MTG Tarkir: Dragonstorm Unboxing – A Return to the World of Clans and Dragons

Magic: The Gathering’s latest set, Tarkir: Dragonstorm, brings players back to the plane of Tarkir with its iconic five tri-color clans and majestic dragons. The clash of steel and roar of dragons echoes once again, reviving the war-torn plane where five tri-color clans battle beneath the shadow of mighty dragons. This unboxing journey of Tarkir: Dragonstorm will take you through the full array of products, each one a gateway to Tarkir’s brutal yet beautiful landscapes and the strategic possibilities they hold.

Play Booster Box 

The Play Booster Box features vibrant packaging with artwork depicting Tarkir’s dragons and warriors. Inside, players will find:

• 30 Tarkir: Dragonstorm Play Boosters
• Each booster contains 14 MTG cards and 1 Token or Art card

The play boosters deliver a mix of commons, uncommons, rares, and occasional mythic rares. The card designs showcase the set’s themes through stunning artwork that depicts the struggle between the five clans and their draconic overlords. Each clan’s mechanical identity is reflected in the card designs and abilities.

Every single pack guarantees at least one Traditional Foil card of any rarity, adding shimmer to spells and creatures alike. In 20% of packs, players will discover an additional gleaming treasure: a Traditional Foil Land, transforming Tarkir’s territorial markers into premium collection pieces.

The Art cards exclusive to Play Boosters deserve special attention – these non-playable collectibles showcase the set’s breathtaking artwork without rules text or borders to distract from the visual storytelling. The most coveted versions bear the foil signature of the artist, creating a tangible connection between player and creator. These touches transform what could be a simple card acquisition experience into a multifaceted treasure hunt with various rarities and treatments to discover.

Collector Booster Box 

The premium Collector Booster Box offers a more luxurious unboxing experience with its darker, more premium packaging. Contents include:

• 12 Tarkir: Dragonstorm Collector Boosters
• Each pack contains 15 MTG cards

These collector boosters stand out with their special treatments – extended art borders, showcase frames, and premium foiling that catches the light across the dragons and clan symbols. The visual presentation of these cards makes them truly collectible items beyond their gameplay value. Collector Boosters also introduces an entirely new foil treatment making its debut in Tarkir: Dragonstorm, available exclusively in these premium packs. 

The Collector Boosters feature exclusive treatments not found elsewhere in the product line. Borderless planeswalkers showcase characters like Sarkhan Vol and Narset in their full, unrestrained power. Showcase frames employ unique artistic styles for each clan – Abzan cards feature ornate stonework borders, while Mardu cards are adorned with leather and war trophies. The etched foil treatment, particularly stunning on legendary creatures, creates a three-dimensional effect where the dragon’s scales or the warrior’s armor appears to rise from the card surface.

Bundle 

The Bundle comes packaged in a sturdy box featuring dramatic Tarkir artwork, designed for both storage and display. Inside this comprehensive package:

• 9 Tarkir: Dragonstorm Play Boosters
• 1 Traditional Foil alt-art card
• 30 Land cards (15 foil, 15 nonfoil)
• 1 Spindown life counter featuring clan symbols
• 1 Card storage box
• 2 Reference cards

The spindown counter features detailed clan designs, while the land cards showcase the diverse landscapes of Tarkir. The storage box provides durable protection for transporting cards to gaming sessions.

Prerelease Packs

The Prerelease Packs come in compact boxes featuring clan-specific artwork for all five clans: Abzan, Jeskai, Sultai, Mardu, and Temur. Each pack contains:

• 5 Tarkir: Dragonstorm Play Boosters
• 1 Clan-themed Prerelease Booster with 14 MTG cards
• 1 Traditional foil year-stamped rare or mythic rare card
• 1 Spindown die matching the clan’s colors

The clan-themed boosters contain cards that synergize with that clan’s strategy, giving players a foundation for building a deck around their chosen clan. 

Commander Decks

The Commander Decks represent each of Tarkir’s five clans with distinct strategies:

1. Abzan Armor (White-Black-Green): Focuses on resilient creatures and endurance strategies
2. Jeskai Striker (Blue-Red-White): Emphasizes spellcasting and swift, precise attacks
3. Sultai Arisen (Black-Green-Blue): Leverages graveyard mechanics and resource manipulation
4. Mardu Surge (Red-White-Black): Features aggressive attacks and battlefield control
5. Temur Roar (Green-Blue-Red): Highlights powerful creatures and elemental magic

Each 100-card Commander deck includes:

• A ready-to-play deck with a foil Commander
• A 2-card Collector Booster Sample Pack with alternate-border Tarkir: Dragonstorm cards
• 10 double-sided tokens
• 1 deck box for storage

These Commander decks offer substantial gameplay value right out of the box, with clear strategic themes and powerful new cards that synergize with each clan’s mechanics.

Tarkir: Dragonstorm successfully returns players to the world of warring clans and mighty dragons with products that cater to collectors, players, and Commander enthusiasts alike. The attention to detail in the clan-specific items makes this set particularly appealing for fans of Tarkir’s lore and tri-color strategies.

Whether drafting with Play Boosters, collecting showcase cards from Collector Boosters, or battling with one of the five clan Commander decks, Tarkir: Dragonstorm offers something for every Magic player while maintaining the plane’s distinctive identity.

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