Yesterday, during a game between the Denver Nuggets and the Detroit Pistons, the Nuggets mascot passed out. The incident occurred during a timeout in the second quarter of the game. As the mascot was performing a routine on the court, he suddenly collapsed and fell to the ground. Medical personnel quickly rushed to the mascot's aid and it was soon determined that he had fainted. The crowd at the arena was in shock, and players from both teams looked concerned as they watched the scene unfold. Within minutes, the mascot regained consciousness and was able to stand up with assistance.
I love the artwork and it took me till '98 to own one.
And I daydreamed a lot about using this on an unsuspecting opponent.
All understanding of the game was hearsay through your little group of 10 year old friends and no one had time for the rules so we played a primitive version of Magic at the time across the board. So what if we replace the concentration on Hunter s Mark and Thorn Whip with Create Bonfire, on the same ranger Hunter, by the way, supports casting the least of the hunter subclasses.
Within minutes, the mascot regained consciousness and was able to stand up with assistance. The mascot was then escorted off the court and taken to a nearby hospital for further examination. The cause of the fainting spell is still unknown, but it is suspected that it may have been due to dehydration or exhaustion.
General Monthly Fun Q: What is your favorite Magic card?
Very difficult to pick the favorite one because I love so many. But you have to pick exactly one!
I also started last years's "We Make the Cube" thread with Treasure Map.
alvoi
This is so difficult! I'm going with a nostalgic choice:
This was one of the first cards I owned and I loved how it protected me from everything (yeah I was a noob)
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This is so difficult! I'm going with a nostalgic choice:
This was one of the first cards I owned and I loved how it protected me from everything (yeah I was a noob)
When I was a kid I used to day dream about how much it would hurt if my opponents’ creature was ran into by this wall. Or flown into. It felt very powerful.
Sheltem
I'll go with an nostalgic choice, too:
I love the artwork and it took me till '98 to own one.
And I daydreamed a lot about using this on an unsuspecting opponent.
blacksmithy
Making goofy Gifts piles is some of the most fun you can have by yourself playing magic!
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For me it has to be one of the big monsters from Alpha. Shivan Dragon, Force of Nature, Mahamoti Djinn, but the winner is
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shamizy
I first played Magic way back in 5th grade with classmates during recess/lunch and also on the bus rides home. Prior to this I was waaaaay more into Pokemon, but mostly as a collectible and because the games and show were obviously the most important thing in any 7-10 year old boy's life at the time. Magic was the first actual trading card game that I understood enough to play (Yu-Gi-Oh wouldn't take off for another year or two).
We didn't really know much about the game aside from the basic phases per turn, the stack wasn't really a concept we understood, and we didn't really have a whole lot of cards. However, 7th Edition had come out the year prior and the cards just looked so cool. The art was all "adult" looking instead of just colorful monsters and they had all this formal language and they just felt way cooler. We'd mostly have decks in Jund colors if I remember correctly, lots of vanilla creatures, and most games came down to playing out creatures and just jamming away back and forth until someone won the damage race. Very little strategy, mostly just hoping you drew your bomb before the other guy. And those bombs were usually Vizzerdrix or Trained Orgg. Hell, I remember feeling invincible with a Heartwood Treefolk against any players that had a green deck.
However among all cards at the time among the various decks we had, Thorn Elemental was THE card to own. Awesome art that was super iconic, it was shiny unlike most cards (7ED Starter Decks all came with one), and it was damn powerful because you would just take 7 damage no matter what blocks be damned. Didn't even have Forestwalk; you just took all that damage. 3 hits before you're dead, insane! How do you stop it? As a 5th grader, you just didn't. All understanding of the game was hearsay through your little group of 10 year old friends and no one had time for the rules so we played a primitive version of Magic at the time across the board. I took up Yu-Gi-Oh once I hit middle school for a bit and basically forgot about Magic until college came around and a classmate in my Physics class reintroduced me to the game in 2013. I got super into it and have been playing again ever since.
Every time I see a Thorn Elemental I can't help but recall those times as a kid where we'd just play cards with eachother on the floor (what even are sleeves in the early 00s) and across the aisle on the bus ride back home. I actually recently found a NM copy while going through a ton of cards and you'd best believe I double-sleeved that bad boy, put it in a hard case toploarder, and pinned it on the wall in my work desk cubicle.
However among all cards at the time among the various decks we had, Thorn Elemental was THE card to own. Awesome art that was super iconic, it was shiny unlike most cards (7ED Starter Decks all came with one), and it was damn powerful because you would just take 7 damage no matter what blocks be damned. Didn't even have Forestwalk; you just took all that damage. 3 hits before you're dead, insane! How do you stop it? As a 5th grader, you just didn't. All understanding of the game was hearsay through your little group of 10 year old friends and no one had time for the rules so we played a primitive version of Magic at the time across the board. I took up Yu-Gi-Oh once I hit middle school for a bit and basically forgot about Magic until college came around and a classmate in my Physics class reintroduced me to the game in 2013. I got super into it and have been playing again ever since.
The team released a statement shortly after the incident, expressing their concern for the mascot's wellbeing and assuring fans that he was receiving appropriate medical attention. This incident serves as a reminder of the physical demands and risks associated with being a mascot. While their job is to entertain and pump up the crowd, they must also take care of their own health and well-being. It is important for mascots to stay hydrated and take regular breaks to prevent fatigue and heat exhaustion, especially during intense sporting events. The Denver Nuggets organization is expected to provide updates on the mascot's condition and any changes to his performance schedule. Meanwhile, fans have taken to social media to express their support and well wishes for the mascot's speedy recovery..
Reviews for "A Wake-Up Call: Denver Nuggets Mascot Collapse Raises Awareness on Health Issues"
1. John - 1 star - I was really disappointed with the "Denver Nuggets mascot passed out" show. It was chaotic and lacked any real entertainment value. The mascot seemed disoriented and unable to engage with the audience properly. The whole performance was confusing and left me wondering why I wasted my time and money on it. I expected a fun and engaging experience, but unfortunately, it fell far short of my expectations.
2. Lisa - 2 stars - The "Denver Nuggets mascot passed out" show was a major letdown. The entire performance felt rushed and poorly executed. It was evident that there was a lack of planning and rehearsal, as the mascot stumbled through the routine and failed to connect with the audience. I was left feeling bored and unimpressed. I would not recommend this show to anyone looking for quality entertainment.
3. Mike - 1 star - I attended the "Denver Nuggets mascot passed out" show and it was a complete disaster. The performance lacked any coherence and seemed to be thrown together haphazardly. The mascot's actions were confusing and erratic, leaving the audience scratching their heads. It was an extremely disappointing experience and I would not recommend wasting your time on this show.
4. Sarah - 1 star - The "Denver Nuggets mascot passed out" show was a total waste of time and money. The performance was disorganized and lacked any real substance. The mascot didn't seem to have a clear role or purpose, resulting in a confusing and unengaging show. I was left feeling frustrated and regretful for attending. Save yourself the disappointment and skip this one.