Chicken Troupe

Chicken Troupe was released in 2022 as part of Unfinity, the fourth installment in Wizards of the Coast's Un-set series. These sets are intentionally designed with a whimsical, satirical tone that bends the traditional rules of Magic: The Gathering to explore lighthearted gameplay mechanics. As a common card in this set, Chicken Troupe serves as a comedic nod to the long-standing tradition of chicken-themed creatures that have appeared in previous joke sets, aiming to provide players with a quirky, synergistic experience rather than serious competitive utility.

The card features artwork by Leonardo Santanna, who leaned into the playful nature of the Un-series by depicting a group of chickens engaged in human-like, theatrical behavior. The illustration captures the chaotic and absurd personality central to the design of the Unfinity collection. Upon its release, the card was received by the community as a quintessential piece of the set's identity, appreciated primarily by players who enjoy the inventive and rule-breaking flavor that defines these periodic deviations from the game's standard lore.