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On Friday, Sept. 23, Patten Free Library will host a “Conspiracy Draft” for Magic Card enthusiasts in grades seven through 12 from 4-8 p.m. in the library’s second floor community room.

Magic: The Gathering (also known as Magic) is a trading card game with approximately 20 million players worldwide. It can be played by two or more players in various formats, either in person using printed cards or using a deck of virtual cards online. Each game represents a battle between wizards who employ spells, artifacts, and creatures depicted on the cards to defeat their opponents.

“We have a small but dedicated group of regular Magic Cards players here at the Library,” said Outreach and Instruction Librarian Roberta Jordan. “With the help of an adult volunteer who knows the game, the group has slowly progressed from playing casual Friday afternoon games to learning how to build ‘commander decks’ to the idea of hosting this Conspiracy Draft event. We always welcome new players; this should be a fun evening.”

Event participants should purchase a three-pack of Magic Cards from the set called “Conspiracy: Take the Crown.” Game Box and Target in the Topsham Fair Mall both carry these cards. At the event, players follow a process by which everyone picks a single card, then passes their pack, continuing through three packs, until all cards are picked. Immediately following the draft, players build their decks and divide into groups of three to five play a game or games with their new decks.

There will be light refreshments. Interested participants should register by contacting Jordan at 443- 5141, extension 25, or by email at rjordan@patten.lib.me.us.