Magic: The Gathering Taps Jim Henson's Creature Shop for Lorwyn Eclipsed Showcase
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Wizards of the Coast has partnered with The Jim Henson Company to create a puppet-filled short film and mini-documentary celebrating the upcoming Magic: The Gathering set, Lorwyn Eclipsed.
Wizards of the Coast is leaning hard into practical magic for its upcoming Magic: The Gathering set. According to an exclusive report by Polygon, the publisher has teamed up with The Jim Henson Company to create a special short film and behind the scenes documentary for Lorwyn Eclipsed. The collaboration brings the legendary puppet masters together with one of the card game's most beloved fantasy settings, blending tangible creature design with digital card art.
Set to debut on January 5, the project features handcrafted puppets built by Jim Henson's Creature Shop to bring the folklore inspired creatures of Lorwyn and Shadowmoor to life. Brian Henson spoke about the partnership, noting that the distinct fantasy realms of the plane share clear artistic DNA with classic Henson productions like The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth. Because the setting is entirely devoid of humans, populated instead by Kithkin, Boggarts, and Treefolk, the Creature Shop had complete freedom to lean into tactile textures and exaggerated forms.
For players and collectors, this kind of crossover promotion shows how tabletop brands are elevating their worldbuilding to rival major streaming series and cinematic universes. By prioritizing practical artistry over slick CGI, Wizards of the Coast is tapping into a shared appreciation for tangible craft that resonates deeply with the community. You can read the full, original coverage over at Polygon.
Source: Polygon
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Original article: Polygon