Ben Coursey is a Level 2 Judge who has 1 Grand Prix Top 8 and 3 Pro Tour Qualifier Top 8's. Ben lives in New Hampshire.
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Lorwyn
Thoughtseize
When Ben first discovered PTQs it was quite a jump from a casual player that he was a little put-off. Competitive Magic was really rough. Ben learned how to navigate it.
States 2007, Ben tested and came up with winning decks that got him to the top.
Top 8 at Grand Prix Las Vegas 2017 (Modern).
The ability to plan ahead.
Modern
Learn the archetypes.
Rules knowledge.
Players don't pay attention. Call a judge and ask for the Oracle text on foreign cards.
Play as much as you can.
Twitter:@Ben_Cenobi
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