Magic in Leeds has undergone a lot since I last posted here. I used to run a weekly event in the University, which is still going on Wednesdays, which was the only option for sanctioned Magic play at the time. Since then Travelling Man began running events, and a player at the Wednesday events (Mark Hammond, who now runs the Wednesday events) set up a branch of Patriot Games in Leeds.
It is really great to see so many players wanting to play Magic in Leeds, and having a place to play. However, what I really want to see is players looking to go that little bit further. I want to see players who wish to improve themselves, to try to win. This isn't in any way opposing having fun playing Magic, it's something additional.
If you feel like you want to stop slinging cardboard around a table and take an active part in just being better at the game we all enjoy, then come to the banner of Team Leeds. Anyone and everyone is welcome to add themselves to the Planeswalker Points table (link here, message me your name and DCI number), and anyone and everyone is welcome to write for this Blog. If you feel like you have anything to contribute then please ask - you will be printed! If you are scared that people will disagree with you, don't be. Discussion is how you improve as a player. Look through our archive for many instances of people lodging their opinions and being wrong (I've done it more than enough). We will try to stay up to date with all the local news and provide details of local and competitive events, but this blog is an open book for anyone wishing to improve. I hope to hear from you soon.
Wagz
Huzzah! Although I've only done it twice, entering a ptq is a fantastic learning experience, and I encourage everyone to give it a go. With the new planeswalker points system, theres really no excuse not to! Even going 0-6 at a large event might net you as many points as winning an FNM due to the participation points?
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Which do you think is better, the FNM at Patriot or at Travelling Man? I'm mostly looking for some competetive play, though I'd like to make some friends as well :P
ReplyDeleteWe need some more players at Patriot Games, so it would be great if you could come along.
ReplyDeleteI think the University is the most competitive event and that would be the best place to break into that sort of scene.
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