February, twas a good month

The Olympics were in full swing in Canada but here in central Florida we had some colors being represented in intense competition. February 18th saw a top 4 of Esper, Naya, mono green, and America control. America jammed the mill in a close match and mono green elves took revenge on the Naya machine for St. Valentine's Day. When the dust settled America Control piloted by Clint exterminated the elven population. So congrats to Clint for winning another tourney.

Sunday the 21st was a small gathering. Eight gladiators entered the tournament arena. Fierce competition left two men standing in the battle for eternal glory. Aaron faced his nemesis Gary for top honors but the goblin horde marched to victory. Enjoy the spoils of war one more time Gary.

Thursday the 25th brought several new tournament players into the player slayer fold. The Duke made his first appearance as did Bowman and Canada, although prior engagements kept the last two from finishing. The Top 4 saw the Duke facing Clint in a match that only one would walk away from...we will miss you John Wayne. Kyle and Kiel had the other top 4 matchup. Jund v Naya in the most classic matchup of PTQ's. Fortunately for Naya, Knight of the Reliquary is amazing and helped Kyle make his third top 2 appearance in three weeks. He and Clint shook hands and split the top honors in an act of charity by the champ.

The last day of the month saw a ten man tournament with a strong field of competitors. Steve "Chops" dominated the scene with his rererererererererevised Jund deck. His top 4 matchup against Nate sent the vampires running back to the cover of darkness and he awaited the victor of Gary and Steele. Mr. Poo couldn't quite reach his customary top two position as the grixis control of Steele put the goblins down. Jund v Grixis who would win. Could the ultimate agro mechanic match the unprecedented removal and control of Grixis? This question will have to remain unanswered since they drew out the match...fortunately for the readers I must know the answer. So stay tuned for next week's update where I let you know how Grixis fared at gameday on March 6th or come see for yourself.

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