Special Guests
Special Guests (SPG) is Magic’s way of rolling out the red carpet. Rather than telling a single story, the set celebrates iconic cards from across Magic’s history—hand-picked reprints that drop into modern releases as surprise appearances. These cards feel less like part of the main cast and more like legendary cameos, instantly recognizable and loaded with nostalgia. What makes Special Guests stand out is its presentation and intent: familiar favorites given fresh framing, updated art, or premium treatments, all designed to feel special the moment you see them. SPG isn’t about worldbuilding or mechanics, it’s about moments. A nod to longtime players, a thrill for collectors, and a reminder that Magic’s past is always just one pack away from showing up again.
Special Guests FAQ
How many cards are in Special Guests?
Special Guests contains 175 cards.
How many drops are in Special Guests?
Set Binder lists 15 drops for Special Guests. Each drop is listed on this page along with the cards it contains. New drops are added as they are released, so check back often to see the latest cards.
When was Special Guests released?
Special Guests was released on November 17, 2023.
What cards are included in Special Guests?
Every drop in Special Guests is listed on this page with the cards it contains. New drops are added as they are released, so check back often to see the latest cards.
How many cards do I need to complete Special Guests?
Completing the base set takes 165 cards. Set Binder lets you track your progress and manage foil and non-foil copies separately.
Does Special Guests have alternate-art or special-treatment cards?
Set Binder lists no alternate border or foil treatments for Special Guests beyond the main set.
How can I track my Special Guests collection?
Create a free Set Binder account and start a SPG 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.
Create a SPG binder →
How do I track missing cards from Special Guests?
Each Special Guests 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 Special Guests checklist?
Use the Print Checklist link for a printer-friendly list of every card in Special Guests. You can check cards off by hand at a card shop or event.
Print checklist →
What else is in the Special Guests product line?
Set Binder has a full product line page for Special Guests. It covers the related sets and sealed products released alongside it, so you can see everything that belongs to the collection in one place.
View full product line →
Where can I buy Special Guests cards?
Singles from Special Guests are available on Mana Pool. The link is at the top of this page.
What is the set code for Special Guests?
The set code for Special Guests is SPG. It appears on each card next to the collector number.
Can I import my Special Guests cards from ManaBox?
Yes. Export your collection from ManaBox as a CSV and import it into a SPG binder. Set Binder will check off the cards you already own.