Wizards of the Coast has been steadily unveiling the exciting details of their upcoming Magic: The Gathering crossover with Final Fantasy, set to launch this summer. Over the weekend, they showcased a substantial portion of the cards, both from the main set and the specialized Commander decks, and fans are thrilled with the nostalgic and innovative selections from their beloved Final Fantasy games.
The Universes Beyond collaboration with Final Fantasy includes both the traditional Commander decks and a booster-driven series, offering an extensive array of cards to explore. The main set spans the entire mainline, numbered Final Fantasy series, from Final Fantasy 1 through to Final Fantasy 16. On the other hand, the Commander Decks are dedicated to four specific titles: Final Fantasy 6, 7, 10, and 14, featuring Terra, Cloud, Tidus, and Y'shtola as their respective Commanders.
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1$709.99 at Walmart$455.88 at AmazonDuring the Magic: The Gathering panel at PAX East, several cards that vividly capture the journeys of iconic characters were revealed. For instance, Final Fantasy IV's Cecil features a unique mechanic that reflects his transformation from a Dark Knight to a Paladin. Additionally, the summons of Final Fantasy are portrayed through a "Saga Creature" setup, which allows them to act as powerful, yet temporary, forces on the field, seamlessly blending Magic and Final Fantasy elements.
One standout card is Sephiroth, Fabled SOLDIER, which features artwork by Square's Tetsuya Nomura. The card's transformation showcases Sephiroth's evolution from a young fighter to his ultimate form, Safer Sephiroth, depicted on the card Sephiroth, One-Winged Angel.
[FIN] Sephiroth, Fabled SOLDIER // Sephiroth, One-Winged Angel (Debut Showcase)
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }The Final Fantasy set also includes a Cid from each of the numbered games, with Wizards choosing the older Cid from Final Fantasy XV over his daughter, Cindy.
[FIN] Cid, Timeless Artificer (Debut Stream)
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }Following the panel, Wizards of the Coast released the decklists for the four Commander decks, and fans eagerly analyzed the art and additions, appreciating how well the team adapted these four Final Fantasy games into Magic.
Reprints and new versions of existing Magic cards cleverly incorporate Final Fantasy lore. For example, Skullclamp features art inspired by the Jenova project from Final Fantasy 7.
[FIC] Skullclamp, feat JENOVA
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }The card Together, Forever resonates deeply with Final Fantasy 10 fans, tapping into the emotional journey of the game's protagonists through a ruined world. Several cards across the decks reference notable character moments, so be aware of potential story spoilers when exploring these decklists.
To add some levity, Final Fantasy 10's iconic and often-memed moment with Inspiring Call made the cut.
[FIC] Inspiring Call
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }Wizards also found ways to incorporate Final Fantasy's lighter, humorous moments into the cards. Clever Concealment references the Wall Market scene from Final Fantasy 7, featuring Cloud, Aerith, and Tifa in dresses, complete with a fitting mechanic. The Secret Rendezvous card offers four different versions of the Golden Saucer date scene from Final Fantasy 7, showcasing dates with Aerith, Tifa, Yuffie, and Barret.
[FIC] Four versions of Secret Rendezvous
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }Fans have been delighted to discover the meticulous details that pay homage to the source material. The Final Fantasy 14 set, in particular, includes numerous references to the acclaimed MMORPG. The Hildibrand Manderville card captures his habit of disappearing and returning, creating a unique White/Black card. Additionally, the Archaeomancer's Map card uses a real location from a Gaganaskin Treasure Map.
Final Fantasy 14 players have been enjoying the cards, with humorous nods to popular memes like the "This is Thancred" reference. An alternative flavor text added to the Rite of Replication card celebrates a memorable speech from A Realm Reborn.
Honestly, I feel like this was too much flavor text for the MTG collab card...
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }The Tome of Legends card features a Wondrous Tails book, complete with the in-game details and missed four-in-a-row connections.
Khloe Made It To MTG (Spoilers: Heavensward)
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }The attention to detail in these cards has sparked widespread interest in the full set. While the Commander decks have received significant attention, other reveals like Commune With Beavers have fans eager to see how other Final Fantasy games have been adapted into the Magic set.
The Magic: The Gathering Final Fantasy set is set to be released on June 13, 2025, with a pre-release weekend one week prior.