This page is the home of my L1 preparation materials. Whether you’re a prospective L1, the mentor of one, or just want to learn more about the fundamentals of the game, I hope you’ll find the material I’ve prepared on these topics helpful.
Introductions are in order – Official names for stuff
Just my type – Types, subtypes, and supertypes
I just can’t wait – Timing and priority
State of Emergency – State-based actions
Let me Spell it out for you – How to cast a spell
Learning how to count – Converted mana costs
Triple A – All About Abilities
Swimming in the Mana Pool – Mana abilities
Be an UPRISER – Special actions
I hunger for battle – Combat phase
TOADS – Power- and toughness-changing abilities
Copycat – Copying objects
Two headed giant headache – 2HG trivia
Just Another REL – JAR
What you thought you knew – Tournament trivia
Keywordmail – Keyworded abilities