Five Colleges. One Shelf. 360 Cards, Protected in Style.
Gamegenic's Cards Almanac Premium Slipcase Album is a purpose-built premium binder for collectors who want their cards stored and displayed as well as they're played — and the Magic: The Gathering Secrets of Strixhaven edition is one of the most visually distinctive releases in the lineup yet. Officially licensed by Wizards of the Coast, this album arrives in five separate college editions — Silverquill, Prismari, Witherbloom, Lorehold, and Quandrix — each sharing the same refined color treatment and distinguished by a gold-foiled college symbol embossed on the spine. Displayed together on a shelf, they form a cohesive, collectible set. Used individually, each one is the best-looking binder in the room.
Released April 24, 2026 alongside the full Secrets of Strixhaven accessories line, the Cards Almanac is Gamegenic's premium answer to the question of how to store a serious collection with the aesthetic care it deserves.
Premium Materials, Thoughtful Engineering, Serious Capacity
The album's construction starts with a retro leatherette exterior and a selected microfiber inner lining — materials that feel noticeably more substantial than standard binder fare. A reinforced rigid cover keeps the album from warping under the weight of a full card load, and an elastic strap closure keeps it securely shut for transport even when removed from the slipcase. The slipcase itself is designed to integrate with popular square-format shelving units, with notched sides that allow easy album removal whether stored vertically or horizontally — a small detail that makes a real difference when you're pulling one binder from a full shelf.
Inside, 20 pages of 18 side-loading pockets deliver a total capacity of 360 cards — and that's with double-sleeved cards. Every pocket is side-loading, keeping cards secure during transport without needing to be zipped or fastened. The album is optimized for Gamegenic sleeves, which pair naturally with the side-loading design for the smoothest insertion and removal experience. For single-sleeved or unsleeved collections, capacity increases accordingly.
Specifications
| Brand | Gamegenic |
| License | Magic: The Gathering — Secrets of Strixhaven (officially licensed) |
| Product Type | Premium Slipcase Album |
| Release Date | April 24, 2026 |
| Editions Available | Silverquill, Prismari, Witherbloom, Lorehold, Quandrix |
| College Identifier | Gold-foiled college symbol on spine |
| Pages | 20 |
| Pockets per Page | 18 (side-loading) |
| Card Capacity | 360 cards (double-sleeved) |
| Closure | Elastic strap |
| Exterior Material | Retro leatherette |
| Interior Material | Microfiber lining |
| Cover | Reinforced rigid cover (warp-resistant) |
| Slipcase | Included — fits popular square-format shelves, side-notched for easy access |
| Storage Orientation | Vertical or horizontal |
| Optimized For | Gamegenic sleeves |
The Binder That Belongs on the Shelf
Most binders are purely functional. The Cards Almanac is functional and worth displaying — the kind of accessory that earns its own spot on the shelf rather than getting stashed in a drawer. For Magic: The Gathering collectors building around the Secrets of Strixhaven set, picking up the matching college edition is an easy decision. For collectors who want the full five-college shelf display, each album is designed to coordinate seamlessly with the others, sharing the same refined look while standing apart through its college foil.
Boreal Gaming carries Gamegenic accessories in Fonthill, serving players and collectors across the Niagara region. Order online for shipping anywhere in Canada, or stop by the store and see our full accessories lineup in person.
