New Magic: The Gathering Set Introduces Death Race Theme, Unveils 2 Cards

Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts, get ready for an exhilarating journey with the upcoming set, Aetherdrift, which introduces a thrilling multiplanar death race across the multiverse. We're thrilled to offer you an exclusive sneak peek at two new cards that will be part of this high-octane adventure: Cloudspire Coordinator and Count on Luck.

Explore the gallery below to view both cards along with their stunning alternate art treatments.

Magic: The Gathering - 2 New Cards from Aetherdrift

5 ImagesLet's dive into the details of these exciting new additions. First up is the Cloudspire Coordinator, an uncommon creature card that encapsulates the essence of the red-white color pairing in Aetherdrift. This card represents the Cloudspire Racing Team from the plane of Kylem, introduced in the 2018 Battlebond set, and emphasizes the use and piloting of vehicles. With a power of 3, it can crew vehicles on its own, and its activated ability allows it to create Pilot token creatures, making it a versatile choice for red-white decks in Aetherdrift drafts.

On the other hand, the rare card, Count on Luck, is a 3-mana enchantment that's as straightforward as its all-red-pip casting cost suggests. At the beginning of each of your turns, it exiles the top card of your library, allowing you to play it during that turn. This "impulse draw" mechanic provides a consistent flow of extra cards for your mono-red deck, as long as you can utilize them immediately. It's a strategic tool that encourages players to take risks and seize opportunities.

Mark your calendars, as Aetherdrift races onto the scene on February 14, with prereleases starting on February 7. To delve deeper into the set's mechanics, be sure to check out the detailed information available online.