Tarkir: Dragonstorm – A Fiery Return to a Beloved Plane
Magic: The Gathering has always thrived on nostalgia, but when it revives a plane as iconic as Tarkir, expectations soar like the dragons that once ruled its skies. Tarkir: Dragonstorm, the newest set released in April 2025, doesn’t just meet those expectations—it incinerates them in a blaze of glory.
This set marks the long-awaited return to Tarkir, a plane known for its fierce clans and legendary dragons. Longtime players will remember the original conflict between dragonlords and khans. Now, the storm has returned, and it’s more breathtaking than ever.
Dragons Rise Again
At the heart of Tarkir: Dragonstorm lies a renewed emphasis on powerful dragon synergies. This set isn’t shy about showcasing its scale-clad stars. New legendary dragons like Betor, a lightning-infused tyrant, and Marang River Regent, a cunning control centerpiece, have already captured the imagination of Commander and Standard players alike.
Mechanically, the set introduces innovative keywords such as Contemplate a Dragon, which lets players tap into prophetic visions, and Mobilize, a fast-paced mechanic that gives aggression new wings. Harmonize and Omens add spiritual depth to strategy, perfect for fans of lore-driven gameplay.
Planeswalkers and Power Plays
No Magic set is complete without a show-stealing planeswalker, and Tarkir: Dragonstorm brings us Ugin, Eye of the Storm—an incarnation of pure energy and balance. Alongside him, Elspeth, Stormslayer returns with a vengeance, wielding celestial fury and strategic complexity in equal measure.
Artifacts like Mox of Jasper are already fueling fast starts in Constructed formats, proving this set has real competitive teeth.
Commander Highlight: Ureni and the Temur Roar
Commander players have found a gem in Temur Roar, one of the new preconstructed decks. Led by Ureni of the Unwritten, a mystic spirit dragon, this deck floods the battlefield with dragons using synergy, ramp, and resurrection. At a retail price of $44.99 and a market value approaching $175, it’s not just a thematic triumph—it’s a bargain hunter’s dream.
Community and Competitive Impact
Tarkir: Dragonstorm is more than just a return—it’s a reinvention. Competitive players are testing the waters with new Standard builds, while casual groups are diving deep into the set’s flavorful narratives. With the Commander format now under Wizards’ direct stewardship and new “Commander Brackets” shaping how we categorize power levels, this set feels like the start of a new era.
Final Thoughts: A Roar Worth Remembering
Whether you’re a returning player yearning for the days of Sarkhan Vol or a newcomer captivated by dragons and dynamic gameplay, Tarkir: Dragonstorm is a set that ignites imagination. It’s a love letter to one of Magic’s richest worlds—and a promise that the storm still has many skies left to conquer.
