236: It Doesn't Matter What Others Think, Play YOUR Game with Theophile Delavy - a podcast by Shaun Penrod talks tips and stories with professional Magic: The Gathering
from 2017-09-19T08:00
Theophile Delavy is a Swiss Magic: The Gathering player living in Geneva and has 1 Grand Prix top 8 at GP Metz 2017 - Hours of Devastation Limited.
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First Set
Champions of Kamigawa
Favorite Set
Champions of Kamigawa
Favorite Card
Dark Confidant
Early Challenge
The stress of attending his first PTQ. Theo felt pressured to prove to people he belonged at Magic events.
Magic Milestones
Theo's first PTQ top 8 was a big moment. He followed that up with making day 2 at his first Grand Prix.
Worst Magic Moment
At GP Utrecht, Theo was really hoping for a certain archetype to be viable. He was building on past knowledge and learned to consider each new set on its own.
Proudest Magic Moment
Top 8 at GP Metz.
What Have You Learned From Magic
Theo has learned to just be himself and play how he wants. Not to worry about what others think. In life, he does the same.
Tips for Beginner Limited Players
Study the spoiler and read set reviews. Pay attention to cards that have large varying opinions.
Biggest Mistake Players Make
Being too aggressive when they are winning.
How to Effectively Prepare for a Big Event
Theo plays Limited with friends twice a week. Through this process, he gets to know the cards and discuss the picks with his friends.
Parting Guidance
It doesn't matter what people think of you as a Magic player.
Magic Resource
Connect With Theophile Delavy
Theo can be found in the MTG Pro Tutor Facebook group.
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