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You know that feeling when something unexpected just knocks your socks off? That was the vibe at the PAX East show where folks couldn’t stop hollering. I mean, seriously, Wizards of the Coast might just have hit the nail on the head — or maybe they didn’t, but let’s go with the first thought here. Their brand-new mash-up of Magic: The Gathering and Final Fantasy had everyone buzzing. During this two-hour spectacle — no joke, it felt like half an hour — they tore open those new packs, and there was everything: Chocobos, cards as lush as a green smoothie, and all tied to those iconic Final Fantasy realms.
Oh, right. They already talked about these cards in February, didn’t they? But this time around, the PAX East walkthrough showed what these cards are all about. Not just about looking at them — though they’re quite the visual treat if you ask me — but actually getting into the gameplay.
And then there’s this big announcement that hit like a bolt from the blue! Yoshitaka Amano, the genius behind those beloved series illustrations, is back with his magic touch. He’s crafted a fresh take on Kefka and probably tons more (honestly, his artwork just steals the show).
This whole Magic: The Gathering and Final Fantasy combo is just the latest rabbit Wizards is pulling out of the hat. They’ve done it with Lord of the Rings, Marvel, and even Spongebob before. And guess what? It’s not slowing down one bit, even if the world’s in a bit of a spin. Hasbro’s head honcho, Chris Cocks, says this is already their best-selling set. Like, ever. And we’re not even at the big release!
Here’s the kicker — or wait, where was I? Oh yeah, it drops on June 13. If you’re itching to get your hands on this — which, I mean, why wouldn’t you? — you might want to grab those pre-orders. Day one packs, anyone?
