Sauron, the Necromancer

Description

Sauron, The Necromancer, card number 802, is a Legendary Creature — Avatar Horror from the 2023 Magic: The Gathering set The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth. This foil print features artwork by Anato Finnstark and commands a mana cost of {3}{B}{B}. As a black-aligned threat, the card brings significant board presence to any deck built around graveyard strategies or token generation. The gameplay mechanics of Sauron, The Necromancer are designed to control the battlefield while expanding your resources. The card possesses the Menace ability, making it difficult to block. When it attacks, it allows you to exile a creature card from your graveyard. From that exiled card, you create a tapped and attacking token that is a copy, with the exception that it is a 3/3 black Wraith with Menace. This effect provides immediate value and pressure upon striking. A critical condition governs the longevity of this token. At the beginning of the next end step, the token is exiled unless Sauron is your Ring-bearer. This mechanic encourages strategic planning regarding ring bearer assignments and graveyard management. Collectors of The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth appreciate this card for its thematic relevance and powerful interactions with other cards in the set. The foil finish adds a premium aesthetic appeal, making it a desirable addition for both competitive players and set builders looking to complete their collection of Middle-earth artifacts.