Wizards of the Coast have announced the upcoming release of the Wilds of Eldraine set for Magic The Gathering (MTG) trading card game on 8th September 2023.
As part of the celebrations, players both new and experienced are invited to set out into the Open House in selected local Wizards Play Network (WPN) Stores in Malaysia starting from 8th to 10th September 2023. From Starter Kits to ease players into their very first game to exclusive promo cards, there’s an enchanting story-book adventure for everyone.
Wizards of the Coast APAC has created a mini-game called “The Castle of Ashiok” in celebration of the upcoming release of the Wilds of Eldraine. The game offers players the challenge to make it out alive from Ashiok’s castle. Those who are interested in the AR Filter game can check it out here.
Fairy Tales With A Twist
A brand new story unfolds after the recent Phyrexian Invasion of the multiverse. The citizens of Eldraine have fallen to the Wicked Slumer: a curse intended to save the plane from invaders, but now is slowly putting the realm to sleep.
A cast of fairy tale characters must now work to protect the populace of Eldraine from an unending nightmare. Beautiful fairy tale-inspired art and mechanics bring this story to life, allowing players to lose themselves in the Wilds of Eldraine.
Meet new and returning characters like Kellan, the Fae-Blooded, Eriette of the Charmed Apple, and the iconic Syr Ginger who’ll help tell this magical tale.
Fight For Your Fairy Tale Ending
In Wilds of Eldraine, you control the tale you wish to tell through the thematic gameplay. The new mechanic Roles will allow players to enchant creatures with various storytelling archetypes such as Monsters that grants +1/+1 and trample, or Sorcerer that gives +1/+1 and the ability to scry when attacking. The Bargain mechanic will also be introduced, which allow players to sacrifice certain cards in return for a boon.
Additionally, the fan-favourite mechanic from Throne of Eldraine, and Sagas, return to provide unique gameplay directions and evoke the feeling of storytelling.
Enchant Your Deck
Every booster of Wilds of Eldraine will contain at least one Enchanting Tales card treatment, which are reprints of powerful Enchantment cards from Magic’s history. Also appearing are 11 new Borderless Storybook cards, including Eldraine’s only planeswalker, Ashiok.
Collectors will find 20 rare and mythic Enchanting Tales cards that have been reimagined in a striking Anime style, each with an even rarer version featuring a totally new Confetti Foil Laminate treatment.
Be The Hero, Or Be Wicked
Decide between good and evil with two unique preconstructed Commander Decks, or take the first step on your fairy tale adventure with the Magic’s 2023 Starter Kit, the first point of call for anyone seeking to enter the world of Magic The Gathering.
Magic The Gathering’s Wilds of Eldraine includes Draft Boosters, Set Boosters, Collector Boosters, Commander Decks, Prerelease Packs, Bundles, and the new Starter Kit.
Magic Open House
Try your hands at your first MTG game, or bring a friend down to share your passion for the game at the Magic Open House. Held at selected WPN stores, new players can try playing the game using the set’s new Starter Kit.
All attendees will receive an exclusive promotional card “Drown in the Loch” as well as collectible sticker sheets designed for the set. Players who bring a friend along can both collect a second promotional card “Cultivate”, available only at the Open House events.
Exclusive to WPN Premium stores within the SEA region at the Magic Open House, players can enjoy this sticker activity to help Syr Ginger armour up to face her foes within the Wilds of Eldraine.
For more information on Wilds of Eldraine, do check out the dedicated website here.