Magic: The Gathering's upcoming Universes Beyond set, themed around Star Trek, presents a unique challenge for collectors aiming to secure its valuable Collector Boosters. These boosters, which contain the set's rarest cards and alternative art treatments, are already scarce and being marked up by scalpers, making them difficult for genuine fans to obtain.
The Draft Night set, priced at $119.99, has emerged as the primary and potentially only way to acquire a Collector Booster for the Star Trek expansion before its official release. The Draft Night product is designed for a four-player draft experience, with each participant starting with three Play Boosters. Players open their first pack, select two cards, and pass the remainder, repeating this process until all packs are drafted. Following the draft, players construct a 40-card deck from their selections, with the addition of basic lands.
Each Draft Night box includes one Collector Booster as a prize. This specific booster is crucial for obtaining exclusive card treatments and potentially ultra-rare Headliner cards signed by Star Trek cast members. The Collector Booster alone retails for $37.99, highlighting its premium nature.
Beyond the Collector Booster, the Draft Night set also contains 12 Play Boosters, 90 basic land cards, and 10 double-sided token cards. While the $119.99 price point for the Draft Night set is substantial, it currently represents the most accessible route to obtaining a Collector Booster. Fans must weigh the cost against the value proposition of acquiring these rare components.
Separately, the Star Trek Commander Deck Bundle is available for preorder at a discounted price of $225, offering a $75 saving compared to purchasing the decks individually. This bundle is recommended for those looking to acquire the Commander preconstructed decks while supplies last.