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Magic: The Gathering Unveils Monster Hunter Superdrop This December!

11/19/2025

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Summary

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Wizards of the Coast and Capcom will launch Monster Hunter–themed Secret Lair superdrop for Magic: The Gathering, featuring 20 cards with artistic reprints.
The event runs December 1–21, 2023, with non-foil cards at $30 and foil cards at $40.
Bundles include the Amped State Surge Foil bundle for $240.
The four themed releases are The Hunt, The Hunters, The Monsters, and The Monsters II, showcasing Monster Hunter characters and creatures.

History

Historical Context

Magic: The Gathering, created by Richard Garfield and released in 1993, pioneered the collectible card game (CCG) genre, selling over 20 billion cards by 2016. Celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2018, it reported over 35 million players globally. The game's ongoing collaborations, like the Monster Hunter-themed Secret Lair superdrop, reflect its strategic approach to engage diverse audiences and maintain cultural relevance.

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Story summary

Wizards of the Coast and Capcom will launch Monster Hunter–themed Secret Lair superdrop for Magic: The Gathering, featuring 20 cards with artistic reprints.
The event runs December 1–21, 2023, with non-foil cards at $30 and foil cards at $40.
Bundles include the Amped State Surge Foil bundle for $240.
The four themed releases are The Hunt, The Hunters, The Monsters, and The Monsters II, showcasing Monster Hunter characters and creatures.

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