Posted by Joshua James on 25th Jul 2025
The Ultimate Guide to Disney Lorcana
The Ultimate Guide to Disney Lorcana (Updated 2025 Edition)
Explore Every Set, Master Every Ink, and Start Your Journey with Deck Dynasty
What is Disney Lorcana?
Lorcana is a trading card game from Ravensburger that brings Disney magic to the world of collectible strategy. You become an Illumineer, using magical ink to summon glimmers of iconic characters, cast powerful songs, and race to collect 20 lore before your opponent.
Whether you're a competitive TCG player or Disney superfan, Lorcana offers deep mechanics, gorgeous artwork, and high collectability.
How to Play
Objective:
Be the first player to gather 20 Lore using characters, locations, and abilities.
Game Flow:
Ink cards to pay costs
Play glimmers (Disney characters), items, songs, and actions
Quest for lore or challenge opponents
Decks contain 60 cards, and you can use up to two ink colors
The Six Inks Explained
Each ink color in Lorcana has a distinct theme and strategy:
Amber
Playstyle: Healing, synergy, support
Sample Characters: Mickey Mouse, Belle
Amethyst
Playstyle: Magic, evasiveness, control
Sample Characters: Elsa, Maleficent
Emerald
Playstyle: Trickery, discard, tempo
Sample Characters: Peter Pan, Kuzco
Ruby
Playstyle: Speed, aggression, mobility
Sample Characters: Moana, Aladdin
Sapphire
Playstyle: Ramp, draw, planning
Sample Characters: Genie, Belle (Inventor)
Steel
Playstyle: Strength, removal, defense
Sample Characters: Mulan, Hercules
Disney Lorcana Set Timeline (2022–2025)
Disney Lorcana is released in structured seasonal waves, with main expansions every few months, plus promos and special editions. Here’s the complete breakdown of every Lorcana set to date:
Main Sets
Release Date: Aug. 18, 2023
Number of Cards: 204
Notes: Launch set introducing gameplay, six inks, and Enchanted cards.
Release Date: Nov. 17, 2023
Number of Cards: 204
Notes: Introduced Floodborn glimmers and the Shift mechanic.
Release Date: Feb. 23, 2024
Number of Cards: 204
Notes: Added the Location card type and movement mechanics.
Release Date: May 17, 2024
Number of Cards: 204
Notes: Focused on villains, board control, and sea lore.
Release Date: Aug. 9, 2024
Number of Cards: 204
Notes: Celebration-themed set with combo-heavy synergy.
Release Date: Nov. 15, 2024
Number of Cards: 204
Notes: Oceanic expansion expected to deepen ramp and lore strategies.
Release Date: Mar. 7, 2025
Number of Cards: 204
Notes: Island-themed set with mysterious lore-based play.
Release Date: May 30, 2025
Number of Cards: TBD
Notes: Aladdin-focused set centered on villain synergy and lore theft.
Fabled
Release Date: Q3 2025
Number of Cards: TBD
Notes: A myth- and fairytale-inspired set exploring magical storytelling.
Whispers in the Well
Release Date: Q4 2025
Number of Cards: TBD
Notes: A darker, mysterious set recently announced—expected to deepen narrative complexity.
Promo Sets & Event Exclusives
Promo Set 1
Release Date: June 9, 2022
Number of Cards: 41
Notes: Early promotional cards pre-release.
Event Promo
Release Date: Sept. 9, 2022
Number of Cards: 22
Notes: Distributed during early previews and demos.
D23 Expo
Release Date: Sept. 9, 2022
Number of Cards: 7
Notes: Highly sought-after collectors’ promos from D23 2022.
Lorcana League Promos
Release Date: Aug. 18, 2023
Number of Cards: 27
Notes: Weekly promos earned during in-store league play.
Disney100
Release Date: Nov. 17, 2023
Number of Cards: 6
Notes: Foil promos celebrating 100 years of Disney.
Challenge Promo
Release Date: May 25, 2024
Number of Cards: 11
Notes: Exclusive cards awarded during the Lorcana Challenge event.
D23 Collection (2024)
Release Date: Aug. 9, 2024
Number of Cards: 7
Notes: New collector promos from D23 Expo 2024.
Promo Set 2
Release Date: Aug. 9, 2024
Number of Cards: 26
Notes: Updated store/event promos for competitive play.
Special Product – Illumineer’s Quest
Deep Trouble
Release Date: May 17, 2024
Deep Trouble includes:
1 Oversized Ursula card
1 Ursula scenario deck (50 cards)
2 Prebuilt Disney Lorcana TCG decks (60 cards each)
2 Oversized, double-sided battleground cards
1 Deep Trouble playmat
1 Ursula draw token
3 Lore tracker tokens
29 Damage counters
1 Secret victory card
1 Deep Trouble rules sheet
Notes: Solo/co-op boss battle vs Ursula, includes exclusive mechanics and lore accessories.
Treachery at the Bazaar
Release Date: May 30, 2025
Palace Heist includes:
1 Jafar scenario deck (50 Cards) with storage box
2 Player decks (60 cards each) with storage boxes
1 oversized Jafar card
1 Reforged Crown tile
1 Palace Heist playmat
2 Cards featuring 4 battlegrounds
1 Jafar draw token
5 Lore tracker tokens
29 Damage counters
1 Victory card
Palace Heist rules sheet
Notes: New Illumineer’s Quest experience featuring Jafar. Expect unique villain mechanics, scenario play, and exclusive foil cards.
What You Need to Start
Deck Dynasty stocks everything to begin or expand your Lorcana collection!
Starter Products:
Starter Decks – Pre-constructed, balanced decks with two inks
Booster Packs – 12 random cards to build and upgrade your decks
Gift Sets – Includes promos, lore trackers, and exclusive foils
Illumineer’s Trove – Premium collector bundle with lore tracker, storage box, and more
Competitive Play & League Nights
We’re building a Lorcana community through:
Weekly League Play (with promos!)
Local tournaments with prizes
Deck-building workshops
Trade meetups and lore discussions
First Disney Lorcana World Champion Crowned
The first Disney Lorcana TCG World Championship was an incredible experience for fans to watch live all weekend long. Congratulations to Dinh Khang Pham for defeating Edmond Chiu in the final to earn the first 1/1 Golden Mickey Mouse – Brave Little Tailor card. Viewed by more than 130,000 fans across the world, the broadcast team kept the energy high and the competition fierce. With the first World Champion crowned, fans can now look forward to the next season of competitive events with dozens of Challenge events and other events on the horizon in 2025 and 2026. The Ravensburger team is excited to grow support for organized play for the Disney Lorcana TCG.
The Ravensburger team announced the following events would be happening in the next 12-16 months:
Europe:
Challenge: Bologna Fiere | October 3-5 2025
Challenge: Ghent Flanders Expo | March 6-8 2026
Challenge: Dortmund | June 5-7 2026
Championship: September 11-13 2026, Location TBD
North America:
Challenge: Milwaukee, WI | October 24-26 2025
Challenge: Richmond, VA | January 9-11 2026
Challenge: Indianapolis, IN | June 19-21 2026
Championship: August 28-30 2026, Location TBD
Ravensburger also announced on the livestream that Japan, China, Australia, and other territories will be joining the next season of Disney Lorcana Challenge and that there will be a path towards invitations to the World Championship. The Ravensburger team will release more details with exact dates and venues for those events soon.
In addition, Ravensburger shared a first look at even more Disney Lorcana TCG events they are supporting, designed to keep players meeting up and competing between Challenge events. These events will be supported by Ravensburger through prizing and other promotional opportunities, such as broadcasts and social media coverage.
Upcoming Europe events:
Finnish Open – August 18th, 2025 (Finland)
Warszawa Casual Series – August 23rd & 24th, 2025 (Warsaw, Poland)
Malmö Games Week – August 30th & 31st, 2025 (Malmö, Sweden)
Stockholm Open 2 – September 27th, 2025 (Stockholm, Sweden)
Cardiff Firestorm Games – September 27th & 28th (Cardiff, UK)
Royaume du TCG – November 1st & 2nd, 2025 (Paris, France)
Upcoming North America events:
Geekfest – July 18-20, 2025 (Everett, WA)
PAX West – August 29th – September 1st, 2025 (Seattle, WA)
PAX Unplugged – November 21-23, 2025 (Philadelphia, PA)
First Disney Lorcana World Champion Crowned | Disney Lorcana by Ravensburger
Strategy Tips
Learn your ink combos: Amber + Steel for control, Sapphire + Amethyst for draw-heavy midrange, Ruby + Emerald for fast aggro
Watch the meta: Popular decks shift with each new set—stay current via Lorcana.gg and social play
Protect your pulls: Enchanted cards and D23 promos are rising fast in value—use sleeves and toploaders
Synergize your deck: Focus on glimmers, songs, and effects that fuel one another’s strengths
Lorcana Companion App
Want to track your collection, manage decks, and follow official updates?
The Disney Lorcana Companion App is a must-have tool for players and collectors alike.
Features include:
Browse every Lorcana card (including promos and Enchanted variants)
Build and save custom decks
Track your owned cards and wishlist
Stay updated with official news and set releases
Locate nearby league stores and events
Sync across devices with a free account
Available on:
iOS (App Store)
Android (Google Play)
Pro Tip: Use the app during events at Deck Dynasty to track points and submit your league progress in real time.
Why Lorcana?
Stunning Disney art & reimagined characters
An unfolding story told through seasonal sets
Strategic gameplay that’s easy to learn
Premium collectability with foils, promos & Enchanted variants
A growing, welcoming community worldwide
Join the Adventure with Deck Dynasty
Whether you're starting with The First Chapter or preparing for Whispers in the Well, Deck Dynasty is your one-stop Lorcana hub:
Authentic, official Lorcana stock
Competitive pricing and collector bundles
Tracked, secure Australia-wide shipping
In-person play and league events
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