{"title":"Kaldheim","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKaldheim Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 5, 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e A top-down, Norse mythology-inspired set that reimagines Viking culture, mythology, and aesthetics through Magic’s lens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCard Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 285 regular cards\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e121 Commons\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e80 Uncommons\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e64 Rares\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20 Mythic Rares\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10 Snow Basic Lands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each with two pieces of art, showcasing the harsh and stunning environment of Kaldheim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eRandomly inserted premium (foil) versions of all cards are included in boosters.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Card Frames and Variants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKaldheim’s unique aesthetic is emphasized through its alternate frames and art styles:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnow Basic Lands (#276–285):\u003c\/strong\u003e A nod to the set’s wintry Norse inspiration, featuring icy landscapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBorderless Variants:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlaneswalkers (#286–289):\u003c\/strong\u003e Including beloved characters like Kaya.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePathways (#290–293):\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual lands with striking borderless treatments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForetell Mythics (#294–298):\u003c\/strong\u003e Featuring cards showcasing the Foretell mechanic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eViking Showcase Cards (#299–332):\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll showcase cards are Legendary Vikings, with geometric, chiseled stone-like frames and metal-inspired artwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVorinclex, Monstrous Raider (#333):\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Phyrexian-text showcase card, blending Norse mythology with Phyrexian horror.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended-Art Cards (#334–373):\u003c\/strong\u003e Found in Collector Boosters, these provide more immersive and striking artwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePromos and Exclusives:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet\/Theme Booster Exclusives (#374–393)\u003c\/strong\u003e: Includes unique cards for specific boosters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuy-a-Box Card (#399)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eBundle Promo (#400).\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFNM Promo Cards (#401–405)\u003c\/strong\u003e: From Universal Promo Packs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSetting and Lore\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKaldheim is a plane of interconnected \u003cstrong\u003eten realms\u003c\/strong\u003e, all linked by the mystical \u003cstrong\u003eWorld Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e, the source of life. These realms embody different aspects of Norse mythology:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Realms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Constantly shifting and colliding, causing catastrophic events known as \u003cstrong\u003edoomskars\u003c\/strong\u003e, which create earthquakes and chaos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe World Tree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Visible in the sky of all realms, its branches hold the universe together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Gods:\u003c\/strong\u003e Powerful beings traveling between realms, manipulating events for peace, chaos, or amusement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Story Elements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtagonist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kaya, the ghostly assassin planeswalker, arrives on Kaldheim seeking to uncover the truth behind the prophecies and legends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCentral Conflict:\u003c\/strong\u003e A quest to harness the power of an artifact forged for gods—a weapon capable of either protecting the plane or unleashing unimaginable chaos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEpic Tone:\u003c\/strong\u003e The story is steeped in sagas, prophecy, and the eternal clash between mortals, gods, and monsters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGameplay Mechanics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKaldheim introduces new and flavorful mechanics tied to its Viking theme:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForetell:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allows players to exile cards face-down for reduced mana costs, adding strategic depth and suspense.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Activated abilities on creatures that can only be used after attacking, reflecting the pride and bravado of Viking warriors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snow-covered lands and cards return, tying into the wintry theme.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSagas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multi-chapter enchantments that depict legendary events, emphasizing the storytelling nature of the set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Kaldheim Stands Out\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKaldheim is celebrated for its evocative Norse worldbuilding, stunning artwork, and flavorful mechanics that bring Viking culture to life. With a mix of epic storytelling, unique realms, and innovative gameplay elements, it’s a set that appeals to both lore enthusiasts and strategic players.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/9640\/0416\/collections\/khm.svg?v=1731749336","url":"https:\/\/109755.myshopify.com\/collections\/kaldheim.oembed","provider":"SD Cards N Boards","version":"1.0","type":"link"}