With perfect timing for the launch of the Magic: The Gathering’s Final Fantasy set, TCG Player’s Mayhem sale is offering more with each purchase by offering store credit back in return (including Pokémon TCG as well).
The sale runs for one day only, May 16, from 9 AM to 11 PM. With that added store credit, you’ll then get to unlock money off future purchases. Earn enough, and you could even end up buying some free cards from this gorgeous set.
Still, while the above are incredibly pretty, several of the singles from the Final Fantasy MTG sets can be quite expensive (like with any TCG), especially with several borderless or Surge Foil cards skyrocketing towards $600.
So if the expense of buying these pricey options are putting you off, after grabbing the incredibly affordable FF MTG starter kit for $20, try grabbing one of my handpicked, top 10 MTG cards from the Final Fantasy set, and earn some extra credit to complete your collection by the time the set launches on June 13.
Traveling Chocobo
Even if you’re unable to grab one of the very rare limited edition gold version of the Traveling Chocobo, even the standard Creature is worth buying. That’s due to the awesome ability to look and play lands and Bird spells from the top of your library.
Vivi Ornitier
Aside from just saying “because it’s Vivi”, this Magic: The Gathering version of the iconic mage brings a lot of fun chaos to the game by being able to cast spells and deal damage quickly.
Summon: Shiva
Both a creature and saga, which is one of the interesting elements of the set. This comes with stun counter capabilities, and being able to draw more cards from chapter III, which make it a essential for Blue decks,
Tidus, Yuna’s Guardian
Tidus may not come with any HA HA HAs, but this Commander card version of the Final Fantasy X protagonist is another great addition for Magic: The Gathering collectors — thanks to his handy counter-based capabilities.
Cloud, Ex-Solider
Providing lots of draw power whenever Cloud attacks, this is arguably the best Cloud card in the set. That’s since you can make use of the extra generated Treasure Tokens to make equipping to your other creatures far easier — making it great for Commander decks.
Jumbo Cactuar
Get ready to execute fun combos with this prickly 1/7 customer. Jumbo Cactuar’s for trolling your opponents, just like it does in Final Fantasy VIII.
Cecil, Dark Knight
An interesting legendary human knight who, when you meet the life total requirement to untap it, you can transform it into Cecil, Redeemed Paladin — which has a handy ability to give your other attacking creatures indestructible.
Kefka, Court Mage
Along with its jaw-dropping artwork in the 0322 borderless version, Kefka comes with an interesting ability to dismantle your opponent’s hand whilst building up your own with additional draws.
Sazh’s Chocobo
Both an adorable and reliable card that gives you a very impressive +1/+1 counter when a land you control enters. It may not be the best card in the set, but the 1 mana cost almost makes it a must.
Y ’shtola, Night’s Blessed
A powerful commander card, Y’shtola has some great flexibility to fit into a variety of decks that make this cat warlock a must-buy.
What Is TCGPlayer?
I think TCGPlayer is the smartest place to spend money if you know what cards you’re chasing. Instead of rolling the dice on booster packs, you can just go buy the singles you want, or even check out other regions sets like with Pokémon TCG’s Japanese Glory of Team Rocket set that Destined Rivals is drawing from.
It’s also where I go to check actual card values instead of relying on whatever price Amazon randomly assigns. There are deals to be had, you just have to be willing to search a bit. It’s TCG eBay, but cleaner.
Ben Williams – IGN freelance contributor with over 10 years of experience covering gaming, tech, film, TV, and anime. Follow him on Twitter/X @BenLevelTen.
