Is Magic the Gathering Ready To Be Replaced By Flesh And Blood?

Welcome to the first Episode of the Fabled Academy Podcast! Today, I’m thrilled to be joined by none other than Simon Nielsen, Magic Player of the Year Season 2022-2023. We’re diving deep into the world of competitive trading card games, comparing Magic: The Gathering and Flesh and Blood, while exploring Simon’s journey balancing these games at the highest level. Let’s get started!

Guest: Simon Nielsen

Host: Alexander Römisch

Quotes from the Podcast

I can’t stop thinking about Flesh and Blood; it feels fresh and exciting.
— Simon Nielsen, 07:51
 I’ve been saying that Magic is my job, Flesh and Blood is my hobby.
— Simon Nielsen, 09:57
2025 is perfectly set up to balance Magic and Flesh and Blood tournaments.
— Simon Nielsen, 18:49
Skipping preparation time for Magic impacts not only me but my team.
— Simon Nielsen, 30:18
I do not consider Worlds to be a World Championship because it just isn’t.
— Simon Nielsen, 36:02

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