Daybreak Games have released their weekly update article for Magic Online, detailing upcoming events, game changes, and more.
March of the Machine: The Aftermath
The Aftermath will be available on Magic Online beginning May 11 at 10 AM PT. Due to the set not being available for Limited play, players will have to acquire cards through pack purchases in the Magic Online store for $2.49 USD and through treasure chest rewards. The set will also not be redeemable.
Premier Play
On Sunday, May 7, players can participate in a Standard Qualifier. Entry to the event is 40 MOCS Season 2 Qualifier Points and the top two qualifier for the regional championships.
Alternate Play
Magic 30 Cube
The wildly popular Magic 30 Cube returns May 3 at 10 AM PT. You can view the updates to the Cube below.
| In | Out |
|---|---|
| Archangel Elspeth | Elspeth, Knight-Errant |
| Hoarding Broodlord | Rune-Scarred Demon |
| Chandra, Hope’s Beacon | Chandra, Dressed to Kill |
| Wrenn and Realmbreaker | Scurry Oak |
| Invasion of Tolvada | Spirit-Sister’s Call |
| Borborygmos and Fblthp | Maelstrom Wanderer |
| Invasion of Innistrad | Rend Flesh |
Full Schedule
- May 10-24 – Vintage Cube
- May 24-31 – Invasion Block (IPA) Flashback! (Phantom)
- May 31-June 7 – Tempest Remastered. (Phantom)
- June 7-14 – Emblematic of March of the Machine and back for the first time in four years – it’s Battle of the Planes! (Phantom)
- June 14 – LTR Release – TBD
Format Challenges
| Time (PT) | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | Vintage Challenge | ||
| 1:00 AM | 32-Player Limited Challenge | 32-Player Limited Challenge | |
| 2:00 AM | Pauper Challenge | ||
| 4:00 AM | 32-Player Legacy Challenge | Modern Challenge | |
| 6:00 AM | 32-Player Standard Challenge | Pioneer Challenge | |
| 8:00 AM | Modern Challenge | Legacy Challenge | |
| 10:00 AM | Vintage Challenge | Pauper Challenge | |
| 12:00 PM | 32-Player Limited Challenge | 32-Player Limited Challenge | |
| 2:00 PM | Pioneer Challenge | Standard Challenge | |
| 4:00 PM | 32-Player Limited Challenge | ||
| 6:00 PM | Modern Challenge | Modern Challenge |
Patch Notes
- The March of the Machine: The Aftermath card set will begin appearing in the Collection scene
- Aegar, the Freezing Flame will correctly not trigger in situations where it blocks and an attacking creature wasn’t dealt excess damage
- Tapping Strixhaven Stadium will no longer cause the game to crash for its controller
- Battle cards will correctly be castable from the graveyard with Muldrotha, the Gravetide’s ability
- Double-faced cards with a legendary creature on its front face will correctly display the legendary frame style
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