In this episode of the Marvel Champions podcast, host Boomguy and co-host LazyTitan interview Caleb Grace, the (now former) lead designer of Marvel Champions. They discuss Caleb's background in gaming, the upcoming Civil War expansion, and the introduction of player vs player mechanics. Caleb shares insights into the design process, community feedback, and his favorite heroes. The conversation also touches on Caleb's transition to the Star Wars deckbuilding game and the exciting new Mandalorian expansion. Throughout the episode, Caleb emphasizes the importance of fun and empowerment in gaming, encouraging listeners to keep an open mind about new gameplay experiences. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Marvel Champions Podcast02:49 Caleb Grace's Background and Gaming Preferences05:41 Transitioning from Marvel Champions to Star Wars Deck Building08:23 The Civil War Expansion Development Process11:04 Player vs. Player Mechanics and Influences13:55 Balancing Competitive Play in Civil War16:31 Customizable Scenarios and Player Engagement19:19 Thematic Elements of the Civil War Expansion22:16 Choosing Leaders and Their Unique Abilities25:29 Character Development and Unique Play Styles27:06 Product Reception and Future Prospects28:06 Pride in Game Design: Civil War vs. Mutant Genesis31:13 Evolution of Civil War: From Concept to Reality33:19 Encouraging Open-Mindedness in Players37:33 Underrated Aspects of Game Design40:18 Transitioning from LCGs to New Product Lines47:18 Designing Accessible Games for All Ages50:44 Expanding the Star Wars Deck Building Universe55:51 Innovations in Gameplay: Introducing New Modes59:02 Gratitude and Community in Game Design01:05:40 Outro