Magic: The Gathering Unveils Play-Doh Themed Cards for Charity

Where Imagination Meets Philanthropy: A Playful Twist on Classic Cards

Magic: The Gathering's Annual Philanthropic Endeavor

Wizards of the Coast, creators of the renowned trading card game Magic: The Gathering, recently announced the commencement of its yearly partnership with Extra Life. This charitable initiative is dedicated to garnering financial support for pediatric healthcare facilities. A highlight of this year's campaign is an exclusive new Secret Lair collection, titled \"Secret Lair X Play-Doh: Squishful Thinking.\" This special release features four highly sought-after cards from the Commander format, each adorned with delightful artwork that draws inspiration from the iconic modeling clay, Play-Doh.

Spotlight on the \"Squishful Thinking\" Collection

Among the featured cards is Greensleves, Maro-Sorcerer, a prominent figure in Dominaria United Commander decks, frequently utilized in strategies focusing on land recursion and mana acceleration due to its ability to generate Badger creature tokens. Polyraptor, first seen in the dinosaur-themed set Rivals of Ixalan, is not only a staple in tribal dinosaur decks but also a key component in intricate combo strategies that exploit its self-duplicating power. Wurmcoil Engine and Academy Manufactor are also included, both being highly valued in Commander formats; the former for its versatility as a colorless utility creature, and the latter for its potential to create powerful resource-generating combinations.

Accessibility, Artistic Flair, and Charitable Impact

While these cards are not prohibitively expensive, their inclusion as reprints is a welcome addition for many players, regardless of their appreciation for the charming Play-Doh-themed aesthetics. A common thread among these cards is their capacity to produce tokens, a subtle nod to the boundless creativity that Play-Doh has fostered across generations. In addition to the card sales, Wizards will further bolster the charity's efforts with a dedicated Magic x Extra Life Game Day livestream on Twitch, scheduled from 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. PT on November 8th, promising an engaging fundraising event for the community.

Acquisition Details and Support for Children's Hospitals

The \"Squishful Thinking\" Secret Lair collection will be available for purchase on MagicSecretLair.com from September 29th to November 9th. Notably, this release will employ a print-to-demand model, a departure from the often-limited runs of previous Secret Lairs, ensuring wider availability. Furthermore, a restricted quantity of these sets will be offered at the MagicCon: Atlanta merchandise booth between September 26th and 28th. Pricing for the non-foil version is set at $39.99, with the foil variant costing $49.99. Crucially, half of the proceeds from each purchase will be directed to Extra Life, specifically benefiting the children and families supported by Seattle Children's Hospital, making each acquisition a contribution to a worthy cause.