Saruman of Many Colors

Description

The 2026 Magic: The Gathering The Hobbit Eternal Commander Saruman of Many Colors is a foil mythic rare legendary wizard card designed for complex strategic play. Identified as card number 35 in the HOC set code, this card is illustrated by artist rk post and features a mana value of 6. Its color identity spans white, blue, and black, requiring a mana cost of {3}{W}{U}{B} to cast. As a Legendary Creature — Avatar Wizard, it serves as a formidable centerpiece for decks seeking multicolored depth and disruption. The card possesses Ward, forcing opponents to discard an enchantment, instant, or sorcery card to bypass its shield. Once in play, Saruman of Many Colors triggers a milling effect whenever you cast your second spell each turn. This ability forces each opponent to mill two cards, and if cards are milled, you can exile an opponent's enchantment, instant, or sorcery from their graveyard. You then copy the exiled card and may cast the copy without paying its mana cost, allowing for significant value generation and board control. Collectors and players value this card for its intricate rules text and its thematic fit within The Hobbit Eternal expansion. The foil finish adds a premium aesthetic to the card, making it a desirable addition for those building thematic decks or collecting high-rarity cards from the set. The combination of Ward, milling, and free casting creates a dynamic gameplay experience that challenges opponents to manage their graveyard and hand resources carefully. This card exemplifies the strategic complexity found in Magic: The Gathering Commander formats, offering both defensive utility and offensive potential.