Amsterdam, Netherlands – The anticipation is high as 243 of the world’s top Magic: The Gathering players gear up for the third Pro Tour of 2024, Pro Tour Modern Horizons 3. Set to take place from June 28-30 at MagicCon: Amsterdam, the event promises thrilling competition as players vie for $500,000 in prizes, invitations to the World Championship, and a prestigious trophy. The field is stacked with top players from Regional Championships, online qualifiers, and previous Pro Tours, setting the stage for an action-packed weekend of high-level Magic.
The tournament will feature a variety of formats, including Modern Horizons 3 Booster Draft in the mornings of Friday and Saturday, followed by Modern rounds in the afternoons. On Sunday, the Top 8 will battle it out using the Modern format. Modern is a nonrotating 60-card format that allows cards from expansion sets, core sets, and specific Modern sets released since Eighth Edition, spanning 21 years of history.
Viewers can catch all the action via the live stream on twitch.tv/magic, starting at 11 a.m. Central European Time on Friday and Saturday, and at 10 a.m. Central European Time on Sunday. For more information, viewers can refer to the viewer’s guide available on the event’s website.
As the Modern metagame continues to evolve with each tournament, the introduction of Modern Horizons 3 has brought about significant changes and new strategies. With the emergence of unique archetypes and shifts in the metagame, players are ready to showcase their skills and adapt to the new environment on the Pro Tour stage.
One of the highly anticipated aspects of the event is the breakdown of deck archetypes and player representation. From Bant Nadu and Ruby Storm to Jeskai Control and Mono-Black Necro, players will be showcasing a diverse range of strategies and deck builds. Each archetype brings its own unique gameplay style and challenges for competitors to navigate through.
The Pro Tour Modern Horizons 3 is not only a platform for showcasing top-tier Magic gameplay but also a showcase of the impact of new cards from Modern Horizons 3 on the competitive scene. With a large number of new-to-Modern cards making their way into decklists, players are exploring innovative strategies and adapting to the changing landscape of the Modern format.
Overall, the Pro Tour promises intense battles, strategic gameplay, and the unveiling of new innovations in deck construction and gameplay strategies. As the tournament progresses, it will be interesting to see which decks and players emerge victorious and secure their spot in Magic history.