NeoGoat Tournament Report January 6th, 2026

The January 6th NeoGoat tournament had a slightly different tone from a standard weekly event. Since it coincided with Three Kings Day, the tournament included a small social gathering alongside the competitive play, giving the night a more relaxed and communal feel.

A Brief Note on Three Kings Day in Mexico

In Mexico, Three Kings Day is celebrated on January 6 and commemorates the visit of the Three Wise Men. A central tradition is sharing a ring-shaped sweet bread known as rosca de reyes, which contains one or more small hidden figurines. The person who finds a figurine is traditionally expected to contribute to or host a future gathering. The celebration is informal and social in nature, often accompanied by coffee or hot chocolate, and focuses on sharing time together.

In keeping with this tradition, there was coffee and sweet bread at the venue, and the player who found the hidden figure was awarded free tournament entry for the day, adding a lighthearted moment before the rounds began.

Tournament Overview

• Players: 16

• Format: NeoGoat

• Rounds: 4

• Winner: Warrior Deck

Round Highlights

Round 1
The first round was not recorded. It served as an opening round where players settled into the event.

Round 2 — Warrior 🏆 vs Zombies
In the second round, the Warrior deck faced a Zombie strategy. The matchup highlighted the Warrior deck’s ability to maintain pressure and play efficiently through Zombie recursion and control tools.

Round 3 — Warrior 🏆 vs Red-Eyes (Loaner Deck)
The third round featured the Warrior deck against a Red-Eyes deck, which was a loaner deck and ultimately finished third place overall in the tournament. Despite being a shared deck, it proved competitive and demanded careful resource management from the Warrior player.

Final Round — Warrior 🏆 vs Earth Warrior 
The final match was against an Earth Warrior deck piloted by a veteran player. While the deck itself was not inherently “veteran,” the experience of its pilot showed in the pacing and decision-making throughout the duel. In the end, the Warrior deck adapted better in the late game and secured the final victory.

Closing Thoughts

The January 6 NeoGoat tournament was a solid way to start the year, combining competitive play with a community-focused celebration. The Three Kings Day tradition, the relaxed atmosphere, and the strong showing from both loaner and established decks made this event a clear example of how NeoGoat tournaments balance serious duels with a welcoming local scene.