Discover this podcast and so much more

Podcasts are free to enjoy without a subscription. We also offer ebooks, audiobooks, and so much more for just $11.99/month.

195: Don't Stop and Don't Quit with Jorge Mantilla

195: Don't Stop and Don't Quit with Jorge Mantilla

FromMTG Pro Tutor - Insights, Tips & Advice from Magic: The Gathering Pros


195: Don't Stop and Don't Quit with Jorge Mantilla

FromMTG Pro Tutor - Insights, Tips & Advice from Magic: The Gathering Pros

ratings:
Length:
39 minutes
Released:
Apr 28, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Jorge Mantilla is 28 years old and was born in Miami, Florida. He started out by playing Poker and sneaking into casino's throughout high school to make extra money. He’s a well known Spearfisherman through his videos on youtube/Instagram. He started playing Magic after Dragons of Tarkir and fell in love with Limited. He’s been to 2 Grand Prix's - Atlanta, where he won the last 4 rounds in a row to make day 2 and Orlando where he made Top 8. Jorge lives in Miami, Florida. Click to Tweet: I got a ton of value from Jorge Mantilla when he shared his story on #MTGProTutor! Listen here: http://bit.ly/mtgprotutor-ep195 First Set Dragon of Tarkir Favorite Set Kaladesh Favorite Card Walking ballista Early Challenge Side boarding and deck building. Every time Jorge lost in Limited, he would look at his opponent's deck at ask why was each card in that deck. Worst Magic Moment Losing his first PPTQ win-and-in. Jorge learned the importance of early pressure and keeping good hands. Proudest Magic Moment Top 8 at GP Orlando. What Have You Learned From Magic Confidence and being nice to people. Advice to New Limited Players Watch a good drafter and learn why they chose what they did. Deepest Thing You've Learned About Yourself "I have the confidence to achieve my goals." Biggest Mistake Players Make Not keeping track of the board state. How to Effectively Prepare for a Big Event Jorge did a Limited event online every day for about 8 months. What's in Your Tournament Bag Draft box: Lands, tokens, sleeves, paper, dice Parting Guidance Play frequently. Don't stop. Don't quit. Magic Resource Twitch.TV, CFB Connect With Jorge Mantilla Jorge can be found in the MTG Pro Tutor Facebook group. Check Out Magic Story Magic Story brings the lore of the Multiverse to life in an audio presentation never before heard in the Magic community. Listen to Episode 1 here or on www.magicthestory.com   Sponsors
Released:
Apr 28, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

MTG Pro Tutor is a top rated Magic: The Gathering podcast and here's why: professional Magic players and community notables share their origin stories twice a week (Tue & Fri) and impart actionable tips you can use the next time you sit down to play. Learn from the wealth of experience they've built through hours of practice and playing against hundreds of opponents and start seeing improvements in your own skill right away. Don't you hate feeling like you play and play and don’t improve? Surrounding yourself with better players is the best way to level up and the MTG Pro Tutor podcast is your way of doing that. Subscribe if you want to take your Magic: The Gathering skills to the next level while hearing cool stories and getting actionable advice from the biggest names in the Multiverse.