Mix of singles and strategic pack opening Open 1 booster box at MSRP if you can find one ($144) for the bulk commons and opening experience, then buy all remaining singles including the Charizard ex SIR, all IRs, and all SIRs in NM via TCGPlayer
they feel like the most recognisable and significant for a variety of reasons
Whenever you discard a card, exile that card from your graveyard
I measured the oversized cards to be 5.25 7.35 in freedom units, or 133.35 mm 186.69 mm
It costs a pretty penny even with its emerge ability, but the card draw and mana accelerations worth it
The hobby is considerably more enjoyable when it is comfortable rather than stressful, and the cards will still be there next month if you do not buy everything at once