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''Foundations'' is a new type of expansion set designed to carry through multiple Standard [[rotation]]s. It contains mechanically unique card designs as well as reprints, functioning similarly to a [[Core set]]. Unlike other Standard-legal sets, cards in ''Foundations'' will remain legal in Standard until [[2029]].<ref>{{TwitterRef|wizards_magic|1806647486523834685|title=... the set will be Standard legal through at least 2029.|author=[[Wizards of the Coast]]|date=June 28, 2024}}</ref> It is a curated play experience custom-built for newcomers.<ref name="FDN First Look"/> Staple cards targeted at more advanced players can only be | ''Foundations'' is a new type of expansion set designed to carry through multiple Standard [[rotation]]s. It contains mechanically unique card designs as well as reprints, functioning similarly to a [[Core set]]. Unlike other Standard-legal sets, cards in ''Foundations'' will remain legal in Standard until [[2029]].<ref>{{TwitterRef|wizards_magic|1806647486523834685|title=... the set will be Standard legal through at least 2029.|author=[[Wizards of the Coast]]|date=June 28, 2024}}</ref> It is a curated play experience custom-built for newcomers.<ref name="FDN First Look"/> Staple cards targeted at more advanced players can only be found in the [[Collector Booster]]s.<ref name="MagicCon Amsterdam Panel"/> | ||
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| Symbol description | A five-point star-shaped portal |
| Design | Bryan Hawley (lead) |
| Release date | November 15, 2024 |
| Plane | Multiversal |
| Expansion code | FDN[1] |
Magic: The Gathering Foundations, or Foundations, is a Magic set designed to provide a common base for new and experienced players. It is a Standard-legal set and will be released on November 15, 2024.[2][3][4]
Set details
Foundations is a new type of expansion set designed to carry through multiple Standard rotations. It contains mechanically unique card designs as well as reprints, functioning similarly to a Core set. Unlike other Standard-legal sets, cards in Foundations will remain legal in Standard until 2029.[5] It is a curated play experience custom-built for newcomers.[4] Staple cards targeted at more advanced players can only be found in the Collector Boosters.[6]
Storyline
The set features characters and locations from many different planes, and in different points in time.
Marketing
Foundations is available in Play Boosters, Collector Boosters, a Beginner Box and a Starter Collection.[7][4][6]
Events
TBA.
Promos
TBA.
Tokens, emblems and markers
Foundations has TBA tokens and emblems.
Themes and mechanics
TBA.
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| Ten uncommon dual-colored cards, each a signpost for one of the draft archetypes. These are enablers, which support the playstyle of the archetype.[8] | ||||||||||
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| Ten uncommon dual-colored cards, each a signpost for one of the draft archetypes. These are payoffs, which reward the playstyle of the archetype.[8] | ||||||||||
Reprinted cards
TBA
References
- ↑ Wizards of the Coast (June 28, 2024). "The original mana Elf is back! #MTGFoundations". Twitter.
- ↑ Wizards of the Coast (June 28, 2024). "Foundations releases November 15th, and will be the new Foundation for Magic players.". Twitter.
- ↑ Announcing Magic: The Gathering Foundations. magicthegathering.com. Wizards of the Coast (June 28, 2024).
- ↑ a b c Charlie Hall (June 28, 2024). "First look: Magic: The Gathering Foundations, the new set for beginners". IGN.com.
- ↑ Wizards of the Coast (June 28, 2024). "... the set will be Standard legal through at least 2029.". Twitter.
- ↑ a b The Preview Panel - MagicCon: Amsterdam (Video). Magic: The Gathering. YouTube (June 28, 2024).
- ↑ Wizards of the Coast (June 28, 2024). "Foundations has the expected Play and Collector Boosters but we've now added The Beginner Box and Starter Kits...". Twitter.
- ↑ a b Mark Rosewater (March 4, 2024). "Nuts & Bolts #16: Play Boosters". magicthegathering.com. Wizards of the Coast.