Disney Lorcana has revealed its next wave of sets, and the biggest news is not just new cards. The game is getting a digital client, and its first expansion since Coco comes with a new rarity that serializes cards to just 23 copies each.
The announcement came at this year’s D23 expo, where Ravensburger showed off the full slate of upcoming Disney Lorcana expansions. The panel covered everything from release dates to new booster formats, giving fans a clear picture of what the next year holds for the collectible card game.
Hyperia City Arrives First
The fourteenth expansion, Hyperia City, is the next set to hit shelves. It releases on October 23, with prerelease events happening on October 16. The set is described as a town where “metro meets fantasy,” and it draws characters from Pixar’s Coco.
That connection makes sense for anyone who knows the film. The expansion brings the world of Coco into the Lorcana universe, and the prerelease timing gives players a chance to see the cards in action before the full release.
The prerelease events are a standard part of the format. Players can gather at local stores to open packs, play games, and get early looks at the new cards. It is a way to build buzz before the main release, and it gives casual players a low-stakes way to try the new set.
Into the Inkdark Brings Villains and a New Rarity
Into the Inkdark will be the first Disney Lorcana set of 2027, slated for release sometime in Q1. It centers around scheming villains “intent on becoming Lorcana’s fastest-rising threat.” The story follows a Hades glimmer who is plotting in the depths underneath the realm of Lorcana.
What makes this set stand out is what it brings to the physical game. Into the Inkdark introduces Collector Boosters, a new card rarity, and a serialization system that makes certain cards extremely rare.
The Collector Boosters will contain 12 randomized cards of all rarities, with Lorcana’s first-ever serialized cards being the most sought-after pulls. That means players opening these boosters could pull a card that exists in just 23 copies worldwide.
Illustrious Rares and Their Limited Run
The new rarity is called Illustrious. According to Ravensburger, there will be six Illustrious rares per set that will only be available in Collector Boosters. These cards feature brand-new artwork and are serialized to just 23 copies each.
That is a remarkable number for a trading card game. Disney Lorcana is now producing just 23 of each Illustrious rare, which makes them far rarer than anything the game has offered before.
The serialization system is new to the game. The set limits mean collectors will need to open many boxes to find even a single copy. The value proposition is simple: the fewer copies exist, the more valuable each one becomes.
Cosmic Quest Adds Ariel, Stitch, and WALL-E
Cosmic Quest will be the sophomore set of 2027, set to release some time in Q2. The set ushers fans into Lorcana’s “age of cosmic exploration.” Glimmers in the set include Ariel, Flounder, Stitch, as well as first appearances of WALL-E and EVE.
The set’s theme is exploration, which fits the cosmic angle. It is a departure from the villain-centric tone of Into the Inkdark, and it gives players a fresh batch of characters to collect.
The first appearances of WALL-E and EVE are notable. These characters have not appeared in the game before.
Untitled Set 17 Keeps Fans Guessing
Even less information is available for Lorcana’s seventeenth expansion, but Ravensburger did provide the image above accompanied by the text “We hope you like pixie dust, because glimmers of Tinker Bell’s many fairy friends are joining the fun.”
The text is playful, but it tells us the set is centered on Tinker Bell and her fairy friends. That means Disney Lorcana is heading into the world of Tinker Bell and her fairy companions.
The set is untitled for now, and the panel did not offer a release window beyond the seventeen mark. That leaves fans waiting for more details.
The Digital Client Is Coming
Ravensburger also confirmed that an official digital client for Disney Lorcana is in development for both desktop and mobile. The news is exciting for players who want to play online, but there is no timeline for the client’s release at this time.
The digital client is a natural step for the game. Trading card games have been moving online for years, and Disney Lorcana is following that trend. The fact that it is coming for both desktop and mobile means players can choose their platform.
The lack of a timeline is a bummer. Fans are excited about the client, but they want to know when it will be ready. Without a date, the announcement is more tease than promise.
What the Schedule Looks Like
Here is the rundown of the upcoming sets and their expected release windows:
| Set | Release Window |
|---|---|
| Hyperia City | October 23, prerelease October 16 |
| Into the Inkdark | Q1 2027 |
| Cosmic Quest | Q2 2027 |
| Untitled Set 17 | Not yet announced |
The schedule is dense. Hyperia City is coming in October, which means players will have a new set to chase within weeks. Then Into the Inkdark arrives in Q1, followed by Cosmic Quest in Q2, and the seventeenth expansion rounds out the year.
Comparing the Rarity Systems
The new rarity system is a key part of the announcement. Here is how the Illustrious rares compare to the existing system:
| Rarity | Availability | Copies Per Set |
|---|---|---|
| Illustrious | Only in Collector Boosters | Six per set, serialized to 23 |
| Other rarities | Across all boosters | Unknown |
The difference is stark. Illustrious rares are limited to six per set and exist in just 23 copies each. Other rarities remain available across all boosters, though their print runs are not detailed in the announcement.
That makes the Illustrious rares a clear standout. Players who want them will need to buy Collector Boosters and hope for the best.
What This Means for Collectors
The announcement is a win for collectors. The new rarity system creates a clear hierarchy of value, and the serialization means certain cards will be nearly impossible to find.
For players who want to build decks, the new sets offer a mix of familiar and new characters. The villains of Into the Inkdark are a departure from the usual Disney heroes, and the cosmic theme of Cosmic Quest offers a fresh setting.
The digital client is also a big deal. It means players can access the game online, which opens the game to a broader audience.
The only disappointment is the lack of a timeline for the digital client. Fans will have to wait to learn when it is ready.
Overall, the announcement is a vote of confidence in the game. Disney Lorcana is growing, and it is doing so in ways that reward both casual players and serious collectors.
Source material: “Disney Lorcana Reveals Next Set Details, Introduces Collector Boosters And Official Digital Client,” Star City Games.
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