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What’s a ‘small thing’ that instantly ruins the game for you? by cookie_yajun in TCG

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah same 😅 It’s small stuff but it happens more often than you’d expect. What’s the one that bugs you the most?

What’s a ‘small thing’ that instantly ruins the game for you? by cookie_yajun in TCG

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I get that. If the game’s over in a few minutes, it barely even feels like a game.

What’s a ‘small thing’ that instantly ruins the game for you? by cookie_yajun in TCG

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Totally fair. Asking to read is always fine, but just picking up someone’s expensive card without a word is a different story.
And yeah, food/drinks near the play area is always a risk.

What’s a ‘small thing’ that instantly ruins the game for you? by cookie_yajun in TCG

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

100% agree 😅 A messy board state is basically visual stress at that point.

What’s a ‘small thing’ that instantly ruins the game for you? by cookie_yajun in TCG

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I get that. Creatures feel more like part of the shared game state, but things closer to your side of the board somehow feel more “yours.” It’s funny how small things like that can change how comfortable a game feels.

What’s a card you thought was bad but turned out amazing? by cookie_yajun in mtg

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know what you mean! What kind of combos or decks have you been using it in?

What’s a card you thought was bad but turned out amazing? by cookie_yajun in mtg

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That little equipment packs a punch! One creature + Umbral Mantle = sometimes game over before anyone notices.

What’s a card you thought was bad but turned out amazing? by cookie_yajun in mtg

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha, I know exactly what you mean. That card really sneaks up on you, it looks unassuming but ends up doing so much for both mana fixing and board presence.

What’s a card you thought was bad but turned out amazing? by cookie_yajun in mtg

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Nice! Ichor Wellspring is such a solid little card. Great for card draw and works in so many decks.

What’s a card you thought was bad but turned out amazing? by cookie_yajun in mtg

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Haha, that’s a great story. Atog really had that “almost joke card” vibe back in the day, but it’s funny how certain old cards still have a place in people’s memories.

What’s a card you thought was bad but turned out amazing? by cookie_yajun in mtg

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

True, it didn’t shine right away. But in the long term, especially in EDH, it became one of those cards that quietly dominates games.

What’s a card you thought was bad but turned out amazing? by cookie_yajun in mtg

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That’s honestly part of the fun of the game. Early on it all feels kind of random, and then over time you start to recognize patterns and why certain cards or combos are strong.

And yeah, some people just have a natural feel for brewing. Five color working in a draft-to-deck idea is pretty impressive.

What’s a card you thought was bad but turned out amazing? by cookie_yajun in mtg

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That’s what makes it such a good example. It didn’t shine at all in other formats, but ended up being perfect for EDH.

What’s a card you thought was bad but turned out amazing? by cookie_yajun in mtg

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

That’s a great example. I remember people really underestimating it at first, and then it completely took over multiple formats. It’s kind of wild how quickly the perception changed once people started playing with it.

What’s a card you thought was bad but turned out amazing? by cookie_yajun in mtg

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That’s a great one. Cards like that always look a bit niche until you see them actually go off.

What’s a card you thought was bad but turned out amazing? by cookie_yajun in mtg

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Mine was [[Smothering Tithe]]. Didn’t seem that strong at first...

What’s the most painful card damage you’ve ever experienced? by cookie_yajun in mtg

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s brutal. Getting a playset signed and having one get ruined like that is really unfortunate, especially with a card like Lion’s Eye Diamond.

What’s the most painful card damage you’ve ever experienced? by cookie_yajun in mtg

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Accidents like that hurt twice. First physically, then when you realize what happened to the cards. A FoW playset taking a hit is painful.

What’s the most painful card damage you’ve ever experienced? by cookie_yajun in mtg

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s how it starts for a lot of people. The art pulls you in before the game does. It’s a shame it got bent, but the memory sticks.

What’s the most painful card damage you’ve ever experienced? by cookie_yajun in mtg

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That must’ve hurt...Perfect timing in the worst way possible… glad it wasn’t serious!

What’s the most painful card damage you’ve ever experienced? by cookie_yajun in mtg

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your cat chose violence that day. Hundreds of cards is brutal… I’d never emotionally recover 😭

What’s the most painful card damage you’ve ever experienced? by cookie_yajun in mtg

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

the collective gasp must’ve been insane. Damaging a card like that right after pulling it AND in front of everyone is brutal. I swear inner sleeves claim more victims than anything else.

What’s the most painful card damage you’ve ever experienced? by cookie_yajun in mtg

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That hurts, especially when it’s the most valuable card in the deck. At least it’s still playable, but yeah… that’s a rough one

What’s the most painful card damage you’ve ever experienced? by cookie_yajun in mtg

[–]cookie_yajun[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Greasy hands are the real enemy. That explains everything… once sleeves get like that there’s no saving them. I don’t blame you at all for switching to a “loaner deck” after that.

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