QQ stands for Quick Questions! The stakes are high and the competition is fierce! I surveyed the Duelists in attendance this weekend to see how they prepared to compete in one of the biggest tournaments of the year. Check out their responses!

“I purchased cards that would go in many Decks, like Solemn Strike and Dimensional Barrier.” -Eduardo Alejandro Galeazzi Sol

“I watched the results of previous tournaments on the internet.” -Carlos Alberto Martinez Perez

“I played at locals for the last five months.” -Fernando Barraza de la Pena

“By playing at my local game store.” -Cristian Rivera

“I practiced at local tournaments.” -Julio Cesar Tlacomolco Perez

“I played in different tournaments to test my Deck.” -Omar Rodriguez

“I played in locals.” -Francisco Ortiz

“By testing Decks.” -Juan Luis Vazquez

“I practiced with friends.” -Jose Lasunes

“Regionals and other tournaments.” -Guillermo Briseno

“Testing with my country’s National Champion.” -Rodrigo Betrano

“Playing every day.” -Paulo Quintanu

Although Duelists’ preparation methods vary slightly, it looks like there’s a common consensus that practice makes perfect. Players seem to have all practiced Dueling at local tournaments and/or against friends to prepare for this weekend’s event. If you’re competing in the South American WCQ or North American WCQ in the upcoming weeks, be sure to prepare in order to maximize your odds of success in the tournament!