Shinka, the Bloodsoaked Keep, a Mythic Rare legendary land from the 2023 Tales of Middle-earth Commander subset, featuring a striking foil finish.
Shinka, the Bloodsoaked Keep
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • Tales of Middle-earth • Commander
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Shinka, the Bloodsoaked Keep is a legendary land card from the 2023 Magic: The Gathering expansion, Tales of Middle-earth. Identified as card number 404 in the Commander subset, this release brings the iconic fortress from J.R.R. Tolkien’s lore into the trading card game. As a Mythic Rare, it holds a prominent position within the set's hierarchy, appealing to collectors who appreciate both the narrative depth of Middle-earth and the strategic utility of powerful lands. The card features a premium foil treatment that enhances its visual appeal, making it a desirable addition for enthusiasts of the Commander format and Magic: The Gathering lore alike. Designed by Logan Feliciano, the card serves as a key piece for collectors building themed decks or completing the Tales of Middle-earth catalog. Its ability to provide red mana and grant first strike to legendary creatures underscores its gameplay significance, bridging the gap between collectible art and functional game component. For investors and hobbyists, this card represents a tangible connection to one of fantasy literature’s most enduring settings, rendered through the lens of a top-tier trading card game. The combination of its mythic rarity, foil finish, and thematic relevance makes it a standout item for any serious Magic: The Gathering collection.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Year
2023
Brand
Magic: The Gathering
Series
Tales of Middle-earth
Subset
Commander
Subset Type
Subset
Card Number
#404
Featured Subject
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Featured
Shinka, the Bloodsoaked Keep
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Mythic Rare
Logan Feliciano
Card Stock
English
Foil
Legendary Land
Card Text
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{T}: Add {R}. {R}, {T}: Target legendary creature gains first strike until end of turn.
The keep was called the Hornburg, for a trumpet sounded upon the tower echoed in the Deep behind, as if armies long-forgotten were issuing to war from caves beneath the hills.