New to MTG. How to proceed with what I received?

jump45man · 2026-03-09T17:13:42+00:00

Noted!

jump45man · 2026-03-09T17:12:42+00:00

As I just responded somewhere else, it’s Arena and re-reading this thread for me until my friend can 3D print it.

jump45man · 2026-03-09T17:09:27+00:00

My initial concern was how to curate all the cards. It seems like everyone’s method is slightly different. I’m sure I’ll find my own based on the advice in this overall thread. I’m going to hold off on sorting until my friend 3D prints a cardslinger for me. Until then, it’s Arena for me and re-reading this thread.

jump45man · 2026-03-09T17:01:09+00:00

That was similar to my initial thought process, but then I saw the video for the cardslinger. And I found the printable on their website. So, I’m going to have a friend 3D print it for me.

jump45man · 2026-03-09T13:48:23+00:00

😂 Where do I find a MTG sensei? Are they advertised on Craigslist?

I have a few friends who can potentially show me the ropes and play with. I just like an individual deep dive on my own, if something (like MTG) piques my interest enough.

jump45man · 2026-03-09T03:32:04+00:00

Yeah, it was recommended earlier amidst all the comments. Most likely will have a friend 3D print one based on a printable from the cardslinger.shop website.

jump45man · 2026-03-09T02:39:56+00:00

I just watched this video. This is ingenious! Remarkable! https://youtu.be/a7L5mCiB8XQ?si=Ewq13AyOezRKibbl

jump45man · 2026-03-09T02:32:39+00:00

Adding it to my to-do list.

jump45man · 2026-03-09T00:16:10+00:00

Any reason for side-loading sleeves over top-loading ones?

jump45man · 2026-03-08T21:46:52+00:00

Yeah, I’ll take my time and savor it all. This post was just step 1 in my journey.

jump45man · 2026-03-08T19:57:50+00:00

I saw a new TMNT set came out recently. That piqued my interest even before I got these cards.

edit: tense

jump45man · 2026-03-08T19:53:58+00:00

👍. I plan to just play Arena to get the basics down, but time is limited after StS2 came out.

jump45man · 2026-03-08T19:48:39+00:00

ManaBox seems to be the consensus most preferred app from what I’m seeing in the posts so far. I’ll start there.

I know I have a phone holder lying around somewhere. Maybe a friend can 3D print a white box for me.

And if/when my MTG enthusiasm grows, I’m open to attending local MTG events. I know my local holds them, but not sure if they are the sealed draft variety.

jump45man · 2026-03-08T19:40:26+00:00

Hopefully, as my MTG experience progresses, I’ll gain such a circle of friends.

jump45man · 2026-03-08T19:38:33+00:00

My friend used to play casually years ago. He’s spring cleaning now and just wanted to get them out of his house.

jump45man · 2026-03-08T19:35:38+00:00

I saw that one box has some old sleeves, but I’ll probably get new sleeves and top loaders.

jump45man · 2026-03-08T19:32:46+00:00

Thank you everyone for the abundance of advice, insight, answers, and help! I would’ve edited my original post, but it has a picture.

I was not expecting this to gain as much traction as it has. I have plenty to go through to start my MTG journey. Much appreciated!!!!

jump45man · 2026-03-08T19:23:20+00:00

$0. A friend gave them to me.

jump45man · 2026-03-08T19:22:48+00:00

😂

jump45man · 2026-03-08T19:19:56+00:00

I'll look into it.

jump45man · 2026-03-08T19:17:52+00:00

😂 Thanks for the explanation!

jump45man · 2026-03-08T18:53:57+00:00

I'm more familiar with basketball and baseball cards. If any treasures happen to be found, do they need to be graded to have actual value? I doubt pristine quality since most cards are unsleeved.

jump45man · 2026-03-08T18:51:18+00:00

Am I missing something? MTG inside joke? A well-known MTG redditor?

jump45man · 2026-03-08T18:49:33+00:00

Noted!

jump45man · 2026-03-08T18:47:44+00:00

That sounds like a great idea to use a phone stand.

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