Winterspell

Winterspell
Set symbol	File:Winterspell symbol.png
Set code	WIN
Release date	February 13, 2026 (LGS) February 20, 2026 (retail)
Total cards	204
New mechanics	Icebound, Chill counters
Previous set	Whispers in the Well
Next set	Wilds Unknown

Winterspell is the eleventh set of the Disney Lorcana trading card game. It was released by Ravensburger on February 13, 2026 for local game stores, and on February 20, 2026 for mass retail. The set introduces a winter/holiday theme and features the Icebound keyword and Chill counters.

The set consists of 204 cards, including 6 Enchanted variants. It continues the storyline following the mystery of Whispers in the Well, as the realm of Lorcana enters a deep, magical winter.

Story

After the detective mystery of Whispers in the Well, a new threat emerges – a frozen curse sweeps across the Inklands, turning glimmers into ice. Illumineers must venture into the Frozen Reaches to uncover the source of the curse and save their characters. Along the way, they encounter new allies and old villains, all battling the bitter cold.

New mechanics

Icebound

Icebound is a new keyword that appears on characters and locations. An Icebound card cannot be exerted (tapped) by the player who controls it unless they pay an additional cost, such as discarding a card or paying extra Ink. Some Icebound cards also gain bonuses when the opponent tries to interact with them.

Chill counters

Several cards in Winterspell place Chill counters on characters. A character with a Chill counter loses 1 Strength for each Chill counter on it. At the start of each turn, all Chill counters are removed from characters.

Featured characters

Winterspell introduces characters from multiple Disney properties, with a winter or holiday theme:

• Mickey Mouse & Friends – Mickey on a snowboard, Minnie in a winter coat, Goofy as a ski instructor.
• Scrooge McDuck – A winter‑themed Scrooge guarding his ice‑covered money bin.
• Ghosts of Christmas – Characters from Mickey's Christmas Carol (e.g., Ghost of Christmas Past).
• Stitch – Stitch as a carefree snowboarder (featured in the Gift Set promo).
• Pocahontas – First appearance in Lorcana, with a winter forest theme.
• Darkwing Duck – First appearance, patrolling snowy rooftops.
• Lilo & Stitch: The Series – Experiment 625 (Reuben) making sandwiches in the snow.

Products

Winterspell was available in the following product formats:

• Booster packs – 12 random cards, including one foil.
• Booster boxes – 24 packs.
• Starter decks – Two decks (Amber/Sapphire and Emerald/Steel).
• Gift set – Released March 13, 2026, containing 1 "Glimmer foil" Stitch – Carefree Snowboarder promo card, 4 booster packs, a card portfolio, and a collector's guide.
• Illumineer's Trove – 8 packs, two deck boxes, player's guide, storage box.

Starter decks

Two starter decks were released with Winterspell:

• Amber/Sapphire – Focuses on healing and resource ramp, with Icebound characters that become stronger when frozen.
• Emerald/Steel – Focuses on disruption and resilient characters, using Chill counters to weaken opponents.

Notable cards

• Stitch – Carefree Snowboarder (Gift Set promo, Glimmer foil)
• Scrooge McDuck – Icebound Tycoon (Legendary, Icebound)
• Mickey Mouse – Snowboard Star (Rare, gains Lore when you play Icebound cards)
• Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come (Super Rare, removes Chill counters from opponents)
• Pocahontas – Winter Guardian (Legendary, protects other characters from Chill counters)

Reception

Winterspell was praised for its innovative Icebound mechanic and the introduction of fan‑favorite characters like Darkwing Duck and Pocahontas. Critics noted that the Chill counter system added a new layer of strategy, though some players found it complex.

Trivia

• This is the first set to feature Darkwing Duck and Pocahontas.
• The Gift Set includes a portfolio for card storage, a first for Lorcana gift sets.
• Winterspell's release was delayed by one week in some regions due to shipping issues.