THE BEST WAY TO LEARN MAGIC-Your Magic journey begins in this box! Get the essentials for your first games of Magic: The Gathering, including two different guided deck experiences, reference booklets, playmats, and bonus packs for easy jump-in play with a friend. All you need to do is start! | WELCOME TO THE GATHERING-Magic: The Gathering is a collectible card game that weaves deep strategy, gorgeous art, fantastical stories, and a thriving fan community all together into a card game experience like no other | GUIDED LEARN-TO-PLAY EXPERIENCE-Start by playing a tutorial game with two 20-card decks (Cats and Vampires), each with a step-by-step guide booklet that will walk you through your first five turns | SHUFFLE & PLAY WITH THEMED DECKS-Once you’ve learned the basics, grab 2 of the 8 curated theme decks each, shuffle them together for full 40-card decks, and let the Magic begin; mix and match themes and colors for endless fun | EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO PLAY-This Beginner Box includes everything you and a friend need to play, including 2 Playmats that will show you where to place your cards, 2 Spindowns to track your life totals, and 1 Rules Reference booklet to answer any questions you have along the way | BEGINNER BOX CONTENTS-2 Instant-Play Decks (20 cards each), eight 20-card theme decks, 2 Learn-to-Play Guides, 1 Rules Reference booklet, 2 Playmats, 2 Spindown Life Counters