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168: Australia Team Captain David Mines is Always Open to Learning
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David Mines has 1 Grand Prix top 8 and 1 Grand Prix win under his belt, has 2 Pro Tour top 16 and is the captain of the 2016 Australian World Magic Cup team. David lives in Brisbane, Australia.
Click to Tweet: I got a ton of value from David Mines when he shared his story on #MTGProTutor! Listen here: http://bit.ly/mtgprotutor-ep168
First SetInvasion
Favorite SetInvasion
Favorite CardLiliana of the veil
Early ChallengeDavid found it hard to be taken seriously because he was so young. Testing with other groups was hard. He's learned to be very open to other ideas.
When was Your Magic BreakthroughAt David's second PPTQ he and his team went all the way to the finals and split the win. He learned to not intimidated by big games.
Level Up MomentAfter coming back, David won a PPTQ and linked with a team that took Magic very seriously. This approach opened. David's eyes.
Worst Magic MomentAt a Grand Prix soon after David's return, he throws away a top 8 because he played around a card that he shouldn't.
Proudest Magic MomentGrand Prix Melbourne 2016 (David won!) Top 8 at World Magic Cup 2016.
Best FormatModern
Deepest Thing You've Learned About YourselfDavid has learned how competitive he can be and has been able to learn to tone it down.
Biggest Mistake Players MakePlayers try to play around too many things.
Underplayed Card in ModernMidnight Oil
Beginner Modern AdviceFinal a deck that fits your play style. Learn what the other decks do.
Daily ActivitiesListening to music helps David's frame of mind.
Improvement SuggestionsBe open and receptive to learning. Soak in knowledge and learn from better players.
Magic Resource Connect With David MinesDavid can be found in the MTG Pro Tutor Facebook group.
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168: Australia Team Captain David Mines is Always Open to Learning
MTG Pro Tutor - Insights, Tips & Advice from Magic: The Gathering Pros
Manage episode 170818850 series 98294
David Mines has 1 Grand Prix top 8 and 1 Grand Prix win under his belt, has 2 Pro Tour top 16 and is the captain of the 2016 Australian World Magic Cup team. David lives in Brisbane, Australia.
Click to Tweet: I got a ton of value from David Mines when he shared his story on #MTGProTutor! Listen here: http://bit.ly/mtgprotutor-ep168
First SetInvasion
Favorite SetInvasion
Favorite CardLiliana of the veil
Early ChallengeDavid found it hard to be taken seriously because he was so young. Testing with other groups was hard. He's learned to be very open to other ideas.
When was Your Magic BreakthroughAt David's second PPTQ he and his team went all the way to the finals and split the win. He learned to not intimidated by big games.
Level Up MomentAfter coming back, David won a PPTQ and linked with a team that took Magic very seriously. This approach opened. David's eyes.
Worst Magic MomentAt a Grand Prix soon after David's return, he throws away a top 8 because he played around a card that he shouldn't.
Proudest Magic MomentGrand Prix Melbourne 2016 (David won!) Top 8 at World Magic Cup 2016.
Best FormatModern
Deepest Thing You've Learned About YourselfDavid has learned how competitive he can be and has been able to learn to tone it down.
Biggest Mistake Players MakePlayers try to play around too many things.
Underplayed Card in ModernMidnight Oil
Beginner Modern AdviceFinal a deck that fits your play style. Learn what the other decks do.
Daily ActivitiesListening to music helps David's frame of mind.
Improvement SuggestionsBe open and receptive to learning. Soak in knowledge and learn from better players.
Magic Resource Connect With David MinesDavid can be found in the MTG Pro Tutor Facebook group.
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