The Gathering Lifts the Lid on Its Epic Final Fantasy Crossover

Magic: The Gathering has certainly become known for its crossovers—a way to excite new fans while re-energizing existing ones, part of a popularity-assuring strategy that also includes an in-the-works Magic movie. With Lord of the Rings and Marvel collaborations hitting shelves in recent months (to name just a few; that Doctor Who one wasn’t that long ago, either!), Magic‘s latest is tapping into a fan base just as rabid as the rest: Final Fantasy.

After a small tease last fall, we’re finally getting the full reveal of what to expect from Magic: The Gathering — Final Fantasy when it arrives June 13.

Here’s a video shared today by Wizards of the Coast trumpeting the drop:

A Wizards of the Coast press release underlined that the set “features the largest collection of Final Fantasy artwork ever in a single game, drawing from across the franchise. Magic artists have brought moments from Final Fantasy to life in their own unique style while classic Final Fantasy art pieces make appearances on these epic cards. Fans will see their favorite stories, characters and moments from Final Fantasy depicted across Magic cards, with these icons of the series captured on over 100 legendary creature cards across the entire release.”

And if you’re wondering if there are special features included with the release, well… of course there are. According to Wizards, fans can look forward to “Saga Creatures”—players will be able to “call the summons for aid in battle,” as well as double-faced cards, spotlighting “iconic Final Fantasy characters, minigames, story moments, and more.” Wizards also teases “more to come,” including Secret Lair drops as well as a special holiday release.

Magic: The Gathering — Final Fantasy arrives June 13, and is now available for pre-order in stores and online. Here’s a few more looks at just some of the cards that are part of the new crossover.

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