116: Long Term Goals Will Get You There with Niels Molle
Niels Molle is the frontrunner to be the Irish National Champion, he has made multiple cash finishes and has 1 Grand Prix Top 8.
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First Set
Portal / Stronghold
Favorite Set
Urza’s Saga
Favorite Card
[draft]Tarmogoyf[/draft]
What makes Magic: The Gathering fun for you?
Fantasy setting, build your own decks.
Competitive outlet.
“How good can I become?” Get to see friends
Play a variety of formats to keep it fun.
Worst Magic Moment
Lost Irish National Champion at last moment. Played a little less Magic.
Played a little less Magic afterwards to cool off.
Proudest Magic Moment
Won first PTQ (Pro Tour RTR)
Biggest Mistake Players Make
In Limited: mistapping mana and not representing combat tricks.
Change One Thing About Magic
Mana issues. Sometimes you get … screwed at a tournament.
Sometimes you get mana screwed at a tournament.
What’s the Difference between Them and Us?
Experience. They play Magic with players on their same level.
Stepping Up
Find the best player at your LGS. Ask to play and get advice.
Play Magic online. Skill level is high and you can play against the best.
Pro Player You Look Up To
Paul Rietzl, PVDDR, Frank Karsten
Effectively Playtesting
Play a lot and focus on the game
Non-Magic Activity
Time management skills really helps Niels.
Self Improvement
Niels is an emotional player, meaning he plays intuitively, he makes plays that feel right. He’s trying to slow down and think.
Magic Resource
Podcasts – Limited Resources
Articles –
CFB (deck breakdowns)
Videos
Guidance
Set a long term goal and make it your focus.
Connect With Niels Molle
Twitter: @nielsmolle
Check Out Magic Story
Magic Story brings the lore of the Multiverse to life in an audio presentation never before heard in the Magic community.
Listen to Episode 1 here or on www.magicthestory.com
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