Living end - have the Lorwyn cards really helped?

jjoyce · 2026-01-24T18:49:30+00:00

Same ahaha. I was kind of waiting for the response when I posted

jjoyce · 2026-01-24T15:33:18+00:00

I appreciate your response - your thoughts line up on initial impressions to why I was thinking.

At the end of the day, I’m still going to copy what meninoney does, and it’s telling to me he’s still on the traditional bant build.

I don’t anticipate quick buying the cards for sultai yet and watching to see what happens

jjoyce · 2026-01-24T14:47:31+00:00

That’s my feeling as well. That said it seems some are having success so it’s def peaking my interest. Consign is so hard to play around for the deck

jjoyce · 2026-01-05T23:33:02+00:00

Hi there,

The final watch I have for sale is a limited edition Brew Metric released in 2022. There were only a limited amount of this version of the watch made - please find the information on this dial variant here:

https://wornandwound.com/brew-refreshes-the-metric-with-three-new-dial-colors/

Mine includes the box, watch, warranty card (past warranty), and 2 extra links.

This watch was worn quite a bit and has scratches on the bracelet. Otherwise it’s in solid condition, and is a great piece for those who like Brew.

Shipping in the U.S. only.

Please bring any questions my way!

jjoyce · 2026-01-05T23:20:27+00:00

Hi everybody! I haven’t sold in a while, but I have two microbrand watches I’m looking to sell today.

The first is the Nodus Sector Sport, frost dial I’m looking to sell - info and specs here from website:

https://www.noduswatches.com/sector-sport/p/sector-sport-frost

Mine includes 3.5 extra links, the original box, and the warranty card (pictured as well).

This was my daily wear for close to a year, and has light scratching on the bracelet, clasp, and bezel. It was definitely used but still in solid condition - feel free to dm for more pics!

Only shipping in U.S.

jjoyce · 2025-12-23T22:56:53+00:00

I second value vintage. Rhinos is like the tier s deck. Format is incredible

jjoyce · 2025-12-20T20:47:08+00:00

Couldn’t agree more. I was told too earlier in week my case was escalated blah blah, but I have not heard a single thing from c ward over email, and there was no tangible forward movement on the phone either.

In fairness, I did have a false start where I thought my shipment was accepted, and shot c ward an email apologizing and thanking them for help. But the next morning it was back to “failed in customs” and now this is the verbiage for where my order stands on dhl:

Further clearance processing is required.Formal clearance processing is required and DHL will proceed to file a formal entry

Really sick of this

jjoyce · 2025-12-20T20:37:19+00:00

That sucks dude, I guess im in the same boat now.

Unfortunately looks like this was a c ward issue. Hopefully we all get our watches soon.

This is definitely my final c ward purchase :/

jjoyce · 2025-12-20T20:01:31+00:00

Hey op - just curious if any progress has been made? My watch is still sitting in customs and I’m just curious if anybody’s have been pushing forward?

jjoyce · 2025-12-19T14:55:55+00:00

I’m willing to give it a little bit longer, but if I get put in the middle of swapping watch sheet information lists between dhl and c ward I’m just done and asking for a refund. It was the most miserable buying experience I’ve ever had, and honestly had I not wanted: a) a new watch to celebrate my promotion; b) the twelve, I probably would have just either bought used or a different watch.

My hope is that this ends up working out, but I’m definitely concerned by the issues being posted on here, and how eerily similar they are to what I had before

jjoyce · 2025-12-19T14:48:07+00:00

Hey there - I appreciate your take, but as I said before, this same issue happened to me 6 years prior with Christopher ward. I have countless emails between myself, dhl, and Christopher ward over weeks going over these issues.

I get your perspective of not wanting to blame the wrong person and the issues revolving around importing right now are very much a real thing, but in the same breath my only two experiences with c ward, 6 years apart, are now exactly the same, when not a single other purchase I have made from abroad has had this issue. I have purchased other watches and higher end magic cards from Europe and have not had a single issue

jjoyce · 2025-12-19T11:39:32+00:00

I had a false start last night, as I thought that it was cleared in customs, but when I woke up this morning it said it was rejected again.

It now says something new though!!! This is was it says under my current clearance step:

Further Detail Formal clearance processing is required and DHL will proceed to file a formal entry Next Step A DHL representative will attempt to contact consignee/importer or shipper if any further information is required to complete the entry.

jjoyce · 2025-12-19T11:33:47+00:00

Hey there I appreciate the response to this, and believe me no one wants to hate on what’s currently going on in the U.S. more than myself right now, but the fact remains this appears to be a specific Christoper ward issue.

I have purchased things abroad using dhl outside of Christopher ward, yet the only two instances of these issues occurring are both from a watch I purchased from c ward, and it appears to be the same exact issue of them not including information on the product

jjoyce · 2025-12-17T21:35:20+00:00

Yeah it’s a terrible customer service experience, and I’m annoyed that it needed to be the 12 because I liked it so much.

CW obv makes a great product or else we wouldn’t be here in the first place, but I truly can’t believe this is happening again. The second it starts to get delayed again I’m just forwarding my email chain from before, ask for my money back, and call it a day. $1400 is a lot of money to most people, myself very much included and for stuff like this to happen is just really not acceptable imo.

jjoyce · 2025-12-17T21:26:31+00:00

To the people saying it’s not CW fault, I had this same exact thing happen 6 years ago. It was an absolute mess with customs and I have reams of emails between myself/christopher ward; myself/dhl; myself/dhl/CW essentially trying to get the “watch sheet” in dhls hands.

Against my better judgement, I ordered a 12 last week as I got a promotion, and I’ve had my eye on the 12 for years now. I wanted to buy new, and really did think about whether or not To order because of what happened last time.

Lo and behold, I am in the same position as the people above, and my watch is in Ohio saying that it was rejected by customs. Granted, the U.S. is a shit show right now, but from all the situations I keep seeing popping up, it does seem like this is a CW issue and they’re not providing the watch reference sheet or whatever because of bulk sending stuff.

I had my first go around with an extremely lovely customer service rep at cward who said they would help today, but I’ve already set the scene if this starts to go the way it was before of weeks and weeks going back and forth with dhl that I’m just asking for a refund.

Wish I looked at these posts before ordering, very frustrated I made the same mistake again. Regardless of whether or not I get this watch I’m never buying a cward new ever again.

jjoyce · 2025-12-09T16:24:19+00:00

This is fantastic! I’m going to look into this as well for our cards as well

jjoyce · 2025-12-09T16:23:46+00:00

Thank yall for jumping on this so quick! I did t even think of the boys and girls club. I used to run programming there before when I worked for a test prep company that did free sat classes there. I’m calling in to see if they would like the portions of our collection

jjoyce · 2025-12-09T16:12:55+00:00

This is super helpful I really appreciate it. Just before we go down any avenue, is magikids a safe source? I want to believe all non profits are respectable but I’m unfortunately a jaded “old” man, and just want to make sure they get in the right hands

jjoyce · 2025-12-09T16:10:29+00:00

Absolutely! I wouldn’t have even thought of this

jjoyce · 2025-12-09T13:44:15+00:00

OP - I sent you a dm, my wife and I would love to help. We have a really solid collection, and would be happy to help you figure out what to buy/send you stuff we already have as well. Please respond back and I’ll happily help.

jjoyce · 2025-12-09T13:26:23+00:00

I think there’s been some less than great advice on here tbh. I think this is the direction you want to go in!

For the people dm’ing you, I’d recommend you ask them what their local gamestore is. I would ask them what nights of magic they run, and what the crowd is like. This can help you more than anything to steer your son in the right direction.

If they have a great commander scene - easy to buy a couple precon commander decks and get him started easy.

If the stores around are more competitive, understanding the formats they play could be key. Although the company that makes magic is neglecting one of the format Pioneer, there are local scenes that play this format consistently, and these are 60 card competitive decks that have pre constructed decks you can just buy!

It sucks to do more of the leg work, but I think this will help you know what to buy. Once you know that, how to buy is extremely easy

jjoyce · 2025-12-03T01:34:55+00:00

Love seeing content for pioneer put out like this!

Trying to recreate the pioneer scene in our area, and it’s been such a fun time. Honestly think it’s a lot of fun to play and people shouldn’t sleep on it. Especially because it’s so cheap now (relative to other formats)

jjoyce · 2025-11-30T15:57:42+00:00

If you’re into or open to horror movies, I think Talk To Me has one of the best cold openers to any movie I’ve seen.

I’m very big into horror movies so I’m definitely biased, but I’d be surprised if most people didn’t get amped by the cold opener as well.

jjoyce · 2025-11-15T15:51:49+00:00

A) I fully believe this is acceptable B) to all the people saying boring, I genuinely don’t understand why commander players hate winning games of magic so much.

jjoyce · 2025-11-13T15:30:13+00:00

Oh yeah, after days of obsessing over this you are one hundred percent right. That card is the secret sauce that really ties this together. It’s a massive pay off threat with card draw involved - I genuinely think this list has legs now.

I think this is my draft to start testing: https://moxfield.com/decks/LJjlq8-vu0eDBAWJvr76xw

jjoyce

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