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In this podcast, I sit down with Meris Mullaley, the creative lead for Reality Fracture , to talk all about its creative elements.

Magic: The Gathering Drive to Work Podcast

by Mark Rosewater · English · Leisure & Travel

Join Magic: The Gathering Head Designer Mark Rosewater as he shares stories, insights, and more while driving to work. Listen and learn more about how Magic is made!

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