Edge of the Ethernities – The new Magic: The Gathering set at a glance
Edge of the Ethernities transports Magic fans to the galactic Sothera Galaxy—a brand-new setting full of science-fantasy elements, unique creatures, and legendary starships. Whether you're a player, collector, or newbie—here you'll find all the important information about the new set in a compact and understandable format.
What is Edge of the Ethernities?
Edge of the Ethernities is the major Summer 2025 set and the conclusion of the current storyline. The story takes place at the edge of the multiverse—where space and time blur. Wizards describes the set as a "space opera" with a completely new aesthetic style and epic depth.
Story & Artwork
The story takes place in the Sothera galaxy—a system full of rifts in space and reality. It is told in 11 main chapters and five supplementary stories, written by Seth Dickinson, among others. Visually, you can expect a mix of sci-fi elements, futuristic Kavu creatures, and space-faring fantasy with cosmic-style Planeswalkers.
New mechanics & card types
Spacecrafts – Legendary Spaceships
For the first time, there are legendary spacecraft cards that can be charged with creatures and even used as commanders – a significant innovation for the Commander format.
Echo Shift & Fracture
New abilities like Echo Shift and Fracture add strategic depth and exciting gameplay. Cards can change states or trigger effects across alternate timelines.
Product overview
| product | Description |
|---|---|
| Play Booster | 14 cards, 1–4 rare/mythic cards, 1 foil – perfect for drafting and collecting |
| Collector Booster | Premium cards, Galaxy Foils, Borderless Designs – ideal for collectors |
| Bundle | 9 Play Boosters, promo card, spindown dice – ideal introduction to the set |
| Commander Decks | Ready-to-play 100-card decks including foil commander – ready to play |
Release dates
- Prerelease : July 24 – 31, 2025
- Official release: August 1, 2025
Why you shouldn't miss Edge of the Ethernities
- For players: New game mechanics, strong synergies and fresh draft fun
- For collectors: Galaxy foils, Borderless Showcase cards & exclusive variants
- For beginners: Easily accessible products with instructions and accessories
Conclusion
Edge of the Ethernities is a bold step into a new era for Magic: The Gathering. With fresh design, innovative mechanics, and a completely new setting, the set is ideal for experienced players—but also perfect for those new to the Magic universe.
Discover now in the cardcosmos online shop or in the WPN store – while stocks last!
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