Hearthstone's 35th expansion, 'Reign of the Black Empire', was revealed today (13th) at BlizzCon 2026.
In 'Reign of the Black Empire', players can encounter the powerful forms of the Old Gods, including C'Thun, N'Zoth, Y'Shaarj, and Yogg-Saron. Players will rule Azeroth alongside them, welcoming the return of the Black Empire.
Pre-purchase bundles were also revealed. First, the 'Reign of the Black Empire' Pre-Purchase Mega Bundle includes 80 expansion packs and 10 Golden packs. It also features 1 Signature Legendary card 'Drest'agath', 1 Golden Legendary card 'C'Thun, Eye of the Empire', and 4 Tavern Tickets usable in the Pre-Release Tavern Brawl or Arena. In addition, it includes the 'Eonar' Druid hero skin and card back.
The standard Pre-Purchase Bundle includes 60 'Reign of the Black Empire' packs and 2 random Legendary cards, as well as the 'Eonar' card back.
Meanwhile, a new class, the Monk, was also revealed. The Monk is Hearthstone's 12th class and is scheduled to be added next year. Detailed information, including the Monk's unique mechanics, will be revealed sequentially as the release date approaches.
'Reign of the Black Empire' is scheduled for release on October 21. The 'Reign of the Black Empire' Mega Bundle is currently available for pre-purchase on the official website.
