Wizards of the Coast has revealed their latest Secret Lair drop, “Adventures of the Little Witch” as part of their Chaos Vault series, and it’s bringing magical girl aesthetics to four powerful and versatile cards. This whimsical collection transforms established Magic: The Gathering cards into enchanting spells befitting a young witch’s grimoire.
The Revealed Cards
The drop includes four cards that span different colors and strategies, each reimagined through the lens of a magical girl adventure:
Secret Rendezvous
Type: Sorcery
Effect: You and target opponent each draw 3 cards.
The classic white card that creates a temporary alliance with your opponent gets a mystical makeover. Perfect for multiplayer formats where political plays shine, this card allows for unexpected card advantage in white, at the cost of helping an opponent.
Serenity
Type: Enchantment
Effect: At the beginning of your upkeep, destroy all artifacts and enchantments. They can’t be regenerated.
A powerful board wipe for artifacts and enchantments, Serenity now channels the purifying magic of our little witch protagonist. This card serves as a meta call against artifact-heavy formats and enchantment-based strategies, particularly potent in Commander and Legacy sideboards.
Esika’s Chariot
Type: Legendary Artifact Vehicle
Effect: When Esika’s Chariot enters, create 2 2/2 green cat creature tokens. Whenever Esika’s Chariot attacks, create a token that is a copy of target token that you control. Crew 4
Perhaps the most anticipated card in the collection, this Kaldheim favorite transforms Esika’s mythical chariot into a magical girl’s fantastical transportation. Already a staple in token strategies, this card’s ability to multiply your army while providing a substantial threat makes it a centerpiece in many green decks.
Realms Uncharted
Type: Instant
Effect: Search your library for up to four land cards with different names and reveal them. An opponent chooses two of those cards. Put the chosen cards into the graveyard and the rest into your hand. Then shuffle.
This blue instant offers strategic land tutoring with a twist—your opponent gets to choose which lands you keep. In the new artwork, we see our little witch exploring magical realms through a spellbook. This card is particularly valuable in decks that utilize the graveyard, turning your opponent’s choice into a strategic advantage.
Artwork and Themes
The “Adventures of the Little Witch” collection appears to draw inspiration from magical girl anime and fantasy literature like Kiki’s Delivery Service. Each card showcases our protagonist witch in different scenarios—forming magical pacts, cleansing corrupted artifacts, riding her enchanted vehicle companion, and exploring magical realms through her spellbook.
The artwork style departs from traditional MTG aesthetics, embracing a more whimsical, storybook quality that conveys the wonder and discovery of a young witch learning her craft.
Availability and Pricing
As with other Chaos Vault drops, “Adventures of the Little Witch” will likely be available for a limited time through the Secret Lair website. Wizards of the Coast typically offers these special collections in both foil and non-foil options, with pricing generally ranging from $29.99 to $39.99 for non-foil and $39.99 to $49.99 for foil versions.
Player Reception
Initial reactions from the community have been largely positive, with particular enthusiasm for the reimagining of Esika’s Chariot. Token strategy players are especially excited to add this unique version to their collections, while the utility of Realms Uncharted and Serenity for specific formats has caught the attention of more competitive players.
Format Impact
While Secret Lair drops don’t introduce new cards to the game—only new artwork for existing cards—this collection offers players access to several format-relevant cards:
- Esika’s Chariot: A Commander and Pioneer staple for token strategies
- Serenity: A powerful sideboard option in Legacy and Vintage
- Realms Uncharted: A utility card for land-focused Commander decks
- Secret Rendezvous: A political tool in multiplayer formats
Final Thoughts
“Adventures of the Little Witch” continues Secret Lair’s tradition of bringing unique artistic visions to Magic: The Gathering. By combining the magical girl aesthetic with strategically relevant cards, Wizards of the Coast has created a drop that appeals to both collectors and players.
Whether you’re looking to enhance your token strategy with a beautifully reimagined Esika’s Chariot or simply appreciate the whimsical artwork of a little witch’s magical journey, this Secret Lair drop offers something special for MTG enthusiasts.
Keep an eye on the official Secret Lair website for the official launch date and purchasing window for this enchanting collection.
What do you think of the “Adventures of the Little Witch” Secret Lair drop? Which card’s artwork are you most excited about? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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