I’m usually not one to get overly excited about Magic: The Gathering deals unless they offer significant discounts or a chance to snag chase cards without sacrificing my prized possessions. But Best Buy's Deal of the Day has piqued my interest, and it’s not just because I’m a sucker for shiny foils and stylish playmats. As with all such daily deals, this one is only available today, so if you’re looking to grab some affordable boosters, now's your chance. Let’s dive into what’s on offer and highlight some must-grabs.

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 talk about Foundations. This set isn't about spinning intricate tales of haunted mansions or squirrel uprisings. Instead, it's designed to be straightforward, accessible, and welcoming. This is especially crucial as we approach collaborations with Marvel and Final Fantasy through Universes Beyond. Newcomers will enter the multiverse without prior 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

For those completely new to the game, the Foundations Beginner Box is an excellent starting point, surpassing many human explanations you might encounter over a kitchen table. With pre-constructed decks, visual aids, and a guided tutorial, it's incredibly user-friendly. The Foundations Bundle, priced at $42.49, offers great value, coming in under market price and packed with boosters and accessories. It's an excellent investment, especially since Foundations will remain in Standard for five years, giving you ample time to master the game's intricacies.

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 perfect for those who look at a card like *Blasphemous Act* and think, "What if we went even further?" The Aetherdrift Bundle, now at $34.99, represents a $16 discount from its usual price. It features some of the wildest red spells and dazzling threats to hit Standard recently, including Marauding Mako, which you might consider Magic's version of an irate landshark, and Momentum Breaker, a versatile mono-black card that's found a niche 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 boasts some highly sought-after chase cards. I'm particularly eyeing Rise of the Dark Realms with its new Borderless treatment and Sire of Seven Deaths, an Eldrazi with seven keywords that seems designed to create a rules headache. Don't overlook Banner of Kinship either, which can transform your Goblin deck into an unexpected math challenge 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

Yes, I noticed Ravnica Remastered is part of this sale. You can pick up a Ravnica Remastered Draft Booster Sleeve for $4.99 (down from $6.99), which is one of the most cost-effective ways to chase format staples like Crypt Ghast, Spark Double, and Divine Visitation. It's a fantastic deal, whether you're bulk opening product or planning 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

Personally, I'm a huge fan of Ravnica sets. I've always been drawn to guild mechanics, and Ravnica Remastered feels like Wizards tossing all the best elements into a nostalgic blender. You'll find a mix of classic Commander hits like **Cyclonic Rift**, quirky yet powerful tech like **Cloudstone Curio**, and alternate art versions that will either thrill you or make you wonder if you're playing Magic or flipping through anime concept art.

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, mainly for a chance at Anime Borderless Bruvac, and also because my impulse control around reprint sets is virtually nonexistent. There's no need to justify spending on $5 packs 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 already building for Commander or just pretending your collection isn't driven by impulse buys, the Fallout Commander Deck – Science! is on sale for $33.99. That's a $26 discount off the retail price, and it includes one of the standout face Commanders from Universes Beyond: Dogmeat, Ever Loyal, who can flood the board with Junk tokens if you build around equipment and auras. In my opinion, this deck is an underrated powerhouse, featuring cards like Radstorm and Feral Ghoul, which sound like obscure punk albums 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 typically indifferent to playmats, but these Mana 8 stitched-edge ones are stunning. At $16.49, they offer dramatic flair without the price tag of a new commander deck. The Lotus design, in particular, is subtly perfect.

MTG: First Look at Cards From Tarkir: Dragonstorm

While Magic: The Gathering's high-profile crossovers with the likes of Final Fantasy and Spider-Man are grabbing headlines, the next set in the pipeline, Tarkir: Dragonstorm, is fast approaching. Returning to Magic’s own plane of Tarkir, we've got an exclusive first look at five cards that I predict will be draft table staples next month. The expansion is now 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 on their design and the set as a whole.