The Bolt Zone

Written by: Bolt the Bird
  • Summary

  • The Bolt Zone is a Magic: The Gathering podcast for competitive players who want to take their game to the next level. Join co-hosts Cody DeBos and Nathan Steuer for a deep dive into the latest deckbuilding strategies, gameplay tips, and metagame analysis. Come learn how to level up your play! To support the show, consider subscribing to our Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/boltthebird. We are proudly sponsored by Boogie Board, makers of The Ultimate LCD Life Pad. Say goodbye to crinkly notebooks. Learn more here: myboogieboard.com/games.
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Episodes
  • Episode 22: Comp. Event Testing with Team Odyssey
    Jun 15 2024

    Show Notes:

    This week, Cody is joined by members of Team Odyssey to discuss competitive testing and everything that goes on behind the scenes of a Pro Tour caliber testing team. Special thanks to Noah Rabin and Ethan Jones for sharing their insights.

    To support the show, consider subscribing to our Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/boltthebird.

    Check out our new line of merch at: https://www.boltthebirdmtg.com/shop!

    We’re thrilled to partner with Heavy Play to share their lineup of high-quality card gaming accessories. Check them out at https://heavyplay.com and use code BTB10 at checkout for a 10% discount!

    Interested in sponsoring the show? Want to be a guest? Please direct all inquiries to cody@boltthebirdmtg.com.

    Episode Links:

    -Follow Team Odyssey on Twitter/X: https://x.com/TeamOdysseyMTG

    -Follow Noah on Twitter: https://x.com/RabinNoah

    -Follow Ethan on Twitter: https://x.com/EthanJonesMtG

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Episode 21: Standard Meta Check-In and Violent Outburst Ban
    Mar 23 2024

    The Violent Outburst ban is shaking up Modern ahead of MH3. Meanwhile, Standard continues to evolve with new additions from MKM as RCQ season chugs along and RC’s arrive on the horizon. The boys break down what you should be doing in both formats.

    To support the show, consider subscribing to our Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/boltthebird.

    Check out our new line of merch at: https://www.boltthebirdmtg.com/shop!

    We’re thrilled to partner with Heavy Play to share their lineup of high-quality card gaming accessories. Check them out at https://heavyplay.com and use code BTB10 at checkout for a 10% discount!

    We’re also so excited to be partnering with TOA Magic. Check out their massive selection at https://toamagic.com/ and use code BOLTZONE at checkout to get 5% off ALL singles and sealed Magic products.

    Interested in sponsoring the show? Want to be a guest? Please direct all inquiries to cody@boltthebirdmtg.com.

    Episode Links:

    -Standard Metagame: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/metagame/standard#paper

    -New Modern Metagame: https://www.mtggoldfish.com/metagame/modern#paper

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    52 mins
  • Episode 20: Nathan’s Player Card & Pro Tour MKM Recap
    Mar 8 2024

    Show Notes:

    Nathan is back from the Pro Tour and is ready to talk about his World Champion card, Duelist of the Mind. Learn about how this card was created and how it will fit into constructed formats. We also dive into a recap of PT MKM and what decks ruled the weekend.

    To support the show, consider subscribing to our Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/boltthebird.

    Check out our new line of merch at: https://www.boltthebirdmtg.com/shop!

    We’re thrilled to partner with Heavy Play to share their lineup of high-quality card gaming accessories. Check them out at https://heavyplay.com and use code BTB10 at checkout for a 10% discount!

    We’re also so excited to be partnering with TOA Magic. Check out their massive selection at https://toamagic.com/ and use code BOLTZONE at checkout to get 5% off ALL singles and sealed Magic products.

    Interested in sponsoring the show? Want to be a guest? Please direct all inquiries to cody@boltthebirdmtg.com.

    Episode Links:

    -Nathan’s PT Phoenix Deck: https://melee.gg/Decklist/View/370995

    -Duelist of the Mind: https://scryfall.com/card/otj/45/duelist-of-the-mind

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    53 mins

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