What’s New
Wizards of The Coast has introduced the Preview Prologue for Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes. This set is slated for a June 2026 release, offering an unusually early glimpse compared to standard Magic release schedules.
The set integrates Marvel characters into the Magic: The Gathering world, featuring new mechanics and card types. Initial previews highlight both heroes and villains 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 innovative thematic mechanics
- Comic Art treatments for selected 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: A new ability on Quicksilver, providing a cost reduction when activated upon entry
- Artifactfall: Seen on Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, rewarding artifact entry with card draw
- Plans: A new enchantment subtype introduced with Doctor Doom, working similarly to Sagas or Quests with stepwise progression and rewards
Autographs & Relics
No autograph or memorabilia cards have been revealed in the Preview Prologue. The focus 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 approximately 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 reveals
- Legendary token (The Void) introduced with The Sentry
- No odds or print runs mentioned 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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