Magic: The Gathering Reveals Final Fantasy Card Set Sneak Peek

The highly anticipated Magic: The Gathering Final Fantasy set is drawing closer, and to whet fans' appetites, Wizards of the Coast has just revealed a sneak peek at over a dozen brand-new cards. Fan favorites like Sephiroth, Yuffie, Cecil, Garland, and Chaos are among those in this exciting first look.

This reveal includes not only a selection of new cards but also showcases some stunning art variations. These join the four previously revealed commander cards: Tidus, Cloud, Y'shtola, and Terra, further expanding the possibilities for deck building and strategic gameplay. Beyond the powerful legendary creatures like Sephiroth and Cecil, the preview also unveiled new Food token art and alternative art for cards such as Stilzkin, Moogle Merchant; Sin, Spira's Punishment; and Summon: Shiva.

The showcase also special mechanics within the set. “Summons,” a key element from the Final Fantasy series, are being integrated as Saga creatures that players can call upon to aid them in battle. The card Summon: Shiva, shown in the gallery, exemplifies this mechanic. Additionally, double-faced cards are making a return, with Cecil's transformation between Dark Knight and Redeemed Paladin serving as a prime example.

The Final Fantasy set boasts over 100 legendary creature cards, including 55 striking borderless cards. Many of these cards feature artwork created by beloved artists from throughout the Final Fantasy franchise, creating a truly special experience for fans. This upcoming Magic: The Gathering Final Fantasy set is designed to be fully draftable and Standard-legal. Its release will coincide with the launch of four preconstructed Commander decks, each thematically based on a different Final Fantasy installment: 6, 7, 10, and 14. Each of these decks will contain 100 cards, blending new Final Fantasy-themed cards with existing cards featuring reimagined art inspired by the iconic series. The set is scheduled to launch on June 13th.