What to Expect From The Upcoming Set

Magic: The Gathering

Aetherdrift

 

Magic: The Gathering's upcoming set, Aetherdrift, is set to launch on February 14, 2025, introducing players to a thrilling cross-planar race known as the Ghirapur Grand Prix. This event brings together ten diverse teams from various planes, each vying for supremacy in a high-speed competition that spans the multiverse.

 

The Teams:

1. Guidelight Voyagers: An artifact-centric team hailing from Avishkar (formerly Kaladesh), known for their innovative vehicles and mastery of aether-based technology.

    

2. Speed Demons: Led by Winter, this team draws inspiration from 1980s aesthetics, blending retro flair with high-octane performance.

    

3. Endriders: Originating from a Mad Max-esque plane, they embody a post-apocalyptic racing style, emphasizing rugged endurance and survival.

    

4. Goblin Rocketeers: A team of ingenious goblins known for their unpredictable yet effective rocket-powered contraptions.

    

5. Alacrian Quickbeasts: Resembling Power Rangers, this team features synchronized pilots commanding mechanical beasts with precision.

    

6. Champions of Amonkhet: Charioteers from the desert plane of Amonkhet, combining traditional racing methods with divine blessings.

    

7. Speedbrood: Devout, insectile racers who harness their swarm mentality to outmaneuver opponents.

    

8. Aether Rangers: The hometown favorites from Avishkar, adept at navigating aether-rich environments with their advanced vehicles.

9. Chordatan Keelhaulers: Interplanar pirates who bring a nautical twist to the race, utilizing seafaring vessels adapted for high-speed travel.

10. Cloudspire Racing Team: The reigning champions, co-led by the iconic planeswalker Chandra, known for their fiery tactics and swift maneuvers.

New Mechanics:

• Start Your Engines!: This mechanic introduces a subgame where players participate in a race within the main game. By dealing damage to opponents, players advance their "speed," unlocking enhanced abilities on their cards as they progress.

• Exhaust: A mechanic that allows players to temporarily tap creatures or vehicles for significant boosts, reflecting the high-risk, high-reward nature of pushing machinery to its limits.

Notable Cards:

• The Aetherspark: A powerful artifact that enables players to draw additional cards, fueling their strategies and keeping their hands stocked.

• Loot the Pathfinder: A versatile three-color creature offering flexibility in deck-building and gameplay, capable of adapting to various in-game scenarios.

Product Availability:

Aetherdrift will be available in various formats, including draft boosters, set boosters, and collector boosters. Players can also look forward to preconstructed Commander decks that showcase the new mechanics and themes introduced in this set.

With its innovative mechanics, diverse teams, and engaging storyline, Aetherdrift promises to deliver an exhilarating experience for both new and veteran Magic: The Gathering players. Mark your calendars for February 14, 2025, and prepare to join the race across the multiverse!

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