Casters,
This week’s MetaZoo Monday didn’t just showcase art direction. It also gave the community a chance to imagine what MetaZoo could create beyond cards, while capping off the night with a new spoiler reveal. The result was a mix of playful speculation and serious excitement for what lies ahead.
The MetaZoo Community Wishlist
When asked what products fans would love to see, the chat lit up with ideas that stretched far beyond the usual accessories. The most popular requests centered on plushies, sleeves, binders, and deck boxes. Many wanted these products themed around cryptids or designed to look like Spellbooks.
Others pitched more creative options. Fans called for apparel like hats and shirts, artist proofs, cryptid action figures, and even MetaZoo-themed kitchenware. One particularly colorful suggestion was a cryptid breakfast cereal, with a lineup to rival Count Chocula and Boo Berry.
What this shows is that the player base is not just invested in the game itself, but in the broader world of cryptids and collectibles. Plushies and binders may feel like natural extensions, but suggestions like lenticular items, poker chips, or a flip calendar reveal the appetite for products that weave MetaZoo into everyday life.
A Spooky New Spoiler
While the wishlist segment highlighted community imagination, the art reveal stole the spotlight. AnonymousBob introduced a card that he described as jaw-dropping from sketch to final form: Headless Horseman by Lillie McKay.
While the wishlist segment highlighted community imagination, the art reveal stole the spotlight. AnonymousBob introduced a card that he described as jaw-dropping from sketch to final form: Headless Horseman by Lillie McKay.
The reveal captured attention not only for the central figure but for its rich details. Observers noted other cryptids hidden in the background and speculated about the meaning of the swords scattered across the ground. These design choices invite fans to think beyond the individual card, pointing toward deeper connections in the set’s lore.
Why It Matters
Moments like this balance two sides of MetaZoo’s identity. On one hand, there is a community eager to expand the brand into merchandise and collectibles that keep cryptids present in daily life. On the other hand, there are dramatic spoilers like the Headless Horseman, which reinforce the game’s artistic and storytelling roots.
By showcasing both in the same session, MetaZoo tapped into the imagination of its players while reminding them of the dark, mysterious world that anchors the TCG.
This week’s MetaZoo Monday revealed more than just a new card. It highlighted how invested the community is in shaping the brand’s future, and it gave players a haunting glimpse of the Headless Horseman. Between product wishlists and cryptid lore, the discussion proved once again that MetaZoo thrives at the intersection of fan creativity and artistic storytelling.