230: Face to Face with Robert Anderson – Don’t Get Discouraged

Robert Anderson has played on several Pro Tours and is the Champion of Grand Prix Toronto 2017. Robert works at Face to Face Games and lives in Canada.

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First Set

Revised

Favorite Set

Innistrad

Favorite Card

[draft]Calcite Snapper[/draft]

Early Challenge

The mental game. It’s easy to be negative so Robert has focused a lot on keeping a positive attitude.

Magic Milestones

His first PTQ win.

Level Up Moment

Making day 2 of a Grand Prix.

Magic Mentors

Alexander Hayne, Doug Potter

Worst Magic Moment

Pro Tour Amsterdam wasn’t that great. Robert lost to decks that he had beat in play test. He also 0-3 a draft that he felt good about.

Proudest Magic Moment

Winning Grand Prix Toronto.

What Have You Learned From Magic

Calculating odds.

Biggest Mistake Players Make

Lack of format knowledge in Limited. Not read give opponent right.

How to Effectively Prepare for a Big Event

For Limited, Robert recommends focusing on the draft and talking with others.

Limited Advice for Newbies

Watch videos and go to FNM.

Parting Guidance

Don’t get discouraged and play Magic Online.

Magic Resource

Mana Deprived, First Strike Podcast, Reddit, MTG Top 8

Connect With Robert Anderson

Robert can be found in the MTG Pro Tutor Facebook group.

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