Harry Potter | Wizards of the Coast

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Frequently Asked Questions About the Harry Potter Trading Card Game

What is the Harry Potter trading card game?
The Harry Potter trading card game is a game using trading cards that is based on the bestselling Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone novel by J. K. Rowling.

When does the game come out?
It comes out in August of 2001.

What do you get in the game?
If you buy the Starter Set, you get a rulebook, a playmat, damage counters, and two 40-card decks (each deck comes with an additional premium Wizard card). If you buy a booster, you get 11 cards. Each card is fully illustrated and captures favorite characters, potions and spells, creatures, and situations from the novel.

How do you win the game?
The first person to make his or her opponent's cards "disappear" wins.

Do I have to know how to play other trading card games in order to play this one?
No. You can start with the Starter Set, which introduces the rules of the game to you. Then you can learn more advanced rules once you have the basics down. You can read our rules on this site or download the rulebook!

How many cards are in the set?
There are 118 total cards, including premium cards.

Will there be organized (league) play to support the game?
Yes. Pre-league demo programs will launch in participating League stores one month after the launch of the Harry Potter TCG. League play begins in the 1st quarter of 2002. You can read more about the league and the demo programs in our League Play area of the site.

Where can I find Starter Sets and boosters?
You can find them in retail, hobby, and other selected stores in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

What is the first expansion for the game?
The first expansion set for the Harry Potter TCG, Quidditch Cup, will be available in the 4th Quarter of 2001.

Who is Wizards of the Coast?
Wizards of the Coast is a game company that creates popular trading card games, roleplaying games, and novels. It is a subsidiary of Hasbro, Inc. You can find out more about Wizards of the Coast by visiting the website!