So...is it bad that I made my 2 year old daughter a deck? I went simple RDW with all straight forward cards. I understand I've still got a few years before she's able to actually play, but it made me wonder...when's it ok to get your kid into this game? Thoughts? Concerns?
I dunno, it's up to you. I seen a guy with his 3/4 year old kid both entered at FNM last week but he made him an expensive deck and then the kid kept it in his pocket. If say keep it casual cuz competitive decks are pricy and a kid won't take care of it. Maybe a little casual here and there but start on a video game.
The deck I made is all low cost cards or cards that I have a ridiculous amount of...like I don't need 20 {lightning bolt}s lol. Idk if I'd ever take her to Fnm until atleast 10
I accidently neg karmad u tay. I +1 you tho. I agree with the Fnm part. I, quite honestly...wouldn't want to subject my daughter to that kind of poor hygiene at age 6. But I will be playing magic with her at that age, just at home. I made the RDW deck for her out of pure excitement of the fact that she will play with me one day :)
Yeah, got to agree with Taysby....weird .poo. happens at FNM, not the place for 6 year olds. Although depending on the maturity of the kid 10-12 should be fine. Good luck though, Magic needs new players and there is always a shortage of girls playing.
Quote from: Taysby on August 26, 2013, 09:15:47 PM
Quote from: Agrus Kos, Enforcer of Truth on August 26, 2013, 09:14:13 PM
Magic needs new players and there is always a shortage of girls playing.
AMEN BROTHER!!! I need a girlfriend!
Me too! But all of the girls at school make fun of us. Today I showed my friend a commander deck I was working on and a girl said "oh you guys are still doing that. I hoped you'd outgrow it." Sad part is she was a cute girl that I liked...:(
Eh idc what others think. I'm me. I'm not changing. Plus, all the "hottest" most popular girls when I was in school hit on me now whenever they see me. I'm still the same guy, and most likely they are still the same girl. Shallow women are worthless to me.
Quote from: Agrus Kos, Enforcer of Truth on August 26, 2013, 09:23:19 PM
Quote from: Taysby on August 26, 2013, 09:15:47 PM
Quote from: Agrus Kos, Enforcer of Truth on August 26, 2013, 09:14:13 PM
Magic needs new players and there is always a shortage of girls playing.
AMEN BROTHER!!! I need a girlfriend!
Me too! But all of the girls at school make fun of us. Today I showed my friend a commander deck I was working on and a girl said "oh you guys are still doing that. I hoped you'd outgrow it." Sad part is she was a cute girl that I liked...:(
She wants you lol
I'd say that a child under the age of 8 is not mentally capable of understanding the basics of magic. My 2 year old has a "trade binder" with a bunch of lands and commons, he loves being like mom and dad! It's so cute! But is faaaaar from understanding anything about the game, and he is very bright.
Quote from: Moneekahh on August 27, 2013, 12:52:41 AM
I'd say that a child under the age of 8 is not mentally capable of understanding the basics of magic. My 2 year old has a "trade binder" with a bunch of lands and commons, he loves being like mom and dad! It's so cute! But is faaaaar from understanding anything about the game, and he is very bright.
He says we're "playing decks" anytime he sees a stack of MTG cards :) I'm excited for when he's old enough
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Quote from: Moneekahh on August 27, 2013, 12:52:41 AM
I'd say that a child under the age of 8 is not mentally capable of understanding the basics of magic. My 2 year old has a "trade binder" with a bunch of lands and commons, he loves being like mom and dad! It's so cute! But is faaaaar from understanding anything about the game, and he is very bright.
He says we're "playing decks" anytime he sees a stack of MTG cards :) I'm excited for when he's old enough
Great couples create great kids. ;)
Quote from: Moneekahh on August 27, 2013, 12:52:41 AM
I'd say that a child under the age of 8 is not mentally capable of understanding the basics of magic. My 2 year old has a "trade binder" with a bunch of lands and commons, he loves being like mom and dad! It's so cute! But is faaaaar from understanding anything about the game, and he is very bright.
Haha I'm bringing my 2yr old daughter over to play your 2yr old son! And while our kids color on the decks we made them we will play a 3 way game lol
Quote from: Vampyvyrus on August 27, 2013, 08:48:54 AM
Quote from: Moneekahh on August 27, 2013, 12:52:41 AM
I'd say that a child under the age of 8 is not mentally capable of understanding the basics of magic. My 2 year old has a "trade binder" with a bunch of lands and commons, he loves being like mom and dad! It's so cute! But is faaaaar from understanding anything about the game, and he is very bright.
Haha I'm bringing my 2yr old daughter over to play your 2yr old son! And while our kids color on the decks we made them we will play a 3 way game lol
hahaha
Quote from: Vampyvyrus on August 27, 2013, 08:48:54 AM
Quote from: Moneekahh on August 27, 2013, 12:52:41 AM
I'd say that a child under the age of 8 is not mentally capable of understanding the basics of magic. My 2 year old has a "trade binder" with a bunch of lands and commons, he loves being like mom and dad! It's so cute! But is faaaaar from understanding anything about the game, and he is very bright.
Haha I'm bringing my 2yr old daughter over to play your 2yr old son! And while our kids color on the decks we made them we will play a 3 way game lol
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You have to be careful when bringing a child to FNM. Bring them if they, know how to pilot their deck on their own. Because have you ever played a game with a child who was playing Merila Pod, and he had somebody like their father over their shoulder telling them what to do. That makes me angry. I'm sorry, but that is something they do at home. It just bugs me, and I'm sorry if I sound harsh.
2. Your baby is not a stutable family member to bring to FNM. They will scream, and cry at that FNM, and piss off everybody. Trust me I've been in that situation several times. I know that that is what a baby does, but if FNM is really that important (???) then tell your husband/wife/neighbor/friend to watch over them.
I am all for children at FNM, it promotes the game we love impacting their life, in a positive environment. They have fun, make some friends, and it will be a life lesson. You win some, you lose some. If they haven't learned it yet, or it will be a refresher. :)
Quote from: Agrus Kos, Enforcer of Truth on August 26, 2013, 09:23:19 PM
Quote from: Taysby on August 26, 2013, 09:15:47 PM
Quote from: Agrus Kos, Enforcer of Truth on August 26, 2013, 09:14:13 PM
Magic needs new players and there is always a shortage of girls playing.
AMEN BROTHER!!! I need a girlfriend!
Me too! But all of the girls at school make fun of us. Today I showed my friend a commander deck I was working on and a girl said "oh you guys are still doing that. I hoped you'd outgrow it." Sad part is she was a cute girl that I liked...:(
I'm so happy that at least three girls in MY CLASS play magic... It started as my brother and I, now it's about 1/3 of us, with more wanting to learn.
About FNM, I have seen a 7-8 year old play, actually against me, and he had a deck which wasn't "hey! These are cards in a color I play!". We both had fun, and he came back the next week with a few of his friends. It really depends on how the kid is.
I first went at 11, and it was really fine, but might just be my place (Small town). I think, if they're mature, 9-10+ SHOULD be fine if they know everything they should know and how to pilot a deck well!!!!
At my FNM there is a 7 year old names Naomi. She plays Naya Human Blitz and destroyed me. She understands the game. Too well. I cried in my soul...
Quote from: DylanW18 on September 08, 2013, 12:43:49 AM
At my FNM there is a 7 year old names Naomi. She plays Naya Human Blitz and destroyed me. She understands the game. Too well. I cried in my soul...
^ this is my fear of going to FNM, a 21yo getting curbstomped by a 7yo. Running out of the store crying, getting into my car and driving into a tree.
MUST DRIVE INTO A TREE
Well, my buddy Yawgmoth85 had a baby recently, and we've already discussed that once she is able to read and count a little bit, we're going to start teaching her the ways of the mage. I think with grooming like that, she might have the potential to be a pro tour contender some day, where between Yawgmoth and myself, we have close to 30 years experience with the game. But on a side note, I've learned a great deal from magic, it teaches you how to thoroughly read things, math skills from having to calculate damage and token production etc, and also interpersonal skills, because it takes at least two people to play. It also sparks the creativity in a child, and critical thinking skills. So i absolutely agree with kids playing magic, and the earlier the better too lol
I just gave my 10 year pld cousin the standard How to Play guide they give you in all their bulk products and he learned right away.Currenty,my 15 year old cousin who is a girl is learning.Might have a friendly family tournament if the entire family will learn how to play.
I'm slowly getting my 6 and 4 year old into it by giving them carp commons, tokens, and basic lands... My 6 year old keeps asking for "the bird that storms" but I'm afraid that him and that card will make an Alliance...
Quote from: rarehuntertay on September 08, 2013, 10:02:35 AM
I'm slowly getting my 6 and 4 year old into it by giving them carp commons, tokens, and basic lands... My 6 year old keeps asking for "the bird that storms" but I'm afraid that him and that card will make an Alliance...
She/He sounds awesome. Also, nice pun.
Quote from: Anoobass on September 08, 2013, 02:49:56 AM
Quote from: DylanW18 on September 08, 2013, 12:43:49 AM
At my FNM there is a 7 year old names Naomi. She plays Naya Human Blitz and destroyed me. She understands the game. Too well. I cried in my soul...
^ this is my fear of going to FNM, a 21yo getting curbstomped by a 7yo. Running out of the store crying, getting into my car and driving into a tree.
Going into a {tree of redemption}
My 7yo knows how to handle his elf/hydra deck and wants to play FNM this coming Friday being the day before his birthday and could probably hold his own if he was allowed to play(his loving mother says no)... Much envy to y'all that have a significant other that plays or is ok with the kids playing...