The Scroll of Isildur is a rare foil enchantment saga from Magic: The Gathering's 2023 Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth set, offering unique gameplay mechanics for enthusiasts.
Scroll of Isildur
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth
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Description
Released in 2023 as part of the highly anticipated Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth expansion, the Scroll of Isildur stands as a distinctive enchantment saga within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. The card features a mana cost of {2}{U} and serves as a powerful tool for players seeking to control the board state through its saga progression. As an enchantment saga, the Scroll of Isildur introduces lore counters as it enters the battlefield, progressing through three distinct chapters that offer escalating effects. The first chapter allows the controller to gain control of up to one target artifact, reflecting the temptations of the Ring. The second chapter enables the tapping of up to two target creatures with stun counters, providing immediate disruption. The final chapter rewards the player by drawing cards for each tapped creature their opponent controls, turning defensive advantages into card advantage. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often seek out this card due to its thematic resonance with J.R.R. Tolkien's legendaries and its utility in various formats. The foil finish adds a layer of visual appeal that enhances its desirability among those building themed collections. Whether you are looking to complete a set of the Tales of Middle-earth expansion or add a powerful saga to your deck, the Scroll of Isildur represents a significant piece of modern TCG history. Its unique mechanics and iconic subject matter make it a staple for enthusiasts of the genre. This product serves as a comprehensive resource for identifying the card's identity and mechanical function. By focusing on the catalog-level facts, collectors can make informed decisions about their acquisitions without the noise of listing-specific variables. The Scroll of Isildur remains a key component for any serious Magic: The Gathering collection focused on the Middle-earth theme.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Scroll of Isildur
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Audrey Benjaminsen
Card Stock
English
Foil
{2}{U}
Enchantment — Saga
U
Card Text
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(As this Saga enters and after your draw step, add a lore counter. Sacrifice after III.) I — Gain control of up to one target artifact for as long as you control this Saga. The Ring tempts you. II — Tap up to two target creatures. Put a stun counter on each of them. III — Draw a card for each tapped creature target opponent controls.
FAQ
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What type of card is Scroll of Isildur?
Scroll of Isildur is an Enchantment — Saga card in Magic: The Gathering. It functions by entering the battlefield with lore counters and progressing through three chapters of effects as those counters are added.
What is the mana cost for Scroll of Isildur?
The mana cost for Scroll of Isildur is {2}{U}, requiring two generic mana and one blue mana to cast. It has a mana value of 3, placing it in the early game curve for enchantments.
Which set does Scroll of Isildur belong to?
This card is part of the Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth set, released in 2023. It carries the set code LTR and card number 520 within that specific expansion.
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