Have the (probably stupid) idea of going to a PTQ

[Ekann1]

So since I have my first real standard deck ever (so, not counting my {maze's end} deck), I am considering (not very strongly) going to a PTQ. I'm sure I'd lose quickly, but it might be good to get an idea of what it's like. Also I want to get some use out of my standard deck.

So. The questions for you guys who play more competitively than I do is:

1. How stupid is it for someone who mainly plays casual and plays very little standard to go to a PTQ? Complete waste of money, I'm guessing. (If you tell me this is true, I won't be offended. Just try to be nice about it )

2. I'm sure the rules are much stricter at PTQs. What are some basic things to remember (if I decide to go) so I'm less likely to get disqualified?

Thanks in advance. I really appreciate the help.

If looking at my deck would help in any way, it's called "UW Agro" and should be on the first or second page of standard decks.

[Steerpike]

1. If you enjoy the competitive experience then its pretty much worth it right there. If you expect to lose, it's only unwise if you do not believe that the entry fee is worth playing the minimum number of matches. Otherwise you will have, at the very least, learned from failure, and that'll just make you a better player.

2. Umm, untap before you draw?
Read up on the sticked thread about the stack and make sure you're aware of all rulings on the cards in the deck you will enter with

[Sparkle Ninja]

I don't understand abbreviations. Could someone please explain what PTQ means?

[Ekann1]

1. If you enjoy the competitive experience then its pretty much worth it right there. If you expect to lose, it's only unwise if you do not believe that the entry fee is worth playing the minimum number of matches.

2. Umm, untap before you draw?
Read up on the sticked thread about the stack and make sure you're aware of all rulings on the cards in the deck you will enter with

Thanks for the suggestions, and +1

1. While I generally play casual, I like to try different things, so that's a good idea to keep in mind when I lose and get mad

2. I like to think I'm pretty good at the rules. I play casual more because of the money, not because it's less complicated (even though sometimes it isn't, especially with my melek/think twice deck, for example.)

But the rulings on the cards in my deck is a good idea, thanks.

1 question: if someone forgets to untap something and then draws, is it legal to not let them untap it until next turn?

[Ekann1]

I don't understand abbreviations. Could someone please explain what PTQ means?

Pro Tour Qualifier.

[Sparkle Ninja]

Ahhh. Ok. I considered going to one of those with my mono white deck a little while ago. Then I realised I didn't want to pay money to lose to some stupid good deck

[Ekann1]

Ahhh. Ok. I considered going to one of those with my mono white deck a little while ago. Then I realised I didn't want to pay money to lose to some stupid good deck

Yeah, that was my thought too. I'm going to see how my deck does at game day and then decide. So far in testing I don't think it has lost a game, so I'm optimistic.

Considering my last record at game day, that may not be a great idea.

[Sparkle Ninja]

My last game day was really good. the next one I'm running a burn deck built around comboing out a {Guttersnipe} {Epic Experiment} for the win

[Steerpike]

1. If you enjoy the competitive experience then its pretty much worth it right there. If you expect to lose, it's only unwise if you do not believe that the entry fee is worth playing the minimum number of matches.

2. Umm, untap before you draw?
Read up on the sticked thread about the stack and make sure you're aware of all rulings on the cards in the deck you will enter with

Thanks for the suggestions, and +1

1. While I generally play casual, I like to try different things, so that's a good idea to keep in mind when I lose and get mad

2. I like to think I'm pretty good at the rules. I play casual more because of the money, not because it's less complicated (even though sometimes it isn't, especially with my melek/think twice deck, for example.)

But the rulings on the cards in my deck is a good idea, thanks.

1 question: if someone forgets to untap something and then draws, is it legal to not let them untap it until next turn?

Because the pro tour is the highest level of competition (right?), I would enter assuming that 1. The rules of the game will be followed in the strictest sense, and 2. Your opponents won't let an opportunity to take advantage of a mistake go away.

[Ekann1]

My last game day was really good. the next one I'm running a burn deck built around comboing out a {Guttersnipe} {Epic Experiment} for the win

Sounds like fun

My last game day was terrible, 1-5 with maze's end. Oh yeah, and the one win was a bye. Lol. I had two game wins the whole event.

[MuggyWuggy]

Test test test and then go for it!

[Ekann1]

Test test test and then go for it!

Most of my testing has been actually wall games as I don't really have people to play with or enough time to test a lot, but I think my deck should do well.  I'm playing it as game day so I'll see how it does then too.

[MuggyWuggy]

Cockatrice

[Lyriczulu]

I'd say go for it if you're interested. I went to a sealed PTQ in November even though I'm not great at limited nor do I play Standard, but it was still a bunch of fun despite going 0-2 and dropping (then I got to go play in all the side events!).

The rules enforcement level (REL) will be higher but its not like judges are looming over your shoulder waiting for you to make mistakes, and most opponents are understanding when/if you make a small mistake. On the other hand, never be afraid to call a judge if you're unsure of an interaction or think you're opponent might be doing something incorrectly.

[Ekann1]

I'd say go for it if you're interested. I went to a sealed PTQ in November even though I'm not great at limited nor do I play Standard, but it was still a bunch of fun despite going 0-2 and dropping (then I got to go play in all the side events!).

The rules enforcement level (REL) will be higher but its not like judges are looming over your shoulder waiting for you to make mistakes, and most opponents are understanding when/if you make a small mistake. On the other hand, never be afraid to call a judge if you're unsure of an interaction or think you're opponent might be doing something incorrectly.

Sounds like a good idea. I guess I should probably read up a little bit on that level of rules enforcement.

Thanks and +1