Delving further into M:tG

I have decided to try my hand at delving a little further into the world of Magic: the Gathering by going to a few more tournaments. While I have not done all that well (41st of 73 at States and 6th of 10 at first City Champs), but I have learned from my experiences. Unfortunately, I am a little short on funds and cannot go play in a draft tonight, but will play some sealed next week. This has turned out to be quite a challenge, which is something my mind loves. Also, trying to come up with new, interesting, powerful, or unique decks is the closest thing to a creative outlet I can get my mind to embrace (I am not by nature a creative or artistic person; I am an accountant).

I can't imagine I will ever be good enough to make a living, let alone play on the Pro Tour. However, I have fun playing, and with enough improvement, could potentially get enough rewards to help the hobby pay for itself.

Wish me luck!

Peace,
A-Dork

M:tG resurrected

So, I guess I can add a new topic that may encourage me to post a little more often (though it may only be interesting to a select few nerds like myself): Magic: the Gathering. I had not played for quite a few years, but recently got together with some friends who were interested in the game and brought by cards out of storage. I am quite happy I did...it really is a fun game, plus it makes my think. It is always a challenge to get better or overcome a new situation, and I can really enjoy challenges.

Right now, it is primarily a group of four playing duals and multiplayer free-for-alls. However, as we get more comfortable, who knows...play with strangers at the local game shop, enter tournaments, whatever. We are also trying to plan a M:tG-themed geocache. Yeah, I know...Uber-nerds...but, we are having fun, and that is what matters. You have to be true to yourself, and I am most certainly a dork!

Peace,
Alphadork