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@vmlmtg.bsky.social

A fun, friendly, and competitive tournament organization for people of marginalized genders within the MTG community. http://twitch.tv/vmlmtg info@vmlmtg.com

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VML@vmlmtg.bsky.social · 2y ago

We are sad to announce that we have been told by Wizards that they will no longer support us with either funding or invites to Organized Play events. Without this support - especially the invites - it is impossible for us to continue, and there will be no more VML seasons going forward.

We are sad to announce that we have been told by Wizards that they will no longer support the VML program with either funding or invites to Organized Play events. Without this support - especially the invites - it is impossible for the league to continue, and there will be no more VML seasons going forward. Over the past five years, we’ve radically changed competitive Magic for the better. When we started the program with 26 players back in Season 1, we never thought that we would end up having served hundreds of competitors and with over a thousand people in our community. We have sent cohorts of people to the Set Championships, Regional Championships, and Pro Tour. As a result of our program, representation of people of marginalized genders at the highest levels of play has multiplied from a handful at each event to over twenty who will play at PT Chicago. Several of our team members and players have gone on to be hired to work at Wizards. We are also proud of the change we’ve created in the broader sense. The Magic community is a much more diverse, vibrant, and inclusive place than it was five years ago. The gender balance at in-person events has improved significantly, and the overall image of the game has changed for the better. We don’t claim to have caused all of that, but we are happy knowing our efforts have played a part. We want to thank all the organizations who have worked with us and supported the cause: Good Luck High Five, Lodestone Coffee, NRG, Team Arclight, MTG Melee, BOP!, and the many wonderful creators, personalities, and players who have contributed. To everyone who has been a part of the team here: you have all been brilliant, and without your passion and dedication we would not have made it this far. Every single one of you has gone above and beyond, giving your time and effort generously to the program and you should be extremely proud of yourselves. Finally, to our awesome community: we’re sorry that we couldn’t keep this projec…
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Haiyue 😈🌹@niphette.bsky.social · 2y ago

Wanted to add to this thread so it doesn’t get buried: please don’t blame any humans working at Wizards directly. We have worked with many of them and everyone has been warm and helpful. From the outside, we don’t know what kind of pressure they’re under. 💜

Haiyue 😈🌹@niphette.bsky.social · 2y ago

For what it’s worth, I don’t at all think this decision is on anyone who we have worked with directly at Wizards, who are excellent people who have gone out of their way to help us over the years.

Lady Foxglove (Ivy)@ladyfoxglove.bsky.social · 2y ago

Imagine going to your first con. You’re 19. You’re recently out. You’ve never felt like anywhere is safe for you. And you’re about to attend a convention with 18,000 other people. But you’re excited. You’re so excited. You save up money for a ticket. You pack all night long. You post your TSA woes 🧵

VML@vmlmtg.bsky.social · 2y ago

The Top 6 of VML Champs! These are the competitors who will be playing on Day 2 tomorrow. We'll show every match starting at 9am Pacific!

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VML@vmlmtg.bsky.social · 2y ago

Let's reveal the commentary team who will be bringing you all the action from VML Champs... VML regulars @niphette.bsky.social and @nilejoan.com will be joined by Wizards Play Design team members @carmparens.bsky.social and Arya!! It's going to be an absolute blast 🔥 #sponsored @magic.wizards.com

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VML@vmlmtg.bsky.social · 2y ago

Get ready for the 🏆2024 VML CHAMPIONSHIPS🏆! The Top 8 from Seasons 11-13 will play Draft and Standard for two PRO TOUR invites as well as cash prizes. Broadcast starts Saturday 12/7 at 8:30am. See you there! #Sponsored @magic.wizards.com #mtg

VML@vmlmtg.bsky.social · 3y ago

In case you missed the announcement on last week's broadcast, the VML and Birds of Paradise (BOP!) are teaming up to bring a safe and inclusive play area to #MCChicago Please join us for a fun, event-filled weekend!

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VML@vmlmtg.bsky.social · 3y ago

In case you missed the announcement on last week's broadcast, the VML and Birds of Paradise (BOP!) are teaming up to bring a safe and inclusive play area to #MCChicago Please join us for a fun, event-filled weekend!

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