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{{TOCright}} ==April 2024== *'''2024-04-28''': {{flag|JPN}} [[Yoshihiko Ikawa]] wins [[Pro Tour Outlaws of Thunder Junction]] in Seattle, USA. *'''2024-04-25''': [[Ultimate Guard]] announces a licensing agreement for a line of ''[[Magic]]'' gaming accessories. *'''2024-04-24''': Six weeks before its release, multiple [[Spoiler#Modern Horizons 3|leaks]] reveal cards from ''[[Modern Horizons 3]]''. *'''2024-04-19''': Release of '''''[[Outlaws of Thunder Junction]]''''' and '''''[[The Big Score]]'''''. *'''2024-04-17''': After a tenure of only two years, [[Cynthia Williams]] resigns as President and CEO/COO of [[Wizards of the Coast]]. *'''2024-04-08''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Equinox Superdrop 2024]]'''''. ==March 2024== *'''2024-03-29''': Having questions on the integrity of the art on the card {{card|Trouble in Pairs}}, [[Wizards of the Coast]] suspends future work with [[Fay Dalton]]. *'''2024-03-29''': [[Mark Rosewater]] reveals that the [[Viashino]] [[creature type]] has been changed to [[Lizard]]. *'''2024-03-11''': In the quarterly '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Violent Outburst</c> is banned in [[Modern]], while <c>Ponder</c> is unrestricted in [[Vintage]]. *'''2024-03-08''': Contents of an ''[[Outlaws of Thunder Junction]]'' [[prerelease pack]] are [[leak]]ed on Reddit, revealing several new mechanics. *'''2024-03-08''': Release of [[Universes Beyond]]: '''''[[Fallout]]'''''. *'''2024-03-06''': All in-app purchases in the mobile game ''[[Magic SpellSlingers]]'' are turned off and the game's servers are to be shut off on June 4, 2024. In [[2020]], WotC's "Year of Digital Expansion", [[Chris Cocks]] had announced the game as something that would "reinvent the genre for the mobile-first generation." *'''2024-03-05''': Release of '''''[[Alchemy: Karlov Manor]]''''' on [[MTG Arena]]. ==February 2024== *'''2024-02-26''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Sheldon's Spellbook]]'''''. *'''2024-02-25''': {{flag|USA}} [[Seth Manfield]] wins [[Pro Tour Murders at Karlov Manor]], while {{flag|DNK}} [[Simon Nielsen]] scores his fourth consecutive [[Top Finish]]. *'''2024-02-23''': Release of '''''[[Ravnica: Clue Edition]]''''' and first availability of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Burning Revelations]]'''''. *'''2024-02-22''': [[Wizards of the Coast]] announces that it will halt Portuguese [[language]] products after ''[[Modern Horizons 3]]'' and Chinese (Simplified) language product with ''[[Bloomburrow]]''. *'''2024-02-21''': The ''[[Warhammer 40,000 Commander Decks]]'' become available in [[Magic Online]]. *'''2024-02-13''': Due to negative feedback on ''[[March of the Machine: The Aftermath]]'', the planned [[Epilogue Booster]] pack cards for ''[[Outlaws of Thunder Junction]]'' are incorporated in the regular [[Play Booster]]s. *'''2024-02-13''': [[Chris Cocks]] announces that [[Wizards of the Coast]] plans to release two ''[[Lord of the Rings]]'' sized [[Universes Beyond|UB]] crossover sets per year starting in [[2025]]. *'''2024-02-09''': Release of '''''[[Murders at Karlov Manor]]'''''. *'''2024-02-05''': Release of the ''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Winter Superdrop 2024]]''. ==January 2024== *'''2024-01-26''': Release of ''[[Murders at Karlov Manor: The Case of the Three Blade Knife]]'' by [[Beadle & Grimm's]]. *'''2024-01-24''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Commander Deck: Raining Cats & Dogs]]'''''. *'''2024-01-12''': Release of '''''[[Ravnica Remastered]]''''' for [[tabletop]]. ==December 2023== *'''2023-12-12''': Release of the complete original ''[[Khans of Tarkir]]'' set on [[MTG Arena]]. *'''2023-12-11''': [[Chris Cocks]] announces layoffs for 1,100 workers at [[Hasbro]], cuts which come in addition to the roughly 800 jobs eliminated earlier this year. Although [[Wizards of the Coast]] (a division of Hasbro) has had a very successful year, people like [[Paul Cheon]], [[David McDarby]] and [[Mike Mearls]] are also dismissed. *'''2023-12-11''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Doctor Who: Regeneration]]'''''. *'''2023-12-08''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair: Calling All Hydra Heads]]''''' through [[WPN]] stores. *'''2023-12-05''': Release of '''''[[Alchemy: Ixalan]]''''' on [[MTG Arena]]. *'''2023-12-04''': Introduction of [[Timeless]], a [[Designed-for-digital|digital]] [[Constructed]] [[format]] where all available cards on [[Magic: The Gathering Arena]] are playable. *'''2023-12-04''': In the latest '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Karn, the Great Creator</c> and <c>Geological Appraiser</c> are banned in [[Pioneer]], while <c>Smuggler's Copter</c> is unbanned in that format. <c>Fury</c> and <c>Up the Beanstalk</c> are banned in [[Modern]], and <c>Monastery Swiftspear</c> is banned in [[Pauper]]. ==November 2023== *'''2023-11-28''': Release of ''[[Magic: The Gathering: The Official Cookbook - Cuisines of the Multiverse]]''. *'''2023-11-20''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Secretversary 2023]]'''''. *'''2023-11-17''': Release of '''''[[The Lost Caverns of Ixalan]]''''' and the '''''[[Jurassic World Collection]]'''''. *'''2023-11-13''': The upcoming ''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Secretversary 2023|Secret Lair: Secretversary 2023]]'' features a [[Universes Beyond]] ''[[Wikipedia:Tomb Raider|Tomb Raider]]'' drop. *'''2023-11-03''': [[Wizards of the Coast]] announces that it will make the following terminology changes in upcoming sets: "Umbra armor" will replace "[[totem armor]]" as a keyword ability, "Kindred" will replace "[[Tribal]]" as a card type and "Snake" will replace "[[Naga]]" as a subtype. [[Rakshasa]] loses the [[Cat]] subtype. Some of the original terms are now considered [[culturally offensive]]. *'''2023-11-03''': '''''[[Lord of the Rings Holiday Release]]'''''. ==October 2023== *'''2023-10-23''': [[Wizards of the Coast]] announces [[Universes Beyond]]: ''[[Marvel]]''. This is a multi-year, multi-set deal, with the first [[tentpole set]] to be released in 2025. *'''2023-10-19''': First look at [[Universes Beyond]] ''[[Fallout]]'' which sees the return of [[Energy]], and introduces [[Radiation]], [[Junk]] and [[Bobblehead]]s. *'''2023-10-18''': Starting with ''[[Murders at Karlov Manor]]'', [[Draft Booster]]s and [[Set Booster]]s are combined into 14-card [[Play Booster]]s. *'''2023-10-13''': Release of [[Universes Beyond]]: '''''[[Doctor Who]]'''''. *'''2023-10-10''': Release of '''''[[Alchemy: Eldraine]]''''' on [[MTG Arena]]. *'''2023-10-08''': {{flag|JPN}} Shinya Saito wins [[2023–24 Pro Tour Season#Arena Championship 4|Arena Championship 4]]. *'''2023-10-06''': [[Wizards of the Coast]] ends its partnership with the [[Judge Academy]], without immediately presenting an alternative. *'''2023-10-02''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Spookydrop 2023]]'''''. ==September 2023== *'''2023-09-24''': as part of their effort to revitalize [[Standard]] play, [[Wizards of the Coast]] bring back [[Standard Showdown]], shift [[Store Championship]]s to Standard Constructed, introduce [[Standard Open]]s and will feature Standard as the Constructed format for [[Pro Tour Outlaws of Thunder Junction]]. *'''2023-09-24''': {{flag|DNK}} [[Simon Nielsen]] is [[Player of the Year]]. *'''2023-09-24''': {{flag|FRA}} [[Jean-Emmanuel Depraz]] wins the [[2023 World Championship]]. *'''2023-09-22''': Release of ''[[D&D Monstrous Compendium: Vol. 4: Eldraine Creatures]]''. *'''2023-09-22''': Exclusive [[Hasbro PulseCon]] release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Li’l’est Walkers]]'''''. *'''2023-09-18''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Ponies: The Galloping 2 - Extra Life 2023]]'''''. *'''2023-09-14''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Dan Frazier's Mox Box]]''''' as part of the [[Festival in a Box]] of [[MagicCon]] Las Vegas 2023. *'''2023-09-08''': Release of '''''[[Wilds of Eldraine]]''''' and '''''[[Starter Kit 2023]]'''''. *'''2023-09-07''': [[Sheldon Menery]], the "Godfather of [[Commander (format)|Commander]]", passes away after a long battle with cancer. ==August 2023== *'''2023-08-29''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Fall Superdrop 2023]]'''''. *'''2023-08-23''': Release of ''[[Magic Planeswalkers: Notorious]]'' ([[BOOM! comic]]). *'''2023-08-12''': [[Wizards of the Coast]] reinstates the [[Player of the Year]] award. *'''2023-08-10''': Release of [[Secret Lair Commander Deck: Angels: They're Just Like Us but Cooler and with Wings|'''''Secret Lair Commander Deck: Angels''' - They're Just Like Us but Cooler and with Wings]]''. *'''2023-08-07''': In the latest '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Preordain</c> is unbanned in [[Modern]] and <c>Mind's Desire</c> is unbanned in [[Legacy]]. *'''2023-08-04''': Release of '''''[[Commander Masters]]'''''. *'''2023-08-02''': [[Post Malone]] purchases [[The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth#The One Ring|The One Ring (serialized 001/001)]] for $2,000,000. This is now officially the most expensive ''[[Magic]]'' card of all-time. ==July 2023== *'''2022-07-30''': [[2022–23 Pro Tour Season#Pro Tour The Lord of the Rings|Pro Tour ''The Lord of the Rings'']] is won by {{flag|USA}} [[Jake Beardsley]]. *'''2022-07-28''': First look at ''[[Wilds of Eldraine]]'', featuring ''[[Enchanting Tales]]'' on a [[bonus sheet]]. [[Jumpstart Booster]]s are cancelled. *'''2022-07-20''': At [[Comic-Con]] Las Vegas, [[Gavin Verhey]] reveals several themes and mechanics of the upcoming ''[[Doctor Who]]'' set, including [[Time travel]], [[Paradox]] and [[Villainous choice]]. *'''2022-07-18''': <c>Fable of the Mirror-Breaker</c> is surprisingly '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned]]''' in [[Alchemy]], the format able to [[rebalanced card|rebalance]] cards. *'''2023-07-18''': Release of '''''[[Historic Anthology#7]]''''' and '''''[[Explorer Anthology#3]]''''' on [[MTG Arena]]. ==June 2023== *'''2023-06-30''': [[The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth#The One Ring|The One Ring (serialized 001/001)]] is revealed to have been found in Canada and is [[Grading condition|graded]] a 9. Its worth is considered to be $2.000,000. *'''2023-06-26''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Summer Superdrop 2023]]'''''. *'''2023-06-23''': Release of [[Universes Beyond]]: '''''[[The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth]]'''''. *'''2023-06-14''': Release of ''[[Magic Planeswalkers: Noble]]'' ([[BOOM! comic]]). *'''2023-06-13''': [[Wizards of the Coast]] announces the return of open competitive tournaments. The Las Vegas $100,000 [[Limited Open]] features a prize pool of $100,000, as well as (at least) eight invites to the first [[Pro Tour]] of [[2024]]. ==May 2023== *'''2023-05-29''': In the last '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|Banned/restricted list]]''' update before the move to a yearly schedule, <c>Fable of the Mirror-Breaker</c>, <c>Invoke Despair</c> and <c>Reckoner Bankbuster </c> are banned in [[Standard]]. *'''2023-05-28''': Benjamin Broadstone ({{flag|USA}}) wins [[2022–23 Pro Tour Season#Arena Championship 3|Arena Championship 3]]. *'''2023-05-23''': [[MTG Arena]] becomes available on [[Wikipedia:Steam (service)|Steam]]. *'''2023-05-16''': [[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|Banned/restricted list]] updates are moved to a yearly schedule, when the early Fall set comes out and [[rotation]] occurs. There will also be “extremely rare” mini-ban windows three weeks after a new set is released. *'''2023-05-12''': Release of '''''[[March of the Machine: The Aftermath]]'''''. *'''2023-05-08''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair: From Cute to Brute]]'''''. *'''2023-05-07''': [[World Championship|World Champion]] [[Nathan Steuer]] ({{flag|USA}}) wins [[2022–23 Pro Tour Season#Pro Tour March of the Machine|Pro Tour March of the Machine]]. This is his third consecutive [[Top Finish]]. *'''2023-05-07''': Starting with the current [[Standard]] environment, sets will rotate out every three years rather than every two years. This means that there will be no [[rotation]] this year. In contrast, the [[Alchemy]] format will continue following a two-year rotation. *'''2023-05-02''': In the story of [[the Aftermath]] of [[New Phyrexia's Invasion of the Multiverse]], many [[planeswalker]]s have lost their [[Planeswalker's spark|spark]] and [[omenpath]]s have become the main way to travel between planes. ==April 2023== *'''2023-04-24''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Spring Superdrop 2023]]'''''. *'''2023-04-22''': [[Wizards of the Coast]] sends [[Wikipedia:Pinkerton (detective agency)|the Pinkertons]] to confiscate the [[Spoiler#March of the Machine: The Aftermath|leaked]] Booster boxes of ''[[March of the Machine: The Aftermath|The Aftermath]]''. The YouTuber is forced to delete his videos. *'''2023-04-21''': Release of '''''[[March of the Machine]]'''''. *'''2023-04-20''': All the cards of the [[micro set]] ''[[March of the Machine: The Aftermath]]'' are [[Spoiler#March of the Machine: The Aftermath|leaked]] by the opening of several [[Collector Booster|Collector]] [[Booster box]]es on YouTube. ==March 2023== *'''2023-03-28''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves]]'''''. *'''2023-03-21''': Release of '''''[[Shadows over Innistrad Remastered]]''''' on [[MTG Arena]]. *'''2023-03-19''': {{flag|JPN}} Hiroshi Onizuka defeats {{flag|FRA}} Alexey Paulot in the finals of [[2022–23 Pro Tour Season#Arena Championship 2|Arena Championship 2]]. *'''2023-03-17''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair: More Borderless Planeswalkers]]''''' (U.S.A. and Canada). *'''2023-03-14''': For ''[[The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-Earth]]'', a [[serialized]] Ring card may appear in [[Collector Booster]]s. A unique version of {{card|The One Ring||LTR}} (Serialized 001 of 001) can only be found once. *'''2023-03-09''': Sale started for the Minneapolis [[Festival in a Box]] with '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Legendary Flyers (Not That Kind)]]'''''. *'''2023-03-06''': In the latest '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Expressive Iteration</c> and <c>White Plume Adventurer</c> are banned in [[Legacy]]. ==February 2023== *'''2023-02-21''': [[Blake Rasmussen]] announces ''[[Commander Masters]]'', to be released on May 16, 2023. *'''2023-02-20''': For ''[[March of the Machine]]'', [[Welcome Booster]]s are getting an evergreen refresh, meaning they will no longer be updated with every [[Standard]] [[set]]. *'''2023-02-19''': [[2022–23 Pro Tour Season#Pro Tour Phyrexia|Pro Tour Phyrexia]] is won by {{flag|USA}} [[Reid Duke]]. *'''2023-02-19''': The preview panel at [[MagicCon]] Philadelphia reveals that ''[[March of the Machine]]'' [[Commander deck]]s will contain [[Planechase (format)|Planechase]] cards. *'''2023-02-10''': Release of '''''[[Phyrexia: All Will Be One]]'''''. ==January 2023== *'''2023-01-30''': Release of the '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Winter Superdrop 2023]]'''''. *'''2023-01-17''': [[Battle]] is a new [[card type]] that will appear in an upcoming set. It is listed on the card <c>Atraxa, Grand Unifier</c>. *'''2023-01-13''': The video game ''[[Smite]]'' announces a ''[[Magic: The Gathering]]'' crossover event. *'''2023-01-13''': Release of '''''[[Dominaria Remastered]]'''''. ==December 2022== *'''2022-12-13''': [[Store Championship]] events officially replace [[Game Day]] beginning with ''[[Phyrexia: All Will Be One]]''. *'''2022-12-13''': Release of '''''[[Alchemy: The Brothers' War]]''''' and '''''[[Explorer Anthology|Explorer Anthology 2]]''''' on [[MTG Arena]]. *'''2022-12-06''': Release of ''[[Magic: The Gathering - The Visual Guide]]''. *'''2022-12-05''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: December Superdrop 2022]]'''''. *'''2022-12-02''': Release of '''''[[Jumpstart 2022]]''''' and the first '''''[[Starter Commander Decks]]'''''. ==November 2022== *'''2022-11-30''': Release of the ''[[Magic: Nahiri the Lithomancer]]'' [[comic]] by [[Wikipedia:Boom! Studios|BOOM! Studios]]. *'''2022-11-29''': Release of the non-legal '''''[[30th Anniversary Edition]]''''' of ''[[Beta]]''. *'''2022-11-18''': Release of '''''[[The Brothers' War]]''''' with additional ''[[Retro Artifacts]]'' and [[Universes Beyond]]: ''[[Transformers]]''. *'''2022-11-17''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Look at the Kitties]]'''''. *'''2022-11-14''': A Bank of America analyst warns that [[Hasbro]] is “destroying the long-term value” of ''Magic: The Gathering'' by overprinting cards. The dire warning is accompanied by a double downgrade of Hasbro stock. *'''2022-11-10''': [[Billy Jensen]] introduces [[MagicCon]]s and [[Secret Lair Showdown]]s. *'''2022-11-09''': In the latest '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Mishra's Bauble</c> is preemptively banned in [[Historic]] and <c>Phyrexian Revoker</c> is banned in [[Historic Brawl]]. *'''2022-11-08''': The [[DailyMTG.com]] website receives a major overhaul, obsoleting many older articles and causing massive [[wikipedia:Link rot|link rot]] on this wiki. *'''2022-11-04''': Release of the '''''[[Pioneer Challenger Decks 2022]]''''' and '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Extra Life 2022]]'''''. *'''2022-11-01''': Release of the '''''[[Secret Lair 30th Anniversary Countdown Kit]]'''''. ==October 2022== *'''2022-10-30''': {{flag|USA}} [[Nathan Steuer]] defeats {{flag|LBN}} [[Eli Kassis]] in the [[2022 World Championship]] and becomes the new ''Magic: The Gathering'' [[World Championship|World Champion]] *'''2022-10-20''': [[Magic Online]] officially transfers from [[Wizards of the Coast]]'s servers to [[Daybreak Games|Daybreak]]'s servers. *'''2022-10-17''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: October Superdrop 2022]]''''' (including the ''[[Warhammer 40K]]'' drops). *'''2022-10-14''': Release of '''''[[Game Night Free-for-All]]'''''. *'''2022-10-10''': In the latest '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>The Meathook Massacre</c> is banned in [[Standard]] and <c>Yorion, Sky Nomad</c> is banned in [[Modern]]. *'''2022-10-07''': Release of '''''[[Unfinity]]''''' and [[Universes Beyond]]: '''''[[Warhammer 40,000 Commander Decks]]'''''. *'''2022-10-06''': Release of '''''[[Alchemy: Dominaria]]''''' on [[MTG Arena]]. *'''2022-10-04''': Announcement of the ''[[30th Anniversary Edition]]'' of ''[[Beta]]'', a [[Commemorative set|commemorative]], [[collecting|collectible]], non-tournament-legal card set. Four [[booster pack]]s cost $999.- *'''2022-10-01''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Li’l’ler Walkers]]'''''. ==September 2022== *'''2022-09-30''': It is announced at [[Hasbro PulseCon]] that cards from [[Universes Beyond]]: ''[[Transformers]]'' will be distributed in [[Set Booster]]s, [[Collector Booster]] and [[Bundle]]s of ''[[The Brothers' War]]''. *'''2022-09-25''': {{flag|WLS}} [[Sam Rolph]] defeats {{flag|JPN}} [[Keisuke Sato]] in the finals of [[2022–23 Pro Tour Season#Arena Championship 1|Arena Championship 1]]. *'''2022-09-19''': In the latest '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Aarakocra Sneak</c>, <c>Stirring Bard</c>, <c>Underdark Explorer</c>, and <c>Vicious Battlerager</c> are banned in [[Pauper]]. *'''2022-09-09''': Paper release of '''''[[Dominaria United]]'''''. **[[Standard]] [[Rotation]]: ''[[Zendikar Rising]]'', ''[[Kaldheim]]'', ''[[Strixhaven: School of Mages]]'' and ''[[Adventures in the Forgotten Realms]]'' leave the format. ==August 2022== *'''2022-08-23''': You can pay your respects to [[Jaya Ballard]] on her [https://jayaballard.com/ In Memoriam page] *'''2022-08-22''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: August Superdrop 2022]]'''''. *'''2022-08-18''': [[Announcement Day|Wizards Presents]] introduces the following new sets: [[Universes Beyond]]: ''[[Doctor Who Commander Decks]]'', ''[[Phyrexia: All Will Be One]]'', ''[[March of the Machine]]'', ''[[March of the Machine: The Aftermath]]'', ''[[Wilds of Eldraine]]'', and ''[[The Lost Caverns of Ixalan]]''. *'''2022-08-13''': Yet another Amazon.com leak reveals the existence of ''[[Dominaria Remastered]]'', a paper set to be released on January 13, 2023. *'''2022-08-11''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Li'l Giri Saves the Day]]'''''. *'''2022-08-10''': Without fanfare, the mobile game ''[[Magic SpellSlingers]]'' is finally fully implemented on iOS and Android. *'''2022-08-04''': Patch notes for [[MTG Arena]] reveal that <c>Chalice of the Void</c> is '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned]]''' in [[Historic Brawl]]. ==July 2022== *'''2022-07-28''': Release of [[Historic Anthology#VI|'''''Historic Anthology 6''''']] and [[Explorer Anthology|'''''Explorer Anthology 1''''']] on MTG Arena. *'''2022-07-23''': At the San Diego [[Comic-Con]], [[Mark Rosewater]] confirms the use of [[sticker]]s in ''[[Unfinity]]''. *'''2022-07-22''': Amazon.com reveals the release of ''[[Magic: The Gathering - The Visual Guide]]'' by [[Jay Annelli]] in December 2022, and causes multiple major [[storyline]] [[spoiler]]s. *'''2022-07-21''': [[Blake Rasmussen]] unveils the addition of [[Lost Legends]] and [[Legends Retold]] to ''[[Dominaria United]]''. *'''2022-07-21''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Fortnite]]'''''. *'''2022-07-08''': Release of '''''[[Double Masters 2022]]'''''. *'''2022-07-07''': Release of '''''[[Alchemy Horizons: Baldur's Gate]]''''' on [[MTG Arena]]. *'''2022-07-05''': <c>Grinning Ignus</c> is surprisingly '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned]]''' in [[Alchemy]], the format able to [[rebalanced card|rebalance]] cards. ==June 2022== *'''2022-06-14''': Announcement of [[Magic 30]], a convention that is to be the ultimate celebration of three decades of ''[[Magic: The Gathering]]'', in Las Vegas, USA on October 28–30. *'''2022-06-13''': Release of the '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Here Be Dragons]]''''' and '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: June Superdrop 2022|June Superdrop 2022]]'''''. *'''2022-06-10''': Release of '''''[[Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur's Gate]]'''''. *'''2022-06-07''': In the latest '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Expressive Iteration</c> is banned in both [[Pioneer]] and [[Explorer]]. <c>Winota, Joiner of Forces</c> is banned in [[Pioneer]]. *'''2022-06-03''': Release of the '''''[[2022 Starter Kit]]'''''. *'''2022-06-02''': Release of '''''[[Alchemy: New Capenna]]''''' on [[MTG Arena]]. ==May 2022== *'''2022-05-22''': The [[New Capenna Championship]] is won by {{flag|DEU}} [[Jan-Moritz Merkel]]. *'''2022-05-21''': Start of the [[2022–23 Pro Tour Season]] with the first [[Qualifier Play-In]] event on MTG Arena. *'''2022-05-12''': Going forward, [[Theme Booster]]s are replaced by [[Jumpstart Booster]]s. *'''2022-05-04''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Pride Across the Multiverse]]'''''. ==April 2022== *'''2022-04-29''': Release of '''''[[Streets of New Capenna]]'''''. *'''2022-04-25''': The upcoming [[Magic: The Gathering (TV series)|Netflix ''Magic'' series]] is announced to be supported by offerings of "robust consumer products". *'''2022-04-25''': [[Hasbro]] urges its shareholders to reject the "Alta Fox" nominees for the Board of Directors, and the plan to "[[Wizards of the Coast#Free the Wizards|Free the Wizards]]". *'''2022-04-21''': Reveal of the digital [[Premier Play]] system, introducing [[Play-In Points]], [[Qualifier Play-In]]s and [[Arena Championship]]s. *'''2022-04-21''': Introduction of the "true-to-tabletop" [[Explorer]] format on [[Magic: The Gathering Arena]]. *'''2022-04-19''': Coming July, [[prices]] are raised by 11% across the board for [[Booster]] products (eg. [[Draft Booster]]s, [[Set Booster]]s and [[Collector Booster]]s). *'''2022-04-15''': Eight weeks before the release of ''[[Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur's Gate]]'', someone opens multiple [[Collector Booster]]s on TikTok, causing a major [[spoiler|leak]]. *'''2022-04-11''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: April Superdrop 2022]]'''''. *'''2022-04-01''': Release of '''''[[Challenger Decks 2022]]'''''. ==March 2022== *'''2022-03-31''': [[Wizards of the Coast]] [[Organized Play]] announces the reinstatement of the [[tabletop]] [[Pro Tour]]. Starting with the [[2022–23 Pro Tour Season]], players can work their way up through [[local qualifier]]s, [[Regional Championship]]s and [[Pro Tour]]s to the [[World Championship]]. *'''2022-03-17''': Release of the [[designed-for-digital]] '''''[[Alchemy: Kamigawa]]''''' set on [[MTG Arena]]. The ''[[Arena Beginner Set]]'' is moved to [[Alchemy]]. *'''2022-03-13''': {{flag|LBN}} [[Eli Kassis]] wins the [[Neon Dynasty Championship]]. *'''2022-03-07''': In the latest '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Lurrus of the Dream-Den</c> is banned in both [[Pioneer]] and [[Modern]]. <c>Galvanic Relay</c> and <c>Disciple of the Vault</c> are banned and <c>Expedition Map</c> is unbanned in [[Pauper]]. *'''2022-03-03''': Introduction of the ''[[New Capenna]]'' crime families: the [[Obscura]] ({{W}}{{U}}{{B}}), the [[Maestros]] ({{U}}{{B}}{{R}}), the [[Riveteers]] ({{B}}{{R}}{{G}}), the [[Cabaretti]] ({{R}}{{G}}{{W}}) and the [[Brokers]] ({{G}}{{W}}{{U}}). ==February 2022== *'''2022-02-25''': Global ''Magic'' Marketing Manager [[Light Humphreys]] introduces monthly [[Announcement Day]]s. *'''2022-02-24''': In the latest '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Fires of Invention</c> is [[rebalanced]] and unbanned in [[Historic (format)|Historic]]. *'''2022-02-18''': Release of '''''[[Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty]]'''''. *'''2022-02-17''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: February Superdrop]]'''''. *'''2022-02-09''': Wizards of the Coast acknowledge the need for a [[tabletop|true-to-tabletop]] non-[[rotating format]] on [[MTG Arena]], and say to be working on it. *'''2022-02-02''': [[Hasbro]] appoints [[Cynthia Williams]] to lead [[Wizards of the Coast]]. ==January 2022== *'''2022-01-28''': Release of '''''[[Commander Collection: Black]]''''' and '''''[[Innistrad: Double Feature]]'''''. *'''2022-01-25''': In the latest '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Alrund's Epiphany</c>, <c>Divide by Zero</c>, and <c>Faceless Haven</c> are banned in [[Standard]], <c>Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer</c> is banned in [[Legacy]], and <c>Memory Lapse</c> is banned in [[Historic (format)|Historic]]. <c>Teferi, Time Raveler</c> is [[rebalanced]] and unbanned in [[Historic (format)|Historic]]. *'''2022-01-20''': By recommendation of the [[Pauper Format Panel]], <c>Atog</c>, <c>Bonder's Ornament</c> and <c>Prophetic Prism</c> are '''[[banned]]''' in [[Pauper]]. *'''2022-01-20''': The release of ''[[Unfinity]]'', originally slated for April 1, is delayed until the second half of 2022. *'''2022-01-05''': [[Chris Cocks]], president of [[Wizards of the Coast]], is named the new CEO of [[Hasbro]]. Wizards expects to name a new president shortly. *'''2022-01-04''': Release of the first [[basic land]] of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: The Astrology Lands]]''''' (Capricorn Swamp). ==December 2021== *'''2021-12-28''': [[William Jensen| William "Huey" Jensen]] announces that he has accepted the job of Director of Play Programs at [[Wizards of the Coast]], overseeing the full range of ''Magic'' [[DCI|organized play]]. *'''2021-12-23''': [[Wikipedia:Daybreak Game Company|Daybreak Games]], a global publisher and developer of multiplayer online games, enters into a long-term license agreement with Wizards of the Coast to develop, provide live service and publish [[Magic Online]]. *'''2021-12-09''': Release of '''''[[Alchemy: Innistrad]]''''' on [[MTG Arena]]. *'''2021-12-08''': In the latest '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Agent of Treachery</c>, <c>Field of the Dead</c>, and <c>Ugin, the Spirit Dragon</c> are banned in [[Historic (format)#Historic Brawl|Historic Brawl]]. *'''2021-12-07''': Release of ''[[D&D Curriculum of Chaos]]'' for the setting of [[Strixhaven]]. *'''2021-12-05''': The [[Innistrad Championship]] is won by {{flag|JPN}} [[Yuuki Ichikawa]], who defeated {{flag|DEU}} [[Simon Görtzen]] in the final round. *'''2021-12-02''': [[MTG Arena]] introduces [[Alchemy]], a [[digital-only]] [[format]]. It uses the card pool of [[Standard]] as a base, but it extends that by adding [[rebalanced card]]s and [[designed-for-digital]] cards. [[Alchemy card]]s will also be used in [[Historic (format)|Historic]] ==November 2021== *'''2021-11-29''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Secretversary 2021]]'''''. *'''2021-11-22''': Based on public registries, a ''[[Dominaria Remastered]]'' set seems to be upcoming in 2022. *'''2021-11-20''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: MSCHF]]''''' *'''2021-11-19''': Paper release of '''''[[Innistrad: Crimson Vow]]'''''. *'''2021-11-17''': Release of the ''[[Magic: Master of Metal]]'' comic. *'''2021-11-11''': [[Ben Bleiweiss]] finds an extremely rare [[mirrored card|mirrored chase card]] in his foil [[{{SLD|All-Natural, Totally Refreshing Superdrop|Phyrexian Praetors: Compleat Edition}}]] packaging. *'''2021-11-05''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Extra Life 2021]]'''''. ==October 2021== *'''2021-10-22''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Purrfection]]''''' at [[Hasbro PulseCon]] 2021. *'''2021-10-18''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: October Superdrop]]'''''. *'''2021-10-15''': Release of '''''[[Pioneer Challenger Decks 2021]]'''''. *'''2021-10-13''': [[Rebalanced card]]s are introduced as a permanent feature in [[MTG Arena]], starting with five [[designed-for-digital]] cards. *'''2021-10-13''': In the latest '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Brainstorm</c> and <c>Tibalt's Trickery</c> are [[banned]] in [[Historic (format)|Historic]], while <c>Memory Lapse</c> is [[suspended]]. *'''2021-10-10''': [[Yuta Takahashi]] ({{flag|JPN}}) defeats [[Jean-Emmanuel Depraz]] ({{flag|FRA}}) in the finals of the [[2021 World Championship]] and becomes the new world champion. *'''2021-10-05''': [[WPN]] introduces [[Companion Play Promo]]s for ''[[Innistrad: Crimson Vow]]'', available for players who sign up to an event by using the [[Magic: The Gathering Companion|Companion app]]. ==September 2021== *'''2021-09-24''': [[Tabletop]] release of '''''[[Innistrad: Midnight Hunt]]'''''. **[[Standard]] [[Rotation]]: ''[[Throne of Eldraine]]'', ''[[Theros Beyond Death]]'', ''[[Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths]]'' and ''[[Core Set 2021]]'' leave the format. *'''2021-09-13''':The [[Commander Rules Committee]] announces that <c>Golos, Tireless Pilgrim</c> is [[banned]] in [[Commander (format)|Commander]]. <c>Worldfire</c> is unbanned. *'''2021-09-08''': In the latest '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Chatterstorm</c> and <c>Sojourner's Companion</c> are banned in [[Pauper]]. ==August 2021== *'''2021-08-26''': Release of '''''[[Jumpstart: Historic Horizons]]''''' on [[MTG Arena]]. *'''2021-08-24''': The [[Magic: The Gathering (TV series)|Magic: The Gathering Netflix series]] will have its premiere in 2022, and will be preceded by a [[Netflix prequel novel|prequel novel]] written by [[Django Wexler]]. *'''2021-08-24''': On [[Announcement Day|Showcase 2021]] the following upcoming products are announced: ''[[Innistrad: Double Feature]]'', ''[[Pioneer Challenger Decks 2021]]'', ''[[Challenger Decks 2022]]'', ''[[Commander Collection: Black]]'', ''[[Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty]]'', ''[[Streets of New Capenna]]'', ''[[Dominaria United]]'', and ''[[The Brothers' War]]''. Also ''[[Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur's Gate]]'', ''[[Jumpstart 2022]]'', ''[[Double Masters 2022]]'', and ''[[Unfinity]]''. *'''2021-08-24''': The '''''[[Out of Time Superdrop]]''''' is leaked in Japan, featuring art by [[Johannes Voss]] and [[Thomas M. Baxa]]. It releases the same day. *'''2021-08-24''': Release of the ''[[Magic: The Gathering - Planes of the Multiverse]]'' visual guide. *'''2021-08-23''': ''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Purrfection]]'' will be released on October 22, 2021, in connection with Hasbro PulseCon. *'''2021-08-21''': [[Wikipedia:Boom! Studios|BOOM! Studios]] announce the special one-shot comic ''[[Magic: Master of Metal]]''. It features [[Tezzeret]] and is to be released in November 2021. *'''2021-08-20''': A new creative team led by executive producer [[Wikipedia:Jeff Kline|Jeff Kline]] has been put in charge of the Netflix animated [[Magic: The Gathering (TV series)|''Magic: The Gathering'' TV series]]. The [[Wikipedia:Russo brothers|Russo Brothers]] have left the project. *'''2021-08-09''': The release date of ''[[Jumpstart: Historic Horizons]]'' is moved up to August 26, due to a major overhaul of the MTG Arena backend systems. *'''2021-08-06''': Release of the '''''[[2021 Arena Starter Kit]]''''' and the ''[[Adventures in the Forgotten Realms]]'' [[Gift Edition]] [[Bundle]]. *'''2021-08-05''': ''[[Innistrad: Midnight Hunt]]'' will feature a [[Commander Party]] in [[WPN Premium]] stores, featuring a game board, participation [[promo]]s, all-new player bonuses, and more. ==July 2021== *'''2021-07-28''': Release of the ''[[Strixhaven: School of Mages]]'' wave of [[Magic the Gathering Unpainted Miniatures]] by [[WizKids]]. *'''2021-07-26''': Filed name registries point to an upcoming set named ''[[Streets of New Celesta]]''. *'''2021-07-24''': [[Wizards of the Coast]] prematurely announces ''[[Jumpstart: Historic Horizons]]'', a [[MTG Arena]] exclusive product to be released on August 12, 2021. The set features several unique [[designed-for-digital]] cards and mechanics. *'''2021-07-23''': [[Paper]] release of '''''[[Dungeons & Dragons: Adventures in the Forgotten Realms]]'''''. *'''2021-07-21''': In the latest '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Brainstorm</c> is [[suspended]] in [[Historic (format)|Historic]]. *'''2021-07-12''':The [[Commander Rules Committee]] announces that <c>Hullbreacher</c> is [[banned]] in [[Commander (format)|Commander]] *'''2021-07-01''': Development of ''[[Pioneer Masters]]'' is put on hold for an unspecified time. ==June 2021== *'''2021-06-29''': Barely four months after its Open Beta launch, the videogame [[Magic: Legends]] is announced to be terminated. *'''2021-06-21''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: All-Natural, Totally Refreshing Superdrop]]''''' *'''2021-06-18''': Release of '''''[[Modern Horizons 2]]'''''. *'''2021-06-10''': In another '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Time Warp</c> is banned in [[Historic (format)|Historic]]. *'''2021-06-08''': ''[[D&D Unearthed Arcana: Mages of Strixhaven]]'', a collection of [[Dungeons & Dragons]] character classes created for the setting of [[Strixhaven]], becomes available as a free download. *'''2021-06-06''': [[Sam Pardee]] ({{Flag|USA}}) wins the [[Strixhaven Championship]]. *'''2021-06-06''': Amazon reveals ''[[D&D Curriculum of Chaos]]'', a [[Dungeons & Dragons]] adventurebook for the setting of [[Strixhaven]] that is to be released on November 16, 2021. *'''2021-06-03''': [[Magic Online]] [[Compleation|compleats]] [[Phyrexian#The great Phyrexian update|the great Phyrexian update]]. ==May 2021== *'''2021-05-27''': Release of '''''[[Historic Anthology#V|Historic Anthology V]]''''' on [[MTG Arena]]. *'''2021-05-19''': In the new '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Thassa's Oracle</c> is banned in [[Historic (format)|Historic]]. *'''2021-05-14''': [[Gavin Verhey]] announces the official retirement of [[Planeswalker deck]]s, which are being replaced by [[Commander series|Commander decks]] going forward. *'''2021-05-13''': [[Magic esports]] announces that the [[MPL]] and the [[Rivals League]] will be retired after the [[2021–22 Players Tour Season]]. Pro Players are told that they should not consider ''Magic'' professionally moving forward. *'''2021-05-07''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair: Ultimate Edition 2]]'''''. *'''2021-05-06''': [[Wizards of the Coast]] dubs the summer of [[2021]] the [[Summer of Legend]]. *'''2021-05-05''': Recent internet domains registered by [[Wizards of the Coast]] include [[Innistrad: Double Feature]], ''[[Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty]]'' and ''[[Dominaria United]]''. ==April 2021== *'''2021-04-26''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Dr. Lair's Secretorium Superdrop]]''''' *'''2021-04-23''': Release of '''''[[Strixhaven: School of Mages]]''''', '''''[[Mystical Archive]]''''' and '''''[[Commander 2021]]'''''. *'''2021-04-15''': [[Magic Online]] reveals the existence of upcoming [[Secret Lair]]s with the ten [[Shock land]]s and with [[allied color]]ed ''[[Mystical Archive]]'' cards. *'''2021-04-11''': [[Ondřej Stráský]] wins the [[2020-21 Magic Pro League]] and [[Eli Kassis]] wins the [[2020-21 Rivals League]]. Both qualify for the [[2021 World Championship]]. *'''2021-04-07''': First publication of the [[Magic (comic)|''Magic'' comic]] by [[Wikipedia:Boom! Studios|BOOM! Studios]]. *'''2021-04-05''': [[Nic Kelman]], controversial Director of Entertainment Development, has left [[Wizards of the Coast]]. *'''2021-04-02''': Release of '''''[[Challenger Decks 2021]]'''''. ==March 2021== *'''2021-03-28''': German [[Challenger]] [[Arne Huschenbeth]] wins the [[Kaldheim Championship]], defeating [[Grzegorz Kowalski]] in the finals. *'''2021-03-25''': [[MTG Arena]] adds support for iOs (tablets and iPhones). *'''2021-03-23''': Launch of the PC Open Beta for [[Magic: Legends]]. *'''2021-03-19''': Release of '''''[[Time Spiral Remastered]]'''''. *'''2021-03-18''': The official names and release dates for ''[[Innistrad: Midnight Hunt]]'' and ''[[Innistrad: Crimson Vow]]'' are made public. *'''2021-03-15''': Release of the ''[[Kaldheim]]'' wave of [[Magic the Gathering Unpainted Miniatures]] by [[WizKids]]. *'''2021-03-12''': [[Steve Sunu]] on [[Weekly MTG]] reveals that the [[storyline]] of the [[Magic (BOOM! comic)|''Magic'' BOOM! comic]] is non-[[canon]]. *'''2021-03-11''': ''[[Historic Anthology#IV|Historic Anthology IV]]'' becomes available on [[MTG Arena]]. The cards may be used in the upcoming [[Kaldheim Championship]] which features the [[Historic (format)|Historic format]]. *'''2021-03-08''': ''[[Modern Horizons 2]]'' releases on June 11, 2021 and is the first non-[[Standard]] set with [[Prerelease Pack]]s. *'''2021-03-05''': [[Historic Anthology#IV|Historic Anthology IV]] will be available on [[MTG Arena]] on March 11, 2021, some weeks before the [[Kaldheim Championship]], in which the players will compete with the updated [[Historic (format)|Historic format]]. ==February 2021== *'''2021-02-25''': ''[[Magic]]'' is introducing a new class of product: [[Universes Beyond]], which will take fan-favorite brands and bring them into ''Magic''. The first two are ''[[Wikipedia:Warhammer 40,000|Warhammer 40,000]]'' and ''[[Wikipedia:The Lord of the Rings|The Lord of the Rings]]''. *'''2021-02-22''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Black is Magic]]'''''. *'''2021-02-19''': ''[[Strixhaven: School of Mages]]'' is accompanied by the ''[[Mystical Archive]]'', a non-[[Standard]] set of 63 [[reprint]]ed [[instant]]s and [[sorcery|sorceries]] that appear in the boosters of the main set and will have a profound influence on the [[Limited]] environment. ''[[Commander 2021]]'' releases on the same day and is connected to the Strixhaven set, as well. *'''2021-02-19''': A sneak peek at ''[[Strixhaven: School of Mages]]'' reveals the five [[enemy color]]ed colleges of [[Strixhaven]]: [[Silverquill]] ({{W}}{{B}}), [[Prismari]] ({{U}}{{R}}), [[Witherbloom]] ({{B}}{{G}}), [[Lorehold]] ({{R}}{{W}}), and [[Quandrix]] {{nowrap|({{G}}{{U}})}}. *'''2021-02-15''': In a massive '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' many cards in multiple formats are banned. In addition, [[Cascade]] receives a rules update. *'''2021-02-12''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Smitten]]'''''. *'''2021-02-10''': In the upcoming '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Uro, Titan of Nature's Wrath</c> will be banned in [[Pioneer]], [[Modern]], and [[Historic (format)|Historic]]. Discussions are continuing about doing the same in [[Legacy]]. *'''2021-02-05''': Paper release of '''''[[Kaldheim]]''''' *'''2021-02-04''': A Japanese website leaks the existence of [[Challenger Decks 2021]], to be released on March 26, 2021. ==January 2021== *'''2021-01-28''': Release of ''[[Kaldheim]]'' on [[MTG Arena]]. *'''2021-01-28''': Release of a mobile version of [[MTG Arena]] on Android early access. *'''2021-01-21''': [[Wikipedia:Boom! Studios|BOOM! Studios]] has struck a deal with Wizards of the Coast to produce a monthly line of [[comic]]s called ''[[Magic (comic)|Magic]]'', beginning in April 2021. *'''2021-01-14''': In the latest '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Fall from Favor</c> is banned in [[Pauper]]. *'''2021-01-07''': [[MTG Arena]] gains a mobile version with Android early access on January 28, with additional Android device and iOS support coming later this year. *'''2021-01-07''': ''[[Kaldheim]]'' foretells a return to [[New Phyrexia (plane)|New Phyrexia]] with a surprise appearance of [[Vorinclex]] as <c>Vorinclex, Monstrous Raider</c> (the first card ever to feature the [[Phyrexian]] [[creature type]]). *'''2021-01-07''': Although [[leak]]ed previously, ''[[Kaldheim]]''’s mechanics are now officially revealed. Returning [[Snow]] and [[Saga]]s are joined by two brand new mechanics, [[Foretell]] and [[Boast]]. *'''2021-01-01''': The release date for ''[[Time Spiral Remastered]]'' is revealed to be March 19, 2021. The [[Release card|release promo]] is {{card|Lotus Bloom||TSR|#=411}} in the pre-[[Modern]] [[card frame]]. ==December 2020== *'''2020-12-31''': [[Gavin Verhey]] reveals that there will be no [[Signature Spellbook]] release in 2021. *'''2020-12-11''': Introduction of two new [[planeswalker]]s in the ''[[Kaldheim]]'' storyline: [[Niko Aris]] and [[Tyvar Kell]]. *'''2020-12-11''': Both [[Jessica Estephan]] and [[Emma Handy]] resign from the [[2020-21 Rivals League]] to pursue their careers. *'''2020-12-06''': [[Brad Barclay]] wins the [[Zendikar Rising Championship|''Zendikar Rising'' Championship]]. *'''2020-12-04''': Release of '''''[[Commander Collection: Green]]'''''. *'''2020-12-03''': Announcement of the release of ''[[Secret Lair: Ultimate Edition 2]]'' with [[alternate art]] [[pathway land]]s, to become available in [[WPN]] stores in Spring, 2021. *'''2020-12-02''': Release of the inaugural wave of [[Magic the Gathering Unpainted Miniatures|unpainted ''Magic'' miniatures]] by [[WizKids]]. ==November 2020== *'''2020-11-30''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Secretversary]]'''''. *'''2020-11-20''': Release of '''''[[Commander Legends]]'''''. *'''2020-11-15''': [[Michael Jacob]] wins the [[Magic Online Championship Series#2019 Magic Online Championship|2019 Magic Online Championship]] *'''2020-11-13''': Eleven lands illustrated by [[Wikipedia:Bob Ross|Bob Ross]] are found on [[MTG Arena]], seemingly confirming the release of ''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Secretversary|Secret Lair Drop Series: Happy Little Gathering]]''. *'''2020-11-13''': Release of the '''''[[Zendikar Rising]]'' [[Bundle]] [[Gift Edition]]'''. *'''2020-11-12''': Release of '''''[[Kaladesh Remastered]]''''' on [[MTG Arena]]. *'''2020-11-06''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Extra Life 2020]]'''''. *'''2020-11-06''': Less than a year after its launch, Netmarble terminates the ''Magic'' [[ManaStrike]] game. ==October 2020== *'''2020-10-27''': Release of the ''[[Magic: The Gathering - Legends]]'' visual guide. *'''2020-10-24''': Start of the [[2020–21 Players Tour Season]] ([[Esports]] only). *'''2020-10-19''': Announcement of ''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Extra Life 2020]]''; to be released on November 6, 2020. *'''2020-10-18''': An early advertisement for [[Magic the Gathering Unpainted Miniatures]] reveals some details about [[Kaldheim (plane)|Kaldheim]] and its [[Kaldheim|eponymous set]]: [[God]]s: Reidane, Goddess of Justice and Alrund, God of Wisdom. [[Creature]]s: Cosmo Serpent, Cosmo Wolf, Human Berserkers, Dwarves, Elves, and Shapeshifters. *'''2020-10-13''': Release of ''[[The Art of Magic: The Gathering - War of the Spark]]''. This is the final release in the [[The Art of Magic: The Gathering]] series. *'''2020-10-12''': In yet another '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Omnath, Locus of Creation</c>, <c>Lucky Clover</c> and <c>Escape to the Wilds</c> are banned in [[Standard]]. Omnath is also suspended in [[Historic (format)|Historic]] and banned in [[Brawl]]. In addition, <c>Teferi, Time Raveler</c> and <c>Wilderness Reclamation</c> are banned in Historic, while <c>Burning-Tree Emissary</c> is unsuspended. *'''2020-10-11''': [[Austin Bursavich]] wins the [[2020 Players Tour Season#Grand Finals|2020 Players Tour Season Grand Finals]]. *'''2020-10-04''': release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: The Walking Dead]]'''''. The [[black-bordered]] cards included in this drop are completely new to ''Magic''; [[Eternal (format)|Eternal legal]], but [[Non-canon card|non-canon]]. ==September 2020== *'''2020-09-28''': In the latest '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Uro, Titan of Nature's Wrath</c> is banned in [[Standard]]. *'''2020-09-28''': ''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: The Walking Dead]]'' announced for release on October 4-12, 2020. *'''2020-09-25''': Release of '''''[[Zendikar Rising]]''''' and '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Showcase: Zendikar Revisited]]'''''. *'''2020-09-25''': [[Standard]] [[Rotation]]: ''[[Guilds of Ravnica]]'', ''[[Ravnica Allegiance]]'', ''[[War of the Spark]]'' and ''[[Core Set 2020]]'' leave the format. *'''2020-09-15''': ''[[Kaladesh Remastered]]'' replaces ''[[Pioneer Masters]]'' in the release schedule for [[MTG Arena]] this year. ''Pioneer Masters'' is moved to 2021. *'''2020-09-14''': ''[[Zendikar Rising]]'' [[Set Booster]]s will feature [[minigame]]s. *'''2020-09-14''': [[Seth Manfield]] wins the [[Mythic Invitational 2020]]. *'''2020-09-13''': ''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Showcase: Zendikar Revisited]]'' was to be announced on the failed Mythic Invitational 2020 stream but was leaked anyway. It releases on September 25, 2020. *'''2020-09-13''': Technical difficulties prevent the fourth and final day of the [[Mythic Invitational 2020]] from being broadcast. *'''2020-09-11''': Small numbers of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: April Fools]]''''' are released via [[WPN]] locations. *'''2020-09-03''': '''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Happy Yargle Day!|Happy Yargle Day!]]'''. *'''2020-09-02''': Small numbers of ''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: April Fools]]'' are allocated to all [[WPN]] locations (1 for each regular WPN shop, 5 for [[WPN Premium]] shops). *'''2020-09-01''': A mobile version of [[Magic: The Gathering Arena]] is announced to be upcoming. *'''2020-09-01''': ''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Happy Yargle Day!]]'' will be released on September 3rd. ''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: The Walking Dead]]'' will release later on. *'''2020-09-01''': ''Zendikar Rising'' sees the return of all-land [[Zendikar Rising/Expeditions|Expeditions]], functioning as [[Box topper]]s. This [[Masterpiece Series]] includes all [[fetch land]]s. The cards may also appear in [[Collector Booster]]s. *'''2020-09-01''': [[Magic Story]] returns for ''Zendikar Rising'' on [[Magicthegathering.com]]. *'''2020-09-01''': ''[[Zendikar Rising]]'' sees the return of [[Kicker]] and [[Landfall]]. New mechanics are [[Party]] and [[Double-faced card#Modal double-faced cards|modal double-faced cards]]. *'''2020-09-01''': [[Announcement Day]]: upcoming sets are: ''[[Kaldheim]]'', ''[[Strixhaven: School of Mages]]'', ''[[Time Spiral Remastered]]'', ''[[Innistrad: Werewolves]]'', ''[[Innistrad: Vampires]]'' and ''[[Modern Horizons 2]]''. ''[[Dungeons & Dragons: Adventures in the Forgotten Realms]]'' replaces the ''Core Set 2022''. ==August 2020== *'''2020-08-27''': It is announced that there will be no Class of 2020 for the [[Hall of Fame]]. Going forward the ''Magic'' Hall of Fame will not only feature competitive players, but also innovators, contributors, and longtime stewards. *'''2020-08-24''': In the latest '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Field of the Dead</c> is banned in [[Historic (format)|Historic]]. *'''2020-08-22''': [[Ari Nieh]] reveals the contents of [[Commander Collection: Green]]. *'''2020-08-22''': At CommandFest online. [[Gavin Verhey]] provides a ''[[Commander Legends]]'' sneak peak ([[Halana]] and [[Alena]], [[Partner]], [[Bond land]]s). *'''2020-08-20''': Unannounced primer release for '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Every Dog Has Its Day]]'''''. *'''2020-08-17''': Unannounced release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Prime Slime]]'''''. *'''2020-08-13''': Introduction of ''[[Amonkhet Remastered]]'' to [[Historic (format)|Historic]] on [[MTG Arena]]. *'''2020-08-12''': Release of ''[[D&D Icons of the Realms: Mythic Odysseys of Theros]]'', a range of ''Magic''-inspired painted miniatures. *'''2020-08-07''': Release of '''''[[Double Masters]]'''''. *'''2020-08-04''': In an update to the bannings of the previous day, <c>Runed Halo</c> is banned in [[Brawl]], and <c>Gideon's Intervention</c> additionally in Historic Brawl. *'''2020-08-03''': In a massive unannounced '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Wilderness Reclamation</c>, <c>Growth Spiral</c>, <c>Teferi, Time Raveler</c> and <c>Cauldron Familiar</c> are banned in [[Standard]]. Wilderness Reclamation and Teferi are also [[suspended]] in [[Historic (format)|Historic]] and the latter is also banned in [[Brawl]]. In [[Pioneer]], <c>Inverter of Truth</c>, <c>Kethis, the Hidden Hand</c>, <c>Walking Balista</c> and <c>Underworld Breach</c> are banned. *'''2020-08-02''': Kristof Prinz from Germany wins the Top 8 playoffs from the [[Players Tour Series 2]] Finals. ==July 2020== *'''2020-07-25''': At the ''Magic'' panel online for [[Comic-Con]]@Home, [[Mark Rosewater]] gives a first look at ''[[Zendikar Rising]]'' and introduces 12-card [[Set Booster]]s and [[The List]]. [[Art card]]s return. *'''2020-07-21''': Paper release of ''[[D&D Mythic Odysseys of Theros]]'' *'''2020-07-17''': Release of '''''[[Jumpstart]]'''''. *'''2020-07-15''': Official launch of the [[Magic: The Gathering Companion]] app. *'''2020-07-15''': ''[[Amonkhet Remastered]]'' will be introduced to [[Historic (format)|Historic]] ([[MTG Arena]]) on August 12, 2020. In addition, ''[[Pioneer Masters]]'' will be released on the same platform at the end of 2020. *'''2020-07-14''': [[Magic esports]] announce their plans for the [[2020-21 Magic Pro League]] and [[2020-21 Rivals League|Rivals League]], introducing the [[League Weekend]], [[Split Championship]]s and the [[Rivals Gauntlet]]. *'''2020-07-13''': In the most recent '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Nexus of Fate</c> is banned in [[Historic (format)|Historic]], <c>Burning-Tree Emissary</c> is suspended in Historic, <c>Oath of Nissa</c> is unbanned in [[Pioneer]], <c>Arcum's Astrolabe</c> is banned in [[Modern]] and <c>Expedition Map</c> and <c>Mystic Sanctuary</c> are banned in [[Pauper]]. *'''2020-07-03''': Release of '''''[[Core Set 2021]]''''' ==June 2020== *'''2020-06-30''': [[WizKids]] reveal the miniature line of ''[[D&D Icons of the Realms: Mythic Odysseys of Theros]]'', to be released in August 2020. *'''2020-06-26''': Release of '''''[[Signature Spellbook: Chandra]]''''' *'''2020-06-21''': William Craddock from the US and Akira Asahara from Japan are the winners of the third and fourth online tournaments in the [[Players Tour Series 2]]. *'''2020-06-14''': [[Elias Watsfeldt]] from Sweden and Ryuji Murae from Japan are the winners of the first two online tournaments in the [[Players Tour Series 2]]. *'''2020-06-12''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair: Ultimate Edition]]''''' *'''2020-06-10''': <c>Invoke Prejudice</c>, <c>Cleanse</c>, <c>Stone-Throwing Devils</c>, <c>Pradesh Gypsies</c>, <c>Jihad</c>, <c>Imprison</c>, and <c>Crusade</c> are removed from [[Gatherer]]'s card database and [[banned]] from [[sanctioned]] tournament play, amidst racism concerns. *'''2020-06-08''': <c>Winota, Joiner of Forces</c> is [[Banned and restricted cards/Timeline|suspended]] in [[Historic (format)|Historic]]. *'''2020-06-01''': <c>Agent of Treachery</c> and <c>Fires of Invention</c> are both [[Banned and restricted cards/Timeline|Banned]] in [[Standard]] and [[Banned and restricted cards/Timeline|Suspended]] in [[Historic (format)|Historic]]. The [[Comprehensive Rules|rules]] for [[Companion]] are changed. *'''2020-06-01''': Release of the '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Summer Superdrop]]''''' ==May 2020== *'''2020-05-29''': [[Elaine Chase]] announces that all outstanding 2020 in-person high-level ''Magic'' events, including [[MagicFest]]s, are cancelled. The new professional seasons will be shifting to online, set-based seasons. *'''2020-05-29''': Websites advertising ''[[Double Masters]]'' VIP Edition reveal that it is a package of 35 cards (21 [[premium]] cards, 10 [[full-art]] [[basic land]]s, 2 full-art premium lands and 2 [[token]]s) sold for $92. *'''2020-05-25''': Reveal of the cards in the ''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Summer Superdrop]]''. Tattoos, mechs, alternate planeswalkers, bolts, and birds. *'''2020-05-21''': Announcement of ''[[Double Masters]]'', to be released on August 7, 2020. *'''2020-05-20''': The [[Mythic Invitational]]s for ''[[Core Set 2021]]'' and ''[[Zendikar Rising]]'' are exchanged for a singular [[Mythic Invitational 2020|Mythic Invitational on August 28-30, 2020]]. *'''2020-05-20''': [[Players Tour Series 2]] changes dates and is moved to [[MTG Arena]]. *'''2020-05-19''': Introduction of the [[Arena Open]], an irregular [[tournament]] with a short duration, high skill cap and monetary rewards featured on [[Magic: The Gathering Arena]]. *'''2020-05-18''': <c>Drannith Magistrate</c> and <c>Winota, Joiner of Forces</c> are [[Banned and restricted cards/Timeline|banned]] in [[Brawl]], <c>Zirda, the Dawnwaker</c> is banned in [[Legacy]], and <c>Lurrus of the Dream-Den</c> is banned in both Legacy and [[Vintage]] (but not in [[Commander (format)|Commander]]). *'''2020-05-15''': Delayed release of ''[[Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths]]'' and ''[[Commander 2020]]'' on continents other than Asia. *'''2020-05-14''': The release date of ''[[Secret Lair: Ultimate Edition]]'' is pushed back to June 12, 2020, because of a delay in manufacturing. *'''2020-05-07''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: The Godzilla Lands]]''''' ==April 2020== *'''2020-04-30''': [[Historic Anthology 3]] (including <c>Ulamog, the Ceaseless Hunger</c> and <c>Phyrexian Obliterator</c>) is coming to [[MTG Arena]] on May 21, 2020. *'''2020-04-30''': ''[[Core Set 2021]]'' comes with the [[Core Set 2021/Arena Starter Kit|Arena Starter Kit]], which is a renamed [[Spellslinger Starter Kit]]. *'''2020-04-27''': [[Planeswalker Points]] and [[Dci numbers|DCI numbers]] are retired. *'''2020-04-20''': [[Jumpstart]]'s release is pushed back to July 17. *'''2020-04-20''': <c>Flash</c> is [[banned]] in [[Commander (format)|Commander]]. *'''2020-04-17''': Release of '''''[[Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths]]''''' in Asia. *'''2020-04-17''': Release of '''''[[Commander 2020]]''''' in Asia. *'''2020-04-17''': An Instagram account leaks the upcoming ''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: The Godzilla Lands]]''. *'''2020-04-13''': <c>Lutri, the Spellchaser</c> is [[banned]] in [[Brawl]]. *'''2020-04-11''': Netflix is reported to work on a [[Magic: The Gathering (movies)#Netflix|live-action ''Magic'' movie]], besides the [[Magic: The Gathering (TV series)|animated series]]. [[Wikipedia:Angelina Jolie|Angelina Jolie]] is reportedly considered for the role of [[Liliana Vess]]. *'''2020-04-07''': Release of the e-book ''[[Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths — Sundered Bond]]'' *'''2020-04-01''': Announcement of ''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: April Fools]]''. *'''2020-04-01''': The remainder of the partial [[2020 Players Tour Season]] is now completedly canceled. ==March 2020== *'''2020-03-27''': Early release of '''''[[Challenger Decks 2020]]'''''. *'''2020-03-24''': It is revealed on Amazon that the [[Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths (e-book)|''Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths'' e-book]] will be published on April 7, 2020 *'''2020-03-13''': Yet another [[Secret Lair]], ''[[Secret Lair: Ultimate Edition]]'', is to be released on May 29, 2020. *'''2020-03-13''': Announcement of ''[[Signature Spellbook: Chandra]]'', which will be released on June 26, 2020. *'''2020-03-13''': Release of [[Mystery Booster/Retail Edition|'''''Mystery Booster'' (Retail Edition)''']]. *'''2020-03-12''': Wizards of the Coast also cancels the [[Players Tour Series 1#Finals (Series 1)|Players Tour Finals Houston (Series 1)]] and the [[Mythic Invitational – Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths]]. *'''2020-03-12''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Thalia - Beyond the Helvault]]'''''. *'''2020-03-12''': [[Wizards of the Coast]], [[StarCityGames]] and [[Nerd Rage Gaming]] cancel gaming events due to the [[Wikipedia:2019–20 coronavirus pandemic|COVID-19 outbreak]]. *'''2020-03-08''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: International Women's Day]]'''''. ==February 2020== *'''2020-02-28''': Yet another [[Secret Lair]], ''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Thalia - Beyond the Helvault]]'', is to be released on March 12, 2020. *'''2020-02-28''': An accidental leak from Penguin Random House reveals ''[[D&D Mythic Odysseys of Theros]]'', a D&D sourcebook to be released on May 19, 2020. *'''2020-02-28''': Release of '''''[[Unsanctioned]]'''''. *'''2020-02-25''': ''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: International Women's Day]]'' is to be released on March 8, 2020. *'''2020-02-20''': [[Box topper]]s will return for ''[[Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths]]''. *'''2020-02-20''': Announcement of ''[[Jumpstart]]'', a [[supplement]]al [[booster]] [[set]] that will be released in conjunction with ''[[Core Set 2021]]'' on July 3, 2020. *'''2020-02-16''': [[Paulo Vitor Damo da Rosa]] wins [[2019 World Championship|World Championship XXVI]]. *'''2020-02-15''': [[VIZ Media]] announces ''[[The Art of Magic: The Gathering - War of the Spark]]'', to be released in Fall 2020. *'''2020-02-14''': Release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Theros Stargazing]]'''''. *'''2020-02-09''': [[Corey Burkhart]] wins [[Players Tour Series 1|Players Tour Phoenix, USA]]. *'''2020-02-07''': It is announced that [[Secret Lair Drop Series: Theros Stargazing|five new Secret Lairs]] will drop during [[2019 World Championship|World Championship XXVI]]. *'''2020-02-02''': In [[Players Tour Series 1]], [[Joel Larsson]] wins Players Tour Europe at Brussels, Belgium, and Kenta Harane wins Players Tour Asia-Pacific at Nagoya, Japan. ==January 2020== *'''2020-01-27''': release of '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Year of the Rat]]''''' *'''2020-01-24''': release of '''''[[Theros Beyond Death]]'''''. *'''2020-01-16''': Announcement of ''[[Secret Lair Drop Series: Year of the Rat]]''. This continuation of the original ''[[Secret Lair Drop Series]]'' becomes available for 24 hours on January 27, 2020. *'''2020-01-14''': [[Hipsters of the Coast]] releases a review of ''[[ManaStrike]]'', an upcoming [[Wikipedia:Rush (video gaming)|tower rush game]] in the ''[[Magic: the Gathering]]'' franchise. *'''2020-01-13''': <c>Oko, Thief of Crowns</c>, <c>Mox Opal</c>, and <c>Mycosynth Lattice</c> are [[banned]] in [[Modern]]. ==December 2019== *'''2019-12-18''': Announcement of ''[[Challenger Decks 2020]]'', a set of four individual [[preconstructed theme deck|preconstructed]] 75-card [[challenger deck]]s that will become available on April 3, 2020. *'''2019-12-18''': Amazon features details on ''[[Magic: The Gathering - Legends]]'', a book written by [[Jay Annelli]], that is to be published on July 7, 2020. *'''2019-12-12''': Introduction of ''[[Magic: Legends]]'', a [[Wikipedia:Massively multiplayer online game|MMORPG]] (massively multiplayer online role-playing game) created by [[Wizards of the Coast]], [[Wikipedia:Cryptic Studios|Cryptic Studios]] and [[Wikipedia:Perfect World (company)|Perfect World]]. It is in its [[Wikipedia:Software release life cycle#Beta|beta phase]]. *'''2019-12-10''': [[MTG Arena]] introduces [[suspended card]]s for the [[Historic (format)|Historic format]]. *'''2019-12-09''': All 24 slots in the [[2020 Magic Pro League season]] have been filled, along with 28 of the 32 slots in the [[Rivals League]]. *'''2019-12-09''': Piotr Glogowski Wins [[Mythic Championship VII]]. *'''2019-12-05''': Introduction of the [[Magic Online Premier Play Program]], replacing the [[Magic Online Championship Series]]. *'''2019-12-03''': Reveal of the first 2020 [[Judge Academy]] [[Judge Gift|promo cards]] *'''2019-12-02''' through '''2019-12-09''': Release of the '''''[[Secret Lair Drop Series]]'''''. ==November 2019== *'''2019-11-25''': Reveal of the ''[[Secret Lair Drop Series]]'', a series of cards in the [[Secret Lair]] product range that will be available in small packages for purchase from [[Wizards of the Coast]], starting December 2, 2019. Each drop lasts for 24 hours. *'''2019-11-21''': the [[Promotional card#Happy Holidays cards|2019 Holiday Promo Card]] is <c>Decorated Knight</c> *'''2019-11-18''': In the most recent '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Oko, Thief of Crowns</c>, <c>Once Upon a Time</c> and <c>Veil of Summer</c> are banned in [[Standard]]. *'''2019-11-15''': Release of '''''[[Game Night 2019]]'''''. *'''2019-11-15''': Release of the '''''[[Throne of Eldraine]]'' [[Gift packages|Gift Edition]]'''. *'''2019-11-10''': [[Ondřej Stráský]] wins [[Mythic Championship VI Richmond]]. *'''2019-11-08''': Release of '''''[[Challenger Decks 2019 Japan]]'''''. *'''2019-11-07''': Reveal of the '''''[[Mystery Booster]]''''', a [[booster]] product containing cards from earlier sets that can be used for [[Chaos Draft]]. The packs also contain "[[test card]]s" that are not meant for [[Constructed]] play. They feature various new mechanics. *'''2019-11-05''': Release of the ''[[War of the Spark: Forsaken]]'' novel by [[Greg Weisman]]. *'''2019-11-05''': <c>Oko, Thief of Crowns</c> is banned in [[Brawl]]. *'''2019-11-04''': <c>Felidar Guardian</c>, <c>Leyline of Abundance</c>, and <c>Oath of Nissa</c> are banned in [[Pioneer]]. ==October 2019== *'''2019-10-30''': [[Gavin Verhey]] announces a series of new [[Commander (format)|Commander]] products: ''[[Commander 2020]]'' (released with ''[[Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths]]''), ''[[Zendikar Rising]]'' [[Zendikar Rising#Preconstructed decks|Commander decks]], ''[[Commander Collection: Green]]'' and ''[[Commander Legends]]'' (which is designed to be [[draft]]ed). *'''2019-10-30''': A major [[leak]] for ''[[Theros Beyond Death]]'' hits the social media. *'''2019-10-23''': Release of the final chapter of the ''[[The Gathering Storm]]'' by [[Django Wexler]] *'''2019-10-22''': Release of '''''[[Ponies: The Galloping]]''''' *'''2019-10-21''': Introduction of [[Pioneer]] for [[tabletop]] ''[[Magic: The Gathering]]'' and [[Magic Online]], a [[constructed]] [[format]] that allows [[expansion]] [[set]]s and [[core set]]s from ''[[Return to Ravnica]]'' forward. *'''2019-10-21''': In the most recent '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Field of the Dead</c> is banned in [[Standard]], and <c>Arcum's Astrolabe</c> is banned in [[Pauper]]. *'''2019-10-11''': The release date for ''[[Theros Beyond Death]]'' is set on January 24, 2020. For ''[[Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths]]'' it is April 24, 2020. *'''2019-10-10''': A special ''[[Throne of Eldraine]]'' [[Gift packages|Gift Edition]] will be released for the holidays on November 15. *'''2019-10-10''': [[Blake Rasmussen]] teases [[Mystery booster]]s, which will remain unexplained until [[MagicFest]] Richmond, November 7. *'''2019-10-10''': Reveal of the ''[[Game Night 2019]]'' exclusive cards. *'''2019-10-10''': Announcement of ''[[Unsanctioned]]'', an [[Un-set]] to be released in on February 29, 2020. *'''2019-10-04''': Release of '''''[[Throne of Eldraine]]'''''. *'''2019-10-04''': Reveal of ''[[Ponies: The Galloping]]'', is a three-card charity [[promo]]tional card set is a crossover with [[Hasbro]]'s ''[[Wikipedia:My Little Pony|My Little Pony]]'' franchise. ==September 2019== *'''2019-09-24''': MtG Japan announces a set of [[Challenger Decks 2019 Japan|Japanese exclusive Challenger Decks]], to be released in November 2019. *'''2019-09-15''': [[Reid Duke]] is chosen as the only member of the [[2019]] class of the [[Hall of Fame]]. *'''2019-09-04''': The [[WPN]] website features an announcement of ''[[Game Night 2019]]'', to be released on November 15, 2019. *'''2019-09-04''': Announcement of the 2020 sets: ''[[Theros Beyond Death]]'', ''[[Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths]]'', ''[[Core Set 2021]]'' and ''[[Zendikar Rising]]''. ==August 2019== *'''2019-08-23''': Release of '''''[[Commander 2019]]'''''. *'''2019-08-19''': [[Wizards of the Coast]] launches the open beta of the [[Magic: The Gathering Companion]] app, a home [[tournament]] organizer. The [[Magic: The Gathering Portal]] app is consequently cancelled. *'''2019-08-14''': Starting in August 2020, ''Magic: the Gathering’s'' [[Organized Play]] calendar will be moving back to seasons that are split over multiple calendar years. In order to fill the gap, the [[2020 Magic Pro League season]] will be shortened to seven months. There will be no 2020 [[World Championship]]. *'''2019-08-14''': [[Elaine Chase]] announces several improvements to the [[Organized Play]] structure, including the creation of the [[Rivals League]], the [[MPL Gauntlet]], the [[Players Tour]] and [[Player Points]] for [[tabletop]] gaming. ==July 2019== *'''2019-07-28''': The [[Mythic Championship IV]] in Barcelona, Spain, is won by Thoralf Severin. *'''2019-07-27''': The [[Judge#Judge Program|Judge Program]] is ending, to be replaced with a Judge Academy that will require a yearly subscription fee. *'''2019-07-25''': The e-book ''[[Throne of Eldraine: The Wildered Quest]]'' will be published on September 4, 2019. This will be the only way to read the full ''Throne of Eldraine'' story. *'''2019-07-25''': Wizards of the Coast announce that going forward the [[Magic Story|''Magic'' story]] will be told through e-books rather than weekly episodic stories. *'''2019-07-23''': Release of the ''[[Magic: The Gathering - Rise of the Gatewatch]]'' visual guide. *'''2019-07-20''': ''[[Throne of Eldraine]]'' is announced to be inspired by the romantic [[Wikipedia:King Arthur|Arthurian legend]] of [[Wikipedia:Camelot|Camelot]] and [[Wikipedia:Grimms' Fairy Tales|Grimms' Fairy Tales]]. *'''2019-07-18''': The fall set is revealed to be named ''[[Throne of Eldraine]]''. *'''2019-07-17''': ''[[Commander 2019]]'' decks are rumored to each have a returning [[keyword ability]] as its main theme. The four featured abilities are [[populate]], [[flashback]], [[morph]], and [[madness]]. *'''2019-07-12''': Official release of '''''[[Core Set 2020]]'''''. *'''2019-07-04''': New [[comic]] series announced by [[IDW Publishing|IDW]]: ''[[Magic: The Gathering - Chandra – Trials of Alara]]''. ==June 2019== *'''2019-06-28''': The [[Pauper]] [[format]] gains official [[tabletop]] support. *'''2019-06-28''': Official release of '''''[[Signature Spellbook: Gideon]]'''''. *'''2019-06-27''': Release of ''[[Ravnica Inquisition]]'', a social deduction game set on [[Ravnica]]. *'''2019-06-27''': Reveal of the [[Comic-Con#SDCC 2019|San Diego Comic-Con 2019 promos]], featuring [[Nicol Bolas]] and his four [[God-Eternal]]s. *'''2019-06-23''': The [[Mythic Championship III]] is won by the Argentinian [[challenger]] Matias Leveratto, who defeats [[MPL]] member [[Brad Nelson]] in the finals. *'''2019-06-14''': Official release of '''''[[Modern Horizons]]'''''. *'''2019-06-13''': It is revealed that 1:45 cards in ''[[Core Set 2020]]'' are [[foil]], instead of the usual 1:67. *'''2019-06-13''': Instead of closing, it is announced that [https://www.mtgsalvation.com/articles/49778-a-new-and-exciting-beginning the MTG Salvation forums are sold to the "Magic Find" website]. However, the current staff are already working on their own site: ''MTGNexus''. *'''2019-06-03''': [[Wikipedia:Netflix|Netflix]] announces the production of an upcoming animated [[Magic: The Gathering (TV series)|''Magic: The Gathering'' TV series]]. ==May 2019== *'''2019-05-29''': The [[MTG Salvation]] forums announce that they will be closing on July 8th, 2019. The owner has made it known that it no longer can justify the development, infrastructure, and maintenance costs of the site compared to their other projects. Admins and mods are working on a replacement. *'''2019-05-23''': [[Blake Rasmussen]] introduces the ''[[Modern Horizons Art Series]]'', a series of 54 [[art card]]s that can be found as a bonus in ''[[Modern Horizons]]'' [[booster pack]]s. *'''2019-05-13''': [[Gerry Thompson]] quits the [[MPL]], because of the lack of transparency in the organization and the unwillingness of [[Wizards of the Coast]] to listen to feedback. *'''2019-05-09''': Following up on Yuuya Watanabe's disqualification for marked sleeves at Mythic Championship II, he is banned from [[DCI]]-sanctioned events for 30 months, is removed from the [[MPL]], and is removed from the ''Magic'' [[Hall of Fame]]. *'''2019-05-09''': Anyone who had their [[War of the Spark/Mythic Edition|''War of the Spark'' Mythic Edition]] order cancelled, receives an uncut [[foil]] [[print sheet]] of [[Mythic]] and [[Rare]] cards from ''War of the Spark''. *'''2019-05-03''': Official release of '''''[[War of the Spark]]'''''. *'''2019-05-02''': Sales of the [[War of the Spark/Mythic Edition|''War of the Spark'' Mythic Edition]] break down the eBay Hasbro Store. All 12,000 units sell out within five minutes, causing various problems. ==April 2019== *'''2019-04-25''': Eli Loveman wins [[Mythic Championship London 2019]]. [[Yuuya Watanabe]] is disqualified after Round 16 for having [[marked card]]s. *'''2019-04-25''': [[Magic esports]] [https://twitter.com/MagicEsports/status/1121413556833067008 announce] without explanation that [[Autumn Burchett]] is joining the [[MPL]]. In effect, they replace [[Owen Turtenwald]] who has been removed without an official reason given. *'''2019-04-23''': Release of the ''[[War of the Spark: Ravnica]]'' novel by [[Greg Weisman]]. *'''2019-04-22''': All 36 planeswalker have a 50% chance that the regular artwork of the planeswalker card will be replaced by an anime-style alternate art card in Japanese-language ''[[War of the Spark]]'' [[booster]]s only. The Japanese boosters are made available to retailers around the world. *'''2019-04-18''': Reveal of the ''[[War of the Spark/Mythic Edition|War of the Spark Mythic Edition]]''. *'''2019-04-18''': Announcement of ''[[Signature Spellbook: Gideon]]'', to be released on April 28, 2019. *'''2019-04-15''': It is revealed that ''[[War of the Spark: Forsaken]]'', the second ''[[Ravnica]]'' novel by [[Greg Weisman]], will be released on November 5, 2019. *'''2019-04-12''': Release of the '''''[[Challenger Decks 2019]]'''''. ==March 2019== *'''2019-03-31''': Official spoilers reveal [[uncommon]] and [[rare]] [[planeswalker]]s in ''[[War of the Spark]]''. The main mechanics are [[proliferate]] and [[amass]]. *'''2019-03-31''': [[Andrea Mengucci]] wins the [[Magic Invitational]]. *'''2019-03-27''': [[Esports|Magic Esports]] [https://twitter.com/MagicEsports/status/1110954663501656064 Twitter] announces that [[Owen Turtenwald]] is not participating in the [[Mythic Invitational]] and is replaced with [[Brian David-Marshall]]. No reason is given. *'''2019-03-27''': Release of the [[Relic Tokens#Legendary Collection]] by [[UltraPro]] *'''2019-03-25''': Soft launch of ''[[Valor's Reach (mobile game)|Valor's Reach]]'', a ''[[Magic]]'' inspired mobile game developed by [[Wikipedia:Niantic (company)|Seismic Games]]. *'''2019-03-15''': It is revealed at the Emerald City [[Comic-Con]] (ECCC) that [[Django Wexler]] will write a 20 chapter prequel ‘novel’ to ''[[War of the Spark: Ravnica]]'' that will become available through the website of publisher [[Wikipedia:Del Rey Books|Del Rey]] (part of [[Wikipedia:Random House|Random House]]) instead of at [[Magicthegathering.com]]. *'''2019-03-15''': [[Sam Stoddard]] and [[Mark Globus]] leave Wizards of the Coast. *'''2019-03-12''': Introduction of [[WPN Premium]], excellent stores that earn exclusive events, priority and recognition in the Store and Event Locator, upgraded promo materials, etc. *'''2019-03-12''': Beginning with ''Core Set 2020'', the four-level system of classifying [[WPN]]-shops and the support they receive is replaced by a system based on [[Ticket]]s and [[Engaged Player]]s. The first is meant to measure quantity, the second is an attempt to measure quality. *'''2019-03-12''': Wizards of the Coast announces [[WPN promo pack]]s to replace dedicated promo cards for [[FNM]], [[Draft Weekend]] and [[Magic Weekend]], starting with ''[[Core Set 2020]]''. *'''2019-03-11''': [[Banned and restricted cards/Timeline|Banned and restricted list update]]: No changes. *'''2019-03-08''': It is confirmed that ''[[War of the Spark]]'' will feature 36 all-new [[planeswalker]] cards. ==February 2019== *'''2019-02-28''': [[Wizards of the Coast]] announces a new product called ''[[Modern Horizons]]'', a [[Modern]]-legal set that will not be legal in [[Standard]]. *'''2019-02-24''': The [[Mythic Championship Cleveland 2019]] is won by [[Autumn Burchett]], the first non-male player to have won a [[Pro Tour]], as well as the first English Pro Tour champion. *'''2019-02-21''': It is announced that a new [[mulligan]] rule will be tested at the Mythic Championship II in London, England. *'''2019-02-20''': Details are revealed about the [[2019 World Championship]], how [[Challenger]]s can qualify for [[Mythic Championship]]s through [[Mythic Championship Qualifier]]s and about the [[Mythic Qualifier Weekend]]. *'''2019-02-17''': Yves Sele wins [[Grand Prix]] Strasbourg, and Jody Keith wins Grand Prix Memphis. *'''2019-02-15''': [[WPN]] announces that [[Magic League]] will be omitted from ''War of the Spark'' and all seasons for the foreseeable future. *'''2019-02-15''': Release of the '''''[[Ravnica Allegiance]]'' [[Ravnica Allegiance/Guild Kits|Guild Kits]]'''. *'''2019-02-14''': An advertisement shows up for ''[[Ravnica Inquisition]]'', an original ''Magic'' board game published by [[WizKids]]. It is expected to be released in June 2019. *'''2019-02-14''': In addition to the [[traditional]] [[Banned and restricted cards|ban list]], <c>Nexus of Fate</c> is '''banned''' from [[Arena Standard]]. *'''2019-02-11''': Controversially, a [[War of the Spark#Events|''War of the Spark'' prerelease event]] is revealed to take place at the [[MagicFest]] London on April 26–28, including the [[Grand Prix]] main event, heavily competing with local events. *'''2019-02-10''': Michael Rapp wins [[Grand Prix]] Toronto. *'''2019-02-03''': Jarron Puszet wins [[Grand Prix]] Sydney. ==January 2019== *'''2019-01-31''': Details of the [[Mythic Invitational]] taking place at PAX East, featuring 64 players competing for a prize pool of $1,000,000, are announced. *'''2019-01-27''': Max Williams wins [[Grand Prix]] New Jersey. *'''2019-01-25''': Release of '''''[[Ravnica Allegiance]]'''''. *'''2019-01-21''': In the most recent '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Krark-Clan Ironworks</c> is banned in [[Modern]]. *'''2019-01-13''': [[Pascal Vieren]] wins [[Grand Prix]] Prague. *'''2019-01-12''': [[Gavin Verhey]] discloses that a new [[Signature Spellbook]] is lined up for release. *'''2019-01-12''': [[Gavin Verhey]] reveals the return of the [[Challenger Deck series]]. The [[Challenger Decks 2019|2019 version]] releases on April 12. *'''2019-01-10''': [[Magicthegathering.com]] reveals the name of third set in "[[Guilds of Ravnica block]]": ''[[War of the Spark]]''. *'''2019-01-09''': Alex Bertoncini [https://www.hipstersofthecoast.com/2019/01/alex-bertoncini-given-lifetime-suspension-from-magic-by-the-dci-mtg/ receives a lifetime DCI ban]. *'''2019-01-06''': [[Eli Kassis]] wins [[Grand Prix]] Oakland. *'''2019-01-01''': Release of ''[[The Art of Magic: The Gathering - Ravnica]]'' by [[VIZ Media]]. ==December 2018== [[File:Magic esports logo.png|150 px|right]] *'''2018-12-30''': Jason Fleurant wins [[Grand Prix]] Vancouver. *'''2018-12-16''': France wins the [[2018 World Magic Cup]]. *'''2018-12-12''': Release of the first issue of the ''[[Magic: The Gathering - Chandra]]'' [[comic]] by [[IDW Publishing|IDW]]. *'''2018-12-12''': Release of [[Wikipedia:Brandon Sanderson|Brandon Sanderson]]’s novella, ''[[Magic: Children of the Nameless]]''. Written in collaboration with the [[Magic]]’s [[Creative|story team]] at [[Wizards of the Coast]], and featuring a mysterious new [[planeswalker]] named [[Davriel]]. *'''2018-12-09''': The Mexican [[World Magic Cup]] team (Daniel Becerra, [[Marcelino Freeman]], and Dagoberto Silva) wins [[Grand Prix]] Liverpool. Tyler Putnam wins [[Grand Prix]] Portland. *'''2018-12-07''': Release of '''''[[Ultimate Masters]]'''''. *'''2018-12-06''': Announcement that there will be four [[Pro Tour]]s in 2019, instead of the previously mentioned six. They are rebranded as [[Mythic Championship]]s. Mythic Championships will also be featured on [[MTG Arena]]. *'''2018-12-06''': Announcement of the introduction of [[Magic esports]]. Also introducing the [[Magic Pro League]] (MPL), consisting of 32 pro players. *'''2018-12-06''': [[Wizards of the Coast]] announces the termination of [[Nationals]], [[Pro Points]], the [[Pro Players Club]] in present form, and the [[World Magic Cup]]. *'''2018-12-03''': Release of the ''[[Heroes of Dominaria]]'' board game by [[WizKids]]. *'''2018-12-02''': Atsushi Nakashima wins the [[Standard]] [[Grand Prix]] in Shizuoka. *'''2018-12-01''': [[Teruya Kakumae]] wins the [[Legacy]] [[Grand Prix]] in Shizuoka. ==November 2018== *'''2018-11-28''': Release of ''[[D&D Icons of the Realms: Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica]]'' *'''2018-11-25''': [[Eduardo Sajgalik]] wins [[Grand Prix]] Warsaw. *'''2018-11-20''': Release of ''[[D&D Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica]]'' *'''2018-11-18''': Taiga Tsujikawa wins [[Grand Prix]] Melbourne, and [[Adrian Sullivan]] wins Grand Prix Milwaukee. *'''2018-11-16''': Release of ''Magic '''[[Game Night]]''''' and the seasonal [[Gift Pack]] *'''2018-11-11''': In a top eight dominated by aggressive white decks, [[Andrew Elenbogen]] wins '''[[Pro Tour Guilds of Ravnica|Pro Tour ''Guilds of Ravnica'']]''' after defeating [[Luis Scott-Vargas]] in the final. *'''2018-11-03''': Preview cards appear online for a promotional ''[[Magic]]'' [[set]] of 40 [[full-art]] [[foil]] [[card]]s, later to be revealed a [[box topper]] set that comes with ''[[Ultimate Masters]]'' that is to be released on December 7, 2018. *'''2018-11-02''': Release of the '''''[[Guilds of Ravnica]]'' [[Guilds of Ravnica/Guild Kits|Guild Kits]]'''. ==October 2018== *'''2018-10-28''': Etienne Busson wins [[Grand Prix]] after defeating [[Gabriel Nassif]] in the final. *'''2018-10-27''': It is announced that for ''[[Ravnica Allegiance]]'', [[Wizards of the Coast]] will be selling "[[Collector's Booster]]s" that contain 15 cards for $12.99: 2 [[foil]]s of any rarity, 3 [[rare]]s/[[mythic rare]]s and 10 [[uncommon]]s. This is a very limited experimental test run. Collector's Boosters will only be available in Japan and North America, and even there won't be widely available. *'''2018-10-26''': This year's [[Promotional card#Happy Holidays cards|Happy Holidays card]] is <c>Bog Humbugs</c> *'''2018-10-23''': Release of ''[[Magic: The Gathering - Concepts and Legends]]'' by [[VIZ Media]]. *'''2018-10-14''': The team of [[Ken Yukuhiro]], Rei Sato, and [[Kentaro Yamamoto]] wins [[Grand Prix]] Nagoya, and the team of Jack Dobbin, Jacob Baugh, and Andrew Tenjum wins Grand Prix Denver. *'''2018-10-07''': Christopher Leonard wins [[Grand Prix]] Montreal, and [[Mark Jacobson]] wins Grand Prix Mexico City. *'''2018-10-05''': Release of the main '''''[[Guilds of Ravnica]]''''' set and the '''''[[Spellslinger Starter Kit]]'''''. *'''2018-10-04''': [[Grand Prix]] get a new look and a new name: [[MagicFest]]. These weekends play host to the Grand Prix main event but also include side events, artists, panels, qualifying tournaments, etc. Each [[Pro Tour]] in 2019 will be hosted at a MagicFest. *'''2018-10-03''': Release of the '''''[[Guilds of Ravnica/Mythic Edition|Guilds of Ravnica Mythic Edition]]''''' *'''2018-10-01''': Daniel Ward is suspended for 6 months following the disqualification at [[Pro Tour 25th Anniversary]]. ==September 2018== *'''2018-09-23''': The '''[[2018 World Championship]]''' concludes with [[Javier Dominguez]] defeating [[Grzegorz Kowalski]] in the final to become the new [[World Championship|World Champion]]. *'''2018-09-23''': The Ultimate Guard Pro Team, consisting of [[Reid Duke]], [[Owen Turtenwald]], [[William Jensen]], [[Jon Finkel]], [[Andrew Cuneo]], and [[Paul Rietzl]], defeats Hareruya Latin in the final of the [[Pro Tour Team Series]]. *'''2018-09-21''': The 2018 class of the [[Hall of Fame]] is announced: [[Seth Manfield]] and [[Lee Shi Tian]]. *'''2018-09-21''': The [[2018 World Championship]] begins, and [[Gerry Thompson]] [https://www.reddit.com/r/magicTCG/comments/9hqyav/im_gerry_thompson_a_professional_magic_player_and/ protests the state of professional ''Magic'' by refusing to participate]. *'''2018-09-19''': Release of the ''[[Creature Forge: Overwhelming Swarm]]'' [[miniatures]] line by [[WizKids]]. *'''2018-09-16''': After the former finished eighth at [[Grand Prix]] Stockholm, the [[2017–18 Pro Tour Season]] concludes with a tie in the [[Player of the Year]] race between [[Luis Salvatto]] and [[Seth Manfield]]. The tie is to be settled in a future playoff. Meanwhile, Samuel Ihlenfeldt becomes the 2017–18 [[Rookie of the Year]]. *'''2018-09-16''': [[Grand Prix]] Hong Kong is won by Xu Fei, and Grand Prix Stockholm is won by [[Ondřej Stráský]]. *'''2018-09-09''': The team of William Courson, Antonio Perez, and Andrew Koko Lopez wins [[Grand Prix]] Detroit. *'''2018-09-06''': [https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/competitive-gaming/2019-feature-six-pro-tours-2018-09-06 The 2019 Pro Tour schedule is revealed] to include six [[Pro Tour]]s, two more than the previous custom. Pro Tours going forward are also no longer tied to set releases, and will each be smaller (200-300 players) than current events (400-500 players). *'''2018-09-02''': Alex Hon wins the [[Standard]] [[Grand Prix]] in Richmond after defeating [[Mike Sigrist]] in the final. Jose Alvarez, in third-place, becomes the first player from the Dominican Republic to finish in the top eight of a Grand Prix. *'''2018-09-01''': ''[[Guilds of Ravnica]]'' is revealed to feature a [[Guilds of Ravnica/Mythic Edition|Mythic Edition]], a special [[draft]]-sized [[booster box]] exclusively sold in the U.S and Canada. It contains eight [[masterpieces]]. *'''2018-09-01''': ''[[War of the Spark: Ravnica]]'', a novel written by [[Greg Weisman]], is announced to be released in April 2019. This is the first major ''[[Magic]]'' novel after an eight year break. *'''2018-09-01''': The inclusion of [[shock land]]s in ''[[Guilds of Ravnica]]'' is revealed at [[PAX]] West. *'''2018-09-01''': [[Andrew Cuneo]] wins the [[Legacy]] [[Grand Prix]] in Richmond after beating Lucien Longlais in the final. ==August 2018== *'''2018-08-28''': Announcement of ''[[Game Night]]'', an introductory [[box set]] designed for [[multiplayer]] play with 5 exclusive new cards. It is to be released on November 16, 2018. The same announcement provides details about the seasonal [[Gift Pack]], to be released on the same day. This product also contains 5 exclusive new cards. *'''2018-08-26''': Lauri Pispa wins [[Grand Prix]] Prague after defeating Theau Mery in the finals. *'''2018-08-19''': Daniel Duffee wins [[Grand Prix]] Providence, and Logan Nettles wins Grand Prix Los Angeles. *'''2018-08-16''': An [https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/organized-play/august-16-2018-pro-tour-update-2018-08-16 update to Premier Play] details changes to the new cycle system in the [[Pro Players Club]], changes in the [[Magic Pro Tour Team Series]], and the introduction of pro player advisers. *'''2018-08-13''': [[Blake Rasmussen]] announces the ''[[Spellslinger Starter Kit]]'', a [[2-Player Starter Set]] that is to be released on October 5, 2018. *'''2018-08-12''': [[Jérémy Dezani]] wins [[Grand Prix]] Brussels, and Gabriel Joglar wins Grand Prix Orlando. *'''2018-08-12''': [https://www.amazon.com/dp/1419736477/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_DlhCBb4NY1QEK Amazon] reveals the planned publication of ''[[Magic: The Gathering - Rise of the Gatewatch]]'', a visual guide to the [[Gatewatch]] that is to be published on April 2, 2019. *'''2018-08-08''': [[Wizards of the Coast]] and [[IDW Publishing]] announce the release of a new [[comics]] series called ''[[Magic: The Gathering - Chandra]]'', to be started in November 2018. *'''2018-08-05''': '''[[Pro Tour 25th Anniversary]]''' concludes with the team of [[Allen Wu]], [[Ben Hull]], and [[Gregory Orange]] winning the event after defeating [[Josh Utter-Leyton]], [[Ben Stark]], and [[Martin Jůza]] in the finals. *'''2018-08-05''': [[Pro_Tour_25th_Anniversary#Silver_Showcase|The Silver Showcase]] exhibition event is won by [[Stanislav Cifka]], who won the final against Jason Chan, also known as Amaz. ==July 2018== *'''2018-07-27''': Announcement of the ''[[D&D Icons of the Realms: Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica]] miniatures line, to be released by [[WizKids]] in November, 2018. *'''2018-07-22''': Guillem Salvador Arnal wins [[Grand Prix]] Chiba, and Richard Liu wins Grand Prix Sacramento. *'''2018-07-22''': [https://www.amazon.com/dp/0786966599/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1532273435&sr=8-4-fkmr0&keywords=master+guide+to+ravnica Amazon] leaks the release of the ''[[D&D Guildmasters' Guide to Ravnica]]'' (November 20, 2018). This is the first official crossover between ''[[Wikipedia:Dungeons & Dragons|Dungeons & Dragons]]'' and ''Magic: The Gathering'', both owned by [[Wizards of the Coast]]. *'''2018-07-19''': Announcement of ''[[The Art of Magic: The Gathering - Ravnica]]'', to be released in January 2019. *'''2018-07-13''': Reveal of the [[Magic: The Gathering Arena#Exclusive cards|''Magic: The Gathering Arena'' exclusive cards]] *'''2018-07-13''': Release of '''''[[Core Set 2019]]'''''. *'''2018-07-08''': [[Grand Prix]] São Paulo is won by Jose Luis Echeverria Paredes. *'''2018-07-03''': Release of ''[[The Art of Magic: The Gathering - Dominaria]]''. *'''2018-07-01''': Matti Kuisma becomes the first Finnish [[Grand Prix]] champion after taking down GP Barcelona, defeating [[Louis Deltour]] in the finals. ==June 2018== *'''2018-06-28''': The announcement of the Silver Showcase, a $150,000 tournament to take place at [[Pro Tour 25th Anniversary]]. *'''2018-06-24''': [[Yuuki Ichikawa]] wins [[Grand Prix]] Singapore, while Braham Thomas wins Grand Prix Pittsburgh. *'''2018-06-22''': Release of '''''[[Global Series: Jiang Yanggu & Mu Yanling]]'''''. *'''2018-06-17''': Michael Bernat wins the [[Limited]] [[Grand Prix]] in Las Vegas. *'''2018-06-17''': A live streamed triple ''[[Beta]]'' [[Rochester draft]] is hosted at [[Grand Prix]] Las Vegas. Two pieces of [[Power 9]] and three [[Dual_land#Original_dual_lands|dual lands]] are opened in the event that was ultimately won by Tim Revera, who claimed the prize of $2500 and a [[Starter deck]] of ''[[Alpha]]''. *'''2018-06-16''': [[Matt Nass]] wins the [[Modern]] [[Grand Prix]] at Las Vegas, the second time in 2018 Nass wins a Grand Prix with <c>Krark-Clan Ironworks</c> combo. [[Martin Jůza]], who finished 3rd, becomes the first player to get 30 Grand Prix top eights. *'''2018-06-15''': Release of '''''[[Signature Spellbook: Jace]]'''''. *'''2018-06-10''': Tobias Maurer defeats Francisco Sanchez to become the champion of [[Grand Prix]] Copenhagen. *'''2018-06-08''': Release of '''''[[Commander Anthology Volume II]]''''' and '''''[[Battlebond]]'''''. *'''2018-06-08''': [[Ari Nieh]] wins [[The Great Designer Search 3]]. *'''2018-06-03''': [[Wyatt Darby]] wins '''[[Pro Tour Dominaria|Pro Tour ''Dominaria'']]''' after a top 8 playoff dominated by decks featuring <c>Goblin Chainwhirler</c>, defeating Gonçalo Pinto in the final. *'''2018-06-02''': The Draft Master and Constructed Master races for the [[2018 World Championship]] are decided, with Elias Watsfeldt taking the Draft Master slot and [[Matt Severa]] taking the Constructed Master slot. ==May 2018== *'''2018-05-27''': [[Grand Prix]] Washington, D.C. is won by the team of Peter Ingram, [[Petr Sochůrek]], and Andrew Tenjum. *'''2018-05-20''': The team of Morgan McLaughlin, Chris Harabas, and [[Lucas Siow]] wins [[Grand Prix]] Toronto. *'''2018-05-18''': [[Wizards of the Coast]] announces three new [[Ravnica]] sets: ''[[Guilds of Ravnica]]'' (October 5th, 2018), ''[[Ravnica Allegiance]]'' (January 2019) and an unnamed third set (presumably April 2019). The storyline gears up for the final showdown with [[Nicol Bolas]]. *'''2018-05-13''': [[Simon Nielsen]] wins [[Grand Prix]] Birmingham ([[Standard]]) after beating Leo Lahonen in the final. *'''2018-05-12''': Gary Campbell defeats [[Grzegorz Kowalski]] in the final of [[Grand Prix]] Birmingham ([[Legacy]]) and becomes the oldest-ever Grand Prix champion at 52 years of age. *'''2018-05-10''': The [[banned]] list for [[Brawl]] is seperated from the [[Standard]] banned list. <c>Baral, Chief of Compliance</c> and <c>Sorcerous Spyglass</c> are banned. *'''2018-05-06''': [[Grand Prix]] events in Beijing and Dallas/Fort Worth are won by Zhiyang Zhang and Robert Brown, respectively. *'''2018-05-05''': ''[[Core Set 2019]]'' [[common]]s discovered in ''[[Dominaria]]'' [[booster pack]]s. ==April 2018== *'''2018-04-29''': Antonio Pinto, Davide Miani, and Usama Sajjad win [[Grand Prix]] Bologna. Meanwhile, David Goldfarb, Edgar Magalhaes, and Jacob Baugh win Grand Prix Colombus. *'''2018-04-27''': [[Wizards of the Coast]] and [[VIZ Media]] announce the publication of ''[[Magic: The Gathering - Concepts and Legends]]'' (Fall 2018). *'''2018-04-27''': Release of '''''[[Dominaria]]'''''. *'''2018-04-18''': The MTG Wiki implements [[Scryfall]] card links. *'''2018-04-16''': [[Banned and restricted cards/Timeline|Banned and restricted list update]]: No changes. *'''2018-04-15''': [[Matt Nass]] wins [[Grand Prix]] Hartford, beating Michael Mapson in the final. *'''2018-04-15''': [[Grand Prix]] Sydney is won by the team of Jessica Estephan, Ryan Lewis-Jonns, and Lachlan Saunders, with Estephan becoming the first female Grand Prix champion in the history of the game. *'''2018-04-08''': Gan Yan wins the [[Standard]] [[Grand Prix]] in Seattle, and in doing so, completing the first ever 18–0 at the Grand Prix level. *'''2018-04-07''': Daniel Duterte wins the [[Legacy]] [[Grand Prix]] in Seattle, defeating [[Jérémy Dezani]] in the final. *'''2018-04-06''': Release of last [[Duel Decks]], '''''[[Duel Decks: Elves vs. Inventors|Elves vs. Inventors]]''''', and the first series of '''[[Challenger Decks]]'''. *'''2018-04-01''': Jeroen Kreijne, Simon Geurts, and Pim Heijne win [[Grand Prix]] Amsterdam. ==March 2018== *'''2018-03-25''': Ryouichi Yamamoto, Yuusuke Matsubara, and Kazuki Takamura win [[Grand Prix]] Kyoto. *'''2018-03-21''': The release of an exclusive [[Buy-a-Box]] promo for ''[[Dominaria]]'' sparks [[Dominaria#Promotional cards|fierce criticism]]. *'''2018-03-18''': Steve Locke claims his second [[Grand Prix]] trophy of the season after defeating Pierson Laughlin in the final of Grand Prix Phoenix. *'''2018-03-16''': Release of '''''[[Masters 25]]'''''. *'''2018-03-11''': The team of Christoph Green, Ben Jones, and Charles Eliatamby defeat Michael Bonde, Andreas Petersen, and [[Thomas Enevoldsen]] to become the champions of [[Grand Prix]] Madrid. Meanwhile, Grand Prix Santiago is won by Sebastian Pozzo, [[Luis Salvatto]], and [[Lucas Berthoud]], who took down [[Willy Edel]], Juliano Gennari Souza, and [[Thiago Saporito]] in the final. *'''2018-03-09''': [[Wizards of the Coast]] China accidently publishes the [http://media.wizards.com/2018/downloads/DOM_Release_Notes/EN_MTGDOM_ReleaseNotes.docx ''Dominaria'' Release Notes]. *'''2018-03-04''': Dmitriy Butakov becomes the first repeat champion of the [[Magic Online Championship Series]] after besting [[Steve Rubin]] in the final. ==February 2018== *'''2018-02-25''': Tyler Schroeder wins [[Grand Prix]] Memphis. *'''2018-02-18''': [[Grzegorz Kowalski]] becomes the [[Grand Prix]] Lyon champion after defeating [[Marcio Carvalho]] in the final. *'''2018-02-18''': Pictures from Toy Fair 2018 reveal ''[[Dominaria]]'' packaging, ''[[Core Set 2019]]'' [[Bolas]] key art and the upcoming board game ''[[Heroes of Dominaria]]''. *'''2018-02-14''': ''[[Global Series: Jiang Yanggu & Mu Yanling]]'' (June 22nd) will be two 60-card decks, designed by a team of Chinese artists, writers, and folklorists to explore a new branch of ''Magic'' lore rooted in Chinese aesthetics and mythology. *'''2018-02-14''': ''[[Signature Spellbook: Jace]]'' (June 15th) will be the first installment of a new series, themed around [[Planeswalker]]s and the [[spell]]s that define them. *'''2018-02-14''': Also announcing ''[[Commander Anthology Volume II]]'' (June 8th) and ''[[Commander 2018]]'' (August 10th). *'''2018-02-14''': Announcement of ''[[Battlebond]]'', designed specifically for [[Two-Headed Giant]] play. To be released on June 8th. *'''2018-02-14''': Valentine's [[Announcement Day]] introducing the [[Magic: The Gathering Portal]] app, to be released in 2018. *'''2018-02-12''': [[Banned and restricted cards/Timeline|Banned and restricted list update]]: <c>Bloodbraid Elf</c> and <c>Jace, the Mind Sculptor</c> are unbanned in [[Modern]]. *'''2018-02-11''': Daniel Ward wins [[Grand Prix]] Toronto after beating [[Jon Stern]] in the final. *'''2018-02-05''': [[Blake Rasmussen]] announces the return of nontoken [[Friday Night Magic]] [[FNM card|promo cards]], starting with ''[[Dominaria]]''. *'''2018-02-04''': [[Luis Salvatto]], equipped with Lantern Control, defeats [[Gerry Thompson]] to become the champion of '''[[Pro Tour Rivals of Ixalan|Pro Tour ''Rivals of Ixalan'']]'''. ==January 2018== *'''2018-01-28''': Mexican players win both of the weekend's [[Grand Prix]] events as [[Marcelino Freeman]] wins GP London while Axel Martinez wins GP Houston. *'''2018-01-23''': [[Wizards of the Coast]] files two new trademarks: '''''Manastrike''''' and '''''Planesiege''''', both referring to [[Magic role-playing videogame|electronic, online multiplayer gaming]]. *'''2018-01-21''': The team of Xinyu Fei, Chih-Cheng Yeh, and Zirui Zhou win [[Grand Prix]] Indianapolis. *'''2018-01-19''': Release of '''''[[Rivals of Ixalan]]'''''. *'''2018-01-16''': Start of the [[The Great Designer Search 3]]. *'''2018-01-15''': [[Banned and restricted cards/Timeline|Banned and restricted list update]]: <c>Attune with Aether</c>, <c>Rogue Refiner</c>, <c>Rampaging Ferocidon</c>, and <c>Ramunap Ruins</c> [https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/news/january-15-2018-banned-and-restricted-announcement-2018-01-15 are banned] in [[Standard]]. *'''2018-01-07''': The first [[Grand Prix]] of the year, GP Santa Clara, is won by the team of William Ho, John Martin, and Jeremy Frye. ==December 2017== *'''2017-12-25''': Reveal of ''[[Dominaria|Dominaria's]]'' tagline: "Gather [[Legend]]s"; [[Jhoira]], [[Teferi]] and [[Karn]] confirmed as returning characters. *'''2017-12-18''': [[Aaron Forsythe]] previews [[City's Blessing]] for ''[[Rivals of Ixalan]]''. *'''2017-12-18''': [[Blake Rasmussen]] announces the final [[Duel Decks]] that are to be released in April, 2018: ''[[Duel Decks: Elves vs. Inventors|Elves vs. Inventors]]''. The [[Challenger Deck series]] will be replacing the Duel Decks. *'''2017-12-17''': [[Grand Prix]] events in Singapore and New Jersey are won by Lim Zhong Yi and Kale Thompson, respectively. *'''2017-12-10''': The team of Rodrigo Togores, Cristian Ortiz Ros, and Adrian Ramiro Cano wins [[Grand Prix]] Madrid, while Larry Li wins Grand Prix Oklahoma City. *'''2017-12-08''': Release of '''''[[Unstable]]'''''. *'''2017-12-07''': A number of players involved with a Facebook group called "''Magic'' for bad", including content producer Jeremy Hambly and professional player Travis Woo, are [https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/news/first-step-2017-12-07 suspended from the game]. *'''2017-12-04''': [[Wizards of the Coast]] announces [[The Great Designer Search 3]], starting in January 2018. *'''2017-12-03''': The Japanese team of [[Yuuya Watanabe]], Kenta Harane, and [[Shōta Yasooka]] wins the [[2017 World Magic Cup]], defeating Poland in the finals. ==November 2017== *'''2017-11-26''': The team of [[Thomas Enevoldsen]], Christoffer Enggaard Larsen, and Michael Bonde wins [[Grand Prix]] Lyon in an all-Danish final. *'''2017-11-24''': Release of '''''[[From the Vault: Transform]]''''' and '''''[[Explorers of Ixalan]]'''''. *'''2017-11-19''': [[Shahar Shenhar]] wins his fourth [[Grand Prix]] trophy at Grand Prix Portland, defeating Brandon Goe in the final. *'''2017-11-17''': At [[PAX|PAX Unplugged]], [[Chris Cocks]] teases ''[[Dominaria]]'' with pictures of a [[Benalia|Benalish Knight]], [[Llanowar|Llanowar Elves]], a [[Narset|Mage]] at [[Tolaria West]], and [[Jaya Ballard|an older pyromancer]]. *'''2017-11-17''': Release of '''''[[Iconic Masters]]'''''. *'''2017-11-12''': Song Huachao wins [[Grand Prix]] Shanghai, Jean-Emmanuel Depraz wins Grand Prix Warsaw, and Alex Lloyd wins Grand Prix Atlanta. *'''2017-11-05''': Release of '''''[[Duel Decks: Merfolk vs. Goblins]]'''''. *'''2017-11-05''': [[Seth Manfield]] wins '''[[Pro Tour Ixalan|Pro Tour ''Ixalan'']]''' after defeating [[Pascal Maynard]] in the final. ==October 2017== *'''2017-10-29''': [[Grand Prix]] events in Hong Kong, Liverpool, and Phoenix are won by Rei Sato, Marc Purvis, and Sean Miller, respectively. *'''2017-10-17''': Reveal of the [[2017]] [[Holiday cards|Holiday card]]: [https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/inkwell/gift-necromagi-2017-10-17 Some Disassembly Required] *'''2017-10-17''': [[Banned and restricted cards/Timeline|Banned and restricted list update]]: [https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/news/october-17-2017-banned-and-restricted-announcement-2017-10-17 no changes]. *'''2017-10-16''': Decklists for ''[[Duel Decks: Merfolk vs. Goblins]]'' leaked on the French [[Magicthegathering.com]] site. *'''2017-10-08''': [[William Jensen]] becomes the 2017 World Champion after defeating [[Javier Dominguez]] three games to one in the final of the [[2017 World Championship]]. *'''2017-10-08''': The [[Magic Pro Tour Team Series|Pro Tour Team Series]] is decided, with Team Musashi defeating Team Genesis in the final. *'''2017-10-01''': Michio Abe, Syo Hayakawa, and Kentarou Tachibana win [[Grand Prix]] Shizuoka; and Andrew Baeckstrom, [[Martin Jůza]], and [[Corey Burkhart]] win Grand Prix Providence. ==September 2017== *'''2017-09-29''': Release of '''''[[Ixalan]]'''''. *'''2017-09-09''': Reveal of ''[[Iconic Masters]]'' at [[HASCON]]. *'''2017-09-09''': Reveal of ''[[Unstable]]'' [[Card Frame#Borderless|Borderless]] [[basic]] [[land]]s on [[Blogatog]] live. *'''2017-09-07''': Premiere of [[Magic: The Gathering Arena]], a [[Magic Online]]-like game, but more fast-paced and with more emphasis on visuals so as to make the game more viewer friendly. *'''2017-09-03''': [[Robin Dolar]] wins [[Grand Prix]] Turin; [[Matt Severa]] wins Grand Prix Washington, D.C. ==August 2017== *'''2017-08-28''': In [[Vintage]], <c>Thorn of Amethyst</c> and <c>Monastery Mentor</c> are [[Banned and restricted cards/Timeline|restricted]], and <c>Yawgmoth's Bargain</c> is unrestricted. *'''2017-08-27''': Francesco Fritto Hugony wins [[Grand Prix]] Metz, and [[Andrew Cuneo]] wins Grand Prix Indianapolis. *'''2017-08-25''': Release of '''''[[Commander 2017]]'''''. *'''2017-08-20''': [[Brad Nelson]] wins [[Grand Prix]] Denver after beating [[Brian Braun-Duin]] in the final. *'''2017-08-13''': The [[Grand Prix]] events in Birmingham and São Paulo are won by Loïc Le Briand and Joao Lelis, respectively. *'''2017-08-06''': Steve Locke wins [[Grand Prix]] Minneapolis, defeating Corey Baumeister in the final. *'''2017-08-03''': Announcement of the announcement on September 7 of [[Magic: The Gathering Arena]], a digital ''Magic'' game, created under the umbrella of [[Magic Digital Next]]. ==July 2017== *'''2017-07-30''': [[Paulo Vitor Damo da Rosa]] defeats [[Sam Pardee]] to win '''[[Pro Tour Hour of Devastation|Pro Tour ''Hour of Devastation'']]''', simultaneously becoming the [[2016–17 Pro Tour Season|2016–17]] [[Player of the Year]]. The remaining [[2017 World Championship]] slots are decided, and the finalists of the 2016–17 [[Magic Pro Tour Team Series|''Magic'' Pro Tour Team Series]] are Genesis and Musashi. *'''2017-07-29''': At [[Pro Tour Hour of Devastation|Pro Tour ''Hour of Devastation'']], [[Martin Jůza]] becomes the [[2016–17 Pro Tour Season|2016–17]] [[booster draft|Draft]] Master, and Sebastian Pozzo becomes the 2016–17 [[Standard]] Master, both earning invitations to the [[2017 World Championship]]. *'''2017-07-28''': [[Martin Jůza]] and [[Josh Utter-Leyton]] are voted into the [[Hall of Fame]]. *'''2017-07-28''': Reveal of the [[HASCON|HASCON-promos]], including the <c>Sword of Dungeons & Dragons</c> preview card for ''[[Unstable]]''. *'''2017-07-23''': Following up on the win at [[Grand Prix]] Cleveland, [[William Jensen]] wins GP Kyoto, making it back-to-back GP victories. *'''2017-07-23''': [[Mark Rosewater]]'s [[Blogatog]] live at [[Comic-Con|San Diego Comic-Con]] reveals details on ''[[Unstable]]''. [[Contraption]]s and [[rigger]]s are connected to one of the factions of the Inventor's World. *'''2017-07-20''': [[Grand Prix]] schedule for the [[2017–18 Pro Tour Season|first half of 2018]] is revealed. *'''2017-07-19''': Introduction of the Bronze level in the [[Pro Players Club]], and changes to the club following the [[2017–18 Pro Tour Season|2017–18 season]] are [http://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/organized-play/pro-club-transforms-after-2017-18-2017-07-19 announced]. *'''2017-07-19''': Changes to professional play and the 2018 [[Pro Tour]]s are [http://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/organized-play/2018s-pro-tours-and-2017s-worlds-2017-07-19 announced]. [[Modern]] returns to the Pro Tour at [[Pro Tour Rivals of Ixalan|PT ''Rivals of Ixalan'']], the specifics of how to qualify for [[Pro Tour 25th Anniversary]] are detailed, and the formats for the [[2017 World Championship]] and the [[2017 World Magic Cup]] are explained. *'''2017-07-16''': [[Organized Play]] changes are [http://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/feature/store-play-evolves-2017-07-16 announced], introducing the Store Championship and a change to the [[FNM]] [[promo]]: Instead of a [[Standard]]-legal card, future promos (starting in October 2017) will be [[Token#Double-faced_tokens|double-faced tokens]]. *'''2017-07-14''': '''''[[Hour of Devastation]]''''' is released. *'''2017-07-10''': Egyptian style [[Comic-Con#SDCC 2017|SDCC 2017 promos]] revealed. ==June 2017== *'''2017-06-17''': [[Thiago Saporito]] defeats [[Steve Rubin]] to become the champion of the [[Limited]] [[Grand Prix]] in Las Vegas. *'''2017-06-16''': Andrew Calderon wins the [[Legacy]] [[Grand Prix]] in Las Vegas. *'''2017-06-16''': [[Paul Cheon]] joins [[R&D]] as a member of the newly formed [[Play Design]] team. *'''2017-06-16''': A complete ''[[Ixalan]]'' [[rare]] [[foil]] [[print sheet]] is [http://www.mtgsalvation.com/forums/magic-fundamentals/the-rumor-mill/778210-uhh-i-think-wizards-has-a-problem-on-their-hand? leaked] three months before prerelease. The blurry pictures reveal [[Pirate]]s, [[Dinosaur]]s, [[Vehicle]]s, [[Vampire]]s, [[Merfolk]], [[Dryad]]s, [[Orc]]s, a [[supertype]] for [[planeswalker]]s (among others Castaway [[Jace]]) and the new [[mechanic]]s [[Explore]] and [[Enrage]]. *'''2017-06-15''': Changes to the [[Pro Tour]] are [http://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/organized-play/playing-pro-tour-2017-06-15 announced]: Pro Tours after [[Pro Tour Rivals of Ixalan|PT ''Rivals of Ixalan'']] are no longer tied to the release of a new set, and in 2018 there will be a special 25th anniversary Pro Tour where the format is team trios. *'''2017-06-14''': The '''[[Gift Pack]]''' replaces the [[Gift Box]] for the Holiday season. *'''2017-06-14''': [[Dinosaur]]s will be a supported [[creature type]] with ''[[Ixalan]]''. *'''2017-06-14''': The 2018 spring set, codenamed ''Soup'', is revealed: '''''[[Dominaria]]''''' will be released on April 27, 2018. This is a return to [[Dominaria (plane)|the plane of the same name]], the setting for most sets until ''[[Mirrodin]]''. [[File:Magic 25.png|right]] *'''2017-06-14''': '''''[[Masters 25]]''''', a [[Masters series]] set that celebrates the 25 year history of ''Magic'', will be released on March 16, 2018. *'''2017-06-14''': The third [[Set#Supplemental_sets|un-set]], '''''[[Unstable]]''''', is announced. It is set for release on December 8, 2017. *'''2017-06-14''': Several products are [http://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/news/25th-anniversary-announcement-day-2017-06-14 announced]: '''''[[Explorers of Ixalan]]''''', to be released on November 24, 2017; '''''[[Duel Decks: Merfolk vs. Goblins]]''''', to be released on November 10, 2017; and '''''[[From the Vault: Transform]]''''', to be released on November 24, 2017. *'''2017-06-13''': <c>Aetherworks Marvel</c> is [[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned]] in [[Standard]]. *'''2017-06-12''': [[Wizards of the Coast]] [http://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/making-magic/metamorphosis-2-0-2017-06-12 announces] the end of the [[block]] model, the discontinuation of [[Set#Large_and_small_expansions|small expansions]], and the return of summer [[core set]]s, revamped, effective in 2018 with the release of '''''[[Core 2019]]'''''. Non-core sets following ''[[Ixalan]]'' block (starting with "''[[Codename|Soup]]''") will all be [[Set#Large_and_small_expansions|large expansions]]. *'''2017-06-09''': Release of the '''''[[Commander Anthology]]'''''. *'''2017-06-07''': It is [https://venturebeat.com/2017/06/07/magic-the-gathering-is-becoming-an-mmo/ revealed] that [[Wikipedia:Cryptic Studios|Cryptic Studios]] and [[Wikipedia:Perfect World (company)|Perfect World]] are working on a [[Magic: The Gathering]]-themed [[Magic role-playing videogame|massively multiplayer online role-playing game]] (MMO). *'''2017-06-04''': The weekend's GPs, held in Manila, Amsterdam, and Omaha, are won by [[Ryoichi Tamada]], [[Lukas Blohon]], and [[Brad Nelson]], respectively. *'''2017-06-01''': [http://www.mtgsalvation.com/forums/magic-fundamentals/the-rumor-mill/777483-3-cards-from-hour-of-devastation-nicol-bolas-black A mix-up] on the french [[Magicthegathering.com]]-site reveals three cards for ''[[Hour of Devastation]]'': [[Nicol Bolas|Nicol Bolas, God-Pharoh]], a [[black]] [[Board wipe|sweeper]] related to [[Bontu]], and [[planeswalker]] [[Samut]]. ==May 2017== *'''2017-05-28''': Joe Soh wins [[Grand Prix]] Kobe, and Mattia Rizzi wins Grand Prix Copenhagen. *'''2017-05-23''': [http://www.mtgsalvation.com/forums/magic-fundamentals/the-rumor-mill/777087-c17-possible-leaks-real-fake-not-yet-determined Possible leaks] for ''[[Commander 2017]]'' feature a [[multicolored]] [[tribal (theme)|tribal]] [[dragon]] deck with [[O-Kagachi]], the [[Dragon#Primeval Dragons|Ur-Dragon]] and [[Wasitora]]. They also feature the [[keyword]] "Emminence". *'''2017-05-23''': [[HASCON]] announces three [[border|silver-bordered]] [[promo]] cards made especially for HASCON, featuring a mashup of ''Magic'' and three of the other [[Hasbro]] brands. *'''2017-05-21''': Mauro Sasso wins [[Grand Prix]] Santiago; Kevin Jones wins Grand Prix Montréal. *'''2017-05-17''': The United States Patent and Trademark Office has registered '''''[[Rivals of Ixalan]]''''' for the second set in the [[Ixalan block]], and a [[planeswalker|planeswalker symbol]] with the number 25 for the celibration of 25 years of ''[[Magic]]''. *'''2017-05-16''': [[Hélène Bergeot]] resigns from her position as director of [[Organized Play]] and trade marketing at [[Wizards of the Coast]]. *'''2017-05-14''': [[Gerry Thompson]], using Mono-Black Zombies in [[Standard]], wins '''[[Pro Tour Amonkhet|Pro Tour ''Amonkhet'']]''', defeating [[Yuuya Watanabe]] in the final. *'''2017-05-07''': The [[Grand Prix]] events in Beijing, Bologna, and Richmond are won by [[Kelvin Chew]], Corrado De Sio, and Michael Baraniecki, respectively. ==April 2017== *'''2017-04-28''': [[Magic Online]] announces the creation of new tournament play for [[1v1 Commander]] and a seperate [[banned list]] for Magic Online [[Commander (format)|Commander]]. *'''2017-04-28''': '''''[[Amonkhet]]''''' is released. *'''2017-04-27''': In a [http://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/news/addendum-april-24-2017-banned-and-restricted-announcement-2017-04-26 surprise addendum] to the B&R list, <c>Felidar Guardian</c> is banned in [[Standard]]. *'''2017-04-24''': In the most recent [[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]] update, <c>Sensei's Divining Top</c> is banned in [[Legacy]], while <c>Gush</c> and <c>Gitaxian Probe</c> are restricted in [[Vintage]]. *'''2017-04-20''': A [[WPN]]-mail sent to retailers reveals a the name of a [[compilation set]] that is to be released on November 17, 2017: '''''[[Iconic Masters]]'''''. *'''2017-04-18''': [[Pro Tour]] ''[[Ixalan]]'' pushed back to 5 weeks after the ''Ixalan'' release. *'''2017-04-18''': The 2017 fall set is named '''''[[Ixalan]]''''', and will be released on September 29, 2017. *'''2017-04-18''': ''[[Commander 2017]]'' will be released on August 25, 2017. The set features four [[tribal (theme)|tribal-themed]] decks. *'''2017-04-18''': 2017's [[Nationals]] will take place on September 9–10, September 16–17, and October 14–15; they will be split-format events consisting of [[Standard]] and [[Booster Draft]]. *'''2017-04-09''': [[Andrew Cuneo]], [[Eric Froehlich]], and [[Ben Stark]] win the Team Limited [[Grand Prix]] in Mexico City. *'''2017-04-02''': The team of [[Adam Jansen]], [[Gregory Orange]], and [[Andrejs Prost]] wins [[Grand Prix]] San Antonio after defeating the team known as [[Peach Garden Oath]] in the final. ==March 2017== *'''2017-03-31''': '''''[[Duel Decks: Mind vs. Might]]''''' is released. *'''2017-03-27''': Leaks of ''[[Amonkhet]]'' cards reveal the return of [[Cycling]]. *'''2017-03-26''': [[Joel Larsson]] wins [[Grand Prix]] Orlando. [[Chris Pikula]], in his first premier event top eight in 12 years, finishes fourth. *'''2017-03-24''': The [[Announcement Day]] planned for March 31st is [http://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/news/announcement-day-moved-june-2017-03-24 postponed] to June. *'''2017-03-19''': [[Grand Prix]] events in Shizuoka and Porto Alegre are won by Ryohei Kirino and Victor Fernando Silva, respectively. *'''2017-03-17''': '''''[[Modern Masters 2017]]''''' is released. *'''2017-03-13''': In the most recent [[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]] update, there are no changes to any format. *'''2017-03-12''': [[Petr Sochůrek]] wins [[Grand Prix]] Barcelona; Corey Baumeister wins Grand Prix New Jersey. *'''2017-03-09''': It is [http://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/organized-play/future-grand-prix-2018-and-beyond-2017-03-09 announced] that [[ChannelFireball]] will be hosting all [[Grand Prix]] events in 2018. *'''2017-03-05''': [[Josh Utter-Leyton]] defeats [[Lukas Blohon]] in the final of the 2016 [[Magic Online Championship Series|Magic Online Championship]], winning $25,000 and an invite to the [[2017 World Championship]]. ==February 2017== *'''2017-02-26''': Samuel Vuillot wins [[Grand Prix]] Utrecht after winning the final match against Fabrizio Campanino. *'''2017-02-22''': The [[MTG Salvation]] Wiki changes name to MTG Wiki. *'''2017-02-19''': Oliver Oks wins [[Grand Prix]] Brisbane, and [[Josh Utter-Leyton]] wins Grand Prix Vancouver. *'''2017-02-12''': Ryan Hare wins [[Grand Prix]] Pittsburgh after defeating Bronson Gervasi in the final. *'''2017-02-09''': It is [http://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/news/return-nationals-and-changes-grand-prix-2017-02-09 announced] that '''[[Nationals]]''' will replace [[World Magic Cup Qualifiers]]. [[World Magic Cup]] teams are reduced to 3-man teams, with two of the players earning invitations at Nationals. Additionally, single-slot PTQs will be held on Sundays of [[Grand Prix]] weekends. Lastly, [[Grand_Prix#Grand_Prix_Trials|Grand Prix Trials]] other than the ones held on-site on the Friday of a Grand Prix are discontinued. *'''2017-02-05''': [[Lucas Berthoud]] of Brazil wins [[Pro Tour Aether Revolt|'''Pro Tour ''Aether Revolt''''']], defeating [[Marcio Carvalho]] in the final. ==January 2017== *'''2017-01-29''': Yusuf Kemal Vefa wins [[Grand Prix]] Prague, marking the first time a Turkish player wins a ''Magic'' premier event. Meanwhile, John Asbach wins Grand Prix San Jose. *'''2017-01-26''': The [[Magic Pro Tour Team Series|''Magic'' Pro Tour Team Series]] teams for the [[2016–17 Pro Tour Season|2016–17 season]] are revealed. *'''2017-01-25''': Reveal of a [[Standard]] Series promo action, featuring the five [[Battle land]]s with a regular [[card frame]] but [[Masterpiece Series]]' [[art]]. *'''2017-01-20''': '''''[[Aether Revolt]]''''' is released. *'''2017-01-13''': [[Wizards of the Coast]] President [[Chris Cocks]] announces the creation of the [[Digital Games Studio]] in a bid to make the digital experience of ''Magic: The Gathering'' and other games "more efficient, connected, and convenient." [[Worth Wollpert]], who led the design of [[Magic Online]] and [[Duels of the Planeswalkers]], leaves the company. *'''2017-01-09''': The B&R update includes the introduction of an additional Banned and Restricted announcement window five weeks after each [[Pro Tour]]. *'''2017-01-09''': In the most recent '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Smuggler's Copter</c>, <c>Emrakul, the Promised End</c>, and <c>Reflector Mage</c> are banned in [[Standard]], while <c>Golgari Grave-Troll</c> and <c>Gitaxian Probe</c> are banned in [[Modern]]. The bans are effective as of January 20th. *'''2017-01-08''': [[Reid Duke]] wins his fifth [[Grand Prix]], defeating Andrew Sullano in the final of GP Louisville. ==December 2016== *'''2016-12-24''': All but two '''''[[Aether Revolt]]'' [[Kaladesh Inventions|Masterpieces]]''' are officially revealed, and the remaining two get leaked by unofficial sources. *'''2016-12-11''': Steven Carter beats finals opponent Brandon Fischer to become the [[Grand Prix]] Milwaukee champion. *'''2016-12-03''': Carmine D'Aniello and [[Matt Severa]] win [[Grand Prix]] Madrid and Grand Prix Denver, respectively. ==November 2016== *'''2016-11-27''': [[Kentaro Yamamoto]] wins [[Grand Prix]] Chiba by beating Atsuki Kihara in the final. *'''2016-11-25''': '''''[[Planechase Anthology]]''''' is released. *'''2016-11-21''': Reveal of the [[Kaladesh#Holiday Buy-a-Box Promotion|''Kaladesh'' Holiday Buy-a-Box Promotion]]. *'''2016-11-20''': Greece, captained by Bill Chronopoulos, wins the [[2016 World Magic Cup]] after defeating Belgium in the final. *'''2016-11-14''': Introduction of the [[Standard Showdown]] tournament at local stores. *'''2016-11-13''': The team of [[Javier Dominguez]], [[Marcio Carvalho]], and Luis Salvatto wins [[Grand Prix]] Rotterdam. *'''2016-11-06''': [[Grand Prix]] Dallas is won by Kevin Mackie, piloting Skred Red. *'''2016-11-03''': Effective on November 16, 2016, <c>Peregrine Drake</c> is banned in [[Pauper]]. *'''2016-11-02''': Announcement of ''[[The Art of Magic: The Gathering - Amonkhet]]'', to be released in July 2017. ==October 2016== *'''2016-10-30''': Gabrielius Kaklauskas wins [[Grand Prix]] Warsaw, while John Chavarria wins Grand Prix Santiago. *'''2016-10-23''': Fumiya Matsumoto wins [[Grand Prix]] Kuala Lumpur, and Wang Yichen wins Grand Prix Providence. *'''2016-10-19''': [[Aaron Forsythe]] announces the reversion of the [[Standard#Rotation|Standard Rotation]]. *'''2016-10-16''': [[Shota Yasooka]] takes his second [[Pro Tour|PT]] title by winning '''[[Pro Tour Kaladesh|Pro Tour ''Kaladesh'']]''', defeating former [[Worlds|World Champion]] [[Carlos Romão]] in the final. *'''2016-10-09''': [[Marcio Carvalho]] wins [[Grand Prix]] London, and [[Carlos Romão]] wins Grand Prix Atlanta. ==September 2016== *'''2016-09-30''': '''''[[Kaladesh]]''''' is released. *'''2016-09-12''': Reveal of '''''[[Kaladesh Inventions]]'''''. *'''2016-09-11''': Two Team Limited [[Grand Prix]], at Kyoto and Louisville, result with the team of [[Yuuki Ichikawa]], Yuki Matsumoto, [[Kazuyuki Takimura]]; and the team of [[Sam Black]], [[Matt Severa]], and [[Justin Cohen]] winning the two events, respectively. *'''2016-09-04''': [[Brian Braun-Duin]] is the 2016 World Champion after besting [[Marcio Carvalho]] in the final of the '''[[2016 World Championship]]'''. ==August 2016== *'''2016-08-31''': The announcement of multiple 2017 supplementary sets: ''[[Archenemy: Nicol Bolas]]'', ''[[Commander Anthology]]'', and ''[[Duel Decks: Mind vs. Might]]''. *'''2016-08-31''': '''''[[Modern Masters 2017]]''''', the third set of the [[Masters series|Modern Masters]] compilation set series, is announced. It will be released on March 17, 2017. *'''2016-08-31''': The mid-2017 block is announced. '''''[[Amonkhet]]''''' will be released on April 28, 2017, while ''[[Hour of Devastation]]'' releases July 14, 2017. *'''2016-08-28''': [[Albertus Law]], Meciek Berger, and Brandon Burton win Grand Prix events in Guangzhou, Lille, and Indianapolis, respectively. *'''2016-08-26''': '''''[[Conspiracy: Take the Crown]]''''' is released. *'''2016-08-19''': '''''[[From the Vault: Lore]]''''' is released. *'''2016-08-14''': Arne Huschenbeth wins [[Grand Prix]] Rimini, while Robert Santana wins Grand Prix Portland. *'''2016-08-07''': The [[2015–16 Pro Tour Season|2015–16]] season ends with [[Lukas Blohon]] winning '''[[Pro Tour Eldritch Moon|Pro Tour ''Eldritch Moon'']]''' by defeating [[Owen Turtenwald]] in the finals. *'''2016-08-06''': By making it to the top 8 of [[Pro Tour Eldritch Moon|Pro Tour ''Eldritch Moon'']], [[Owen Turtenwald]] becomes the [[2015–16 Pro Tour Season|2015–16]] [[Player of the Year]]. [[Oliver Tiu]] wins the [[2015–16 Pro Tour Season|2015–16]] [[Rookie of the Year]] title. *'''2016-08-05''': The 2016 [[Hall of Fame]] class is revealed: its members are [[Yuuya Watanabe]] and [[Owen Turtenwald]], to be inducted at [[Pro Tour Kaladesh|Pro Tour ''Kaladesh'']]. *'''2016-08-02''': Changes to organized play are [http://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/news/pro-tour-eldritch-moon-organized-play-announcement-world-championship-pro-tour-2016-08-02 announced], and the rest of the [[2016–17 Pro Tour Season|2016–17]] [[Grand Prix]] schedule is revealed, as well as the dates for [[Pro_Tour_Qualifier#Preliminary_Pro_Tour_Qualifiers|PPTQs]], [[Pro_Tour_Qualifier#Regional_Pro_Tour_Qualifiers|RPTQs]], and [[World Magic Cup Qualifiers|WMCQs]]. ==July 2016== *'''2016-07-31''': Scott Lipp, Elmer Van Eegen, and Hunter Cochran win Grand Prix events in Sydney, Stockholm, and Montreal, respectively. *'''2016-07-22''': '''''[[Eldritch Moon]]''''' is released. *'''2016-07-03''': Francisco Barciella, Eloi Pattaro, and former [[Worlds|World Champion]] [[Carlos Romão]] win [[Grand Prix]] São Paulo. ==June 2016== *'''2016-06-26''': [[Yuuki Ichikawa]] and Evan Petre win the weekend's [[Grand Prix]] events, held in Taipei and Pittsburgh respectively. *'''2016-06-12''': Rodrigo Togores wins [[Grand Prix]] Prague, and Clay Spicklemire wins Grand Prix Colombus. *'''2016-06-10''': '''''[[Eternal Masters]]''''' is released. *'''2016-06-05''': [[Seth Manfield]] increases his [[Player of the Year]] lead by winning [[Grand Prix]] San Jose, Costa Rica. *'''2016-06-01''': [[Fabrizio Anteri]] is suspended from the game for 18 months following an investigation after a disqualification at [[Grand Prix]] Manchester. ==May 2016== *'''2016-05-29''': [[Raphaël Lévy]] takes his sixth [[Grand Prix]] trophy in Manchester, while Alex Johnson wins his first in Minneapolis. *'''2016-05-22''': [[Andreas Ganz]] wins [[Grand Prix]] Charlotte, and Simon Slutsky wins Grand Prix Los Angeles. *'''2016-05-16''': Rechristening of the [[Fat pack]] to [[Bundle]]. *'''2016-05-16''': Introduction of [[Planeswalker deck]]s. *'''2016-05-16''': Announcement of ''[[Duel Decks: Nissa vs. Ob Nixilis]]'', to be released on September 2, 2016. *'''2016-05-16''': Announcement of ''[[Planechase Anthology]]'', to be released on November 25, 2016. *'''2016-05-16''': Announcement of ''[[Commander 2016]]'', to be released on November 11, 2016. *'''2016-05-16''': Announcement of the two sets of the [[Kaladesh block]]: ''[[Kaladesh]]'' (releases on September 2, 2016) and ''[[Aether Revolt]]'' (releases on January 20, 2017). *'''2016-05-16''': Introduction of "Announcement Day": a biannual mass product announcement by [[Magicthegathering.com]] — one in the spring and one in the fall tied to the relevant upcoming [[block]]. *'''2016-05-15''': Niels Noorlander wins the annual [[Magic Online Championship Series|Magic Online Championship]]. *'''2016-05-01''': Robert Lombardi wins [[Grand Prix]] Toronto after beating [[Jon Stern]] in the final. ==April 2016== *'''2016-04-27''': Release of ''[[Plane Shift: Zendikar]]'', a free supplement to ''[[The Art of Magic: The Gathering - Zendikar]]'', designed to help create a ''Dungeons & Dragons''-campaign set on the ''Magic'' plane. *'''2016-04-26''': In response to player uproar, [[Wizards of the Coast|Wizards]] [http://magic.wizards.com/articles/archive/news/announcement-concerning-changes-pro-club-2016-04-26 reverse their decision] to reduce appearance fees of [[Pro_Players_Club#Platinum_.2850_points.29|Platinum]] pros during the [[2016–17 Pro Tour Season]]. *'''2016-04-25''': ''Enter the Battlefield'', a documentary by [[Nathan Holt]] and Shawn Kornhauser about life on the Magic: The Gathering [[Pro Tour]], premieres on the official [https://www.twitch.tv/magic MTG Twitch channel]. *'''2016-04-24''': [[Steve Rubin]] wins '''[[Pro Tour Shadows over Innistrad|Pro Tour ''Shadows over Innistrad'']]''', defeating [[Andrea Mengucci]] in the final. *'''2016-04-24''': Changes to the [[Pro_Tour_Qualifier#Regional_Pro_Tour_Qualifiers|RPTQ]] system: an additional RPTQ will take place in Italy each season, top eight competitors will receive invitations to the next season's RPTQs, and invitations are awarded to the top four finishing players regardless of the size of the event. *'''2016-04-24''': It is announced that all [[Pro Tour]]s going forward will be the [[Standard]] format. *'''2016-04-24''': The 2017 [[Pro Tour]] schedule is announced: Pro Tours will take place in Dublin, Nashville, Kyoto, and Albuquerque; the 2017 [[World Magic Cup]] will be held in Nice, France. *'''2016-04-24''': The [[World Championship]] prize purse is greatly increased; in exchange, appearance fees of [[Pro_Players_Club#Platinum_.2850_points.29|Platinum]] pros and [[Hall of Fame]]rs are greatly reduced. *'''2016-04-17''': Hironobu Sugaya, [[Fabrizio Anteri]], and Allen Wu win the ''[[Shadows over Innistrad]]'' [[Limited]] [[Grand Prix]] events in Beijing, Barcelona, and Albuquerque respectively. *'''2016-04-08''': '''''[[Shadows over Innistrad]]''''' is released and legal in all [[Constructed]] formats. ''[[Khans of Tarkir]]'' and ''[[Fate Reforged]]'' rotate out of [[Standard]]. *'''2016-04-04''': In the most recent '''[[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions#April_2|banned/restricted list]]''' update, <c>Eye of Ugin</c> is banned in [[Modern]], while <c>Ancestral Vision</c> and <c>Sword of the Meek</c> are unbanned. <c>Lodestone Golem</c> is restricted in [[Vintage]]. ==March 2016== *'''2016-03-20''': In the last [[Standard]] Grand Prix featuring ''[[Khans of Tarkir]]'' and ''[[Fate Reforged]]'', Petr Sochurek defeats [[Ben Stark]] in the final to win the event. *'''2016-03-13''': The team of [[Mike Hron]], Matt Severa, and [[Justin Cohen]] wins [[Grand Prix]] Washington, D.C. *'''2016-03-06''': David Mines, Kayure Patel, and Ralph Betesh win [[2015–16_Pro_Tour_Season#Grand_Prix_.28February.E2.80.93April_2016.29|Grand Prix Melbourne, Bologna, and Detroit]] respectively. With all the events being [[Modern]], [[Pro_Tour_Oath_of_the_Gatewatch#.22Eldrazi_Winter.22|the Eldrazi deck]] takes up 14 of 24 top eight slots. *'''2016-03-02''': Reveal of [[Arlinn Kord]], a [[werewolf]] [[planeswalker]] from Innistrad. *'''2016-03-01''': First appearance of [http://hanweirchronicle.com/ The Hanweir Chronicle], a newspaper providing clues for the storyline of ''Shadows over Innistrad''. ==February 2016== *'''2016-02-29''': '''''[[From the Vault: Lore]]''''', the ninth set from the [[From the Vault]] series, is announced for release on August 19, 2016. *'''2016-02-28''': At [[2015–16_Pro_Tour_Season#Grand_Prix_.28February.E2.80.93April_2016.29|Grand Prix Houston]], [[Owen Turtenwald]] wins his fourth [[Grand Prix]] event, defeating teammate [[Andrew Cuneo]] in the final. *'''2016-02-26''': '''''[[Conspiracy: Take the Crown]]''''' is the new name for '''''Conspiracy: The Empty Throne''''' after [[Marchesa]] has taken the throne of Paliano. *'''2016-02-26''': '''''[[Duel Decks: Blessed vs. Cursed]]''''' is released. *'''2016-02-24''': '''''[[Conspiracy: The Empty Throne]]''''' is the name for '''''Conspiracy: The Reign of Brago''''' after King [[Brago]]'s assassination. *'''2016-02-22''': '''''[[Conspiracy: The Reign of Brago]]''''', a set designed for [[Conspiracy Draft]] is announced for release on August 26, 2016. *'''2016-02-17''': Twitter user "MTGDeepthroat" accused 2-3 vendors of receiving leaked card lists for '''''[[Eternal Masters]]''''', [[Spoiler#Eternal_Masters|prompting an investigation]] by Wizards of the Coast, before retracting those accusations and deleting their account. *'''2016-02-15''': '''''[[Eternal Masters]]''''', a supplementary product, is officially announced. It will include cards such as <c>Force of Will</c> and <c>Wasteland</c>, and will be released on June 10, 2016. *'''2016-02-08''': '''''[[Eldritch Moon]]''''', the second set in the [[Shadows over Innistrad block]], is announced. It is set to be released on July 22, 2016. *'''2016-02-07''': [[Jiachen Tao]] wins '''[[Pro Tour Oath of the Gatewatch|Pro Tour ''Oath of the Gatewatch'']]''', beating [[Ivan Floch]] in the final. *'''2016-02-07''': Changes are announced to the [[World Magic Cup]] and the [[World Magic Cup Qualifiers]]; the last WMCQ is changed from Standard to Modern. *'''2016-02-06''': A booster pack of [[Shadows over Innistrad]] is leaked, revealing the return of [[Madness]] and [[Double-faced card|double-faced cards]]. ==January 2016== *'''2016-01-31''': Tomonori Hirami, [[Fabrizio Anteri]], and Adam Jansen win [[2015–16_Pro_Tour_Season#Grand_Prix_.28January_2016.29|Grand Prix Nagoya, Mexico City, and Vancouver]] respectively. *'''2016-01-22''': '''''[[Oath of the Gatewatch]]''''' is released. *'''2016-01-18''': [[Timeline_of_DCI_bans_and_restrictions#2016|Banned & Restricted Announcement]]: <c>Splinter Twin</c> and <c>Summer Bloom</c> banned in [[Modern]], <c>Cloud of Faeries</c> banned in [[Pauper]]. *'''2016-01-18''': [[Commander_(format)|Commander]] Announcement: Partial Paris [[mulligan]] and out-of-[[color identity]] mana rules removed. <c>Prophet of Kruphix</c> banned. *'''2016-01-17''': [[Reid Duke]] wins [[2015–16_Pro_Tour_Season#Grand_Prix_.28January_2016.29|Grand Prix Oakland]], beating [[Ben Rubin]] in the final. *'''2016-01-13''': Ten of the judges [[Spoiler#Oath_of_the_Gatewatch|previously suspended]] for participation in leaks are pardoned. ==December 2015== *'''2015-12-22''': Twelve judges [[Spoiler#Oath_of_the_Gatewatch|receive DCI suspensions]] following an investigation of '''''[[Oath of the Gatewatch]]''''' leaks. *'''2015-12-13''': Italy defeats Thailand in the final to win the '''[[2015 World Magic Cup]]'''. ==November 2015== *'''2015-11-13''': '''''[[Commander 2015]]''''' is released. *'''2015-11-02''': '''''[[Duel Decks: Blessed vs. Cursed]]''''' is announced. It will be released on February 26, 2016. ==October 2015== *'''2015-10-31''': The first large set of 2016, '''''[[Shadows over Innistrad]]''''', is announced during the [[2015–16_Pro_Tour_Season#Grand_Prix_.28October.E2.80.93November_2015.29|Grand Prix Indianapolis]] stream. The set is scheduled to be released in April 2016. *'''2015-10-18''': [[Kazuyuki Takimura]] wins '''[[Pro Tour Battle for Zendikar|Pro Tour ''Battle for Zendikar'']]''', defeating countryman Ryoichi Tamada in the final. *'''2015-10-02''': '''''[[Battle for Zendikar]]''''' is released. [[Category:MTG Wiki]]
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