The Magic: The Gathering card Rush the Room, numbered 598 in The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth. This 2023 Common Instant offers strategic flexibility for Goblin and Orc decks.
Rush the Room
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth
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Rush the Room is a versatile Instant card from the 2023 Magic: The Gathering expansion The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth. Identified by card number 598 and the set code LTR, this Common rarity card features art by Warren Mahy and represents the thematic intersection of fantasy lore and strategic gameplay. As a single-red mana spell with a mana value of one, it provides efficient combat support within the game's structure. The card's rules text allows a player to target a creature, granting it +1/+0 power and First Strike until end of turn. This effect is particularly notable for its conditional bonus: if the targeted creature is a Goblin or an Orc, it additionally gains Haste until the end of the turn. This interaction makes the card a functional tool for aggressive strategies centered around these creature types, which are prominent in the Middle-earth theme of the set. The flavor text captures the intensity of the moment, describing a horn-blast and a rush of feet as Orcs leap into a chamber, adding narrative depth to the mechanical utility. For collectors of Magic: The Gathering trading cards, Rush the Room serves as a tangible piece of the 2023 Tales of Middle-earth expansion. The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth set appeals to both dedicated TCG enthusiasts and fans of the fantasy franchise, creating a unique crossover appeal. Owning this card allows collectors to engage with the rich lore of J.R.R. Tolkien's universe while maintaining a functional asset for their gaming library. The card's design and mechanics reflect the high production values and thematic consistency that characterize the Tales of Middle-earth series. Whether used in casual play or held as part of a broader collection of Middle-earth-themed cards, Rush the Room stands as a distinct entry in the modern Magic: The Gathering catalog. Its straightforward yet impactful effect ensures it remains a recognizable and appreciated component for those who value both the artistic and strategic elements of the game.
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Rush the Room
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Warren Mahy
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English
{R}
Instant
R
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Target creature gets +1/+0 and gains first strike until end of turn. If it's a Goblin or Orc, it also gains haste until end of turn.
There was a horn-blast and a rush of feet, and Orcs one after another leaped into the chamber.
