"This is a fun card." - VillainTheory In this episode of Winning Hand, Boomguy and Villain Theory discuss their experiences with various Marvel Champions heroes, including Fantomex, Nightcrawler, and Iceman. They delve into the mechanics and design of these characters, sharing their thoughts on what works and what doesn't. The conversation also tou…

"Hulk is one of our top selling heroes." - Caleb Grace In this episode of the People's Podcast, Boomguy and Leethus sit down with Caleb Grace, the senior card game designer at Fantasy Flight Games, to discuss his journey in game design, his favorite heroes in Marvel Champions, and the intricacies of character design. Caleb shares insights into the …

"We have people in Singapore that listen." - Boomguy We are celebrating our 50th episode, and welcoming back one of the founding fathers of the podcast, Kaeko! He joins us to talk about the king of Player Side Schemes, Build Support. "I'm excited to be back!" - Kaeko In this milestone episode 50 of the Winning Hand podcast, Boomguy, Lazy Titan, Lee…

"This is a good card and wins." - LazyTitan In this episode of the People's Podcast, the hosts discuss the new Marvel Champions card, Kid Omega, provided by Fantasy Flight Games. They explore the card's abilities, speculate on the character's backstory, analyze the artwork, and discuss the thematic elements and power of the card. The conversation i…

"This is the People's Podcast." - Boomguy In this episode of the People's Podcast, the hosts delve into the intricacies of Magneto's hero card and the newly revealed Magnetic Bubble card. They discuss the mechanics, thematic elements, and artistic representation of the cards, while also engaging in light-hearted banter about the character's history…

"There is nothing scarier than putting Christmas decorations up before Halloween." - Leethus In this episode, the hosts discuss the transition to video format for their podcast, the replayability of Marvel Champions as ranked on Board Game Geek, and engage with fan emails about potential expansions, particularly focusing on the Maximum Carnage stor…

In this episode, the hosts discuss the recent announcement of the Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. campaign for Marvel Champions, exploring the implications of the new characters and mechanics introduced. They delve into the silhouettes of potential new heroes, engaging in speculation about their identities and roles within the game. The conversation also hi…

In this episode we go are over the moon to talk about Moon Girl, the basic ally card. Is the card good? Maybe. Is Moon Girl a fun character? Almost certainly. We are looking for feedback from the community that listens to this show, so please get in touch to let us know what you think of the podcast, and please take time to rate and review us on Ap…

This time, Boomguy welcomes Andyr to the show to discuss a newer card in the card pool. People say Boomguy doesn't like new cards, so Take That! Join us as we discuss Valkyrie, what it's like to be a celebrity, and Andyr's new realization that social media exists. Here is Andyr's deck for the episode: https://marvelcdb.com/deck/view/748440 We are l…

In this special bonus episode, we welcome Tony Fanchi, one of the principal designers of Marvel Champions LCG, to the show! Big thanks to Tony for taking the time to speak with us. We also have a spoiler card for the upcoming Nightcrawler hero pack, so stay tuned to the end of the podcast (41:00) to listen to us discuss the new card. You can see al…

In this episode, Boomguy welcomes ScarletRhodey onto the show to discuss the aggression ally, Wasp! We talk lore, size-changing family trees, and what makes Wasp such an endearing character. But will Boomguy fall for it? And will he end up enjoying aggression, or stay true to protection? Find out in the episode! Here is ScarletRhodey's deck for the…

In this episode we return home to the comforts of the classic core set card, Avengers Mansion. But things look a little different since the Age of Apocalypse. It feels different too. Does the card hold up? Apologies to everyone for some slight audio issues we had while recording! We are looking for feedback from the community that listens to this s…

In this special bonus episode, we welcome MJ Newman, formerly of Fantasy Flight Games, who helped to design and play test a number of products within Marvel Champions. We hope you enjoy this bonus episode where we discuss the designs she provided to the game, some designs that didn't see the light of day, her love of Arkham Horror, and what she is …

Boomguy welcomes back Astrodar and Josseroo to discuss this early-wave justice staple. But is it still good? Is it worth its weight in gold, and how much does it actually weigh? We are looking for feedback from the community that listens to this show, so please get in touch to let us know what you think of the podcast, and please take time to rate …

In this episode, Boomguy welcomes Bendrix on the episode to discuss a really unique card from Phoenix's identify specific cards. What do we think? Find out in the episode! Here is an awesome deck to showcase the card by an excellent deckbuilder: https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/35074/phoenix-is-a-beast-master-1.0 We are looking for feedback from…

In this episode we order a long espresso and welcome Amerikano to the show! Longtime co-host of the Marvel Champions Monthly podcast, Amerikano stepped away last year to refocus on other things. We discuss which Spider-Man suit is the best, why protection is the best aspect, and await more hot takes from Leethus! Here is the Con of Heroes print and…

In this episode we discuss Vivian, who is a very versatile and powerful ally. Is she the best? Maybe. Is she fun? Maybe. Do most Vision players single her out as Vision's best card? Very likely. Join Boomguy, Leethus, and LazyTitan as we wrap up our month-long series on Vision and his kit! Here is the legendary Tonee Tales' classic Vivian deck: htt…

In this episode, the pod crew discusses another Vision card, and we compare it to Sunfire and Phased Strike, and decide which is the best way to discard nasty attachments. We also go on a tangent about Agent Venom, and try to decide if androids dream of electric sheep. Enjoy! Here is a random Vision deck to use Phase Disruption with: https://marvel…

In this episode the pod discusses the versatile event card, Solar Beam, and we muse on the nature of thwarting as an abstraction, Vision's family, and wonder if synthezoids have lungs. Join us as we continue our deep dive on Vision! Here is Boomguy's Captain America deck discussed in the episode: https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/38720/cap-in-a-f…

This month we are doing another 4-episode deep dive! It's our first hero deep dive, and we hope to do more of these in the future. This month will be all about everyone's favorite Android hero. We will spend the next four episodes dissecting different cards in his hero kit and give a holistic review of the character in Marvel Champions LCG. Vision …

In this episode, Boomguy welcomes two new guests to the show to discuss the Guardian ally that nobody has ever heard about: Starhawk! We reflect yet again on the recent (and very excellent Con of Heroes), talk about why Astrodar likes Starhawk so much, and why Josserroo's favorite band is really his 30 favorite bands. Here is the link for the givea…

Boomguy is guiding his trusty sidekick Leethus along in this podcast to discuss a new leadership card. So suit up and strap in, it's going to be a good one! We are looking for feedback from the community that listens to this show, so please get in touch to let us know what you think of the podcast, and please take time to rate and review us on Appl…

In this episode we recap the Con of Heroes 2024 and discuss the cards, the events, the people, and the decks we met along the way! If you're interested in more information, see here: https://conofheroes.com/ Here are the Print and Play files if you want to play the con cards at home: https://conofheroes.com/print-and-play/ We are looking for feedba…

In this episode, the pod crew reflects on the first year of the podcast, our favorite cards and episodes of the first 32. We talk about some of the upcoming changes to the podcast, we talk about the card of the day, and Kaeko shares some big news! We also discuss Con of Heroes preparation: https://mcm-podcast.com/2024/03/07/con-of-heroes-2024-go-ah…

In this episode, we bring back a beloved friend of the pod, Leethus. We talk about Gauntlet Gun! We discuss how much this card should cost, if it's even any good, and Leethus has a hot take about Hit and Run. Here is LazyTitan's deck for the episode: AIRPOWER https://marvelcdb.com/deck/view/699607?deck_name=AIRPOWER Don't forget to listen to the ne…

Today we finally take the big step to wade into (see what I did there?) the 'Pool aspect, and we go right into the deep end (get it?). This new 5th aspect is a source of division among players, but we take a balanced view of the card pool (we aren't done with the puns). Will we be excited for this pool party, or or is pink so last year? Find out in…

In this episode we discuss the (to us) divisive card that is Ms. Marvel's signature ally, we touch on the 'Pool aspect, find out which heroes Boomguy has still not played (it's more than you think), all while we have a special guest to join us! Here is LazyTitan's deck for the episode: Wiggle Like Water We are looking for feedback from the communit…

In this episode the pod sees a red (or is it green?) mist and does nothing but ready, attack, ready, attack, ready, and attack. Who would have thought killing everything in sight could be this fun? This is LazyTitan’s favorite deck of all time: https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/32496/90-degrees-of-righteousness-1.0 We are looking for feedback fro…

In the final installment of Love Month, we discuss a recent card from the first wave of X-Men, and wonder: why aren't team-up cards better? How could they be better, and what do we want from them in the future? Here is LazyTitan's deck for the card: https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/35144/spin-the-wheel-1.0 We are looking for feedback from the co…

In this episode, the pod continues their discussion about Love Month, our ode to romantically-inclined team-up cards across the game. Additionally, we may bring up web-shooters as an analogy for erectile dysfunction, but maybe we won't! Who know. We also discuss some awesome community resources, which are all linked below! Here is LazyTitan's deck …

Boomguy is still sick, Kaeko has a cat, and we are diving deeper into Love Month! Gambit and Rogue are hooking up, and we are here for it. Join us as we french kiss another team-up card! Here is LazyTitan's deck for the episode: https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/35145/beauty-and-thieves-1.0 We are looking for feedback from the community that list…

In this episode, Boomguy fights through being sick to record like the hero that he is! We begin our deep dive into the theme for February, which is "Love Month"...where we discuss team-up cards every week of this month. Today we discuss tiny things, giant things, and love between insects. Here is LazyTitan's deck for the episode: https://marvelcdb.…

In this episode, Kaeko and Boomguy discuss what they have been playing lately, why the Captain Marvel movie was so boring, who Kaeko's favorite hero in the game is, and what they think about the signature ally Ms. Marvel! Here is LazyTitan's deck for the episode: https://marvelcdb.com/decklist/view/35147/captain-marvel-needs-a-gun-1.0 We are lookin…

In this episode, we discuss an Aggression favorite, Bring It! We are joined by The Brandt to discuss the card, how he dreamed up the famous Vision the Intangible Minion Collector deck, and why Vision is everyone's favorite android hero. LazyTitan has a great time discussing a card he loves in the aspect he loves! Here is LazyTitan's deck for the ep…

In this episode, the pod crew discusses the card of the day, says nice things about some heroes that need a little love, give out gifts, and announce the winner of the Great X-Mas Giveaway of 2023! Here is LazyTitan’s deck for the episode: Go Faster lol Here are the 4 winning decks we discussed in this episode: Colossus gets technical Psionic Redir…

In this episode, we discuss the classic core set card Daredevil, and wonder how he's doing these days. We definitely remember him being better, right? Is old age getting to him, or have newer cards blinded us to his gifts? Here is the link for the big X-Mas giveaway: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1J5kvd8pWQBTeWNq8EfuhYnH3QTkgWurah3C0pnbe6HM/edit …

In this episode, the pod weighs in on the timeless debate of mechanics vs. thematics in deckbuilding, what resource card is best for Beast to target, and where Hank's arm went. We also welcome Nelson as a special guest. It is time to discuss the genius himself, Beast! Here is LazyTitan's deck for the episode: Just play more allies lol (it's that ea…

In this episode, the pod talks about the mental aspect of doing damage, deck archetypes, and frisbee golf as we talk about one of the more disruptive cards to be released in a while. Here is LazyTitan's deck for the episode: Apotheosis We are looking for feedback from the community that listens to this show, so please get in touch to let us know wh…

In this episode, the pod discusses all things S.H.I.E.L.D. with the Sky-Destroyer, Nelson joins us from Nelson All Over, we debate our favorite player counts, and share what hero packs we want to see most of all from the designers going forward! Here is LazyTitan's deck for the episode: S.H.I.E.L.D. (but in the future) Find Nelson here: Nelson All …

In today's pod, featured guest VillainTheory stops by to share his thoughts on a new card from the Next Evolution expansion. We discuss his new content expansion, what deck he's most proud of, and why Fantomex has Doctor Octupus arms. Or does he? Tune in to find out! You can find VillainTheory at his YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@V…

In this episode the pod announces the winner of the recent giveaway, and we talk about everyone's favorite Inhuman hero: Ms. Marvel, a.k.a. Kamala Khan! As promised, here is the promo art version of her hero card. Here is LazyTitan's deck: Side Schemes are Not Allowed We are looking for feedback from the community that listens to this show, so plea…

Episode 15 is here, and things are taking a dark turn as we learn that Kaeko has been kidnapped and taken to the evil lair of the Critical Encounters podcast. Not all is lost, however, as we still manage to enjoy a great show with Verdaen from Critical Encounters--and he comes bearing gifts! The end of the episode features the details on our first …

The pod discusses Silk, her Silk-sense, and her arachno-nymphomania with Peter Parker (yeah, it gets weird). Plus, we answer a question from a listener. What are your thoughts on Silk? Get in touch and let us know! Check out LazyTitan's deck for Silk here: Spider Swarm We are looking for feedback from the community that listens to this show, so ple…

In this episode the pod discuss a new direction for Alliance cards, and dig into some questions we've gotten from folks in the community! One of the questions was around what we use for storage, so here is what Boomguy uses: For player cards - Champion Box For villains/modular sets and heroes - BCW Collectible Card Bin Want to see this card in acti…

In this episode of the pod, the crew discusses Gandalf and the Lord of the Rings, art design, Samuel L. Jackson, and the value of an ally you can throw in front of a bus. Don't miss us talking about a core set card that we all know and love: Nick Fury! Check out the discussion on art design for Marvel Champions Come see LazyTitan's deck featuring N…

In this episode, the pod discusses the relative merits of self-destructing by adding more side schemes in order to draw cards. Will it work, or will it blow up in our faces? The only way to find out is to listen to the episide! Here is LazyTitan's deck for the episode: Never a good night's sleep Find us: Email: winninghandpodcast@gmail.com Insta: @…

In this episode, the crew discusses the expansive world of the Spider-Verse, spider monkeys, our favorite spiders, and the new spider movie! Check out LazyTitan's deck: Spider-Jam Find us: Email: winninghandpodcast@gmail.com IG: @winninghandpodcast Discord: Boomguy57 | LazyTitan421 | Kaeko64 Reddit: @therealboomguy57…

In this episode, the pod crew discusses meat shields, Spider-Punk, the unpredictable nature of gamma allies, and LazyTitan continues his quest to coin the phrase "the gentleman's thwart". Will that phrase catch on? Find out in episode 9 of Winning Hand! Here is the deck from this episode, made by LazyTitan: Rock 'em, Sock 'em Metal Man Here is the …

In this episode, the pod crew discusses glass cannons, Kaeko's love of Hulk, and LazyTitan introduces us to the idea of the "gentleman's thwart". You won't want to miss this episode of Winning Hand! Here is LazyTitan's deck for Rocket Raccoon! Find us: Email: winninghandpodcast@gmail.com IG: @winninghandpodcast Discord: Boomguy57 | LazyTitan421 | K…

In this episode of Winning Hand, the pod discusses the 0-cost protection upgrade Pinned Down, LazyTitan gets a new nickname, and we settle the debate on which aspect is the best. Don't miss it! Email us: winninghandpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @winninghandpodcast Decks: Here is Boomguy’s Pinned Down deck using Vision! Here is LazyTitan's Pinned Dow…