Magic: The Gathering Returns to Tarkir with Dragonstorm Set
Recent years in Magic: The Gathering have been marked by numerous crossovers, including collaborations with franchises like Fallout and Middle-earth. Additionally, sets exploring unique concepts, such as the endearing creatures of Bloomburrow and the high-speed competition of Aetherdrift, have been released. The commercial success of these sets suggests their popularity among players who actively purchase cards. However, online discussions on platforms like Reddit and YouTube often present a contrasting viewpoint, with some players expressing a desire for a focus on Magic’s traditional lore.
Tarkir: Dragonstorm Set Focuses on Classic Fantasy
These calls for a return to classic fantasy are answered with Tarkir: Dragonstorm. This upcoming set centers on dragons, arguably the quintessential fantasy creature. It revisits the plane of Tarkir, a setting initially introduced in the 2014 set, Khans of Tarkir. Tarkir is a world defined by conflict between five khanates, each inspired by distinct East and Central Asian cultures, and formidable Dragon Lords. A continuous magical storm, known as the dragonstorm, perpetually generates more dragons. This setting embodies a familiar fantasy archetype, ripe with storytelling potential.
Hints of this return to Tarkir have appeared in recent Magic: The Gathering sets. A peculiar dragonhawk was seen in Bloomburrow, while dragons materializing from mysterious storms disrupted the Ghirapur Grand Prix in Aetherdrift. These subtle foreshadowing elements within card art demonstrate how Magic’s storytelling can subtly weave narratives across different releases, rewarding observant players.
The Lore Behind Dragonstorm
The narrative of Tarkir: Dragonstorm stems from a pivotal event in Tarkir’s history. The five khanates united to perform a powerful ritual aimed at overthrowing the oppressive Dragon Lords. They achieved this by harnessing the dragonstorm, summoning spectral dragons. On Tarkir, where dragons are central to its identity, the solution to every major challenge seemingly involves these creatures.
Elspeth’s Return and Set Launch Details
While the ritual successfully removed the Dragon Lords from power, it had unforeseen consequences. The dragonstorm intensified, now unleashing wyrms across Tarkir and potentially beyond. Beloved Magic heroes, such as the archangel Elspeth, are drawn to Tarkir to investigate these events, setting the stage for the Dragonstorm storyline. Notably, Elspeth, originating from the 1920s-themed Capenna, maintains her distinctive pinstripe trousers beneath her angelic armor, adding a touch of her unique background to her appearance.
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The reception of this lore-focused set will be compared to upcoming releases, such as the Final Fantasy set slated for June. With Wizards of the Coast reporting over 50 million Magic: The Gathering players worldwide, there is likely a substantial audience for diverse set types—including crossover sets, thematic sets, and traditional fantasy sets like Tarkir: Dragonstorm.
Release Dates for Tarkir: Dragonstorm
Players can experience Tarkir: Dragonstorm soon. The digital release on Magic: The Gathering Arena is scheduled for April 8, followed by the physical card release in stores on April 11. Pre-release events will take place from April 4–10, offering an early opportunity to engage with the new set.