What's the cost like?

I played long, long ago and I’m toying with the idea of casually coming back. However, I’ve heard that the cost to play has skyrocketed. From what I can see the most basic, standard decks start at around $500, and only go up from there.

I’m not interested in coming back if it means spending several thousand dollars a year.

Say if you were to just buy boxes as the new sets came out, how many boxes would you likely have to buy in a year to be able to build a couple distinct decks?

Is 2v2 money drafting still a thing? When does the next base set start?

Any other commentary or advice is welcome. Let me know if this is buying a boat.

that363,

Can always look into pauper.

MysticKetchup,

Depends a lot on the format. Right now Standard and Modern are very expensive. But if you’re looking for something more casual, I don’t think there’s been a better time to play Commander. Either pick up a precon (which will probably be underpowered but a good starting point to build a deck once you’ve practiced with it) or check out any of the myriad of Commander YouTube videos or articles on sites like EDHREC. Most areas will generally have a pretty sizeable Commander community you can play with

morphballganon,

You can make a cheaper deck if you don’t mind not winning consistently. Throwing together a fast burn deck should be a bit cheaper.

But I love surprising my opponents more than I love winning, so maybe don’t listen to me.

dragontamer, (edited )

Don’t play constructed

For 2vs2, that’s too small for a fun draft IMO. But it’s a fine size for a sealed deck. 4 booster packs per player, have someone with a bunch of lands so any deck can be built and have fun.

Draft needs 5 players minimum to ensure each color has a player. Honestly, 6 is the smallest I ever go. 8 is ideal.

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