Pre-order Releases Jul 13, 2027
Level One Magic: The Gathering: Unlocking the Game, Lore, Strategy, and Culture (Level One)
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About the book
Level One Magic
End the gatekeeping and enter the world of Magic: The Gathering with CJ Jagel II (@elderdingushighlander), in the definitive guide for new players, returning gamers, parents, and anyone ready to play.
Magic: The Gathering can feel like an entire universe with its own language, history, rules, lore, strategy, and fiercely passionate community. Whether you’re a kid picking up your first deck, a longtime player returning after years away, or a parent trying to understand the game your child can’t stop talking about, Level One Magic: The Gathering is your way in.
Written by longtime Magic player and creator Christopher Jagel II (aka Elder Dingus Highlander), this unofficial, approachable, entertaining guide breaks down everything you need to know without gatekeeping or expecting you to know the rules before you take your first step.
Inside you'll find:
The Basics of the Game: Get comfortable with the fundamentals of Magic, from cards and colors to turns, combat, deck building, formats, and the strategies that separate a good play from a great one.
The History and Lore: Explore Magic’s history, legendary characters, sprawling Multiverse, iconic sets, collecting culture, and the stories and traditions that have made it one of the most influential games in popular culture.
Keys to Navigating the Community: Learn the language, understand the formats, figure out where to start, and discover how to play, collect, compete, and connect with other Magic fans—without the intimidation or gatekeeping.
Most importantly, Level One is all about playing together—for kids discovering a hobby they love, or parents who want a crash course so they can finally understand the cards on the kitchen table, the strange words being thrown around, and what makes Magic so special in the first place.
If you love strategy, fantasy, collecting, storytelling, or games that bring people together, Level One Magic: The Gathering is your perfect first step into the world of Magic.
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Details
- Publisher
- Ulysses Press
- Author
- Christopher Jagel
- Format
- Paperback
- Release date
- Jul 13, 2027
- ISBN-13
- 9798909070163
- Pages
- 192
- Carton quantity
- 40 copies
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Level One Magic for groups: pricing
Volume pricing applies automatically in your cart. No codes, no account needed.
| Copies | Price per copy | You save |
|---|---|---|
| 25 – 99 | $11.87 | 34% off list |
| 100 – 249 | $11.15 | 38% off list |
| 250 – 499 | $10.43 | 42% off list |
| 500 – 999 | $9.71 | 46% off list |
| 1,000+ | $9.00 | 50% off list |
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