Malcolm Graves Is Finally Bringing His Shotgun to Riftbound

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Malcolm Graves Is Finally Bringing His Shotgun to Riftbound

Polygon has exclusively revealed that League of Legends fan-favorite Malcolm Graves is joining the Riftbound trading card game in the upcoming Radiance set. His new card brings his iconic shotgun playstyle to the tabletop with a powerful area-of-effect attack.

Fans of the jungle role in League of Legends are getting some long-awaited trading card love. According to an exclusive report by Polygon, the notorious mercenary and fan-favorite champion Malcolm Graves is officially making his debut in Riot Games physical card game, Riftbound, as part of the upcoming Radiance set launching globally on October 23.

The new card, titled Graves, Blasting Through, is a rare Champion Unit requiring five energy and a Red Fury rune to play. Staying true to his MOBA roots, Graves brings a devastating area-of-effect mechanic to the tabletop. Rather than dealing traditional combat damage, his ability lets him deal damage equal to his Might to every enemy unit at his battlefield whenever he attacks or defends, making him an absolute nightmare for opponents trying to swarm a location.

While the card requires a five-energy investment and leaves him vulnerable to removal before he can strike, the sheer deterrent factor of his defensive trigger gives him an exceptionally high ceiling. Players building Fury domain decks will love his crowd-clearing potential, especially when paired with cards that boost his Might. Interestingly, the card reveal also leaves fans waiting on a matching Graves Champion card, though preview season for the Radiance set has only just begun.

For collectors and competitive players alike, the arrival of such a iconic champion highlights how physical card games continue to expand digital universes into tangible social spaces. As preview season rolls on, expect the secondary market to keep a close eye on how this powerhouse card shakes up the current meta.

Tags: League of Legends, Riftbound, TCG, Tabletop Gaming, Esports

Original article: Polygon