Ah, the charming art of secret-keeping! Not since Disney’s vault have so many fans pined for the air of mystery surrounding a release. Enter Whispers in the Well, Lorcana’s eagerly anticipated tenth set, whose arrival is electric with anticipation and whispers of discovery. As the second set in the current rotation, this secretive collection is crafted with opulent twists of puzzle pieces, page fragments, and daredevil deck maneuvers.
Blessed are the local game stores, who will first cradle these arcane bundles come Friday, November 7. Enthusiasts and deck builders will get their enchanted hands on tantalizing previews, enabling early gaming events and promotional exploits to unfurl over the weekend like sails on the high seas. Only a week later, on November 14, big-name retailers and digital giants will step in, making the treasures available to the wider populace and igniting competitive spirits far and wide.
What bright jewel lies at the center of this labyrinthine release? It would be the delectable new card type, the Whisper – a name that invites intrigue in itself. Shrouded in mystery, Whispers are like glimpses of a character, yet incomplete glimmers that belong to a broader picture puzzle. Imagine the tactile delight of parchment textures and torn-page edges that transport you into the heart of a lorebook, whispering tales. As of now, four Whispers haunt the halls: Ursula, Whisper of Vanessa; Gaston, Frightful Bully; Megara, Secret Keeper; and Simba, King in the Making.
Accompanying Whispers is the debut of an enigmatic capability known as Boost. A sibling to the mechanic of Shift, Boost teases the strategists among you by requiring a card to be nestled underneath a Whisper instead of expending Ink as usual. This feature draws upon your foresight to turn otherwise lackluster top decks into useful fuel. Players peering into their destinies will relish the moments when they can slyly place a lower-value draw beneath their Whispers.
The evocative glow of new players steps onto the stage, with renowned franchises bringing fresh vigor to this spellbinding set. The beloved Gargoyles command attention, ushering in characters like the mighty Demona, Scourge of the Wyvern Clan—a formidable six Ink force with the power to immobilize every foe upon her majestic entry. She is flanked by glimpses of Demona, Betrayer of the Clan; Coldstone, Reanimated Cyborg; Bronx, Ferocious Beast; Goliath, Guardian of Castle Wyvern; Brooklyn, Second in Command; and Goliath, Clan Leader. Each card bookends a lore-heavy narrative that beckons players to explore and unite with their animated allies.
From deep within the cauldron of magic comes another twist, with The Black Cauldron’s mechanical prowess reshaping decks like a blacksmith molds metal. The eponymous item lets you engineer reanimation, using three Ink to retrieve characters from discard, and thus crafting a whole new archetype. Such enigmatic additions include The Horned King in varying forms—from Heartless Devil to Triumphant Ghoul—alongside Hen Wen, the Prophetic Pig, and other mystic allies like Gwythaint, the Savage Hunter.
Stat fans and collectors will appreciate the nod to familiarity with a total of 242 cards, including 204 base cards, 18 Enchanted ones, 18 Epic entrants, and a sublime duo of Iconic cards featuring Hades, Looking for a Deal and Ariel, Ethereal Voice. Hades turns the screws on opponents, forcing them to choose between discarding or allowing you to draw. Meanwhile, Ariel enchants with rewards for song-play, breathing life into any previously undervalued mechanics.
The overarching narrative of Whispers in the Well beckons the detective in each of us. With the guiding phrase “Light Your Path,” players are tempted to piece together the whispers and unveil the concealed tales with both cunning and a sparkle of whimsy. The impeccably designed artworks weave mystery into every card, and with Judy Hopps seemingly playing a key role in this unfolding drama, the Well promises unexpected secrets fit for a true sleuth.
With all this in mind, the arrival of Whispers in the Well is not just another set launch—it’s a grand induction into a world where imagination and strategy blend to create the ultimate card-driven storytelling experience. So, whether a diehard fan or a curious newcomer, prepare yourselves for a journey of discovery, as Whispers in the Well delivers enchanting surprises hidden beneath each shining card.