# 2023 Magic: The Gathering The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth #97

> The Mordor Trebuchet foil (LTR #97) is a rare artifact creature from Magic: The Gathering's 2023 Lord of the Rings expansion.

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## Identity

- **Year**: 2023
- **Manufacturer brand**: Magic: The Gathering
- **Set / series**: The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth
- **Card number**: #97
- **Product type**: TCG_CARD

## Description

Released in 2023 as part of the Magic: The Gathering: The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth set, the Mordor Trebuchet (card #97) is a black Artifact Creature — Wall that has become a cornerstone for specific deck strategies. With a mana cost of {2}{B} and a 1/4 power/toughness base, this card utilizes the Defender mechanic to control the board while providing significant value. Its unique ability triggers whenever you attack with Goblins or Orcs, creating a 2/1 colorless Construct artifact creature token with flying that attacks and is sacrificed at the end of combat. This synergy makes it a highly desirable addition for collectors focusing on the Goblin and Orc tribal archetypes within the TCG. The foil treatment adds a layer of visual appeal, making it a premium choice for those building their Magic: The Gathering collection. Whether you are looking to complete a set of Lord of the Rings cards or enhance your creature-heavy decks, the Mordor Trebuchet foil stands out as a key piece of the 2023 LTR expansion. Its design and mechanics reflect the dark themes of Middle-earth, offering both strategic depth and aesthetic charm for fans of the franchise and the game.

## FAQ

### What is the Mordor Trebuchet's mana cost?

The Mordor Trebuchet has a mana cost of {2}{B}, requiring two generic mana and one black mana to cast.

### Does the Mordor Trebuchet have flying?

No, the Mordor Trebuchet itself does not have flying. However, it creates 2/1 Construct artifact creature tokens with flying when you attack with Goblins or Orcs.

### What set is the Mordor Trebuchet from?

The Mordor Trebuchet is from The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth set, released in 2023.

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