D&D’s Upcoming Magic Crossover Introduces a Major TTRPG Setting

Wizards of the Coast sure knows how to keep things exciting, and they’re at it again by blending elements from their beloved Magic: The Gathering with the legendary rules of Dungeons & Dragons. This new “crossover supplement” is set to explore the intriguing plane known as both Lorwyn and Shadowmoor. This thrilling announcement came from MagicCon Chicago, which Wizards touted as their largest fan-centric event to date. While they didn’t spill too many details—not even a hint at when we might see this released—they did treat us to some beautiful artwork by Jesper Ejsing.

Lorwyn and Shadowmoor represent two sides of the same coin—a singular plane that alternates between these aspects every 300 years. Delving into its lore, Lorwyn is depicted as an enchanting realm of endless midsummer, bustling with creatures straight out of a fairy tale. Imagine elves and whimsical figures, akin to those from a dreamy Shakespeare play, and you’re on the right track. Conversely, Shadowmoor is steeped in darkness, where its inhabitants endure a harsh, perpetual twilight, clinging desperately to survival. It’s like when the charming fairies from “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” turn into something out of a horror story—not great news for a character like Puck.

This isn’t the first time we’ve seen D&D and Magic cross paths. We’ve had sets like Adventures in the Forgotten Realms and the Battle for Baldur’s Gate Commander decks, which took inspiration from D&D’s rich tapestry of characters and lore. However, more often, the crossover magic happens in the other direction, with a series of D&D campaign books inspired by the cards, some even offered for free.

Curious about other planes D&D has explored? Back in 2021, we ventured into Strixhaven with “A Curriculum of Chaos,” a spellbinding college campaign. The year before, it was the Mythic Odysseys of Theros, dripping with Greco-Roman mythology. And in 2018, Guildmaster’s Guide to Ravnica came along, another tome inspired by Magic’s worlds. Plus, there’s the Plane Shift series by James Wyatt, Wizards’ principal game designer for D&D. These were downloadable gems that took fans to planes like Zendikar, Innistrad, Amonkhet, Kaladesh, and Ixalan. Wyatt was there at MagicCon, too, giving this latest crossover an extra layer of excitement.