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TMNT Invades MTG: New Set Triggers a Wave of Local Events
gaming10 days ago

TMNT Invades MTG: New Set Triggers a Wave of Local Events

Magic: The Gathering teams up with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles for a crossover releasing March 6, 2026, with prereleases Feb 27–Mar 5 and a broad schedule of in-store events (Magic Academy, Standard Showdown, Two-Headed Giant, Commander Parties, and regional qualifiers), plus promo cards and prize support at Spotlight tournaments in Richmond and through RCQ circuits; preorder is available at local game stores, TCGplayer, Amazon, and more.

MTG TMNT Prerelease Promos Deliver Crossovers to Local Stores
gaming11 days ago

MTG TMNT Prerelease Promos Deliver Crossovers to Local Stores

Wizards of the Coast will give Promo Packs at Magic: The Gathering | Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles prereleases starting Feb 27 at participating WPN stores, with promo packs drawn from Lorwyn Eclipsed, Edge of Eternities, Tarkir: Dragonstorm, Duskmourn: House of Horror, or Bloomburrow; each pack includes promo-stamped rares/mythics, another promo card from a Standard-legal set, a basic land, and an alternate promo card (some packs may include an Arena code); promos are while supplies last and not valid in China, and stores will handle distribution in the coming days.

Lorwyn Eclipsed Prerelease Encounters Unexpected TMNT Cameo
gaming1 month ago

Lorwyn Eclipsed Prerelease Encounters Unexpected TMNT Cameo

Wizards confirms a small number of players found foil rares and mythic rares from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles set in Lorwyn Eclipsed prereleases by accident, not part of any promotion. They’re adding all TMNT rares/mythics to the official card image gallery, evaluating a back-end fix for affected stores, and adjusting the preview season. Lorwyn Eclipsed releases January 23, with continued celebration across MTG Arena/MTGO and local stores.

New Legends Emerge as Lorwyn Eclipsed Bridges Planes
gaming1 month ago

New Legends Emerge as Lorwyn Eclipsed Bridges Planes

Magic: The Gathering's Lorwyn Eclipsed reveals a cast of Lorwyn-Shadowmoor legends and visiting Strixhaven students, detailing key figures like Eirdu, Isilu, Maralen, Rhys, Oko, Morcant, Brigid, Sygg, Ashling, Auntie Grub, Trystan, Doran, and more, plus the Mass of Mysteries and other planar antagonists. The set is available for preorder, with prerelease events starting January 16 and a worldwide release on January 23, 2026, backed by related fiction and the Planeswalker's Guide for deeper lore.

"Mastering MTG's Murders at Karlov Manor for Prereleases and Commander Play"
gaming2 years ago

"Mastering MTG's Murders at Karlov Manor for Prereleases and Commander Play"

The article provides recommendations for powerful cards to look out for in the Murders at Karlov Manor prerelease kits for MTG. It highlights cards like Incinerator of the Guilty, Insidious Roots, Cryptic Coat, Krenko, Baron of Tin Street, Alquist Proft, Etrata, Deadly Fugitive, Vannifar, Evolved Enigma, and Aurelia’s Vindicator, emphasizing their potential impact in Limited gameplay. Additionally, it advises players to be mindful of unplayable cards that may be included in their kits.

Unveiling the Secrets of The Lost Caverns of Ixalan
gaming2 years ago

Unveiling the Secrets of The Lost Caverns of Ixalan

This guide provides tips and tricks for building a sealed deck in the Magic: The Gathering set, The Lost Caverns of Ixalan. It advises players to focus on synergy over power, consider splashing powerful cards like Abrade, and be cautious of playing off-color caves. The article also highlights the importance of counterspells, graveyard hate, and self-mill strategies in the sealed format. Additionally, it mentions the use of landcyclers to trigger descend abilities and warns about the potential threat of Cogwork Wrestler. Overall, the guide aims to help players prepare for a successful LCI prerelease event.

"Unleashing the Power of Wilds of Eldraine: Epic Combos, Multicolored Marvels, and Underrated Gems"
gaming2 years ago

"Unleashing the Power of Wilds of Eldraine: Epic Combos, Multicolored Marvels, and Underrated Gems"

The upcoming Magic: The Gathering set, Wilds of Eldraine, introduces Enchanting Tales cards, reprinted enchantments that add flavor to the set. These bonus sheet cards can affect the Limited environment and offer the opportunity for epic combos. Examples include the Hylda of the Icy Crown combo, which generates an arbitrarily large number of Elemental Creature tokens, and the Intruder Alarm combo, which can create infinite mana or creatures. Another combo involves Aggravated Assault, which allows for infinite combat steps. While these combos may be difficult to pull off, they add excitement to the prerelease experience.