Welcome to the Block Constructed section of the MTG Salvation Forums.
This forum is one of the more active resources on the net for the Block Constructed format, so we have a few rules to keep things in order.
Where to Post:
There are four sections to block constructed.
1. The main block constructed section is for threads about overarching questions, concerns and comments regarding past or current block formats. It is the place for discussions about specific cards or the metagame.
2. The Competitive section is for proven decks only. You should only post decks in the competitive section that have three or more tournament wins in Competitive REL or higher tournaments or Daily/Premier MTGO events. Each thread should start with the correct thread tag.
3. The Decks for Critique forum is open to block constructed decklists you've created or found on the internet. Please try to provide us more information than just your decklist.
Why did you choose the cards? How do they work together? Each thread should start with the correct thread tag.
4. The Previous Block Format Discussion section is for Block Constructed decks that are not in the current season. The current season lasts from the time the Fall Large Set is printed in paper until the time a new Fall Large Set is released on MTGO.
Thread Tags:
You may see the following thread tags in the Block Constructed Section. Please note that these replace previous thread tags which are not relevant due to the new structure.
[Official] - Reserved for Moderator Use to highlight specific threads or trends.
[Primer] - Not normally used for Block Constructed, people who have extensive experience playing a deck, may choose to write a primer to instruct newer players how to play that deck. These are common in eternal formats due to the extensive card pools and somewhat obscure deck interactions. Before labeling your thread a primer, please make sure it contains ALL of the following elements:
1) A quick summary of what the deck does or how it works.
2) Card Choices and Options.
3) Sample Decklists
4) How do I play this deck? What does a good opening hand look like? What strategies should I employ.
4) Matchup Discussions and Sideboard Options that show an understanding of the current metagame.
5) Tournament Results if any.
6) Links to previous discussions on this deck if any.
[deck] - A thread about a specific deck or deck archetype. This should be one of the more common types of threads in Competitive and Decks for Critique.
[Budget] - Usually combined with other thread tags to indicate a discussion that is price sensitive. Please explain in the opening post what your budget restrictions are. ("I can't afford Liliana's" is a lot different than "I need this to be $10 or less").
[SCD] - Single Card Discussion, normally in the Block General Section this is a discussion of how a single card is affecting the meta, or how it might be used in a deck.
[M12] - Indicates your deck contains Core Set (M12) cards and is for a format where those cards are legal. Please do NOT suggest Core Set cards in Competitive or in someone else's thread unless it has the M12 tag.
It goes without saying that as in every area of the site, the full Forum Rules of MTGS are in effect and breaking them will result in the appropriate penalty. Block Constructed is a tight knit and helpful community and the purpose of these guidelines is to ensure it remains one of the best resources on the web for this entertaining format.
If you have any confusion about the rules, please send one of the block moderators a PM and we'll help you out.
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This forum is one of the more active resources on the net for the Block Constructed format, so we have a few rules to keep things in order.
Where to Post:
There are four sections to block constructed.
1. The main block constructed section is for threads about overarching questions, concerns and comments regarding past or current block formats. It is the place for discussions about specific cards or the metagame.
2. The Competitive section is for proven decks only. You should only post decks in the competitive section that have three or more tournament wins in Competitive REL or higher tournaments or Daily/Premier MTGO events. Each thread should start with the correct thread tag.
3. The Decks for Critique forum is open to block constructed decklists you've created or found on the internet. Please try to provide us more information than just your decklist.
Why did you choose the cards? How do they work together? Each thread should start with the correct thread tag.
4. The Previous Block Format Discussion section is for Block Constructed decks that are not in the current season. The current season lasts from the time the Fall Large Set is printed in paper until the time a new Fall Large Set is released on MTGO.
Thread Tags:
You may see the following thread tags in the Block Constructed Section. Please note that these replace previous thread tags which are not relevant due to the new structure.
[Official] - Reserved for Moderator Use to highlight specific threads or trends.
[Primer] - Not normally used for Block Constructed, people who have extensive experience playing a deck, may choose to write a primer to instruct newer players how to play that deck. These are common in eternal formats due to the extensive card pools and somewhat obscure deck interactions. Before labeling your thread a primer, please make sure it contains ALL of the following elements:
1) A quick summary of what the deck does or how it works.
2) Card Choices and Options.
3) Sample Decklists
4) How do I play this deck? What does a good opening hand look like? What strategies should I employ.
4) Matchup Discussions and Sideboard Options that show an understanding of the current metagame.
5) Tournament Results if any.
6) Links to previous discussions on this deck if any.
[deck] - A thread about a specific deck or deck archetype. This should be one of the more common types of threads in Competitive and Decks for Critique.
[Budget] - Usually combined with other thread tags to indicate a discussion that is price sensitive. Please explain in the opening post what your budget restrictions are. ("I can't afford Liliana's" is a lot different than "I need this to be $10 or less").
[SCD] - Single Card Discussion, normally in the Block General Section this is a discussion of how a single card is affecting the meta, or how it might be used in a deck.
[M12] - Indicates your deck contains Core Set (M12) cards and is for a format where those cards are legal. Please do NOT suggest Core Set cards in Competitive or in someone else's thread unless it has the M12 tag.
It goes without saying that as in every area of the site, the full Forum Rules of MTGS are in effect and breaking them will result in the appropriate penalty. Block Constructed is a tight knit and helpful community and the purpose of these guidelines is to ensure it remains one of the best resources on the web for this entertaining format.
If you have any confusion about the rules, please send one of the block moderators a PM and we'll help you out.