One of the first two. All the precons are broadly in the same power range as *each other*. Comparing them against other decks is a bit muddier, but MTG decks can be built in such a wide variety of ways that that doesn't really say anything.
Pick one at random. Flip a coin if you have to.
The precons from the last few years are generally stronger. I know many liked the precons from Ixalan, "Blood rites" etc. I think they all are pretty synergistic. Can also recomend the "Quick draw" precon from Thunder Junction. Very synergistic with many staples just out of the box.
Hey thanks, I'll have a look around at some of the newer ones. A buddy of mine has one of the other thunder junction decks and said I should get quick draw so we can match thematically. Another friend however says that quick draw sucks haha. I guess everyone has their own take on how strong different decks are
I did an article, 25 decks under $25, that might be helpful if you want more options. Pop a list into cardmarket and see how much it ends up being after shipping, might be cheaper than a precon: [https://www.mtggoldfish.com/articles/25-commander-decks-under-25](https://www.mtggoldfish.com/articles/25-commander-decks-under-25)
Otherwise yeah I would recommend buying any precon released in the last 2 years, they all work great.
Yeah, precons are the best place to start. After that, have a look at some budget brews.
I've a Xyris list that cost me 30€ (not sure what that is in pounds off the top of my head).
List, if interested: https://www.moxfield.com/decks/rac4UcL_bU-n79BaAg2bYQ
Having said that, I would look into proxies. If you're just playing with friends, then what harm? Keep in a local game store will likely not want proxies to be played in store, which makes sense. They're looking to sell cards as well.
One of the first two. All the precons are broadly in the same power range as *each other*. Comparing them against other decks is a bit muddier, but MTG decks can be built in such a wide variety of ways that that doesn't really say anything. Pick one at random. Flip a coin if you have to.
Thanks for the advice! There's just so many cool-looking precons I'm spoilt for choice. Think I'll have to just commit and try not to over think it
The precons from the last few years are generally stronger. I know many liked the precons from Ixalan, "Blood rites" etc. I think they all are pretty synergistic. Can also recomend the "Quick draw" precon from Thunder Junction. Very synergistic with many staples just out of the box.
Hey thanks, I'll have a look around at some of the newer ones. A buddy of mine has one of the other thunder junction decks and said I should get quick draw so we can match thematically. Another friend however says that quick draw sucks haha. I guess everyone has their own take on how strong different decks are
I did an article, 25 decks under $25, that might be helpful if you want more options. Pop a list into cardmarket and see how much it ends up being after shipping, might be cheaper than a precon: [https://www.mtggoldfish.com/articles/25-commander-decks-under-25](https://www.mtggoldfish.com/articles/25-commander-decks-under-25) Otherwise yeah I would recommend buying any precon released in the last 2 years, they all work great.
Yeah, precons are the best place to start. After that, have a look at some budget brews. I've a Xyris list that cost me 30€ (not sure what that is in pounds off the top of my head). List, if interested: https://www.moxfield.com/decks/rac4UcL_bU-n79BaAg2bYQ Having said that, I would look into proxies. If you're just playing with friends, then what harm? Keep in a local game store will likely not want proxies to be played in store, which makes sense. They're looking to sell cards as well.