We here at Gamespace like games as well as comics, and novels, about game lore, so when the two worlds collide we are more than ecstatic! Needless to say it was a pleasant surprise when we heard that Wizards of the Coast and IDW Publishing recently announced details for an all-new Magic: The Gathering comic to be published beginning this November! The full, intended title is Magic: The Gathering: Chandra and will be written by Vita Ayala (Supergirl, The Wilds) with interior art drawn by Harvey Tolibao (X-Men, Green Arrow). The series features the all-new adventures of the fan-favourite pyromancer Planeswalker Chandra Nalaar. This is the first Magic: The Gathering comic to be published in four years and will introduce an all-new approach to storytelling as the franchise celebrates its 25th year!
The above cover artwork is not the final cover artwork image but it sure does invoke, pleasantly, a sort of Jean Grey “Phoenix” vibe excitement! November can’t come soon enough!
Jeremy Jarvis, Magic: The Gathering Franchise Director conveys:
“Think of a character that you love. From any story, from any property. There is an excellent chance that you were introduced to that character by some kind of page, or some sort of screen. We are thrilled to have Vita and Harvey introduce you to Chandra, to her story, her quirks, and her incredible powers. Set in the near future of the Multiverse, these never-before-told stories will breathe life into Chandra, her cohorts, and her enemies in new and visually striking ways. Knowledge of cards is optional, love of characters required.”
IDW Editor-in-Chief John Barber added:
“I can’t hold back my excitement about this new Magic: The Gathering comic book! With meteorically rising star Vita Ayala penning these tales, with the incredible art of Harvey Tolibao delineating the adventures, and with the introduction of the dynamic and powerful Chandra Nalaar, it’s clear we’ve entered a bold new era of storytelling. Everybody involved in this comic is dedicated to bringing you emotional and thrilling experiences that will satisfy fans of Magic: The Gathering—as well as fans of stories packed with action and drama told from a unique point of view.”
About Magic: The Gathering: Chandra
An adventurous Planeswalker and powerful pyromancer, Chandra Nalaar has seen much in her time—but she had never experienced such tragedy before. In the wake of a devastating loss, Chandra is striking out on her own, determined to prove—to her family and to herself—that next time she’ll be prepared. But when faced with threats both old and new, will she be able to overcome her grief in time to survive? And who is that familiar face lurking in the shadows?
Magic: The Gathering: Chandra #1 will be available in November.
About Magic: The Gathering
Magic: The Gathering is considered the world’s best strategy game, with more than 20 million players and fans worldwide. Through a unique blend of digital gameplay and face-to-face play opportunities in more than 6,800 hobby game stores around the world, Magic offers a robust gaming experience for its global community of passionate fans. For more information, visit www.magicthegathering.com.
