Frequently Asked Questions

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Registration
Q: How do I sign up for an event?
Q: Can I preregister for the tournament?
Q: Is there an age limit to enter?
Q: Why is deck registration required?
Q: Can I just come and watch the tournament? Is there a cost to do this?
Q: Is there enough space for everyone who wants to play in an event?

Tounament Structure and Prizes
Q: What is a Swiss-style tournament?
Q: How do I know who to play?
Q: What happens if I am late to my match?
Q: Am I eliminated from a tournament if I lose?
Q: How can I tell how much time there is until the next round?
Q: Do I have to give my cards to my opponent if I lose?
Q: How long will the tournament last?
Q: How do the judges know who wins each match?
Q: Will there be side events?
Q: What are the prizes for the tournament? How many players get prizes?

Food
Q: Will there be a lunch break?
Q: Will there be a place to get food at the event?
Q: Can I eat or drink while playing in a match?

Trading
Q: Can I trade my cards with other players?
Q: Can I buy or sell cards at the event?
Q: I traded for some cards after the tournament has begun. Can I add them to my deck?
Q: I would like to set up as a dealer at an event? How do I do this?

Miscellaneous
Q: What do I do if I've lost or found something?
Q: Can I use any electronic devices during my match?
Q: What kind of sleeves can I use?
Q: How should I keep track of my life total?
Q: What behavior is expected from players at a tournament?
Q: What do I do if I have a question during a match?
Q: Can I offer my opponent something to concede to me?
Q: My opponent misplayed a card or played a card that is not legal. What do I do?
Q: I have a very expensive card that I don't want to get damaged. Can I use a proxy instead?
Q: How do I become a judge?

Q: I have a question that isn’t on this list? What do I do?

Magic Specific Event Questions
Q: What is the DCI ?
Q: How do I get a DCI number?
Q: I've lost my DCI card, how do I get another?
Q: I've forgotten my DCI number, can you look it up for me?
Q: How do you know which players make the top 8? Sometimes people with the same amount of match points make top 8 while others do not.
Q: How do I know if the results from my match were entered correctly?
Q: Can I use foreign cards?
Q: Can I use artistically modified cards in the tournament?