Minas Morgul, Dark Fortress

Description

Tolkien’s universe, and card number 514 stands out as a powerful land option for Black-aligned decks. Minas Morgul, Dark Fortress is a Legendary Land that enters the battlefield tapped, requiring players to manage their early turns carefully. Once in play, it provides a reliable source of Black mana, serving as a foundational piece for deck builders seeking consistent color fixing. Beyond basic mana generation, this card offers a unique mechanical interaction that appeals to strategic players. By paying three generic mana and one Black mana, along with tapping the land, you can place a shadow counter on a target creature. As long as that creature retains the shadow counter, it gains the Wraith type in addition to its other types. This mechanic allows for creative control and blocking advantages, as creatures with shadow can only block or be blocked by other creatures with shadow. This makes it a versatile tool for disrupting opponent strategies or enhancing specific tribal synergies. The foil treatment adds a premium aesthetic to this collector’s item, making it a desirable addition for those who appreciate the visual appeal of Magic: The Gathering cards. Released under the LTC set code, this card is part of a broader effort to bring Middle-earth lore to the tabletop. Collectors often seek out specific variants like this foil edition for their set collections or as display pieces. Whether you are looking to complete the Tales of Middle-earth Commander subset or simply want a high-quality card for your library, Minas Morgul, Dark Fortress offers both mechanical depth and collectible value.