Dear Magi Judge, I hope this note finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to seek your expert guidance and knowledge on a few matters related to the world of magic. Firstly, I have always been fascinated by the art of magic and have recently started practicing it myself. However, I am faced with a dilemma regarding the ethical boundaries of magic. How can one ensure that their magic tricks do not harm or deceive others? Are there any specific guidelines or principles that magicians should follow to maintain integrity and respect within the magical community? Secondly, I have been toying with the idea of participating in a local magic competition. As a beginner, I am unsure of the criteria that judges typically use to evaluate magic performances.
As a beginner, I am unsure of the criteria that judges typically use to evaluate magic performances. What aspects of a performance are typically considered when judging the skill and creativity of a magician? Are there any particular tricks or techniques that tend to impress judges more than others? Lastly, I have come across various debates on the internet regarding the authenticity of certain magic performances. Some argue that all magic is just an illusion and no supernatural powers are involved, while others claim to possess genuine magical abilities.
Ask A Judge: Rules Of Battle!
With a new set comes new mechanics. With new mechanics come questions and answers! Find out what you need to know about Battle for Zendikar’s strange interactions, the Prerelease, and the new scry rule for mulligans!
September 24, 2015 Link copied!Hello friends and welcome back to Ask a Judge! My name is Paul Baranay, but most people call me Bearz and you can too. For the past three years I’ve been
judging tournaments of all shapes and sizes, from Grand Prix Las Vegas to PPTQs in New York City. I love educating people about the rules and sharing my
love of Magic, so I’m very excited to take the helm of Ask a Judge. In this column, a special guest and I will answer your questions about tricky card
interactions, running Magic tournaments, and more! If you have a question, feel free to email them to [email protected]!
With Battle for Zendikar right around the corner, there’s one thing that’s on everyone’s mind: the Prerelease! A Prerelease is one of my favorite
times of the year. It’s our first opportunity to really play with the new set, and I love the process of discovering what cards are good, what’s better
than it seems, and how it all fits together. I also enjoy how the uniqueness of the Prerelease brings in players who attend very few tournaments. It’s this
kind of camaraderie and community that takes ordinary tournaments and really transforms them into events.
Another reason Prereleases are so special to me is because they played a pivotal role in my career. The first large event I ever judged was
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big area Prerelease in Boston. The set was Return to Ravnica, so everyone was really excited and the crowds were quite big. But it was a
Prerelease and everything was quite casual, so it was a great environment to grow. I learned a ton, and all the judges I worked with were awesome.
One of those judges was Casey Brefka! You may have seen him wearing red as the Head Judge of the Standard Open in Worcester a few weeks ago, or at any
number of other events all across the country. Casey has worked so many events for SCG that he even has his own token!
With all that in mind, it made perfect sense to invite Casey to be my special guest for this Ask a Judge. He’ll be helping me answer this week’s rules
questions — but first, let’s find out a little more about him!
As a magi judge with years of experience, what is your personal perspective on this matter? Do you believe in the existence of real magic, or do you consider it purely as a form of entertainment? I greatly value your expertise and insights on these matters, as they will not only enhance my own understanding of magic but also shape my future journey in this captivating world. Thank you in advance for your time and willingness to share your knowledge. Yours sincerely, [Your Name].
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