The details of Gimli's Axe, card number 581 from Magic: The Gathering's 2023 Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth expansion. This artifact equipment card offers unique strategic value for collectors.
Gimli's Axe
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth
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Gimli's Axe is card number 581 from the 2023 Magic: The Gathering expansion The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth. Released by Wizards of the Coast, this set brings the rich lore of J.R.R. Tolkien’s universe into the TCG format, appealing to both fans of the franchise and dedicated players. This card is categorized as a common rarity, making it an accessible piece for those building their collection or looking to complete the base set. As an artifact equipment card, it provides distinct mechanical utility within the game. The card’s rules text grants the equipped creature a +3/+0 power boost. Additionally, if the equipped creature is legendary, it gains the menace keyword ability, meaning it can only be blocked by two or more creatures. Players can attach this equipment to their creatures by paying a mana cost of two, and they can move it to another creature they control using the equip ability for two mana, which can only be activated as a sorcery. This flexibility allows for dynamic gameplay strategies, particularly when paired with legendary creature decks. The card features artwork by Pablo Mendoza, adding visual appeal to its functional design. Collectors often seek out cards from The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth due to the set’s thematic depth and faithful adaptation of the source material. Whether you are a seasoned Magic player or a newcomer to the hobby, Gimli's Axe represents a solid addition to any library. Its straightforward yet powerful effects make it a recognizable name among TCG enthusiasts.
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Card Details
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Featured
Gimli's Axe
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Pablo Mendoza
Card Stock
English
{2}{R}
Artifact — Equipment
R
Card Text
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Equipped creature gets +3/+0. As long as equipped creature is legendary, it has menace. (It can't be blocked except by two or more creatures.) Equip {2} ({2}: Attach to target creature you control. Equip only as a sorcery.)
