In this episode, Zac interviews European Vintage Champion Franco Chicchini, fresh off his win at the largest Vintage event ever held in Europe! We dive deep into Franco’s run with Esper Lurrus, his experience at Eternal Weekend Italy, the state of the Vintage format, and the key decisions that led him to victory.
Franco shares:
How he got into Vintage
Why he switched from Dimir to Esper
Why Lavinia, Containment Priest, and Swords to Plowshares matter right now
His thoughts on Lurrus decks, Vintage balance, and potential B&R changes
His most memorable plays (including a clutch Spell Pierce in the finals!)
The importance of having a plan — and sticking to it
A heartfelt shout-out to Gary Campbell for lending power and supporting the scene
If you love Vintage, deck techs, and high-level tournament insight, this is the interview for you.
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