The two decks represent the forces of the Zendikari and the Eldrazi fighting over control of the plane of Zendikar. They contain six preview cards for Battle for Zendikar: Sheer Drop, Retreat to Kazandu, Veteran Warleader, Oblivion Sower (alternate art), Dominator Drone, and Forerunner of Slaughter.^[3]

Three older cards receive new artwork: Avenger of Zendikar,^[4] Consume the Meek, and Primal Command. Rocky Tar Pit is printed in a modern card frame for the first time. Forked Bolt is printed as a common; a downshift in rarity from its original printing as an uncommon.

The Duel Decks include a Magic “learn to play” guide, a strategy insert, two spindown life counters, and 5 tokens each.