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Message: <blockquote data-quote="was" data-source="post: 2718303" data-attributes="member: 24488">-Well, it wouldn't be the first mistake I've made, thanks for the clarification.-I understand their method of using rarity in terms of distribution.  i.e.  Main Entry: 1rare Pronunciation: 'rar, 'rerFunction: adjectiveInflected Form(s): rar·er; rar·estEtymology: Middle English, from Latin rarus-seldom occurring or found:  -However, I disagree with their methodology in considering something 'rare' in terms of the distribution while using the classification so extensively that rares appear in great numbers throughout the set.-Irregardless of the argument over which interpretation is used, the bottom line is that it boils down to a marketing ploy designed go beyond making a simple profit.  Its a method designed to shamelessly bilk as much cash out of customers as possible. -I have not bought any packs since Giants of Legend and won't buy any in the future.  I shop on the singles markets for common and uncommons.  As for the rares, I've gone back to painting metal miniatures.  It's turned out to be a much cheaper alternative. reference:  bilkMain Entry: 1bilk Pronunciation: 'bilkFunction: transitive verb-to cheat out of something valuable : DEFRAUD b :</blockquote>