The foil version of Sauron's Ransom (#782) from the 2023 Lord of the Rings set offers a strategic instant that forces an opponent to divide your library.
Sauron's Ransom
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth
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Sauron's Ransom is a foil Instant card from the 2023 Magic: The Gathering expansion, The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth. Identified as card number 782 in the set, this B/U colored spell carries a mana value of three. The card features a unique mechanic where the controller chooses an opponent, who then examines the top four cards of your library. That opponent must separate these cards into two face-down piles, placing one into your hand and the other into your graveyard. This interaction introduces a layer of psychological strategy, as players must manage the uncertainty of what their rival selects. The card is marked as Rare and includes flavor text that reflects the dark themes of the source material. Collectors often seek this card for its thematic relevance and distinct gameplay effect. The foil treatment adds visual appeal, making it a desirable addition for those building themed decks or completing the Tales of Middle-earth collection. Understanding the card's rules text is essential for mastering its potential in casual and competitive formats alike.
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Sauron's Ransom
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Alex Brock
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{U}{B}
Instant
B, U
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Choose an opponent. They look at the top four cards of your library and separate them into a face-down pile and a face-up pile. Put one pile into your hand and the other into your graveyard. The Ring tempts you.
"He was dear to you, I see. And now he shall endure the slow torment of years."