Final Fantasy Commander Decks Full of Fun, Surprising References

Wizards of the Coast has been steadily unveiling their exciting plans for the much-anticipated Magic: The Gathering crossover with Final Fantasy, set to launch this summer. Over the weekend, they showcased a substantial array of cards from both the main set and the Commander decks, delighting fans with nostalgic and surprising nods to their favorite Final Fantasy titles.

The Universes Beyond collaboration with Final Fantasy is comprehensive, featuring both a traditional Commander format and a booster-driven series. This means there's a vast selection of cards to explore. The main set spans the entire mainline series, from Final Fantasy 1 through to Final Fantasy 16. Meanwhile, the Commander Decks hone in on four iconic games: Final Fantasy 6, 7, 10, and 14, with Terra, Cloud, Tidus, and Y'shtola as their respective Commanders.

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1$709.99 at Walmart$455.88 at AmazonDuring last Saturday's Magic: The Gathering panel at PAX East, several cards were revealed that encapsulate the journeys of beloved characters. For instance, Final Fantasy IV's Cecil features a mechanic that reflects his transformation from a Dark Knight to a Paladin. The summons from Final Fantasy are brought to life through a "Saga Creature" setup, providing a powerful but temporary presence on the battlefield, seamlessly blending Magic and Final Fantasy mechanics.

Notably, cards like Sephiroth, Fabled SOLDIER, showcase artwork by Square's Tetsuya Nomura. The card art captures Sephiroth's evolution through the FF7 universe, from a youthful warrior to his ultimate form, Safer Sephiroth, depicted on Sephiroth, One-Winged Angel.

[FIN] Sephiroth, Fabled SOLDIER // Sephiroth, One-Winged Angel (Debut Showcase)
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }No Final Fantasy set would be complete without the iconic Cids. This collection includes a Cid from each numbered Final Fantasy game, opting for the older Cid from Final Fantasy XV rather than his daughter, Cindy.

[FIN] Cid, Timeless Artificer (Debut Stream)
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }Following the panel, Wizards of the Coast released the decklists for the four Commander decks, which have been met with enthusiasm as fans dissect the art and thematic integrations. The adaptation of these four Final Fantasy games into Magic has been well-received.

Reprints and new versions of existing Magic cards cleverly intertwine with Final Fantasy lore. For example, Skullclamp features art inspired by the Jenova project from Final Fantasy 7.

[FIC] Skullclamp, feat JENOVA
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }Together, Forever evokes the emotional depth of Final Fantasy 10, reflecting the protagonists' journey through a devastated world on a poignant pilgrimage. Several cards reference key character moments, so be aware of potential story spoilers when exploring these decklists.

On a lighter note, Final Fantasy 10's iconic and often-memed moment is captured with Inspiring Call.

[FIC] Inspiring Call
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }Wizards has cleverly incorporated Final Fantasy's humorous moments into the cards as well. Clever Concealment humorously references the Wall Market scene from Final Fantasy 7, with Cloud, Aerith, and Tifa in dresses, heading to Don Corneo's. The Secret Rendezvous card offers four different versions of the Golden Saucer date scene, featuring Aerith, Tifa, Yuffie, and Barret.

[FIC] Four versions of Secret Rendezvous
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }Fans have been delighted by the meticulous attention to detail in these cards, particularly in the Final Fantasy 14 set, which includes numerous references to the beloved MMORPG. The Hildibrand Manderville card, for instance, mirrors the character's habit of vanishing and reappearing, creating an intriguing White/Black card. Additionally, the Archaeomancer's Map card features a location from a Gaganaskin Treasure Map.

Final Fantasy 14 players have been enjoying the cards, with humorous nods such as the "This is Thancred" meme and alternative flavor text on the Rite of Replication card, commemorating a memorable speech from A Realm Reborn.

Honestly, I feel like this was too much flavor text for the MTG collab card...
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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }The Tome of Legends card depicts a Wondrous Tails book, complete with in-game details and missed four-in-a-row connections.

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.reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; }The dedication to detail in these cards has piqued my interest in seeing the entire set. While the Commander games are well-represented, other reveals like Commune With Beavers from Saturday's panel have me excited to see how the remaining Final Fantasy games are integrated into the full Magic set.

Magic: The Gathering's Final Fantasy set will be released on June 13, 2025, with the pre-release weekend occurring one week earlier.