MTG Avatar: The Last Airbender – Every Card, Release Date & Spoilers
The four nations are preparing to unite not in conflict, but in cardboard, as one of the most beloved animated series of all time makes its way to the Multiverse. Wizards of the Coast has officially pulled back the curtain on its next major Universes Beyond crossover, Magic: The Gathering – Avatar: The Last Airbender. Following a landmark year for the trading card game, this highly anticipated collaboration is set to bring the world of benders, spirits, and cabbages to the tabletop in late 2025.
During a recent packed preview event, fans were given their first in-depth look at the cards, mechanics, and stunning artwork that will define this journey. The set promises to capture the epic scope and heartfelt character arcs of the source material, translating the elemental powers of water, earth, fire, and air into tangible gameplay. Here is everything we know about the upcoming set, including all the cards revealed so far.
MTG Avatar: The Last Airbender Release Date
Mark your calendars and prepare yourbending stances. The official global release date for Magic: The Gathering – Avatar: The Last Airbender is November 21, 2025.
This set will be a full, booster-based release, similar to the massively popular The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth set. This means players can look forward to drafting the set at their local game stores, as well as purchasing a wide range of products including Play Boosters, Collector Boosters, and Commander Decks. As a Universes Beyond product, the set will be legal in eternal formats such as Commander, Legacy, and Vintage.
All Avatar: The Last Airbender Cards Revealed So Far
The initial wave of previews showcased the core cast of characters, known affectionately as the "Gaang," giving players a glimpse into how their unique personalities and abilities will be represented in the game.
Aang, the Avatar
The star of the show, Aang, appears as a powerful mythic rare that captures his journey to master the elements. His card, "Aang, Avatar State," features a new mechanic called Mastery. This keyword allows players to pay an additional cost when casting the spell for each of the four elements (represented by mana colors) to gain a powerful corresponding ability. For Aang, this could mean gaining flying (Air), creating a creature token (Earth), dealing damage (Fire), and drawing a card (Water). If all four are paid, he enters the battlefield as an unstoppable force, truly embodying the power of the fully-realized Avatar.
Katara, Master Waterbender
A key member of Team Avatar, Katara's card focuses on control and support. As a blue creature, her abilities revolve around the manipulation of the battlefield, reflecting her mastery of Waterbending. Her primary ability allows you to tap or untap target creatures, a versatile tool for either neutralizing threats or reusing your own powerful creatures' abilities. She also possesses an ability that rewards you for controlling other legendary heroes, symbolizing her role as the heart of the group.
Sokka, Strategic Mind
Proving you don't need bending to be a hero, Sokka's card cleverly represents his ingenuity and leadership. As a blue and white creature, he focuses on artifacts and combat strategy. He comes equipped with a "Boomerang" Equipment token, and his abilities grant bonuses to attacking creatures, rewarding players for calculated, tactical assaults rather than raw power.
Toph Beifong, Earthbending Prodigy
The greatest Earthbender of all time makes her debut with a card that perfectly captures her unique fighting style. Toph is a green creature with Reach, allowing her to block creatures with flying—a flavor home run for a character who senses vibrations through the earth. Her abilities are tied to the Landfall mechanic; whenever a land enters the battlefield under your control, Toph can create a rock creature token or fight a target creature, showcasing her ability to shape the very ground into a weapon.
Zuko, Redeemed Prince
Illustrating one of the most celebrated redemption arcs in fiction, Zuko is featured on a double-faced card.
- Front Side: Zuko, Exiled Prince: This red and black version of the character is aggressive, focused on dealing direct damage and forcing opponents to sacrifice creatures. He represents Zuko's early anger and internal conflict while hunting the Avatar.
- Back Side: Zuko, the Fire Lord: After meeting a specific condition (perhaps by having Aang on the battlefield), the card transforms. This red and white version is a leader, redirecting damage away from your other creatures and providing a powerful anthem effect that boosts your team, symbolizing his shift to a protective and honorable ruler.
Appa and Momo
Fan-favorite animal companions also join the fray. Appa, the Sky Bison, is a legendary creature with flying and vigilance that acts as a vehicle-like card, allowing your whole team to soar into the air. Momo, the Winged Lemur, is a low-cost creature that provides utility by helping you find key cards or generate mana, always showing up when needed most.
Set Mechanics and Product Details
The Avatar: The Last Airbender set is more than just legendary characters. It will introduce new ways to play that are deeply tied to the show's lore. The Mastery mechanic on Aang is just the beginning. The set will heavily feature Sagas that retell key moments from the series, such as "The Siege of the North" and "Sozin's Comet."
Players will be able to experience this world through a variety of products:
- Play Boosters: The new standard for booster packs, perfect for drafting and opening for fun.
- Collector Boosters: Packed with premium foil treatments, extended art, and special borderless "storybook" showcase cards that feature a unique, painterly art style.
- Commander Decks: Four pre-constructed Commander decks will be released, each centered on one of the four nations: Water Tribe, Earth Kingdom, Fire Nation, and Air Nomads.
- Bundle: A great entry point containing Play Boosters, a unique promo card, basic lands, and a storage box.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the release date for the MTG Avatar: The Last Airbender set?
The set is scheduled for a worldwide release on November 21, 2025.
Is the MTG Avatar set a Universes Beyond product?
Yes, it is part of the Universes Beyond series, which brings other popular fictional universes into the world of Magic: The Gathering.
Will the cards be legal in the Standard format?
No. Like other Universes Beyond crossover sets such as The Lord of the Rings and Fallout, the cards will not be legal in Standard. They will be legal in eternal formats like Commander, Legacy, and Vintage.
Will there be a full story from the show in the set?
The set is designed to follow the entire narrative arc of the original Avatar: The Last Airbender animated series, from Aang's discovery in the iceberg to the final confrontation with Fire Lord Ozai. Players will be able to collect cards featuring iconic characters, locations, and moments from all three seasons.