The lore and gameplay of Subjugate the Hobbits, a rare sorcery card from Magic: The Gathering's 2023 Tales of Middle-earth Commander expansion.
Subjugate the Hobbits
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • Tales of Middle-earth • Commander
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Description
Subjugate the Hobbits is a distinctive sorcery card featured in Magic: The Gathering's 2023 Tales of Middle-earth Commander subset. Designed for fans of J.R.R. Tolkien’s universe, this card brings the epic fantasy setting into the strategic realm of the trading card game. As card number 24 in the set, it offers a unique mechanical interaction that resonates with collectors and players alike. The card commands a mana cost of {5}{U}{U} with a mana value of 7, placing it in the upper tier of sorcery spells. Its primary effect allows the caster to gain control of each noncommander creature with mana value 3 or less. This powerful board-wiping mechanic provides a significant tactical advantage, making it a compelling addition to blue-based decks that seek to dominate the battlefield. The card’s color identity is strictly blue, aligning it with strategies focused on control and resource denial. Authored by Chris Cold, the card captures the essence of the Tales of Middle-earth expansion, which serves as a tribute to the beloved literary works. The flavor text, attributed to Sam, adds a layer of narrative depth, referencing the emotional weight of home and ruin within the Middle-earth lore. For collectors, this card represents a piece of the growing catalog of Tolkien-themed Magic products, offering both aesthetic appeal and gameplay utility. Whether you are building a themed Commander deck or expanding your Magic: The Gathering collection, Subjugate the Hobbits stands out as a notable entry. Its combination of thematic storytelling and potent effect makes it a favorite among enthusiasts of the franchise. The card’s rarity as a rare print further enhances its desirability for those seeking to complete their Tales of Middle-earth subset.
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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
#24
Featured Subject
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Featured
Subjugate the Hobbits
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Chris Cold
Card Stock
English
{5}{U}{U}
Sorcery
U
Card Text
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Gain control of each noncommander creature with mana value 3 or less.
"This is worse than Mordor! Much worse, in a way. It comes home to you, as they say, because it is a home, and you remember it before it was all ruined." —Sam











