June might seem like a distant dream for fans of Magic: The Gathering eagerly anticipating the upcoming Final Fantasy set. However, Wizards of the Coast has just unveiled a tantalizing first look at over a dozen never-before-seen cards from the set, featuring iconic characters such as Sephiroth, Yuffie, Cecil, Garland, Chaos, and more. This sneak peek not only showcases new cards but also includes a variety of art variations, complementing the four commander cards we've already seen: Tidus, Cloud, Y'shtola, and Terra. Alongside legendary powerhouses like Sephiroth and Cecil, fans can also enjoy a new Food token art and art variations on cards like Stilzkin, Moogle Merchant; Sin, Spira's Punishment; and Summon: Shiva. You can explore the full gallery below:
Magic: The Gathering Final Fantasy Set First Looks
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Today's reveal also highlights some unique features of the set, including Summons, which are part of Magic's first-ever Saga creatures that players can summon for assistance in battle, as exemplified by Summon: Shiva in the gallery. Moreover, the set reintroduces double-faced cards, as seen with Cecil's dual sides: Dark Knight and Redeemed Paladin.
The Final Fantasy set will boast over 100 legendary creature cards, with 55 of them being legendary borderless cards, some illustrated by beloved artists from the Final Fantasy series. This set is designed to be fully draftable and Standard-legal, and it will launch alongside four preconstructed Commander decks, each themed around a different Final Fantasy game: 6, 7, 10, and 14. Each deck will contain 100 cards, blending new Final Fantasy cards with existing cards featuring new Final Fantasy art. Mark your calendars for the set's release on June 13.