The Tavern was buzzing at BlizzCon 2026 as we revealed the all-new Monk class, shared a first look at the new Hearthstone expansion Reign of the Black Empire, and announced plenty more exciting updates!

If you missed the BlizzCon opening ceremony, check out this reel of all the highlights for Hearthstone:

New Class: Monk Joins the Fight!

The Monk class is coming to Hearthstone! Agile and adaptable, Monk brings a whole new way to play. Watch the Monk Class Teaser Trailer, then get ready to welcome Chen Stormstout to the Tavern when Monk arrives in March 2027.

Reign of the Black Empire Cinematic Trailer and Card Reveals

Turn your gaze to the Reign of the Black Empire Cinematic Trailer! Step back into ancient Azeroth, when the Old Gods ruled at the height of their power and the Titan-forged rose to challenge their dominion.

Reign of the Black Empire launches on October 20! Pre-Purchase Bundles are available now*.

* Pre-purchase available now on Battle.net Shop. In-game availability of pre-purchase bundles and in-game visibility of pre-purchased items begins when Patch 36.6 goes live at 10:00 a.m. PDT on September 15, 2026.

Be sure to check out the Reign of the Black Empire announcement blog for all the latest card reveals, plus details on the new Old God mechanic and the Assemble keyword.

When Patch 36.6 goes live on September 15 at 10:00 a.m. PDT, log in to Hearthstone to claim your free M.O.T.H.E.R. Legendary card! Then visit the Hearthstone Card Library to keep up with the latest card reveals.

Embark on Your Epic Journey with the Updated Journal

We've redesigned the Hearthstone main menu with a new navigation tray that puts all your favorite game features at your fingertips. Among them is the revamped Hearthstone Journal, where your Journey evolves week by week. Earn rewards, experience Hearthstone's stories, complete quests, battle powerful bosses, and discover limited-time events along the way. More details coming soon!

Bargains, Mysteries, and More at the Black Market

Get ready for a trip to the mysterious Black Market. Simply play Ranked Hearthstone to earn a limited-time currency that can be spent on packs, cards, and a variety of cosmetics. Black Market prices are always shifting, so check back often for new deals, or try your hand at haggling for a better price.

The Black Market comes and goes like the wind, so don't miss your chance to visit September 15 - October 13. More details are coming in the 36.6 Patch Notes.

The Black Market is just the first of many new experiences waiting to be discovered. Keep an eye on your Journal to see what's next!

New Minion Type Coming to Battlegrounds

Meet Aberrations, the newest Battlegrounds minion type. Built around discard synergies, Aberrations grow stronger as they work to awaken their Deity, an ancient Old God of unimaginable power. Every Aberration that dies brings that moment closer, and you'll definitely know when it arrives.

Check out this breakdown of all the Battlegrounds updates coming in Patch 36.6.1 for more details. Aberrations make their Battlegrounds debut in Patch 36.6.1 on September 22.

Hearthstone Roadmap

Reign of the Black Empire is just one chapter, and the future of Hearthstone is already taking shape. Take a look at the roadmap to see what awaits beyond the horizon!