Is it worth it to buy the Next Level Series of books by Patrick Chapin? A Magic The Gathering Review

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@kinosmead 7 лет назад

Having not yet seen the video, I hope the professor takes the same quality-control measures on these books as he does on many of his other reviewed products. Shaking it, tossing it in the air, banging it on his desk, dunking it in water...

@TolarianCommunityCollege 7 лет назад

+Planeswalker999 Okay, I laughed. :)

@deathpyre42 7 лет назад

So, how about use of the book as a projectile/bludgeoning tool?

@CGoody564 7 лет назад

Joe Momma exactly; book sock, followed by a paper bag folded in to an outer sleeve

@butwhy5066 7 лет назад

Here in my garage with my new black lotus. But you know what I like more that material things? Knowledge.

@vehmic6278 5 лет назад

Necro but this comment was severely underrated.

@detrexer 7 лет назад

I love getting Book Reviews from you professor because you can feel that you truly know what you are talking about not only in the realms of MTG but also in the realm of how a good book should be written. Awesome combination, mORE!

@mrdelirious8706 7 лет назад

I'd love to see him talk about Menedian's books too, but I'm not sure he's exactly the target audience.

@sainthitch 7 лет назад

I've never clicked on one of your videos faster. I've been incredibly interested in these for quite a while, but never actually picked them up. I believe that will change, now. Thanks, professor!

@Vanguardmetrics 7 лет назад

Bought both of his books months ago, LOVE THEM. So happy to see you review them :D

@TolarianCommunityCollege 7 лет назад

@dannyzep92 7 лет назад

Next Level Deckbuilding helped me improve my building abilities. I recommend it for the advance player or intermediate players looking to take that next step

@TolarianCommunityCollege 7 лет назад

@zets8238 7 лет назад

Tolarian Community College when the prof gets too lazy to write full comments

@1mrGhost 7 лет назад

Would you consider making a series of videos with Patrick Chapin in the style of extra credits history or crash course centered on the books? you being a college professor and all ;) might be a great draw to get new students.

@MoxxieIsBestBoy 7 лет назад

I saw these for sale a while back, but I wasn't sure if they were for me. I can honestly say that you've convinced me to give them a shot. Thanks for the great videos!

@gammie6062 7 лет назад

I bet prof was so excited to do reviews on informative magic books. Right up his alley.

@cylesallander4458 7 лет назад

this chanel is far the most in depth explication on any thing magic and is easy to follow. I'm so glad I came across this channel.

@Sodapop1317 7 лет назад

I saw these on your shelf in a previous video, I was wondering about them. Thanks for the vid.

@danielbrooks1473 7 лет назад

I was wondering when you were going to get around to this. Is the "Official Miser's Guide" on the reading list? Totally agree with the assessment that these are like text books. I've cited Chapin and Flores in a grad school strategy class. No kidding.

@michaelislost7164 7 лет назад

With the holiday season around the corner- I would LOVE a video on the "Art of X" books that WOTC is now making :D please?

@ZakanaHachihaCBC 7 лет назад

Michael Zarkos I still need to get the Art of Zendikar, but have Innistrad. It's a good read for anyone into the lore of the plane and sets the plane covers. I just want to know where Art of Keladesh is since we have Art of Amonkept coming out.

@DamienE11 7 лет назад

art of kaladesh is coming out in january iirc

@cglebel 7 лет назад

I borrowed the first book from a friend a few years ago. It was a great tool to understand the 4 basic deck types and also more concept like card advantage, tempo, setbacks, famous pro plays, information control tricks, tricks tricks tricks, Mr Chapin is very knowledgeable and willing to open up on all MTG lines of thought in this first book. I find myself wanting to go back and read a few paragraphs over and I would definitely love for an opportunity to possess both books. I'm also looking forward to purchase the 2nd book. I would say that both books mean as much to the deck user and to the deck builder. Finally, I will add do not feel intimidated by the volume, when you love the game, it is an easy read of 2-3 weeks. Thank you for the review professor!

@TolarianCommunityCollege 7 лет назад

@Isheian 7 лет назад

Tolarian Community College: And I'm sold. My play group is going to hate me till I choose to share!

@Ahbraxaz 7 лет назад

Thank you so much for this review, I was waiting for it :)

@KattKirsch 7 лет назад

I really enjoy the diverse array of items you review. As an enthusiast for both casual and competitive play, I see you as an invaluable resource.

@Wilson27PT 7 лет назад

great video! still waiting for the Professor's review on the Commander 2016 decks!!

@balfanghellfire 7 лет назад

The decks aren't out yet.

@swizard 7 лет назад

The card lists are though.

@sankethbhaskar4236 7 лет назад

Wilson Correia He usually like to play with them first I believe, so it might be a little while.

@TolarianCommunityCollege 7 лет назад

It'll be out in a matter of days.

@jonurch324 7 лет назад

Thanks Professor. Just in time for Christmas.

@finnwilliams1808 7 лет назад

I would love to see you start from the beginning of magic and review all the books. There's a lot, some good, some really bad, but I think it would be really interesting to get your critical analysis of each.

@jamiejamemes 7 лет назад

Looks like a set I just might pick up. Great recommendations as always from the Professor!

@TolarianCommunityCollege 7 лет назад

cheers!

@martinmackenzie5127 6 лет назад

Thank you Professor! I loved this review, especially since I probably wouldn't investigate the books otherwise. I even learned that there was an alternate way of using the expression, "fount of information." I prefer your version now that I know what a font is!

@AspiringDryad 7 лет назад

Oooh this sounds great! I'll definitely see if I can get my hands on these

@givemeabreak432 7 лет назад

Would you ever do a giveaway on these books, like you do with deck boxes? These seem like the perfect target for those.

@dullestpenguin4151 7 лет назад

The review was dead on. Chapin's books took me from a decent player to a very solid one. That does not sound like much however going from a low end intermediate to high end intermediate is a world apart in MTG. I felt that before reading the books, some years back, I had a solid understanding of how to play the cards but not always why I was playing certain cards. That insight makes all the difference. Why play 3 of a card and not 4 of or why sideboard out this type of card versus a certain matchup. And for aspiring deckbuilders the book is essential, if only to learn how to build mana bases consistently.

@TolarianCommunityCollege 7 лет назад

@gemofmagic9436 7 лет назад

Thank you for this review! I've had my eye on these books for awhile, but hadn't looked deeply into them. In fact I'm not sure that the info you just have in this video even was available elsewhere. My main concern was if they were updated or relevant or some dusty relic from the 90's, which you answered. The books both look amazing. I learn very well from textbook style, they look wonderfully dense so I will break them up into sections. My mouth literally started to water as you showed the headings of the deckbuilding book, lol, as I am very keen on deckbuilding. Excellent and useful review. I want them! *grabby hands*

@kapittsalt 7 лет назад

Thank you for making this Sir. Gonna have to get me hands on these. Had no idea they, hard-copy gold, existed!

@thorstonk6348 7 лет назад

Awesome that you made this what with you being an English professor. I really appreciate your expertise.

@pariahdox7963 7 лет назад

so how we actually judge these are by whether or not the prof gets a lot better at magic

@TolarianCommunityCollege 7 лет назад

Even someone as talented as Mr. Chapin can only do so much....

@danjomik83 7 лет назад

Tolarian Community College haha

@pleiadian_stars8092 7 лет назад

I've discovered a broken standard combo with Aetherflux Reservoir 4x and Panharmonicon 4x

@zonegamma8197 5 лет назад

thanks for these reviews !

@edwardfeldman3533 6 лет назад

Nice review will consider buying these books

@bobmonkey420 7 лет назад

Well done, for those wondering this book does help in commander, but very limited. It's more for competitive but worth considering

@sonsofsparda22 7 лет назад

Probably going to pick these up Thanks man

@l_scanu8645 7 лет назад

Next year i'm looking to play more competitivly. Going to more PPTQs and hopefully going to my first GP and just playing more in general. So Next Level Magic sounds like a great Christmas gift for me!

@iangorton3375 7 лет назад

Hey prof just wanted to say I love your videos!

@ashtheron4887 7 лет назад

Great vid, Prof!

@Firevine 7 лет назад

Thanks for reviewing these! I've been interested, but just haven't pulled the trigger. I've mainly been wondering if they're right for someone like me: Interested in building competitive to semi-competitive decks, but little to no interest in participating in tournaments.

@VaultTechy 7 лет назад

great to see you addressing queries so much in the comments Professor - if I'm someone who only plays casual formats (Commander, Cube, etc.) but plays and builds seriously (fetches, duals, Thoughtseizes, modern/legacy staples, "rude" combos) would I benefit from something like this or is this more steeped in the Standard/Modern tourney-grinding culture that Chapin cut his teeth in?

@ttansebas 7 лет назад

Thanks for the review profesor, this is great for us long time casual players who wish to be a little more competitive! And 37$ is cheap if you compare it to let's say Snapcaster Mage! As always thanks for your reviews

@PhlegethonianStream 7 лет назад

great video once again

@Greedfires 7 лет назад

Hey Prof! Would you be willing to do a review of Travis Woo's book on MTG? I've been thinking about purchasing it, but I'm not sure how it'll be as an advanced player

@travelsonic 7 лет назад

Sounds like the perfect set of books for improving my game, my overall skill level in Magic. Now, where did I put all the couch change that I have found over the past 2 semesters? :P

@TolarianCommunityCollege 7 лет назад

@grapecanz 7 лет назад

one book you can find online for FREE

@photosinensis 7 лет назад

If I'd had a marker this weekend, I'd have had Megan sign my playmat. I mean, I found myself watching her play in person (drawing against Jund as an Elves pilot--I love tribal decks, which is why I'm interested in building Elves, Merfolk, and/or Bant Spirits in Modern). My playmat is actually the Professor's face from the jargon video.

@EmersonJ_ 7 лет назад

Bant Spirits is so much fun.

@MichaelSultai 7 лет назад

Thanks so much for the review! I was looking at these books, trying to figure out if they would be for me. I think they are now. One quick question that most likely doesn't have an answer. Does anyone know if Patrick Chapin is planning on updating these books anytime soon? I'd hate to spend $75 and find out not long after that there is now a 2017 edition. Anyone know? Gonna order these books in a few days if I don't here a definite yes. Thanks again Professor!!!

@RacinZilla003 7 лет назад

It's nice to see Jake Gyllenhaal taking his acting career so seriously as to become a MTG champion!

@treygregory5360 7 лет назад

A appreciate this channel!

@Pinhou9 7 лет назад

Great video

@catominhund 7 лет назад

37$ Is cheap when you consider my textbook in electromagnetics which cost above 100$

@grapecanz 7 лет назад

you can get the book online for free

@catominhund 7 лет назад

grapecanz You can get a lot of things online for free but that ain't helping the authors 😆😃

@Hynth 7 лет назад

$37 is not very much for factual textbooks (non-fiction). Comparing it to the books I need for a course at univeristy (physics) both of them would sum up to one of those books, as they tend to go for at least €70 per course.

@Ironic_daemonic 7 лет назад

Would you suggest these books to someone who only plays commander? I understand that edh is a "casual" format but in our play group it's taken pretty seriously. Also, I know that standard, modern, and other non-singleton more "competitive" formats have a completely different skill set and philosophy.

@dannyzep92 7 лет назад

Cody Lee Nope. I've read next level deck building and its aimed more for competitive 75 card formats. They have "complete commander" on scg's website as well, but it's more for people who are just getting into the format

@joshstarkey8883 7 лет назад

Also, playing multiplayer changes so much. Mana curve etc might be applicable but a lot of it would probably be useless

@brendtman 7 лет назад

please go over more books on magic the gathering! also the novels maybe?

@WikoxD 7 лет назад

very interesting vídeo, liked it

@DuncanEllis 7 лет назад

those look terrific. They are going on my Christmas list. One thing to note on the price - these seem equivalent to what I would pay for a technical book on software and presumably involved at least as much effort and skill to write. So, expensive to be sure, but the price seems fair to me.

@nikkis.2066 7 лет назад

Everyone has their own price range that sits more reasonably for them. For me personally asking $40 is a little much, even if the book subject is heavy and interesting with care, I personally think the $25-30 range is more fair... I mean I have books on various histories, philosophy and biographies that are much heavier and even in hardback for the same price or less than. I know, in the long run it doesn't matter, but I would like to know WHY this price was settled on, I mean sure in theory this is like a text book for a college course in a way...but it's not. I'm just very curious on any of the whys other than, "we can make the most profit without too high of an entry cost" type of reasoning.

@dav3skii836 7 лет назад

Professor, can you do a colorless commander mana base video?

@blacklancejeo6625 7 лет назад

I hope the local bookstores here will have a copy or 2 available. This is effectively in my Christmas wish list.

@TolarianCommunityCollege 7 лет назад

There is a link in the description for ordering online.

@bruchowski 7 лет назад

What other MtG books are out there, and which ones are worth reading?

@gemofmagic9436 7 лет назад

Michael Preczewski yes I also would love to know of any other good mtg books

@raulperez2308 7 лет назад

Michael Preczewski you got all the novels

@LeftOdogus 7 лет назад

I'd really love to get my hands on these books, too bad I live in Europe and SCG's shipping costs more than the combined prize of both of them. :/ Not even sure if other sites sell these, of course getting them in ebook form would save me money but having them in my bookshelf would be amazing...

@tylersevener4354 4 года назад

I am attempting to make my own games so I have been looking for books like these to help understand good advanced game mechanics and help myself understand the mind set of what card game players really want in a game.

@TheyCallMeIVIonster 7 лет назад

Thanks, Professor! I had heard of these but assumed they were exactly what you said they are not - just another tips and tricks guide. I will now be reconsidering my decision not to buy.

@andrewsnorlaxxx745 7 лет назад

hi I'm a returning player to mtg haven't touched mtg for a really long time haha may I ask how does standard rotation work again? when do the sets rotate and how frequently? secondly what decks would you recommend for someone on a budget? like around 50 and standard competitive if possible. any help would be great thx :)

@donaldbarrett4073 7 лет назад

@Tolarian Community College: Have you read the Magic Pocket Player's Guide (1996), and if you have, how well would you say it has aged?

@AnotherZoruaAmongUs 7 лет назад

You should try reviewing The Complete Commander by Bennie Smith! I've been curious about that one for some time!

@josecisneros7730 7 лет назад

Can you do a review on Travis Woo's Ebook?

@dragonxfilms 7 лет назад

Added to The X-mas list, hopefully more books will come.

@nikolaayala9894 7 лет назад

Before I even watch the video, like and favorite for even making this.

@mariannaark5899 4 года назад

At first glance, the whole goblins and spells hoopla makes it seem like just another fantasy niche game, but in reality MTG is closer to a dressed up chess (and much more than that). I am very happy that it gets the analysis and respect it deserves! I cannot afford to even consider attempting to become a "pro" but I want to treat this as a very serious hobby and learn as much as I have time and energy to. I hope that one day I will be ready for these books!

@GrimR3eaper99 7 лет назад

Hey prof which one would u suggest to become a overall better magic player. I dont have money for formats such as standard, modern and legacy since im in university. I only play pauper and limited and was wondering which book was better for me?

@ForeverLaxx 7 лет назад

So I guess that "Of All Time" section belongs to the single Best Deckbuilder. Good to know.

@moritzgeusen3818 7 лет назад

Thanks for making me aware of those seemingly great books with an imo amazing video. I clicked on the link right away. Sadly the cheapest shipping costs for me living in Berlin(Germany) are about 18euros, which is honestly too much for me. Do you maybe know any other way to acquire the physical books or do you know the how the e-books feel in usage?

@TolarianCommunityCollege 7 лет назад

There are e-book options available, meaning you don't have to pay for shipping.

@H3y_Im_Rob 7 лет назад

That's all well and good professor, but I got a book that's a little better when it comes to the philosophy and strategy of a battle that's about $5.00 at your local B&N. It's called "The Art of War" by Sun Tzu and from what I've heard it's been pretty successful for past, what? 10 or so centuries?

@austinp8192 7 лет назад

Robert Perez I laughed relatively hard at your comedy.

@TheDuckOfManyThings 7 лет назад

I just laughed for longer than I should have.

@pokecool2257 7 лет назад

Robert Perez This comment. Amazing.

@RacinZilla003 7 лет назад

Sun Tzu is a hack!! Yi Sun Shin is where it's at! *Disclaimer! This comment is satire, the obvious real winner here is Adolf Hitler*

@thurmanlincoln3612 7 лет назад

Know thine enemy, dawg. - Thug Sun Tzu

@TouHakuTensei Год назад

3:53 - 4:17 Does it mean that I can use this to help me in different card games? Like, even if it is more focused on MtG strategies, the philosophy would still apply?

@thehermeticgnostic66 7 лет назад

could i use them for commander, or is it only for the normal formats like standart?

@captaindog7368 6 лет назад

Hey! If this is still a noticeable video to the college. Could you do more "Assumed Knowledge" videos. Your team would be perfect for those everything from forcing a google vocabulary (evergreen, hehe) to i dunno y'all are creative Tolarian Tutor me man!

@whatdothlife4660 7 лет назад

Chapin is such an intelligent and entertaining guy.

@scottcisek2376 6 лет назад

Can't find next level magic anywhere ordered the next level decking building though help professor lol

@nicholashaile3935 7 лет назад

Hi Professor! I am an avid EDH player. Would you still recommend these guides? I was thinking the deck building book may not follow the 100 card singleton format. Thanks! Keep up the great work!

@bigpapasmurf3359 7 лет назад

Given that you recommended these works for intermediate to advanced; would you consider these for a new player that has the basics down but has to learn solo? Other than mtgo and the duels series I do not have many face to face matches unless I make it to a fnm. Being a textbook style is great for me; I'm one of those learning is fun people, haha. Is it easy to section and take in small portions at a time, or is it more like a sprint out the gate style read? My worry is that it may be more alien to me with having little experience.

@Jux2p0ze 7 лет назад

Professor: what are your top picks for Magic the Gathering resources? I know there are a few players that have authored books and curious what your "reading list" for advanced Magic would look like.

@bored_zombie6675 7 лет назад

Nice, Christmas gift for me from me:P

@drmephistoscane 7 лет назад

are there any books that focus specifically on limited?

@TheRedKnightOfPain 7 лет назад

Proff. you get a higher res camera? it seems crisper

@youngmage 7 лет назад

that top is beautiful. where can i find one?

@TheNutCase657 7 лет назад

there's a section in the book called "Information Cascades in Magic Maybe I'm Just Lucky Like My Mother"? haha

@wierdo884 7 лет назад

sooo as a causal standard and mainly edh player for almost 5 years do these offer much if any relevance to me

@Wertercat 2 года назад

Do the eBook versions have any DRM or are they DRM-free so you can easily keep the files on hand for the future?

@robertashmead6512 7 лет назад

Great video I will but these books because of your review

@TolarianCommunityCollege 7 лет назад

Hope you find them as useful as I did!

@leica6502 7 лет назад

Hey i don't know if this is the right place to ask but do you have an PO box to send you stuff and would you sign a single card and mail it back?

@Kate-yd6nx 7 лет назад

DatSora His PO box is in the about section of his channel and is: Tolarian Community College P.O. Box 562 Brisbane CA 94005

@dinonicle97 7 лет назад

Gonna buy the deckbuilding book.

@nicholask7494 7 лет назад

why cant i find these anywhere else(other then starcitygames)????

@Nunubotz2 7 лет назад

what about the artworks books? they worth it?

@leolou6632 7 лет назад

i am considering to buy those books or not, because I only play French EDH and regular EDH. Maybe the book will not cover everything in EDH, and also concept in EDH are quite different compare to normal MTG.

@Sandalphonium 7 лет назад

Does the deck building book mention hyper geometric distribution? If so I might buy them.

@danielleifert2736 7 лет назад

I haven't read over it in a while, but I'm fairly certain there is a section on it.

@KeysofIDproductions 7 лет назад

Are the books more focused on 60 card decks and limited/draft play, or can these detailed tips be applied towards Commander deck building as well?

@TolarianCommunityCollege 7 лет назад

Focused more on 60 and 40 card decks, not so much for commander.

@joecrooks5103 7 лет назад

Do Menedian's gush book next!

@DonOrnstein 7 лет назад

Hi, I´m from Spain and not native english, I considere myself pretty decent at english and I wonder if this books have a very intrincate language or are comprehensible enough for me to read them without having stop every page to check words on a dictionary. Thanks for the help P.D. Spain is in europe americans

@brothersofthebackrow 7 лет назад

any new books yet?

@IamNotGangster 7 лет назад

Are the concepts in this material applicable to other card games or are they strictly related to MtG?

@NeoSamurai13 7 лет назад

Completely random question for you, Prof: Have you felt that producing RU-vid videos has affected the way that you teach? I have wondered if it has caused you to change your approach toward presenting and explaining ideas. I am a 5th semester history student from Denmark, and I certainly feel that many of my instructors could learn a lot from you. Thanks for the videos as always!

@vyuken362 7 лет назад

Is there a book of this quality for begginer-intermediate level?

@vantheman8050 7 лет назад

Where can I purchase these?

@TolarianCommunityCollege 7 лет назад

Link in the video description

@ColinMadison 7 лет назад

I have a personal goal to be a better card evaluator/brewer, but haven't read either book. Do you think it's okay to skip the first book and just get the deckbuilding one? Obviously there is value in the first book, but does the second book become less valuable without the first?