Magic: The Gathering Is Introducing A Tubular Expansion

"Since 2020, which saw the release of The Walking Dead-themed cards as the official first release in Magic: The Gathering's franchise-hopping "Universes Beyond" initiative, it seems like the trading card giant has developed an insatiable appetite for popular IP. They've boldly gone to new worlds with Star Trek, taken sides in the never-ending battle between Autobots and Decepticons, and even visited the Upside Down with a Stranger Things release. However, recently Wizards of the Coast announced a crossover between MtG"

"It's indisputable that the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are some of the most impactful characters to come out of the independent comic book boom of the '80s, and the proof of their success is in the sheer variety of media they've appeared in. From a multitude of live-action and animated films to crossovers with the likes of Batman, now fans have an opportunity to add the Turtles to their favorite decks."

"First announced back in October of 2025, the upcoming Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles expansion for Magic: The Gathering is set to release on March 6th of this year, 42 years after the characters debuted in their first comic book series. New card artwork by guest artists has always been an exciting aspect of MtG expansions and this one appears to be going above and beyond, with cards designed by a collection of talented creators including Kevin Eastman himself, one-half of the duo responsible for the"

Magic: The Gathering continues its Universes Beyond crossovers by releasing a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles expansion on March 6, 2026. The set follows previous licensed drops like The Walking Dead, Star Trek, Transformers, and Stranger Things. The expansion features new card art by guest artists, including Kevin Eastman, co-creator of the Turtles. The release honors decades of TMNT lore and includes portrayals of iconic characters such as The Shredder, Casey Jones, and fan-favorites like the Rat King. The Turtles franchise originated in independent 1980s comics and has since appeared across films, TV, and merchandise, including an earlier TMNT trading card game.

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