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Origins

is the inaugural set of Riftbound, set in the turbulent dawn of a fractured world where five primal factions emerge from the remnants of a shattered celestial realm, each vying to reshape reality according to their philosophy. The lore centers on the Sundering, a cataclysmic event that tore open elemental rifts across the land, awakening ancient beings and imbuing mortals with volatile powers drawn from these breaches. As alliances form and betrayals unfold, champions harness raw Rift energy to either mend the world or claim dominion over it. Mechanically,

Origins

introduces the core Riftbound systems: Rift Channels, which allow players to tap into shifting elemental zones that alter card effects; Awakening, a keyword that empowers units once specific conditions are met; and Convergence, a synergy mechanic that rewards players for combining multiple factions’ energies in strategic ways. Together, the lore and mechanics establish a dynamic foundation where unstable power and faction identity define every conflict.