Frodo, Sauron's Bane, card number 448 from Magic: The Gathering's 2023 The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth expansion, featuring a foil finish.
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth
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Frodo, Sauron's Bane (card number 448) is a key legendary creature within Magic: The Gathering's 2023 The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth expansion. This foil rare card brings the iconic Ring-bearer to the tabletop with a dynamic design that reflects the narrative tension of the source material. As a Halfling Citizen with a mana value of one, the card offers an accessible entry point for players looking to integrate Middle-earth themes into their decks. The card's strategic depth lies in its evolved forms, allowing it to adapt to different board states. By paying mana costs involving white or black, players can transform Frodo into a Halfling Scout with lifelink, ensuring that dealing damage also heals the controller. Alternatively, investing more mana can shift Frodo into a Halfling Rogue, granting a potent ability that threatens to end the game if the Ring has tempted you enough times during the match. This versatility makes the card a compelling piece for collectors who appreciate mechanical innovation alongside thematic resonance. For enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, this release stands as a significant addition to the growing library of Lord of the Rings cards. The foil treatment adds a layer of visual appeal, making it a desirable target for those building themed collections or seeking powerful legends for their gameplay. Whether you are a long-time veteran of the game or new to the hobby, Frodo, Sauron's Bane represents a fusion of literary legacy and strategic gameplay. Collectors often seek out specific card numbers from this set to complete their archives, and this foil version serves as a standout piece for any Magic: The Gathering enthusiast's shelf. The artist Marta Nael's work on this card captures the essence of the character, providing a tangible connection to the world of Middle-earth through the medium of collectible trading cards.
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Frodo, Sauron's Bane
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Marta Nael
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English
Foil
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Legendary Creature — Halfling Citizen
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{W/B}{W/B}: If Frodo is a Citizen, it becomes a Halfling Scout with base power and toughness 2/3 and lifelink. {B}{B}{B}: If Frodo is a Scout, it becomes a Halfling Rogue with "Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, that player loses the game if the Ring has tempted you four or more times this game. Otherwise, the Ring tempts you."
