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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.

Frodo, Sauron's Bane

2023 • Magic: The Gathering • The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth

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Product Overview

Description

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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Card Details

The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.

Catalog Profile

The core identity of the card within the set.

Year

2023

Series

The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth

Card Number

#448

Featured Subject

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Game

Magic: The Gathering

TCG Attributes

Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.

Rarity

Rare

Artist

Marta Nael

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Finish

Foil

Mana cost

{W}

Type

Legendary Creature — Halfling Citizen

Power / Toughness

1 / 2

Color

W

Card Text

Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.

{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."

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of creature is Frodo, Sauron's Bane in Magic: The Gathering?

Frodo, Sauron's Bane is a Legendary Creature — Halfling Citizen. It can evolve into other subtypes like Halfling Scout or Halfling Rogue through its activated abilities.

How much mana does it cost to cast Frodo, Sauron's Bane?

The card has a mana value of one and requires a single white mana to cast initially, making it an inexpensive creature to play early in the game.

What is the card number for Frodo, Sauron's Bane in the Tales of Middle-earth set?

Frodo, Sauron's Bane is card number 448 in the Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth expansion, released in 2023 for Magic: The Gathering.

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