Show Notes
This week on Mid Piece, we're back from Utrecht, and there's a LOT to talk about! I'm breaking down my entire experience at the European Nationals weekend: the highs, the lows, the good, the bad, and everything that happened across an absolutely packed few days of One Piece TCG. We go through my run in the Flame-Flame Colosseum, the European National Finals and Sunday's Extra Grand Battle, breaking down the games, the matchups and some of the biggest moments from across the weekend. 25 games of competitive One Piece. Three events. One massive weekend. After months of testing, preparation and talking about Nationals on the podcast, it's finally time to tell the full story of what happened in Utrecht. There's plenty to unpack in this one, so sit back and enjoy Episode 132 of Mid Piece! Don't miss out on the excitement and in-depth discussions of Mid Piece: A TCG Journey Podcast. Subscribe, listen, and embark on a weekly adventure into the world of One Piece Trading Card Game!
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