Magic: The Gathering Guru Program Release Date: July 12, 1999 Overview: Adventure games leader Wizards of the Coast Inc. announced today the debut of the Magic: The Gathering Guru program, which is scheduled to begin with the July 12 release of the Magic: The Gathering--Starter trading card game. Designed to help experienced Magic players teach new fans the basic strategies, mechanics and rules needed to master Magic game play, the Guru program enlists expert Magic players as teaching ambassadors for the game. The Magic Guru program is available to expert-level Magic players in the United States and Canada, helping to build player relationships and strengthen the social play environment. This flagship curriculum provides Gurus with a complete teaching tool kit that includes free demonstration games and special offers for new players. In addition, the Guru program provides free product and unique basic land cards that are available exclusively to participating players. Expert-level Magic players wishing to enroll in the Magic: The Gathering Guru program or to obtain more information can visit the Wizards of the Coast website at or call Wizards of the Coast at (800) 324-6496. Company Info: Wizards of the Coast is a leading developer and publisher of entertainment products, including the popular Pokémon and Magic: The Gathering trading card games. Wizards of the Coast subsidiaries include TSR Inc., Five Rings Publishing Group Inc. and The Game Keeper Inc. Headquartered just outside Seattle, Wizards of the Coast has international offices in Antwerp, Paris, Milan, London and Beijing. For more information on Wizards of the Coast, visit the company's website at .