Yawgmoth’s Whimsy #128: A Long Rant
I have judged at Worlds and the Pro Tour; I hope to do so again. But what the heck do I do if Wizards of the Coast puts Mike Long in the Pro Tour Hall of Fame, and not only invites him to the next event, but pays him an appearance fee to ensure he shows up? Do I watch him like a hawk? Do I ignore him, and let him get away with cheating? If I catch him, do I really want to get caught between a jerk like Mike Long and an organization that wants him to keep playing? If Wizards of the Coast pays Mike Long to attend, how can I give anyone else penalties for minor infractions – or even major infractions?