Congratulations to all who placed.  Thank you very much for all who participated and helped!  Oh, thank you very much to Ernie at Ernest Chang Piano Studios already looking forward to our Midnight  Return to Ravnica Pre-Release.  Should be crazy fun with all the extra players we can host with the space you loan us!!!  Hope to see you all the last weekend in Sept. (Ravnica Pre-release) for more MTG fun!  Below are the top four finishers and their decklist:    Nicholas Miller – First Place   8 Mountain 9 Swamp 1 Chronomaton 1 Phyrexian Hulk 2 Bloodhunter Bat 1 Duty-Bound Dead 1 Knight of Infamy 1 Servant of Nefarox 1 Tormented Soul 1 Mindclaw Shaman 2 Mogg Flunkies 1 Rummaging Goblin 1 Thundermaw Hellkite 1 Ring of Xathrid 1 Crippling Blight 1 Dark Favor 2 Disentomb 1 Flames of the Firebrand 1 Krenko’s Command 2 Turn to Slag 1 Volcanic Strength   Sideboard: 1 Angel of Mercy* 1 Battleflight Eagle* 1 Griffin Protector* 1 Guardian Lions* 1 Pillarfield Ox* 1 Merfolk of the Pearl Trident* 1 Volcanic Strength* 1 Planar Cleansing* 1 Show of Valor* 1 Encrust* 1 Essence Scatter* 1 Index* 2 Mind Sculpt* 1 Negate* 1 Tricks of the Trade* 1 Vile Rebirth* 1 Fungal Sprouting* 1 Ranger’s Path* 1 Yeva’s Forcemage*   Ryan Harada – 2ND    7 Island 10 Plains 3 Aven Squire 2 Guardian Lions 1 Knight of Glory 1 Serra Angel 1 Sublime Archangel 1 Arctic Aven 1 Captain’s Call 2 Vedalken Entrancer 1 Divine Verdict 1 Ajani’s Sunstriker 2 Angelic Benediction 1 Safe Passages 1 Divination 1 Hydrosurge 1 Switcheroo 2 Unsummon 1 Touch of the Eternal   Sideboard: 1 Glorious Charge* 3 Silvercoat Lion* 1 Courtly Provocateur* 1 Downpour* 1 Kraken Hatchling* 1 Merfolk of the Pearl Trident* 1 Mind Sculpt* 1 Bladetusk Boar* 1 Craterize* 1 Firewing Phoenix* 1 Goblin Battle Jester* 1 Kindled Fury* 1 Trumpet Blast* 1 Deadly Recluse* 1 Plummet* 1 Sentinel Spider* 1 Serpent’s Gift     Patrick Colthart  (3RD)   8 Island 8 Swamp 1 Cathedral of War 2 Archaeomancer 1 Faerie Invaders 1 Fog Bank 2 Watercourser 1 Welkin Tern 1 Wind Drake 1 Nefarox, Overlord of Grixis 1 Tormented Soul 1 Vampire Nighthawk 1 Xathrid Gorgon 1 Glorious Charge 1 Diabolic Revelation 1 Liliana’s Shade 1 Crippling Blight 1 Essence Scatter 1 Tricks of the Trade 1 Unsummon 1 Mark of the Vampire 1 Mind Rot 1 Murder 1 Rise from the Grave 1 Sign in Blood   Sideboard: 1 Glacial Fortress* 1 Phyrexian Hulk* 1 Ring of Evos Isle* 1 Erase* 1 Pacifism* 1 Warclamp Mastiff* 1 Harbor Serpent* 1 Kraken Hatchling* 1 Blood Reckoning* 1 Dark Favor* 1 Duress* 1 Phylactery Lich* 1 Bountiful Harvest* 1 Elvish Visionary* 1 Naturalize* 1 Ranger’s Path* 1 Revive*   Noah Ollice – 4TH   12 Mountain 4 Swamp 1 Evolving Wilds 2 Dragon Hatchling 1 Disciple of Bolas 1 Zombie Goliath 1 Arms Dealer 1 Canyon Minotaur 2 Chandra’s Fury 1 Fire Elemental 1 Furnace Whelp 2 Goblin Arsonist 1 Goblin Battle Jester 1 Rummaging Goblin 1 Torch Fiend 1 Kitesail 1 Ring of Valkas 1 Crippling Blight 1 Essence Drain 1 Kindled Fury 1 Trumpet Blast 1 Turn to Slag 1 Volcanic Strength   Sideboard: 1 Gem of Becoming* 1 Jayemdae Tome* 1 Kitesail* 1 Attended Knight* 1 Serra Angel* 2 Show of Valor* 1 Courtly Provocateur* 1 Downpour* 1 Negate* 1 Duress* 1 Shimian Specter* 1 Vile Rebirth* 1 Goblin Battle Jester* 1 Wild Guess* 1 Naturalize*     Thank you very much again!        Aloha from The Store,   🙂  Paula   Paula Nakata Paula’s Sports Cards, Etc. ph. (808) 533-4886 www.paulassportscards.com

Hello All!

 

Our PTQ event is still on for this Sat. August 25, 6pm.  Did you know, that we will be making PTQ history?  This will be the ONLY PTQ regular event to be held at night!  LCQ’s (last chance qualifiers) are often the night before Pro Tour events but not regular PTQ’s.  Wizards, did consider making us move it to a day event, but due to how close the event was decided to let it run.  Many players had already been allowed the day off from work to play.  Truth be told, I did not know that there was a day time preference for PTQ’s.  I scheduled this events time due to parking.  Parking restrictions for the shopping center are more relaxed during the evening.  I expect from here on out, Wizards will be posting time restrictions in their instructions when offering PTQ events in the future.  Come play and be a
part of MTG HISTORY!  That way you can say that you were there.       

 

 

In response to recent posts, just want to express that I can appreciate that we do not have the most space to work with for events but we try our best.  With this PTQ event and possible the next few pre-releases I will be utilizing the piano studio next to my store along with the hallway to give you all more space to play.  If space is still an issue with the use of the piano studio then if we are ever offered another PTQ event, I would consider renting a venue.  As far as the price of $35, sealed by far utilizes more product to run a PTQ event.  Six packs for the event, three packs for prize pool, 24 packs for top eight draft.  Just the 6+3 packs retail at a discounted $27.00 (suggestive retail for MTG packs are $3.99/pk).  Da Planet has the profit from the standard and draft PTQ to subsidize the $25 sealed and maybe they are going for
uniform PTQ pricing for their store?  Due to the length of the event and the fact that eating places will be closed we do plan to have offer a snack at sometime during the event likely around 10-11pm. 

 

In closing, I can respect if you don’t play due to our tighter space.  I can’t help the $10 price difference.  It just cost more to run sealed PTQ events and I do not have other PTQ events to off set the expense.  Thank you for taking the time to read this.  I hope to see you all this weekend and make Magic PTQ history with us.  Good luck and take care.           

 

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PTQ Magic Pro Tour Gatecrash Qualifier -Sat. August 25, 2012 6pm M2013 Sealed Deck  Entry Fee: $35* Pre-Registration is recommended.  Players Pre-Registering by Friday 9pm receive FREE $3.00 Booster pack of their choice.  When: Sat, August 25, 2012 Where: Paula’s Sports Cards, Etc. Venue doors open: 5:15 pm Registrations ends: 6 pm Event begins: 6:05 pm Parking:  In consideration of the other stores and merchants, please try your best to find street parking. We will have access to use the hallway and lobby of Ernest Chang’s Piano Studio for event.  Once event starts the exterior doors of building will be closed.  Only event players and staff will be allowed in venue before 7:15pm.  If event is too crowded spectators maybe asked to leave. Details: Tournament Structure: The structure for qualifier tournaments feeding Pro Tour Gatecrash will be modified Swiss-style, with the Top 8 players playing in a single-elimination format for prizes and invitation(s). Tournament Format: M2013 – 6 pack Sealed Deck with top 8 draft, Deck lists are required. Tournament Length: Swiss rounds – 50 minutes per round. Top 8 matches will have no time limit. Number of Swiss rounds based on attendance. Attendance Number of Swiss rounds 17 – 32 5 33 – 64 6 65 – 128 7 Advancement: All players may participate in all Swiss rounds. The Top 8 players after the final Swiss round will advance to the Top 8 single-elimination finals. Top 8 matches will be best 2 of 3. Where necessary, the standings after the Swiss rounds will still be used to determine final order in the standings. Prize(s): 1st place: Travel Reward to Pro-Tour Gatecrash February 15-17, 2013 2ND-8Th receive M2013 or Avacyn Restored Boosters (players choice).  Prizes payout depends on participation.  Three packs anted per participant toward prize pool. Prize payout will extend to 8Th-16Th if more than 64 participants enter event. Special thanks to Judge Aaron Hamer who will officiate our event.   Notes: Planeswalker Points multiplier 5x, REL: Competitive. The Magic: The Gathering Tournament Rules and Magic: The Gathering Infraction Procedure Guide are in effect for this event. Players must bring pen, paper and appropriate counters. Eligibility: Open to all players except: Players who have won a qualifier for Pro Tour Gatecrash (including Magic On-line Pro Tour Gatecrash qualifiers). Players who finished in the top 4 of an individual-format Grand Prix that offers invitations to Pro Tour Gatecrash. Players who are members of a top 2 finishing team in a team-format Grand Prix that offers invitations to Pro Tour Gatecrash. Players who finished in the top 25 of Pro Tour Return to Ravnica. Players with a 2012-2013 Pro Tour Players Club Platinum level. Minimum 8 players for MTG events to be DCI sanctioned. The dates, times, and events of all tournaments are subject to change.  *Cash only for all tournaments*.  Store does accept debit & credit cards for store purchases. Any questions please call Paula at the store ph. (808) 533-4886. Aloha from The Store,   🙂  Paula   Paula Nakata Paula’s Sports Cards, Etc. ph. (808) 533-4886 www.paulassportscards.com

EVERY THURSDAY 3:30PM VANGUARD TOURNAMENTS CONSTRUCTED 2 PACKS ANTIED / PLAYER $5.00.  Free Cardfight Vol. 2 pack to every participant.     FNM Aug 3, 3:45pm M13 $12.00 & 6:15pm M13 Sealed $20     Sat. Aug. 4th, noon M2013 Game Day.  Standard Constructed.  Cut to top 2 , 4 or 8.  Depending on # of participants.  Mwonvuli beast traker promo to all players. Top 8 players get a foil Magmaquake. Winner gets a special playmat. Entry fee $10.00.       Paula’s will be closed AUG. FRIDAY 10TH – SUNDAY AUG. 12TH    FNM Aug 17, 3:45pm M13 Draft $12.00 & 6:15pm M13 Sealed $20     Sat. AUG 18, noon STANDARD CONSTRUCTED $7 (2pks anted/player). Sat. AUG 18, 2PM Commander (EDH) One on One matches legacy format.  $8 (2+ pks anted/player). DCI Promos to all EDH players.   Sat. August 18, NOON – 2pm RETURN OF THE DUELIST. Sneak Peak $20.00.  Playmats given out Randomly (1 playmat for each 8 participants)  Pre-Register for event and packs & promos will be held for you even if something comes up and you can’t attend event.   Sat. Aug. 18, 1pm World OF Warcraft Brewfest!  Sealed deck $28.00 special themed mat awarded to event winner and one randomly.  Special promo cards given to all.   FNM Aug 24, 4pm STANDARD $5.00 & 6:15 pm M13 Sealed $20  PTQ Magic Pro Tour Gatecrash Qualifier -Sat. August 25, 2012 6pm M2013 Sealed Deck    Entry Fee: $35*       Pre-Registration is recommended.  Players Pre-Registering by Friday 9pm receive FREE $3.00 Booster pack of their choice.    When: Sat, August 25, 2012 Where: Paula’s Sports Cards, Etc. Venue doors open: 5:15 pm Registrations ends: 6 pm Event begins: 6:05 pm     Parking:  In consideration of the other stores and merchants, please try your best to find street parking.       We will have access to use the hallway and lobby of Ernest Chang’s Piano Studio for event.  Once event starts the exterior doors of building will be closed.  Only event players and staff will be allowed in venue before 7:15pm.  If event is too crowded spectators maybe asked to leave.          Details: Tournament Structure: The structure for qualifier tournaments feeding Pro Tour Gatecrash will be modified Swiss-style, with the Top 8 players playing in a single-elimination format for prizes and invitation(s). Tournament Format: M2013 – 6 pack Sealed Deck with top 8 draft, Deck lists are required. Tournament Length: Swiss rounds – 50 minutes per round. Top 8 matches will have no time limit. Number of Swiss rounds based on attendance.   Attendance Number of Swiss rounds 17 – 32 5 33 – 64 6 65 – 128 7 Advancement: All players may participate in all Swiss rounds. The Top 8 players after the final Swiss round will advance to the Top 8 single-elimination finals. Top 8 matches will be best 2 of 3. Where necessary, the standings after the Swiss rounds will still be used to determine final order in the standings.   Prize(s): 1st place: Travel Reward to Pro-Tour Gatecrash February 15-17, 2013 2ND-8Th receive M2013 or Avacyn Restored Boosters (players choice).  Prizes payout depends on participation.  Three packs anted per participant toward prize pool. Prize payout will extend to 8Th-16Th if more than 64 participants enter event.     Special thanks to Judge Aaron Hamer who will officiate our event.   Notes: Planeswalker Points multiplier 5x, REL: Competitive. The Magic: The Gathering Tournament Rules and Magic: The Gathering Infraction Procedure Guide are in effect for this event. Players must bring pen, paper and appropriate counters. Eligibility: Open to all players except: Players who have won a qualifier for Pro Tour Gatecrash (including Magic On-line Pro Tour Gatecrash qualifiers). Players who finished in the top 4 of an individual-format Grand Prix that offers invitations to Pro Tour Gatecrash. Players who are members of a top 2 finishing team in a team-format Grand Prix that offers invitations to Pro Tour Gatecrash. Players who finished in the top 25 of Pro Tour Return to Ravnica. Players with a 2012-2013 Pro Tour Players Club Platinum level. FNM AUG 31, FNM 3:45pm M13 Booster Draft $12 & 6pm Standard Constructed $5.00  SEPT EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:  SAT SEPT 8TH,  WORLD OF WARCRAFT STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS (more info soon)   RETURN TO RAVNICA PRE-RELEASE WEEKEND EVENT SCHEDULE. WE HAVE 6 EVENTS 3 SAT & 3 SUN. SAT. Sept. 29, 12:01AM $23 (only midnight event is $23 all the rest are $20.00), SAT NOON $20 & SAT 5:30PM $20.  ALL EVENTS ARE SEALED DECK. SUNDAY Sept 30TH 11AM $20,  SUN 2:30PM $20 & SUN 5:30PM $20.  ALL EVENTS ARE SEALED DECK. Sat.  SEPT 29TH, 12:01AM MIDNIGHT RETURN TO RAVNICA Pre-release Sealed Event #1.  Six (6) packs and promo for each entrant.  Two (2) packs ante per event participant entry fee $23.  OK to park in Makiki Shopping Village Parking Lot until 4:30am.  Event capped at 3 rounds.  Can’t stay awake?  You can enter up until 12:30am and drop anytime.  Please let us know if you do not intend to stay or play. SUNDAY Sept 30TH 11AM $20,  2:30PM $20 & 5:30PM $20. We are now allowed to have THREE Pre-Release events per day but no side events.  Pre-register and pre-pay for ANY OR ALL EVENTS to reserve your packs and promo – even if you can’t make it.  Great way to get extra promos and early RETURN TO RAVNICA Boosters Packs.  Because it is a day event Saturday, tournament players must find street parking for the duration of the event.  If you are unsure of where to park, please come early and ask Keith or Paula for assistance.  Please let us know if you do not intend to stay or play. **All FNM events capped at three 40 minute rounds.  4pm FNM event rounds can be shortened to accomodate the 6pm FNM start time.  FNM Start times vary. Please read start times carefully*** Minimum 8 players for MTG events to be DCI sanctioned. 4 players minimum for WOW events and Yugioh events. The dates, times, and events of all tournaments are subject to change.  Cash only for tournaments.  Store does accept debit & credit cards for store purchases. Any questions please call Paula at the store ph. (808) 533-4886. Aloha from The Store,   🙂  Paula   Paula Nakata Paula’s Sports Cards, Etc. ph. (808) 533-4886 www.paulassportscards.com

*Bonus Staff of Nim Release card to every particpant of sealed event if available while supplies last. 

SAT JULY 21, 1PM WORLD OF WARCRAFT TOMB OF THE FORGOTTEN SEALED DECK $25.00.  Winner gets a battleground playmat. Promos and Battleground Tokens given to all participants.