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About These Events
Game: Magic: The Gathering
Format: Standard
Description: The structure for Pro Tour Qualifier tournaments will be modified-Swiss style, with a cut to top players playing in single elimination for prizes based on attendance.
Eligibility: Pro Tour Qualifiers are open to all DCI members in good standing and not currently not holding an invitation to the Pro Tour.
K Value: 32
REL: Competitive
Top 8: The Top 8 will play a single-elimination finals.
Invitations: Invitation(s) to the Pro Tour, some Qualifiers offer travel awards and/or cash prizes. The tournament organizer will make the announcement on site.
Product Prizes: A variety of Magic packs based on attendance.
Trading: Trading is allowed at all Cascade Games events. Buying and selling cards to anyone other than the dealer is not.
Parents & Spectators: Parents and spectators are welcome at all Cascade Games events. We encourage parents and spectators to support their players by promoting good sportsmanship.
Number of Rounds: Based on attendance * See chart below
Tournament Length: Based on attendance * See chart below
- The tournament length is determined by the total number of rounds.
- The number of rounds are determined by the total number of players.
- Rounds are 50 min. The approximate time to pair, play and close a round is under 60 min.
| Total Players | # of Rounds | Time to Finish |
| 17-32 | 5 | 5 hours |
| 33-64 | 6 | 6 hours |
| 65-128 | 7 | 7 hours |
| 129-256 | 8 | 8 hours |
| 257-512 | 9 | 9 hours |
Casual, Competitive, or Professional:
At Pro Tour Qualifiers, the emphasis is on competitive play with a high degree of sportsmanship.
You need to know the rules well, and be polite and respectful to your opponents.
If there is a disagreement, or a question about a ruling, you need to call a judge.
Preparing for the event:
- If you will be using sleeves be sure they are all the same color and size.
- Be careful to never accept, or offer anything in exchange for a concession.
Bribery is something that Wizards of the Coast and Cascade Games takes very seriously. - It could be a long day, we suggest bringing a bottle of water.
Questions: If you have any questions please feel free to contact us - questions@cascadegames.com
