April 11 marks the grand return to one of Magic: The Gathering’s most iconic planes with the release of Tarkir: Dragonstorm. This latest expansion carries possibly the most metal name we’ve seen since Aether Revolt, and it certainly doesn’t disappoint with its offerings. As you can guess from the title, we’re back in Tarkir, a realm where dragons coexist with five distinct factions, each flaunting their own unique philosophies and dealings with these mighty, sometimes benevolent, creatures.
Fans and newcomers alike will be thrilled to know that the new expansion is already up for pre-order online. Of course, given the anticipated demand, certain items might shift in availability, so it’s wise to act fast.
While Tarkir: Dragonstorm doesn’t kick off with a Starter Kit like some other releases, it does spotlight Commander Decks as an ideal starting point for those just diving into Magic: The Gathering. Each of these ready-to-play decks is packed with 98 non-foil cards, two exclusive traditional foil Commander cards, and a pair of randomly selected cards from Collector Booster Packs. They each focus on different factions or lands within Tarkir, such as the Jeskai or Abzan.
If you’re keen, single Commander Decks are priced at $44.99 on Amazon, while a comprehensive bundle featuring all five decks can be reserved for $224.99.
There’s also the $53.99 Tarkir: Dragonstorm bundle which comes with a goodie bag of nine 14-card Play Booster packs, a foil alternate-art card, 40 Basic Land cards, and a Spindown life-counter die. It’s a fantastic option for those looking to beef up their collection and is conveniently available for pre-order at Amazon.
Among the most popular avenues for assembling your Magic arsenal is through Play Boosters. These are also up for grabs in 30-pack boxes for $164.99 via Amazon. Each pack brims with 14 cards, featuring one rarity slot, three uncommons, seven commons, a Land card, a traditional foil card, and an additional card of varying rarity. Plus, every pack guarantees at least one traditional foil card.
If you’re on the hunt for some spectacular alternate-art cards, then the Collector Booster packs are your ticket. Priced at $299.99 for a box of 12 packs on Amazon, each pack is a treasure trove containing 15 Magic: The Gathering cards, along with a shiny foil double-sided token. You’ll find a blend of two foil and two non-foil rare or Mythic rare cards, eight foil commons or uncommons, and a Tarkir: Dragonstorm Commander card, topped off with a Land card.
Excitement for Tarkir: Dragonstorm is building, and with so many options on the table, there’s never been a better time to dive into the world of Magic: The Gathering.
