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Field Report: When Chaos Comes Chatting — Commander with Trying Casually Games & MTGMommy

 


🎭 Field Report: When Chaos Comes Chatting — Commander with Trying Casually Games & MTGMommy

Last night I joined the fine folks from Trying Casually Games and the always-dangerous MTGMommy for a wild round of Commander — and let me tell you, it was the best kind of chaos.

Both hosts were in full form: friendly table talk, good energy, and that “we’re all here to sling spells and laugh about it” vibe that makes their stream feel like a Commander night at your LGS — just with better lighting and a more opinionated chat.

Things started out smooth… until I lined up what might have been a beautifully timed boardwipe — the kind that makes the table groan and you smile just a little too much.

But then it happened.

The Twitch chat wasn't going to let that happen! They spent their points and changed everything.
And my glorious moment of strategic satisfaction went up in smoke.

Did I mind? Not even a little.

That’s Commander, baby — and honestly, the crowd involvement made it even better. Watching the chat react, speculate, and outright thwart my plans turned a good game into a memorable one. There’s nothing quite like being outplayed by a hive mind.

Everyone played tight, fun decks, and the energy stayed upbeat start to finish. Big shoutout to Trying Casually Games for hosting such a great space for community play, and to MTGMommy for bringing her trademark competitive edge without ever killing the vibe.

If you’re not already following them — fix that mistake.
👉 @TryingCasuallyGames on Twitch & YouTube
👉 @MTGMommy on Instagram

And while you’re at it, toss a like and sub to everyone from that table. The best games in Magic aren’t about who wins — they’re about who makes it memorable.

- Tibalt’s Apprentice 🔥
(Still nursing emotional damage from chat’s betrayal, but smiling about it.)

 

 

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