279: Don't Let the Fear of Losing Hold You Back with Aaron Barich
MTG Pro Tutor - Insights, Tips & Advice from Magic: The Gathering Pros
English - April 06, 2018 08:00 - 49 minutes - 26.4 MB - ★★★★★ - 162 ratingsGames Leisure Hobbies bant boros ccg cards dimir esper gathering grixis gruul mtg Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Aaron Barich has been playing Magic since he was 5 and is now a regular of competitive Magic. With some aggressive brewing, he has made a name for himself on the SCG Circuit. His Pro Tour grind began at Battle for Zendikar with a highlight of a Top 8 in Grand Prix Memphis 2018. Aaron lives in Gulfport, MS.
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First SetMirrodin
Favorite SetInnistrad
Favorite CardGhor-Clan Rampager
Boon Satyr
Card availability was really tough for Aaron. He took what he had and made it work. Aaron made friends and borrowed cards.
Worst Magic MomentAaron was disqualified for seeking during a draft at his first SCG event. He didn't know how to communicate his thoughts to the judge and feels that would have made a difference. Judges are there to help, they are not your enemy.
Proudest Magic MomentSCG open in Dallas-Aaron put together a deck of his own design and won the event.
What Have You Learned From MagicHow to operate confidently under stress. Aaron also learned social skills and how to interact with people.
SportsmanshipEach of your opponents and yourself should enjoy each game.
Biggest Mistake Players MakeThe fear of losing holds back so many players. Many times players let the fear of losing dictate how they play and it makes things worse.
Parting GuidanceHave fun! Enjoy the game and the process.
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Connect With Aaron BarichTwitter:@Runeclaw_Barich
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