Magic: The Gathering universe will undergo major changes in November. The card Vivi Ornitier the Universes Beyond: Final Fantasy set , will be removed from the Standard because it is considered too strong by players and developers.
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According to Wizards of the Coast senior designer Carmen Klomparens , the company has moved up the next banned cards announcement from November 24, 2025, to November 10, 2025. While she wouldn't directly confirm it, she made it clear that Vivi Ornitier is "distorting the Standard format" and needs to go.
Meanwhile, other controversial cards, like Agatha's Soul Cauldron , appear to be safe for now, allowing versions of the Izzet Cauldron to remain viable. Therefore, the ban doesn't mean that all related archetypes will be eliminated.
A scenario of imbalance
The biggest problem lies with the combination known as Vivi Cauldron , which has dominated tournaments and even casual matches. However, Klomparens emphasized that there's still room for decks like Mono-Green Stompy , although the presence of the dark mage makes the competition unfair.
Players report frustration at local tournaments and Commander nights, where Vivi quickly ends matches. On the other hand, the community already expects the card's value to drop, but Final Fantasy still consider it an important collectible.
What to expect after the ban
Even with Vivi's likely departure, Standard isn't free from new threats. As Klomparens points out, the format is still searching for a balance. Therefore, the coming months should determine whether other cards will also require adjustments.
Finally, the discussion shows how Universes Beyond have a real impact on competitive Magic, bringing together fans of different franchises but also creating balance challenges.
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Source: Magic Wizards
