Alright, fellow gamers, hold onto your Chocobos! If you missed it at PAX East, you seriously missed out on one of the most electrifying showcases in recent memory. Wizards of the Coast pulled out all the stops with their 2-hour deep dive into the Magic: The Gathering x Final Fantasy crossover set. Imagine a room bursting with excitement, and yes, you could even hear a few genuine gleeful screams as the new cards were unveiled!
This isn’t just your everyday card set release, folks. We got to see everything from majestic Chocobos trotting across the battlefield to lush land cards that pay homage to those iconic Final Fantasy locales we all know and love. And let’s not forget the epic piece showcasing Vivi Ornitier wielding fiery magic on his card—a real treat for fans of the legendary RPG series.
Wizards isn’t new to the Final Fantasy magic either. Back in February, they teased us with some sneak peek cards, but the PAX East walkthrough went full throttle. It not only gave us a crystal-clear view of what to expect in the summer release, but it also spilled some exciting hints about how these cards will blend into the gameplay we’ve come to adore in Magic.
A major highlight? The celebrated Yoshitaka Amano is back in action! Known for his legendary work, Amano has reimagined Kefka in a way that’s as unique as it is breathtaking. His artwork is just another reminder of how this set is destined to be a masterpiece, merging the imaginative realms of Final Fantasy with the gameplay depth of MTG.
What’s even cooler is that Magic: The Gathering – Final Fantasy is not just another fancy collaboration. It’s another powerhouse tie-in for Wizards, adding to their epic crossover repertoire that includes franchises like Lord of the Rings, Marvel, and even Spongebob. According to Hasbro’s chief executive Chris Cocks, economic hiccups aren’t slowing down this release one bit. In fact, back in April, Cocks proudly noted that Final Fantasy had already become the best-selling set in MTG history—a bold statement if ever there was one.
And if you’re already buzzing with excitement to get your hands on these new packs, mark your calendars: the set launches on June 13. For those who just can’t wait, check out the pre-order details to score your packs on day one and be among the first to experience this rollercoaster of a crossover.
Whether you’re a seasoned Magic veteran or a diehard Final Fantasy fan, this set promises a blend of nostalgia, innovation, and, dare we say, jaw-dropping art that’s sure to remind you why we fell in love with these universes in the first place. So grab your deck and your controller, because this release is about to make some serious waves!
(Original source: Polygon)
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