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cheapest format? (lemmy.world)

submitted 1 year ago by robotsheepboy@lemmy.world to c/magictcg@lemmy.world

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I'm looking to play casually (in person) with some friends and we were wondering what the cheapest format to start buying for would be? And what might be some good pick ups (we have the starter decks but want some more variety) thanks

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[–] Izzent@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago

Second the other comment by @jake_eric@lemmy.world . Commander is a good way to enter the paper format.

However, before jumping in I'd recommend playing through the (totally free) Arena tutorial to understand the base mechanics. And don't hesitate to ask questions or to read all the cards! Commander is an eternal format, so it has a huge history, I don't even trust an old player who claims they know it all.

So there's a lot to learn, definitely start with a precon and learn what works or doesn't work for you.