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Michael Mapson
@expeditionmap.bsky.social
Modern & Legacy Specialist // Cohost of the Eternal Witnesses Podcast

Known for making Primeval Titans and Marit Lages
Finished 9-6 at the RC which was not good for any prizing but was good for my mental health. Had a great time hanging out with friends, eating great food, and playing against generally very pleasant opponents.

See everyone at the next one!
November 24, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Headphones, phone. Magic cards and head shaver all set off TSA. Talk about a record low
November 24, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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Hey folks! I've still got these codes to give away! I will even go as low as a minimum $5 donation if you want one.

Let me know when you donate and I can send you the code for the Avatar.
I'm helping to raise money this year for Extra Life, with the help of MTGO. They've given me some codes to give away for some cool Avatars on MTGO! #MTGOCreator

The requirement to get one of these Avatars is a minimum $10 donation.

www.extra-life.org/participants...

1/3
November 24, 2025 at 12:55 PM
After what felt like infinite failures, I finally day 2d an RC after an abysmal 0-3 start. Feels good. Hopefully the first of many more.
November 23, 2025 at 5:14 AM
If you're in the Philly area come check out this event. Sarge's events are always a good time and this will be no exception.
November 19, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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I know we’re all real tight on cash and times are rough, but while you’re in Philly in a couple weeks, consider bagging any takeout you know you won’t reheat.

It’s been extra hard on our homeless neighbours and November’s getting chilly. Half a cheesesteak isn’t nothing.
November 5, 2025 at 2:57 PM
This is the short I was honestly most excited to record. I got none other than the Dark Confidant, Bob Maher.

youtube.com/shorts/1VxXo...
The Great One Gives a Quick Interview #magicthegatheringcommunity #mtglegacy #mtgvintage #mtgmodern
YouTube video by Eternal Witnesses
youtube.com
November 17, 2025 at 4:08 PM
I finally went to unsleeve Nadu and my house lost power. The house clearly is grieving with me
November 16, 2025 at 5:11 PM
This has been my marit lage token for the past 6 years. I guess I'm obligated to get the new dark depths?
November 15, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Looking for a book recommendation:
I want something on the lighter side. No historical fiction. Authors whose work I've enjoyed include Christopher Moore, Nick Hornby, N.K Jemison, the problematic neil,
November 14, 2025 at 10:57 PM
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If I were to make Magic content to help POC get into competitive magic. What would you like to see? Also on that note. What do you feel or see as barriers that keep you from playing comp mtg. I'm all ears.
November 11, 2025 at 3:41 PM
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Back to back Eternal Weekend NA wins and not even mentioned in the BnR is an interesting choice.
November 10, 2025 at 4:42 PM
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I think what frustrates me here is the lack of discussion on Forge Combo/The One Ring in the article.

I still believe the timing was really off here, and EW EU/Asia will certainly be... something.
November 10, 2025 at 4:11 PM
I am so sad about this announcement. Nadu was the most fun I've had in legacy since top was banned. Also Nadu and UB reanimator were two of the only decks that had decent forge matchups. Maybe people are able to point more hate at that deck now but otherwise not knocking it down seems wild to me.
November 10, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Ok.. today's the day. Final predictions?

For me,
Vintage: no changes

Legacy: entomb, Nadu (please no), kozileks command. Watch oops

Modern: nothing, maybe analyst but I don't it mid season.

Pioneer. Lol

Standard: Vivi, cauldron, profts
November 10, 2025 at 11:03 AM
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As a make-good for trade not working until at least tomorrow, please enjoy All-Access between now and Wednesday's downtime - use code REPAIR2025 to receive the Rare Event Token (entry fees still required) Paid for A-A already? You'll get 50 Play Points during Wednesday's downtime
November 10, 2025 at 12:01 AM
I went a mediocre 4-3 in the @dmvlegacyleague.com classic. Wanted one last event with my favorite Avian creature. Event was great. Nice opponents, excellent vibes, and good turnover time. Only thing lacking was a few more wins.
November 8, 2025 at 11:09 PM
@yungdingo.bsky.social was also kind enough to return to the talk about the upcoming BNR and his recent self imposed trophy challenge. You can find the episode below, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

open.spotify.com/episode/1s7e...

youtu.be/59HbBn3EYv4?...
Descending into Madness with YungDingo
YouTube video by Eternal Witnesses
youtu.be
November 6, 2025 at 3:49 PM
It's a Dingo filled day! Today's short features everybody's* favorite streamer
youtube.com/shorts/Au4EZ...
A Wild YungDingo Appears! #magicthegatheringcommunity
YouTube video by Eternal Witnesses
youtube.com
November 6, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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I wrote a little opinion piece about the upcoming Banned and Restricted list update on 11/10. I haven't written anything but D&D campaigns and scientific documents much since college. Give it a read if you'd like and I'd love to know your thoughts if you have any.

open.substack.com/pub/catatoni...
11/10 B&R Announcement
Brainstorming potential bans, unbans, and their outcomes
open.substack.com
November 5, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Time to see if @samrosemurphy.bsky.social can get herself cancelled again
youtube.com/shorts/Wukt2...
Shooting the Breeze w/ Samantha Rose Murphy #magicthegatheringcommunity
YouTube video by Eternal Witnesses
youtube.com
November 5, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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It’s my birthday today!!! 🥳🎊🎉🎉 As a gift I’d love it if you shared my art 💝
Hello everyone, I’d like to nominate myself as the CEO of Random MtG Yuri if everyone is chill with that, alright meeting adjourned 🤝🏼

#mtg #mtgfanart #ayseneinart
November 4, 2025 at 5:18 PM
I voted
Voted today. I strongly encourage everyone with the ability to vote in their local elections to do so. Your individual impact is so much larger on the local level than the federal one.
November 4, 2025 at 6:10 PM
@tcgplayer.com I sold something on your site. (I know, I know)

You guys deactivated my account, won't pay me and won't respond to my emails. What gives? Can I get some help.
November 3, 2025 at 10:20 PM