As we’ve reported before, an exclusive variant of MTG card, Warstorm Surge, is included with the first issue of comic book mini series, Avengers: Armageddon. At the time we initially reported this, we let you know how and where to pre-order the comic to ensure you could get your hands on the Marvel Super Heroes variant of Warstorm Surge. However, the time for pre-ordering has passed, and Avengers: Armageddon #1 is here. Let’s take a look at it!
How to Find the Warstorm Surge MTG Promo Card in Avengers: Armageddon #1
As long as you buy a bagged, first print copy of Avengers: Armageddon #1, inside you will find a foil, Marvel Super Heroes variant of Warstorm Surge, shown above. Note that there are 10 different variants for the first print of Avengers: Armageddon #1, but the only difference is the cover. Here are a few examples of the different covers you may find for Avengers: Armageddon #1, including one that replicates the Warstorm Surge card itself:
As long as you buy the first printing of any variant, they will be in a sealed polybag, containing the foil Warstorm Surge MTG card. You can buy Avengers: Armageddon #1 from any comic book store, and it’s a good idea to support your local shop if possible. We’d recommend using this Comic Shop Map to find your local store if you need to know where they are; also do contact them to make sure they have this comic in stock before you go! Of course, you can also check online stores too, if you need to.
Is Avengers: Armageddon #1 Worth Reading?
If you’re buying Avengers: Armageddon #1 as an MTG fan without having read recent Marvel comics, you might be a little confused as to the general characters, the members of the Avengers and their current status quo in this issue.
The action kicks off in the aftermath of a previous event, which saw General “Thunderbolt” Ross (aka the Red Hulk) taking down Victor Von Doom, who sought to spread his fascist regime worldwide. Along with his team of “Hulks”, Ross decides to bring his own brand of democracy and “freedom” to various nation states, in opposition to US foreign policy and the UN’s wishes. Though the Avengers and other super-powered individuals are warned to stay clear of the situation, it’s clear that they aren’t going to be able to keep away, setting the stage for an epic showdown on several fronts.
If this is your first “event” comic ever, or even in a long while, you might get some enjoyment from this issue, which sets the scene very well for the epic action that’s sure to be on the way. However, if you have familiarity with Marvel’s events in the past few decades, you’ll recognize a lot of familiar elements here; there’s a very Civil War-esque feel to the overall setup, and unfortunately it feels somewhat disconnected to other stories currently occurring, or in the process of being set up, in the Marvel Universe.
That said, if you’re seeing the comic as a bonus in getting your hands on an exclusive MTG card, it’s an enjoyable enough read, and the artwork is excellent throughout. The Marvel Super Heroes set for Magic: The Gathering is due to be released on the 26th of June, and this is a fun way of bringing both fandoms together. Marvel have been printing numerous variant covers in the style of Magic: The Gathering cards over the last few months too, giving fans even more previews of what to expect from the upcoming set.
Check out our coverage of MTG’s Marvel’s Spider-Man set, such as our look at the most valuable cards in Marvel’s Spider-Man. You’ll see at least one card from the Marvel’s Spider-Man set in our list of the most valuable Magic: The Gathering cards too!
