What’s New
Wizards of The Coast has announced the Preview Prologue for the Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes set. This collection is set to debut in June 2026, offering an earlier than usual glimpse compared to standard Magic releases.
This edition introduces Marvel characters into the Magic: The Gathering realm, bringing fresh mechanics and card types. Initial previews highlight both heroes and villains, featuring distinctive gameplay elements and thematic artistry.
Configuration at a Glance
- Release Date: June 2026
- Brand: Magic: The Gathering
- Theme: Crossover with Marvel Super Heroes
- Previewed Content: Core set cards and mechanics
- Special Features: Debut of new mechanics (Shield counters, Power-Up, Artifactfall, Plans)
- Emphasis on Comic Art card treatments
Key Inserts & Parallels
- The main set includes Marvel characters with innovative thematic mechanics
- Comic Art treatments available for select cards
- Introduction of legendary tokens (e.g., The Void)
Mechanics Previewed
- Shield counters: Featured on Captain America, offering defense and synergy with other cards
- Power-Up: A new ability on Quicksilver, providing cost reduction when activated upon entry
- Artifactfall: Present on Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, granting card draw when artifacts enter play
- Plans: A new enchantment subtype introduced with Doctor Doom, functioning like Sagas or Quests with progressive steps and rewards
Autographs & Relics
No autograph or memorabilia cards have been announced in the Preview Prologue. The primary focus is on new mechanics, legendary creatures, and thematic enchantments.
Notable Subsets and Themes
- Heroes: Mono-White Captain America, The Sentry
- Villains: Doctor Doom featuring the Plans subtype
- Mechanics-driven cards: Quicksilver (tempo), Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur (card draw, artifact synergy)
Collector Notes
- The Preview Prologue is released around six months before the set launch
- Comic Art treatments are highlighted for select cards
- New mechanics and card types (Shield counters, Power-Up, Artifactfall, Plans) are emphasized in the initial previews
- The Sentry introduces the legendary token (The Void)
- No specified odds or print runs in the announcement
- No details on autographs, memorabilia, or case hits in the Preview Prologue
- The early preview aims to generate interest and assist in deck planning ahead of preorders
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