Sorcery: Contested Realm has captivated players worldwide with its strategic depth and stunning, hand-painted artwork. Following Sorcery’s acclaimed Arthurian Legends expansion, Erik’s Curiosa is proud to announce the debut of Ed Beard Jr.'s Dragonlord mini set at Gen Con 2025 from July 31 - August 3.
The Dragonlord Awakens
Dragonlord continues Sorcery: Contested Realm’s dedication to exquisite, hand-painted traditional art, with this premium set marking the triumphant return celebrated artist Ed Beard Jr. to the realm of trading card games. Vividly bringing his Dragonlord storyline to life in the Contested Realm, this set is an uncompromising and unparalleled embodiment of the the characters of Ed Beard Jr.’s Dragonlord storyline and Sorcery’s top-down gameplay design.
"The Dragonlord was an opportunity to collaborate with one of fantasy art’s true icons," says Erik Olofsson, creator of Sorcery and Creative Director at Erik’s Curiosa. "We get to showcase the world’s most awesome hand-painted dragons in our game, and Ed gets to share his draconic magnum opus with a large audience of Sorcery players and art aficionados. It was a perfect fit."
With a career spanning over four decades and iconic works for Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons, Ed Beard Jr’s return marks a celebration of fantasy art and his lifelong passion for dragons.
What to Expect from the Dragonlord Mini Set
- Hand-Painted Masterpieces: Each card is meticulously hand-painted by Ed Beard Jr., vividly bringing his legendary dragon-themed narratives to life.
- Dynamic New Avatar - the Dragonlord: Take control of Sorcery’s most dynamic Avatar yet, harnessing the power of unique dragon aspects to reshape your strategic deckbuilding and gameplay.
- A Treasure Horde of Power: Every 14 card-Dragonlord box contains 13 functionally unique dragon-themed cards, and a premium foil card randomly selected from the set.
- Rich Narrative Gameplay: Embark on bold adventures and legendary battles that deepen your experience and the thematic stories you tell in the Realm.
Explore more of Ed Beard Jr.’s art: www.EdBeardJr.com
Experience Dragonlord First at Gen Con
Gen Con, North America’s largest tabletop gaming convention, sets the perfect stage for the debut of Dragonlord. Attendees will have the exclusive opportunity to experience this powerful new release firsthand in both casual and event play.
After more than a decade away, Ed Beard Jr. returns to Gen Con, offering fans a unique chance to meet him at the Sorcery booth for signings, exclusive prints, and firsthand exploration of the Dragonlord mini set.
Become the Dragonlord
Right after Gen Con, Dragonlord will be available via distribution channels and partners, and at in-person events featuring the Erik’s Curiosa team. Information on pre-orders will be shared in the coming weeks.
Harness the Power of the Dragonlord
Whether you're an avid strategist, art collector, or fan of epic narratives, the Ed Beard Jr.’s Dragonlord mini set promises an unforgettable addition to your Sorcery collection.
Visit Sorcerytcg.com, and follow Sorcery: Contested Realm on social media for updates, event details, and exclusive previews leading up to Gen Con 2025.
Find more at Ed Beard Jr.'s artist page
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