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10 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Playing Magic: The Gathering

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10 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Playing Magic: The Gathering Understanding Commander power levels is crucial for balanced Magic: The Gathering games Article Summary: Discover essential Magic: The Gathering beginner tips that will accelerate your learning curve. This comprehensive guide covers mana curves, threat assessment, Commander strategies, and financial wisdom to help you avoid common MTG mistakes and improve your gameplay faster. Learning Magic: The Gathering can feel overwhelming for newcomers. As an experienced player, I've compiled the most crucial MTG tips I wish I knew when starting that would have saved me time, money, and frustration. These Magic: The Gathering beginner strategies will dramatically accelerate your learning curve. In This Magic: The Gathering Guide: Life Total as a Resource Mana Curve...

How to Build Your First MTG Commander Deck: A Complete Beginner's Guide

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How to Build Your First MTG Commander Deck: A Complete Beginner's Guide So, you want to build your first Magic: The Gathering Commander deck? Welcome to the most popular and social way to play Magic! The Commander format is a thrilling experience, but staring down a collection of over 25,000 cards can make building that first 100-card deck feel overwhelming. Don't worry. While experienced players have countless advanced strategies, every great Commander deck starts with a solid foundation. This step-by-step guide will walk you through the process of building a fun, functional, and personal Commander deck from scratch. Before You Build: The Preconstructed Option Before we dive into building, it's important to know that a fantastic alternative exists: Commander preconstructed decks . Wizards of the Coast releases ready-to-play decks that are balanced, thematic, and a perfect entry point. If the building process ...