All Vibes: A TST Podgecast Episode 1
TST Podcast Episode 1: Vibes TCG Updates & Competitive Scene
Introduction
Welcome to the first episode of the TST Podcast! I'm The Professerf, and today I’m joined by CautionFun, one of the top-ranked players in Vibes TCG. In this episode, we discuss the latest developments in Vibes, the competitive landscape, recent events, and what’s on the horizon for this fast-growing trading card game.
Leaderboard Grind & Competitive Play
Caution Fun’s Journey to the Top
Caution Fun has been dominating the leaderboard, consistently placing in the top 15-20 since reaching Dummy Thick rank. Currently, he holds the #2 spot on the leaderboard and is grinding hard to secure his position in the Top 8—a crucial spot for upcoming competitive opportunities.
"Every time I get done absorbing the latest announcement, they’re already teasing the next one!" - Caution Fun
Vibes TCG has been rapidly evolving, with a steady flow of weekly updates, events, and tournaments, keeping the player base engaged and the competition fierce.
Major Events & In-Game Incentives
Pack Bonanza
The first major event in Vibes TCG was the Pack Bonanza, which significantly boosted rewards for players.
Normally, players earn one pack every 3.3 wins in ranked matches.
During the event, players earned an additional pack for every win, accelerating collection growth.
This event was a huge success, allowing new players to quickly build competitive decks and earn digital cards at an incredible rate.
"I was talking to someone in the TST Discord who started just 3 days ago and already had 900+ cards!" - Caution Fun
Given that Vibes TCG is based on the Pudgy Penguins NFT IP, there is speculation that these digital cards may eventually become NFTs. While the team has not confirmed specifics, they have hinted at future blockchain integrations, possibly on Abstract.
Full Set Frenzy
Another exciting event was Full Set Frenzy, allowing all players to use every card in the game, regardless of their collection.
This leveled the playing field, letting new players compete with top-tier decks.
It also served as a meta-defining period, as players could experiment with all available cards.
"This event was a perfect opportunity to test decks I could only theorize before."
Caution Fun, inspired by a match against Claire (Vibes’ lead artist), built a Yellow Control deck centered around Yum Yum—a deck that gained traction in the Vibes community.
The developers confirmed that Full Set Frenzy will be a recurring event, appearing in every ranked season to give all players equal footing for a period of time.
Bling Blizzard & Boosted Rewards
The Bling Blizzard event rewarded one random foil card per ranked win. Players could earn premium foils of any rarity, making it one of the most lucrative events so far.
Additionally, the team tripled AI match rewards, increasing the gold earned per AI game from 100 to 260. This allowed new players to farm gold, buy starter decks, and build competitive collections before heading to ranked play.
"Playing AI now gives nearly 3x the usual rewards, making it even easier to start strong."
The Bling Blizzard later transitioned into a Pack Bonanza, reinforcing the team's commitment to helping players grow their collections through generous rewards.
Daily Login Bonus
Vibes TCG also introduced a daily login reward:
Players receive one free pack per day by winning a single match.
The match can be against AI, making it the easiest way to grow a collection.
This is a great incentive, especially for casual players who can still accumulate cards over time.
Expanding Accessibility: Epic Games Store
Previously, Vibes TCG was only available via direct download from the website. Now, it’s also available on the Epic Games Store, increasing its accessibility to a broader audience.
"Epic Games Store integration likely contributed to the influx of new players."
Currently, Mac users still need to download from the website, but Windows players can use Epic Games Store for a streamlined installation process.
Community Engagement & Player-Created Tools
Content Creator Program
Vibes TCG launched a Content Creator Program, encouraging community members to create and share content.
The team actively promotes player-made content via their official website and social media.
TST members, including The Professor and Caution Fun, have contributed videos, guides, and tools to help the community.
TST Community Innovations
Community members have been building tools to enhance the Vibes experience.
Caution Fun’s Deck Viewer – A web-based tool that lets players visually display their decks.
TST’s Card Bot – Allows players to search for card details within Discord.
These tools make it easier for players to analyze and share decks, contributing to a thriving competitive scene.
"The TST Discord community now makes up nearly 30-40% of the Top 25 on the leaderboard."
Abstract Integration & Streaming Expansion
Vibes TCG recently launched on Abstract, a Web3 Layer 2 network.
The Abstract platform enables native streaming with built-in tipping in multiple cryptocurrencies.
No crypto wallet required—just an email address to log in and start watching.
"One of my favorite things about streaming on Abstract? No ads."
This Web3-native integration makes Vibes easily accessible while keeping the experience user-friendly for traditional gamers.
The Road to the World Championships
The biggest announcement yet: Vibes TCG is hosting a World Championship at the end of 2025.
How to Qualify
Ranked Play:
The Top 8 players in each ranked season earn an invite.
Season Zero ends on February 21st, marking the first official qualifications.
Regional Tournaments:
The first Championship of the Americas tournament is on May 18th in Connecticut.
The Top 8 finishers qualify for the World Championships.
Wildcard Invitations:
Reserved for community figures & notable contributors.
Last Chance Qualifier:
A final tournament before Worlds for one last chance to qualify.
Caution Fun’s Championship Grind
Caution Fun is grinding daily to secure a Top 8 finish in Season Zero.
He has played 44 games in a single day, winning 40 of them (over 90% win rate).
His Control Green deck has an 131-11 record, proving its dominance.
"I started playing at 9:30 AM and didn’t stop until 8:30 PM."
His strategy? Outplay opponents with powerful control elements, focusing on board wipes and late-game finishers.
Final Thoughts
Vibes TCG has been on fire since its launch, rapidly growing its competitive scene, community, and accessibility.
Key Takeaways
✅ Huge player-friendly events like Pack Bonanza & Full Set Frenzy ✅ Daily pack rewards encourage consistent play ✅ Content creator support fuels community engagement ✅ Epic Games Store & Abstract integration improves accessibility ✅ World Championship announcement cements Vibes as a serious competitive TCG
"If you’re not playing Vibes yet, now is the perfect time to start."
Best of luck on the leaderboard grind—see you at the World Championships! 🚀🐧