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Rare ‘M:TG’ Card Sells for $27,302 on eBay
Saturday, November 23rd, 2013
Wow! According to ICv2.com, a Beckett graded gem mint (9.5) Alpha Black Lotus sold for an astonishing $27,302.00 on eBay this week. Apparently, the auction started at $0.99 and 14 bidders later, sold for the amazing price of $27,302.00. This beats the previous record from 2012 where a 9.5 graded Alpha Black Lotus sold for $25,000 according to a YouTube video review posted on WhatSellsBest.
What do you think of this sale? How much would you pay to own a graded piece of Magic’s history? Tell us in the comments below!
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Tags: Alpha Black Lotus, Beckett, Black Lotus, eBay, Graded, ICv2, Magic the Gathering, MTG
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This Weekend at Battleground Games & Hobbies
Friday, November 22nd, 2013
Check out what super fun events are happening this weekend at one of our conveniently located stores. Whether you enjoy Magic the Gathering, Warhammer, Yu-Gi-Oh and more, we have something for everyone. In addition, don’t forget that our tables are always open for play! Gather some friends, your favorite game, and stop by your favorite Battleground Games & Hobbies for a fun-filled evening! Not sure what game to play or try? No problem! Our friendly, knowledgeable staff can help or ask for a demo!
Battleground Games & Hobbies – 1423 Bedford Street, Abington, MA
Friday:
Entry: $5.00. Start time: 7:30 PM
Friday Night Magic – Booster Draft
Entry: $15.00. Start time: 7:30 PM
Prizes are awarded to top finishers and feature the exclusive FNM promo card!
Saturday:
Open to close – play all day!
Saturday Night Magic Booster Draft
Entry: $15.00. Start time: 7:00 PM
Sunday:
Entry: $5.00. Start time: Noon (12:00 PM)
Battleground Games & Hobbies – 25 Taunton Street, Plainville, MA
Friday:
Entry: $5.00. Start time: 7:30 PM
Saturday:
Free, open play from open to close!
Sunday:
Entry: FREE! Start time: Noon (12:00 PM)
Don’t forget about TANKSgiving, happening next week at participating Battleground Games & Hobbies locations. If you’re a Warhammer 40K fan, you won’t want to miss this awesome, annual event!
Didn’t see an event for your favorite game? Is there something you wish for us to host? No problem! Contact us and let us know what events you would like to see in the future at your favorite local Battleground Games & Hobbies! We look forward to hearing your feedback and likewise, look forward to seeing you at our next exciting event!
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Tags: Events, FNM, Friday Night Magic, Pokemon, Tournaments, Warhammer 40K, YGO, Yu-Gi-Oh
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Winner’s Circle: Nov 15th Friday Night Magic Champions
Tuesday, November 19th, 2013
Congratulations to this week’s Friday Night Magic winners at both Battleground Games & Hobbies locations in Abington, MA and Plainville, MA. This week, FNM featured the Standard format with top finishers not only receiving store credit prizes, but likewise an exclusive promo foil, Grisly Salvage. Check out who won:
Battleground Games & Hobbies – Abington, MA
Standard FNM. Start time: 7:30 PM.
1st Place: Chris Hollisan (Mono-blue Devotion)
2nd Place: Nick Durso
3rd Place: Christopher Curtin
4th Place: Alex Suarez
Theros Booster Draft Pod One. Start time: 7:30 PM.
1st Place: Mark Diodati
Theros Booster Draft Pod Two. Start time: 7:30 PM.
1st Place: Jai Alexander
Battleground Games & Hobbies – Plainville, MA
Standard FNM. Start time: 7:30 PM.
1st Place: Nick Blake (Mono-Black Devotion)
2nd Place: Devin Malko (Esper Control)
3rd Place: Nick Corville (RG Devotion)
4th Place: Dylan Klett (Esper Control)
Again, congratulations to the top finishers of each event. In addition, from the staff here at Battleground Games & Hobbies, we’d like to thank everyone that attended both Friday Night Magic events. We greatly appreciate you choosing to hang out with us.
If you’re looking for a friendly atmosphere to enjoy playing Magic the Gathering while meeting new, like-minded people and win cool prizes and exclusive promo cards, then Friday Night Magic at Battleground Games & Hobbies is exactly what you’re looking for! Try Friday Night Magic today at either of our conveniently located brick-and-mortar stores and see why Magic players consider Friday night the best night of the week. To learn more about our Friday Night Magic events, please click here.
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Tags: FNM, Friday Night Magic, Magic the Gathering, Tournament, Wizards of the Coast, WOTC
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Holiday Gift Box 2013 – Now on Sale!
Friday, November 15th, 2013
The Magic the Gathering Holiday Gift Box 2013 has finally arrived! If you’re looking for a fantastic gift idea for the Magic player in your life, the Holiday Gift Box 2013 makes for a wonderful gift – and great value! For just $19.99, not only does the Holiday Gift Box store 2000 Magic the Gathering cards, but likewise includes:
1. Four Theros booster packs
2. Beautiful storage box that can hold more than 2,000 Magic cards
3. Twenty Theros basic lands
4. Six illustrated plastic dividers
5. Sticker sheet for customizing the dividers
6. An alternate-art Karametra’s Acolyte from the Theros set
What value! So stop by your local Battleground Games & Hobbies to pick up the brand new Holiday Gift Box 2013 today!
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Tags: Holiday Gift Box 2013, Magic the Gathering, MTG, Theros, Wizards of the Coast, WOTC
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This Weekend at Battleground Games & Hobbies
Friday, November 15th, 2013
Check out what super fun events are happening this weekend at one of our conveniently located stores. Whether you enjoy Magic the Gathering, Warhammer, Yu-Gi-Oh and more, we have something for everyone. In addition, don’t forget that our tables are always open for play! Gather some friends, your favorite game, and stop by your favorite Battleground Games & Hobbies for a fun-filled evening! Not sure what game to play or try? No problem! Our friendly, knowledgeable staff can help or ask for a demo!
Battleground Games & Hobbies – 1423 Bedford Street, Abington, MA
Friday:
Friday Night Magic – Standard.
Entry: $5.00. Start time: 7:30 PM.
Friday Night Magic – Booster Draft.
Entry: $15.00. Start time: 7:30 PM.
Prizes are awarded to top finishers and feature the exclusive FNM promo card!
Saturday:
Warhammer 40K 2500 pt – Double FOC
Entry: $20.00. Start time: 10:00 AM.
Entry: $15.00. Start time: 7:00 PM
Sunday:
Entry: $5.00. Start time: Noon (12:00 PM).
Battleground Games & Hobbies – 25 Taunton Street, Plainville, MA
Friday:
Entry: $5.00. Start time: 7:30 PM.
Saturday:
Free, open play, from open to close!
Sunday:
Entry: FREE! Start time: Noon (12:00 PM).
Didn’t see an event for your favorite game? Is there something you wish for us to host? No problem! Contact us and let us know what events you would like to see in the future at your favorite local Battleground Games & Hobbies! We look forward to hearing your feedback and likewise, look forward to seeing you at our next exciting event!
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Tags: 40K, Event, FNM, Friday Night Magic, Konami, Magic the Gathering, MTG, Nintento, Pokemon, Tournament, Warhammer, Warhammer 40K, Wizards of the Coast, YGO, Yu-Gi-Oh
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Commander Decks Now on Sale!
Thursday, November 14th, 2013
Do you own one (or all) of these awesome, brand new Commander 2013 decks yet? No? Well don’t worry, Battleground Games & Hobbies is fully stocked at both our Abington, MA and Plainville, MA locations. So, don’t be shy! Stop by your local Battleground Games & Hobbies location and pick up this fantastic new Magic the Gathering product by Wizards of the Coast today. Best part – they’re just $29.99 each!
Plus, don’t forget that every Tuesday at Battleground Games & Hobbies in Abington, MA, you can play with one of these decks in the Commander 1v1 tournament starting at 7:00 PM! Only $5.00 to play and earn super sweet prizes. We strongly encourage players to arrive up to thirty (30) minutes prior to event start. For more details, please visit our Abington event calender. If you’d like to know more about events at our Plainville location, please click here. Look forward to seeing you there!
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Tags: Commander 2013, EDH, Elder Dragon Highlander, Event, Magic the Gathering, MTG, Tournament, Wizards of the Coast
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