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Wizards Play Network 2026

is a celebratory Magic: The Gathering set centered on the plane of Valtherion, a sprawling nexus-city where rival mage guilds compete in a grand arcane festival that determines control of the world’s leylines for the next decade. The story follows planeswalkers and local champions navigating shifting alliances, public duels, and hidden conspiracies as ancient magic beneath the city begins to awaken. Mechanically, the set emphasizes multiplayer interaction and community-driven play, introducing the new keyword

Converge Council

, which grants stronger effects based on how many opponents you’ve targeted or affected that turn, and

Venue

, a new enchantment subtype representing magical arenas that change the rules of combat or spellcasting while they remain in play. Returning mechanics like Proliferate and Convoke reinforce themes of collaboration and escalating spectacle, making the set feel dynamic, political, and celebratory—capturing the spirit of competitive magic within both its lore and gameplay.