Creative Spotlight - Reign of Jafar Enchanted Style

Each set, the Enchanted cards, the rarest type of card in Disney Lorcana, are some of the most discussed and sought after cards by collectors! These cards have unique styles based on the set they’re released in. Let’s check in with the Reign of Jafar Art Set Lead, Mike Vaillancourt, to get some insight on this set’s style.

Question: Each set has had distinct art styles based on their respective set. How would you describe the look and feel of the Enchanted cards for Reign of Jafar? 

Mike: This set feels like a departure from Archazia’s Island where what was lush and green is now a much less hospitable desert environment. Jafar has transformed the entire landscape to reflect his image where Archazia's palace has gotten a complete makeover. His palace is more spartan with marble, gold, and silver. Magical torches flicker throughout the interior and danger lurks around every corner. The surrounding area that was once lush forest is now a desert filled with snakes and insects. What was once a training ground for Illumineers and their glimmers is now full of dangerous traps and obstacles to overcome in their quest to capture the Hexwell Crown!

Question: What elements of game play or narrative played the largest part in the art direction for the Enchanteds?

Mike: We leaned into Jafar's hour glass, the desert landscape, and a played a bit into Jafar's vanity. With that, sand is ever present as if the glimmers are being seen through the hourglass filled with surrealist elements.

Question: Is there anything special players should know about the Enchanted cards - easter eggs or other special details that may immerse them deeper into the story?

Mike: There are definitely easter eggs scattered throughout the set’s Enchanted cards and in every other card tier. There are also a large number of easter eggs hidden inside the Illumineer’s Quest Palace Heist artwork that tell its own story if you pay attention to the details! I’d rather not give them all away, though, that takes away from the fun of discovering them on your own.

Question: Anything else you'd like to share about Reign of Jafar Enchanted artwork?

Mike: Each illustration in the set has a place in my heart and I'll always remember this set as it was my first as a set lead.

We hope you enjoyed some of the insights into this set’s artwork! Be on the lookout for more Enchanted card reveals over the next few days.

Want to find your own Reign of Jafar Enchanted cards? The set releases in Local Game Stores and Disney Parks on May 30th, and everywhere including DisneyStore.com on June 6th. You can pre-order now on Amazon in the US.