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UnCommon Cards

UnCommon Cards

By: Timothy Clark - UnCommon Cards
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A series of interviews and discussions with the best One Piece TCG players across the world. Available on Youtube too -> https://www.youtube.com/@Un_CommonCards© 2025 Timothy Clark - UnCommon Cards
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  • Episode 15: Oceania National Champion Jasper chats OPTCG.
    Sep 4 2025

    Hello Card Fans,

    🔗 Links 🔗

    Jasper ➡️ https://x.com/Adachi_1370
    Our Twitter ➡️ https://x.com/un_common_cards
    Our YouTube ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/@Un_CommonCards

    In this conversation, Jasper, the current Australian champion of One Piece, shares his journey from playing Vanguard to becoming a top player in One Piece.

    He discusses his early successes, preparation for major tournaments, and the importance of training camps. Jasper also reflects on the competitive scene, the impact of luck in his victories, and the significance of community support.

    He emphasises the need for mental strategies during tournaments and shares insights on deck preferences and future aspirations in the evolving meta.

    👉 Takeaways 👈

    🚨 Jasper transitioned from Vanguard to One Piece for a more challenging experience.
    🚨 Luck plays a significant role in card games, as Jasper experienced during Nationals.
    🚨 Training camps in Indonesia provide a competitive edge due to advanced meta knowledge.
    🚨 Community support is crucial for success in competitive card games.
    🚨 Mental strategies, such as staying calm, are essential during tournaments.
    🚨 Jasper's early success in One Piece was aided by transferable skills from Vanguard.
    🚨 The global release of One Piece will enhance community engagement.
    🚨 Jasper emphasises the importance of reflection and learning from past games.
    🚨 He aims to retain his title at Nationals, acknowledging the increasing competition.
    🚨 Deck preferences evolve with the meta, and Jasper is excited about new cards.

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    36 mins
  • Episode 14: Chatting with the Adelaide Regionals Winner, Nicholas Heilbronn.
    Aug 26 2025

    Hello Card Fans!

    In this chat, Nick Heilbronn shares his journey from competitive Yu-Gi-Oh player to becoming a champion in One Piece, discussing his experiences at the Adelaide Regionals, strategies for preparation, and insights into the mental aspects of competitive play. He emphasizes the importance of testing, understanding matchups, and learning from mistakes while looking forward to future events and the impact of the upcoming ban-list.

    You can follow Nicholas on X -> https://x.com/nicholasheilbr2

    You can follow us on X -> https://x.com/un_common_cards
    You can follow us on YouTube -> https://www.youtube.com/@Un_CommonCards

    Key Takeaways

    👉 Nick transitioned from Yu-Gi-Oh to One Piece due to friends' influence.
    👉 He has achieved multiple top finishes in competitive play.
    👉 Consistency in performance can be both a positive and a negative.
    👉 Preparation and understanding matchups are crucial for success.
    👉 Mental resilience is key during high-stakes matches.
    👉 Learning from mistakes is essential for growth in competitive play.
    👉 Testing with a group enhances understanding of different decks.
    👉 The upcoming banlist could significantly impact deck choices.
    👉 The global release of new sets will change the competitive landscape.
    👉 Nick enjoys the social aspect of card games alongside competition.

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    41 mins
  • Episode 13: Noos and Tim Chat OPTCG
    Aug 19 2025

    Hello Card Fans!

    In this episode we chat with Noos.

    For most people in Oceania, Noos would be a familiar face. Constantly around the top and winning several regional events, most are familiar with Noos and his slightly off-meta picks.

    Through the episode we chat about his journey in the One Piece card game, discussing his experiences, strategies, and the importance of coaching. Noos emphasises the significance of having fun while playing, the value of understanding the meta, and the role of fundamentals in achieving success.

    The episode ends with thoughts on his favourite decks and aspirations for the future.

    Be sure to like/subscribe/follow across all our socials below 👇

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    36 mins
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