Magic: The Gathering (MTG) fans, brace yourselves! Just when you thought you’d seen it all, Wizards of the Coast (WOTC) has unveiled one of their most unexpected crossovers yet: Monty Python and the Holy Grail. This time, the classic 1975 comedy film gets its own Secret Lair drops, bringing the legendary humor of Monty Python into the world of MTG.
Introducing the Monty Python Secret Lair Drops
The latest Universes Beyond tie-in features two Secret Lair drops with a total of eight reprints and one token, all reskinned with hilarious references from Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Here’s what you can expect:
- Drop One: Contains five cards, including a double-faced card depicting either an African or European swallow.
- Drop Two: Features three cards and a token.
The Creation of a Whimsical Crossover
Creating these whimsical crossovers begins with WOTC reaching out to representatives of various properties to explore collaboration opportunities. The Monty Python collaboration emerged from these outreach efforts, bringing together two seemingly different worlds delightfully and unexpectedly.
“This was a really fun one to get,” said Secret Lair Senior Product Designer Daniel Nguyen. “The cards came together really nicely and it’s just very quaint to see on Magic cards.”
Iconic Scenes Meet Magic Gameplay
This Monty Python crossover isn’t the first time MTG has collaborated with classic movies. Previous drops have included The Evil Dead and The Princess Bride. However, the Monty Python Secret Lair is particularly satisfying, blending iconic scenes from the film with notable MTG cards. For instance, the card Dismember depicts the Black Knight, perfectly merging Monty Python’s humor with MTG’s gameplay.
Another standout example is John Cleese’s Tim the Enchanter, represented by the card Prodigal Sorcerer, affectionately known as “Tim” within the MTG community. This clever integration of Monty Python references with MTG mechanics showcases the creativity behind these drops.
Balancing Art and Science
One curious aspect of the new drops is their content disparity: Vol. 1 includes five cards (one double-faced), while Vol. 2 offers only three cards and a token. These decisions involve balancing art and science, considering factors such as card desirability, coordination with artists, thematic coherence, and more.
Nguyen assured fans that WOTC takes these decisions seriously, aiming to balance staple cards with unique picks to ensure each drop includes something for everyone.
Availability and Final Thoughts
The Monty Python and the Holy Grail Secret Lair drops will be available in both foil and non-foil starting on July 29 as part of the next Superdrop. Whether you’re a fan of MTG, Monty Python, or both, this crossover promises a delightful blend of humor and strategy.
Sources: IGN and Dotesports
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