The 2026 Magic: The Gathering The Hobbit foil card, Eagle of the Great Shelf (HOB 11), is an Uncommon Bird Soldier creature featuring Flying and attack-scaling power.
Eagle of the Great Shelf
2026 • Magic: The Gathering • The Hobbit
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The 2026 Magic: The Gathering The Hobbit expansion brings fantasy literature to life through its trading card game, and Eagle of the Great Shelf (card number 11) stands out as a notable Uncommon foil release. Designed by artist Yuhong Ding, this white-bordered creature embodies the majestic presence of the eagles from Middle-earth lore. As a Bird Soldier with a mana cost of {4}{W} and a mana value of 5, it commands the board with significant impact. Eagle of the Great Shelf features the Flying ability, allowing it to bypass ground-based blockers, while its triggered ability rewards aggressive play. Whenever it attacks, it gains +1/+1 until end of turn for each other creature you control, making it increasingly potent as the game progresses. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often seek this foil variant for its shimmering finish and thematic connection to The Hobbit series. The card’s design and mechanics offer a compelling addition to any set collection, appealing to fans of both the game and the source material. Its unique combination of stats and abilities makes it a favorite among players looking to build thematic decks centered around aerial superiority and creature synergy.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Eagle of the Great Shelf
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Yuhong Ding
Card Stock
English
Foil
{4}{W}
Creature — Bird Soldier
2 / 5
W
Card Text
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Flying Whenever this creature attacks, it gets +1/+1 until end of turn for each other creature you control.
The Goblins hated the Eagles and feared them, but could not reach their lofty seats or drive them from the mountains.