MAGIC: THE GATHERING® – ASSASSIN’S CREED® PREVIEW EVENTS
- Debut and Previews Begin on WeeklyMTG: June 18
- Card Image Gallery and Previews Complete: June 21
- Global Tabletop Launch: July 5
The “Magic: The Gathering – Assassin’s Creed” collaboration represents a significant crossover between two major franchises, blending the historical and fantasy elements of Assassin’s Creed with the strategic gameplay of Magic: The Gathering (MTG). This collaboration introduces a new set within the MTG universe, incorporating characters, lore, and thematic elements from the Assassin’s Creed video games.
Release Details
Scheduled for release on July 5, the set has garnered attention for its innovative approach to integrating Assassin’s Creed’s rich narrative history with MTG’s gameplay mechanics. The collaboration features a variety of products, including Collector Boosters, Beyond Boosters, a Bundle, and a Starter Kit, aiming to appeal to both long-time fans and newcomers to either franchise.
Collector Boosters are designed to provide a premium opening experience, containing rares, foils, and exclusive special treatments. Beyond Boosters offer a curated set of cards, including a Borderless card and a foil in every pack, designed to enhance the thematic immersion of the Assassin’s Creed universe. The Bundle includes themed cards and accessories, while the Starter Kit is geared towards new players, containing two themed decks and a guide to the game.
Notably, the set is confirmed to be Modern-legal, featuring 80 new cards and 20 reprints, but it will not be draftable or available on MTG Arena.
Predictions and Speculations
Given the depth of the Assassin’s Creed universe, there is much speculation about the characters and mechanics that may be featured. It is anticipated that iconic characters from the series, such as Altaïr Ibn-La’Ahad and Ezio Auditore da Firenze, will be central to the set, potentially as legendary creatures or with unique abilities reflecting their skills and stories from the video games.
Mechanics speculation includes the potential for “Beyond Boosters” to offer a narrative-driven opening experience, possibly reflecting individual games or story arcs from the Assassin’s Creed series. This could introduce new gameplay elements or card interactions based on reconnaissance, stealth, and the historical settings of the Assassin’s Creed games.
Furthermore, the introduction of serialized Leonardo da Vinci cards, localized in Italian and available in Collector Boosters, suggests a focus on historical figures and their impact within the game’s universe. This opens the door for a wide range of thematic elements, from Renaissance artistry to the philosophical and political undercurrents that run through the Assassin’s Creed narrative.
Conclusion
The “Magic: The Gathering – Assassin’s Creed” collaboration looks to be an interesting fusion of two universes, offering fans a new way to engage with both franchises. As the release date approaches, anticipation continues to build over the exact details of the set and how it will capture the essence of Assassin’s Creed within the framework of MTG.