I just found your channel. Right now I sit in my living room with my son binge watching all of your videos. Your personality is amazing. We are a MTG family, although I got into it later in life than my husband....but now we play in groups of other Magic friends at least once a week. The kids and I agree that we would hold your hand and walk with you! Love your personality and content. Keep it coming!
So glad to see another Family into MTG, it needs to be passed on to the next generation, it is a complex and in depth game most people do not recognize. Thanks for watching
I’m watching this 5 years later, and I still think your providing value, honesty and transparency in the market and really appreciate that. Being in my 30s and totally can relate to coming back to your childhood nostalgia in cards, your content is so relatable. Keep doing what you do!
I have no clue why but whenever I’m feeling down I always watch this video. The sincerity and the inspiration behind how Rudy came back to mtg after having a job he did not like is life teaching in the way of life setting us on a certain path, lol. I have been watching for a couple of years and tbh I still don’t know how to play, but I have a silly goose time watching your video’s man!
thanks for doing this. i saw your vids as a recommendation on my main page and am intersted in watching all of them. i dont really play magic but i wanted to learn about it.
Hey Rudy, I'm 70 years old in two months. Been collecting for about 7 months as an investment and Magic its about 5% of my portfolio right now. Looking down the road for that 3-5 year resale time. I really enjoy your videos and I've been a subscriber for a few months. Man, you're doing a great job and I appreciate the education. Your style is great. You don't take yourself too seriously and your demeanor, whether p'od or having fun is usually spot on for the topic. So keep the videos coming, you fill a gap in the collecting world, whether for play or collecting. I'm glad you're here for us little guys.
@@devcasp Possibly not. But even if magic screwed itself some of the product should stay worth something. Also hello fellow person who wound up on a 7 year old video
This is gold. The comment about you wanting to talk about the money side of magic still stands true to this day. No one really does it. Sure people can blurt out single movement but no one talks about the financial side of magic. It seems to be frowned upon because it’s about playing and “these cards should be a dollar”. I’ve sold almost $10k in magic cards this year and I’ve never played a game in my life. I hope one day I can but until then I’m going to grind and grind and grind and build a mini cardboard shed(can’t afford a castle yet). Thanks for everything Rudy. Hands down my favorite RUclips channel and that won’t change anytime soon.
I will be remembered as the 339th subscriber. Keep up the good work! I just gotta say that i love the "character" you play in your videos! Regards from Italy
Love it Rudy! Came here after repeatedly consuming your content and thought I’m really happy I’m subscribed to Rudy and like a Timmy two tenders I wasn’t. That has been quickly rectified! SUBSCRIBED
Hi Rudy, I watch your channel daily and weekly you keep me up to date on the state of Magic and believe it or not Flesh and Blood you got me into. Im a 50ish Mom who got into Magic accidentally, funny story really. Its been a full year in Feb. that I will have been learning and collecting magic. I really think your doing a great job. Im one of your patrons. Im thinking of starting a RUclips channel from a rouge mom like me who is obsessed with magic! From going to the local LGS for drafts to collecting from ebay and comic stores. You are comical , lighthearted, very realistic about the hobby. Ever been to Mighty Taco? Thanks for doing this channel !
Man I gotta be honest, I think YT algorithms led me to one of your videos, and I was very curious about who you are and why you do what you do. I am fascinated and, to be honest, a bit empowered by your drive, enthusiasm, and fight to do what you want to do in the face of the stereotype against the "nerd". I love that you refuse to step in line and do what is "expected" or "mandated", you are an inspiration. I've never played Magic, but am a big fan of fantasy, but what you are doing is 's work. Thanks, have a great day!
i don't even play magic or pokemon cards (i like watching people unbox Pokemon cards and i do play the online trading card game) but this shit is fascinating as shit. Thanks for making the videos, it's unique as hell. You're also great at presenting this stuff, very entertaining. I've watched a number of your videos and i wanted to come back and leave this comment here :)
Keep doing it brother! I love watching and your information is really priceless. I too get the same thing from ppl at home and am starting up my channel which is established a bit from being a musician hobbyist. love magic and buy and sell too flip ect. Magic is special it's fun and enriching. I'm 37 been playing since 94 too.
Ive been watching this channel everyday for a month. watching, learning, absorbing knowledge. I think ive learned more from this channel, then MOST of my educational days combined. I love this channel and sure Tolerian community college is your idol, Rudy you are mine and you have turned my life around. Unlocked my potential.
Alpha Investments watched a lot of your videos, it's funny how people like to tear down other who succeed. watched your video explaining the "fear" leading to your eyes being opened to opportunities, and it's so true. that's how it is. do u have contact info? website? I've gotten into magic recently, mainly due to a change/ trying new things to avoid other things, anyways your interesting and suggest you keep doing what your doing. Your "magic model/ ideas"can be used in most areas of economics, and I appreciate the sarcasm because I can relate. lol
I would like to think I seen every channel on RUclips in relation to MTG over the last 3 years, and I can honestly say yours is definitely different. I mean that in a good way! I watched a dozen or so channels fail and a dozen or so become very successful. I've been watching channel such as MTG Lion, The Mana Source, Tolarian Community College, grow from just a few viewers to know what they become now. I wished them all the best of luck when they first started out, so therefore I wish the best of luck to you. I look forward to seeing what content you got in store... keep up the great work!! Thanks!!!
+Alpha Investments No Doubt! be honest, entertaining, and different, and you have a good recipe for success here on RUclips. Do it up, I'm sure we're all going to enjoy this! hi5!!
Seriously, you got me when you said you admire The Proffessor, it shows humility and how far you intent to go and to make a great channel. The Proffessor is more about evaluating new products, and a bit about financial tips, concerning finances, I could easily rely on you sir! So keep up the good work!
Dude this video made me sub. When you started saying " in my 30s and realized has it been in front of me all along ?, these pieces of cardboard?, thinking how am I going to feed my family, when it's been in front of me all along" I got chills man . I'm in my 30s and collect Pokemon . I don't have my old collection tho that's my issue. I'm starting fresh . RUclips channel coming soon
In all my years of trading and research , the most valuable insight was getting in touch with pro trader Ayla Brooke and getting my first profits through her....she is a licensed broker Contact her,i trust she'll help you earn
i started collecting magic cards after something i love died and "this" has helped me alot so, i support you 100% who cares if people don't understand us we understand
Going back through some of the older videos as suggested. Lol safe to say the $1 Patreon threshold has been sufficiently met at this point! Glad everything worked out you were able to continue doing what you love.
I am glad I watched this. Been watching for a short time now and just laughing at your videos. I do enjoy them a lot. This video proves that you are a genuine good person. Thanks man. I'm 3 months into magic. I don't think I'll stop even though I'm 2 years away from 40.
good job Alpha Investments! you've hit 70,000 subscribers! We all love your content, and your personality. We hope that you can hit 100,000 subs soon. Good job! -Zeb
I come from the same place, been in the game more often than not since 94, and I have similar feelings about the game and culture. Really excited to see where you go with this and interested in seeing the behind the scenes as far as investors and and market watchers go. Also I dig your personality, it's more unique. I'm subscribed, keep the content coming.
I understand. I love magic too I am 26 and started playing at 13. It was an escape to another world for me I still play to this day even with a family and three kids and a crap job for the state. In fact I just started rebuilding my collection recently from where I lost mine. These videos are awesome you keep it up you are an Inspiration!! Enjoy what you do or it’s not worth doing. Have a great time can’t wait for more videos!
I just came from that video where Rudy plays a game of magic against the Tolarian guy and I must say, I am SHOCKED that he said that. That guy was incredibly rude and unbearable during that video!
@@KingOfBlades27 I think there's a video where they play magic at a convention, but I don't believe it was the Professor that was rude, it was a guy trying to "host" the match
Love from france good job, some people can't understand you no matter don't listen to them and just listen to the voices like us who will continue to support you , job well done bro !!!!!!
So, Personally I feel where you're coming from. Ill be back for sure. :) I really enjoy watching people do some new stuff and I extremely enjoy your amount of product opened. Keep the good work up buddy and I really REALLY want to see more from you. On another note; Can I come over just to stare in an awe at this collection? Its absolutely mindboggling.
rudy I like what you do I'm new to your channel. I was watching another channel mtg headquarters and your channel was mentioned so I looked you up. I enjoy your content and have a deep respect for your passion to magic. I hope to see a lot more videos to come. keep up the good work
bro you are way way way better then the college guy by far. I used to watch him for individual card value. But watching your channel helps me determine the market. where its at. the trends and how to predict. Just about all aspects. i even learned how to negotiate an LOI. FROM WATCHING YOUR CHANNEL! Amazing stuff. Thank you!
Glad I stumbled onto your videos. I've never been into magic, but your passionate & educational discussions (with a few puns) are captivating. Can't get enough!
I just got back into MTG, but with the Arena online which is much nicer than the huge investment of paper cards like when I started, same time as you, back in Alpha/Beta days but jumping out in my 20's to focus on life... Watching your videos is a great vicarious way to enjoy seeing the art again and hear how prices have changed so much since I was in my teens. Keep up the good work!
Thanks for the inspiration! My husband has gotten into trading these now. Our 4 kids and I thank you! Postpandemic, it has is bringing us the boon we needed. Thank you! So excited about our future!
Just started getting into cards and videogames collecting. Just started magic recently, but your videos teach just more then magic. It's nice that you are like a distant mentor. Thanks.
didnt realize how new the channel was, you have a great presence on video, you seem like a natural for this sort of this. i love the dry humor and actual personality in this instead of it feeling like you were reading from a script or something. keep up the great work :)
Hell yeah man! I especially liked what you were saying about TCC and wanting to be a teacher yourself. Props to you for putting time and effort into disseminating your knowledge and enthusiasm!
Recently just found this channel. Love your videos, as a business student/obsessed magic player, I love talking about magic and the finance in it. Keep it up man!
Saw a few videos. Threw a subsribe. It's not really my flavor all the time, but I wanted to support what you're doing because I think your motivations and ideas are good. Also, I'm not one of your parents, so perhaps supportive bump.
I've been enjoying all of the videos so far. I've watched some of them multiple times. There is definitely a part of the mtg community that is very interested in the finance side of things, but you mostly see investments into singles only. I look forward to the videos when you post them, you are doing great so far. I know making videos takes a chunk of your free time, but we enjoy them!
Thanks Razor, yea after tomorows videos, i will go back to normal 2-3 videos a week, especially since i will be filling 150 orders a day selling the singles from Eternal Mast.
Gravitas, this singular, magical, mythic rare, and elusive adjective is what you have. I feel like i'm sitting in class taking an actual enjoyable lecture on something I care about learning. Stay honest, don't change, keep teaching. -Your new student
For the little I've seen you are a good guy, a really nice teacher (I've seen a few of your videos by now) and you deserve what you've got. I wish you the best of Magic :D
I don't even collect or play magic , i did for a very very small amount of time as a teenager (i'm now 32) . I think i found your channel with diablo immortal video you did or it was saying how path of exile just was tossed a bag of money essentially from blizzard because of immortal. I have stayed and continued watching the videos though, mostly because i think magic is great and some of my friends still collect, but it's fun to learn about and you have a great and funny personality. Hope you all the best with the channel man, keep up the good work.
See this is why I love the white board videos, your calling is teaching and I love learning from you. Your like an art teacher and math teacher cuz you have honesty, bluntness, and logical/technical experience
Hey Rudy! Just wanted to say I've been watching your videos for the last few weeks. Appreciate your insights and I'm not even a fan of Magic. Just enjoy the idea of buying and selling cards. Keep up the great content.
This is exactly what i've been waiting for ! You're already doing a great job ;) very straightforward, transparent and eloquent ... Greetings from Germany
I know how you feel. It's the same way with baseball for me. I grew up loving baseball and always wanted to get a job in it but no thought I was realistic but now I am on my way to writing about it and one day would love to be an announcer.
You and TCC are my favourite MTG youtubers. Your rant about Eternal Masters was the first video I watched and I thought it was hilarious and informative! I, myself started Magic when Fate Reforged first came out. Still one of my favourite expansions today, but it might be because that's what got me into Magic. I fell out of it due to school troubles, but I'm planning on attending the Eldritch Moon prerelease in July. Honestly, if it wasn't for you and the Professor, I don't think I would've gotten back into it.
I'll be honest, I first saw a 1-2 videos and legitimately thought, "Who's this doucher?" Then I watched a few more and thought it wasn't bad. Now, after this video, I admit that I respect who you are and what you're doing. Just subbed and hope to see more ridiculous shit. As you said, you're getting there.
Hey man, 30yrs old here. Love the game, i want to do this aswell, pronably not in a position to teach, but definetly want to others engage in the game aswell. And big up to TC-College for teaching me about budgets and the best to pull. Commandzone and i hate your deck for the games, and last but not least your videos for nostalgia. Thank you for being apartnof my magic habit.
'Ello Rudy. Obviously you have a natural knack for expressing your thoughts - tone of voice, body language, the way you pull the audience - really spot on. Indeed, lots of 'talented magic players', 'great voices of the magic scene' etc make all kinds of videos, but the end result is quite mediocre at best (and more often than not, its awful). So, keep up the great work - I am sure you gonna get better as the time passes by, but even now you got me pulled in... and cant wait for the recap of EMA opening session :) Off-topic - I can relate to your 'whole circle' thing, tho I kind of look at it as midlife crisis, getting back to the stuff I did 20yrs ago - and I need advice - what to do with piles upon piles of old legacy sets commons and uncommon that are worth 'nothing'? Burn them? Keep them in the attic? Keep up da good work bruh!
Enjoying what you're doing. I've been doing something similar for the last few years using my discretionary income, on a much smaller scale obviously. But I'm looking forward to learning from your experiences.
Love your videos so far. Just got back into MTG in the last 12 months after 15 years away. Treating it partially hobby and partially as a piece of my investment portfolio. Starting by buying mostly sealed product, opening some for fun, and also watching Craigslist like a hawk...picked up 2 x Tundra, 2x Volcanic Island, 3x Tropical Island, 1x Savannah, and 1x Badlands for $700, all revised in great shape. Looking forward to more stuff from you...would love to see a video of your warehouse/collection to drool overs. Cheers!
You would make a great teacher. You present your information in a way that people who are new to these concepts can understand them and also add a lot of depth for people who understand economics and business finance.
Loved this video because it was so real and is exactly how we felt but about gaming. We are in our 30s and love gaming and thought we need to just do what we love and what we are passionate about. Don't let anyone ruin your dreams or what your passionate about. End of the day why be unhappy!
Wow I was born in 1992 and I just got into magic 2 months ago. I'm so excited to hear your knowledge! I don't know about the collector aspect of the game, I'm a player at heart, but it is interesting to hear the other side
+Zeus Martinez he's not gonna show all his boxes at once. It's like the stock market. Showing all of your cards at once (no pun intended) is detrimental. It could affect the value of his investment if other investors know it's full extent.
I love honesty and value bluntness as well. We'll get along fine. First off, you've got yourself a new subscriber. Why? ... Because I find you and this interesting. What do I hope to see? Well, your stories are badass.. and your stash is mind boggling.. but sharing finance tips from the past isn't as interesting as future speculation. That and a glimpse into the bigger transactions along with whatever else happens.. Should be fun.
Thats why dual lands are so expensive!... XD I play magic sice 14 years now and feel a lot like you. Im the only one left from my old group of friends and most people cant understand what the game means to me or how much money is evolved... I love the videos you made so far. Keep doing!
I appreciate your videos because I have a love-hate relationship with the game. I played Revised through Ice Age and ragequit when I realized I couldn't keep up with new printings. And just like you said, I came back. Videos like yours help me even as a non-investor because I am more comfortable dealing in the commerce of Magic and the decision making of WotC.
I'd love to see a video on getting started as a magic investor/buyer/seller. What is the best way to get started? How much money should you plan on initially investing? What should you be buying? How long should you be holding onto it? And what is your road map for growth/expansion?
I have only recently gotten into magic, (been playing since M15) and being a 25yr old who owns a house already and has a job I can retire from when I am 50, the biggest thing that got my attention with magic was how it is very much like its very own stock market, and the fact that a fun game that I can enjoy for now, also has the potential to be a lucrative investment for me in the future. All I am saying really is that I am very happy I stumbled onto your channel, there really isn't anyone else on youtube that talks so in-depth about the financial side of the game, and I enjoy that very much, so keep doing what you're doing, and I will definitely consider supporting you on patreon!
I just found your channel. Right now I sit in my living room with my son binge watching all of your videos. Your personality is amazing. We are a MTG family, although I got into it later in life than my husband....but now we play in groups of other Magic friends at least once a week. The kids and I agree that we would hold your hand and walk with you! Love your personality and content. Keep it coming!
So glad to see another Family into MTG, it needs to be passed on to the next generation, it is a complex and in depth game most people do not recognize. Thanks for watching
Crazy can't believe@@AlphaInvestments69
I’m watching this 5 years later, and I still think your providing value, honesty and transparency in the market and really appreciate that. Being in my 30s and totally can relate to coming back to your childhood nostalgia in cards, your content is so relatable. Keep doing what you do!
I have no clue why but whenever I’m feeling down I always watch this video. The sincerity and the inspiration behind how Rudy came back to mtg after having a job he did not like is life teaching in the way of life setting us on a certain path, lol. I have been watching for a couple of years and tbh I still don’t know how to play, but I have a silly goose time watching your video’s man!
Bro it'd 3am, i have no idea about anything in magic, and this dude coming to the screen at 3:46 just triggered a fight or flight response
thanks for doing this. i saw your vids as a recommendation on my main page and am intersted in watching all of them. i dont really play magic but i wanted to learn about it.
Hey Rudy, I'm 70 years old in two months. Been collecting for about 7 months as an investment and Magic its about 5% of my portfolio right now. Looking down the road for that 3-5 year resale time. I really enjoy your videos and I've been a subscriber for a few months. Man, you're doing a great job and I appreciate the education. Your style is great. You don't take yourself too seriously and your demeanor, whether p'od or having fun is usually spot on for the topic. So keep the videos coming, you fill a gap in the collecting world, whether for play or collecting. I'm glad you're here for us little guys.
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@@devcasp Possibly not. But even if magic screwed itself some of the product should stay worth something.
Also hello fellow person who wound up on a 7 year old video
@@gerald216 thats pretty valid man it just sucks that my expensive cards keep getting reprinted 😂 my force of wills are dropping hard
Sitting here in 2021 watching Rudy in 2016 telling us that he bought a 3ED starter for $1. Confirmed 1,000x.
I bought 9 of these for $7.95 in 1996. I still have 3 sealed. Sweet!
sitting here in 2024 watching Rudy's old videos telling us that he bought a 3ED starter for $1 , priceless
This is gold. The comment about you wanting to talk about the money side of magic still stands true to this day. No one really does it. Sure people can blurt out single movement but no one talks about the financial side of magic. It seems to be frowned upon because it’s about playing and “these cards should be a dollar”. I’ve sold almost $10k in magic cards this year and I’ve never played a game in my life. I hope one day I can but until then I’m going to grind and grind and grind and build a mini cardboard shed(can’t afford a castle yet). Thanks for everything Rudy. Hands down my favorite RUclips channel and that won’t change anytime soon.
A birth of the legend who will pull us outta pound town.
not really, trump is like crazy rudy atm.
Stupid policies (WTF on environment) but might do things that work? We have to wait and see.
@@uberwow13 Where is your profile picture from? It seems familiar.
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@Brian Warner 9 p 9
I will be remembered as the 339th subscriber. Keep up the good work! I just gotta say that i love the "character" you play in your videos!
Regards from Italy
NOT a character my friend, no acting at all..........yikes
Channel looks awesome so far! As a relatively new player I'm excited to learn all you have to teach! Keep it up!
Love it Rudy! Came here after repeatedly consuming your content and thought I’m really happy I’m subscribed to Rudy and like a Timmy two tenders I wasn’t. That has been quickly rectified! SUBSCRIBED
Hi Rudy, I watch your channel daily and weekly you keep me up to date on the state of Magic and believe it or not Flesh and Blood you got me into. Im a 50ish Mom who got into Magic accidentally, funny story really. Its been a full year in Feb. that I will have been learning and collecting magic. I really think your doing a great job. Im one of your patrons. Im thinking of starting a RUclips channel from a rouge mom like me who is obsessed with magic! From going to the local LGS for drafts to collecting from ebay and comic stores. You are comical , lighthearted, very realistic about the hobby. Ever been to Mighty Taco? Thanks for doing this channel !
it makes me happy to see this video is 6y old, sounds like its been working. you are inspiring with your confidence and i hope magic stays popular
I come back to this video a lot. Love the realisation that 'it was Infront of you all along'' - as cheesy as it is, it's pretty beautiful
Man I gotta be honest, I think YT algorithms led me to one of your videos, and I was very curious about who you are and why you do what you do. I am fascinated and, to be honest, a bit empowered by your drive, enthusiasm, and fight to do what you want to do in the face of the stereotype against the "nerd". I love that you refuse to step in line and do what is "expected" or "mandated", you are an inspiration. I've never played Magic, but am a big fan of fantasy, but what you are doing is 's work. Thanks, have a great day!
i don't even play magic or pokemon cards (i like watching people unbox Pokemon cards and i do play the online trading card game) but this shit is fascinating as shit. Thanks for making the videos, it's unique as hell. You're also great at presenting this stuff, very entertaining. I've watched a number of your videos and i wanted to come back and leave this comment here :)
Kandrew whats good!? I watch ur Dirty Bomb vids.
my fav apex player... how fuckin SICK :-)
Keep doing it brother! I love watching and your information is really priceless. I too get the same thing from ppl at home and am starting up my channel which is established a bit from being a musician hobbyist. love magic and buy and sell too flip ect. Magic is special it's fun and enriching. I'm 37 been playing since 94 too.
Keep doing what you're doing, Rudy! We need you in the Magic community.
Ive been watching this channel everyday for a month. watching, learning, absorbing knowledge. I think ive learned more from this channel, then MOST of my educational days combined. I love this channel and sure Tolerian community college is your idol, Rudy you are mine and you have turned my life around. Unlocked my potential.
DO you ever get the urge to just open a box? I sure as hell would.
Me too. I'm a shitty collector.
Sammmme
I would get the urge to eat all the boxes.
I want to shit in an empty booster box too.
@@syphon1687 no you won't magic is so normal compared to the very abnormal people with niche obessions. Like the guy obsessed with Pacman. Trust me.
dude i just found your channel a couple of days ago, and it was one of the best things that i discovered, keep up the good work bud
Stumbled over you by accident and stayed ;) Think that says it all ;)
Your welcome
Alpha Investments watched a lot of your videos, it's funny how people like to tear down other who succeed. watched your video explaining the "fear" leading to your eyes being opened to opportunities, and it's so true. that's how it is. do u have contact info? website? I've gotten into magic recently, mainly due to a change/ trying new things to avoid other things, anyways your interesting and suggest you keep doing what your doing. Your "magic model/ ideas"can be used in most areas of economics, and I appreciate the sarcasm because I can relate. lol
Braids Cabal Minion eh give it time.
I would like to think I seen every channel on RUclips in relation to MTG over the last 3 years, and I can honestly say yours is definitely different. I mean that in a good way! I watched a dozen or so channels fail and a dozen or so become very successful. I've been watching channel such as MTG Lion, The Mana Source, Tolarian Community College, grow from just a few viewers to know what they become now. I wished them all the best of luck when they first started out, so therefore I wish the best of luck to you. I look forward to seeing what content you got in store... keep up the great work!! Thanks!!!
thank you very much Michael, i hope you enjoy the ride....hehe...your in for some crazy videos, i guarantee it :-)
+Alpha Investments No Doubt! be honest, entertaining, and different, and you have a good recipe for success here on RUclips. Do it up, I'm sure we're all going to enjoy this! hi5!!
Seriously, you got me when you said you admire The Proffessor, it shows humility and how far you intent to go and to make a great channel. The Proffessor is more about evaluating new products, and a bit about financial tips, concerning finances, I could easily rely on you sir! So keep up the good work!
Reality is a tough thing, and yes i love Tolarium, my fave!!! next to Deriums
Dude this video made me sub. When you started saying " in my 30s and realized has it been in front of me all along ?, these pieces of cardboard?, thinking how am I going to feed my family, when it's been in front of me all along" I got chills man . I'm in my 30s and collect Pokemon . I don't have my old collection tho that's my issue. I'm starting fresh . RUclips channel coming soon
In all my years of trading and research , the most valuable insight was getting in touch with pro trader Ayla Brooke and getting my first profits through her....she is a licensed broker
Contact her,i trust she'll help you earn
I think this pandemic has taught people the importance of multiple streams of income unfortunately having a job doesn't mean security.
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i started collecting magic cards after something i love died
and "this" has helped me alot
so, i support you 100%
who cares if people don't understand us
we understand
He is rite
Going back through some of the older videos as suggested. Lol safe to say the $1 Patreon threshold has been sufficiently met at this point! Glad everything worked out you were able to continue doing what you love.
This channel has been great. I joined so late that I got to see alot of videos and I find humor and wisdom and a pun in every single 1.
I am glad I watched this. Been watching for a short time now and just laughing at your videos. I do enjoy them a lot. This video proves that you are a genuine good person. Thanks man. I'm 3 months into magic. I don't think I'll stop even though I'm 2 years away from 40.
Made a comment on a video earlier as a joke. I'm glad to see this side. subscribed, I would love to see where you can this channel.
Videos are informative and entertaining, and you don't bullshit. Keep up the good work!
Just want to say you are awesome and I really enjoy your content Rudy!
good job Alpha Investments! you've hit 70,000 subscribers! We all love your content, and your personality. We hope that you can hit 100,000 subs soon. Good job! -Zeb
I come from the same place, been in the game more often than not since 94, and I have similar feelings about the game and culture. Really excited to see where you go with this and interested in seeing the behind the scenes as far as investors and and market watchers go. Also I dig your personality, it's more unique. I'm subscribed, keep the content coming.
I understand. I love magic too I am 26 and started playing at 13. It was an escape to another world for me I still play to this day even with a family and three kids and a crap job for the state. In fact I just started rebuilding my collection recently from where I lost mine. These videos are awesome you keep it up you are an Inspiration!! Enjoy what you do or it’s not worth doing. Have a great time can’t wait for more videos!
I just found your channel and saw this video and decided I would subscribe. I love magic and play it all the time.
Watched your video today (Sept 2021)
Wish I found your channel sooner. Was looking for the video you mentioned today. Stumbled on this. Great stuff
"My Idol in the community is Tolarian Community College! That guy is the best!" Wow!
I just came from that video where Rudy plays a game of magic against the Tolarian guy and I must say, I am SHOCKED that he said that. That guy was incredibly rude and unbearable during that video!
@@davidhoar75 what video are you talking about? 🤔
@@KingOfBlades27 I think there's a video where they play magic at a convention, but I don't believe it was the Professor that was rude, it was a guy trying to "host" the match
@@davidhoar75 i think its pretty clear its for fun
David Hoar that was the cameraman, prof is the guy rudy played against
Love from france good job, some people can't understand you no matter don't listen to them and just listen to the voices like us who will continue to support you , job well done bro !!!!!!
So glad to have gotten in on your channel from the beginning. Keep up the good work!
You have alot of wisdom that I enjoy listening to. that's why I watch, keep it up man
So, Personally I feel where you're coming from. Ill be back for sure. :) I really enjoy watching people do some new stuff and I extremely enjoy your amount of product opened. Keep the good work up buddy and I really REALLY want to see more from you.
On another note; Can I come over just to stare in an awe at this collection? Its absolutely mindboggling.
rudy I like what you do I'm new to your channel. I was watching another channel mtg headquarters and your channel was mentioned so I looked you up. I enjoy your content and have a deep respect for your passion to magic. I hope to see a lot more videos to come. keep up the good work
bro you are way way way better then the college guy by far. I used to watch him for individual card value. But watching your channel helps me determine the market. where its at. the trends and how to predict. Just about all aspects. i even learned how to negotiate an LOI. FROM WATCHING YOUR CHANNEL! Amazing stuff. Thank you!
Cute and humble Rudy.
Stay humble.
Stay the course.
Thank you for everything
Long time viewer... finally a patron. Keep killin' it, Rudy!
Glad I stumbled onto your videos. I've never been into magic, but your passionate & educational discussions (with a few puns) are captivating. Can't get enough!
Dude. I just stumbled upon your videos today. This is like watching Mad Money, but for nerds. I love it.
This guy is the reason I started making videos. Mine may be garbage but I enjoy it and that's all that matters for now!
one of my new favourite channels! no talking around, just straight and interesting content. greets from germany
I just got back into MTG, but with the Arena online which is much nicer than the huge investment of paper cards like when I started, same time as you, back in Alpha/Beta days but jumping out in my 20's to focus on life... Watching your videos is a great vicarious way to enjoy seeing the art again and hear how prices have changed so much since I was in my teens. Keep up the good work!
Thanks for the inspiration! My husband has gotten into trading these now. Our 4 kids and I thank you! Postpandemic, it has is bringing us the boon we needed. Thank you! So excited about our future!
Wow, I would like to hear more of this story.
This channel is the child of Tolarian Community College and Derium's. I'm subbed.
My FAVORITE COMMENT...b/c its true
Yep, it was that simple. I'm soooo glad i started back then. 😁 good job to you Rudy for having a good intuition!😎
Just started getting into cards and videogames collecting. Just started magic recently, but your videos teach just more then magic. It's nice that you are like a distant mentor. Thanks.
didnt realize how new the channel was, you have a great presence on video, you seem like a natural for this sort of this. i love the dry humor and actual personality in this instead of it feeling like you were reading from a script or something. keep up the great work :)
I cant read...so no scripts here....muhahahahaha
Hell yeah man! I especially liked what you were saying about TCC and wanting to be a teacher yourself. Props to you for putting time and effort into disseminating your knowledge and enthusiasm!
Recently just found this channel. Love your videos, as a business student/obsessed magic player, I love talking about magic and the finance in it. Keep it up man!
I stumbled over here by accident too, love your content and personality.
Thanks for the videos!
Please never stop making videos, I watch every single one.
Saw a few videos. Threw a subsribe. It's not really my flavor all the time, but I wanted to support what you're doing because I think your motivations and ideas are good. Also, I'm not one of your parents, so perhaps supportive bump.
I preordered a box of 2020 and hopefully will be opening and reviewing it the day it drops or day after. Rudy you are killing it bro.
found this channel yesterday and I'm not into mtg but I love the investing|entrepreneur spirit
I've been enjoying all of the videos so far. I've watched some of them multiple times. There is definitely a part of the mtg community that is very interested in the finance side of things, but you mostly see investments into singles only. I look forward to the videos when you post them, you are doing great so far. I know making videos takes a chunk of your free time, but we enjoy them!
Thanks Razor, yea after tomorows videos, i will go back to normal 2-3 videos a week, especially since i will be filling 150 orders a day selling the singles from Eternal Mast.
Gravitas, this singular, magical, mythic rare, and elusive adjective is what you have. I feel like i'm sitting in class taking an actual enjoyable lecture on something I care about learning. Stay honest, don't change, keep teaching. -Your new student
I love your videos man. I've never been into MTG but I really enjoy all the knowledge. I'm primarily a Pokemon tcg collector
For the little I've seen you are a good guy, a really nice teacher (I've seen a few of your videos by now) and you deserve what you've got. I wish you the best of Magic :D
I don't even collect or play magic , i did for a very very small amount of time as a teenager (i'm now 32) . I think i found your channel with diablo immortal video you did or it was saying how path of exile just was tossed a bag of money essentially from blizzard because of immortal. I have stayed and continued watching the videos though, mostly because i think magic is great and some of my friends still collect, but it's fun to learn about and you have a great and funny personality. Hope you all the best with the channel man, keep up the good work.
Just subscribed. Really looking forward to see where you go with this. Good luck sir.
See this is why I love the white board videos, your calling is teaching and I love learning from you. Your like an art teacher and math teacher cuz you have honesty, bluntness, and logical/technical experience
Hey Rudy! Just wanted to say I've been watching your videos for the last few weeks. Appreciate your insights and I'm not even a fan of Magic. Just enjoy the idea of buying and selling cards.
Keep up the great content.
Heya, would really like to see more investment, speculation, behind the scenes and nostalgia vids :D The insight so far is excellent :)
They are in transit over the next couple years...watch and support
This is exactly what i've been waiting for ! You're already doing a great job ;) very straightforward, transparent and eloquent ... Greetings from Germany
Trade you MTG for German chocolate...that shit is legendary
Just randomly found your channel. So far i really like what i see, keep it up.
the big word is authencity, and hands down, thats what you pump out... keep going and it keeps flowing. thubs up mate, keep up the good work. (Y)
I know how you feel. It's the same way with baseball for me. I grew up loving baseball and always wanted to get a job in it but no thought I was realistic but now I am on my way to writing about it and one day would love to be an announcer.
2022 Rudy wanted me to remember the good ol days. I'm proud of what you've become! Some day I hope to shake your hand and remember the good times.
You and TCC are my favourite MTG youtubers. Your rant about Eternal Masters was the first video I watched and I thought it was hilarious and informative! I, myself started Magic when Fate Reforged first came out. Still one of my favourite expansions today, but it might be because that's what got me into Magic. I fell out of it due to school troubles, but I'm planning on attending the Eldritch Moon prerelease in July. Honestly, if it wasn't for you and the Professor, I don't think I would've gotten back into it.
I couldn’t give a shit about MTG but I think it’s awesome that you follow your bliss. Keep at it.
I'll be honest, I first saw a 1-2 videos and legitimately thought, "Who's this doucher?" Then I watched a few more and thought it wasn't bad. Now, after this video, I admit that I respect who you are and what you're doing. Just subbed and hope to see more ridiculous shit. As you said, you're getting there.
A Netflix Nerd Girl he sells fake cards
Hey man, 30yrs old here. Love the game, i want to do this aswell, pronably not in a position to teach, but definetly want to others engage in the game aswell. And big up to TC-College for teaching me about budgets and the best to pull. Commandzone and i hate your deck for the games, and last but not least your videos for nostalgia. Thank you for being apartnof my magic habit.
i came for the old cards, and stay cause the free business lessons!!!! really cool chanel dude, i love it
'Ello Rudy. Obviously you have a natural knack for expressing your thoughts - tone of voice, body language, the way you pull the audience - really spot on. Indeed, lots of 'talented magic players', 'great voices of the magic scene' etc make all kinds of videos, but the end result is quite mediocre at best (and more often than not, its awful). So, keep up the great work - I am sure you gonna get better as the time passes by, but even now you got me pulled in... and cant wait for the recap of EMA opening session :) Off-topic - I can relate to your 'whole circle' thing, tho I kind of look at it as midlife crisis, getting back to the stuff I did 20yrs ago - and I need advice - what to do with piles upon piles of old legacy sets commons and uncommon that are worth 'nothing'? Burn them? Keep them in the attic? Keep up da good work bruh!
Welcome to the hype train my friend, goodluck with the common mountains, keep em....you never know
Enjoying what you're doing. I've been doing something similar for the last few years using my discretionary income, on a much smaller scale obviously. But I'm looking forward to learning from your experiences.
Fasten your seatbelt James, arms and legs in the vehicle.....watch and support :-)
Love your videos so far. Just got back into MTG in the last 12 months after 15 years away. Treating it partially hobby and partially as a piece of my investment portfolio. Starting by buying mostly sealed product, opening some for fun, and also watching Craigslist like a hawk...picked up 2 x Tundra, 2x Volcanic Island, 3x Tropical Island, 1x Savannah, and 1x Badlands for $700, all revised in great shape. Looking forward to more stuff from you...would love to see a video of your warehouse/collection to drool overs. Cheers!
Welcome aboard Jade! You will love the future videos coming :-)
You would make a great teacher. You present your information in a way that people who are new to these concepts can understand them and also add a lot of depth for people who understand economics and business finance.
Loved this video because it was so real and is exactly how we felt but about gaming. We are in our 30s and love gaming and thought we need to just do what we love and what we are passionate about. Don't let anyone ruin your dreams or what your passionate about. End of the day why be unhappy!
Wow I was born in 1992 and I just got into magic 2 months ago. I'm so excited to hear your knowledge! I don't know about the collector aspect of the game, I'm a player at heart, but it is interesting to hear the other side
can you make a video showing us all your boxes?
2nd this. i gotta see the big stockpile
third
yes please! I wanna see that too
Lotsa people here itching to see everything, bro.
+Zeus Martinez he's not gonna show all his boxes at once. It's like the stock market. Showing all of your cards at once (no pun intended) is detrimental. It could affect the value of his investment if other investors know it's full extent.
I have never played Magic or owned a card, but have now watched around a dozen of your videos - most of them all the way through.
Here in my garage with my booster boxes super fun to drive up here in the Hollywood hills
I love this guy
I had his ad lmao
Are you Reiver Demon?
I love honesty and value bluntness as well. We'll get along fine.
First off, you've got yourself a new subscriber. Why? ... Because I find you and this interesting.
What do I hope to see? Well, your stories are badass.. and your stash is mind boggling.. but sharing finance tips from the past isn't as interesting as future speculation.
That and a glimpse into the bigger transactions along with whatever else happens..
Should be fun.
Thats why dual lands are so expensive!... XD
I play magic sice 14 years now and feel a lot like you. Im the only one left from my old group of friends and most people cant understand what the game means to me or how much money is evolved...
I love the videos you made so far. Keep doing!
thank you sir....and yes i push prices up
I appreciate your videos because I have a love-hate relationship with the game. I played Revised through Ice Age and ragequit when I realized I couldn't keep up with new printings. And just like you said, I came back. Videos like yours help me even as a non-investor because I am more comfortable dealing in the commerce of Magic and the decision making of WotC.
I really like your content. I don't even know why. Maybe because it's so different. You're also an interesting character. Haha. Keep it up!
I'd love to see a video on getting started as a magic investor/buyer/seller. What is the best way to get started? How much money should you plan on initially investing? What should you be buying? How long should you be holding onto it? And what is your road map for growth/expansion?
I have only recently gotten into magic, (been playing since M15) and being a 25yr old who owns a house already and has a job I can retire from when I am 50, the biggest thing that got my attention with magic was how it is very much like its very own stock market, and the fact that a fun game that I can enjoy for now, also has the potential to be a lucrative investment for me in the future.
All I am saying really is that I am very happy I stumbled onto your channel, there really isn't anyone else on youtube that talks so in-depth about the financial side of the game, and I enjoy that very much, so keep doing what you're doing, and I will definitely consider supporting you on patreon!
This video made subscribe Rudy! This is where it's at! The. Effin. Passion. Keep it up and more power to you sir!
The passion is current at PG rated, I am slowely ratcheting this bad boy up~!
You are the creator of the first MAGIC PORN channel!!
😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
THANK YOU !!!!!