Archivist of Gondor

Description

Archivist of Gondor arrives as card number 420 in the Tales of Middle-earth Commander subset, released by Wizards of the Coast in 2023. This Magic: The Gathering trading card game card features a Human Advisor creature with a mana cost of {2}{U} and a power/toughness of 2/3. The card’s strategic identity revolves around the monarch mechanic, offering a distinct gameplay loop where dealing combat damage to a player can establish monarch status, triggering card draw benefits at the end of that player's turn. Tolkien’s legendarium into the Commander format. The card is printed with a Rare rarity, denoted by the LTC set code, and features artwork by Wisnu Tan. For enthusiasts building decks around the monarch mechanic or completing the Commander subset, Archivist of Gondor represents a precise piece of the 2023 catalog. Its straightforward blue mana identity and specific rules text make it a recognizable component for those tracking set completeness. The card serves as a functional element within the broader Magic: The Gathering ecosystem, appealing to players who value strategic depth alongside thematic collectibility. Understanding the card number and subset context helps collectors verify authenticity and track their acquisitions accurately within the Tales of Middle-earth release.