The highly anticipated release of the next Magic the Gathering set, Duskmourn: House of Horror, is on the horizon! With its Gothic-inspired aesthetic and a chilling new storyline, Duskmourn explores the eerie and haunting depths of a world lost in twilight. Players will soon find themselves immersed in this dark and mysterious plane, where shadows hide untold secrets, and danger lurks around every corner.
Setting: A Haunted World
Duskmourn introduces players to a plane where the sun has long since set, leaving the world in perpetual dusk. Ancient, crumbling castles, fog-covered forests, and ghost-filled towns dominate the landscape. This set brings a heavy horror theme, reminiscent of MTG’s beloved Innistrad, but with its own distinct flavor—leaning more into psychological terror, haunted ruins, and eerie spectral phenomena.
At the heart of Duskmourn is the Mournveil, a mysterious, sentient fog that blankets the world, twisting reality and warping those who wander too close. The plane’s residents live in fear of the fog’s power, while sinister forces seek to harness its magic for their own nefarious purposes.
New Mechanics:
Duskmourn brings with it a variety of fresh and terrifying mechanics that shake up gameplay in exciting ways. Here are some highlights:
- Spectral Echo: This new keyword ability allows players to replay certain spells from their graveyard with a spectral twist, adding new effects based on how much life has been lost during the game.
- Haunt: A returning mechanic from previous sets, Haunt has been reimagined for Duskmourn. Creatures and spells with Haunt leave behind lingering spirits that continue to affect the game after they’ve left the battlefield.
- Eclipse: This new mechanic revolves around time-of-day mechanics, changing card effects depending on whether it’s “Day” or “Night” in the game. Players will have to manipulate the passage of time to gain the upper hand, as some creatures grow stronger under the eternal dusk.
- Curse Cards: Building on Magic’s history of curses, Duskmourn offers powerful new enchantments that can be placed on your opponents, gradually wearing them down with each passing turn. These curses reflect the slow, creeping dread that permeates the world of Duskmourn.
Duskmourn also delivers stunning new artwork that perfectly captures the eerie, unsettling atmosphere of the set. The limited edition Mournveil Collector’s Booster offers alternate art treatments, including full-art foils and special “Eclipse” cards that shift in appearance depending on the light, mimicking the set’s time-of-day theme.
The set will also offer Commander decks, perfect for those who enjoy multiplayer games with friends. These decks offer new strategies centered around haunting mechanics and spectral synergies, providing fresh gameplay experiences in both casual and competitive formats.
This set is shaping up to be one of the most immersive and haunting experiences in the game’s history! With its gothic horror themes, innovative mechanics, and rich lore, it promises to captivate both new and veteran players alike. Celebrate spooky season by diving in to one of our prerelease events this month; you can register and save your spot on our website today. We have Sealed, Draft and a Two Headed giant formats to choose from!
Prepare to step into the shadows—just beware of what you might find!
