How to break Magic the Gathering. @standupmaths
How to break Magic the Gathering.  @standupmaths
Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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Thanks to Matthew Franklin for suggesting the video topic.

We massively benefitted from this excellent breakdown here (sorry I slipped-up and called it a 'reddit post' in the video) edhrec.com/combos/temur/380-703-2557

Huge thanks to my Patreon supporters. My appreciation for them could never default to 0. patreon.com/standupmaths

CORRECTIONS
Nothing yet. Let me know if you spot anything!

Filmed by Alex Genn-Bash
Edited by Gus Melton
Maths by Rhys Jones and Matt Parker
Performed by Matt Parker
Produced by Nicole Jacobus
Music by Howard Carter
Design by Simon Wright and Adam Robinson

MATT PARKER: Stand-up Mathematician
Website: standupmaths.com
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