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Andy and Anthony talk about the last year in Magic and, in broad strokes, where they think the game stands from a design and product perspective. They start with Mark Rosewater’s own annual retrospective and talk about wether or not they agree on his take on the past year’s sets.

Discussed in this episode:

• Mark Rosewater’s 2025 State of Design Article
• Pack One Slick Ones - Episode #18 - Having a Healthy Relationship with Magic, Especially Outside of Cube
• General Apathy on YouTube
• Ornithological Studies Secret Lair

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Timestamps

• 0:00 - Intro
• 05:48  - State of Design 2025
• 28:05  - The end of "hat" sets?
• 46:48  - Meditations on Fandom Culture
• 50:01  - State of Design Lighting Round