Published Apr 30, 2026, 4:34 PM EDT Magic’s latest return to academia is already rewriting the record books Secrets of Strixhaven just broke a major Magic: The Gathering record Image: Wizards of the Coast Magic: The Gathering ’s Secrets of Strixhaven set has officially entered the history books, surpassing 2019’s War of the Spark to become the biggest prerelease event ever. Wizards of the Coast announced the milestone on X , adding that the celebration is far from over with MagicCon: Las Vegas kicking off on May 1. Strixhaven’s massive success should come as no surprise. Built around five rival magical colleges, the set leans heavily into spell-slinging gameplay, giving players a clean, flavorful hook that’s easy to grasp for newcomers while still offering plenty of depth for experienced deckbuilders. It’s a return to a more grounded Magic setting, focused on in-world lore and mechanics rather than another oddly out-of-place Universes Beyond set .…