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The '''''Masterpiece Series''''' is a collection of promotional ''[[Magic]]'' [[reprint set]]s of [[foil]] [[card]]s that originally were [[random]]ly inserted in [[boosters]] of different [[block]]s or standalone sets. Each individual block or set had its own name for its collection. However, taken together, these collections are referred to as the ''Masterpiece Series''. |
The '''''Masterpiece Series''''' is a collection of promotional ''[[Magic]]'' [[reprint set]]s of [[foil]] [[card]]s that originally were [[random]]ly inserted in [[boosters]] of different [[block]]s or standalone sets. Each individual block or set had its own name for its collection. However, taken together, these collections are referred to as the ''Masterpiece Series''. |
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| − | The ''Masterpiece Series'' was created after the commercial success of the ''[[Zendikar Expeditions]]''.<ref>{{NewRef|making-magic/masterpiece-series-2016-09-12|Masterpiece Series|[[Mark Rosewater]]|September 12, 2016}}</ref><ref>{{EzTumblr| |
+ | The ''Masterpiece Series'' was created after the commercial success of the ''[[Zendikar Expeditions]]''.<ref>{{NewRef|making-magic/masterpiece-series-2016-09-12|Masterpiece Series|[[Mark Rosewater]]|September 12, 2016}}</ref><ref>{{EzTumblr|http://markrosewater.tumblr.com/post/150334485493/i-love-the-idea-the-masterpiece-idea-im-not|title=Why weren't there Masterpieces in Shadows over Innistrad/Eldritch Moon?|September 12, 2016}}</ref> Originally envisioned to appear with every block, the appearance of the Masterpiece Series was quickly scaled back with the introduction of the [[Three-and-One Model]] because [[R&D]] realized that producing one for each set would eventually lead to the overall quality level dropping below their standards.<ref name="Metamorphosis 2.0">{{NewRef |making-magic/metamorphosis-2-0-2017-06-12|Metamorphosis 2.0|[[Mark Rosewater]]|2017 June 12}}</ref> When the masterpieces returned, they were contained in an exclusive [[Guilds of Ravnica/Mythic Edition|''Guilds of Ravnica'' booster box]], essentially becoming another marketing tool. |
==Description== |
==Description== |
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The original format was envisioned as follows: |
The original format was envisioned as follows: |
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* Each block has approximately 50 ''Masterpiece Series'' cards. Although they may appear in non-English product, all Masterpieces are printed in English only. The card versions of the ''Masterpiece Series'' exist at a rarity higher than [[mythic rare]], but slightly less rare than a [[foil]] mythic rare. For example, for ''[[Kaladesh]]'' roughly 1 out of every 144 boosters contains a Masterpiece (technically 1:2,160 cards.) These ratios may differ for other sets. For ''[[Amonkhet]]'' it is 1:1,935.<ref>[http://www.mtgsalvation.com/forums/magic-fundamentals/the-rumor-mill/775191-slightly-increased-frequency-of-masterpieces-from Slightly increased frequency of Masterpieces - from 1:2160 to 1:1935]</ref> The original versions of cards appearing in the ''Masterpiece Series'' may also have appeared in [[Rarity|rarities]] other than mythic rare. |
* Each block has approximately 50 ''Masterpiece Series'' cards. Although they may appear in non-English product, all Masterpieces are printed in English only. The card versions of the ''Masterpiece Series'' exist at a rarity higher than [[mythic rare]], but slightly less rare than a [[foil]] mythic rare. For example, for ''[[Kaladesh]]'' roughly 1 out of every 144 boosters contains a Masterpiece (technically 1:2,160 cards.) These ratios may differ for other sets. For ''[[Amonkhet]]'' it is 1:1,935.<ref>[http://www.mtgsalvation.com/forums/magic-fundamentals/the-rumor-mill/775191-slightly-increased-frequency-of-masterpieces-from Slightly increased frequency of Masterpieces - from 1:2160 to 1:1935]</ref> The original versions of cards appearing in the ''Masterpiece Series'' may also have appeared in [[Rarity|rarities]] other than mythic rare. |
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| − | * The ''Masterpiece Series'', both in presentation and card selection, is tied thematically to the world appearing in the block<ref>{{EzTumblr| |
+ | * The ''Masterpiece Series'', both in presentation and card selection, is tied thematically to the world appearing in the block<ref>{{EzTumblr|http://markrosewater.tumblr.com/post/150388160588/you-restricted-master-piece-cards-to-see-print-in|title=Will this restriction apply to future masterpiece series?|September 14, 2016}}</ref> or standalone set. Masterpiece cards can have [[keywords]] that do not otherwise appear in the set they are printed with.<ref>{{EzTumblr|http://markrosewater.tumblr.com/post/150388972318/can-masterpiece-cards-have-keywords-that-dont|title=Can Masterpiece cards have keywords that don't otherwise appear in the set they're printed with?|September 14, 2016}}</ref> To date, this criterion has meant that each reprint has received new art that reflects the plane of the relevant set. Furthermore, Masterpiece-specific [[card frame]]s change from block to block and are created to match the feel of the world/set.<ref>{{EzTumblr|http://markrosewater.tumblr.com/post/150358701953/hey-mark-i-was-wonder-ing-if-you-can-answer-this|title=Are Masterpiece Series from future sets gonna have the same boarder as the Kaladesh Inventions?|September 13, 2016}}</ref> Masterpiece themes are not always card type-based (e.g., lands, artifacts).<ref>{{EzTumblr|http://markrosewater.tumblr.com/post/150334343698/since-weve-now-seen-lands-and-artifacts-for-the|title=Can we expect to see Materpieces move through other types?|September 12, 2016}}</ref> Similarly, the [[expansion symbol]] for each Masterpiece set is block-specific but distinct from the sets in that block. All ''Masterpiece Series'' sets, but for the retroactively-added ''Zendikar Expeditions'', have the set code MPS. |
* In addition to physical print, Masterpiece cards appear in [[Magic Online]] but are not redeemable and are not counted as part of the set. They do not, however, exist in [[Magic Duels]]. |
* In addition to physical print, Masterpiece cards appear in [[Magic Online]] but are not redeemable and are not counted as part of the set. They do not, however, exist in [[Magic Duels]]. |
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* Masterpiece cards can be played in any [[Limited]] [[format]] they are opened in and in any [[Constructed]] format in which the card is already [[legal]]. |
* Masterpiece cards can be played in any [[Limited]] [[format]] they are opened in and in any [[Constructed]] format in which the card is already [[legal]]. |
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* ''[[Zendikar Expeditions]]'' (retroactively added<ref>{{NewRef|feature/kaladesh-release-notes-2016-09-16|''Kaladesh'' Release Notes|[[Wizards of the Coast]]|September 16, 2016}}</ref>) {{-}} all [[lands]]. |
* ''[[Zendikar Expeditions]]'' (retroactively added<ref>{{NewRef|feature/kaladesh-release-notes-2016-09-16|''Kaladesh'' Release Notes|[[Wizards of the Coast]]|September 16, 2016}}</ref>) {{-}} all [[lands]]. |
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* ''[[Kaladesh Inventions]]'' {{-}} all [[artifacts]]. |
* ''[[Kaladesh Inventions]]'' {{-}} all [[artifacts]]. |
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| − | * ''[[Amonkhet Invocations]]'' {{-}} the Amonkhet [[god]]s, their magic and their servants.<ref>{{EzTumblr| |
+ | * ''[[Amonkhet Invocations]]'' {{-}} the Amonkhet [[god]]s, their magic and their servants.<ref>{{EzTumblr|http://markrosewater.tumblr.com/post/159008681048/what-is-the-theme-of-the-amonkhet-invocations|title=What is the theme of the Amonkhet Invocations supposed to be?|March 30, 2017}}</ref><ref>{{EzTumblr|http://markrosewater.tumblr.com/post/159059227043/kaladesh-had-the-inventions-and-they-definitely|title=What's the reason behind no discernible theme for Invocations?|March 31, 2017}}</ref> |
* ''[[Ixalan block#Cancelled Masterpiece Series|Ixalan Explorations]]'' (cancelled) {{-}} searching spells. |
* ''[[Ixalan block#Cancelled Masterpiece Series|Ixalan Explorations]]'' (cancelled) {{-}} searching spells. |
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* {{subpage|Mythic Edition|Guilds of Ravnica}} {{-}} all [[planeswalker]]s (only eight cards). |
* {{subpage|Mythic Edition|Guilds of Ravnica}} {{-}} all [[planeswalker]]s (only eight cards). |
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Revision as of 23:40, 31 March 2019
The Masterpiece Series is a collection of promotional Magic reprint sets of foil cards that originally were randomly inserted in boosters of different blocks or standalone sets. Each individual block or set had its own name for its collection. However, taken together, these collections are referred to as the Masterpiece Series.
The Masterpiece Series was created after the commercial success of the Zendikar Expeditions.[1][2] Originally envisioned to appear with every block, the appearance of the Masterpiece Series was quickly scaled back with the introduction of the Three-and-One Model because R&D realized that producing one for each set would eventually lead to the overall quality level dropping below their standards.[3] When the masterpieces returned, they were contained in an exclusive Guilds of Ravnica booster box, essentially becoming another marketing tool.
Description
The original format was envisioned as follows:
- Each block has approximately 50 Masterpiece Series cards. Although they may appear in non-English product, all Masterpieces are printed in English only. The card versions of the Masterpiece Series exist at a rarity higher than mythic rare, but slightly less rare than a foil mythic rare. For example, for Kaladesh roughly 1 out of every 144 boosters contains a Masterpiece (technically 1:2,160 cards.) These ratios may differ for other sets. For Amonkhet it is 1:1,935.[4] The original versions of cards appearing in the Masterpiece Series may also have appeared in rarities other than mythic rare.
- The Masterpiece Series, both in presentation and card selection, is tied thematically to the world appearing in the block[5] or standalone set. Masterpiece cards can have keywords that do not otherwise appear in the set they are printed with.[6] To date, this criterion has meant that each reprint has received new art that reflects the plane of the relevant set. Furthermore, Masterpiece-specific card frames change from block to block and are created to match the feel of the world/set.[7] Masterpiece themes are not always card type-based (e.g., lands, artifacts).[8] Similarly, the expansion symbol for each Masterpiece set is block-specific but distinct from the sets in that block. All Masterpiece Series sets, but for the retroactively-added Zendikar Expeditions, have the set code MPS.
- In addition to physical print, Masterpiece cards appear in Magic Online but are not redeemable and are not counted as part of the set. They do not, however, exist in Magic Duels.
- Masterpiece cards can be played in any Limited format they are opened in and in any Constructed format in which the card is already legal.
Sets
- Zendikar Expeditions (retroactively added[9]) — all lands.
- Kaladesh Inventions — all artifacts.
- Amonkhet Invocations — the Amonkhet gods, their magic and their servants.[10][11]
- Ixalan Explorations (cancelled) — searching spells.
- Mythic Edition (Guilds of Ravnica) — all planeswalkers (only eight cards).
- Mythic Edition (Ravnica Allegiance) — again all planeswalkers (only eight cards).
References
- ↑ Template:NewRef
- ↑ Mark Rosewater (September 12, 2016). "Why weren't there Masterpieces in Shadows over Innistrad/Eldritch Moon?". Blogatog. Tumblr.
- ↑ Template:NewRef
- ↑ Slightly increased frequency of Masterpieces - from 1:2160 to 1:1935
- ↑ Mark Rosewater (September 14, 2016). "Will this restriction apply to future masterpiece series?". Blogatog. Tumblr.
- ↑ Mark Rosewater (September 14, 2016). "Can Masterpiece cards have keywords that don't otherwise appear in the set they're printed with?". Blogatog. Tumblr.
- ↑ Mark Rosewater (September 13, 2016). "Are Masterpiece Series from future sets gonna have the same boarder as the Kaladesh Inventions?". Blogatog. Tumblr.
- ↑ Mark Rosewater (September 12, 2016). "Can we expect to see Materpieces move through other types?". Blogatog. Tumblr.
- ↑ Template:NewRef
- ↑ Mark Rosewater (March 30, 2017). "What is the theme of the Amonkhet Invocations supposed to be?". Blogatog. Tumblr.
- ↑ Mark Rosewater (March 31, 2017). "What's the reason behind no discernible theme for Invocations?". Blogatog. Tumblr.
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