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The Social Contract EDH Podcast @socialcontractedh.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

Hey frands! We are on a recording pause for a minute while Mike deals with some family issues. In the meantime, here is an Mike and Judge Alex @lapper.gay recorded looking back at the Ice Age... block(?) and how these cards fit the social contract for EDH now. We hope to resume normal schedule soon!

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EDHREC @edhrec.com · 21/10/2025

ICYMI: Wizards just announced some updates to the Bracket system, and SEVERAL cards are coming off the Game Changers list. #EDH #Commander #EDHREC #Brackets edhrec.com/articles/wiz...

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Wizards of the Coast Commander Brackets Update for October 2025 | EDHREC

Changes in bracket power level and removal of iconic cards from the Game Changers list top off this update to the Commander Brackets System.

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EDHREC @edhrec.com · 13/10/2025

Are you ready to see the Saltiest cards of 2025? We're breaking down the top 15 cards, top 15 NEW cards, and throwing in the saltiest sets as a treat. Get some water ready, cuz you're gonna need it. #EDH #Commander #EDHREC #Salt2025 edhrec.com/articles/sal...

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Salt 2025 Scores Are Here! | EDHREC

Time for the results of the 2025 EDHREC Salt Voting! It's the saltiest cards of the year, and we're throwing in the saltiest sets, as a treat.

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Nick, Storm’s Crow @nicnax96.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Mono-Red…Stax. That’s right we are embracing a bit of our evil side with a new card from the PlayStation Secret Lair. Kratos, God of War. @playstation.com edhrec.com/articles/kra...

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Kratos, God of War Commander Deck Tech | EDHREC

Kratos, God of War punishes your opponents when they don't attack. So let's make sure they can't, with some Stax effects.

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The Social Contract EDH Podcast @socialcontractedh.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

❤️ Hug them or hurt them? ☠️ What is the best strategy at the #EDH table? And in what order? Whether your goal is to avoid hard time in the slammer or at the table, the Axelrod tournament strategies will prove useful. Maybe we can get Mike and Judge Alex @lapper.gay out of the Prisoner's Dilemma!

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EDHREC @edhrec.com · 01/10/2025

Is it Bolasy to respond to your Commander pod's playstyle by building a Stax deck? More importantly, is it healthy for the pod? @amithebolcast.bsky.social has some thoughts. #EDH #Commander #EDHREC #AMItheBolas

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Am I the Bolas? - Slowing Games Down | EDHREC

Is it Bolasy to respond to your Commander pod's playstyle by building a Stax deck? More importantly, is it healthy for the pod?

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EDHREC @edhrec.com · 01/10/2025

Despite all the sets being released in Magic, there are still many underexplored themes in Commander. @nicnax96.bsky.social breaks down his favorites here. #EDH #Commander #EDHREC #CMDR

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5 Commander Themes I Wish Had More Support | EDHREC

Despite all the sets being released in Magic, there are still many underexplored themes in Commander. Nick breaks down his favorites.

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EDHREC @edhrec.com · 29/09/2025

EDHREC 2025 Salt Voting is LIVE! Head to our site to show these mean old cards how you really feel about them. #EDH #Commander #EDHREC #AngerIssues edhrec.com/salt

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The Social Contract EDH Podcast @socialcontractedh.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

Don't trade life for sand! ⌛ Join Mike and Judge Alex @lapper.gay for a fascinating social #MTG discussion with "noted computer vagrant" John Labelle @airza.bsky.social Let's learn the good, the bad, and the ugly #EDH deals from the best!

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EDHREC @edhrec.com · 22/09/2025

In one week, it's time to spill the salt. Are you ready? #EDH #EDHREC #Commander #Salt

EDHREC salt score voting returns September 29th.

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The Social Contract EDH Podcast @socialcontractedh.bsky.social · 13/09/2025

Spider-Man, Spider-Man, helps whoever a spider can! Join Mike and Judge Alex @lapper.gay as they discuss the friendlier (and less friendly) sides of your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man in the #MTGxSpider-Man #EDH social set review!

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EDHREC @edhrec.com · 08/09/2025

Marvel's Spider-Man just revealed a new card, Cheering Crowd, which has the potential to find a home in many Group Hug Commander decks. Let's see what @unsummonedskull.bsky.social has to say about the card's potential. #EDH #Commander #MTGxSpiderMan #MTGSPM

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Marvel's Spider-Man Has a Powerful New Group Hug Card | EDHREC

Marvel's Spider-Man just revealed a new card, Cheering Crowd, which has the potential to find a home in many Group Hug Commander decks.

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EDHREC @edhrec.com · 29/08/2025

Today's EDHREC Commander of the Day cares about voting and gives you benefits depending on how opponents vote. Too bad he doesn't actually initiate any voting himself. It's Erestor of the Council from the LOTR precons, who leads 442 decks, ranked 1,795. #EDH #Commander #EDHREC #LOTR

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The Social Contract EDH Podcast @socialcontractedh.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

What goes up (into space) 🌌 must come down (in a fiery crash landing)! 💥 Join Mike and Judge Alex @lapper.gay as we finally reach the edge of #MTGEOE and witness incredible social phenomena in red, green, colorless, and multicolored #EDH cards. That's one giant group slug for all mankind!

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The Social Contract EDH Podcast @socialcontractedh.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

Let's travel to the #EDH social galaxy and send down a Lander. Join Mike and Judge Alex @lapper.gay as we explore the final frontier of social Magic! We're covering the new rules as well as white, blue, and black Edge of Eternities cards. Join us for the first group hug in space! 🪐 #MTGEOE

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The Social Contract EDH Podcast @socialcontractedh.bsky.social · 19/07/2025

What are the most powerful words in #MTG? Of course the answer is "can't"! But what about the next ten? Winning, losing, not paying costs... or perhaps paying more? Join Mike and Judge Alex as we draft some of the most powerful words and mechanics in Magic! #EDH

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The Social Contract EDH Podcast @socialcontractedh.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

Cutting #MTG cards is the hardest part... especially when those cards have been in your #EDH deck for years! In this episode, Mike kills his darlings and we discuss why you may want to do the same. Have you been forced to take your favorite cards out of your decks? What cards will you never remove?

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EDHREC @edhrec.com · 25/06/2025

Alejandro builds a Pauper Commander deck that matches any power level through theft, with Zidane, Tantalus Thief. #Commander #pEDH #Pauper edhrec.com/articles/pau...

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Pauper Commander - Zidane, Tantalus Thief | EDHREC

Alejandro builds a Pauper Commander deck that matches any power level through theft, with Zidane, Tantalus Thief.

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The Social Contract EDH Podcast @socialcontractedh.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

It's time to gear up for the final boss. We can't believe how many cool colorless and multicolored FINAL FANTASY #EDH social cards we found! Stay tuned all the way to the end to hear Mike talk about the #MTGxFF cards that brought back memories and touched his heart!

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The Social Contract EDH Podcast @socialcontractedh.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

Mike cast Supernova and it's finally resolving! Join Mike and Judge Alex @lapper.gay as we loot the most exciting and interesting FINAL FANTASY #MTGxFF social cards in black, red, and green! And what's Mike doing with that Assault Suit this time? #EDH

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The Social Contract EDH Podcast @socialcontractedh.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

It's finally Mike's time to gush over the #MTGxFinalFantasy #EDH social set review! Join Mike and Judge Alex @lapper.gay for a walk down memory lane, a rules lesson, and some of the coolest social FINAL FANTASY #MTG cards in white and blue!

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EDHREC @edhrec.com · 21/05/2025

This week on Am I the Bolas? is a double whammy, as we talk about "mean" commanders, as well as the consequences of breaking deals in Commander. @amithebolcast.bsky.social #EDH #Commander edhrec.com/articles/am-...

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Am I The Bolas? - Burning Your Word | EDHREC

This week is a double whammy, as we talk about "mean" commanders, as well as the consequences of breaking deals in Commander.

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The Social Contract EDH Podcast @socialcontractedh.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

Last month, the #MTG Commander Format Panel announced an update to the bans and gamechangers lists. How did you feel at the time? How do you feel now, one month later? Join Mike and Judge Alex as we talk about the new #EDH updates and what the future might hold!

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EDHREC @edhrec.com · 12/05/2025

This Kefka, Court Mage deck tech is almost certain to bring pain and despair to many a table by being almost impossible to predict. #Commander #MagicxFinalFantasy edhrec.com/articles/gro...

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Group-Slugging With Kefka, Court Mage | EDHREC

This Kefka, Court Mage deck tech is almost certain to bring pain and despair to many a table by being almost impossible to predict.

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EDHREC @edhrec.com · 09/05/2025

The color red was made for dealing damage. So let's lean into this strength and build a Group Slug Commander deck with Neheb, the Eternal. #EDH #Commander edhrec.com/articles/mak...

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Making a Group Slug Deck With Neheb, the Eternal | EDHREC

The color red was made for dealing damage. So let's lean into this strength and build a Group Slug Commander deck with Neheb, the Eternal.

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EDHREC @edhrec.com · 07/05/2025

What happens if someone in your playgroup doesn't like an aspect of Commander gameplay that you love? Let's talk table politics. #EDH #Commander edhrec.com/articles/am-...

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Am I The Bolas? - Highly Interactive Politics | EDHREC

What happens if someone in your playgroup doesn't like an aspect of Commander gameplay that you love? Let's talk table politics.

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The Social Contract EDH Podcast @socialcontractedh.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

What are the most wordy cards in all of EDH, and why are so many of them social? Join Mike and Judge Alex as they put on their reading glasses, squint, and open the dictionary on most complex wording in Magic! You'd be surprised just how many diamonds there are in the rough. Banlist episode soon!

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The Social Contract EDH Podcast @socialcontractedh.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

Secret Lair @mtgsecretlair.com x KEXP: You Are Not Alone Group hug secret lair! magic.wizards.com/en/news/anno...

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The Social Contract EDH Podcast @socialcontractedh.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

The Dragonstorm rolled in, and out flew a bevy of sociable dragons, intriguing modal removal, a demonstration(!), and of course, Ugin. What were your favorite group hug, group slug, stax, political, social, and symmetric cards from #MTG Tarkir: Dragonstorm? Join Mike and Alex as we discuss!

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The Social Contract EDH Podcast @socialcontractedh.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

We had huge news a couple weeks back with the @magic.wizards.com #EDH bracket system. What are the best parts of the bracket system? Where could improvements be made? What has your experience been? Where are your decks ranked? Join Mike and Alex as we discuss!

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The Social Contract EDH Podcast @socialcontractedh.bsky.social · 09/02/2025

Start your engines for an incredible #MTG set in #Aetherdrift. Join Mike and Alex as we talk about the social #EDH cards that really revved us up!

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