MTG certainly has endured over the years! Back when we had our gallery/shop in town, one of my frequent visitors was an artist whom — it turned out — had created the art of a number of cards.

He was an introvert, as well... and an incredibly talented creative genius.

I used to go to stamp collecting fairs, from time to time... going to a convention/group event is normally way outside my wheelhouse, but I did enjoy being among others with similar interests.