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Join Us for MTG ‘Fate Reforged’ Game Day – TOMORROW!

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Battleground Games & Hobbies in Abington and Plainville MA

 

Join us at Battleground Games & Hobbies for our ‘Fate Reforged’ Game Day and play with the new cards on a global scale!

 
Saturday
ABINGTON
Format: Standard (with a cut to top 8.)
Date: February 14th, 2015
Time: 2:00pm
Entrance Fee: $10.00

Sunday
ABINGTON
Format: Standard (with a cut to top 8.)
Date: February 15th, 2015
Time: 2:00pm
Entrance Fee: $10.00

PLAINVILLE
Format: Standard (with a cut to top 8.)
Date: February 15th, 2015
Time: 2:00pm
Entrance Fee: $10.00

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The event will cut to a top 8 or top 4 based on attendance.

Deck lists are not required for this event.

All players will receive a full art promo and top 8 competitors will receive an additional full art, foil promo!

The winner of the event will receive a sweet, Fate Reforged Game Day Playmat (shown above).

 

We look forward to seeing you there!

 

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This week in Magic: A Reforged Standard format

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Welcome back to another “This week in Magic.” I hope many of you who live on the East Coast had a wonderful experience during the Blizzard. I, for the most part, sat back and thought about Magic. What exactly did I think about? I mostly reflected upon how much Fate Reforged has changed the face of Standard (and in some instances, Modern as well). With a major tournament also in the books, players have a clearer idea as to what the competitive meta may look like going forward.

 

Sultai Control

For those of you who don’t know. Starcitygames held another Standard open series this past weekend in Washington, D.C. This was a pretty important event, and, based on the results, a lot of interesting things happened. The biggest headline would have to be that Abzan did not take the top spot at the end of the tournament. Instead, players found Sultai Control piloted by familiar pro, Gerard Fabiano. Unlike the Sultai Whip decks we had been used to seeing in Khans, Sultai has gone full control thanks to the introduction of Fate Reforged.

 

So what exactly caused the change? The introduction of a Black board sweeper has really changed how things are approached in Standard. In addition to the Black board wipe, Ugin has made its presence known in control decks who look to go the distance in their plans. The new Sultair Control deck reminds me of a BUG Superfriends deck. It looks like the point of the decks is to keep the board as clear as possible for as long as possible. All the while, you’re setting your board up to ultimate Kiora and start making little 9/9s at the end of every turn.

 

A new Boat Brew

Another deck that may be emerging is a new version of Boat Brew. If you know me at all or know anyone who knows me, then you should know I am a big fan of Boat Brew. Back in the day, Boat Brew was a fun RW deck (originally designed by Brian Kowal) that played small, super efficient creatures combined with a fun-loving burn package and a key card known as Reveillark. It was quite the aggro deck and certainly made some people furious.

 

While the present version of the deck doesn’t have Reveillark to really abuse the deck, the rest of the cast can hold it’s own. Today you have creatures like Soulfire Grandmaster and Monastery Mentor who can make and break games on their own. Together, this duo make for a killer combo.

 

Abzan Aggro

For the most part, Abzan Aggro didn’t change very much. However, it welcomed, with arms wide open, it’s newest cast member: Tasigur, the Golden Fang. So what’s so special about Tasigur? Some of you may recall a card from Khans by the name of Hooting Mandrils. This card was so popular that some professionals tried to find numerous ways to fit it their Standard deck. Now players have Tasigur. She may cost the same, but her added defense and ability now make her worthwhile.

 

UB Control

This past weekend I played in another PPTQ. This time I decided to pilot UB Control. There was huge catch to this though. I wasn’t able to get my hands on any Crux’s. So I found myself in quite a bit of a bind. I ended up playing the older lists which contained four copies of Perilous Vaults. I did, however, have a couple copies of the new planeswalker, Ugin. Ironically, he was easier to obtain than Crux of Fate.

 

Interestingly enough, it wasn’t so bad not playing any Crux’s. That’s not to say it was the right play. Having talked to many people at the event, it seems like a package of two Crux’s and three Perilous Vaults may be the way to go in the end. Although, after six rounds on Sunday, it may not be a crazy idea of main boarding multiple copies of Drown in Sorrow. Why main board Drown in Sorrow? First we can thank the emergence of the new Boat Brew. Secondly, the breakthrough of this new deck may be another good reason.

 

Temur Ascendancy combo

Just when you thought there was only one, a brand new combo has come bursting through the doors. This combo works via a Voyaging Satyr, a Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx, an Ascendancy, and a Temur Sabertooth. The ultimate goal is to make unlimited mana by tapping your Nykthos, untapping it with your Voyaging Satyr, bouncing your Satyr with the use of the Sabertooth, and then replaying the Satyr. Then you simply repeat the step, make all the mana you want and the play your whole deck thanks to a Genesis Hydra.

 

The deck may not have made the Top 8, but it is still one you’ll have to look out for. It put up a legitimate performance and looks like a lot of fun to play.

 

Well that’s it for now. What do you think of the new face of Standard? Are there any new decks that you think were missed? If so, sound off below in the comment section and let us know!

 

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Simeon is now the Community Manager for Battleground Games & Hobbies. If you have any questions or inquiries, then you can reach him at Sims@battlegroundgames.com. He is also an avid gamer who loves to play board games and video games. He graduated college with a degree in Political Science, and now serves the public by writing about games. You can check that out here. Don’t forget to “like” him on Facebook as well. It’ll update you on all of his newest content. Best of all, you can follow Simeon on Twitter (@SimeonCortezano) for some real time hilarity. Thanks for reading!

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‘Fate Reforged’ Has Arrived!

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The high-anticipated second set in the Khans of Tarkir block, Fate Reforged has finally arrived TODAY at Battleground Games & Hobbies! Pick up the single cards you’ve been waiting for, booster boxes, packs and more. Battleground Games & Hobbies is you one-stop shop for all your Magic the Gathering needs! You can also order all these items from our online store and have them shipped right to your door, too.

 

Plus, please don’t forget to join us this evening for our special Fat Pack Challenge event, held the release day of every new Magic set! Check out the details below. We look forward to seeing you there!

 

Battleground’s Fat Pack Challenge is back for Fate Reforged!

Fate Reforged (FRF) will be released on Friday, January 23rd and we will have a full line-up of events for you to crack packs, build decks and play Magic at both of our stores!  The weekend will kick off with our flagship Sealed Deck style event.

The Battleground Fat Pack Challenge is taking place on Friday night, 1/23/15, at both locations (run as our FNM).  These are the ultimate sealed events – where you open packs, build a deck and play with just the contents of a Fate Reforged Fat Pack!

The concept of a Fat Pack Challenge is pretty simple.  Each player will receive an Fate Reforged Fat Pack with which to build a 40 card deck.  Players may use ONLY what is inside of their Fat Pack to construct their decks.  No additional land will be provided!

This time instead of awarding prizes randomly throughout the event, EVERYONE that enrolls into the Fat Pack Challenge will receive a Battleground playmat at the beginning of the event!  (while supplies last)  Player’s in the event will be competing for glory and a super sweet commemorative plaque.  No other prizes will be award for this event.

We’ve got two of these events for you, one at each Battleground location:

Abington and Plainville:
Format: **Fat Pack Sealed**
Date: January 23rd, 2015 a FRIDAY
Time: 7:00pm
Entrance Fee: $40.00

Abington:
1423 Bedford Street
Abington MA 02351
781.261.9669
Plainville:
25 Taunton Street
Plainville MA 02762
508.316.1195

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MTG ‘Fate Reforged’ Pre-orders: 24 Hours to Go!

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Only 24 hours left to pre-order the next set in the Khans of Tarkir block – Fate Reforged! Reserve products and single cards from this new set today and have then ready for you on January 23rd for either in-store pick up or shipped right to your front door!

 

Pre-order Fate Reforged Single Cards

Pre-order Fate Reforged Sealed Product

 

Fate Reforged pre-orders ship on Friday, January 23rd. Sealed product may not ship internationally. Orders containing pre-order items will not ship until the pre-order item becomes available.

 

Don’t forget to join us at either Battleground Games & Hobbies location TOMORROW for our high acclaimed Fat Pack Challenge event! Participants receive a Fate Reforged Fat Pack with which to build a 40-card deck and compete for some super-cool, exclusive prizes! Event begins promptly at 7:00 PM. Entry is just the cost of the Fat Pack. Join us! We look forward to seeing you there.

 

 

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MTG ‘Fate Reforged’ Pre-orders: Only ONE Week Left!

 

 

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Only ONE week left to pre-order the next set in the Khans of Tarkir block – Fate Reforged! Reserve products and single cards from this new set today and have then ready for you on January 23rd for either in-store pick up or shipped right to your front door!

 

Pre-order Fate Reforged Single Cards

Pre-order Fate Reforged Sealed Product

Fate Reforged pre-orders ship on Friday, January 23rd. Sealed product may not ship internationally. Orders containing pre-order items will not ship until the pre-order item becomes available.

 

Don’t forget to join us at either Battleground Games & Hobbies location on Friday, January 23rd for our high acclaimed Fat Pack Challenge event! Participants receive a Fate Reforged Fat Pack with which to build a 40-card deck and compete for some super-cool, exclusive prizes! Event begins promptly at 7:00 PM. Entry is just the cost of the Fat Pack. Join us! We look forward to seeing you there.

 

 

 

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‘Fate Reforged’ MIDNIGHT Madness Begins TONIGHT!

 

Battleground’s Fate Reforged Prerelease – BEGINNING TONIGHT AT MIDNIGHT!

 

 

Come to our Fate Reforged Prerelease and experience the newest Magic: the Gathering set a week before it goes on sale!

 

ANNOUNCING A NEW, FRIENDLY PRIZE PAYOUT WHICH WILL AWARD PRIZE PACKS TO EVERYONE THAT’S WON TWO OR MORE MATCHES!
We’re pleased to announce that we’ll be paying out more prize packs and to more people than ever before!

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The Fate Reforged Prerelease presents players with a special opportunity to open a Prerelease Pack. There are five Prerelease Packs to choose from; each corresponds to a one of the five clans in Fate Reforged:

 

The Abzan Houses – White/Black/Green
The Jeskai Way – Blue/Red/White
The Sultai Brood – Black/Green/Blue
The Mardu Horde – Red/White/Black
The Temur Frontier – Green/Blue/Red

 

If players would like to be guaranteed a specific Fate Reforged Prerelease Pack they MUST preregister for the event they would like to participate in.  Please talk to someone at the store or contact us to preregister.

Abington Store:
1423 Bedford Street
Abington MA 02351
781.261.9669

Plainville Store:
25 Taunton Street
Plainville MA 02762
508.316.1195

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Format: Sealed Deck*
Date: January 17th Friday night / Saturday morning
Time: 12:00am (midnight) – BOTH LOCATIONS
Entrance Fee: $30.00 per person
This event will run 4 rounds.

 

Format: Sealed Deck*
Date: January 17th Saturday afternoon
Time: 12:00pmPLAINVILLE
Time: 2:00pmABINGTON
Entrance Fee: $30.00 per person
This event will run 4 rounds.

 

Format: Sealed Deck*
Date: January 17th Saturday night
Time: 6:00pmPLAINVILLE
Time: 7:00pmABINGTON
Entrance Fee: $30.00 per person
This event will run 4 rounds.

 

Format: Two-Headed Giant Sealed Deck**
Date: January 18th Sunday afternoon
Time: 12:00pm in PLAINVILLE
Time: 7:00pm in ABINGTON
Entrance Fee: $25.00 per person
This event will run 4 rounds.

 

Format: Sealed Deck*
Date: January 18th Sunday night
Time: 6:00pm in PLAINVILLE
Time: 2:00pm in ABINGTON
Entrance Fee: $30.00 per person
This event will run 4 rounds.
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*Sealed Deck: Each player receives one Fate Reforged Prerelease Pack corresponding to the clan of their choice.

**Two-Headed Giant Sealed Deck:  Each TEAM will receive 2 Fate Reforged Prerelease Packs with which to build two 40 card decks.

 

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What Do I Get?

Each Player will receive one Fate Reforged Prerelease Pack that contains:

4 Fate Reforged booster packs
1 Khans of Tarkir booster pack
1 seeded booster pack
1 Activity insert
1 Clan information card
1 Spindown Life Counter
1 clan identity button
For this event, players may use the promo card included with the Prerelease Pack in their tournament deck.

 

What Else Can I Do?

Open Dueling: Open Dueling players each receive 1 Fate Reforged Intro Pack. Open Dueling players use their Intro Pack to play against each other, as well as Prerelease tournament players who are between matches. All players should be encouraged to help teach Open Dueling participants how to play Magic.

 

Come down, play some cards, check out the new set, and meet some new people!

 

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