This social event is based on "Bracket 2" and prioritizes the enjoyment of the entire table. Of course, that doesn't mean we aren't aiming to win; rather, the goal is for everyone to leave with fun and interesting memories—valuing that experience just as much as one's own victory. We encourage those who share this mindset to play in this "Amakuchi" (Casual/Friendly) category.
"Amakuchi" is also recommended if you are participating with a pre-constructed deck exactly as it is. While there are differences in power levels among pre-constructed decks, the play experience we aim for here is one where you enjoy the game including those very differences!
Games are generally played at 4-player tables, though groups may be adjusted to 3–5 players depending on the number of participants. A total of two games will be played. Before the game starts, please conduct a "Rule 0" discussion with everyone at your table. (See below for details on Rule 0.)
Tables will be reshuffled between games. You may change your deck for each round.
About Rule 0
This is a time before the match to align expectations regarding deck levels and commanders.
1. Please introduce your commander, including its colors and abilities. *1
2. Please mention cards that have good synergy with your commander. *2
3. Please share one thing with your opponents regarding the moves you aim to make with the deck, or the kind of game experience you want to create for the people you are playing with. *3
Please refer to the examples below.
* (Example 1: My commander is [Name], and its color identity is [Colors]. Its ability allows me to do [Action].)
* (Example 2: It has great synergy with [Card Name], so I have a lot of cards like that in the deck.)
* (Example 3: I joined this bracket because I wanted to do [Action] with this commander.)
For more details on the brackets, please refer to
this article.
Each game lasts 75 minutes. If the game is not finished within this time but is expected to conclude before a player runs out of cards (or "stacks out"), play may continue for a maximum of 3 additional minutes. If no winner is determined by then, the player with the highest life total wins (in the event of a tie, the winner is the player seated furthest back in the turn order).
Once a winner is determined, the participants at the table must vote to decide on the "Democratic Winner" of the game.
The player selected as the Democratic Winner will have the opportunity to have their decklist published. If interested, please register your deck and notify a staff member on the day of the event.
Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration will close once the event reaches capacity.
If participating with a deck intended for a higher tier (such as Bracket 3), please keep in mind that this is a social event where the enjoyment of the entire table takes precedence. Please be mindful of the intentions and expectations associated with Bracket 2 play.
Expectations for Bracket 2:
・Decks are not highly optimized or overly complex; they include cards chosen for creativity and entertainment value.
・Win conditions are incremental, telegraphed on the board, and open to interaction/disruption.
・Gameplay emphasizes social interaction and is low-pressure.
・Gameplay is proactive and considerate, creating an environment where players can showcase their deck's strategies.
