What’s New
Wizards of The Coast has unveiled the Preview Prologue for the Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes set. Scheduled for release in June 2026, this preview arrives earlier than usual for Magic releases.
This exciting set integrates Marvel characters into the Magic: The Gathering world, bringing fresh mechanics and card types. Early glimpses reveal both heroes and villains, each with distinct gameplay elements and thematic designs.
Configuration at a Glance
- Release Date: June 2026
- Brand: Magic: The Gathering
- Theme: Marvel Super Heroes crossover
- Previewed Content: Main set cards and mechanics
- Special Features: Introduction of new mechanics (Shield counters, Power-Up, Artifactfall, Plans)
- Comic Art card treatments emphasized
Key Inserts & Parallels
- Main set includes Marvel characters with new thematic mechanics
- Comic Art treatments available for select cards
- Legendary tokens introduced (e.g., The Void)
Mechanics Previewed
- Shield counters: Featured on Captain America, offering protection and synergy with other cards
- Power-Up: New ability on Quicksilver, providing a cost reduction if activated upon entry
- Artifactfall: Highlighted on Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, rewarding artifact entry with card draw
- Plans: 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 emphasis is on new mechanics, legendary creatures, and thematic enchantments.
Notable Subsets and Themes
- Heroes: Mono-White Captain America, The Sentry
- Villains: Doctor Doom with Plans subtype
- Mechanics-driven cards: Quicksilver (tempo), Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur (card draw, artifact synergy)
Collector Notes
- Preview Prologue released about six months before the set launch
- Comic Art treatments highlighted for select cards
- New mechanics and card types (Shield counters, Power-Up, Artifactfall, Plans) emphasized in initial previews
- Legendary token (The Void) introduced with The Sentry
- No odds or print runs were provided in the announcement
- No information on autographs, memorabilia, or case hits in the Preview Prologue
- Early preview designed to generate interest and assist with deck planning before preorders
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