Wizards seems to have a core group that does they tourneys usually 1 - 2 new people show up and are almost never seen again. Both the guys who run the shop are great people who actually play the game so that helps. They have a great set up and I fully recommend it for serious, meh, and new players.
Please don't Lurk or troll there. Just go up to the guys at the counter say I want to play and they will tell you how to register ( some forms must be filled out for they do some Fully sanctioned tourneys).
Also of note - Wizards Saturday D&D / free Gameing day.
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Reporter in the field - "OH MOMA HE BROUGHT OUT a 4th Black Lotus !!!
THOMAS!