This 2023 Magic: The Gathering foil card, Gandalf's Sanction, is an Uncommon sorcery from the Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth set.
Gandalf's Sanction
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth
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Gandalf's Sanction is an Uncommon sorcery card from Magic: The Gathering's 2023 The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth expansion, identified by card number 208. This foil variant features artwork by Tatiana Veryayskaya and utilizes a {1}{U}{R} mana cost to deal damage based on instant and sorcery cards in your graveyard. As a key piece for Middle-earth-themed decks, this card captures the strategic depth of the franchise's intersection with the TCG. The card's design and mechanics reflect the rich lore of J.R.R. Tolkien's universe, making it a desirable addition for fans of both Magic: The Gathering and the cinematic adaptations. The foil treatment adds a layer of visual appeal, distinguishing it from non-foil counterparts in the same set. Whether you are building a deck around graveyard synergies or simply expanding your Lord of the Rings collection, this card represents a unique intersection of fantasy lore and tactical card play. Its inclusion in the Tales of Middle-earth set highlights Wizards of the Coast's commitment to delivering high-quality, lore-accurate content that appeals to long-time collectors and new players alike. The card's ability to scale its effect with graveyard resources offers versatile strategic options, enhancing its value to collectors who prioritize functional art and mechanics.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Gandalf's Sanction
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Tatiana Veryayskaya
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{U}{R}
Sorcery
R, U
Card Text
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Gandalf's Sanction deals X damage to target creature, where X is the number of instant and sorcery cards in your graveyard. Excess damage is dealt to that creature's controller instead.
There was a crack, and the staff split asunder in Saruman's hand, and the head of it fell down at Gandalf's feet.