Magic: The Gathering is planning another KPop Demon Hunters crossover after its first Secret Lair drop, and the company is already teasing what comes next. The Oct. 12 Superdrop includes a KPop Demon Hunters card in the Corn Maze release, but the MTG Secret Lair account has made it clear that is just the start.
“Secret Lair x KPop Demon Hunters: How It’s Done enters the Corn Maze Superdrop on October 12. The crowd’s already chanting for more. Good thing we’ve got more planned! Stay tuned.”
The Film That Broke Records
Sony Animation’s 2025 film KPop Demon Hunters became a cultural phenomenon, breaking all of Netflix’s records for original programming. The story follows K-pop group Huntr/x, whose members use their music to protect the world from demons. The movie’s success was so unexpected that companies rushed to develop tie-ins like Lego sets and McDonald’s meals, which started rolling out in 2026.
The film’s opening track, “How It’s Done,” has already inspired the first Secret Lair card. That track featured a hilarious version of Swan Song with the hat-wearing demon bird Sussie. The song also left room for future drops centered on the film’s other hit songs, including “Golden,” “Takedown,” and “Your Idol.”
What the First Drop Covered
The Oct. 12 drop features a KPop Demon Hunters card tied to “How It’s Done.” That track offered a funny version of Swan Song with Sussie, the hat-wearing demon bird. The card has not been released yet, but the Secret Lair account confirmed its place in the Corn Maze Superdrop.
The track’s title, “How It’s Done,” suggests a pattern for future drops. A “Golden” drop could focus on multicolor cards, while a “Takedown” drop could lean into aggressive mechanics. “Your Idol” could give the Saja Boys their moment in the spotlight, complete with plenty of demons.
The Characters That Need Cards
One character from the film has been strangely absent from Magic’s card design. Derpy, the goofy giant tiger buddy of Jinu, has not received a card despite his prominence in the movie. Magic could easily turn Jinu’s pets into new versions of Esior, Wardwing Familiar, and Falthis, Shadowcat Familiar.
The members of Huntr/x love snacking on the couch, but Magic has not released any fun food tokens like the ones it put out for The Hobbit. Given how much the group enjoys eating together, that seems like a missed opportunity.
The Songs That Could Drive Future Drops
The film’s soundtrack offers a natural template for future Secret Lair releases. Each song could anchor a separate drop, with the card designs drawing on the track’s themes and characters.
“Golden” could focus on multicolor cards, since the song’s title suggests a mix of colors. “Takedown” could lean into aggressive mechanics, matching the song’s energetic tone. “Your Idol” could give the Saja Boys their moment in the spotlight, complete with plenty of demons.
Why Fans Want More
The Secret Lair account’s post signals that the crowd is already chanting for more. That cheerful honesty is amusing in itself, and it reflects the strength of the franchise’s fandom. KPop Demon Hunters is a modern fantasy masterpiece with extremely passionate fans, and the film’s success has already generated significant commercial activity beyond the movie itself.
The Lego sets and McDonald’s meals are evidence of that appetite. Companies rushed to develop tie-ins in 2026, and Magic’s response has been quick. The first Secret Lair drop barely scratched the surface of what makes the film so fun, and the company is already planning an encore.
The Crossover’s Place in Magic’s Lineup
Magic’s designers have said they want to focus more on the fantasy genre with their licensed products like Universes Beyond and Secret Lair. That shift came after criticism from fans who were unimpressed with sets based on Marvel superheroes and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
KPop Demon Hunters fits that direction perfectly. It is a modern fantasy masterpiece with extremely passionate fans, and Hasbro will likely keep using it to churn out more hit releases. The film’s themes of music, demons, and pop culture crossover appeal map neatly onto Magic’s existing fantasy framework.
The Plan for More
The Oct. 12 Superdrop is the first step. The KPop Demon Hunters: How It’s Done card enters the Corn Maze release, and the Secret Lair account has promised more is coming. The crowd is already chanting for more, and Magic has responded with a plan.
The possibilities are endless. A “Golden” drop could explore multicolor synergies, while a “Takedown” drop could lean into aggressive mechanics. A “Your Idol” drop could celebrate the Saja Boys and their demonic foes. The film’s music, characters, and themes offer a rich vein of material for Magic’s designers to mine.
The Secret Lair account’s Oct. 4 post signaled the direction clearly. The future of KPop Demon Hunters in Magic looks bright, with more Secret Lair cards on the horizon.
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