D&D 5E Mythic Odysseys of Theros Now Has a Description (& Pre-orders) [UPDATED]

You can now pre-order Mythic Odysseys of Theros, which also now has a description on Amazon, a much clearer cover image, and a changed release date to June 2nd. The book cover and title was revealed by Penguin Random House on Friday, but this is a much clearer look at the book.

UPDATE -- now showing on WotC's website, along with the alternate cover.

Clash with the gods of Theros in this campaign sourcebook for the world's great roleplaying game.

Play DUNGEONS & DRAGONS in the MAGIC: THE GATHERING world of Theros—a realm shaped by the wrath of gods and the deeds of heroes, where champions vie for immortal favor and a place among legends.
• Rise above the common throng with SUPERNATURAL GIFTS, abilities that give you remarkable powers that set you on the path to legend.
• Explore Theros as a SATYR or LEONIN—mythic cat-like heroes from Magic: The Gathering. Mythic Odysseys of Theros introduces these races to fifth edition D&D for the first time.
• Master new powers with Magic: The Gathering-inspired SUBCLASSES like the Bard’s College of Eloquence and the Paladin’s Oath of Heroism.
• Encounter MYTHIC MONSTERS, creatures whose power and renown are such that their names are truly living myths.
• Wield the weapons of the gods—five signature artifacts used by Theros's deities.
• Created in 1974, D&D transformed gaming culture by blending traditional fantasy with miniatures and wargaming. Fifth edition D&D draws from every prior edition to create a universally compelling play experience.

 

[dave2008]

As a reminder, Wildemount went to #1 in all books based on the leaked pre-order page before WotC ever said a word about it.

Critical Role - Explorer's Guide to Wildemount Rockets to #1 In 'All Books' on Amazon

When the Amazon page for Explorer's Guide to Wildemount leaked, the book went straight to #15 in all books (not just games, or even just fantasy - all books!) on Amazon before WotC had even said a word about it. It quickly jumped to #3 on Monday, and as of today... it is currently sitting at #1...

www.enworld.org

To compare like-for-like we need to look at how well Theros does before WotC says anything.

The big difference is that Critical Role has a big D&D following and that group would be aware of such things. I don't know that the same holds true for this book (on the MtG side).

Basically, I don't think you can do a straight apples to apples comparison.

 

[Hussar]

Who cares which one does better? If both books do fantastic, that's just goodness all the way around.

 

[dave2008]

Who cares which one does better? If both books do fantastic, that's just goodness all the way around.

I don't think anyone was suggestion it matters which one does better. Morrus just reacted to my comment that it will do well and what its current rank is. He simple put into context of the Critical Role book.

EDIT: It moved up in all books and down in D&D books since I posted about an hour ago. Funny that.

 

[Mournblade94]

With subclasses and a new mechanic in Supernatural gifts, this upticks in the possibility of me purchasing. I don't know if it would work for my current planned campaign, but could see them being useful for a future one.

I'm thinking the Subclasses might be interesting. In that case I'll just purchase them from Beyond. Beyond makes it too easy to skip products you don't need wholly.

 

[Kramodlog]

Critical Role Fandom >> MtG fandom

Yeah, no. MtG is way more popular than D&D or a streamed show. It is way more profitable for WotC than Wildemount will ever been because it has the larger fan base.

 

[teitan]

The black border reminds me of late 2e products (some call it 2.5).

I understood why Ravnica was chosen over Dominaria, but Theros? Its NPCs and artifacts aren't the most iconic. If I'm a MtG fan qui wants to see MtG inspired D&D products, I'm not looking for Greek mythology flavored D&D.

that’s not a border around the cover, it’s blacking out a background. Theros is chosen because it’s the current theme of the card game.

 

[Paul Farquhar]

that’s not a border around the cover, it’s blacking out a background. Theros is chosen because it’s the current theme of the card game.

I would say it has more to do with the popularity of 3rd party Greek-style settings. WotC wanted to get in on that action, but rather than taking a risk with a new IP borrowed one they already owned. MtG is a convenient well of near-infinite settings.

I suspect there is a degree of collusion going on between teams, which is why it just happens to be the current setting.

 

[AriochQ]

I have zero interest in MtG. I didn't get the Ravnica book. But, I will probably order this one just because it seems like stuff I can work into my Greyhawk campaign. I already converted Rel Astra into a Roman style patriarchy. I figure I can turn somewhere remote into a Greek style setting.

 

[Mournblade94]

I would say it has more to do with the popularity of 3rd party Greek-style settings. WotC wanted to get in on that action, but rather than taking a risk with a new IP borrowed one they already owned. MtG is a convenient well of near-infinite settings.

I suspect there is a degree of collusion going on between teams, which is why it just happens to be the current setting.

I'm not challenging you on this, but where is this popularity happening? I haven't noticed it. Just curious for examples.

 

[darjr]

It’s at 1744 now. Which is freaking fantastic! What were some of the other leaked books at before an announcement? Anybody know? Besides the CR book, which I think is an outlier.