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[Flint]

I'd like to start playing MTG. I was at a recent Friday night Magic at a local comic store and I was excited just watching them play.

My questions is, what should I buy to start out? Does it matter what booster I buy?

I'm planning on making a deck of each color that way I know counters for certain situations.

[Juggalonoke]

I'd recommend the 2013 deck builders toolkit

[Silent1236]

Welcome! .  I started off with a deck builders toolkit because it gives you a decent sized box and a bunch of lands.  I then got one of the pre-constructed decks so I would have an actual deck to work with.  Then came the packs, the singles, the trading, etc etc.  Just what did.  Worked out pretty well for me!  Have fun! 

[DirtyMustachio]

A structure if they have a play style you like, and if you hit boosters, go for the first set in a block because it's going to have the most tools available outside of the core set. I would stay away from scars block because it rotates in october

[Thorn]

Pick 1 deck that you like and make that better. Trying to keep up with 3-4 decks is nearly impossible for me.

[Flint]

Cool. So get the 2013 tool kit before packs?

I'm kinda scared of playing because the card descriptions are kinda difficult for me to understand.

[BlackJester]

Welcome to the fabulous world of MtG!  Deckbuilder's toolkit is great.  Event Decks are also good strong decks right out of the box to start competitive play.  They might have a learning curve to them, but if winning is something you like doing (i'm not terribly fond of the idea myself), then they are a good entry point.

Also, you might want to check out Duels of the Planeswalkers on xBox, PS3, or Steam/iPad.  A great way to learn.

[Gorzo]

I'd recommend the 2013 deck builders toolkit

This. Toolkits are super helpful for someone just starting. You should also consider a "fat pack" of a set that appeals to you.

The toolkit contains a large pack of land (essential) and a large amount of commons and uncommons to get you started. There are also a few rares, and 4 unopened booster packs inside. It will cost about $20 USD.

A fat pack contains 9 booster packs of the chosen set, a life counter (20-sided die with the set symbol as the 20), 2 little deck boxed (will fit an unsleeved 60 card deck, but are too small to fit decks with protective sleeves on them), a big pack of essential land, and a sizable box great for storing cards and decks. Current fat packs will run about $35-40.

[Thorn]

The toolkit also comes with a "how to start" guide that is helpful for new players. I would reccomend that.

[Flint]

Ok, but where I go they have a lot of Avaceyn Restored? Should I buy that intro deck then event deck ?

[Gorzo]

Ok, but where I go they have a lot of Avaceyn Restored? Should I buy that intro deck then event deck ?

Intro decks are a good way to start too. You get a full 60 card deck and a booster pack (2 booster packs if you buy the core m13 intro packs)

I love Avacyn Restored, personally, but wasn't too impressed with the intro decks of that set. I might recommend M13 core intro packs instead. The black and white ones are quite good, and all 5 have good cards in them, a great foil, and 2 boosters instead of 1.

[cltrn81]

Deck Builders toolkit for sure.  You figure 1 booster pack costs $4 by itself.  The toolkit comes with 4 booster packs, enough basic lands to build a bunch of decks, a lot of good common/uncommon as a bonus, and a nice box to store your starter collection.  So $16 worth of boosters and the other $4 is for all the extras ... well worth it IMO.

[BlackJester]

Stick with cards from "Core Sets", like M13.  They are more geared for new players.  The cards are simpler (not nec. weaker, mind you) and are easier to work with.  "Expert Sets" (everything else) are more complex in their interactions.

Intro packs are interesting, they give you a taste of a particular theme in a set, but they aren't very powerful.  They are a good example of how cards can work together.

And pleasepleasepleaseplease do yourself a favor and read the Basic Rule Book.  It's easy to read, not that long, and will answer SO many questions in advance.  Plus it has pictures!  ;)

[Flint]

Thanks for the advice guys. I think I'll enjoy being part of the Magic Community.

[smokin terry]

And the community on here is awesome. We will help where we can.