There’s magic in the air and mysteries afoot as Disney and Ravensburger prepare to unveil the tantalizing tenth set of their enchanting Lorcana world, whimsically titled Whispers in the Well. What better backdrop for this new chapter than a world filled with secrets and sleuthing, hints, and hidden gems? The Lorcana universe is about to get more intriguing with this new expansion, promising to merge puzzles with playful strategy into one delightful concoction.
Crafty whispers are on the verge of being revealed, with the official release set to drop first at local game stores on Friday, November 7. Little gaming havens across the cosmos will get a one-week head start, doling out early releases and offering a heady bandwidth of promotions and playing opportunities. This is no ordinary launch. It’s an LGS-first event, sowing local excitement before the big box retailers and major online outlets gather around on November 14. Consider it a tantalizing appetizer to the main course of launch festivities.
At the core of this set is a mesmerizing new card type that whispers of innovation. These ‘Whispers’ are essentially fragments of Glimmers, captivating pieces that beckon completion. Much like assembling a jigsaw puzzle, piecing together these whispers reveals a fully formed character. The textures are artisanal in their design—parchment styles with edges worn and torn, reminiscent of forgotten tomes and ancient lorebooks. Thus far, whispers have unearthed Ursula, Whisper of Vanessa; Gaston, Frightful Bully; Megara, Secret Keeper; and Simba, King in the Making.
There’s more magic in the mix with a fresh ability dubbed Boost. In a manner reminiscent of some crafty card tricksters, this ability enables you to slide cards beneath these whispers instead of the conventional Ink payment method. Looking into your deck’s near future, assembling knowledge becomes power as you selectively tuck away low-value draws. However, the suspense is cruel if you cannot see your top card, as essential elements might vanish into thin air, lost forever in the strategic abyss.
Marvel at the new stars stepping on Lorcana’s grand stage—Gargoyles, an armory of titanic power, makes a prominent entry. Commanded by the formidable Demona, Scourge of the Wyvern Clan, a six Ink leviathan, capable of exerting every opposing character at her dramatic entry. This ethereal force is not alone as her clan peers out from the shadows; Demona, Betrayer of the Clan; Coldstone, Reanimated Cyborg; Bronx, Ferocious Beast; Goliath, Guardian of Castle Wyvern; Brooklyn, Second in Command; and Goliath, Clan Leader all join the fray, adding a phantasmagorical flair to the unfolding tale.
Adding more sorcery to the mix is the timeless Black Cauldron, a mechanical wonder that allows fresh deck building avenues. The Black Cauldron item, an intricate piece costing a mere three Ink, bestows upon players the arcane ability to pull a character from discard limbo into strategic play beneath its dark shadows. It all culminates into reanimation—a rare alchemy in Lorcana lore—carving out a distinct archetype. Expect to cross paths with The Horned King in multiple terrifying guises, the prophetic Hen Wen, her captivating Visions, Cauldron Born, and Gwythaint, the Savage Hunter.
Size aficionados will find the set to be comfortingly familiar, with a tantalizing card roster poised at a 204 card base. Supplementing the intrigue, 18 Enchanted, 18 Epic, and a duo of Iconic cards gather, summing the total to 242 cards. About 190 cards have thus far dared to reveal themselves to anticipatory eyes. The Iconic pair, Hades, Looking for a Deal, and Ariel, Ethereal Voice, have deigned to grace this set. Hades twists the gameboard with a devilish choice—bottoming an opponent-chosen character for a draw boon, while Ariel weaves song into strategy, harmonizing draws if harmonically supported.
The narrative unfurls in a dance of deduction. In a world titled Light Your Path, the whispers are more than mere mumbles—they invite the keen and curious to embark on a journey of discovery. The artwork, resplendently detective-flavored, hints at hidden wonders with Judy Hopps as a deft figure in this noir fantastica. The Well itself, hiding secrets aplenty, becomes the elusive quarry of this set as mechanics morph search into source, turning gameplay into a thrilling treasure hunt.
Whispers in the Well promises to stoke the fires of curiosity and creativity with a captivating blend of mystery, strategy, and fun befitting of the Disney magic. With every card, every whisper, and every shadow, Lorcana’s enigmatic new chapter invites you to solve the riddles it beautifully obscures.
