The 2023 Magic: The Gathering foil card 'Frodo, Sauron's Bane' (LTR 469) from The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth set. This rare halfling citizen features dynamic gameplay mechanics.
Frodo, Sauron's Bane
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth
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Released in 2023 by Wizards of the Coast, Frodo, Sauron's Bane (card number 469) is a standout piece from The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth expansion for Magic: The Gathering. Illustrated by Dmitry Burmak, this foil rare captures the essence of the central character as a Legendary Creature — Halfling Citizen with a mana cost of one white mana. The card's design and mechanics allow for strategic evolution during play. Players can manipulate Frodo's type to become a Halfling Scout or Halfling Rogue, gaining abilities like lifelink or triggering powerful game-ending effects based on combat damage and the "Ring tempts you" mechanic. This product appeals to fans of the franchise and collectors seeking unique creature interactions within the TCG. The foil finish adds a premium tactile quality that enhances its display value. Whether used for thematic deck building or added to a collection of Middle-earth memorabilia, this card represents a pivotal moment in the story. It offers a blend of narrative significance and mechanical depth, making it a notable entry in the LTR series for dedicated hobbyists.
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Frodo, Sauron's Bane
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Magic: The Gathering
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Dmitry Burmak
Card Stock
English
Foil
{W}
Legendary Creature — Halfling Citizen
1 / 2
W
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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."