Sonic the Hedgehog zooms into Magic: The Gathering with a new Secret Lair drop. Get ready for iconic characters, spells, and artifacts reimagined with Sonic speed!
Sonic the Hedgehog is dashing into the world of Magic: The Gathering, and it's happening at, well, Sonic speeds! The new Secret Lair drop brings the blue blur and his pals to the MTG universe, and it's a crossover that's sure to get fans excited.
Sonic Superdrop: A Breakdown
Wizards of the Coast and SEGA have teamed up to create three distinct Secret Lair drops inspired by the Sonic universe. Each drop brings a unique flavor of the Sonic franchise to Magic: The Gathering cards. Let's break it down:
Friends & Foes: New Characters Enter the Fray
This drop features seven new designs featuring iconic Sonic characters. The new card designs feature original art, including work from fan-favorite Sonic artists making their Magic: The Gathering debut. Expect to see cards like Sonic the Hedgehog, Knuckles the Echidna, Amy Rose, Dr. Eggman, Miles ‘Tails’ Prower, Shadow the Hedgehog, and Super State.
Chasing Adventure: Spells Get a Sonic Spin
Chasing Adventure reimagines seven Magic cards with a Sonic-themed makeover. This drop includes a new Sol Ring and a Treasure token, along with other spells like Generous Gift, Open the Armory, Fabricate, Deadly Dispute, and Unexpected Windfall. Get ready to cast spells with a dash of Sonic flair!
Turbo Gear: Artifacts Get a Boost
Turbo Gear features iconic items from the Magic universe reimagined as items from the Sonic universe. According to Wizards of the Coast, the Turbo Gear drop pairs well with the Friends & Foes drop. Imagine Knuckles the Echidna equipped with “Knuckle’s Gloves” (Reaver Cleaver). Other items include Swiftfoot Boots as “Air Shoes,” Myr Battlesphere as “Egg Hammer,” Hammer of Nazahn as “Piko Piko Hammer,” Lightning Greaves as “Power Sneakers,” Weatherlight as “Tornado, Sonic’s Biplane,” and a Myr token as “Egg Pawn.”
Availability and Pricing
The Secret Lair and Sonic the Hedgehog card drops launch on July 14th, and will be available for a limited time. The regular packs for Friends & Foes are priced at $39.99, with foil versions at $49.99. The other Secret Lair packs are $29.99 for standard and $39.99 for foil editions. You can snag these drops at MagicSecretLair.com.
Final Thoughts
The Sonic the Hedgehog Secret Lair drop is a fantastic crossover that brings the speed and energy of the Sonic universe to Magic: The Gathering. The creative reimagining of characters, spells, and artifacts is sure to delight fans of both franchises. Whether you're a seasoned MTG player or a long-time Sonic fan, this drop offers a unique and exciting way to experience both worlds. Gotta go fast and grab these before they're gone!
