Magic: The
Gathering Set Spotlight: Wilds of Eldraine

Release Date: September 08, 2023

Introduction to Wilds of Eldraine

‘Wilds of Eldraine’ is a conceptual expansion set within the world of
Magic: The Gathering. While it is not an official release, it draws
inspiration from the world of Eldraine, known for its fairy tales,
knights, and magical creatures. In this set, players are immersed in a
fantastical world where fairy tales come to life and magic abounds.

A Journey into Enchanted Realms

Eldraine is a plane filled with whimsy, wonder, and adventure. ‘Wilds
of Eldraine’ transports players to a realm where knights embark on
quests, fairy tales shape reality, and the wilds are filled with both
beauty and peril.

Notable Mechanics and Themes

This conceptual set introduces several mechanics and themes inspired
by the enchanting world of Eldraine:

• Quests and Adventures: A central theme where
  players embark on quests, encounter characters from fairy tales, and
  face challenges along the way.
• Enchanted Artifacts: A mechanic representing the
  infusion of magic into everyday objects, turning them into enchanted
  artifacts.
• Royal Bloodlines: Legendary creatures and cards
  that embody the royal families of Eldraine and their unique
  abilities.

Notable Cards from Wilds of Eldraine

‘Wilds of Eldraine’ features cards with distinctive abilities and
connections to the theme of fairy tales, quests, and magic. Some of the
most notable include:

• Sir Cedric, Knight of the Enchanted Rose: A
  legendary creature card that embodies the chivalry and valor of a knight
  on a noble quest.
• Enchanted Spindle: An artifact card inspired by
  the classic fairy tale of Sleeping Beauty.
• Queen Seraphina, Ruler of the Fey: A legendary
  creature card that represents the enchanting and mystical aspects of the
  fey in Eldraine.

The Wilds of Eldraine Expansion Symbol

The expansion symbol for ‘Wilds of Eldraine’ features a depiction of
an open book with swirling magic emanating from its pages, symbolizing
the enchantment and storytelling at the heart of Eldraine.

Historical Significance

While ‘Wilds of Eldraine’ is not an official Magic set, it holds
historical significance as a creative exploration of the whimsical and
magical world of Eldraine. It captures the essence of storytelling and
adventure.

Community Creativity

As a conceptual set, ‘Wilds of Eldraine’ is a testament to the
imaginative and storytelling abilities of the Magic community. It
showcases the community’s love for rich, thematic worlds and the desire
to create new experiences within them.