How To Prepare For A Yugioh Tournament

Hi guys HuntikYugiohFan here.

So recently lots of people in Yugitube and the various Yu-Gi-Oh forums have been talking about how to prepare for a tournament. So here is just a few tips and pointers for you when preparing to go to a tournament whether it be a local, regional or national event.

Firstly make sure you have your deck. On the topic of your deck makes sure you have the legal minimum amount required (40 cards). Make sure the sleeves you are using to protect your cards are of decent condition and are not different in anyway. This could be that 1 sleeve has a mark on the back or is a slightly different size or colour. Also make sure you also have your side deck sorted for the tournament. Nothing worse than not being able to side against those pesky match ups.

Obviously when going to a tournament you need a few supplies. This is what I like to take:

1) Deck Box containing deck, tokens, extra deck and side deck as well as extra sleeves just in case any of your main deck ones break or get damaged.

2) Pen and Paper. This may be supplied by your tournament but I take some anyways.

3) Calculator. This can be used to helo you with your calculations

4) A Drink. Tournaments can be quite long and may not supply food or drink so be prepared. Nothing worse than playing with an empty stomach and not being able to concentrate.

5) A Dice and a coin. This is usually good to have to decide who goes first. Not only that but also some cards require these.

6) English copies of foreign cards in your deck especially at locals. A lot of players may not know what cards do and it is your responsobility to be able to provide an english copy for the player to read.

7) Playmat. Playing on tables isn't all that great for your sleeves nor your cards so buy a playmat to keep your cards in tip top shape along with your sleeves.

8) Hand Sanatizer. This is something I think some people dont think about but remember it isn't just you handling your cards. You may wish to use this after you have eaten or offer it to another player. This usually doesn't cost that much and will again protect your sleeves and cards.

9) Trade Binder And Money. Always have spare cash just in case you need something such as sleeves or cards people are selling. It's also good just in case you need anything such as food or travel money.

So this is kind of a basic guide to what I think can help you prepare for a tournament. Another thing i would make sure is you know the rulings and working behind your deck as well as expected decks you are going to play. This not only saves time but also doesn't make you look like an idiot when playing.

So hope this helps people with their preperation for tournaments. Again guys anyone who wants any cards, decks or anything reviewed on myblog then please feel free to contact me.

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HuntikYugiohFan