Final Fantasy Commander Decks Full of Fun, Surprising References

Wizards of the Coast has been steadily unveiling the exciting details of their upcoming Magic: The Gathering collaboration with Final Fantasy, set to launch this summer. Over the weekend, they showcased a substantial array of cards from both the main set and the specially themed Commander decks, delighting fans with nostalgic and innovative nods to their favorite Final Fantasy games.

The Universes Beyond collaboration with Final Fantasy encompasses both a traditional Commander format and a booster-driven series, resulting in a vast collection of cards to explore. The main set spans the entire mainline series, from Final Fantasy 1 to Final Fantasy 16, while the Commander Decks focus on four specific titles: Final Fantasy 6, 7, 10, and 14. These decks are led by the iconic Commanders Terra, Cloud, Tidus, and Y'shtola, respectively.

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1$709.99 at Walmart$455.88 at AmazonDuring the Magic: The Gathering panel at PAX East last Saturday, cards were revealed that beautifully captured the journeys of beloved characters across various Final Fantasy games. For instance, Final Fantasy IV's Cecil features a mechanic that reflects his transformation from a Dark Knight to a Paladin. The summons from Final Fantasy are portrayed as "Saga Creatures," blending the essence of both Magic and Final Fantasy mechanics to create powerful but fleeting forces on the battlefield.

Notably, cards like Sephiroth, Fabled SOLDIER, showcase stunning artwork by Square's Tetsuya Nomura. The card's design evolves to represent Sephiroth's transformations throughout the Final Fantasy VII universe, culminating in his ultimate form as Sephiroth, One-Winged Angel.

[FIN] Sephiroth, Fabled SOLDIER // Sephiroth, One-Winged Angel (Debut Showcase)
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }No Final Fantasy set would be complete without the iconic Cids. Wizards of the Coast has included a Cid from each mainline Final Fantasy game, choosing to highlight the older Cid from Final Fantasy XV over his daughter, Cindy.

[FIN] Cid, Timeless Artificer (Debut Stream)
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }Following the panel, Wizards released the decklists for the four Commander decks, and fans have been eagerly dissecting the art and cards to see how these specific Final Fantasy games were translated into the Magic universe. The reception has been overwhelmingly positive.

Reprints of existing Magic cards have been cleverly integrated with Final Fantasy lore. For example, Skullclamp features art inspired by the Jenova project from Final Fantasy VII.

[FIC] Skullclamp, feat JENOVA
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }Together, Forever taps into the emotional depth of Final Fantasy X, resonating with fans through its poignant depiction of the protagonists' journey. Be aware that some cards might contain story spoilers for the respective games.

On a lighter note, the iconic and often-memed moment from Final Fantasy X, featuring Tidus' "Inspiring Call," also made it into the set.

[FIC] Inspiring Call
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }Wizards of the Coast has cleverly incorporated Final Fantasy's humorous moments into the cards as well. Clever Concealment draws on the Wall Market scene from Final Fantasy VII, featuring Cloud, Aerith, and Tifa in dresses, complete with a fitting mechanic. The Secret Rendezvous card offers four different versions of the Golden Saucer date scene from Final Fantasy VII, with each potential date: Aerith, Tifa, Yuffie, and Barret.

[FIC] Four versions of Secret Rendezvous
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }Fans have been delighted to discover the intricate details paying homage to the source material. The Final Fantasy XIV set, in particular, is rich with references to the beloved MMORPG. The Hildibrand Manderville card, for example, captures the gentleman's quirky habit of disappearing and reappearing, resulting in a unique White/Black card.

One user on the FFXIV subreddit pointed out that the Archaeomancer's Map card references a real location from a Gaganaskin Treasure Map in the game.

Final Fantasy XIV players have embraced the cards, with playful references like the "This is Thancred" meme and a user's creative addition of alternative flavor text to the Rite of Replication card, commemorating a memorable speech from A Realm Reborn.

Honestly, I feel like this was too much flavor text for the MTG collab card...
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }The Tome of Legends card even depicts a Wondrous Tails book, complete with in-game details and the familiar challenge of missed four-in-a-row connections.

Khloe Made It To MTG (Spoilers: Heavensward)
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }The meticulous attention to detail in these cards has sparked widespread interest in the full set. While the Commander decks have received significant attention, other reveals like Commune With Beavers have piqued curiosity about how other Final Fantasy games will be adapted into the Magic set.

The Magic: The Gathering Final Fantasy set is slated for release on June 13, 2025, with a pre-release weekend one week prior.