What’s New
Wizards of The Coast has launched the Preview Prologue for the Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes set. This collection is slated for a June 2026 release, offering an unusually early glimpse compared to standard Magic previews.
This collection integrates Marvel's iconic characters into the Magic: The Gathering realm, introducing fresh mechanics and card types. Initial previews highlight both champions and adversaries, with distinct gameplay elements and thematic artistry.
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 spotlighted
Key Inserts & Parallels
- The main set includes Marvel characters with innovative thematic mechanics
- Comic Art treatments available for select cards
- Legendary tokens such as The Void introduced
Mechanics Previewed
- Shield counters: Featured on Captain America, offering protection and synergy with other cards
- Power-Up: A new ability on Quicksilver, allowing cost reduction when activated upon entry
- Artifactfall: Present on Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, granting card draw when artifacts enter play
- Plans: A new enchantment subtype introduced with Doctor Doom, functioning similarly to Sagas or Quests with stepwise progression and rewards
Autographs & Relics
The Preview Prologue does not announce any autograph or memorabilia cards. The emphasis remains on novel 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
- The Preview Prologue is 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) featured in early reveals
- Legendary token (The Void) introduced alongside The Sentry
- No odds or print runs provided in the announcement
- No information on autographs, memorabilia, or case hits in the Preview Prologue
- The early preview aims to generate interest and facilitate deck planning ahead of preorders
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