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2.1. Game Play Error — Missed Trigger 2.4. Game Play Error — Mulligan Procedure Error 2.2. Game Play Error — Looking at Extra Cards 2.5. Game Play Error — Game Rule Violation 2.3. Game Play Error — Hidden Card Error 2.6. Game Play Error — Failure to Maintain Game State Game Play Errors are caused […]
Some infractions in this document permit the judge to consider the possibility of a backup. Due to the amount of information that may become available to players and might affect their play, backups are regarded as a solution of last resort, only applied in situations where leaving the game in the current state is a […]
The remedy for some infractions in this document includes shuffling the randomized portion of the library. This requires first determining whether any portion of the library is non-random, such as cards that have been manipulated on the top or bottom of the library, and separating those. Check with both players to verify this, and check […]
Any penalty of Game Loss or higher should be reported to the Head Judge, and it is recommended that only the Head Judge issue penalties of this nature (with the exception of Tardiness (3.1) and Decklist Problems (3.4) ). Being enrolled in the tournament is not a requirement to receive a penalty. Although these guidelines refer to […]
Warning Warnings are used in situations of incorrect play when a small amount of time is needed to implement the corrective procedure. The purpose of a Warning is to alert judges and players involved that a problem has occurred and to keep a permanent record of the infraction. A time extension should be issued if […]
1.1. Definition of Penalties 1.3. Randomizing a Deck 1.2. Applying Penalties 1.4. Backing Up 1.5 Sets Judges are neutral arbiters and enforcers of policy and rules. A judge shouldn’t intervene in a game unless they believe a rules violation has occurred, a player with a concern or question requests assistance, or the judge wishes to […]
Welcome to the Rules Resources site, home to the Magic: The Gathering™ rules and policy documents on a linkable, searchable, and easy to access platform. Also home to the the Annotated IPG, the Annotated MTR, and the Missed Triggers Guide.
Effective August 5, 2024 Last Updated August 27, 2024 Most Magic™ players play for fun and see a tournament as a social event. Regular Rules Enforcement Level encourages a welcoming atmosphere and friendly competition. Your demeanor should reflect this, whether you are playing, judging or both. Players and judges are encouraged to help one another […]
Effective Nov 10, 2025 Last updated Nov 20, 2025 Introduction The DCI is a worldwide organization dedicated to organized play. It promotes, enforces, and develops rules and policies using the goals and philosophies defined in this document, (the Magic Tournament Rules, or the MTR), the Magic: The Gathering Infraction Procedure Guide, and the Judging at […]
Effective Sep 23, 2024 Last updated Sep 27, 2024 Introduction The Magic™ Infraction Procedure Guide provides judges the appropriate penalties and procedures to handle rules violations that occur during a tournament held at Competitive or Professional Rules Enforcement Level (REL), as well as the underlying philosophy that guides their implementation. It exists to protect players […]