Atlanta, September 29, 2025
News Summary
MTG Arena has launched its latest set, ‘Through the Omenpaths,’ featuring new Pick-Two Draft and Sealed events. Players are encouraged to provide feedback on new decks and cards. A community tournament with 16 content creators is also underway, with a custom Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop as the grand prize. Additionally, Arena Anthologies 3 and 4 have been released, adding powerful cards from Magic’s history. Players can earn special items by completing tasks and must log in by October 7 to participate in upcoming events.
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MTG Arena has recently launched its latest set, titled ‘Through the Omenpaths’, which has been available for players for almost a week. This new addition comes with exciting gameplay options, including Pick-Two Draft events and Sealed events, allowing players to explore new strategies and card combinations.
Feedback is actively being sought from players regarding their favorite decks and cards from the new set to enhance community engagement. Along with these activities, MTG Arena is hosting a special community tournament featuring 16 MTG Arena content creators. This tournament is structured around a modified Standard format, with exciting prizes offered in every round.
The grand prize for the tournament winner is a custom Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop, which the victorious creator will then give away to their community, reinforcing the collaborative spirit of the game.
In other events linked to MTG Arena, Michael DeBenedetto-Plummer recently achieved victory in the Pro Tour Edge of Eternities at MagicCon: Atlanta, demonstrating skill after competing in numerous rounds of intense play. MagicCon provided not just opportunities for high-level competition but also revealed exciting highlights and future directions for the Magic series.
Additionally, the release of two new Arena Anthologies, numbers 3 and 4, introduced several powerful cards from Magic’s illustrious history. Some of these cards are available for crafting within the game, offering players avenues for building unique decks.
Players can engage in community activities such as earning special items inspired by the character Fleem by completing specific tasks before September 30. A podcast is also available, providing listeners with a guided tour of the Omenpaths and detailing Magic’s various planes, enhancing the rich lore surrounding the game.
The integration of Flashback Draft controls has returned to Arena, creating more options for players to enjoy the game. Those looking to participate in special events are encouraged to log into Arena by October 7 to take advantage of the offerings available.
For competitive players, Qualifier Play-In events are running, allowing them to earn invitations to Qualifier Weekend events, which provide an opportunity for advancement in the rankings. Players must participate in at least one ranked game in a particular format to receive seasonal rewards for September 2025, which will be distributed at the start of the upcoming October ranked season.
In a related segment, the NBA postseason is underway, including a Play-In tournament where the Orlando Magic are set to face the Atlanta Hawks for a playoff spot. As the No. 7 seed, the Magic will play against the No. 8 seeded Hawks on April 15 at 7:30 p.m. on TNT, after splitting their regular-season matchups at 2-2. The winner will advance to face the Boston Celtics in the first round of the playoffs, with the Hawks being led by All-Star Trae Young, who has recently announced a change in their starting lineup due to injury. The loser of this game will still have a chance to compete for the No. 8 seed against the winner of the 9-10 matchup.
Updates indicate that all series involving teams advancing from the Play-In will commence on Easter Sunday, April 20.
FAQ
What is the new MTG Arena set called?
The new set is called ‘Through the Omenpaths’ and has been available for almost a week.
What types of events can players engage in with this new set?
Players can engage in Pick-Two Draft events and Sealed events with the new set.
Is there a community tournament associated with the new set?
Yes, a special community tournament has been organized featuring 16 MTG Arena content creators.
What is the grand prize for the community tournament?
The grand prize is a custom Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop, which the winning creator will give away to their community.
When do players have to log into Arena to participate in special events?
Players are encouraged to log into Arena by October 7 to participate in special events.
Key Features Overview
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| New Set | ‘Through the Omenpaths’ |
| Events | Pick-Two Draft and Sealed events |
| Community Tournament | 16 MTG Arena content creators; modified Standard format |
| Grand Prize | Custom Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop |
| Arena Anthologies | New sets 3 and 4 featuring powerful cards |
| Seasonal Rewards | Available for September 2025; must play one ranked game |
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Additional Resources
- Orlando Magic News
- ESPN: Hawks vs. Magic
- Orlando Magic Daily
- Newsweek: Hawks vs. Magic Live Stream
- Wikipedia: NBA Play-In Tournament
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