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Doran, the Siege Tower, a legendary Treefolk Shaman from Magic: The Gathering's 2023 Tales of Middle-earth Commander subset. This unique card offers distinct gameplay mechanics for fantasy-themed deck builders.

Doran, the Siege Tower

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

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Product Overview

Description

Doran, the Siege Tower serves as a cornerstone for players building fantasy-themed decks within the Magic: The Gathering Commander format. Released in 2023 as part of the Tales of Middle-earth set, this legendary creature bridges the gap between the strategic depth of TCG gameplay and the immersive lore of J.R.R. Tolkien's legendarium. As card number 517 in the LTC subset, it is recognized by collectors and players alike for its specific role in the game's ecosystem. As a legendary Treefolk Shaman, Doran brings a unique mechanical twist to the battlefield. Rather than dealing damage based on its power, creatures in your command assign combat damage equal to their toughness. This ability fundamentally alters how decks are constructed, encouraging the inclusion of high-toughness creatures to maximize output. The mana cost of {W}{B}{G} requires players to manage a diverse mana base, making it a compelling choice for commanders who value versatility and strategic depth. The artistic vision by Greg Hildebrandt & Tim Hildebrandt captures the essence of the Middle-earth universe, appealing to fans of both collectible card games and fantasy literature. Collectors often seek this card to complete their Tales of Middle-earth collections or to add a distinctive legendary creature to their library. Whether you are looking to expand your collection with iconic fantasy characters or enhance your Commander decks with unique strategic options, Doran offers significant value.

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Card Details

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Catalog Profile

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Year

2023

Series

Tales of Middle-earth

Subset

Commander

Subset Type

Subset

Card Number

#517

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Rare

Artist

Greg Hildebrandt & Tim Hildebrandt

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Mana cost

{W}{B}{G}

Type

Legendary Creature — Treefolk Shaman

Power / Toughness

0 / 5

Color

B, G, W

Card Text

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Each creature assigns combat damage equal to its toughness rather than its power.

"This is an Ent house, and there are no seats, I fear. But you may sit on the table. You are thirsty, I expect. Perhaps you are also tired. Drink this!"

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What type of card is Doran, the Siege Tower?

Doran, the Siege Tower is a legendary creature card with the subtypes Treefolk and Shaman in Magic: The Gathering. It is part of the Tales of Middle-earth Commander subset released in 2023.

How does Doran, the Siege Tower work in gameplay?

The card's ability changes how combat damage is assigned. Instead of using its power, creatures you control assign damage equal to their toughness, making high-toughness creatures particularly valuable in decks featuring this commander.

Who illustrated Doran, the Siege Tower?

The card features artwork by Greg Hildebrandt & Tim Hildebrandt. Their illustration style is consistent with the aesthetic established for the Tales of Middle-earth set, capturing the fantasy themes of the source material.

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