With the release of Fabled, Disney Lorcana celebrates two years of exciting gameplay around the world. Over this time, we’ve seen incredible matches across many countries and languages, and from this, Ravensburger has learned valuable lessons on how to keep Lorcana healthy for years to come.
Now, for the first time, Core Constructed is getting a set rotation. This is a big change that will affect how players build decks and prepare for local and major tournaments.
Let’s talk about what set rotation means, how it works in Lorcana, which sets are affected with the release of Fabled, and what players can expect at their local events.
What Is Set Rotation?
Set rotation is a common part of trading card games. It keeps competitive play fresh, balanced and easier to join for new players. In Lorcana, it means that only cards from the most recent sets will be allowed in the Core Constructed format. Older sets will rotate out and can no longer be used in official tournaments that follow this format.
This system helps with a few things. It keeps card power levels under control. It encourages players to try new strategies. Most importantly, it makes it easier for new players to build competitive decks without needing to track down older, harder-to-find cards.
Since Lorcana is now a global game, and some countries have only recently caught up with the English sets, rotation will help level the playing field for players everywhere.
How Rotation Will Work
Ravensburger has confirmed that rotation will begin with the release of Fabled in September 2025. At that time, the following four sets will rotate out of Core Constructed:
The First Chapter
Rise of the Floodborn
Into the Inklands
Ursula’s Return
That means Core Constructed events will only use the most recent sets, which will be:
Shimmering Skies
Azurite Seas
Archazia’s Island
Fabled
From now on, when a new season (4 sets) is complete the oldset season (4 sets) will rotate. It’s a simple rolling system that always keeps the format focused on the latest content.
Are There Any Exceptions?
Yes, there are. From the start, Fabled has been described as a transitional set. That means it’s designed to help ease players into the new rotated format.
Fabled contains a mix of reprinted cards and brand new ones. In total, there are 204 cards in the set, just like previous releases. Out of these, 171 are reprints from the first four sets that are rotating out. The remaining 33 cards are brand new and exclusive to Fabled.
This means many favourite cards will still be around, but now with updated art or rarities, and they will still be legal in Core Constructed thanks to their reprint in Fabled.
What’s New in Fabled?
Fabled also introduces two new card rarities that have never been seen in Lorcana before: Epic and Iconic.
There will be around 18 Epic cards in the set.
There will be 2 Iconic cards:
Mickey Mouse – Brave Little Prince
Minnie Mouse – Sweetheart Princess
These two Iconic cards are the rarest in Lorcana so far. They feature unique foiling and numbering, and will be difficult to pull. Collectors and competitive players alike will want to keep an eye out for them.
What About Other Formats?
The set rotation only affects Core Constructed, which is the main format used for organised play, league events, and major tournaments.
However, there’s also a new format being introduced called Infinity Format. This will allow players to use any cards from any set, except those that are officially banned. Infinity is ideal for casual games or those who want to keep playing their older decks without restrictions.
Let’s Recap: Key Changes with Fabled
Set rotation begins with the release of Fabled in September 2025
Core Constructed will now only include the four most recent sets
The following sets rotate out:
The First Chapter
Rise of the Floodborn
Into the Inklands
Ursula’s Return
The following sets are legal in Core Constructed:
Shimmering Skies
Azurite Seas
Archazia’s Island
Fabled
Fabled contains 171 reprints and 33 new cards
Epic and Iconic rarities debut in this set
Infinity Format allows cards from all sets (except banned ones)
Final Thoughts
Set rotation is a big moment for Disney Lorcana. It helps the game grow by keeping competition balanced and decks easier to build. Fabled acts as a bridge, giving players access to many key reprints while also introducing powerful new cards and mechanics.
Whether you’re just starting out or getting ready for your next tournament, now is a great time to review your deck, check which sets are legal, and get ready for the next phase of Lorcana.
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