This is a great beginners deck. It was the first one I ever played. It introduces creature abilites and other basic magic terms and game play without being overly difficult. It is also a fast moving deck that keep new players interested and gives seasoned players something to work from in terms of deck upgrades. I buy this deck for every beginer player I meet who walks up to me while I am playing and says..... " How do you play that card game there?"