Pro Tour Lorwyn Eclipsed Begins!
The decklists are finalized, and the first Pro Tour of 2026 is set to kick off! Pro Tour Lorwyn Eclipsed will take place in Richmond, Virginia, starting tomorrow, January 30, through February 1, as a closed event for invited participants. A total of 306 elite Magic: The Gathering players will compete using their Standard decks for a chance at $500,000 in prizes, sought-after World Championship invites, and the celebrated Pro Tour trophy. The roster features top talents from Regional Championships, online preliminaries, and veteran Pro Tour players.
Event Structure
The competition will commence with Booster Drafts on Friday and Saturday mornings, followed by five rounds of Standard play each afternoon. The Top 8 will compete in a single-elimination matchup on Sunday to determine the new Pro Tour champion.
Watch the Live Stream
To catch all the action, tune in to the livestream on the Magic Twitch channel or the Play MTG YouTube channel. Broadcasting will start at 11 a.m. ET on Friday and Saturday, and at 10 a.m. ET on Sunday. For detailed information, check the viewer’s guide.
Standard Format Overview
The Standard format, available in 60-card decks, currently includes expansion sets from Wilds of Eldraine onwards. Recently, the release of many new cards from Lorwyn Eclipsed has diversified the metagame, introducing new archetypes. Below is a breakdown of the Standard decks registered for the World Championship 31:
Deck Archetypes and Stats
| Deck Archetype | Number of Players | Percentage of Field |
|---|---|---|
| Simic Rhythm | 48 | 15.7% |
| Bant Rhythm | 46 | 15.0% |
| Sultai Reanimator | 31 | 10.1% |
| Grixis Control | 1 | 0.3% |
Key Players and Strategies
Izzet Lessons, a standout deck from the Magic World Championship 31, has seen a decrease in its field representation. However, key cards like
Impact of New Cards
The Standard format has been significantly shaped by the introduction of new cards from Lorwyn Eclipsed, with
Conclusion and What’s Next
This weekend promises to deliver innovative strategies and thrilling matches as players adapt to the newly defined Standard landscape. Follow the action starting on Friday, January 30, at 8 a.m. PT on twitch.tv/magic and the Play MTG YouTube channel to see which competitors will make their mark in the future of competitive Magic.
