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5 Essential Things You Need To Know About The Next Magic: The Gathering Set (Lorwyn Eclipsed) And The Full 2026 Schedule

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The Magic: The Gathering 2026 release calendar is officially underway, and the next major Standard-legal set is a highly anticipated return to a beloved, duality-filled plane. As of December 19, 2025, the spotlight is firmly on Lorwyn Eclipsed, which is set to release on January 23, 2026. This set is not just a simple return; it promises to delve deeper into the lore of the Great Aurora, exploring both the sun-drenched pastoral setting of Lorwyn and its dark, twisted counterpart, Shadowmoor. The spoiler season is in full swing, revealing a wealth of information about new mechanics, product offerings, and the ambitious lineup that will define the rest of the year, including major Universes Beyond crossovers. The 2026 schedule is packed with both core Magic Multiverse sets and exciting partnerships, ensuring there is something for every player, from Standard competitors to Commander enthusiasts. From the tribal synergy of the Kithkin and Boggarts to the epic scale of the Marvel Super Heroes set, the coming months are poised to deliver a massive influx of new cards and fresh competitive formats.

The Immediate Next Set: Lorwyn Eclipsed (January 23, 2026)

The first major release of the year, Lorwyn Eclipsed (Set Code: ECL), marks a dramatic return to the plane first visited in 2007. This set is a direct sequel to the original *Lorwyn* and *Shadowmoor* blocks, focusing on the cyclical transformation caused by the Great Aurora. The plane shifts between its perpetual day state (Lorwyn) and its perpetual night state (Shadowmoor), altering the inhabitants and the very landscape.

Key Themes and Confirmed Tribes

The set is confirmed to feature the plane’s signature tribal races, which often change their nature depending on the plane's state. Players can expect to see powerful new cards for some of the most unique creature types in Magic: The Gathering lore.
  • Kithkin: The small, communal people of Lorwyn, known for their white-aligned strategies.
  • Boggarts (Goblins): The black-aligned, mischievous, and often volatile denizens of the plane.
  • Merrow (Merfolk): The blue-aligned, secretive, and often manipulative aquatic race.
  • Elves: The green/black aligned, aristocratic, and often cruel rulers of the forests.
  • Faeries: The blue/black aligned, trickster race, embodying the dark side of the plane's magic.
  • Elementals: A core creature type, often featuring the Evoke mechanic, which was a staple of the original block. Spoilers have already confirmed new Evoke Elementals.

Lorwyn Eclipsed Product Lineup and Price Changes

Wizards of the Coast has confirmed a comprehensive product lineup for Lorwyn Eclipsed, catering to all segments of the player base. This set is one of the first to implement the newly standardized product line, though with some notable price adjustments.
  • Play Boosters: The new standard booster pack, replacing both Draft and Set Boosters, designed for both drafting and opening.
  • Collector Boosters: Premium boosters featuring foil cards, extended art, and special Booster Fun treatments. It’s important to note that the MSRP for Collector Boosters has seen a confirmed price increase compared to previous sets.
  • Commander Decks: A series of preconstructed decks tailored for the popular Commander format. These also have an increased MSRP.
  • Bundle: The traditional product offering containing Play Boosters, a storage box, and a unique spindown life counter.
  • Prerelease Pack: Used for the Prerelease Weekend (January 16-18, 2026) and contains boosters and a foil-stamped rare or mythic rare.
  • 60-Card Theme Decks: A return to a simpler, ready-to-play format focusing on specific tribal themes.
  • Draft Night: A new product designed to facilitate a small, casual draft experience.

The Explosive Universes Beyond 2026 Schedule

Beyond the core Magic Multiverse, 2026 is shaping up to be a monumental year for the Universes Beyond product line, which brings external IPs into the world of MTG. Two massive crossovers are confirmed to follow *Lorwyn Eclipsed*.

Universes Beyond: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT) – March 6, 2026

The widely rumored Nickelodeon IP crossover has been officially confirmed: the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are coming to the battlefield. Revealed at New York Comic Con (NYCC), this set will introduce Leonardo, Donatello, Michelangelo, and Raphael as legendary creatures, alongside allies like Master Splinter and villains like Shredder. This release is expected to be a smaller, premium offering, similar to previous Secret Lair drops, but with a confirmed Bundle product, suggesting a slightly larger scope than a traditional Secret Lair. The set will tap into the nostalgia of the iconic franchise, bringing the mutagenic mayhem to Magic players.

Secrets of Strixhaven (SOS) – April 2026

The second major Standard-legal set of the year is a return to the plane of Arcavios and its magical university, Strixhaven. Unlike the first visit, which focused on the five colleges—Quandrix, Silverquill, Witherbloom, Lorehold, and Prismari—this set is titled Secrets of Strixhaven, hinting at a darker, more investigative tone. The theme is centered on uncovering mysteries that lie beyond the university’s hallowed halls and protection, venturing off-campus where the stakes are even higher. Early concept art and spoilers suggest the involvement of major Planeswalkers like Chandra and Garruk, potentially fighting a dark version of the plane's magic, possibly tied to the Elder Dragons who founded the colleges.

Looking Ahead: The Marvel Super Heroes Crossover

The second half of 2026 will kick off with one of the most significant Universes Beyond sets yet: Magic: The Gathering | Marvel Super Heroes, scheduled for June 2026. This will be a full-scale, draftable set, comparable in size to the *Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth* release. This ambitious crossover will bring the vast array of Marvel characters, from the Avengers to the X-Men, into the Magic card frame. The sheer number of potential entities and creative design space for super-powers and iconic artifacts makes this one of the most anticipated releases in the history of the game. Expect this set to feature its own unique mechanics and a full suite of products, including Play Boosters, Collector Boosters, and Commander Decks.

Summary of Confirmed and Anticipated 2026 MTG Entities

The 2026 release schedule is rich with lore, characters, and product types that will shape the competitive and casual landscape of Magic: The Gathering. This list provides a snapshot of the key entities and concepts dominating the conversation:
  • Planes: Lorwyn, Shadowmoor, Arcavios, Strixhaven.
  • Tribes/Races: Kithkin, Boggarts, Merrow, Elves, Faeries, Elementals.
  • Lore/Events: The Great Aurora, Reality Fracture, Elder Dragons, Multiverse.
  • Product Types: Play Boosters, Collector Boosters, Commander Decks, Bundle, Prerelease Pack, 60-Card Theme Decks, Draft Night.
  • Universes Beyond IPs: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT), Marvel Super Heroes.
  • Characters/Entities: Leonardo, Donatello, Michelangelo, Raphael, Master Splinter, Shredder, Chandra, Garruk, Quandrix, Silverquill, Witherbloom, Lorehold, Prismari.
With Lorwyn Eclipsed just around the corner and the TMNT and Strixhaven sets following closely, players have a thrilling few months ahead. Be sure to check back for the latest spoilers and card previews as the Magic community counts down to the next major release.
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