


March of the Machine: The Aftermath
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# March of the Machine: The Aftermath Overview March of the Machine: The Aftermath represents Magic's direct continuation of the 2023 March of the Machine storyline, released in 2026 to explore the multiverse's recovery from Phyrexian invasion. The 230-card set functions as a supplementary expansion examining consequences and rebuilding across multiple planes. The set reintroduces several planeswalkers dealing with post-war circumstances. Ob Nixilis, Captive Kingpin reflects the character's diminished power following the conflict. Calix, Guided by Fate and Nahiri, Forged in Fury showcase protagonists adapting to changed circumstances. Tyvar the Bellicose and Kiora, Sovereign of the Deep represent planeswalkers reasserting influence in destabilized regions. Captive Kingpin emerged as a significant limited format card, demonstrating the set's focus on playable, strategically relevant cards rather than purely narrative vehicles. The expansion prioritized mechanical coherence with contemporary Standard while advancing character arcs, making it essential for collectors tracking planeswalker development and post-invasion storyline resolution.
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