In this episode of Cardboard and Beyond, we gab with Rebecca Stoddard, the de facto queen of Flesh and Blood cosplay. In the “real” world, Rebecca works in banking. Despite having little love for her job, she recognizes it as the thing that facilitates what she really cares about: seeing the world, her hobbies, and the profoundly meaningful relationships she’s found along the way. Rachel also talks about the impact that cosplay and FAB have had on her life. She even clues us in on a costume that she’s been working on for some time but has yet to reveal.

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Join Bryce Platz from Arcane Games and Events as he sits down for intimate conversations with the biggest names in the world of the Flesh and Blood Trading Card Game. Bryce will talk with the people that make FAB the profound game and community that it is. From content creators, professional players, developers and beyond, he'll run the gamut. Better yet, he will access the humanity of each of his guests in order to honor the three-dimensional people that they are, despite their passion for a game with two-dimensional pieces.

This show is a product of Arcane Games and Events Website/Tickets: https://www.age.events #fabtcg #ageopen

In this episode of Cardboard and Beyond, we sit down with Joshua Scott, the Rules and Policy Manager at Legend Story Studios. With a background in computer science, a strategic mind sharpened by the game of Go, and a love for street art, Joshua brings a unique lens to the world of Flesh and Blood. We explore his journey into games, his carefully curated “boring” social media presence, and how all of it informs the way he approaches the rules that shape the game.Bryce and Joshua dive into the philosophy of policy, unpack some of the most notable rules updates in recent months, and even run through a live proofing session—where Joshua puts fictional card designs through the rigorous lens of the game’s framework.It’s a thoughtful look at the person behind the policy—and the principles that keep Flesh and Blood running smoothly.Joshua Scott Links:Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jjscott.nz

In the debut episode of Cardboard and Beyond, we sit down with Yuki Lee Bender—an accomplished Flesh and Blood player, dedicated teacher, and lover of all things snowy. We explore her path into card games, how skiing helps her reset, and the analytical mindset she brings to deckbuilding. Bryce and Yuki explore how curiosity, preparation, and discipline allow her to succeed where others are so uncomfortable: a brand new meta. Yuki shares how she embraces the uncertainty that comes with a blank canvas and turns it into an edge.

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Mitch “UberShouts” Leslie is a legend in Esports casting, with over a decade of experience across top-tier titles and a Play-by-Play Caster of the Year award in 2023. But beyond the mic, he’s a passionate TCG fan, a dedicated father, and a deep thinker on everything from personal growth to the evolution of esports. In this episode, we dive into his journey—from the highs of Overwatch League to the challenges of balancing career and fatherhood, plus his thoughts on the future of casting and Flesh and Blood. Don’t miss this insightful conversation with one of the industry’s best!

How do you teach Flesh and Blood in a way that actually sticks and feels inviting? Liv from Tea & TCG has built a space where lore, learning, and community come together over baked goods and good vibes. We talk about what makes a great teacher, how to welcome new players, and why casual play matters more than ever. Thoughtful, cozy, and full of great insight, this conversation shows how you grow the game one new player at a time.Tea & TCG Youtube: ‪@TeaAndTCG‬Patreon: / teaandtcg Twitter: https://x.com/TeaAndTCGThe AGE Open is an independent tournament circuit that aims to bring great games of Flesh and Blood to the west coast and beyond. The AGE Open series will be a year-long series with a prize pool of $10,000! The Open Series will consist of 8 AGE $1,000 Opens and will culminate at an end of the year Championship where the top 16 players will be invited to battle it out for $3,000 and the title of the AGE Open Series Champion.We've expanded to the East Coast! It's the same deal, only on the other side of the country. Tickets for AGE East events are available at: east.age.events
Website/Tickets: https://www.age.eventsBlue Sky: @arcaneevents.bsky.socialStandings: standings.age.eventsDecklists: decklists.age.events