Ben Ragan began playing Magic with Magic 2010 after quitting competitive chess in middle school. He top 8ed GP Toronto and has multiple SCG Tour Open Top 8s, as well as a heartbreaking ninth-place finish at an SCG Invitational.He has a minor addiction to casting Collected Company in Modern and firmly believes that Magic is about maximizing your options. When he isn't competing, you can find him re-watching Game of Thrones or cook Italian food. Ben lives in Greenville.
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First Set
Zendikar
Favorite Set
Zendikar
Favorite Card
Collected Company
Early Challenge
Ben struggled with not playing fast enough and having no idea what his opponents were doing.
Worst Magic Moment
When Ben was 13, he won a match at an event and his opponent was rude to him. Ben lost his cool and got angry too. He has since learned to not let others opinion bother him.
Proudest Magic Moment
Top 8 at GP Toronto and getting respect from his friends.
What Have You Learned From Magic
Even when you're unhappy with some part of life, you can find happiness.
Advice To New Players
Read everything you can about Magic.
Biggest Mistake Players Make
Not playing sideboard games. Players don't practice with their sideboard.
Tournament Preparation
Ben studies the meta and reads articles on the decks he wants to play. Then, he practices a ton. Ben did 20 Leagues leading up to the Grand Prix.
Parting Guidance
Find a group of people you can go to events with people who can grow with you.
Magic Resource
SCG, CFB, Ari Lax articles, Jim Davis stream, TCG Player
Connect With Ben Ragan
Twitter:@castingcoco
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