magic the gathering collector booster box Foundations the core of the Phyrexian armada The Hobby Lair Deluxe Acrylic

As of early 2026, there are approximately 29,000 unique card names in paper, but that number balloons to over 86,000 when counting every reprint, alternate art, and special treatment

Although there were some good reasons not to continue with these cards after Snapcaster, Im so thrilled that we have some ways to really commemorate the best players in the game, and that they can flex their design chops with some really unique cards

Other effects that apply to the permanent can still grant it any characteristics it doesn't have or change the characteristics it does have

Another honorable mention to me would be the Black Star promos on the English side

This is one to watch for the future as it sits at a crossroads