Fallen Empires
Fallen Empires is one of Magic: The Gatheringâs earliestâand moodiestâsets, a snapshot of a world already in decline. Rather than heroic triumphs, it tells the story of civilizations unraveling from within: warring factions, dwindling resources, and cultures pushed to the brink of extinction. Released in 1994, the set leans hard into atmosphere. Repeated card names, somber art, and mechanics built around attrition reinforce the theme that these empires arenât risingâtheyâre barely surviving. Itâs a set defined by desperation, sacrifice, and the quiet tragedy of collapse, making Fallen Empires a memorable time capsule from Magicâs formative years and a favorite among collectors who appreciate lore, tone, and history over raw power.
Fallen Empires FAQ
How many cards are in Fallen Empires?
Fallen Empires contains 187 cards.
When was Fallen Empires released?
Fallen Empires was released on November 1, 1994.
What cards are included in Fallen Empires?
Every card in Fallen Empires is shown on this page in collector-number order. The layout is 3x3, the same as a physical binder page, so you can see exactly how the set fills a binder.
How many cards do I need to complete Fallen Empires?
Completing the base set takes 187 cards. Set Binder lets you track your progress and manage foil and non-foil copies separately.
Does Fallen Empires have alternate-art or special-treatment cards?
Set Binder lists no alternate border or foil treatments for Fallen Empires beyond the main set.
How can I track my Fallen Empires collection?
Create a free Set Binder account and start a FEM binder. It mirrors a physical binder page by page, and you check off cards as you add them. Your completion percentage updates as you go, and you can track foil and non-foil copies separately.
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How do I track missing cards from Fallen Empires?
Each Fallen Empires binder shows exactly which cards you're still missing, with links to buy them. While you hunt, you can mark cards as found so you remember which ones you've already tracked down.
How do I print a Fallen Empires checklist?
Use the Print Checklist link for a printer-friendly list of every card in Fallen Empires. You can check cards off by hand at a card shop or event.
Print checklist →
What else is in the Fallen Empires product line?
Set Binder has a full product line page for Fallen Empires. It covers the related sets and sealed products released alongside it, so you can see everything that belongs to the collection in one place.
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Where can I buy Fallen Empires cards?
Singles and sealed product for Fallen Empires are available from Mana Pool, TCGPlayer, and Amazon. The links are at the top of this page.
What is the set code for Fallen Empires?
The set code for Fallen Empires is FEM. It appears on each card next to the collector number.
Can I import my Fallen Empires cards from ManaBox?
Yes. Export your collection from ManaBox as a CSV and import it into a FEM binder. Set Binder will check off the cards you already own.