World of Warcraft TCG

Even for a non Wow player the Tcg is a great game for new players in card gaming, don't be fooled into thinking it is just a game for squeezing money out of Wow fans, it may of been when UDE acquired the original rights for it, but it has grown far bigger.

Wow Tcg Flash Tutorial
http://upperdeck-wowtcd.2a-archive.com/
Great Tutorial, although outdated, the rules all still apply, although the majority of people nowadays use a different setup, unsure if they played it the way the tutorial shows it even then, as you can change up the arrangement as long as it is recognizable to the other player.

On Core Format:
Core format is where only the last two blocks are allowed, blocks are 3 sets and booster packs come from a particular set, any additional cards released are considered part of the block that they released during the time of.
Also, Matches in core are 1 round rather than Bo3

Pro's of Core Format
-Card Pool is Limited so combos aren't too overpowered
-Card cost of older blocks is lowered so classic format players can get cards cheaper
-Stagnent Cards are removed from play

Cons
-Your Card become unusable in core after 18 months years(about 9 months is the time for a full block)
-Bo1 makes games seem less skill based
-Any powerful card in the current blocks is raised in price

Good news is that casually, core is not an issue as most casual communities play classic unless they all have core capable decks, core is generally considered better due to better card interactions. We should be grateful that now our classic cards are cheaper due to being outdated in tournaments. Weldon Barov use to be 50$ - 60$ and now that he's outdated, 10$ to 18$ and he's an extremely rare card.

The most important thing for new players to understand about core is that it doesn't affect casual play and to always buy from the latest sets so your cards are higher value.

Class Starter Decks
These are really great for new players, they include a full 60 (being the minimum for constructed play) card deck with good abilities, while not competitive, they give a great feel for the game and are cheap for what you get, aim for the newest class starters to get even more value.
If you want to start playing Wow Tcg, go buy one or two of these and play with a friend, while not competitive, they aren't weak either, they can be easily modified for more competitive play as they include many of the cards competitive decks use, and if I remember correctly, a chance for a good class rare.

Loot Cards
In almost every product, there is a chance for a loot card, an extremely rare card that gives a code for a Wow character to use and gain a unique to the tcg item/mount/pet, these come in three rarities, common loot rare loot and epic loot, while common loot as the name suggests is common it generally goes for 1$ to 6$, rare loot goe for from 6$ to 50$, and Epic goes anywhere from 60$ to 600$(Spectral Tiger)
All loot cards resemble one of the games normal cards, but have a scratch off box and the legendary card coloring's, even if you aren't a wow player you can sell these for a good price, if you play, then you can have the coolest vanity items in your guild.

Rarity
Cards are organized by rarity based on the color of their unique number ID at the bottom, this tells their set and which card in it they are, commons are white, 13 in a booster, uncommon is green with 4 per pack, rares are blue with one per pack, and epics are purple and sometimes replace a packs rare, packs also have 1 hero, and 1 material card for crafting into a card of your choice upon collection of the right materials. A grand total of 20 cards per pack with 19 playable

Brief Historical Note:
UDE used to produce the Wow Tcg, now it is managed by Cryptozoic, they took over right after the scourgewar set

Head here for more info on beginning play
http://www.wowtcg.com/how-to-play

Raids and dungeons are considered by many a casual to be the best aspect of the wow tcg. Offering 1 super strong deck to be played against 3 regular for a 4 player game, or in assault on icecrown citadel, offering all the decks for you(great for new players with not enough decks or not strong enough decks)
Then Dungeons offering 3 players against an automated dungeon boss(great for newer players too as it is toned down by far from others)

I have a copy here of the Raid Deck Thread for those intrested:
Raid Decks:

"Raid Deck 7"
Recommended # of Players: Unknown
Release Date: Fall 2011
Description: We do not know any information about this raid. There are rumors milling around that it may involve Cho'gall, or Deathwing himself. Any leaks or sneak peaks would be amazing.




Assault on Icecrown Citadel
Recommended # of Players: 4 (including boss)
Released: Winter 2011
Description: This is the Lich King's last hold on this world: a necropolis of unspeakable horrors and a city of the damned- Icecrown Citadel! Join Tirion Fordring, Jaina Proudmoore and Sylvanas Windrunner as they enter ICC to fight epic monstrosities, and bring an end to the Lich King's rule. Remember, there MUST be a Lich King... This set comes with three raiding decks in addition to the boss deck, no deck required to play! Sit and learn approach to raiding.



Naxxramas
Recommended # of Players: 5-6 (including boss)
Released: Winter 2010
Description: Home to the Scourge general Kel'thuzad, Naxxramas is a floating Necropolis located in eastern Dragonblight. Fight unspeakable horrors, and deal a blow to the scourge armies that are plaguing Northrend. Naxxramas introduces the Dedicated Few format, a new way to play the WOW TCG. This deck can be played classic (non DF), of course. Warning: Includes Bigglesworth. Sad face: does not include Frogger.



Black Temple
Recommended # of Players: 4-5 (including boss)
Released: Fall 2009 (?)
Description: A temple once known for prayers and peace, the Draenai were shunned out of their temple by the invading Orcs. Now the home of Illidan Stormrage, the Betrayer, player's must stop his demonic hold on Outland! Battle foes such as the Illidari Council, Teron Gorefiend, and eventually... the Betrayer himself...



Magtheridon's Lair
Recommended # of Players: 4-5 (including boss)
Released: (?)
Description: After Magtheridon conquered the Draenai temple and called it "The Black Temple", he was ousted to Hellfire Peninsula and bound there by orc warlocks. Now on the brink of releasing, Magtheridon has some payback to dish out, and you don't mess with a pit lord. Battle Magtheridon as he seeks his vengeance and regains his lost powers!

Molten Core
Recommended # of Players: 4 (including boss)
Released: (?)
Description: Deep within Blackrock mountain exists a planar entrance from the elemental plane. Ragnaros the firelord has been awakened! Before Azeroth becomes a ball of flame, you must stop the denizens of Molten Core and make sure Ragnaros the Firelord cannot terrorize Kalimdor or the Eastern Kingdoms.


Onyxia's Lair
Recommended # of Players: 3-4 (including boss)
Released: (?)
Description: Located in Dustwallow Marsh, Onyxia is the brood mother of the black dragonflight. Before their sinister plans are complete, it is your job to enter the lair and put an end to the whelp lair and the brood mother herself. This is an arduous task, and not an easy one to accomplish...

Listed in order from hardest to easiest if you move naxxaramus up one