201: Control What You CAN Control with Jack Dobbin

Jack Dobbin is a long-time grinder from the United States Midwest with a couple Pro Tour appearances and one GP top 8. He's living, learning and loving all things Magic: The Gathering. Click to Tweet: I got a ton of value from Jack Dobbin when he shared his story on #MTGProTutor! Listen here: http://bit.ly/mtgprotutor-ep201 First Set Legions Favorite Set Theros (for the draft environment) Favorite Card Cruel ultimatum Early Challenge Being stubborn. Jack would draft a good card and then get fixated on it. He would force an archetype and learned not to. Worst Magic Moment When Wizards switched off of the ELO system, Jack's qualification chances plummeted  because he doesn't play that often. He learned to enjoy Magic at its roots. Proudest Magic Moment Qualifying for the Pro Tour and calling his wife to say they are taking a trip.  What Have You Learned From Magic Making decisions with incomplete information. Magic Mentor Advice Don't play cards that lead you to being 2 for 1'd. Draft two colors. How To Go from Day 2 to Top 8 Keep at it. Do what you're doing and take advantage of when variance breaks your way. Keep your emotions in check. Don't tilt. Deepest Thing You've Learned About Yourself You can have a good time while losing. Biggest Mistake Players Make Giving away information and playing slow. Play faster! Parting Guidance Remember to have fun. Connect With Jack Dobbin Jack can be found in the MTG Pro Tutor Facebook group. Check Out Magic Story Magic Story brings the lore of the Multiverse to life in an audio presentation never before heard in the Magic community. Listen to Episode 1 here or on www.magicthestory.com     Sponsors