Rev your engines, Planeswalkers! The Multiverse is abuzz with anticipation as Magic: The Gathering introduces its latest set, Aetherdrift, launching on February 14, 2025. This high-octane expansion brings together ten unique racing teams from across various planes, all vying for supremacy in the inaugural Ghirapur Grand Prix. From the innovative streets of Avishkar to the resilient sands of Amonkhet and the untamed wilds of Muraganda, the race traverses diverse terrains, each presenting its own set of challenges and lore.

Prerelease Events:

Experience Aetherdrift before its official release by participating in our prerelease events(click here for a new players guide to prerelease events). Build your deck with the new cards and compete for exclusive prizes.

• Friday, February 7, 2025, at 6:30 PM: Kick off the weekend with our first prerelease event.

• Saturday, February 8, 2025:

  • 10:00 AM: Start your day with an early morning prerelease session.

  • 3:00 PM (Two-Headed Giant): Team up with a friend for the Two-Headed Giant format, where cooperation and strategy are key.

• Sunday, February 9, 2025:

  • 10:00 AM: Join us for a mid-morning prerelease event.

  • 3:00 PM (Two-Headed Giant): Conclude the weekend with another exciting Two-Headed Giant session.

Each event is priced at $35 per participant in advance, $40 the day of the event. Spaces are limited, so be sure to secure your spot early.

Event Details:

• Location: D20 Game Store, 1502 Park Street, Alameda, California 94501

• Contact: For any inquiries, please reach out to us at (510) 522-2109 or via email at info@d20alameda.com.

Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the high-speed world of Aetherdrift. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to Magic: The Gathering, our events offer a welcoming environment to explore the latest set and connect with fellow enthusiasts.

Prepare your decks, gather your team, and get ready to drift through the Aether. The Grand Prix awaits, and glory is within your grasp!

More about the set:

Meet the Racing Teams of Aetherdrift:

• Guidelight Voyagers – A team of robotic racers seeking a path back to their lost home plane, guided by mysterious celestial signals. (White-Blue ⬜🔵)

• Speed Demons – A leather-clad gang from Duskmourne, led by Winter, who race in honor of their dark patron, the moth demon Valgavoth. (Black-Red ⚫🔴)

• Endriders – Desert-dwelling speedsters from a post-apocalyptic wasteland, using raw mechanical ingenuity to push their salvaged rides to the limit. (Red-White 🔴⬜)

• Goblin Rocketeers – Chaos-fueled goblins who worship the BOOSTGOD, using reckless (and often explosive) technology to gain an edge on the track. (Red-Green 🔴🟢)

• Alacrian Quickbeasts – A team of highly trained riders from Alacria, each bonded with exotic creatures that serve as their living race vehicles. (Green-White 🟢⬜)

• Champions of Amonkhet – Honoring their god-pharaohs, these chariot-riding warriors bring ancient traditions and divine endurance to the race. (White-Black ⬜⚫)

• Speedbrood – A nightmarish swarm of insectoid racers who have evolved into their own vehicles, using sheer biological efficiency to overtake the competition. (Black-Green ⚫🟢)

• Aether Rangers – The hometown heroes of Avishkar, piloting sleek, high-tech hovercrafts with unmatched precision and speed. (Blue-Red 🔵🔴)

• Chordatan Keelhaulers – A crew of interplanar pirates, sharkfolk, and other aquatic rogues who navigate both the seas and the raceways with equal cunning. (Blue-Black 🔵⚫)

• Cloudspire Racing Team – The reigning champions of the Aetherdrift circuit, combining raw elemental power and elite skill. Co-led by planeswalker Chandra. (Blue-Green 🔵🟢)

New Mechanics to Ignite Your Gameplay:

Aetherdrift introduces thrilling mechanics that capture the essence of high-speed racing:

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  Speed and Start Your Engines!: A new trait and keyword ability that simulate the acceleration of a race. Players can increase their speed by dealing damage to opponents, unlocking powerful effects as they reach higher speeds

• Exhaust: An ability that allows players to tap a permanent for a significant one-time effect, representing pushing their resources to the limit.

• Crew and Saddle: Returning mechanics that emphasize the importance of vehicles and mounts in the race. "Crew" allows creatures to pilot vehicles, while "Saddle" enables creatures to ride other creatures, adding strategic depth to gameplay.

• Cycling: A returning mechanic that allows players to discard cards to draw new ones, ensuring flexibility and adaptability during the race.

These mechanics not only enhance the thematic experience of Aetherdrift but also offer fresh strategic avenues for players to explore.