MTG Best Deck Boxes 28 - Ultra Pro Ravnica Alcove, The Card Bearer Tactician, Zoopin, and Grimoire.

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@ExtremeMedium 4 жыл бұрын

0:05 - 0:19 Many Magic the Gathering players ask the question, how did Prof learn to flow like that?

@LandonTheDM 4 жыл бұрын

He's got that good English and literary game.

@DanMigala 4 жыл бұрын

I actually have no idea what he even said, its getting to be a bit too much imo.

@Kidynamo123 4 жыл бұрын

The power of metrical verse!

@ethansmith2040 4 жыл бұрын

He was an English prof

@lilfiendz 4 жыл бұрын

Prof got bars 🔥🔥🔥

@StringsNStrands 4 жыл бұрын

"Pros: is a box" same.

@daltondee5666 4 жыл бұрын

Imagine having a product you think might go somewhere and get straight up roasted by the Prof. 😂

@Humstuck 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah prof mentionned it in a video a while back. That some companies didn't like that. I don't know if it changed.

@Pandahboymtg 4 жыл бұрын

If these companies can't take the Prof's criticism to make their product better then they probably don't care about the product or their customers. I like that the Prof is sometimes brutally honest when it comes to these products because then we don't have to pay money for junk. *cough* ultraproOpus *cough*

@87channels 4 жыл бұрын

At least they're trying tho

@CyberBuster93 4 жыл бұрын

Card Box Manufacturers: *exists* Professor: I'm about to destroy this mans entire career

@jetsetradio5441 4 жыл бұрын

@@CyberBuster93 Literally.

@Leo-pr7ly 4 жыл бұрын

Golgari: the Guild of Death. Ultrapro: Yeah, soft pastel-green seems fitting.

@blindey 4 жыл бұрын

They do find beauty in death and decay though but yeah.

@strahlungsopfer 4 жыл бұрын

I thought the same, the green needs to be darker

@BlueCrashFigurineHoldingWumpa 4 жыл бұрын

@The Illuminaughty good point

@WheelDragon 4 жыл бұрын

Likewise, but in reverse. I wished the selesyna green was more vibrant

@unnamed628 4 жыл бұрын

Whyyy is the selesnya one so dark ;;

@thewitchsfamiliar 4 жыл бұрын

I have a feeling that Ultra Pro has been doing these sorts of tests, just to Professor-proof their products

@williamzhang153 4 жыл бұрын

11:56 *The Prof jumping around testing the bag* Me across the street staring:"...."

@prodicalking 4 жыл бұрын

Watching the professor shake deck boxes is honestly one of the funniest things to look forward to on KZfaq for me.

@karinawestmoreland8268 4 жыл бұрын

Jesus Prof, those UltraPro boxes put up a big fight. I might have to get one for my new Anje deck

@DeaconClash5000 4 жыл бұрын

I can confirm that the magnets are terrific. I have the Selesnya and Gruul ones and they both feel like tanks.

@peewee130946 4 жыл бұрын

Matthew Westmoreland I have one it’s a pain in the ass to open because the magnets are sooooo strong

@Aldrnari956 4 жыл бұрын

I had the same thought. I picked up the Anje deck mainly to break it down for parts, but I ended up liking it and realized how powerful she is as a commander. Now I'm looking at upgrading it significantly and getting nicer storage for it and the Rakdos box here looks perfect

@QuartzIsAnOxide 4 жыл бұрын

What did they use? Flex tape?

@odioalospoopers 4 жыл бұрын

They learn to overdo from dragon shield

@Leo-pr7ly 4 жыл бұрын

0:05 - 0:19 allright Eminem, come out, we know you are behind the scenes.

@kabelguy70 3 жыл бұрын

A plaque and platinum status is whack if he's not the baddest

@pokenutter 4 жыл бұрын

Is it me, or is Ultra-Pro taking these videos as a challenge?

@MrSocrates_ 4 жыл бұрын

If it is, that's great. Prof is very honest in these video series and seems to work great as a reference.

@odioalospoopers 4 жыл бұрын

Well, when the series began their products were borderline garbage, now they're getting better and better...

@lokedoutphiend6512 4 жыл бұрын

Prolly

@crandoodledaddy.6243 4 жыл бұрын

@@odioalospoopers ive had an ultra pro 100card leather/felt flip box since scars block and im still using it for edh best deck box ive ever had

@kingnong7323 4 жыл бұрын

I feel like they are

@tuongpham7609 4 жыл бұрын

Wait. Ultra pro is giving us good quality shit? From satin to eclipse. Im proud of ultra pro.

@LeKrutes 4 жыл бұрын

Its aboud time. Took them long enough.

@MostUndignified 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, what are those? Eclipsed and satins? Are these sleeve products from ultrapro? Would you recommend them? I'm trying to find alternatives to dragonshields which I've found pretty bad for shuffling, and I can't get access to hareruya's.

@WoWhunter007 4 жыл бұрын

@@MostUndignified Ultra Pro's Eclipse series of sleeves. Among the best in terms of shuffle feel and protection, but they dull out foils quite a bit.

@StephenRHayes 4 жыл бұрын

@@MostUndignified I switched all of my decks over to the new Katana sleeves by Ultimate Guard. I believe they are the best sleeves on the market, but the Eclipse sleeves by Ultra Pro are not far behind.

@victort.2583 4 жыл бұрын

Ultra Pro Satin Towers are type of deck box that are really well-liked - they're super durable and are pretty affordable (around $10). Ultra Pro Eclipse sleeves are high quality card sleeves that are durable, smooth, and have opaque backs (some sleeves are just clear enough to see the card back, which can get you in trouble for using marked cards). They're really good products all-around, and are definitely recommendable.

@Pandahboymtg 4 жыл бұрын

The Professor throwing around deck boxes like Rudy throws sealed booster boxes. Lol

@cloud2065 4 жыл бұрын

Your content is literally the best thing I've seen for a TCG. I truly mean it. Keep it up, please! Good work!

@bobrashley5936 4 жыл бұрын

Watching you shake those Ravnican deck boxes at x2 speed was fantastic.

@2Toadz 4 жыл бұрын

You bastard. I tried it and haven't stopped laughing yet! LOOOL

@berndb3141 4 жыл бұрын

"Why didn't I have a playmat down? Oh my god, my beautiful desk." Ha haa, never stop beeing you, Prof. Thanks for all the hard work to test these products for us. Great information and production value.

@coreysierchio4650 4 жыл бұрын

This is why Tatican gave hima playmat.

@kurowasanabe 4 жыл бұрын

Rip nice desk. You weren't double sleeved and paid the price.

@theearwyrm6105 4 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love your product testing videos! Seeing the products in all their glory/failures has been very helpful in avoiding purchasing anything that long term I would regret. Please keep up these great videos!

@RedBairnMedia 4 жыл бұрын

Love the look of the UP guild boxes. Don't love that they almost gave the Prof a hernia.

@chuggarugga3715 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for pointing out the Zoopin one was a box it was very helpful

@shawndiaz7528 4 жыл бұрын

I know this is a miniscule nitpick, but it's funny that buying the library + nexus combo and the quiver separately saves you one penny over the combo with all 3.

@ForeverLaxx 4 жыл бұрын

You would think a bundle purchase would cost less to encourage people to spend more than they may otherwise, but nope. They don't get regular pricing, let alone bundle pricing.

@alfyb4512 4 жыл бұрын

But, but... I really enjoy shaking my deck box when I go into my LGS...

@WheelDragon 4 жыл бұрын

You do you. You do you

@crap1521 4 жыл бұрын

It’s pretty unfortunate that the card bearer was so expensive. That’s kind of thing is really cool in my opinion and I really like it but unfortunately it’s outside of my budget

@rawpower2025 4 жыл бұрын

Even the Quiver part is a bit pricey for me. I mean I CAN but... The ol' mat tube could do fine enough I suppose.

@StormCraftable 3 жыл бұрын

If you try to order this to germany, you will pay double because of shipping...

@mkol1998 4 жыл бұрын

Prof should make an 80's workout video based on shaking deckboxes.

@jimhopkins3972 4 жыл бұрын

This is probably the best thing I've ever seen you do. Love the Consumer Reports testing. :)

@birdmanbartman 4 жыл бұрын

I was watching at 11:45 with Africa by toto in the background and i loved the little dance Prof did to the tune.

@beanslinger6 4 жыл бұрын

Your suggestion of the Amazon camera bag a few years ago led me to the best source for deck bags/carriers...camera bags/lens cases from Goodwill! Thank you!

@TiltedSquare 4 жыл бұрын

I saw the alcove guild deck boxes at a local lga and I was super apprehensive to get it until this review. Thanks, Prof!

@dragonreaper9288 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks professor I was looking at those Guild boxes but I remembered your previous concerns about magnets and halted. Glad I watched the video!

@BaltanTwo 4 жыл бұрын

I don’t think I’ve ever flip-flopped on a retail deckbox as fast as I did Zoopin in this video. I was so enthusiastic for the first thirty seconds Prof showed off its features, but the capacity sucked to hear, and then the quality... here’s hoping this is a brand that makes a stronger reappearance in a future review.

@ashenwuss1651 4 жыл бұрын

Many Magic: The Gathering players are thankful for Prof and TCC

@Iceman762004 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for doing these reviews. I have been on the fence with the alcove boxes, I will likely get a few now.

@draheim90 4 жыл бұрын

Love the review videos, keep em coming Prof! Also, me while you were reviewing the Nexus/Library: "man these products always look so good but my issue is that I have to pack my playmat separately." Me after the Quiver: "oooohhhhhhh."

@arrancarn8002 4 жыл бұрын

YAY, not sure why i love all the reviews so much or why i re-watch some several times but still YAY!

@vinzen14 4 жыл бұрын

I agree, I find them very entertaining

@rymesyt851 4 жыл бұрын

Helpful as always, thanks alot! I really enjoy your videos of reviewing stuff

@TolarianCommunityCollege 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers!

@rdberent 4 жыл бұрын

11:44 Rocking it on the catwalk Prof :D

@Takermania70 4 жыл бұрын

Welp, I guess I have to get one of those Alcove boxes for my Maren deck. Seriously though, thank you for these reviews Prof. I have bought or avoided buying a number of binders, boxes, and sleeves based solely on your reviews and I have yet to be disappointed. Keep up the great work!

@starnik 4 жыл бұрын

Really great video Prof, I appreciate all the hard work you do testing products for us!

@EthanBonardel 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks I know what I'll be keeping an eye out for! Appreciate it Prof. Have a great day.

@WayneAnonymous 4 жыл бұрын

I have these Alcove deck boxes for almost 6 months now... and just with this video I discovered that you can open the part on the back as well :D

@markpridemore7603 4 жыл бұрын

Gonna drop a +Rep here for Magic Aids' Deck Nut deckboxes. If you were on the fence about buying one, I got it just for the novelty, but was amazed with the quality. I really love the box and can't wait to bust it out at Grand Prix Indianapolis

@digittydave7079 4 жыл бұрын

We, the community, appreciate the reviews you do, always. Thank you, Professor.

@NitroCigarette 4 жыл бұрын

For the bolts at the very bottom of the Nexus case, you can get some fabric glue and lay down a large microfibre cloth as a ''mat'' so to speak, and have it glued down on the inside to cover the bolts while still providing a very soft, non-scratch area to the bottom.

@busterdual 4 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed the ridiculous music and weird rack-zoom when the box went over the front of the desk. It gave the video really hand crafted feel. :)

@rodrigodamian620 4 жыл бұрын

Putting that degree into use in those first 20 second, huh? That was pretty cool

@Ctatyk 4 жыл бұрын

I'm really digging that Nexus from Cardbearer. Thanks prof. Going to have to look into acquiring one of those. Don't really need the rest, but yeah. The Nexus looks like my kind of thing.

@mekk-knightsarecool222 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! I’m so happy the magnets are good on the new ultrapro boxes! Definitely getting one! Thanks professor for saving me money as always!

@Arcanadragon 3 жыл бұрын

I surprised my mom with one of those Ravnica deck boxes as a gift last Christmas, then got so jealous that I ordered one for myself. Then today, I saw this video, and was worried that it was going to get roasted like many other products. I am so happy that you found nothing to complain about! I will no longer be nervous while waiting for mine to be in stock at the store. :D

@jaybradford7857 4 жыл бұрын

Picked up an alcove Guild box at Magicfest Vegas and couldn't be more pleased with it!!! First thing I thought when I opened it and put my deck in was "The Professor would approve..." love the content, Keep it up!!!

@CharlieName33 4 жыл бұрын

*Prof starts to shake the box vigorously to get them open* Me: uuhhh...Professor? Will that be on the test? o-o;

@saby7825 4 жыл бұрын

Great review sir! I will be getting those ravnica boxes at some point.

@sherekhangamedev 4 жыл бұрын

Great and fun review. Thanks Prof. I really liked The Tactician.

@MrRuff-cc3lg 4 жыл бұрын

At first I thought when I saw the Ultra Pro flip deck boxes was that they were just going to be crap, but I was pleasantly surprised! I will definitely be picking these up!

@KDiaz-hy1xx 4 жыл бұрын

Nice reviews. These were neat products I otherwise wouldn’t have knob about.

@f2v2productions22 4 жыл бұрын

Ok, that Alcove drop and tumble onto the floor was actually pretty impressive. Good job UltraPro, I might actually pick up a couple now.

@slubadub112 4 жыл бұрын

Found something interesting for a small easy way to transport 4 decks a mat and some dice waterproof. Harbor freight apache waterproof case. Foam modular cutouts and works great for boulders also only $13.

@Thumpdizzle 4 жыл бұрын

So, that section near the end where you're shaking the deck box?? Yyyeeeaaa I'd expect some funny gifs/memes from those frames!!!

@jamestrevelyan1268 4 жыл бұрын

I got one of the Boros boxes as soon as they got released, and it hasn’t let me down yet. Glad to see the Professor rates then just as highly!

@jonrodgers4176 4 жыл бұрын

@Tolarian Community College I will say that, regarding the Grimoire box, I did buy their Adjustable Grimoire Deck Box Organizer which is a wooden insert with multiple adjustment options. With that organizer, my box comfortably fits my Cube which is 360 cards prepacked in the reusable card packs plus plenty of tokens, nice, and a land station.

@IncrediPaulAZ 4 жыл бұрын

I got a couple of those alcoves and they are easily my favorite deck boxes so far.

@josephs.4813 4 жыл бұрын

0:01 - 0:20 I have no idea what you just said but I love it

@marshalokonek6715 4 жыл бұрын

Those Guild deck boxes are super cool! I can't wait to buy the Rakdos one to house my brand new sweet Chainer reanimator deck!

@MrKryvie 4 жыл бұрын

I love how first shitty deckbox is just lying there on the floor

@Gloryofthereef Жыл бұрын

Oooooooooooh Teysa! You got me man, hilarious. I can hear the real sadness in having that happen on camera with the deck you weren’t expecting to dump when you started recording.

@Narcomoeba1 4 жыл бұрын

Hoping for a side by side comparison between the titans: Dragon Shield, Eclipse and the Katana. :)

@TrylleBanjo 4 жыл бұрын

This.

@victort.2583 4 жыл бұрын

If it's any help, he has compared Dragon Shield to Eclipse (kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qNZogcur29qwc6M.html) and said they were roughly equal, and has said he thinks Katana outclasses Eclipse (www.reddit.com/r/magicTCG/comments/amgb2r/tcc_a_review_of_ultimate_guard_katana_vigilant/eflpnas?), so it seems he prefers Katana sleeves. Having said that, they're all great, and you probably can't go wrong with any of them for Magic.

@TheMrxtrm 4 жыл бұрын

would be nice though for updated review purposes

@filipovnikola3983 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you professor for getting me into magic. Giving me good info. And bringing fun to me. All videos entertain me.

@mr.spiceguy4655 4 жыл бұрын

Ultra pro products have never been on the top of my buy list. (Not that it stopped me from buying sleeves or boxes from a Walmart for some of my standard decks.) I'm really glad to see some quality products that I would have never guessed existed.

@AspelShuyin 4 жыл бұрын

That end shake test was like when the Mythbusters try to blow something up for real and it doesn't blow up.

@highestcarrot 4 жыл бұрын

Super helpful my dood. -thanks!

@guitaralex0515 4 жыл бұрын

Huge help like usual prof. I was actually going to pass on that alcove izzet box for my niv mizzet commander deck because I thought it was the same as the previous mana box you reviewed but now definitely going to save for it

@benjaminsee3931 4 жыл бұрын

this might be the best review yet prof!!

@howardgreen9718 4 жыл бұрын

Another fantastic review thank you 🙏

@flamespiter9198 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for showing me that sweet rakdos deck box

@Ask3roth4 4 жыл бұрын

Great video as always, Prof!

@bahyurur6792 4 жыл бұрын

I got my Boros themed ultrapro box for my father deck. I absolutely love it, such a flavor win!

@dylannoonan9751 4 жыл бұрын

8:20 you can take the soft end of Velcro’s tape and smooth that out. Work with a lot of network racks and Velcro has a lot of different applications

@exquisitepauper635 4 жыл бұрын

Just recently bought one of those big white boxes that hold thousands of cards. I had my cards in a bunch of old flimsy bundle boxes. Now my wife is appeased!

@raydelmartinez2905 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent review as always.

@NoCod20 4 жыл бұрын

I always love watching this channel's videos. I don't know why but I really enjoy them

@mtghippie3144 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video prof! and good rap too 👌🏽

@SanguineSaint21 4 жыл бұрын

I don't play paper magic and yet I watched this whole video. You are hands down my favorite mtg KZfaqr in existence.

@brandoncreek5709 4 жыл бұрын

Just got the Gruul box for my Grand Warlord Radha deck, and I gotta say, it's very well made and snazzy!

@TheShalestorm 4 жыл бұрын

Pros: is a box I love you prof

@iflickthings 4 жыл бұрын

I like how you were out of breath from that stress test. I feel like the box won.

@Shadowfoxx2424 4 жыл бұрын

I love these videos, I never buy a new deck box now if it wasn't reviewed here, same with sleeves

@bentonheight8761 4 жыл бұрын

I couldn’t stop laughing at when prof was shaking the deck boxes and the fact he got the black one to spill 😆😆😆

@mtgcollector7192 4 жыл бұрын

Ultra Pro it is! Thanks for review, Prof.

@DiceDweeb16 2 жыл бұрын

I picked up the grimoire awhile back. It's literally the best for stashing my custom commander decks/wips inside.

@530pm 4 жыл бұрын

Omg watching you pop open that card case 😂

@volatilesky 4 жыл бұрын

That card bearer setup does have a very nice profile if you're going around the city on foot (least I like that much more than the backpacks). And those bottom studs - an issue, but I don't see it being too awful to put in a layered cloth or if you've got some thinner EVA foam, or similar. I know what's going onto my christmas list!

@MissRandom710 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the vid Prof!

@Maezhughes 3 жыл бұрын

I have the boros alcove box and honestly I love it. Definitely a great purchase

@spain77777 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Prof , you should review a pelican case for valuable commander decks , i have one with two recgame steel boxes and it works awesome, also the sell a cheaper version in harbor freight for $10 for the small one , and they also have a medium size and large. I think a lot of your community will love this set up it looks professional and your cards a extremely protected and super functional. Let me know i can send you pictures if you want, thanks again

@jamester00sims 2 жыл бұрын

So I have owned the Orzhov and Simic boxes for quite sometime now. Im just coming across this review because I just ordered the Azorious one off TCGPlayer for a whopping $70! Given the year of production I was willing to pay the price given the quality of the other two I have had for a while now. Should be in the mail soon! Cant wait to give Shorikai a new garage ;)

@miguelmartinvivar6489 4 жыл бұрын

Such a great review again, never dissapoint 👌

@happycamper3611 4 жыл бұрын

Watching the professor struggle to make product cooperate on camera is why I subscribe to this channel

@Guibod12 4 жыл бұрын

"Spill your commander", while shaking your box in a very explanatory way. :D

@shadowmarez7457 4 жыл бұрын

I got the fancy Ultimate Guard Deck Box Holder to hold my $20 Ultimate Guard boxes, it was $80, It has a nice smooth interior and a solid strong leather material for the outside, red on the inside, black on the outside, the Only issue I have with it is that it was designed only to hold those cheap $10 plastic deck boxes, if I try using the Nicer deck boxes that are slightly bigger and have a magnet then the top doesn't close all the way, it has enough room for like 10 decks, plus a small section for dice or loose cards. I still use it to hold my nicer deck boxes but it doesn't fully close all the way because the nicer deck boxes are a bit taller and the lid has a flat top with no extra space like that Spellbook had.

@PleasantKenobi 4 жыл бұрын

I imagine people at Ultra Pro all gather round to watch the Proff's review video. They huddle together, lips pursed, palms sweaty and fearful of his final result. When he finally gives their boxes an A, they erupt in cheers and excitement, grabbing at each other, hugging, exclaiming "AN A! AN A! HE GAVE US A BLOODY A!"

@bayouboyentertainment2106 4 жыл бұрын

I use a drone bag i got at Toys R Us when they were going outta business it holds 6 Satin towers comfortably and two playmats with a compartment that i can put my spindown lifecounters in. I got tired of waiting for a decent product to carry my commander decks around.

@Madgunner117 4 жыл бұрын

I will have to look into getting some boxes. I have 2 ultrapro boxes for my modern decks and i am using some cardboard league boxes for my commander decks