Less than 24 hours before the World Magic Cup Qualifier, Justin Richardson was not even qualified for the event. However, he managed to win a Trial on Friday and with the help of a first round bye, he defeated every single opponent that was put in front of him to earn the final spot on Team Canada for the World Magic Cup.
Long considered one of the strongest Constructed players in Montreal, Justin Richardson was not a surprising winner of the tournament. To win the slot, he tweaked Paul Rietzl’s list, refusing to play less than 4 [card]Den Protector[/card]s.
Abzan Aggro – Justin Richardson (1st)
[deck]
[Lands]
2 Caves of Koilos
2 Forest
4 Llanowar Wastes
2 Plains
4 Sandsteppe Citadel
4 Temple of Malady
3 Temple of Silence
1 Urborg
4 Windswept Heath
[/Lands]
[Spells]
4 Abzan Charm
3 Dromoka’s Command
2 Hero’s Downfall
1 Sorin, Solemn Visitor
2 Ultimate Price
[/Spells]
[Creatures]
4 Anafenza, the Foremost
4 Den Protector
4 Fleecemane Lion
4 Hangarback Walker
4 Siege Rhino
2 Wingmate Roc
[/Creatures]
[Sideboard]
4 Thoughtseize
2 Elspeth, Sun’s Champion
2 Self-Inflicted Wound
3 Tragic Arrogance
1 Ultimate Price
1 Glare of Heresy
2 Herald of Torment
[/Sideboard]
[/deck]
Justin now joins Shaun McLaren, Alexander Hayne, and Hunter Platt to form one of the strongest Canadian teams in World Magic Cup history. Will they take home the ultimate prize? We certainly think they can.
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