Instant Speed: A Flesh and Blood Podcast

Instant Speed is one of the longest running podcasts covering the news, strategies, and community issues surrounding Flesh and Blood TCG by Legend Story Studios. Hosted by industry veteran Matt 'Flake' Di Marco (@WatchFlake), Instant Speed welcomes weekly guests from the pros, the insiders, and the biggest names in the game.

REWIND: A Chat with Bryan Gottlieb of LSS, March 23, 2023 | ISP 75

While Flake is traveling to Japan for the World Premiere of Part the Mistveil, we dig into the archives and unearth an honest conversation with Bryan Gottlieb of LSS. Just as Outsiders was making its debut, we talk to him about his first major impact on Flesh and Blood design. Plus, we are treated to the unfiltered Go Again segment! Get 5% off your order at http://www.realmgamingnetwork.com using the code 'INSTANT5' Support us on Patreon: http://Patreon.com/instantspeed Get your own ISP gear at http://BerryGoodEmbroidery.com/isp Music: 'Motionless' by Stepper Rhodes Catch ISP on Twitter @InstantSpeedPod

05-16
01:31:25

Who Is Joe Sapp, The Fixer?! | ISP 125

Who is the mysterious presence at all major Flesh and Blood events? Who is Joe Sapp? We get to the bottom of it all, and explore his long history of solving problems and keeping it all on the rails. All that and more on ISP 125! Get 5% off your order at http://www.realmgamingnetwork.com using the code 'INSTANT5' Support us on Patreon: http://Patreon.com/instantspeed Get your own ISP gear at http://BerryGoodEmbroidery.com/isp Music: 'Motionless' by Stepper Rhodes Catch Joe on Twitter @JoeSappTCG Catch ISP on Twitter @InstantSpeedPod

05-09
01:08:11

Legitimizing Blitz and Commoner with Dice Commando aka Andrew Heintz | ISP 124

One of the longest tenured Flesh and Blood content creators talks about his passions within the game. Andrew Heintz, aka Dice Commando, shares his experience and praise for Blitz and Commoner, and gives his thoughts about the rising climate of heated social discussion. All that and more on ISP 124! Get 5% off your order at http://www.realmgamingnetwork.com using the code 'INSTANT5' Support us on Patreon: http://Patreon.com/instantspeed Get your own ISP gear at http://BerryGoodEmbroidery.com/isp Music: 'Motionless' by Stepper Rhodes Catch Andrew on Twitter @DiceCommando Catch ISP on Twitter @InstantSpeedPod Catch Flake on Twitter @WatchFlake

05-02
01:06:27

The State of Illusionist & Ban Worthy Cards with Pheano Black | ISP 123

Illusionist afficionado Pheano Black joins ISP to discuss the state of the illusionist class, and digs into the card ban discourse. We get real on this edition of Instant Speed! Get 5% off your order at http://www.realmgamingnetwork.com using the code 'INSTANT5' Support us on Patreon: http://Patreon.com/instantspeed Get your own ISP gear at http://BerryGoodEmbroidery.com/isp Music: 'Motionless' by Stepper Rhodes Catch Pheano on Twitter @PheanoBlack Catch ISP on Twitter @InstantSpeedPod Catch Flake on Twitter @WatchFlake

04-25
01:21:41

Competition & Expansion with Trevor Baker, Director of Premier Play at LSS | ISP 122

With Flesh and Blood setting foot in the competitive market of Japan, we talk to Trevor Baker of LSS who has been crafting the competitive play circuit, and strategizing on where Premier Play will land next. Get 5% off your order at http://www.realmgamingnetwork.com using the code 'INSTANT5' Support us on Patreon: http://Patreon.com/instantspeed Get your own ISP gear at http://BerryGoodEmbroidery.com/isp Music: 'Motionless' by Stepper Rhodes Catch ISP on Twitter @InstantSpeedPod Catch Flake on Twitter @WatchFlake

04-18
01:22:12

Toxic Doomsaying & Community Outcries with DM Armada | ISP 121

The climate of community discourse has begun to sour, and Stephen Cookus aka DM Armada is here to put things into perspective. Frostbite? Codex? Kano? Scabskins? Arc Light Sentinel? Is the game on a path to destruction? No. Relax. Let's discuss. Get 5% off your order at http://www.realmgamingnetwork.com using the code 'INSTANT5' Support us on Patreon: http://Patreon.com/instantspeed Get your own ISP gear at http://BerryGoodEmbroidery.com/isp Music: 'Motionless' by Stepper Rhodes Catch Stephen on Twitter: @armada_dm Catch ISP on Twitter @InstantSpeedPod Catch Flake on Twitter @WatchFlake

04-11
01:30:57

Does Limited Belong in Competitive FAB? with Tariq Patel and Yuki Lee Bender | ISP 120

The discourse is aflutter with discussion about Limited, specifically in high tier competitive tournaments. National Champions Yuki Lee Bender and Tariq Patel square off to argue the merits and downfalls of draft and selaed as a means of determining the best in the room. All this and more on ISP 120! Get 5% off your order at http://www.realmgamingnetwork.com using the code 'INSTANT5' Support us on Patreon: http://Patreon.com/instantspeed Get your own ISP gear at http://BerryGoodEmbroidery.com/isp Music: 'Motionless' by Stepper Rhodes Catch Yuki Lee Bender on Twitter @YukiLeeBender Catch Tariq Patel on Twitter: @TariqPatel10 Catch ISP on Twitter @InstantSpeedPod Catch Flake on Twitter @WatchFlake

04-04
01:07:21

The State of Warrior & Pro Tour Reflections with Josh Lau of The Card Guyz | ISP 119

Fresh from a Top 8 finish at Pro Tour Los Angeles, famed Warrior master Joshua Lau of The Card Guyz joins the show to discuss his performance in LA, the state of the Warrior class, and how The Card Guyz stay small but dangerous. All this and more on ISP 119! Get 5% off your order at http://www.realmgamingnetwork.com using the code 'INSTANT5' Support us on Patreon: http://Patreon.com/instantspeed Get your own ISP gear at http://BerryGoodEmbroidery.com/isp Music: 'Motionless' by Stepper Rhodes Catch Josh on Twitter @Josh_TCGz Catch ISP on Twitter @InstantSpeedPod Catch Flake on Twitter @WatchFlake

03-28
01:19:21

Pro Tour Pressures & Psy Ops with Matt Rogers and Tariq Patel of PCG Pass | ISP 118

With four National titles between them, Tariq Patel and Matt Rogers of team PCG Pass join Flake on location to discuss the final days before Pro Tour Los Angeles. What decks are they considering? How chaotic is the testing? We dive into the maelstrom of ideas with two all-timers on ISP 118. Get 5% off your order at http://www.realmgamingnetwork.com using the code 'INSTANT5' Support us on Patreon: http://Patreon.com/instantspeed Get your own ISP gear at http://BerryGoodEmbroidery.com/isp Music: 'Motionless' by Stepper Rhodes Catch Tariq on Twitter @TariqPatel10 Catch Matt on Twitter @MattRogersNZ Catch ISP on Twitter @InstantSpeedPod Catch Flake on Twitter @WatchFlake

03-21
01:02:21

Pro Tour Revenge, The State of Dromai & Team Antics with Mara Faris | ISP 117

Ahead of Pro Tour: Los Angeles, Mara Faris joins ISP to discuss her approach to the tournament, how being on team Wolfpack has helped her improve, and how Dromai has evolved over time. All this and her standard banter and wit on ISP 117! Get 5% off your order at http://www.realmgamingnetwork.com using the code 'INSTANT5' Support us on Patreon: http://Patreon.com/instantspeed Get your own ISP gear at http://BerryGoodEmbroidery.com/isp Music: 'Motionless' by Stepper Rhodes Catch Mara on Twitter @BlackWingStudio Catch ISP on Twitter @InstantSpeedPod Catch Flake on Twitter @WatchFlake

03-14
01:33:20

Team Dynamics & Competition w/ Dan, Cody and Yuanji of Fabled Runaways | ISP 116

Competition in Flesh and blood has ramped up over the years, and if you're not on a team, life can be difficult. We speak to Daniel Rutkowski, Cody Williams and Yuanji Li of Fabled Runaways to discuss the growth of team play in FAB, how teams prepare, and where competitive FAB is headed. Get 5% off your order at http://www.realmgamingnetwork.com using the code 'INSTANT5' Support us on Patreon:   / instantspeed   Get your own ISP gear at http://BerryGoodEmbroidery.com/isp Music: 'Motionless' by Stepper Rhodes Catch Fabled Runaways on Twitter @TCGRunaways Catch the team on Twitter @Disc_Golf_Dan, @YuanjiLi, @MantenFAB Catch ISP on Twitter @InstantSpeedPod Catch Flake on Twitter @WatchFlake

03-07
01:11:10

The Problem With Kano & Overreactions with MajiinBae | ISP 115

MajiinBae is synonymous with Legends of Runeterra, but he has proven to be just as dangerous in his "side game" Flesh and Blood. Majiin tackles the recent conversation that Kano is bad for the game. We discuss the issues surrounding the latest wave of hate towards Kano and Wizards. Get 5% off your order at http://www.realmgamingnetwork.com using the code 'INSTANT5' Support us on Patreon: http://Patreon.com/instantspeed Get your own ISP gear at http://BerryGoodEmbroidery.com/isp Music: 'Motionless' by Stepper Rhodes Catch MajiinBae on Twitter @MajiibBaeLoR Catch ISP on Twitter @InstantSpeedPod Catch Flake on Twitter @WatchFlake

02-29
01:20:58

The Nuance of Casting & Esports Volatility with Mitch 'Uber' Leslie | ISP 114

The long awaited return of Mitch 'Uber' Leslie to the show brings a lot of energy and no holds barred. Uber unleashes his wisdom on the art of casting, and the problems with Flesh and Blood broadcasts. He also bridges the gap between FPS and TCG. All this and more on ISP 114! Get 5% off your order at http://www.realmgamingnetwork.com using the code 'INSTANT5' Support us on Patreon: http://Patreon.com/instantspeed Get your own ISP gear at http://BerryGoodEmbroidery.com/isp Music: 'Motionless' by Stepper Rhodes Catch Uber on Twitter @UberShouts Catch ISP on Twitter @InstantSpeedPod Catch Flake on Twitter @WatchFlake

02-22
01:09:51

The Business of Flesh and Blood & Market Madness with Riddlerman | ISP 113

Riddlerman joins ISP to share his wisdom on the financial information recently divulged by James White regarding the strength and growth of FAB and Legend Story Studios. What does this all mean for the game? Sponsored by The Realm Games! New Zealand Herald interview: https://youtu.be/8AjJQLhy5Rg?si=M1zhYWtSdvzqF-NL Get 5% off your order at http://www.realmgamingnetwork.com using the code 'INSTANT5' Support us on Patreon: http://Patreon.com/instantspeed Get your own ISP gear at http://BerryGoodEmbroidery.com/isp Music: 'Motionless' by Stepper Rhodes Catch Riddlerman on Twitter @RiddlermanYT Catch ISP on Twitter @InstantSpeedPod Catch Flake on Twitter @WatchFlake

02-15
01:17:14

Variance & Brute Ascension in Flesh and Blood with Hayden Dale | ISP 112

Co-host of Arsenal Pass, Hayden Dale, joins ISP to discuss the recent ascension of Brutes with Heavy Hitters, and dig into the nuances and impact of variance in Flesh and Blood. Sponsored by The Realm Games! Get 5% off your order at http://www.realmgamingnetwork.com using the code 'INSTANT5' Support us on Patreon: http://Patreon.com/instantspeed Get your own ISP gear at http://BerryGoodEmbroidery.com/isp Music: 'Motionless' by Stepper Rhodes Catch Hayden on Twitter @fyen_dale Catch ISP on Twitter @InstantSpeedPod Catch Flake on Twitter @WatchFlake

02-08
01:05:23

Heavy Hitters Revitalizes FAB & Unfair Advantages w/ Bryan Gottlieb of LSS | ISP 111

Senior Game Designer and Lead Developer, Bryan Gottlieb of LSS, joins ISP to kick off a new year of talking Flesh and Blood. We talk The Celebrational, the achievement of Heavy Hitters, and all kinds of other musings about a new year of card gaming with good people. Sponsored by The Realm Games! Get 5% off your order at http://www.realmgamingnetwork.com using the code 'INSTANT5' Support us on Patreon:  http://patreon.com/instantspeed Get your own ISP gear at http://BerryGoodEmbroidery.com/isp Music: 'Motionless' by Stepper Rhodes

02-01
01:11:18

Speedy Awards 2023 | The Best of the Year in Flesh and Blood

The Speedy Awards are back to recap the best and brightest of the community in 2023. We give out the well-earned recognition to those in the community who make Flesh and Blood a wonderful place to be. Co-hosted by Tommy Fresh of Fresh and Buds podcast, we give away a slew of community voted awards and share memories of the year past. Catch us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3rEe16R... Support us on Patreon:   / instantspeed   Get your own ISP gear at http://BerryGoodEmbroidery.com/isp Check out out sponsor Kayfabe Cards: http://KayfabeCards.com Music: 'Motionless' by Stepper Rhodes Catch Tommy on Twitter @FreshBudsPod Catch ISP on Twitter @InstantSpeedPod Catch Flake on Twitter @WatchFlake

12-21
01:14:58

Kano's Wizardry & Developer Criticism with Peter Buddensiek | ISP 109

The esteemed member of the Council of Wizards, Peter Buddensiek of Team Kayfabe Cards, joins Instant Speed to discuss the nuance and meta impact of Kano, and the future of Wizardry. We also dive into the difficulties of facing criticism in game development. All this, plus your questions answered on ISP 109. Support us on Patreon: http://Patreon.com/instantspeed Get your own ISP gear at http://BerryGoodEmbroidery.com/isp Check out out sponsor Kayfabe Cards: http://KayfabeCards.com Music: 'Motionless' by Stepper Rhodes Catch Peter on Twitter @maskofmomentum Catch ISP on Twitter @InstantSpeedPod Catch Flake on Twitter @WatchFlake

12-14
01:25:27

Kano's Wizardry & Developer Criticism with Peter Buddensiek | ISP 109

The esteemed member of the Council of Wizards, Peter Buddensiek of Team Kayfabe Cards, joins Instant Speed to discuss the nuance and meta impact of Kano, and the future of Wizardry. We also dive into the difficulties of facing criticism in game development. All this, plus your questions answered on ISP 109. Support us on Patreon: http://Patreon.com/instantspeed Get your own ISP gear at http://BerryGoodEmbroidery.com/isp Check out out sponsor Kayfabe Cards: http://KayfabeCards.com Music: 'Motionless' by Stepper Rhodes Catch Peter on Twitter @maskofmomentum Catch ISP on Twitter @InstantSpeedPod Catch Flake on Twitter @WatchFlake

12-14
01:26:24

Building a Legacy & Cutting the Mustard with Brodie Spurlock | ISP 108

Kid Wonderbread takes time out of a packed travel schedule to sit down and talk about his win at the Realm Rumble, and the evolution of himself as a person over two years of intense Flesh and Blood competition. We get into broadcasting, ham sandwiches, and naming all the Wolfpack members. Catch us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3rEe16R... Support us on Patreon:   / instantspeed   Get your own ISP gear at http://BerryGoodEmbroidery.com/isp Check out out sponsor Kayfabe Cards: http://KayfabeCards.com Music: 'Motionless' by Stepper Rhodes Catch Brodie on Twitter @brodiespurlock Catch ISP on Twitter @InstantSpeedPod Catch Flake on Twitter @WatchFlake

12-07
01:12:15

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