Welcome back to the People’s Guild.

In this episode, we’re joined by @azircon and @davemccoy for a candid, wide-ranging conversation following the Escalation pre-sale. With 313K packs sold and 100 million SPS raised, the numbers speak loudly — but the real value of this discussion lies in what comes next.

We dig into pricing strategy, community sentiment, governance dynamics, legacy card value, land utilization, onboarding friction, and the broader challenge of building in Web3 while earning long-term trust. AZ brings sharp perspective, Dave brings clarity from the operator’s seat, and together the conversation pushes into meaningful territory around decision-making, communication, and growth.
It’s reflective, direct, and forward-looking — exactly the kind of dialogue that helps shape what Splinterlands becomes next.

Enjoy the show!