What’s New
Wizards of The Coast has unveiled the Preview Prologue for Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes. This set is slated for a June 2026 release, offering an unusually early preview window in contrast to typical Magic releases.
The set integrates Marvel characters into the Magic: The Gathering universe, showcasing new mechanics and card types. Early previews highlight both heroes and villains with distinct gameplay features 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 featured
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: Appear on Captain America, providing protection and synergy with other cards
- Power-Up: New ability on Quicksilver, offering a cost reduction if activated upon entry
- Artifactfall: Featured on Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, rewarding artifact entry with card draw
- Plans: A new enchantment subtype introduced with Doctor Doom, functioning similarly to Sagas or Quests with stepwise progression and payoffs
Autographs & Relics
No autograph or memorabilia cards have been announced in the Preview Prologue. The emphasis remains 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 roughly six months prior to the set launch
- Comic Art treatments highlighted for select cards
- New mechanics and card types (Shield counters, Power-Up, Artifactfall, Plans) spotlighted in initial previews
- Legendary token (The Void) introduced with The Sentry
- No odds or print runs disclosed in the announcement
- No details on autographs, memorabilia, or case hits in the Preview Prologue
- Early preview designed to generate interest and facilitate deck planning before preorders
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