that detail about the kimono at 15:55 is the type of cultural blind spot that could so easily be overlooked without a consultant. I really appreciate Mendez Hodes' insights here.
@TheDinkelist2 жыл бұрын
Hopefully that also fix the naming issues as well.
@lucatdcat87202 жыл бұрын
Wow, they really hearted a comment
@DanielRiveroPadilla2 жыл бұрын
Man, I would love a dive into all the art as it was with the ramping growth video.
@AnnoyingNewslettersPage62 жыл бұрын
I'm looking into the kimono detail as it seems similar to the Western convention that women's blouses have the buttons on the opposite side, for ease of a retainer helping to dress a lady. It would seem that reversing the kimono in a similar fashion would help the burakumin involved in the funerary rites, much like some of the ways morticians cheat the clothing onto the deceased in order to make them presentable for viewing. I'm also reminded of the Army tradition of never putting the US of a wool blanket on top, as it supposedly signified a bunk that was now vacant due to the previous soldier's death. I don't know the veracity of the tradition, but I know sergeants major would throw the biggest of fits over little details like that.
@RhysticStudies2 жыл бұрын
@@AnnoyingNewslettersPage6 those are really cool insights. thank you for sharing.
@user-qd8pb2xq7j2 жыл бұрын
Guys you should totally sell these World Guides to different worlds for all of us lore fanatics and those who roleplay using magic planes.
@Flailkerrin2 жыл бұрын
I had the same thought, always love seeing the concept art and direction that led to products. Then again, who knows, perhaps a lot of effort from certain World Guides have indeed translated into the base for some of the D&D supplements, for instance!
@androkguz2 жыл бұрын
Check out the Planar Guides. I have them for dominaria, innistrad, zendikar and ixalan
@user-qd8pb2xq7j2 жыл бұрын
@@androkguz I those were more of an artbook without any info. Also they get sold out in a couple of days in my LGS
@rolandking6402 жыл бұрын
The DnD books are nice
@SimplyStuart942 жыл бұрын
that was my first thought too! I doubt they will though, because as the base of it's IPs i think releasing the core concepts of them it might make it too easy to copy/knockoff
@bobbyfasciano41372 жыл бұрын
Makes me so happy to see the writers of magic getting the spotlight here. Can’t wait for what is looking to be a really well done, well researched story. Thanks guys!
@markmason22162 жыл бұрын
I liked the line "There's a difference between the lies we tell to and about ourselves and the lies we tell to and about others" Neat concept.
@rachelh70362 жыл бұрын
I'm writing this one down too, I thought it was a really profound by simplified way to talk about the process of writing fictional stories involving a culture that is not one's own.
@Spice8Rack2 жыл бұрын
This was a fantastic piece and I would LOVE to see more!
@DeronHargrove2 жыл бұрын
Found out about this from your recent video, so thank you!
@maxryan1862 жыл бұрын
@@DeronHargrove ditto!
@Ghaz0132 жыл бұрын
These roundtables should be done for every set!
@AcePlaysTCGs2 жыл бұрын
Seconded. I would've loved to have seen one for Kaldheim. Hopefully this becomes a new trend.
@benediktbruck66932 жыл бұрын
This was way more interesting than I thought. For all the criticism that I have towards WotC I have much respect for them to spend money and hire a cultural consultant I hoe this will be the norm for the future in Magic and other media. Seriously please Give us like a 2 hr podcast to let James Mendez Hodes talk about his work and especially his thoughts on breaking into Magic and old Kamigawa
@CHEFPKR2 жыл бұрын
This was fantastic. You already had my attention but now you have my money.
@rayray-vf2wt2 жыл бұрын
Love seeing this kind of content for sets. Makes me even more excited for Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty
@7abian2 жыл бұрын
agreed!
@itsazombiethingsgaming11072 жыл бұрын
I'm glad to see Rats by at least the art returning and hopefully Snakes get alot of representation in this set.
@craigwalters6282 жыл бұрын
Snakes doesn’t seem to fitting in all honesty unless they’re cyber snakes lol
@Bagmon2 жыл бұрын
Snakes are in! 12:28 and 13:02
@KalElelVigilant2 жыл бұрын
I feel this is the best new set linked MTG extra content I've ever seen. Leagues over everything else, entertaining as it was
@darkmystic77642 жыл бұрын
Talks about showing respect to the source material. As a proud Scandinavian I wonder where this respect was when you guys made Kaldheim.
@stevenjoubertofficial2 жыл бұрын
Cultural consultants are only necessary when dealing with marginalized minority groups… Scandinavians are basically just white people. They already know everything they need to know about white people. *sarcasm*
@TheAlwaysPrepared2 жыл бұрын
Thak you sir for voicing my opinion!
@Big_Dai6 ай бұрын
They didn't even respect the original Kamigawa
@ZachHayesRB2 жыл бұрын
God, I'm so excited for this set. The art looks incredible. I love the approach Wizards has taken to making the cultural references authentic and respectful. Pls release this set already.
@verlandes12 жыл бұрын
Really a mature decision to bring on cultural consultants to the set. Makes me excited!
@Big_Dai6 ай бұрын
What for!? Kamigawa was originally made by people from the outside, bringing a distorted and interesting perspective to what Japanese culture really is. Now they went out of their way to ground it more into reality just to please foreign markets, and to revert that magic touch that created it in the first place? No wonder Neon Dynasty SUCKED as a Kamigawa set.
@lordosis56502 жыл бұрын
Art director looking like an art director. Rounded spectacles, tight fitting sweater, coffee in hand.
@MasonzeroDigitalWorks2 жыл бұрын
he's also done some awesome MTG art, I love my signed Daghatar the Adamant by him :)
@hanfjord2 жыл бұрын
Please do this kind of video for each subsequent premier set, at least. I enjoyed hearing each panel members' experience, and particularly appreciated James Mendez Hodes's contributions to the discussion as a cultural consultant. I'm planning to recommend selections from this video as evidence of careful DEI work for future iterations of a Master's course I recently taught.
@jonathanroberts93532 жыл бұрын
Loved listening to Mendes speak on how they wanted to avoid misrepresenting cultures. Goes to show how awesome and accurate Neon Dynasty will be!
@calebhalbrook7882 жыл бұрын
Does anybody know if wotc publishes their world guide books that gets mentioned at 6:07 ? Seems like a really cool keep sake for people who really care about the aesthetics and artistic decisions that bring a plane or story to life
@thevoidknight2 жыл бұрын
I dont think they do, though that would be really neat to have. The closest thing I can think of is the art of [plane name] book line.
@gustavowadaslopes24792 жыл бұрын
I wonder if it would help push for more fan-art of mtg.
@thevoidknight2 жыл бұрын
@@gustavowadaslopes2479 Yeah! Every time I look at one of those books I just itch to make something like their art.
@JazzyBassy2 жыл бұрын
@@thevoidknight The art books do have lore and stories in them, I remember Ravnica's had a lot of info of the lead-up to War of the Spark
@thevoidknight2 жыл бұрын
@@JazzyBassy Oh ok! I must have forgotten. Maybe I should give some a read again.
@jonathanpeterson12 жыл бұрын
Bushido was weak because the creatures were overcosted 1-3 cmc, not because the mechanic did not function well…
@faerie7dragon2 жыл бұрын
There is an issue when a mechanic is tied to combat yet it doesn't help you do more damage to your opponent. Also how they would die to damage removal since part of their stats were locked behind creature combat. Mechanics that depend on your opponent usually just don't work.
@AcePlaysTCGs2 жыл бұрын
@@faerie7dragon Hence why daybound/nightbound happened, right? well, with the celestus and ways to force the gameplay.
@AnnoyingNewslettersPage62 жыл бұрын
Ice Age's Chub Toad was the original Bushido 2 creature. 🙂 Chub toad, chub toad at the door, Run away quick or you'll run no more.
@jonathanpeterson12 жыл бұрын
@@faerie7dragon I disagree. Dies to removal is a weak excuse. Yes, they don’t directly help you deal more damage to the opponent, but they do allow your creatures to survive your opponents creatures in combat. Which in a way, does allow more damage potential via having multiple combat phases.
@faerie7dragon2 жыл бұрын
@@jonathanpeterson1 Assuming you get blocked, else your samurai stays a dinky 2/1, for extra combats to matter, they would need to be blocked and survive several times. Extremely clunky, cute though.
@miketrandesign2 жыл бұрын
Really impressed with how much game, culture, and design decisions went into making this set. Super excited for the Kamigawa Neon Dynasty set.
@JammerSoul2 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to seeing how Magic The Gathering can expand into new cultures and develop cultural appreciation with a spin
@kheplol2 жыл бұрын
Super excited for this release! It's been awhile and this trailer looks amazing.
@0w3n422 жыл бұрын
This should be done for every set! I loved it! Also, this guide they’re talking about would be a hit as a product
@TimmytheSorcerer2 жыл бұрын
Very interesting look inside about how wotc develops a set. Love to see that they really took a deep step into Japanese culture and history to create depth in this expansion! On a side note, can you imagine that Jesper Myrfors did this all on his own for the set The Dark and what a great set that is!! Still one of the most breathtaking sets, especially in its thematics.
@leo_augusto2 жыл бұрын
OMG! this world is amazing
@dronjr11892 жыл бұрын
Naw it’s gay af
@Big_Dai6 ай бұрын
And it wasn't Kamigawa..
@CaptainRoBear2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely one of my favorite pieces of content ya'll have put out. I could listen to these behind the world building sessions for hours. Well done, everyone involved!
@Invictus-Solaris2 жыл бұрын
Waiting for this set to release already is so frustrating…
@Commander_Skullblade2 жыл бұрын
It doesn't help that there's an extra wait due to the quick release of Innistrad: Crimson Vow.
@cuccooverlord98122 жыл бұрын
@@Commander_Skullblade It felt more like a 2 set block. Kamigawa should have that as well if theres any justice (and I didnt hate Innistrad btw) instead of moving to an entirely different plane.
@AnnoyingNewslettersPage62 жыл бұрын
@@Commander_Skullblade Did that affect the release date at all? From what I saw they were planning on giving us those two sets back to back for a while, and if it wasn't going to be Kamigawa for January it would have been something else.
@Commander_Skullblade2 жыл бұрын
@@AnnoyingNewslettersPage6 It's merely psychological. The wait is longer even if it's going to happen at the same time anyway.
@clgnv51682 жыл бұрын
I mean, that's it guys, Wizard finally becoming really good in communication ! Well done, the hype is reaal
@JakeGeeksOut2 жыл бұрын
Pleasantly realized that James has Filipino roots with that awesome Barong Tagalog he is wearing!🔥💯🥰🇵🇭
@comsiege41132 жыл бұрын
Am I the only one wary of all these changes and art directions? We now have Orochi without feet, samurai without bushido, Kitsune with elongated faces, robotic rats driving motorcycles, DJs, good Ogres, spirits that dont look like spirits, Kappas (even though they are suppose to be extinct) etc. I am a huge Kamigawa fan but this so far doesnt feel like my Kamigawa.
@Big_Dai6 ай бұрын
Congratulations! Only comment on this video that shows a bit of foresight.
@SuicideKingImmortal2 жыл бұрын
This seems like the pinnacle of top down design development. Taking real world inspiration, looking into its cultural and geopolitical nuance, and focusing on the human expression of these nuances. Phenomenal stuff WotC I can't wait to see it all delivered!
@soothingyou80952 жыл бұрын
The fact that we're getting a more in depth view of how the world building goes in progress is fantastic!
@Holameamigo9912 жыл бұрын
If the set is half as interesting as this conversation, Neon Dynasty will be an A+
@nickjoeb2 жыл бұрын
It'd be cool if you linked an image gallery of all the images you shared at the end of the stream.
@arttucker66782 жыл бұрын
This is what we need for each set! They could have easily just slapped some ninja's onto cards to "give the people what they want". Well done.
@cbinsyd2 жыл бұрын
This is an excellent video, makes me really appreciate the effort being put into the world.
@asmund84362 жыл бұрын
This is really interesting! Honestly, I’d love to see something like this for every set!
@meant092 жыл бұрын
I could easily listen to another three hours of this.
@heliomaciel2 жыл бұрын
This really was the best video I have ever seen Wizards make about an incoming set. Normally these are cringy as hell, but this was interesting and insightful. Congratulations!
@rennac31522 жыл бұрын
Facts, guess they finally got the message
@cuccooverlord98122 жыл бұрын
Happy that they teased future kamigawa sets. Count me in.
@lucatdcat87202 жыл бұрын
Let's hope the gameplay mechanics aren't as broken as Cyberpunk 2077
@TrainmasterGT2 жыл бұрын
Broken in a nonfunctional way or broken in a powerful way?
@lucatdcat87202 жыл бұрын
@@TrainmasterGT Broken in a way that just ruins all of the expectations and hopes I had for it
@TrainmasterGT2 жыл бұрын
@@lucatdcat8720 the set has Ninjutsu. It’s automatically not going to be broken that badly 😉
@ChiralWolf2 жыл бұрын
This was an incredible peek behind the curtain. I'd greatly look forward to getting more content like this to fill the gaps between releases rather than a more drawn out spoiler season. This is a healthy way to build hype without contributing to burn out
@MTGUnpacked2 жыл бұрын
Cool to get some background on the development of the set before the torrent of spoilers begins. Incredible artwork too!🤩
@Commander_Skullblade2 жыл бұрын
Can't wait for Jin-Gitaxias, Reality Hacker
@kevinsimmons53432 жыл бұрын
I’ve NEVER been more excited for a set in 12 years of playing magic!
@ty_sylicus2 жыл бұрын
This was a great panel. Thank you and your teams for all the hard work and efforts put into this glorious return to Kamigawa!
@soulslayer98522 жыл бұрын
Kamigawa looks amazing so far only thing we haven't seen any hint at tribal wise is will there be snake folk (hoping yes) they deserve some love ^~^
@brendanfenech81772 жыл бұрын
If you scroll through the images in the link, you'll see confirmation of at least one legendary orochi Mr Soul Slayer
@Mil89GR2 жыл бұрын
I think nezumi rats are coming back.
@rosedoesntknow18532 жыл бұрын
They build sets to sell singles to Commander players. Tribal support won't sell powerful singles. If you ask me, the technology clashes with Magic's esthetic so hard, I'd buy a box just to burn it, if it didn't give Wizards my money in the process.
@Mil89GR2 жыл бұрын
@@rosedoesntknow1853 I am pretty sure there are powerful singles and expensive ones for tribal -Morophon, Urza's incubator, herald's horn,coat of arms, door to nothingness to name a few. The reason why WotC do not do tribal decks anymore is because they are afraid that they will get out of hand like how they did with Edgar Markov and UrDragon deck back in the day when they were released in 2017.
@steveprescott6962 жыл бұрын
Did you watch the video? They show a couple images of snakefolk and even mention briefly how they updated their design. Theyre in there.
@HudsonDoodle2 жыл бұрын
After 8 years away this set is bringing me back to MTG. And to now know the amount of work and care and cultural sensitivity and knowledge that went into this set, not just by Mendez Hodes (who is amazing) but by WOTC for leveraging a culture consultant in this way as well as the rest of this team, makes me even more excited to rejoin the MTG community (and to get all the cards in this set).
@AeternusNox.2 жыл бұрын
Yes! Left-handed representation! Not that big of a deal, but cool to hear they were considering in the use of weapons.
@Big_Dai6 ай бұрын
OMG! You couldn't possibly go on living, or talk to other humans.. if there wasn't representation for something completely pointless to mention.
@Omnivxrse2 жыл бұрын
I was already excited for this set, but watching this video just brought my excitement to the next level
@Tomonster142 жыл бұрын
The art for this set is amazing. I think I’m going to have to budget for a few more play-mats.
@kelseylin17972 жыл бұрын
Nobody: Wotc:Yeah hey guys uhh we got shiny kamigawa Literally everyone:Shut up and take my treasure tokens
@Big_Dai6 ай бұрын
Ugh....
@markgrochowicz40982 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed this look behind what came to be Kamigawa Neon Dynasty. Thanks everyone involved in making this set!
@CrypticBore2 жыл бұрын
This was really cool. I only clicked the video because of jimmy but im so glad i did.
@davimalmeida72 жыл бұрын
I wonder if they algo got a real Vampire as Cultural consultant to avoid mistakes in Crimson Vow
@TheAlwaysPrepared2 жыл бұрын
😆
@shaneculbertson40552 жыл бұрын
This community is so amazing I love magic the gathering I grew up playing tabletop magic with family. Something I look forward to is seeing more wonderful ideas. And Avacyn Angel of Hope. I look forward to the day when I see Avacyn on MTG Arena. *If she already is I'm a fool and can't find her lol.
@joshuadunham30182 жыл бұрын
Like so many good cards she isn't there. :/
@YaoBao12 жыл бұрын
Massive love for the care given to the cultural origins of Kamigawa that are being discussed in this video! As someone interested in Asian culture, I really appreciate how, at least in the conception of the set, you really sought to not take the easy way out but instead double down on representing the culture you're aiming to portray. This only makes me more excited to experience Neon Dynasty and relish in the artwork and the flavor of the set!
@moralessanchezoscarelias64122 жыл бұрын
I'm so amazed with the depth that the cultural consultants are bringing to this set. I'm excited to discover more of this fresh yet traditional identity of Kamigawa!
@7abian2 жыл бұрын
I genually enjoyed this round table and am impressed about the depths with which the cultural consultant has been implemented in the creation of this set.
@osoaioi2 жыл бұрын
really like this format of interviews, its very straight to the point and a lot of good information i hope you do more of them
@skear00732 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much WOTC for taking the time to ensure the set is representative of Japanese culture
@ClassMRule2 жыл бұрын
i really wish they gave more time to the rest of the table to speak, as much as we appreciate Mendez's contributions it felt like most of the discussion was focused on what he had to say. Which is great for a one-on-one format interview, but kinda disappointing in a roundtable discussion.
@Junothegamerfox2 жыл бұрын
Many of my friends said that giving a future aesthetic was gonna kill it by needing to include firearms but this just proves my point that just because technology progresses doesn't mean all tech progresses. Like in the art provided I have not seen a single gun at all. So it's still swords and sorcery and fantasy and no guns.
@IceMetalPunk2 жыл бұрын
I think it's also a bit narrow-minded to assume that guns, drones, etc. are the inevitable destination for weapon technology. A tech-enhanced sword could destroy a standard firearm, with the right tech.
@JanterCyrano2 жыл бұрын
@@IceMetalPunk in Dune, firearms are almost useless because of the shields, instead Blades are top weapons
@Big_Dai6 ай бұрын
If a DJ didn't ruin it for you, then I don't think you can really appreciate what your friend was saying..
@brandonmoody94012 жыл бұрын
I would've loved to hear more from Emily. She said like 10 sentences throughout the whole thing. I love the concept behind videos like this, but make sure everyone gets their turn with the talking stick, and that no one gets just put at the table for an attempt at "diversity". I'm sure she had many things to say, but none of the questions were offered to her. Magic is played by all kinds of people, so do better at showing us that it's made by all kinds, too.
@Flailkerrin2 жыл бұрын
In all likelihood this was a longer discussion cut down to a tighter 26 mins, but I agree it's unfortunate we didn't hear much from Emily. Honestly, I'd love a series of one on ones with somebody like Jimmy or Gavin Verhey just chatting for an hour with various leads such as her about each set!
@datastorm172 жыл бұрын
the art wow! i might need this whole set
@kuruk_war2 жыл бұрын
I was so worried they where gonna nock out the coffe or water 😳
@foreal77122 жыл бұрын
So if Bushido isn’t coming back how are Samurai going to become stronger/supported? I just want a good multicolor Samurai commander that can compete with my friend’s Yuriko deck.
@FifthStreetBand2 жыл бұрын
Excellent! Wonderfully presented, love all the cultural backstory and research for integrity. So looking forward to all the art and imagery!!
@darthowl1002 жыл бұрын
At 13:11 Please release all this art! There is so much more art in this video that is just a shame that it didnt make it to a card.
@mjdayetube2 жыл бұрын
Ohh, now I'm excited for this set.
@ItsZebulon2 жыл бұрын
My man Mendez appreciating the importance of distinguishing that some would say the end of the warring states period is the battle of Sekigahara, but really its 1615 with the fall of Osaka castle which marked the end of the Toyotomi line. DAMN THAT'S SEXY!!
@XxermandxX2 жыл бұрын
Waiting for the new JIn-Gitaxias!!
@TheCartajay2 жыл бұрын
Makes me wonder if they will make masterpiece Umezawa's jitte or original kamigawa dragons
@jnoll59752 жыл бұрын
Bushido is a nice strong ability 🙇🏻♂️🔥
@drewom94042 жыл бұрын
It's just kicker.
@gidsdelloro33682 жыл бұрын
I’m just happy they finally corrected the placement of the Soratami long ears which should be on the side of the head based on Ittoku’s original concept arts and not on the forehead, which makes absolutely no sense. This always irked me. Now if they will only update Tamiyo…
@42VictorPessoa2 жыл бұрын
Love this type of content! Amazing video. Ty
@IceMetalPunk2 жыл бұрын
The aesthetics and art of this set are absolutely beautiful! I just hope there's a neat game-mechanical representation of the cyberpunk future tech in addition to the ninjutsu representing traditional Japanese warfare.
@DoublePhilip2 жыл бұрын
Sensei's Divining Top necklece. Is that an easter egg? Are we going to get a Sensei's Divining Top reprint? 🤔
@polyommata2 ай бұрын
god i wish wizards would do this kind of round table every set, even just generic "medieval fantasy" and unpack why they wanted the world to be like its ended up with some relevent experts and magic community members in the conversation
@itsjustpaper2 жыл бұрын
I love this so much!
@EndStepMTG2 жыл бұрын
Extremely happy to see how amazing this set is being handled. I hope we continue to get videos like this and see this level of detail in every set. Thank you MTG!
@ZionStudiosPH2 жыл бұрын
brotha man lowkey wore a barong with a scarf i love it !!
@JO111902 жыл бұрын
Nice, I enjoy these videos that explain the creative process. Really makes you enjoy the final product more.
@TheSushiandme2 жыл бұрын
Buying 2 set boosters. So excited
@joeridgechua2 жыл бұрын
Best world since Inistrad from 2010.
@DctrJimbo2 жыл бұрын
I’m very upset there wasn’t a consultant for the zombies on inistard
@killingrange20512 жыл бұрын
I saw it for the first time but it's very interesting . Subtitle help me . 見ててわくわくした、日本語字幕も助かる。 I think there is ( a ) mistake . "「Kodido Sudio」" , japanese subtitle at 18:39 , should be written as "「工画堂スタジオ」" .
@lastnamefirstname86552 жыл бұрын
this is so nice. great job mtg.
@jacknelson86402 жыл бұрын
Oh my god thank you so much Wizards ! ❤️ MOOONNFOLKKKKK ❤️❤️❤️
@MetFreak422 жыл бұрын
Dude... Jimmy Wong reminds me so much of Grant Imahara (R.I.P.), I had to do a double take. 😢
@TimStamper892 жыл бұрын
If there's a comander with a Naginata I'm going to be very happy as I've always loved the way that pole arm looks
@shaneculbertson40552 жыл бұрын
Please talk about the Arena economy, I don't have any problems but the community wants you to address it.
@violetlazuli39982 жыл бұрын
This was fantastic and I hope we get a video like this for at least every new plane but ideally all of them. Also artbook/world guide is a must, so amazing. Loved this world since the original and the new stuff is somehow looking even better
@TangibleTravis2 жыл бұрын
Informative and entertaining! Please continue this type of panel for future sets. In fact, please visit previous sets with those that took part in similar set build groups. I’d love to see a discussion surrounding Kaldheim!
@AnnoyingNewslettersPage62 жыл бұрын
With the main cultural consultant and the additional cultural consultants they utilized, does that mean we won't have redundant names like Ryusei ”Dragon Star” the Falling Star? I had a Japanese studies friend who that was his biggest pet peeve about Kamigawa.
@MTGABrewLab2 жыл бұрын
WOWOWOWOWOWO! I'm so AMPED, the art is INSANE!
@GatheringTheMagicYT2 жыл бұрын
BIG fan of this! Please do this for future sets!!
@cardboarddummy40582 жыл бұрын
I love the flavor of Kamigawa. We need to go back already!