What mana types does Battlefield Forge produce?

Battlefield Forge can produce colorless mana, or you can choose to have it produce either Red or White mana when tapped. This flexibility makes it useful for decks that need specific colored mana but are not strictly limited to one color.

How does the damage effect work on Battlefield Forge?

When you tap Battlefield Forge to add Red or White mana, you must deal 1 damage to yourself. This is a cost of activating the ability, meaning the damage occurs as part of the process of getting the mana.

What set is Battlefield Forge from?

This card is from the Tales of Middle-earth Commander subset of Magic: The Gathering, released in 2023. It is card number 296 in the set and features the Rare rarity treatment.

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Battlefield Forge is a dual-land card from the 2023 Tales of Middle-earth Commander subset, offering flexible mana acceleration for Red and White decks.

Battlefield Forge

2023 • Magic: The Gathering • Tales of Middle-earth • Commander

2023 Magic: The Gathering Tales of Middle-earth

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Raw/Ungraded Market: $0.46

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Condition	Value	Source	Trend	Price Details
	$0.46Oct 15, 2026	Guide Estimate	+21.1%
Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) Estimate: $0.46, based on Guide Estimate. Source date not availableCaptured Oct 15, 2026 Guide Estimate: $0.46. Evidence date not available. Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable. Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $0.38 to $0.46 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 29, 2026 and Oct 15, 2026: 21.1%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.

$0.46Oct 15, 2026
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Guide Estimate
Trend
+21.1%
Price Details
Based on TCGplayer Market (reference)
Estimate: $0.46, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not availableCaptured Oct 15, 2026
Guide Estimate: $0.46. Evidence date not available.
Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $0.38 to $0.46 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 29, 2026 and Oct 15, 2026: 21.1%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.

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TCGplayer Market (reference) · Guide Estimate evidence · captured Oct 15, 2026

Each point is the last stored observation that day for this printing, condition, grader, autograph status and source. Gaps mean no observation; guide estimates and asking prices are not completed sales.

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Description

The Battlefield Forge card from Magic: The Gathering's Tales of Middle-earth Commander subset serves as a critical mana source for decks built around Red and White strategies. Released in 2023 under the LTC set code, this land card allows players to generate colorless mana or choose between Red and White mana each turn. The mechanic involves tapping the land to add one mana of either color, but it requires the controller to take 1 damage as a cost for the Red or White option. This risk-reward dynamic makes it a strategic inclusion for commanders that can mitigate life loss or leverage it for other effects. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading cards value this piece for its thematic connection to the Lord of the Rings universe, featuring artwork by Victor Harmatiuk. The flavor text references Théoden's journey to Edoras, grounding the card in the narrative of Middle-earth. As a Rare rarity card, Battlefield Forge is sought after by players looking to build competitive Commander decks that require specific mana colors without relying on basic lands. It fits seamlessly into two-color combinations, providing the flexibility needed for diverse spell casting and ability activation. This card represents a key component for enthusiasts who enjoy the tactical depth of the Commander format. Whether you are building a new deck or expanding your collection of rare lands, Battlefield Forge offers a unique blend of flavor and function. Its design and mechanics reflect the high-quality production standards of the Tales of Middle-earth expansion, making it a desirable addition for any serious collector of trading card games.

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