Reign of Jafar is approaching, excitement is building across the Disney Lorcana community. From the introduction of set rotations and long-awaited reprints to iconic character reveals like Darkwing Duck, the upcoming release promises to reshape the game’s landscape. As Illumineers prepare to face the villainous Jafar and his twisted illusions on Archazia’s Island, there’s a growing opportunity to stock up on impactful cards—without breaking the bank.
This guide spotlights five budget-friendly cards that have already begun making waves or show promising synergy with the Reign of Jafar set. Whether you’re building a competitive deck or just looking for valuable pickups before prices spike, these cards deserve your attention.
1. The Lamp
Set: Into the Inklands
A once-overlooked item card, The Lamp has quickly become a popular tech option in Amethyst Steel and Amethyst Sapphire lists, especially following the reveal of Jafar – Striking Illusionist. Its connection to Genie and Jafar makes it thematically and mechanically fitting for Reign of Jafar.
Although it previously sat unnoticed in bulk boxes, its price has already jumped by 30% as savvy players catch on. Despite the uptick, it’s still easy to find for under a dollar—a steal for a card that could see staple-level play in upcoming formats.
2. Giant Cobra – Ghostly Serpent
Set: Archazia’s Island
If Jafar’s illusions are central to Reign of Jafar, then illusion-supporting cards from previous sets are due for a breakout. Giant Cobra – Ghostly Serpent is a standout example. Already appearing in Amethyst Steel decks, it pairs seamlessly with Iago – Giant Spectral Parrot to pressure opponents late in the game.
Thanks to its large body and lore-gaining ability, it’s been quietly gaining traction. It’s still available at budget prices, making it one of the smartest pickups before its synergy with new Jafar cards becomes widespread.
3. Tramp – Enterprising Dog
Set: Archazia’s Island
Tramp has carved out a niche in the competitive Amber Emerald “Chernadog” archetype, which recently made waves at large-scale events in Europe. The deck thrives on swarming the board with characters, and Tramp – Enterprising Dog delivers much-needed draw support when your hand runs dry.
Now, with Tramp – Dapper Rascal joining the roster, Enterprising Dog has become an even better shift target. Despite its competitive success, it’s still flying under the radar cost-wise. Players looking to get ahead of the meta should strongly consider this versatile canine companion.
4. Ever as Before
Set: Shimmering Skies
If Reign of Jafar brings a wave of illusion-heavy decks, then counter-tech becomes critical—and Ever as Before is positioned as the perfect response. This underplayed song card allows Illumineers to target multiple characters at once, enabling instant illusion vanish triggers and even healing your own characters in the process.
While largely overlooked since release, this card can still be picked up for mere cents—even in foil. It’s a low-risk, high-reward inclusion that could become a format-defining tool if illusions rise in popularity.
5. Miss Bianca – Unwavering Agent
Set: Archazia’s Island
A staple in Amber Steelsong builds, Miss Bianca – Unwavering Agent shines as a proactive way to contest characters and enable early plays like A Whole New World. What makes her even more appealing now is her potential role in the emerging Sapphire Steel Allies deck that Reign of Jafar looks poised to support.
With cards like Jasmine – Steady Strategist and Aladdin – Vigilant Guard adding fuel to Ally-focused strategies, Miss Bianca becomes a crucial piece of a deck that could be central to the heroic resistance against Jafar. And yes—despite her growing relevance, she’s still comfortably in budget territory.
The Reign of Jafar set isn’t just about introducing new threats; it’s about unlocking the hidden power of existing cards. Each of these picks offers a cost-effective way to strengthen your deck while staying ahead of the evolving meta. Prices may rise as more reveals come in, so grabbing these budget-friendly options now could give you both a competitive and financial edge in the battles to come.
Reign of Jafar is the highly anticipated 8th main set of the Disney Lorcana trading card game (TCG), officially releasing to retailers on June 6, 2025, with early access starting on May 30, 2025.
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