Jace Beleren

Lore & Background

Jace's story is marked by profound loss and redemption. He has faced betrayal from allies like Chandra Nalaar and Teferi, and he has been hunted by enemies ranging from the rogue Planeswalker Vraska to the god-like entity Ugin. His most significant arc involves his struggle with the memory of his past self after being imprisoned in the mind of the Eldrazi Ulamog, an event that fundamentally altered his personality and perspective on existence.

Reader's Guide

Jace Beleren hails from Ravnica, a plane defined by its ten distinct guilds and ancient history. His origin story begins within the Boros Legion, where he served as a soldier until his spark ignited, allowing him to leave his home world. His key story arcs include forming the Gatewatch with other Planeswalkers to combat the Eldrazi titans, surviving the Mind Flayer's influence on Ravnica, and navigating the complex politics of the Phyrexian invasion. He has also served as a mentor to younger walkers like Chandra and Nissa. Jace's signature abilities revolve around telepathy, memory manipulation, and illusion casting. He can read minds, erase or alter memories, and create powerful mental shields. His role in major conflicts often involves strategic planning and gathering intelligence, making him the Gatewatch's primary tactician and information broker.

Did You Know?

• He possesses the unique ability to extract and store memories in his own mind or objects.
• Jace briefly lost his spark during the Eldrazi invasion but regained it through sheer willpower.
• His relationship with Chandra Nalaar is one of the most famous dynamics in Magic's history.