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New Lorwyn Eclipsed Commander Decks Arriving January 2026!

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Summary

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The Lorwyn Eclipsed Commander decks release January 23, 2026, featuring two sets: Dance of the Elements and Blight Curse.
Each deck includes a 100-card Commander deck, foil commanders, and double-sided tokens.
Blight Curse centers on -1/-1 counters with Auntie Ool and Cursewretch as the face commander.
Dance of the Elements features Ashling, The Limitless, and preorders are available at local game stores and online.

History

Historical Context

In 2011, Wizards of the Coast introduced the Commander format for Magic: The Gathering, transforming gameplay with 100-card decks led by legendary creatures. This innovation fostered deeper strategy and community involvement. The upcoming Lorwyn Eclipsed Commander decks, featuring Auntie Ool and Ashling, highlight the format's evolution, underscoring Commander's enduring influence on tabletop gaming and local game store growth.

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Story summary

The Lorwyn Eclipsed Commander decks release January 23, 2026, featuring two sets: Dance of the Elements and Blight Curse.
Each deck includes a 100-card Commander deck, foil commanders, and double-sided tokens.
Blight Curse centers on -1/-1 counters with Auntie Ool and Cursewretch as the face commander.
Dance of the Elements features Ashling, The Limitless, and preorders are available at local game stores and online.

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