rate of cards piggybacking is more dramatic than that of genuinely good cards.
#147: Right homes for Aetherdrift cards in draft
Q: Have you got any tips on how to use 17lands.com to get better at drafting apart from looking at the win rate of the cards?
Approach the data with specific questions based on your experiences in the format, rather than exploring it without a clear hypothesis.
#143: Birthday Q & A
Q: What is the most common mistake people make when looking at 17 Lands data?
People often look for simple answers to complex questions and don't understand the context or variations in data metrics.

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This show centers on Limited format in Magic: the Gathering, using data-driven analysis to understand drafting, deck-building, and strategic decision-making. Episodes frequently dissect draft archetypes, color-pair viability, and win-rate trends across sets, often highlighting practical takeaways for optimizing color lanes, archetypes, and deck construction. Notable for its data-first approach, it frequently features guest voices who contribute deep dives on limited formats, archetype interactions, and set-specific power dynamics, making it valuable for listeners who want to level up their drafting and deck-building through evidence-based discussion.

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1. Jason Ye
2. Zach K
3. Zach Kagan
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5. Jake Browne
6. Alex Kortakolls
7. Shivam Bhatt
8. Jason Iltg

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