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The Seven Cosmic Horrors: Is 'The Almighty Cthulhu' Coming To MTG In 2026?

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The dream of summoning a creature of true cosmic horror—H.P. Lovecraft’s legendary Cthulhu—to the battlefield in Magic: The Gathering (MTG) has never been stronger among players, especially with the game's aggressive expansion into new intellectual properties. As of December 23, 2025, there is no official card named "The Almighty Cthulhu" confirmed by Wizards of the Coast (WotC) for any standard set or *Secret Lair* release, but the concept is a white-hot topic of speculation, particularly regarding the unannounced *Universes Beyond* sets slated for 2026. This deep dive explores why the community continues to demand this card, examining the closest official MTG equivalents, the existing Lovecraftian entities, and the likelihood of a full *Cthulhu Mythos* crossover in the near future.

While an official, named Cthulhu card remains elusive, the MTG multiverse is already riddled with entities that draw heavily from the cosmic horror genre, primarily found in the plane of Zendikar and the gothic horror world of Innistrad. The community's desire for "The Almighty Cthulhu" is a search for a definitive, canon representation of the Great Old One, a creature whose power level and mechanical design would truly represent the madness-inducing scale of the original mythos.

The Eldrazi Titans: MTG's Official Lovecraftian Pantheon

The closest official analogues to the Great Old Ones of the *Cthulhu Mythos* are the Eldrazi Titans, massive interplanar entities that consume the mana and life energy of entire worlds. Their design, which features impossible geometry, endless hunger, and the corruption of matter, is a direct nod to the works of H.P. Lovecraft.

The three main Eldrazi Titans are the cornerstone of MTG’s cosmic horror, and understanding their profiles is essential to predicting what a card like "The Almighty Cthulhu" might entail:

  • Emrakul, the Promised End: The most Cthulhu-like in its ability to warp minds and reality, Emrakul is often depicted with impossible, lattice-like tentacles. Her signature ability allows her controller to take an extra turn, but the *opponent* controls that turn, perfectly representing the concept of madness and loss of self-control.
  • Kozilek, the Great Distortion: Representing the corruption of logic and physics, Kozilek's abilities often involve colorless mana, drawing cards, and countering spells, reflecting the incomprehensible nature of cosmic truth.
  • Ulamog, the Ceaseless Hunger: The Titan of ceaseless consumption, Ulamog is associated with exile mechanics, permanently removing cards from the game, symbolizing a plane's complete destruction.

The Unofficial Cthulhu Homage: Wrexial, the Risen Deep

For players seeking a more direct, yet still unofficial, representation of the R'lyeh-dwelling deity, the Legendary Creature Wrexial, the Risen Deep is often cited as the truest homage. Wrexial is a massive Kraken, Leviathan, Horror, Serpent from the plane of Zendikar, and its art and flavor text strongly evoke the image of a slumbering, tentacled monster rising from the ocean depths. Its ability to cast spells from an opponent’s graveyard further represents the consumption of knowledge and the corruption of the past, a key theme in Lovecraft's work.

The Case for a Universes Beyond: Cthulhu Mythos Set

The concept of "The Almighty Cthulhu" becoming a reality is now most strongly tied to the Universes Beyond (UB) product line, which allows WotC to officially cross over with other major franchises. Given the success of crossovers like *Warhammer 40,000* and *The Lord of the Rings*, a *Cthulhu Mythos* UB set is a highly requested, and increasingly plausible, possibility.

The 2026 MTG release schedule, as recently announced, includes a "To Be Announced Universes Beyond Set," which has fueled intense community speculation. While 2026 is confirmed to feature UB sets like *Magic: The Gathering | Marvel Super Heroes* and *Magic: The Gathering | The Hobbit™*, the possibility of a late-year *Secret Lair* or an unannounced full set remains open.

Speculation: What Would 'The Almighty Cthulhu' Look Like?

If WotC were to print The Almighty Cthulhu as an official card, it would likely follow the mechanical themes established by the Eldrazi and other cosmic horrors. Fan-made concepts, such as "Cthulhu, Obliterator of Gods," often give it massive stats (e.g., 13/13), high mana costs, and a combination of abilities that represent its overwhelming power.

Potential mechanical design elements for an official card:

  • Color Identity: Likely Blue/Black (Dimir) or Colorless, representing the void and forbidden knowledge.
  • Keyword Abilities: Indestructible or Hexproof to reflect its ancient, god-like status.
  • Madness/Sanity Mechanic: An ability that forces opponents to discard cards, mill their library, or even gain control of an opponent's turn, mirroring the madness-inducing nature of the Great Old One.
  • Tribe: Legendary Creature — God Horror or Elder Horror.

The Deep Roster of Lovecraftian Entities in MTG

To build a deck that captures the spirit of the Cthulhu Mythos today, players often turn to the deep roster of Lovecraftian-inspired cards. These cards, particularly from the Eldritch Moon and Shadows Over Innistrad sets, are the current stand-ins for the Great Old Ones and their followers.

Key Lovecraftian-Inspired MTG Cards (Topical Authority Entities)

The following entities are essential for any player looking to tap into the cosmic horror theme, serving as the closest proxies to the *Cthulhu Mythos* in the current MTG Multiverse:

  • Emrakul, the Promised End (Eldrazi Titan)
  • Kozilek, the Great Distortion (Eldrazi Titan)
  • Ulamog, the Ceaseless Hunger (Eldrazi Titan)
  • Wrexial, the Risen Deep (Kraken Homage)
  • Griselbrand (Demon, often seen as a dark, powerful entity)
  • It That Betrays (Eldrazi, embodying existential dread)
  • Oblivion Sower (Eldrazi, representing the consumption of resources)
  • Deep-Sea Kraken (Classic, massive sea monster)
  • Thing in the Ice / Awoken Horror (Transformation card symbolizing the breaking of reality)
  • Mind's Dilation (Enchantment that represents the mind-bending influence of the Great Old Ones)
  • Gitrog Monster (Legendary Frog Horror, a cult favorite for its bizarre, unsettling nature)
  • Gisa and Geralf (Characters from Innistrad who dabble in forbidden rites)
  • Tamiyo, Field Researcher (A Planeswalker who was corrupted by Emrakul's influence)
  • Nahiri, the Harbinger (The Planeswalker who summoned the Eldrazi to Innistrad)
  • Elder Deep-Fiend (Eldrazi Horror that emerges from the sea)
  • From Beyond (Enchantment that spawns Eldrazi Scions)
  • Thought-Knot Seer (Eldrazi that steals knowledge from the mind)
  • Shrine of the Forsaken Gods (Land that taps for colorless mana to summon the Titans)
  • Aetherflux Reservoir (Artifact that represents overwhelming, alien power)
  • The Great Old Ones (The Lovecraftian term the Eldrazi are based on)

The persistent buzz around "The Almighty Cthulhu" is a testament to the enduring appeal of cosmic horror in *Magic: The Gathering*. While the official card remains a player’s dream as of late 2025, the existing Eldrazi and Innistrad horrors offer a rich, mechanically deep way to play out the Cthulhu Mythos. The true question is not *if* WotC will ever officially print Cthulhu, but *when* the right *Universes Beyond* window will open to unleash the Great Old One upon the Multiverse, potentially in a surprise 2026 announcement.

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