Jumpstart is the quickest and easiest way to play a Limited game of Magic : just open two Jumpstart Boosters, shuffle them together, and play
Five mana is a little overcosted on face value, but if you can make use of the bodies, Head of the Homesteads going to be an auto-include in the decks where it matters
The team responsible for Vampires (as well as the Kor, also added during development, and a smattering of one-of cards) was led by Ken Nagle and included Ken, Tom LaPille (of Latest Developments fame) and Steve Warner, one of R&D's most dedicated playtesters
There may be 3-4 complete sets released every year, each with their own name, theme, cards, and design
Collectors can keep these 60 cards and the rest of their collection safe from earth giants and persistent gales in the beautifully illustrated box.