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Two weekends ago, the walls of Calgary’s Big Four Roadhouse echoed with the shuffling of cards as players gathered for one of the biggest F2F Tour events of the season. Over two days of intense competition, Randall Litman emerged victorious, guiding his Rakdos Demons deck through Pioneer’s toughest challenges to claim the Regional Championship title.
Event Highlights
The Regional Championship was the centerpiece of the weekend, with competitors vying for glory in the Pioneer format. Litman rose to the top, showcasing the strength of Rakdos Demons in a fiercely contested Top 8.
Rakdos Demons – Randall Litman (1st)
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The finals featured a showdown between Litman’s Rakdos Demons and Julian David’s finely-tuned Izzet Phoenix deck. Both finalists displayed exceptional skill and resilience over the two-day gauntlet, but Litman’s aggressive and efficient strategy ultimately proved unstoppable.
Izzet Phoenix – Julian David (2nd)
The Top 8 highlighted the diversity of the Pioneer format, with players piloting a variety of innovative and powerful decks that captivated spectators.
Recognizing Top Performances
Beyond the Regional Championship, the F2F Tour Calgary Weekend celebrated competitive excellence across multiple tournaments, including the CEDH 5K, Star Wars: Unlimited 1K, Lorcana 1K, Pioneer LCQ, Pioneer Open, and Modern Super Qualifier. These events brought thrilling matches and unforgettable plays that showcased the depth of talent in the community.
Expanding the Game Room
While Magic took center stage, the Big Four Roadhouse buzzed with activity across multiple card game communities. The addition of Star Wars: Unlimited, One Piece, and Lorcana tournaments brought fresh energy and new faces to the F2F Tour weekend. Packed tables and animated matches demonstrated the growing diversity and enthusiasm of Calgary’s trading card scene.
Special Guests Add to the Experience
Beyond the tournament tables, the venue came alive with special guests who made the weekend unforgettable. Artist Jeff Miracola captivated fans with his stunning artwork, while popular content creators like Commander Cookout and Into the 99 connected with their communities face-to-face. creativekittystudios added a colorful layer to the event with their cosplay presence, and guests like Jess from Lorcana Khan and The Rogue’s Passage contributed to the vibrant energy of the weekend.
Looking Ahead
The F2F Tour continues with its next stop in Montreal on December 7–8, featuring a two-day event headlined by the Team Trios format (Modern/Pioneer/Standard). Don’t miss another unforgettable weekend of competition and community!
Kar Yung Tom (KYT) is the Digital Content Manager for Face to Face Games. He oversees the F2FTour.com and Magic F2F websites. He is also the lead host of the First Strike podcast.
