Earth Week, which takes place every 3rd Week of April every year, is a chance to raise more awareness on issues that have an impact on the planet. This year, Earth Week is a way to call for urgent help to address climate change, which has affected everything from our supply of water to the quality of marine life. This week is also a time to celebrate the individuals, organizations, and businesses aiming to make a difference for the planet and the people by being sustainability advocates.
Leading health, wellness, and beauty retailer Watsons remains committed to offering sustainably sourced ingredients plus ocean-safe ingredients and reused, recyclable, or refillable packaging for its products at over 1,000 stores nationwide and all its e-commerce platforms.
As a retailer, Watsons advocates for responsible consumption by encouraging customers to use less plastic and carry their own shopping bags, reuse and refill their favorite personal care products at Watsons’ Refill Stations for Natural by Watsons, and go for Sustainable Choices products. These products contain no harmful ingredients (Clean Beauty), are made from responsibly sourced palm oil and FSC-certified paper, use better packaging materials, and support refilling through refill packs.
Through its sustainability efforts, Watsons hopes to educate customers about the impact of plastic on the environment and provide more sustainable choices to customers by promoting refills and products with eco-friendly packaging in stores. Watsons’ collaboration with Plastic Bank has helped reduce the amount of plastic that goes into the ocean and also provided a means of livelihood for people in disadvantaged communities. By purchasing Sustainable Choices products, you help prevent 2.5 million plastic bottles from entering the ocean!
Watsons, in partnership with SM Cares, the Corporate Social Responsibility arm of SM Supermalls, also gave their customers access to exclusive discounts in exchange for their empty packaging of health and beauty products through SM’s Trash to Cash recycling market.
Do Good for the Planet and score good deals on your favorite sustainable health, wellness, and beauty products as Watsons holds the Earth Week Sale from April 18-25 as part of its efforts for the community and the planet. Go green with sustainable choices that are up to 50% off plus earn 2x points if you’re a Watsons club member!
At Watsons, health, wellness, beauty, and sustainability go hand in hand because doing good and taking care of yourself can make you feel beautiful and confident.
The Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) will celebrate Earth Day on April 22, 2023, with a series of public art installations in collaboration with several visual artists to be held at various locations in the CCP Complex starting April 20, 2023. The conceptual installations will showcase a diverse array of natural, indigenous, and found objects and materials transformed into public art, with the aim of promoting public consciousness about environmental issues.
For this year, one solo and one group of visual artists will exhibit their artworks: “Tanod-Lupa” (Nature Guardians) by Abdulmari “Toym” De Leon-Imao, a multimedia artist in both classical and contemporary styles; and “Surogpon Kita” by Kintab Artists Group, Inc., a Bicol-based non-profit group of visual artists, writers, musicians, and other creative talents, dedicated to expressing diverse identities through their unique artworks.
In “Tanod-Lupa” (Nature Guardians) by De Leon-Imao, various illuminated Philippine mythical creatures will be showcased. The installation incorporates elements of Philippine folklore’s mythical creatures and uses illuminated lanterns to enhance their otherworldliness in the installation site. The designs draw inspiration from pre-colonial patterns and iconography to portray these creatures as essential parts of the natural ecosystem rather than just evil or demonic. The figurative lanterns, made of welded steel, fibers, and fiberglass, are larger than life and internally illuminated by LED lights. The whimsical design ensures that the creatures do not appear frightening or stereotypical. The public can view the installation at the CCP Liwasang Kalikasan beginning April 20, 2023. In September, the reinvented “panolong” of Maranao Torogan houses of the south will also be displayed. The “panolong” is an architectural element representing the “naga”- a serpent or dragon protecting the perimeter of the nobleman’s Torogan house. The “panolong” also visually elevates the Torogan above the ground, showing that the structure is unique and has an essential status in society.
Meanwhile, the Earth Day theme “Invest in our planet” is reflected in this year’s installation of Kintab Artists Group, Inc., (KAGI)’s “Surogpon Kita” (We are Connected). The installation features papier-mâché masks and assemblages made from natural and indigenous materials sourced from local artisans in the province of Bicol. These materials, such as abaca ropes, coco coir, palaspas, cogon grass, and local vines known as balagon, highlight the importance of connectivity and self-identification with our planet in an organic and grounded manner. KAGI advocates for taking action as stewards of the earth, emphasizing the need for protection and cultivation of our planet’s resources.
During the launch of “Surogpon Kita,” a performance art, entitled “Harmony” is also slated to run. Seven performance artists will use the SUROGPON KITA installation by Kintab Artists Group Inc. as inspiration for engaging with passers-by through creative physical conversations. Each artist will draw on their personal experiences to unpredictably respond to the expansive structure made of indigenous materials, particularly bamboo. Bamboo has been suggested as a symbolic material representing unity in diversity, promoting brotherhood and harmony within the installation art. The theme of the performance art group, inspired by the British archaic word “ANON” in KAWAYANON, conveys the idea of being present in the moment, fostering connection and promoting the concept of “being connected” as members of one human family. “Surogpon Kita” can be viewed until May 28, 2023.
The CCP Film, Broadcast, and New Media will also showcase curated selection of films that pay tribute to the lives of patriotic Filipino environmentalists and earth warriors, including those from the distant future with the installation of CCP Cinema Under the Stars and CCP Arthouse Cinema. Catch these Gawad Alternatibo films for free: “Himig Himbing,” “Balitok” by She Andes, and “Walang Hanggang Buhay ni Leonardo Co” by Nannette Matilac on April 20, 2023 at 3:00 pm at CCP Liwasang Kalikasan. The documentary “Balitok” portrays the economic survival strategies of the Kalanguya and Kankana-ey indigenous tribes in Nueva Vizcaya, who engage in artisanal or small-scale mining. The film follows the perspectives of Ongan, a 13-year-old small-scale miner, and Mona, an artisanal miner with decades of experience in the industry. It provides insights into the laborious mining processes and can serve as a case study on the state of small-scale mining in the Philippines. Meanwhile, in “Walang Hanggang Buhay ni Leonardo Co,” the documentary, narrated by the late ethnobotanist Leonardo Co’s daughter and only child, offers a unique perspective on human rights and environmental activism. It sheds light on the tragic event of the government’s shooting of Leonardo Co, which sparked a national tragedy and impacted the realms of human rights and environmental campaigning.
At 8:00 pm, watch “Ani,” a Cinemalaya film by Kim Zuñiga & Sandro Del Rosario. Set in the year 2050, in the Federal State of Bicol, “Ani” tells the story of a young boy who goes to live with his estranged grandfather on a farm after he recently lost his parents. When his grandfather falls ill and the crops on their farm start failing, the boy, named Mithi, sets out on a quest with his malfunctioning robot to find magical grains that he believes can save his grandfather’s life.
From April 20 to 30, 2023, the CCP main building will also light up with earth colors which the public may view from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm.
Top global TV brand Samsung is set to change the game with the arrival of their latest TVs. This year, the electronics giant is bringing more WOW to entertainment lovers with its newest generation of flagship Neo QLED screens and an exciting new addition – the Samsung OLED.
With exceptional features, unrivaled performance, and an improved, intuitive user experience, these stellar TVs are truly set to take your viewing and gaming experiences to the next level and bring more wow into life. Moreover, their arrival sets a new standard of premium viewing that is inherently designed to delight, making Samsung’s flagship TV the top-of-mind choice of consumers all over the world.
Top-of-the-line premium entertainment with Neo QLED
The Neo QLED TV combines brilliant picture and design with dynamic Dolby Atmos audio and seamless connectivity. Images look incredibly lifelike thanks to Samsung’s Quantum Mini LED technology that delivers up to a billion colors with ultra-fine precision and contrast. Samsung’s flagship screen returns new and improved for top-of-the-line entertainment.
Both Neo QLED 8K and 4K models deliver brighter highlights and a wider range of colors validated by the experts at Pantone. Plus, there’s not a bad seat in the house with Anti-Glare and Ultra Viewing Angle technology that displays content clearly at virtually any angle or light, with pristine detail across the screen guaranteed to take your breath away.
Introducing a new addition to the premium TV portfolio
Samsung is officially bringing OLED screens to the Philippines. Available in two models, the S95C and S90C will come in various sizes ranging from 55-inches to a whopping 77-inches. The S95C features Samsung’s signature Infinity One design and One Connect Box, and the LaserSlim design of the S90C model add a touch of sophisticated metal finish.
Samsung OLED comes with an AI-powered Neural Quantum processor that delivers brighter whites and pure blacks along with 8.3 million self-illuminating pixels. Equipped with up to 144Hz refresh rate, low input lag, HDMI 2.1 ports, and a range of gaming features, the Samsung OLED is sure to delight both casual and pro-gamers alike.
Get a chance to win the 2023 Neo QLED and Samsung OLED TV
Ready to level up and experience more wow than ever with the 2023 Neo QLED and Samsung OLED TV? Two lucky draw winners will get the most awesome opportunity to own a 65” QN85C Neo QLED or 55” S90C OLED TV. How to join? Simply visit samsung.com/ph/firstlook from April 17 to 30, 2023 and register your interest.
Those who register during this period will also get additional premium items, ranging from The Freestyle to the new MX-ST50B Sound Tower, if they Early Order in the coming weeks. So hurry and sign up while you can!
For more information on the 2023 Neo QLED and Samsung OLED TV, visit samsung.com/ph.
One of the best ways to understand a country and its cultural nuances is through its food. On 28-30 April 2023, take an epicurean adventure of Asia and discover its diverse and delightful cuisines in Asian Eats at the Grand Atrium of Shangri-La Plaza in Mandaluyong City!
The weekend food fest is a collaboration between Asia Society Philippines and various Asian embassies in Manila who put together a curated mix of merchants. Find out the latest food venture of award-winning chef, best-selling author and culinary heritage advocate, Chef Myke “Tatung” Sarthou, at his TinDeli. Be transported to the streets of Bangkok at The Thai Plate and ChaTruMue. Discover aromatic spices that are the essence of Indian cuisine at Flavours Indian and Mediterranean Cuisine. Get your fix of kimchi fried rice and kalbi jjim at Kaya. Sample Laotian dishes that are hard to find in the metro as prepared by the ladies of the Embassy of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic.
Savor a bowl of laksa and a plate of nasi lemak from PappaRam Malaysian Kitchen and the ladies of Perwakilan. Enjoy a beloved Japanese classic, the okonomiyaki, at Botejyu. Pair a hearty pho with a crunchy bahn mi at Em Ha Noi. Enjoy the different layers of flavor of Indonesian comfort dishes at Bakmi Nyonya and at Rumah Makan Padang Huang Jia. Pick up some bottles of Australian wine, cheese and gourmet products for a wine and cheese party from Unitetris and Silverwave Corporation.
Grab your choice of Vietnamese coffee and pastries from Highlands Coffee’s pop-up cart. Peruse the shelves of well-loved sauces and condiments at NutriAsia’s booth. For HSBC cardholders and credit card applicants, get a chance to pick a prize at the HSBC booth. Over at the NOM booth, share your cooking, dining and culinary travel experiences in the country’s first-ever food community platform.
At the Main Stage, learn how cooking can be made simple from Chef Tatung on April 29, Saturday, at 4:30 p.m. The Korean Cultural Center of the Philippines, the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia, and Prof. Carlito Camahalan Amalla with the Tinampuso will take centerstage on April 28-30, 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. with cultural performances that give a glimpse of the culture and tradition of South Korea, Indonesia and the Philippines, respectively.
Asian Eats is presented by Asia Society Philippines in cooperation with HSBC, NutriAsia and Shangri-La Plaza. Visit Asia Society Philippines’ website (https://asiasociety.org/philippines), Facebook, Twitter or Instagram pages at @AsiaSocietyPH or visit the official hashtag #AsianEats2023 for details and updates.
Think missing the SIM registration deadline is no big deal? Think again.
Mobile brand TNT’s new online video takes viewers on a thrilling ride to show just what might happen if you fail to register your SIM before the April 26 deadline.
In the witty and catchy ad, which has gone viral with over 14 million views on TikTok and 8 million views on YouTube in just two days, what starts as a cozy night for a family quickly turns into a nightmare when a stranger appears at their door.
The tension mounts as the son cautiously opens the door to a woman who identifies herself as “09854980233″. The father’s suspicion kicks in, accusing the stranger of being a scammer and urging her to leave. But as the woman persists, the family barricades themselves inside, terrified of what might happen next.
Unable to prove her identity, the woman is found alone and rain-drenched on the sidewalk, despite the fact that she is the family’s actual mother. Watch the video below:
‘Mag-SIM Reg Para Hindi SIM Dead’
The mom’s identity in the TNT video represents her SIM, which she had failed to register and was therefore permanently deactivated. Although delivered in a funny way, TNT sends a strong message about the importance of registering one’s SIM to avoid permanent deactivation and all its hassles.
With your SIM being permanently deactivated, you won’t be able to receive one-time passwords (OTPs) for your banking apps or mobile wallets, and therefore won’t be able to access or use your savings and wallet credits. You also won’t be able to access all the apps linked to your mobile number like your social media apps, messaging apps, and delivery apps, or recover a forgotten password linked to your mobile number.
“As the April 26 deadline for SIM registration approaches, we want to remind our customers of the critical need to register their SIM. Failure to do so will lead to permanent SIM deactivation and therefore disconnection from the digital world we rely on daily,” said Francis E. Flores, SVP and Head of Consumer Wireless Business – Individual at Smart.
“TNT has always been fun-loving brand that delivers ‘saya’ to Filipinos, which is why we thought of coming up with a public service announcement that is both informative and entertaining to effectively show the dangers and hassles that come with failing to register your SIM,” added Flores.
Viewers of the TNT video have praised it for its creativity, effectively convincing them to finally register their SIM. As of April 16, Smart and TNT continue to lead SIM Registration in the country with 35.6 million registered subscribers.
To avoid permanent SIM deactivation, register your SIM in three easy steps. 1. Go to smart.com.ph/simreg or to the GigaLife App available on Google Play and Apple App Store; 2. Input your info and upload your valid ID; and 3. Wait for confirmation and your FREE 3 GB data.
Register with the Philippines’ Best Mobile Network
TNT is powered by Smart, the Philippines’ Fastest and Best mobile network, according to Ookla, the global leader in mobile and broadband intelligence.
Smart is the first and only Philippine mobile operator to win Ookla’s Best Mobile Network award.To get this rare and prestigious citation, Smart won both the Fastest Mobile Network and Best Mobile Coverage awards within Ookla’s Q1-Q2 and Q3-Q4 2022 reporting periods.
To learn more about TNT, follow its official accounts on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok, or visit its official website at tntph.com.
Get ready to cool down and savour the best of summer with the latest collaboration from two of the premier names in drinks. Macao Imperial Tea and Twinings of London have joined forces to create a refreshing mix that’s perfect for tea lovers everywhere. With six delicious new offerings, there’s something to satisfy your cravings any time of day.
Macao Imperial Tea, the biggest milk tea chain in the Philippines, together with Twinings Tea, one of the world’s most renowned tea brands since 1706, have combined their expertise to create new and exclusive summer beverages. The newest offerings showcase the very best of both brands providing a balanced and refreshing taste, perfect for enjoying in the sun.
The summer drink collaboration will showcase six newly curated drinks as part of Macao Imperial Tea’s commitment to bringing new flavours and combinations to its customers. Take your pick from these yummy cool refreshers:
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Cheesecake Peach Tea. Delicate peach-flavoured Twinings black tea elevated with Macao Imperial Tea’s distinct cheesecake blend. A luxurious and indulgent drink you’ll truly love.
Earl Grey Lemon Tea. That signature zesty bergamot flavour of fine black tea blended cooly with lemons for one elegant drink. Experience refreshing light tea you can experience any time of the summer day.
Mango Jasmine Green Tea. A mix of delicious mango and Jasmine flowers blended in a fragrant and flavorful embrace. Delicate floral characters and tropical bliss made for your unmistakable enjoyment.
Strawberry Mango Tea. An uplifting infusion of fruity flavours and white pearls expertly mixed for that satisfying sip. Let your tastebuds revel in this sweet and exotic cooler of strawberries and mangoes.
Lemon Ginger Tea. An invigorating cooler that brings together those beloved citrusy flavours and that ginger tang. Revive your senses with that warm and spicy zing that lingers in the tongue.
Camomile Honey Tea with Vanilla. Aromatic Camomile tea touched generously with rich honey and a hint of vanilla. Sophisticated and surprising, surely an elegant tasting refresher.
“Macao Imperial Tea is thrilled to be working with Twinings Tea on this exciting project,” said Avin Ong, CEO of Fredley Group of Companies. “We are confident that our combined strengths and passion for tea will result in this exceptional beverage that will captivate tea lovers everywhere, especially during this warm season.”
Twinings Brand Manager Jeanne Harn adds, “With the warmer season approaching, this partnership is perfect timing to offer tea enthusiasts a refreshing yet unique summer drink experience with a twist. Enjoy the drinks from morning till evening!”
Make sure to visit any Macao Imperial Tea shop and take a sip of this limited summer drink before it’s gone. The six Macao Imperial Tea and Twinings Cool Refreshers are available starting April 13, 2023.
For more exciting news and updates, follow Macao Imperial Tea’s social media pages at @macaoimperialteaph, or visit www.fredleygroup.com.
The HBO Original drama series The Idol debuts Monday, June 5. The series will air on HBO and will be available to stream on HBO GO.
The Idol is co-created by Sam Levinson (HBO’s Euphoria), Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye and Reza Fahim, and stars Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye and Lily-Rose Depp. The series will premiere at this year’s Festival de Cannes.
After a nervous breakdown derailed Jocelyn’s (Lily-Rose Depp) last tour, she’s determined to claim her rightful status as the greatest and sexiest pop star in America. Her passions are reignited by Tedros (Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye), a nightclub impresario with a sordid past. Will her romantic awakening take her to glorious new heights or the deepest and darkest depths of her soul?
Cast includes Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye, Lily-Rose Depp, Troye Sivan. Also starring Dan Levy, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Eli Roth, Hari Nef, Jane Adams, Jennie Ruby Jane, Mike Dean, Moses Sumney, Rachel Sennott, Ramsey, Suzanna Son, and Hank Azaria.
Co-creators Sam Levinson, Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye, and Reza Fahim; Executive producers Sam Levinson, Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye, Reza Fahim, Kevin Turen, Ashley Levinson, Joseph Epstein, Aaron L. Gilbert for BRON, and Sara E. White; Directed by Sam Levinson; Written by Sam Levinson, Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye, and Reza Fahim. Produced in partnership with A24. Stream or download The Idol from June 5 on HBO GO. Subscribe to HBO GO online at https://www.hbogoasia.ph/ or the mobile app via the App Store or Play Store for only ₱1,190 on the 12-month plan. Or access HBO GO via Cignal, Globe and Skycable. HBO GO is also available on Android TV, Apple TV, LG TV and Samsung Smart TV – and comes with AirPlay and Google Cast functionality.
It was 1984 and Vaccaro, a basketball expert at Nike, hadn’t had much success recruiting top players to Nike’s basketball division. Converse had all but cornered the market with superstars like Magic Johnson and Larry Bird. Adidas, hyping its cool factor, was attracting the hot prospects from the draft, including the third pick – a guard out of the University of North Carolina named Michael Jordan. Putting his career on the line, Vaccaro decided to take the biggest gamble of his life. In an unprecedented move, he wanted Nike to create a shoe designed specifically for Jordan.
“It is an all-or-nothing gamble, but one in which he entirely believes because he absolutely knows and loves the game,” says Matt Damon, who plays Vaccaro in the film “AIR,” in cinemas April 19. “But he’s at a point where his career is in a precarious place and Nike’s entire basketball division is on the brink. He is risking all their jobs by pushing that agenda because he’s been told Jordan really wants to go with Adidas. Their shoes are cooler, and Nike is considered a jogging shoe company that Michael doesn’t associate with basketball. Nobody really does.
Watch the official trailer of “AIR”below:
“That was one of the things that was so surprising to me when I read the script,” Damon continues, “because I always had this idea of Nike as this absolute powerhouse in the basketball shoe market, which they are now. But when you catch them at the beginning of this story, they are the clear underdogs… One thing Sonny Vaccaro was very clear with me about was that the feelings of camaraderie, friendship and loyalty are his takeaways from that time. That’s what we wanted to put in the movie—a story about these underdogs doing something that had never been done before.”
Working with director Ben Affleck
Besides the inspiring story of “AIR,” Damon relished working with his longtime buddy Ben Affleck as his director. “Obviously, we’ve written and produced together over the years, but getting to work with him as a director was utter joy and so creatively rewarding,” shares Damon. “We tend to have similar sensibilities about what’s working in a scene and what isn’t, so we had such an ease with each other.”
Affleck also had only great things to say about his old pal. “He is very, very gifted and it was a pleasure to direct him for the first time and discover even more about him as an actor,” says Affleck about Damon. “I feel very lucky that my oldest friend and I are in the same line of work and get to work together. We’re doubly blessed in that way.”
The ticketing site for “AIR” is already live at www.airmovie.com.ph. Don’t forget to calendar your “AIR” movie date!
From award-winning director Ben Affleck and starring Matt Damon, “AIR” reveals the unbelievable game-changing partnership between a then-rookie Michael Jordan and Nike’s fledgling basketball division, which revolutionized the world of sports and contemporary culture with the Air Jordan brand.
“AIR” also stars Ben Affleck, Jason Bateman, Chris Messina, Marlon Wayans, with Chris Tucker and Viola Davis in a moving story that follows the career-defining gamble of an unconventional team with everything on the line, the uncompromising vision of a mother who knows the worth of her son’s immense talent, and the basketball phenom who would become the greatest of all time.
Affleck directed from a screenplay by Alex Convery. “AIR” is produced by Peter Guber, Jason Michael Berman, David Ellison, Jeff Robinov, Madison Ainley, Damon and Affleck.
In Philippine cinemas April 19, “AIR” is distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Discovery company.
Join the conversation online and use the hashtag #AIRMovie
For the first time ever, Locally Blended Juice Drinks and milk tea shop chain Serenitea are collaborating to help Filipinos beat the summer heat. Introducing the all-new Tropical Mocktails, a drink collection from two beloved local beverage brands who have come together to give customers a cool summer drinking experience; combining the best Filipino flavors carefully and masterfully crafted with quality, rejuvenating teas. Tropical Mocktails will be available in all Serenitea outlets nationwide starting on April 15 until June 15.
Beat the heat and support local with these three limited edition Tropical Mocktails. For a mellow taste, Paloma combines the taste of black tea and Locally’s Pomelo juice, with tones of blue tea and rosemary to create a tasty blend of rejuvenating flavors. Guyana brings in a fun blend of banana, black tea, and Locally’s Guyabano juice – topped with banana chips. Rosey Dalandan, on the other hand, offers a fresh harmony of minty black tea, blended with Locally’s Dalandan juice and roselle tea, finished off with a lemon slice.
Summer is definitely in full swing with more hot and sunny days ahead. Expected to last until May, it has become increasingly important for us to stay hydrated, but it can be a challenge for Filipinos especially with the heat index rising and the country’s humid climate. That is why Locally and Serenitea have partnered up to bring a fun and refreshingly new drinking experience to help us stay cool.
“Locally is a brand that stands for social goodness made fun. Our juices are made with local, Filipino-loved flavors, sourced from Filipino farmers. We are very excited to partner with another locally proud and innovative brand like Serenitea as we continue to introduce refreshing and unique Filipino flavorites to more customers across the country. As days get hotter, keep your cool with these fun and locally-made Tropical Mocktails,” said Gretchen King, Senior Marketing Manager, Locally Blended Juice Drink
“Serenitea prides itself to be a pioneer introducing milk and tea drinks to the Philippine market. Together with Locally, we are happy to introduce another first – mocktail drinks that make use of the superb combination of real tea from Serenitea, and Filipino-loved fruit juices from Locally,” said Juliet Chen, General Manager, Serenitea
Have a good and fun summer with the all-new Tropical Mocktails by Locally and Serenitea. Visit your nearest Serenitea store today or order online via GrabFood or FoodPanda. Follow @locally_ph on Instagram, @LocallyPH on Facebook for more news and updates.
Wizards of the Coast will be releasing March of the Machine, the latest set for the world’s greatest trading card game, Magic: The Gathering. The final installment to the four-part Phyrexian storyline, March of the Machine, will see players team up with Legendary creatures and Planeswalkers from all across the Multiverse to battle against the Phyrexian invasion. The set will launch for the tabletop on 21 April 2023.
“All worlds will know perfection”
Elesh Norn, Mother of Machines and leader of the Phyrexian army, have amassed a force to take over the entire Multiverse at once. She now expands her reach to bring the glory of New Phyrexia to other planes in an attempt to complete all beings.
“One Last Stand”
Rallied by a heroic team of Planeswalkers, Legends from across all planes of existence must team up to fight the Phyrexian scourge. Popular characters from across Magic’s history will band together for the final fight with the fate of their world – and all other worlds – on the line.
March of the Machine features several new mechanics, the most exciting being a brand new card type – Battle. Battles are a new type of dual-faced card: when you play a Battle, you pick an opponent to protect it. Similarly to Planeswalkers, Battles can be damaged or attacked, and when they are defeated, flip into a powerful new card for free! This is the first new card type since the debut of Planeswalkers in 2007. With that, players can look forward to an exciting new gameplay experience.
Another feature is the creature-based mechanic, Backup. Backup allows players to add +1/+1 counters to creatures and gain additional abilities based on the creature giving the counter. Fans of the Phyrexian armada will also get to play with Incubators – artifacts that enter with a number of +1/+1 counters and can be turned into creatures by paying two mana.
Both Jumpstart and Commander product lines return for March of the Machine with five exciting themes for Commander decks:
● Phyrexian Cats
● Zhalfir Knights
● Shaman Creatures
● Convoke Angels
● Gremlin Artifacts
Five new Jumpstart booster themes will also be introduced:
● Brood
● Overachiever
● Expendable
● Reinforcement
● Buff
To capture the battles happening all across the Multiverse, March of the Machine will feature the most number of showcase art styles to date. All showcase frames from recent sets will feature in March of the Machine alongside several brand-new frames to represent additional planes. These showcase frames will primarily focus on Multiverse Legends: Teams of Legendary creatures who are fighting against the Phyrexian invasion.
Additionally, a new type of foiling process will feature in the set. The new Halo Foil pattern will appear for Multiverse Legends cards in Collector Boosters only. Lastly, the 30th-anniversary celebrations continue for Magic with three more unique promo cards released in WPN stores to celebrate the launch of March of the Machine.
March of the Machine will be available as Draft Boosters, Set Boosters, Collector Boosters, Jumpstart Boosters, Welcome Boosters, Commander decks, Bundles, and a Secret Lair.
