Magic: the Gathering is detailing new mechanics featured in its forthcoming Spider-Man expansion, which is generating excitement due to the collaboration between Wizards of the Coast and Marvel. The set will showcase iconic characters such as Spider-Man, Doc Ock, Green Goblin, and Mysterio, and introduces several innovative mechanics.

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Key Mechanics

• Web-Slinging: This allows players to cast cards at an alternate cost by returning a tapped creature to its owner’s hand.
• Mayhem: Players can cast certain cards from their graveyard for an alternate cost if they discarded them that turn.
• Connive: Draw one card, discard another, and place a +1/+1 counter on the creature if a nonland card is discarded.
• Double-Sided Cards: These can be played in either form, transforming between two sides.
• Modified Creatures: Refers to creatures enhanced through equipment, auras, or counters.

The Spider-Man set aims to innovate gameplay by merging the superhero theme with Magic’s longstanding mechanics, promising an exciting release slated for September 26.