The 2023 Magic: The Gathering Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth expansion features this foil Gandalf, Friend of the Shire card, numbered 401.
Gandalf, Friend of the Shire
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth
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Gandalf, Friend of the Shire stands as a pivotal figure in the 2023 Magic: The Gathering The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth expansion. Numbered 401 and illustrated by Livia Prima, this uncommon foil card captures the wizard's unique role within the J.R.R. Tolkien universe. As a Legendary Creature — Avatar Wizard with a mana cost of {3}{U}, it offers distinct gameplay mechanics that appeal to both thematic and strategic collectors. The card features flash and allows players to cast sorcery spells as though they had flash, adding versatility to deck construction. Additionally, its ability triggers whenever the Ring tempts you, rewarding players with a card draw when another creature serves as the Ring-bearer. The foil finish enhances its visual appeal, making it a desirable addition for those building themed collections or seeking high-quality examples of this iconic character. Whether you are focusing on completing the LTR subset or acquiring key legendary creatures, this card represents a significant piece of the collection.
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Gandalf, Friend of the Shire
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Livia Prima
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}{U}
Legendary Creature — Avatar Wizard
2 / 4
U
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Flash You may cast sorcery spells as though they had flash. Whenever the Ring tempts you, if you chose a creature other than Gandalf as your Ring-bearer, draw a card.