Secret Lair: Sonic the Hedgehog Speeds Into Magic: The Gathering – Release Dates, Card List & Pre-Order Details

Magic: The Gathering is about to go supersonic. Wizards of the Coast has unveiled the “Secret Lair x Sonic the Hedgehog” Superdrop, a three-pack collaboration that inserts Sega’s blue blur—and his friends, foes, and iconic gear—directly into the Universes Beyond product line. Release timeline • Orders open July 14 2025 at 9 a.m. PT exclusively on MagicSecretLair.com. • The Friends & Foes non-foil version hits WPN game stores on August 21 2025. • All drops are print-to-demand but offered in limited quantities, meaning once inventory disappears, it’s gone for good. What’s in the Sonic Superdrop? 1. Secret Lair x Sonic: Friends & Foes – Seven brand-new, tournament-legal cards put Sonic, Shadow, Dr. Eggman, Tails, Knuckles, Amy, and a transformational “Super State” on legendary frames. Non-foil $39.99; rainbow foil $49.99. 2. Secret Lair x Sonic: Turbo Gear – Magic artifacts reskinned as Sonic tech, from “Power Sneakers” (Lightning Greaves) to “Tornado, Sonic’s Biplane” (Weatherlight). Non-foil $29.99; rainbow foil $39.99. 3. Secret Lair x Sonic: Chasing Adventure – Six staple spells plus a Treasure token, each starring Team Sonic members and bursting with speed-trail artwork. Non-foil $29.99; rainbow foil $39.99. Why it matters • First time Sonic the Hedgehog characters officially appear on Magic cards, expanding MTG’s crossover appeal alongside previous Secret Lair drops for Street Fighter, The Walking Dead, and Fallout. • All new cards are legal in Commander, Legacy, and Vintage, giving casual and competitive players fresh build-around legends and flavorful reprints. • Universes Beyond collaborations continue to draw non-Magic fandoms into the TCG ecosystem, and Sega’s 30-plus-year mascot provides instant mainstream recognition. Buying tips and bonuses • Free U.S. shipping on orders over $100 (see site for regional terms). • Mix-and-match foil and non-foil bundles to hit the threshold while securing multiple drops for collection or resale. • Keep an eye on Secret Lair social media for preview art prints and potential bonus card reveals in the weeks before launch. Community buzz Early reactions on Reddit, YouTube, and X highlight excitement for Shadow’s card mechanics, speculation on an eventual Chaos Emerald artifact cycle, and debate over card name localization. With the Commander format already enamored with speedy combo decks, expect “Sonic and Shadow” to become a popular tag-team commander pair on release day. How to prepare 1. Bookmark MagicSecretLair.com and log in before the July 14 on-sale time to avoid checkout queues. 2. If you’re a local-game-store supporter, coordinate with your WPN retailer about preordering the Friends & Foes non-foil drop. 3. Sleeve up Lightning Greaves and Sol Ring placeholders now; your decklists can be instantly upgraded once the physical cards arrive. Bottom line The Secret Lair x Sonic Superdrop combines nostalgic Sega energy with MTG playability, making it a must-grab for collectors, Commander players, and Sonic fans alike. With limited availability and crossover hype at full throttle, you’ll need to act faster than the Blue Blur himself to secure your copy this summer.