Disney Lorcana Cards: Sets, Rarities and Where to Start

Lorcana cards bring Disney and Pixar characters into a trading card game made by Ravensburger. Since Disney Lorcana launched in 2023 it has become one of the most popular card games around, with beautiful artwork, a simple way to play and rare foil cards that collectors love. This guide explains how the game works, the six ink colours, every set in order, the eight rarities and which product to buy first.

Looking for a specific set? Our Lorcana Winterspell guide covers the first set of 2026 in detail.

What are Lorcana cards?

Disney Lorcana is a trading card game where players take on the role of Illumineers, magical figures who summon Disney characters called glimmers. Each card shows a character, item, action, song or location, often in a new version you will not have seen in the films. You might find Mickey Mouse as a wizard, Elsa as a spirit of winter or Buzz Lightyear exploring a jungle.

Every set adds around 200 new Lorcana cards, and the game is designed so that new players can learn it quickly while experienced players can build clever decks.

How to play Disney Lorcana

The aim is simple: be the first player to collect 20 lore. You gain lore by sending your characters on quests, and you can challenge your opponent’s characters to stop them questing.

• Build a deck of at least 60 cards, using one or two ink colours and no more than four copies of any card.
• Ink your cards. Some cards can be placed face down into your inkwell to give you ink, the resource you spend to play other cards.
• Play characters, items, actions and locations by paying their ink cost.
• Quest to gain lore or challenge your opponent’s characters.
• Win at 20 lore.

Songs are a special kind of action. Characters can sing a song instead of paying its ink cost, which leads to fun combinations.

Types of Lorcana cards

• Characters: the heart of the game. Characters quest for lore and challenge other characters.
• Actions: one-off effects that are played and then discarded.
• Songs: special actions that a character can sing instead of you paying the ink cost.
• Items: cards that stay in play and give ongoing benefits.
• Locations: places your characters can move to, which can give lore of their own.

Each card shows its ink cost, its ink colour and whether it can be placed in your inkwell. Characters also show their strength, willpower and the lore they gain when questing.

The six ink colours

Most decks combine two inks, so there are many pairings to try. Choosing your favourite characters and building around their inks is a great way to start.

Disney Lorcana sets in order

These are the main Disney Lorcana sets, from the first release to the newest:

Wilds Unknown brought Pixar characters into the game for the first time, from Toy Story, The Incredibles and Brave. Attack of the Vine! followed with Monsters, Inc., and Hyperia City arrived in October 2026 with characters from Coco.

Lorcana card rarities

Lorcana cards use eight rarities. The symbol at the bottom of each card shows which one it is:

Every pack also contains a foil card, which can be of any rarity. Enchanted and Iconic cards are the ones collectors chase most.

Enchanted Lorcana cards

Enchanted cards are the most famous chase in Lorcana. They are alternate versions of existing cards with artwork that covers the whole card and a special shimmering foil. Because they appear far less often than other cards, opening an Enchanted is one of the highlights of collecting. Recent sets have added an even rarer Iconic tier, often with a distinctive art style, such as the papercut-style Iconic cards in Winterspell.

What is in a Lorcana booster pack?

Each Disney Lorcana booster pack contains 12 cards, including one foil card. A booster display holds 24 packs, so it is the best way to open a lot of cards at once and has the best chance of finding Enchanted cards.

How Lorcana sets are released

Ravensburger currently releases about four main Lorcana sets a year. Each set usually has prerelease events in local game stores about a week before the wide release, giving players an early chance to open packs and play. There are also special releases, such as the cooperative Illumineer’s Quest products, which let you team up with friends against a story-driven challenge.

Which Lorcana product should you buy first?

• For complete beginners: the Wilds Unknown 2-Player Starter Set includes two ready-to-play decks so you can learn with a friend.
• For collecting: a booster display, such as the Wilds Unknown booster display, gives you 24 packs.
• For a gift: the Wilds Unknown Illumineer’s Trove includes packs plus a storage box and dividers.
• For a stylish start: the Winterspell Collection Starter Set includes a portfolio, a foil Stitch card and booster packs.

English, Japanese and Chinese Lorcana cards

Disney Lorcana is also printed in other languages. Japanese Lorcana has become popular with collectors thanks to its print quality, and we stock Japanese boxes such as The First Chapter and Wilds Unknown. Chinese Lorcana boxes, including Rise of the Floodborn, Into the Inklands and Shimmering Skies, are another way to collect the artwork.

Browse our English Lorcana cards, Japanese Lorcana cards and Chinese Lorcana cards ranges.

Collecting Lorcana cards

Lorcana is as popular with collectors as it is with players. Many people aim to complete a full set of each release, while others focus on a favourite film or character. Enchanted cards are the main chase, with Iconic cards adding an even rarer tier in recent sets.

• Sleeve your foils. Foil cards scratch easily, so sleeve them straight away.
• Collect by film. Building a binder of your favourite Disney film is a fun goal.
• Keep sets together. Each card shows its set number, which makes tracking simple.
• Trade duplicates. Local game stores often run trading nights.

Playing Lorcana in the UK

Many UK game stores run Lorcana leagues and set championships, and new sets usually have prerelease events a week before launch. Playing in a store is a great way to meet other players, learn new decks and trade cards.

Older Lorcana sets

Older sets are still popular, especially with collectors who want to complete the whole story from the start. Booster boxes from earlier releases, such as Ursula’s Return, Shimmering Skies and Azurite Sea, become harder to find over time, so it is worth picking them up while they are in stock. They are also a fun way to find classic characters that may not appear in newer sets.

Is Disney Lorcana good for beginners?

Yes. The rules are straightforward, games are quick and the Disney characters make it easy to pick up for players of all ages. A two-player starter set is the easiest way in, and from there you can add booster packs to build your own decks.

Tips for buying Lorcana cards

• Start with a starter set to learn the rules before buying lots of packs.
• Buy booster displays for collecting. They give the best value per pack.
• Check which set you are buying. Each set has its own cards and themes.
• Buy sealed from trusted shops to avoid fake or resealed packs.

Lorcana cards FAQs

How many cards are in a Lorcana booster pack?

Each pack contains 12 cards, including one foil.

How many packs are in a Lorcana booster display?

A booster display contains 24 booster packs.

What is the rarest Lorcana card?

Enchanted and Iconic cards are the rarest, with Iconic cards the hardest to find in recent sets.

How do you win at Disney Lorcana?

The first player to collect 20 lore wins.

Can children play Lorcana?

Yes. Disney Lorcana is designed to be easy to learn, and the familiar characters make it a great family game. A two-player starter set is the best way for children and adults to learn together.

Are Japanese Lorcana cards the same as English ones?

The cards and artwork are the same, but the text is in Japanese. Japanese cards are popular with collectors, while English cards are used for local play in the UK.

Where can I find official Lorcana information?

Ravensburger publishes rules, set lists and news on the official Disney Lorcana website.