Fallout Franchise Joins Magic: The Gathering in New Crossover Deck – Check Out the Scrappy Survivors Commander Decklist and Card Reveals

Exclusive Look at the Scrappy Survivors Commander Deck from Magic: The Gathering

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The Fallout universe meets Magic: The Gathering

The Fallout franchise is known for its captivating post-apocalyptic setting, and with the highly anticipated release of the new Amazon TV adaptation in April, the series is back in the spotlight. To further fuel the excitement, the Fallout universe is crossing paths with Magic: The Gathering in an exciting new collaboration. Four Commander decks, originally announced in August, will introduce iconic Fallout characters and themes to the world of Magic: The Gathering. Polygon has received an exclusive preview and complete decklist for one of these decks, the Scrappy Survivors Commander deck, along with some exciting new card reveals.

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Unveiling the Scrappy Survivors deck

The Scrappy Survivors deck is designed around the theme of resourcefulness and utilizes low-cost creatures that can be enhanced with powerful auras and enchantments. The deck truly embodies the Fallout franchise’s juxtaposition of old-world technology with post-apocalyptic ingenuity. While some characters in Fallout are equipped with advanced power armor, the majority must rely on salvaged equipment found in scrapyards and dumpsters to survive.

At first glance, the Scrappy Survivors deck may seem underwhelming, but it shines once players establish momentum and utilize synergy. One notable card is Mister Gutsy, a new legendary artifact creature, which gains +1/+1 counters whenever an aura or equipment spell is cast and spawns Junk Tokens upon death. Another powerful addition is Cass, Hand of Vengeance, a legendary creature with the ability to return auras and equipment from the graveyard to the battlefield, providing versatility and strategic options to players. Cass, a well-known companion from Fallout: New Vegas, adds an additional layer of nostalgia to the deck.

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To ensure players have some scrap to make use of, Wizards of the Coast repurposed the well-regarded Mantle of the Ancients from the Adventures in the Forgotten Realms set as a take on the classic Vault suit from Fallout. The deck also features the iconic Pip-Boy, a menu system and user interface familiar to Fallout players. The attention to detail in these cards transports players back to the familiar wastelands and iconic elements of the Fallout franchise.

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Vault 21: House Gambit and the allure of New Vegas

One of the standout cards in the preview is Vault 21: House Gambit. Vault 21, a location in Fallout: New Vegas, was originally a Vault Tec survival bunker transformed into a hotel and gift shop in Mr. House’s empire along the New Vegas strip. House Gambit adds an element of risk to the gameplay, with players potentially gaining treasure tokens by revealing cards with matching mana values. This mechanic encapsulates the uncertainty and thrill of gambling, a prominent theme in New Vegas.

Closely aligned with New Vegas, the Scrappy Survivors deck incorporates elements and characters from the highly acclaimed Fallout title. Set in the Mojave Wasteland, Fallout: New Vegas chronicles the conflict between powerful factions. Some individuals in the city of New Vegas revel in the luxuries provided by Caesar’s Legion or Mr. House’s utopia, while others struggle to survive. The Scrappy Survivors deck beautifully captures the balance between risk and reward, reminiscent of the unpredictable nature of the Fallout universe.

Conclusion

In addition to the Scrappy Survivors deck, the Fallout crossover expansion for Magic: The Gathering includes three other decks titled Science!, Hail, Caesar, and Mutant Menace. These decks promise to showcase more iconic characters and themes from the Fallout series. Fans are eagerly anticipating the release of this exciting collaboration between two beloved franchises.

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Decklist for the Scrappy Survivors Commander deck:

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