Magic: The Gathering Fans Divided On New Spongebob Secret Lair Set

Magic: The Gathering He is heading towards the bottom of the bikini and not everyone is electrified. Wizards of the Coast revealed their latest secret crossover of Tana, with Spongebob SquarepantsAnd while some fans are thrilled to get their hands on these cards, others feel like this is a step too far in the chaos of pop culture.

Collider has revealed that this SPONGEBOB Themed Secret Themed Secrets set includes three different collections: Legends of Bikini Bottomwhich focuses on the most iconic characters of the show; Internet feelingwhich is heavily inclined in the culture of memes; AND Lands under the seaA colored showcase from the world of Spongebob.

The set drops on March 24 and will be available only until stocks last, which, if the story tells us something, will not last long.

For magical players who are also Spongebob fan, this is an eccentric and funny addition. But for many longtime players, it is another sign that Magic: The Gathering He is moving too far from his roots.

When the cards were revealed for the first time, some fans sincerely believed it was a joke. The initial reaction on Magic: The Gathering Sumddit was a mix of confusion and disbelief.

Once the reality has begun, the answer has turned into frustration. A popular feeling expressed through a spongebob meme summarized him: “Eight, Imma Head Out”. Another fan has published the classic image Mr. Krabs asking: “I really intend to contaminate this tomb for money?” Before replying, “Of course I am!”

Some players feel as if this crossover is another nail in the coffin for an once wealthy and high fantasy of Magic. A frustrated fan said: “Look what they are doing to the biggest card game ever.”

Others are simply bewildered, questioning for who this set is, since Magic’s main audience may not ask for bikini’s meme in their decks.

However, not everyone is angry. Secret Lair Sets have always been more on the novelty and on the charm of collectors rather than on competitive gameplay. This is not the first time that magic has leaned on pop culture. The previous secret versions of the den have included Fortnite AND Hatsune Miku.

Some fans are fully embracing absurdity, hoping in specific references to make the cut. An enthusiastic supporter commented that they need a card “no, this is Patrick”. For those who love both Magic and Spongebob, this is just another fun addition to their collection.

At the end of the day, this set is polarizing. The long -standing magical purists see him as another removal from the fantasy roots of the game, while the players and random collectors are happy to add a little touch of bikini to their decks.