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The Mythic Rare foil Saruman, the White Hand card from the 2023 Magic: The Gathering Tales of Middle-earth Commander subset.

Saruman, the White Hand

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

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Product Overview

Description

Saruman, the White Hand is a legendary Avatar Wizard creature featured in the 2023 Magic: The Gathering expansion, Tales of Middle-earth. Designated as card number 91 within the Commander subset, this release holds Mythic Rare status, marking it as one of the most significant additions to the set's hierarchy. The card boasts a distinctive foil finish, enhancing its visual appeal for collectors who appreciate premium treatments in TCG products. Functionally, this card introduces a powerful amass mechanic tied to noncreature spells. Each time a player casts a spell without a creature type, they can amass Orcs based on that spell's mana value, growing their army of Orc tokens. Additionally, the Goblins and Orcs under the player’s control are protected by ward abilities, requiring an additional mana cost to be targeted by opponents. This dual-layered strategy appeals to commanders looking to build robust tribal or token-based decks. For enthusiasts of the Tales of Middle-earth expansion, acquiring this card offers a tangible connection to the rich lore of the source material. The Commander subset is designed to provide unique, game-altering cards that define new archetypes, making Saruman a focal point for many enthusiasts. Whether you are building a new list or expanding your collection of high-rarity Magic cards, this foil release stands out due to its complex rules interactions and iconic character design. It serves as a valuable component for any serious collector of Magic: The Gathering memorabilia and trading cards.

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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

#91

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

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Rarity

Mythic Rare

Artist

Leonardo Borazio

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Finish

Foil

Mana cost

{1}{U}{B}{R}

Type

Legendary Creature — Avatar Wizard

Power / Toughness

2 / 5

Color

B, R, U

Card Text

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Whenever you cast a noncreature spell, amass Orcs X, where X is that spell's mana value. (Put X +1/+1 counters on an Army you control. It's also an Orc. If you don't control an Army, create a 0/0 black Orc Army creature token first.) Goblins and Orcs you control have ward {2}.

Over all his works a dark smoke hung and wrapped itself about the sides of Orthanc.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What rarity is Saruman, the White Hand in Tales of Middle-earth?

Saruman, the White Hand is printed as a Mythic Rare card in the Tales of Middle-earth Commander subset. This high rarity tier indicates it is one of the most powerful and sought-after cards in the expansion.

What does the amass mechanic do on this card?

The amass mechanic allows you to create or grow an Army of Orcs whenever you cast a noncreature spell. The number of +1/+1 counters placed depends on the mana value of the spell you just cast.

What is the mana cost for Saruman, the White Hand?

The mana cost for this legendary Avatar Wizard is one generic mana, one blue mana, one black mana, and one red mana. This hybrid color identity makes it versatile for multi-color decks.

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