Magic: The GatheringandAvatar: The Last Airbenderare officially teaming up in one of the most unexpected pop-culture crossovers of the year. The upcomingMagic: The Gathering x Avatar: The Last Airbenderset launches July 11, 2025, bringing the beloved world of bending into the iconic trading card game. Players will be able to harness the powers of air, water, earth, and fire through brand-new mechanics, collectible card treatments, and special products designed for both casual and competitive play.
Preorders are open now atlocal game storesand online retailers likeAmazon, with the set’s debut stream kicking off October 28. Full card previews will roll out starting November 7, with pre-release events running November 14–20 and anMTG Arenadigital launch on November 18.
Four Elements, Four New Mechanics
In a first forMagic, bending disciplines have been translated into unique gameplay mechanics.Airbendingallows players to exile permanents and recast them later, with cards likeAppa, Steadfast Guardianoffering defensive versatility.Waterbendingenables resourceful play by letting you tap creatures or artifacts instead of paying certain mana costs, showcased inKatara, Water Tribe’s Hope.Earthbending, as seen withToph, the First Metalbender, temporarily turns lands into creatures before restoring them, whileFirebending, led byFire Lord Zuko, generates red mana during combat for explosive mid-battle plays.
Fans will also see these mechanics woven intoMagic’s signature treatments. That includes borderless battle pose cards, mythic rare double-faced sagas depicting past Avatars, explorer-style field notes cards, and elemental frame variants themed around each bending art.
When Bending Meets Spellcasting
Collectors and lore enthusiasts will have plenty to chase. The set’s crown jewel is a raised foil borderlessAvatar Aang, Master of Elements, illustrated byAvatarco-creatorBryan Konietzko— marking the first time his art has ever appeared on aMagiccard. This special version is available only in English-language Collector Boosters, making it a centerpiece for any fan’s display or deck.
The set also introducesfull-art Appa basic lands, each depicting a different moment from Aang’s skyward journeys across the Four Nations. These aren’t just lands—they’re snapshots of iconic scenes, turning your mana base into a visual tribute to the series. On top of that,neon ink foil borderless battle pose cardsbring a striking, almost animated glow to your deck, while borderless double-faced sagas, elemental frame cards, and field notes-style creature cards offer even more collectible variety.
Whether you’re a competitive player, a sealed event regular, or just here for the shiny cardboard, there’s a product to fit your style. Prices range from$6.99 Play Boostersto the$109.99 Commander’s Bundlefor the format’s most dedicated fans. Newcomers can ease in with the$34.99 Beginner Box, while scene collectors will want the$41.99 Scene Boxfor its display-worthy foil art cards.
The full product lineup includes:
The elements are yours to master starting November 21, but as Uncle Iroh might say: the right time to preorder is now. Meanwhile,Avatar: The Last Airbender(and the live-action remake series) are streaming now on Netflix.
Avatar: The Last Airbender
