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CloudSerf
0
Jun 13, 2015
This looks like either a mistake or a scam. Is there a way to report this stuff?
monkeyams
12
Jun 13, 2015
CloudSerfGuys, if you're able to get packs of original MM for less than ~$18 ANYWHERE, please just go ahead and buy it. They may or may not be mapped, but that's up to you to vet your buyer/supplier. Massdrop has been very clear about the countermeasures they take to make sure their suppliers are giving you completely random, fresh-from-the-sealed-box packs. Saying that you think it's a mistake that you're getting a rare, out-of-print product for $2 above average market value (WITH the deckbox and sleeves thrown in basically for free) does not help anyone. If you check the comments from the previous times this has dropped, you will see many comments like yours, YSCC's, and kmccormick's. And every time, Massdrop staff has to take the time to explain what I just did. If you don't think it's a deal, offer an alternative (and please prove it isn't mapped, in the case MtG) or just do not join the drop. You are not adding anything to discussion by making blanket statements not supported by evidence.
YSCC
4
Jun 14, 2015
monkeyamsI think I made a fair comment. Rather than cheerleading all Drops as the best deal you can get, I'd shop around. Even at $18/pack (including shipping, plenty available on ebay), that's $54. If the deck box and the sleeves are worth $11 bucks, that's $65 and you are just breaking even on this deal, if the $60 price is unlocked. You might even be ahead a few bucks if you think it's worth a bit more.
But considering that I've recently purchased 2 BOXES of MM at less than $350 each including shipping, I stand by my math. Although buying boxes are cheaper per pack than loose packs, but at least I get them sealed in WOTC shrinkwrap and not have to worry about mapping, Massdrop assurances aside.
No question there are many drops that are good deals, but not all of them, so to each his own.