Yu-Gi-Oh Champions: Top Tips for Raleigh Tournament Success
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Enthusiasts of the trading card game Yu-Gi-Oh traveled from across the country to compete in Raleigh for the Yu-Gi-Oh Championship Series Raleigh, considered one of the most prestigious tournaments in North America this year. Players made efforts to support their local game stores in the weeks leading up to the tournament, with some traveling multiple times a week from places as far as Jacksonville and Cary. Matt Roman, owner of The Gilded Dragon, a local game store, highlighted that the increased participation in weekly local games has not only boosted exposure but also increased sales of drinks and snacks, benefiting the business and the local community.
North Carolina Yu-Gi-Oh Players Prepare for Renowned Championships
Yu-Gi-Oh enthusiasts from around the country gathered in Raleigh for the prestigious Yu-Gi-Oh Championship Series Raleigh, rallying their support for local game stores in the process.
Yu-Gi-Oh Community in Wilson
Players from various regions including Jacksonville and Cary travelled to Wilson, North Carolina, multiple times weekly to prepare for the tournament. “Card games are a niche hobby and the connections established within this community feel like family,” says Trevor McInnes, a college student and regular player from Clayton.
McInnes often travels across eastern North Carolina and as far as Las Vegas to compete in tournaments. He praises Wilson for having the best player groups. Matt Roman, owner of The Gilded Dragon, acknowledges the positive exposure these players bring to the local gaming scene.
Benefits for Local Game Stores
Roman says the influx of players has improved participation in their weekly local events and increased sales of drinks and snacks. He hopes this will continue to elevate brand awareness and encourage new faces to return.
According to Malcolm McNeil, one of the area’s most skilled players, supporting local businesses is vital to ensure a safe space for competition. “Local game stores keep our community running. If we don’t support them, the community will be in a strange place,” warns McNeil.
McNeil, a store manager for Spectrum in Wilson, regularly spends around $60 to $70 per week at local card shops and has even traveled as far as Anaheim, California, for tournaments. Despite his travels, he commends the local Wilson community’s competitive spirit and friendliness.
You can learn more about the Yu-Gi-Oh community and events at Greenlight NC.
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