I usually don't get too excited about Magic: The Gathering deals unless they offer significant discounts or a chance to snag chase cards without selling off my fetch lands. However, the current Best Buy Deal of the Day has caught my attention, and it's not just because I'm a sucker for shiny foils and stitched-edge playmats. As with all Deal of the Day discounts, this offer is only valid for today, so you'll want to grab those discounted boosters while you can. Let's explore what's on offer and what I recommend picking up.
MTG Discounts on Foundations, Aetherdrift, and More
Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Foundations Bundle
1 $49.99 save 15% $42.49 at Best Buy
Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Foundations Jumpstart Booster 2-Pack
0 $10.49 save 29% $7.49 at Best Buy
Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Ravnica Remastered Draft Booster Sleeve
0 $6.99 save 29% $4.99 at Best Buy
Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Bundle
0 $50.99 save 31% $34.99 at Best Buy
Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Collector Booster
0 $26.99 save 33% $17.99 at Best Buy
Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Commander Deck - Living Energy
0 $47.99 save 40% $28.99 at Best Buy
Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Fallout Commander Deck - Science!
1 $59.99 save 43% $33.99 at Best Buy
Ultra PRO - Mana 8 - Stitched Edge Playmat - Plains for Magic: The Gathering
0 $24.99 save 34% $16.49 at Best Buy
Ultra PRO - Mana 8 - Stitched Edge Playmat - Mountain for Magic: The Gathering
0 $24.99 save 34% $16.49 at Best Buy
Ultra PRO - Mana 8 - Stitched Edge Playmat - Forest for Magic: The Gathering
0 $24.99 save 34% $16.49 at Best Buy
Ultra PRO - Mana 8 - Stitched Edge Playmat - Island for Magic: The Gathering
0 $24.99 save 34% $16.49 at Best Buy
Ultra PRO - Mana 8 - Stitched Edge Playmat - Lotus for Magic: The Gathering
0 $24.99 save 34% $16.49 at Best Buy
Let's start with Foundations. This set doesn't aim to impress with intricate lore about haunted mansions or squirrel-led uprisings. Instead, it focuses on being accessible, easy to understand, and surprisingly welcoming. I believe this is crucial, especially with upcoming collaborations like Marvel and Final Fantasy through Universes Beyond. New players will be thrust into the multiverse without context, making a solid entry point like Foundations essential.
Magic: The Gathering Foundations Bundle
Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Foundations Bundle
1 $49.99 save 15% $42.49 at Best Buy
If you're new to Magic, the Foundations Beginner Box is an excellent starting point. It's more effective than many in-person tutorials I've witnessed. With pre-constructed decks, visual aids, and a guided tutorial, it's incredibly user-friendly. The Foundations Bundle, currently priced at $42.49, offers great value. It's below market price and packed with boosters and accessories, ideal for those looking to dive into the game, especially since Foundations will remain in Standard for five years.
Magic: The Gathering Foundations Jumpstart Booster 2-Pack
Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Foundations Jumpstart Booster 2-Pack
0 $10.49 save 29% $7.49 at Best Buy
Moving on to Aetherdrift, this set is for those who think *Blasphemous Act* could be even more explosive. The Aetherdrift Bundle is available for $34.99, a solid $16 off its regular price. It includes some of the wildest red spells and powerful threats recently introduced to Standard, such as Marauding Mako—a landshark with a temper—and Momentum Breaker, a mono-black card that's become a staple in aggressive Pixie decks.
Magic: The Gathering Ravnica Remastered Draft Booster Sleeve
Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Ravnica Remastered Draft Booster Sleeve
0 $6.99 save 29% $4.99 at Best Buy
Foundations also features some highly sought-after chase cards. Keep an eye out for Rise of the Dark Realms with its new Borderless treatment, and Sire of Seven Deaths, an Eldrazi with seven keywords that's bound to cause some rules headaches. Don't overlook Banner of Kinship, which can turn your Goblin deck into a challenging math problem for your opponent.
Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Bundle
Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Bundle
0 $50.99 save 31% $34.99 at Best Buy
Ravnica Remastered is also part of this sale. You can pick up a Ravnica Remastered Draft Booster Sleeve for $4.99 (down from $6.99), one of the most affordable ways to hunt for format staples like Crypt Ghast, Spark Double, and Divine Visitation. It's a fantastic deal for those looking to open a lot of product or enjoy a sealed night with friends.
Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Collector Booster
Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Collector Booster
0 $26.99 save 33% $17.99 at Best Buy
I'm a big fan of Ravnica sets. The guild mechanics have always been a favorite of mine, and Ravnica Remastered is like Wizards taking all the best parts and blending them into a nostalgic mix. You'll find classic Commander hits like **Cyclonic Rift**, unique cards like **Cloudstone Curio**, and alternate art versions that will either thrill you or make you wonder if you're playing Magic or browsing concept art for an anime.
Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Commander Deck - Living Energy
Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Aetherdrift Commander Deck - Living Energy
0 $47.99 save 40% $28.99 at Best Buy
I've picked up a few sleeves myself, partly for a chance at Anime Borderless Bruvac and partly because I can't resist reprint sets. At $5 per pack, you don't need to justify the purchase when they include Shock Lands and cards with infinite combo potential.
Magic: The Gathering Fallout Commander Deck - Science!
Wizards of The Coast - Magic: The Gathering Fallout Commander Deck - Science!
1 $59.99 save 43% $33.99 at Best Buy
If you're into Commander or just pretending your collection isn't entirely impulse-driven, the Fallout Commander Deck – Science! is on sale for $33.99. That's a $26 discount from the retail price and includes one of the best face Commanders from Universes Beyond: Dogmeat, Ever Loyal. This deck floods the board with Junk tokens if you build around equipment and auras. In my opinion, it's an underrated engine, and you get to play cards like Radstorm and Feral Ghoul, which sound like punk album B-sides but are surprisingly effective in-game.
MTG: Ultra Pro Mana 8 Stitched Edge Playmats
Ultra PRO - Mana 8 - Stitched Edge Playmat - Plains for Magic: The Gathering
0 $24.99 save 34% $16.49 at Best Buy
Ultra PRO - Mana 8 - Stitched Edge Playmat - Mountain for Magic: The Gathering
0 $24.99 save 34% $16.49 at Best Buy
Ultra PRO - Mana 8 - Stitched Edge Playmat - Forest for Magic: The Gathering
0 $24.99 save 34% $16.49 at Best Buy
Ultra PRO - Mana 8 - Stitched Edge Playmat - Island for Magic: The Gathering
0 $24.99 save 34% $16.49 at Best Buy
Ultra PRO - Mana 8 - Stitched Edge Playmat - Lotus for Magic: The Gathering
0 $24.99 save 34% $16.49 at Best Buy
I'm usually indifferent about playmats, but these Mana 8 stitched-edge ones are stunning. At $16.49, they're beautifully dramatic without breaking the bank. The Lotus design, in particular, is subtly perfect.
MTG: First Look at Cards From Tarkir: Dragonstorm
While Magic: The Gathering's crossovers with Final Fantasy and Spider-Man are grabbing headlines, the next set, Tarkir: Dragonstorm, is on the horizon. Returning to the plane of Tarkir, we have an exclusive first look at five cards that are likely to be popular at draft tables next month. (The expansion is available for preorder on Amazon).
Magic: The Gathering - 5 New Cards from Tarkir: Dragonstorm
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Flip through the gallery above to see all five cards, and read on for insights from Wizards of the Coast about their design and the set as a whole.
