synergy in magic
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SynergyAn application of
Graph Theory
Jacob Chodoriwsky
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Synergy
is not…
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Synergy
Positive
◦ (whole) > (sum of parts)
Negative:
◦ (whole) < (sum of parts)
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Today, focus on the positive!
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Example:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-
edinburgh-east-fife-10998281
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Graph Theory
Vertices (dots) = things
Edges (lines) = synergy
Clique = all possible edges
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Magic : The Gathering
life points: 20 → 0
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Fields of Play
Battlefield Library Graveyard
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Turn Structure (UDDER)
Untap
◦ upkeep
Draw
Do things
End turn
Remain calm
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Do things
Land
Creatures, Spells, Artifacts
Attack!
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Tap lands → spells
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Tap creatures : attack!•Not during first turn on battlefield
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Block with untapped creatures
Power ≥ toughness ?
DEAD.
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Cast Instants : any time!
• Save a creature
• Prevent attack
• Many other options!
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Play: 1 deck / pair
2 vs. 2
Improvise!
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Analyze Synergy
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Improve Synergy
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Large clique: Aeo Paquette, 2004
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Special Thanks to:
André ◦ Wizard’s Tower, Barrhaven
Britta◦ Youth University 2010, uOttawa
Dr. Fabrice Colin ◦ Laurentian University
Kyle◦ uOttawa Gaming Club
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