Players of Magic: The Gathering enjoy a game full of laughter and competitiveness Monday at Doug and Dan’s Gaming and Hobbies in Auburn during the Competitive Elder Dragon Highlander showdown. Players, who did not give their last names, are from left, Chris, Sam, Murphy and Steven. Emma Meserve photo

Mike Sirois, left, and Noah, who did not share his last name, share a moment of laughter during a Magic: The Gathering game at Doug and Dan’s Gaming and Hobbies in Auburn. Players were competing in the Competitive Elder Dragon Highlander showdown. Emma Meserve photo

Magic: The Gathering players circle the tables Monday at Doug and Dan’s Gaming and Hobbies in Auburn during the Competitive Elder Dragon Highlander showdown. Emma Meserve photo

Bobby, who did not provide his last name, leans on the table in concentration Monday at Doug and Dan’s Gaming and Hobbies in Auburn during a game of Magic: The Gathering. Players were competing in the Competitive Elder Dragon Highlander showdown. Emma Meserve photo

Devin Smith puts down his Magic: The Gathering cards Monday at Doug and Dan’s Gaming and Hobbies in Auburn during the Competitive Elder Dragon Highlander showdown. Smith is a regular at the weekly event where he meets with others and plays games. Emma Meserve photo