Good Red Starter Deck?
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Posted on Aug. 18, 2015, 1:48 p.m. by ChirpyBird
So far I have been working with a mainly green deck. Now that I'm learning more about the game, it seems like I'd really like playing a red deck. Is there a good starter/core deck I can buy? I'm just playing with friends, and if I go further, leaning more towards EDH or casual play.
Thanks!
While I can't think of a Goblin-specific pre-constructed deck (besides the one that came in Elves vs. Goblins), I recommend Goblin tribal as an introduction to red. Goblins can be cheap enough that you can pick up a bunch of 'em and slap a deck together, and the more expensive goblins are there if you ever want to get into modern or legacy.
The main reason I suggest them, though, is that if you do turn to edh, there are several Goblin commanders in red/black/green, and you'd already be familiar/own some of the cards. It's how I got into edh, turning my red goblins deck into a black/red Wort, Boggart Auntie deck.
August 18, 2015 2:18 p.m.
For casual play, I've personally had a lot of fun with Duel decks.
When I play at FNM, one of the worst feeling is when you're playing against a deck that's clearly more powerful than yours... usually as a result of your opponent dropping tons more money than you do... or if it's a deck that is just designed to kill your type of deck. Losing is one thing... losing when you know you're getting destroyed tends to be demoralizing as hell.
Duel decks aren't super awesome for constructed play, because they're specifically designed to only fight against its pair deck... so for causual play, they're perfect. Like when I play with my gf, she'll grab one deck, I'll grab the other, and it's nice and easy... no issues with her feeling overwhelmed (she doesn't construct decks)... the decks are balanced... and they're really easy for newer players to play with friends... plus they're a crap ton cheaper than building a real deck.
If you want red... I'd say either Speed vs Cunning ... Venser vs Koth... or Sorin vs Tibalt
August 18, 2015 3:19 p.m. Edited.
Just providing ⚠ The ULTIMATE Modern Goblins Primer ⚠, as it has some budget and entry level suggestions...
August 18, 2015 6:13 p.m.
Rkassen718 says... #6
Khaos2639 is right on point. I play casual format and have owned or do own a couple duel decks. I like magic, but am not willing to spend a bunch of money.100.00 a deck is where I stay. The duel decks are fantastic because they are premade.(No worries about getting them to work.)They're reasonably priced,and pretty fun to play. Wanting to build your own deck? A lot of the cards in duel decks can be added or replaced. Depending on the way you want to build.
August 18, 2015 6:25 p.m.
UpsetYoMama says... #7
You could also consider buying a Clash Pack or an Event Deck. I don't think there are any recent mono-red decks, though.
These are generally a bit more competitive than duel decks.
If you don't care about standard, here is a cool Izzet deck.
Or if you want to eventually build the deck towards something Standard playable, here's the most recent one.
August 18, 2015 7:55 p.m.
ComradeJim270 says... #8
One of the intended purposes of Clash Packs is as a starting point by combining the two decks. They even come with instructions on how you could do this. The most recent one is of excellent quality and might be appealing to you. This is maybe the safest option and even if you don't like the deck, some of the cards are valuable and can be traded for ones you need.
The event deck is also an option. These are meant to be turned into FNM-ready decks. The problem is that some of the cards from the recent one are going to rotate very soon. I also haven't heard as much praise for it either.
The decklist I discussed with you earlier should also be good and may work better than either of those once you understand how it's played. A few of the cards will rotate with Theros, but I don't think finding replacements will be too hard. Red has fast, efficient creatures in every set.
omnipotato says... #2
Unless all your friends are also playing with starter decks and you want to be on the same power level, I wouldn't buy a starter deck. If you want to play EDH the Daretti, Scrap Savant deck is pretty good, but more artifact-oriented.
If you want to look into Modern, a mono-red burn deck wouldn't be super expensive but at some point if you want to be competitive you need to invest in Goblin Guide and fetches.
August 18, 2015 1:57 p.m.