The Meta LabThe Meta Lab
About The Meta Lab

A competitive team that builds tools to help everyone improve.

Based in Dallas–Fort Worth. Competing in Riftbound and One Piece TCG. Everything published here is a real tool we wanted as players and teammates.

Overview

Founded

2024

in Fort Worth, TX

Roster

12+

active players

We started as a One Piece testing group and quickly grew into a competitive team across multiple games. We build tools because we need them — and share them because we think everyone can benefit from data driven resources.
Connect with us on social media or find us at your next major event!

Team Roster
12 active players
Kris Wheelis

Kris Wheelis

Team Captain · 10 Years Competitive TCGs

RB
  • Top 8 Riftbound $2k, HBMO 2026
  • Yu-Gi-Oh! - Multiple SJC Top 8s
  • Magic - Several PTQ Wins, SCG Open Top 8
  • One Piece - Multiple Regional Top 32s
Erin Grimes

Erin Grimes

Vice-Captain · 5+ Years Competitive TCGs

OP
  • Multiple Regional Top 64s
  • 2 Store Championship Wins, 1 Store TC Win
  • Two Time CS Finals (Nationals) Qualifier
Conor Cole

Conor Cole

10+ Years Competitive TCGs

RB
  • Top 8 Riftbound $2k, HBMO 2026
  • 3rd Place GP OKC, 2019 (Magic)
  • 9th Place Players Tour Phoenix, 2020 (Magic)
  • Players Tour Finals Competitor, 2020 (Magic)
Liam Edwards

Liam Edwards

2+ Years Playing One Piece

OP
  • 1st Place One Piece $2k, HBMO 2026
  • 2nd Place Online Regional, 2025
  • 5th Place Shreveport Regional, June 2025
  • Three Time CS Finals (Nationals) Qualifier
Ian Wheat

Ian Wheat

Tool Developer · 10+ Years Competitive TCGs

RBOP
  • 2x PPG Summit Dallas $5k Top 8 (One Piece)
  • 44th One Piece Online TC, 2025
  • Top 16 Riftbound $2k, HBMO 2026
Angel Cardoso

Angel Cardoso

3+ Years Playing One Piece

OP
  • Multiple Regional Top 64s
  • Two Time CS Finals (Nationals) Qualifier
Toby Kraft

Toby Kraft

10+ Years Competitive TCGs

RB
  • Top Cut First 4 Skirmishes in Origins Season
  • Magic RCQ Tops, Store Championship Wins
Dylan Betancourt

Dylan Betancourt

3+ Years Competitive TCGs

OP
  • MetaZoo - Denver Collect-A-Con Undefeated
  • MetaZoo - Former Sponsored Player, Multiple Event Wins
  • X-3 One Piece Day (Rob Lucci)
Billy Corcoran

Billy Corcoran

10+ Years Competitive TCGs

RB
  • Multiple cEDH Top 16s
  • Runs Commander & Coffee Tournaments
Bradley Howe

Bradley Howe

3 Years Playing One Piece

OP
  • Top 64 at Offline Regional
  • CS Finals (Nationals) Qualifier
Zack Bell

Zack Bell

3+ Years Competitive TCGs

RBOP
  • One Piece Store TC Winner, Nov 2025
  • Most Gingery in Team Full of Gingers
John Zug

John Zug

10+ Years Competitive TCGs

RB
  • Multiple cEDH Top 16s
  • Multiple SCG IQ Top 8s
  • "Also Plays Magic"
Games We Play

Riftbound

We play Riftbound for the tactical depth and the constant puzzle of sequencing actions, reactions, and battling for the lanes. Every game rewards sharp decision-making and creative lines that separate good players from great ones.

One Piece TCG

We play One Piece for the explosive tempo swings and the skill of managing life, DON!!, and cards in hand every turn. The game blends calculation of risk with solid fundamental gameplay that make every match intense and memorable.

Contact

Reach out if you want to work together, have questions about our tools, or just want to say hi! We’re always looking to connect with players, organizers, and potential partners in the TCG space.