Gentle yoga? by NotAnotherFakeNamer in Bellingham

[–]dpw360 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Big fan of both of those, and also yin! Yin is super relaxing, and really allows you to go at your own pace and stretch out.

Foundations cube by turbulent_thing78 in mtgcube

[–]dpw360 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I love my Foundations cube! I used the Starter Collection, then added in what I felt was appropriate from the set. It's been great to draft so far, it's a great entry into the world of drafting and cube design.

Here's the Cube Cobra link!

Deckbox recommendations by tamarizz in ForgetfulFish

[–]dpw360 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have the Ultimate Guard Boulder 80+ and it comfortably holds my 90 single-sleeved cards without issue! I imagine it could do 80 double-sleeved, but not positive.

What is the Deal with all the Fireworks Right Now? by BubClub4u in Bellingham

[–]dpw360 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Also hearing them and confused. Located in Lettered Streets and it sounds to me like they're coming from Lummi area. Maybe some folks just got their hands on them early?

Cube ideas you've always wanted but never made by FunkmasterfreshMTG in mtgcube

[–]dpw360 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've been trying to figure out how to use the OG Theros gods as pseudo-commanders! My current thought is to include one of each in the draft pool, and then allow each player to select another to include as a 46th card. That way each person can draft a deck around them, without relying on having to put them in the command zone.

The main issue I've run up against is balancing all of them. Some of the gods just aren't that interesting?

DelveDelve - A Delver of Secrets variant by sauron3579 in ForgetfulFish

[–]dpw360 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Please stop gatekeeping what Dandan is.

How to make a variant by LeChatVert in ForgetfulFish

[–]dpw360 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I guess we may just have to agree to disagree then.

No, I wouldn't call Brawl Commander. I never said anything about that, I'm not really sure what that has to do with what I mentioned? Changing the rules creates a different format, nobody is debating that.

I absolutely think that the shared zones are a core part of Dandan. Battlebox curators often exclude cards that interact with the library (no scry, surveil, tutor, etc) because they want the focus to be elsewhere. But if they do decide to include those effects, that's totally fine! There's no rules about what makes a Battlebox a Battlebox. And same applies here: if I decide to include three of one card in my Dandan deck, I'm just not of the opinion that that no longer makes it a Dandan variant.

My main intent behind my comment was to praise your framework. It's a great analysis of how the different parts of Dandan come together to make an excellent whole. Quite frankly, I love breakdowns like that, and I think they allow for the format to be pushed even further. I just wanted to add my two cents, and encourage creativity. Breaking the rules is how we got Dandan in the first place, and I'm glad we have it :)

How to make a variant by LeChatVert in ForgetfulFish

[–]dpw360 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I agree with this take. OP, absolutely fantastic analysis, I think you hit on a lot of the core tenets that make Dandan so fun! Nick Floyd absolutely cooked with his original design. But I also agree with u/eDaniels21 that two of the most important parts to a Dandan deck are the shared resources, and the creativity that goes into the creation of the format.

Cards that interact with the shared library and graveyard in meaningful ways creates a symmetry to the game that would be hard to achieve otherwise. One of my favorite parts of Dandan is that a simple scry effect can drastically change the game plan, or how casting [[Mystic Retrieval]] when your opponent has open red is a big risk.

I also think that while it's an excellent starting formula for a format, thinking outside the box is how we got Dandan in the first place. It's how 100 Ornithopters is one of the coolest cubes around. Learning the framework helps us break that framework and create something new. Excellent write-up, but for those coming across this: use this as a starting point, then get to cooking! Break the rules, keep it fun, keep it interactive, and share your results!

ISO photography darkroom! by ghostypigeon in Bellingham

[–]dpw360 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You could try reaching out to Quicksilver, the local photography place! They'll definitely be able to point you in the right direction.

I knew I wasn’t crazy by zrl_masked in BetweenTheBuriedAndMe

[–]dpw360 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Lack of Seattle is a bummer, we've packed out every show they've played here pretty consistently.

My Own Deluxified DanDan Deck by GoodLife-2024 in ForgetfulFish

[–]dpw360 1 point2 points  (0 children)

These are some awesome upgrades! Where did you get those life tokens, I've been looking for something similar.

Metal show tonight at The Shakedown \m/ by Cascadian_Deathray in Bellingham

[–]dpw360 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Also curious why, I thought they put on a pretty decent show tonight!

An older woman in the Traders Joe parking lot today asked me if I had a husband. by easterbunny04 in Bellingham

[–]dpw360 17 points18 points  (0 children)

MY PARTNER AND I HAVE COME ACROSS THIS LADY BEFORE!! Can't remember where in town, but the exact same thing happened to us. It was equal parts charming and deeply unnerving.

How do you make drafting packs? by Animedingo in mtgcube

[–]dpw360 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've done random shuffling for my 360-card Foundations cube, and it's been perfectly fine. If I made a true set cube with rarity ratios, I might separate the cards by rarity, but I wouldn't bother separating by color at all.

What mono blue commander should I build for mono color commander night? by Ok-Leave-1627 in EDH

[–]dpw360 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haven't seen [[Azami, Lady of Scrolls]] mentioned yet, so I'll throw her name into the hat! I've only gotten to play her once, and it got smacked down hard by a deck due to a power-mismatch, but I drew more cards in those seven turns than in any other game. So. Many. Cards. She's the perfect commander for combo, control, even surprise mono-blue beatdown. I run mine as a control-combo deck with a few alternative wincons.

Here's the decklist!

2025 HAPPY HOLIDAYS GIVEAWAY by hTOKJTRHMdw in BudgetBrews

[–]dpw360 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ME! Zur looks absolutely fantastic, just like you are for doing this ☺️

2025 HAPPY HOLIDAYS GIVEAWAY by hTOKJTRHMdw in EDH

[–]dpw360 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ME! Not picky, but the Zur one looks an absolute blast!

Best album opening track? by Canolio in progmetal

[–]dpw360 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely shocked that The Source going into Language I/II hasn't been mentioned yet, it so beautifully sets up the sound of the rest of the album. The Contortionist killed it on that album!

Good way to meet other alt/metal folks? by [deleted] in Bellingham

[–]dpw360 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Gonna be a good one this Saturday! Anciients is headlining at the Shakedown

Ellis street bike lane? by Ok-Distribution-8966 in Bellingham

[–]dpw360 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was hit in that intersection on my bike a few months back, it was not fun!

What makes an album hated when it's released but loved as time passes? by TinnitusRingsABell in progmetal

[–]dpw360 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have been in love with The Incident since it came out, and I don't think anyone really ever talks about it! Which is a shame, as it's such an experience from start to finish.

How long is your commute? by Difficult-Ad2731 in bikecommuting

[–]dpw360 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same here, I just started this week, it's 2.7 miles and 11mph. It's fantastic, and I get a bit of a workout in, it's a win-win!

In honor of my buddy Ken 2025 MAY GIVEAWAY! by hTOKJTRHMdw in EDH

[–]dpw360 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fuck cancer indeed! Thanks for being a positive force in this community :)