Festival of Trokin

Festival of Trokin was released in 1998 as part of the Portal Second Age expansion for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. This set was designed specifically for newer players, utilizing simplified rules and a more accessible mechanical framework to bridge the gap between casual gaming and the more complex tournament-oriented sets of the era. The art direction for the set focused on high-fantasy imagery that remained consistent with the established visual identity of the Portal series.

The card was illustrated by Heather Hudson, a frequent contributor to Magic during this period, who employed her signature style to capture the mystical tone of the Portal universe. Like many cards in the Second Age set, Festival of Trokin was designed to emphasize thematic storytelling within the gameplay, serving as a functional tool for decks centered on the game's creature-heavy mechanics. It remains a notable example of the era's commitment to aesthetic cohesion and introductory design philosophy.