Iconic and Epic Cards can be found in later sets starting from the highly popular Fabled set (Lorcana set number 9), Before that the highest pull can only be an Enchanted card.
One look at the Minnie Mouse, Always Classy card shows that it can get a whole lot worse
Though still gorgeous, as well as thematic, it did feel like a notable departure from the cards found in prior sets
The tournament is Swiss Style, which means you play against other people with your record, ie: if you lose in Game 1, you play against someone who also lost in Game 1, and if you lose that too, you would play someone who lost twice in Game 3
Local game stores have kicked off Set Championships, drawing record crowds of players hoping to win the coveted Maleficent Monstrous Dragon prize card