Ok, so I have about 2 months to learn to play modern and really competitive magic in general. It may not be a great idea, but I've decided to go to a GP near me. Never played in one, or much modern before. :P
Any tips related to any of the things I mentioned would be appreciated. Especially stuff about GPs and things to remember so I don't accidentally break rules.
If you don't have any of the modern staples, then get ready to spend a ton of money :P
protip: get real familiar with every single trigger in your deck because missing them has consequences ranging from warnings and up
what deck are you playing? that why we can give you hints on match-ups...
From my understanding is to get a group and practice practice practice. Get a lot of basics and proxy away the recent top and tier 1 decks.
I hate I say it but to get "good" at a deck, familiar with modern, and play at that level will take more than two months. IMO just go to have some fun and don't expect too much :) modern is a very open format even I haven't played enough matches against some of the decks in the format.
Quote from: Silent1236 on May 15, 2014, 07:07:29 PM
If you don't have any of the modern staples, then get ready to spend a ton of money :P
Not really true you can make a solid Modern deck for cheap (RDW)
Thenagain be prepared lol
One thing to make sure of is that {U} all play 2 mana counter spells {Mana Leak} and {Remand} so always be prepared for that!!
Also remember if a Control deck has 4 mana and 3 are {U} sources you better expect a {Cryptic Command}
My best recommendation is look at mtgtop8.com and look at all the top tier decks just so you can see the strategies. Then from there see what you can go to beat them :P
Quote from: imthelolrus on May 15, 2014, 07:25:08 PM
I hate I say it but to get "good" at a deck, familiar with modern, and play at that level will take more than two months. IMO just go to have some fun and don't expect too much :) modern is a very open format even I haven't played enough matches against some of the decks in the format.
I expect to lose. :P But the reason I'm going is for fun.
Quote from: fj76ts4 on May 15, 2014, 07:13:56 PM
protip: get real familiar with every single trigger in your deck because missing them has consequences ranging from warnings and up
Yep, I'm playing RW Norin Soul Sisters Thingy, so triggers should be important....
Quote from: Taysby on May 15, 2014, 08:21:22 PM
Quote from: Mattao19 on May 15, 2014, 07:39:59 PM
Quote from: Silent1236 on May 15, 2014, 07:07:29 PM
If you don't have any of the modern staples, then get ready to spend a ton of money :P
My best recommendation is look at mtgtop8.com and look at all the top tier decks just so you can see the strategies. Then from there see what you can go to beat them :P
Or he could just look at my tier 1 decks list.
Looking at lists =/= playing against those lists. There are countless lines of plays and interactions that experience playing your deck against those lists are needed for a majority of decks.
You'll definitely have fun! Hope it inspires you to keep playing and practicing, I love modern :) but I think everyone knows that at this point lol 😜
I just want to try out a more competitive event and see if I like it, or if I should just stick to drafting and EDH and the occasional standard deck. :)
Thanks for the suggestions, +1s for everyone :)
Quote from: Rass on May 15, 2014, 07:24:27 PM
From my understanding is to get a group and practice practice practice. Get a lot of basics and proxy away the recent top and tier 1 decks.
I don't really have a group or the time for that :(
...which is probably a big problem for me.
Quote from: E.kann1 on May 15, 2014, 09:00:27 PM
Quote from: Rass on May 15, 2014, 07:24:27 PM
From my understanding is to get a group and practice practice practice. Get a lot of basics and proxy away the recent top and tier 1 decks.
I don't really have a group or the time for that :(
...which is probably a big problem for me.
Play on untap.in it's free and lots of fun!!
I do, but you can't really choose the matchup to test against.
Quote from: E.kann1 on May 15, 2014, 09:20:15 PM
I do, but you can't really choose the matchup to test against.
Ill be on later tn of you want me to just net deck top tier decks and play you :P
Quote from: Taysby on May 15, 2014, 10:09:16 PM
Hit me up. I'll play you with tron. I would offer other options, but I don't know how to play anything but storm and affinity. :P
Which are matchups that he needs to test against
Quote from: Taysby on May 15, 2014, 10:13:13 PM
But they aren't really tier one. You do need an out against them, but they aren't the problem
Kai and Finkel both played storm at PT BNG ... That makes storm Tier 1 also Affinity took 2nd at Richmond and Tron is still a beast!
Quote from: Taysby on May 15, 2014, 10:18:59 PM
Quote from: Mattao19 on May 15, 2014, 10:14:41 PM
Quote from: Taysby on May 15, 2014, 10:13:13 PM
But they aren't really tier one. You do need an out against them, but they aren't the problem
Tron is still a beast!
Finally! Someone who gets it! ;)
yes, people play them. Most people don't though. When they do win, it's mostly because they sneaked in due to no one preparing their side.
Bottom line, they are a force to be reckoned with, but you should focus on things like pod and splinter.
Agreed! Focus on MURICA cintrol!
Pretty sure affinity is still T1 and the best Aggro deck in the format
Quote from: imthelolrus on May 15, 2014, 10:37:25 PM
Pretty sure affinity is still T1 and the best Aggro deck in the format
So true! It's so tough to beat like Turn 2 Cranial playing equip to ornithopter swing 7 lol
Pay attention to what your opponent does. If they leave mana open assume it's intentional and go through rverything they could do with that mana that could screw you. Play around them, but don't be afraid to take a chance. Everyone bluffs. Pretend your playing poker lol
Quote from: Spencer Addington on May 15, 2014, 10:40:08 PM
Pay attention to what your opponent does. If they leave mana open assume it's intentional and go through rverything they could do with that mana that could screw you. Play around them, but don't be afraid to take a chance. Everyone bluffs. Pretend your playing poker lol
I love leaving a {sacred foundry} untapped to bluff a path or bolt :>
Quote from: imthelolrus on May 15, 2014, 10:42:31 PM
Quote from: Spencer Addington on May 15, 2014, 10:40:08 PM
Pay attention to what your opponent does. If they leave mana open assume it's intentional and go through rverything they could do with that mana that could screw you. Play around them, but don't be afraid to take a chance. Everyone bluffs. Pretend your playing poker lol
I love leaving a {sacred foundry} untapped to bluff a path or bolt :>
These are good tips, but more about playing the actual game, which (I like to think :P ) I'm pretty good at. What I was looking for more are things to remember about playing at a higher level of rules enforcement, like, for example, have the art on my sleeves all face the same way so they aren't marked cards.
Also, can someone explain to me how side events work? Especially this Super Sunday Series thing? I looked it up online but still don't completely understand.
Remembering all my triggers might be hard when playing ETBtriggers.dec (Aka RW Norin...)
Thanks for the information and +1 :)
If your in doubt about ANYTHING that has happend then call a judge over.
I reccomend keeping all your stuff in sight and no less than 3 ft away from yoh at all times at GPs. People do try to steal stuff.
Also keep an eye out for sweet deals by vendors. Sometimes you just come across a foil {Karn Liberated} with a $40 price tag!
Why sideloading?
Quote from: E.kann1 on May 16, 2014, 11:39:49 AM
Why sideloading?
Cards are more secure. Less chance of them falling out.
Anyways, my advice is to just take a deck you enjoy playing and are familiar with. Even if you go 0-3 Drop, you wanna have fun doing it! Chance are you'll find people in a similar situation willing to trade and play EDH. Have fun, meet new people! It's a GP!
Quote from: Mattao19 on May 15, 2014, 10:09:01 PM
Quote from: E.kann1 on May 15, 2014, 09:20:15 PM
I do, but you can't really choose the matchup to test against.
Ill be on later tn of you want me to just net deck top tier decks and play you :P
Sounds good :)
Quote from: ConanEdo on May 16, 2014, 10:47:46 AM
Quote from: DrainCleaner on May 16, 2014, 10:36:47 AM
I reccomend keeping all your stuff in sight and no less than 3 ft away from yoh at all times at GPs. People do try to steal stuff.
Also keep an eye out for sweet deals by vendors. Sometimes you just come across a foil {Karn Liberated} with a $40 price tag!
They estimate as many as 10 percent of people at GPS are there to steal. Trade from sideloading binders and keep your cards in front of you.
Well, guess I need a new binder. Fun.
I'd only bring my 2 standard decks, standard trade binder and 2 main EDH decks to GPs/large tourneys
And even then that's alot of money...
Bant control mid was $430
Jund monsters was $420
Selesnya token EDH $300
Scion Dragon EDH 1.3k at least (before foiled price)
Trade binder about $300-$400
I would stab a geek if he was even trying to "mistakenly" take my bag
Couldn't even imagine what it's like to play legacy
Quote from: Taysby on May 17, 2014, 01:24:46 PM
I leave my 2.5 legacy decks in my fat pack box, with my modern and standard deck and wander around the store without it. I probably shouldn't do that, but yeah, nothing bad ever happens at my store. There is that first time though...
Yeah the regulars at my LGS are trustworthy but they can get a lot of traffic from random people I've never seen and its not a risk I ca afford to take. I treat my decks like cash and wouldn't leave 3 grand on a table and walk away. Granted I'm sure people looking to steal my cards wouldn't necessarily know who has the most valuable stuff
I leave my stuff at my lgs all the time as I know the managers and leave it with them.
Plus only one way in or out, so ill most likely see someone walking away with my distinct bag