I just read the update myself. Interesting. Sometimes I get a bit miffed about yet another version coming out. I do like to have Lotrek test or error decks in my collection whenever possible. For this deck, it is especially true. You get Lotrek foiled decks, which is significantly different than when he does unfoiled test decks (which he sometimes does). Also, you get a much lower price point. I also like that he is selling the whole series of 450. Why? Don't I like rarity? Well, yes I do love rare decks. My Arabesque Error decks were a great financial boon if I ever sell them. However, by selling all of them, it takes the rarity factor away. I don't expect these decks to be snapped up in a flash, but I could be wrong. In any event, they will not be close to rare (under Lotrek standards for a rare issue). I suspect that a lot will linger for sale. I think that is fine for Lotrek as he can get a bit of steady income as those decks sell. They will sell out eventually if not right away. For me, it lets me pick up one or two nice Lotrek decks that I don't mind showing around. I might even, maybe will try, to put the cards through some paces to see if they can really handle. Not sure yet, but more likely one of these cards than a Damask or Arabesque deck for sure.
$55 per deck for this is a no-brainer for me. I'm in, even if not for a brick!
(Hey, Lotrek if I am interested in a brick, will you give a volume discount?
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Lotrek, I would like to make a suggestion on the plain tuck design. Please at least put some type of name on the tuck even if a stamp like you do for the numbering and signature. It could be something like "Fable First Print" or whatever, just so it is easily identifiable for someone not an expert with your decks.
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