Magic: The Gathering | Star Trek is an official 2026 Universes Beyond expansion celebrating Star Trek’s 60th anniversary. Wizards of the Coast lists prerelease events for November 6–12, 2026, a global tabletop release on November 13, and an MTG Arena release on November 10. Despite the original “Secret Lair” wording used for this topic, the announced products describe a full set with Play Boosters, Commander decks, Collector Boosters, bundles and scene products—not a conventional Secret Lair drop.
When does the Star Trek MTG set release?
Prerelease events are scheduled for November 6–12, 2026. The worldwide tabletop launch follows on November 13, while the digital release on MTG Arena is listed for November 10.
- Prerelease: November 6–12, 2026
- MTG Arena: November 10, 2026
- Global tabletop release: November 13, 2026
Local prerelease times and stock can vary by store, so players should confirm details with participating Wizards Play Network retailers.
Is Star Trek a Secret Lair drop?
No. The official product information presents Magic: The Gathering | Star Trek as a complete Universes Beyond set rather than a limited Secret Lair release. It includes draftable Play Boosters, premium Collector Boosters, four Commander decks, bundles, a Draft Night product and a Scene Box.
The set spans nearly every major Star Trek era, from The Original Series through newer voyages. That broad scope makes it different from a small, single-theme Secret Lair card drop: players can build decks, draft sealed events and collect premium versions from one expansion.
What cards are in Magic: The Gathering | Star Trek?
Wizards’ preview and collecting material names characters, ships and crossover treatments drawn from across the franchise. Representative cards include:
- Captain James T. Kirk
- Captain Jean-Luc Picard
- Captain Kathryn Janeway
- Mr. Spock
- Q
- Worf
- Lt. Cmdr. Geordi La Forge
- U.S.S. Enterprise-A
- Borg Cube
- “General Picard, Earth Warlord,” the Star Trek version of Kenrith, the Returned King
The complete visual checklist is scheduled for the official card-image gallery. Wizards’ preview announcements gave October 30 as a gallery date, while the later collecting guide lists November 30. Treat November 30 as the current calendar entry, but check the gallery when it goes live because the two official pages conflict.
Which collectibles are the hardest to find?
The collecting guide identifies seven different signed actor cards, with fewer than 250 copies of each signed card. The set also includes 10 LCARS shock lands, borderless stardates reprints and eight schematic-style Beam Me Up promo cards.
These treatments are separate from the ordinary cards found in Play Boosters. Collector-focused products are the main route to premium foils and special frames, while the signed cards and limited promos are likely to be the most constrained pieces of the release.
What products are available?
Each product targets a different type of Star Trek or Magic player. Wizards’ 2026 suggested retail prices are:
| Product | Best suited to | MSRP |
|---|---|---|
| Play Booster | Drafting, sealed play and general set collecting | $6.99 |
| Collector Booster | Premium treatments and foil collecting | $37.99 |
| Commander Deck | Ready-to-play Commander players | $74.99 |
| Collector’s Edition Commander Deck | Commander players seeking premium versions | $159.99 |
| Bundle | Players wanting a mixed sealed-product entry point | $69.99 |
| Beam Me Up Bundle | Collectors wanting promos alongside boosters | $99.99 |
| Draft Night | Groups planning a limited-play event | $119.99 |
| Scene Box | Display-focused collectors and themed card scenes | $41.99 |
Prices are Wizards’ stated MSRPs for 2026; retailer pricing and availability may differ.
What is in the Beam Me Up Bundle?
The Beam Me Up Bundle combines Play Boosters with one Collector Booster and two of the eight schematic-style Beam Me Up promo cards. It is the clearest middle ground between opening regular product and buying a premium collector item: you receive playable sealed cards, one premium booster and exclusive promos.
Which Star Trek Commander deck should I buy?
There are four decks, each built around a different faction or style. Choose based on the theme you want to play rather than assuming one is universally strongest.
- Federation Fleet: the Federation-centered option for players who want the heroic Starfleet side of the setting.
- Landing Party: an away-team-flavored deck suited to players who prefer exploratory crews and mission themes.
- Klingon Fury: the aggressive choice for fans of Klingon combat and a more confrontational identity.
- We Are the Borg: the pick for players drawn to the Borg’s collective, assimilation-focused theme.
Commander decks are ready to play out of the box, making them more practical for a new player than buying random boosters. The Collector’s Edition versions cost more because they emphasize premium treatments rather than changing the basic choice of theme.
How legal are the Star Trek cards?
The main Star Trek set, identified as TRK, is legal in all formats. Cards marked TRC from the Commander products and SDS stardates cards are legal in Commander, Legacy and Vintage; individual cards can also be legal in other formats when that card was already available there. Always check the card’s specific set code and the current format rules before entering an event.
Should you buy boosters, a Commander deck or collector products?
Buy Play Boosters if you want the broadest access to the set or plan to draft. Choose a Commander deck if you want a complete playable deck with minimal deck-building work. Collector Boosters, Collector’s Edition Commander decks, Scene Boxes and the Beam Me Up Bundle are aimed at premium treatments, display pieces and franchise collecting rather than the lowest-cost route to gameplay.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I play Star Trek cards in a normal Magic tournament?
Cards from the main TRK set are listed as legal in all formats. Commander, Legacy and Vintage have additional legality for the TRC and SDS cards, but tournament legality still depends on each card and the event’s current rules.
Are the signed Star Trek cards randomly inserted into every booster?
No distribution rate for the signed cards is stated in the available product information. Wizards confirms seven designs and fewer than 250 copies of each, so they should be treated as scarce collectibles rather than an expected booster pull.
Where can I see the complete Star Trek card list?
Use Wizards of the Coast’s official card-image gallery when it is published. The announced dates conflict—an earlier preview said October 30, while the later collecting guide says November 30—so the live gallery is the authoritative checklist.
Does every Commander deck contain the same Star Trek characters?
No. The four decks have distinct identities—Federation Fleet, Landing Party, Klingon Fury and We Are the Borg. Their card selections and themes are organized around those different groups.