Magic: The Gathering Just Gave Us a Tiny, Gorgeous Look at its Final Fantasy Crossover

A Non-Foil Preview Card Debuts

Wizards of the Coast gave fans a new look at its upcoming Magic: The Gathering and Final Fantasy crossover with a non-foil preview card, showcasing gorgeous new art portraying Final Fantasy VII's protagonist, Cloud Strife.

Aesthetics and Mechanics

The preview card, titled "Cloud Strife, Dissidia," features Cloud in his Dissidia: Final Fantasy NT attire. The card's art is exquisite, capturing the essence of Cloud's stoic demeanor and iconic swordplay. In terms of mechanics, Cloud is a Planeswalker card with a mana value of 3, showcasing abilities that align with his character in the Final Fantasy series.

Cloud's passive ability grants him protection from red, symbolizing his resistance to fire-based attacks. Additionally, he possesses a loyalty ability that allows him to create a 3/3 Soldier creature token, representing his leadership and ability to rally troops.

Cloud's ultimate ability is an emblem ability that gives all your creatures haste, mirroring his fast and agile combat style. This ability can significantly affect the tempo of the game, allowing your creatures to attack immediately upon entering the battlefield.

The preview card has sparked excitement among Magic and Final Fantasy fans alike, indicating that the highly anticipated crossover will deliver a captivating blend of both franchises.