The 2023 Magic: The Gathering foil Sharkey, Tyrant of the Shire (Card #229) from The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth set. This rare Legendary Avatar Rogue card is designed to disrupt opponent strategies by restricting land activations.
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth
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Sharkey, Tyrant of the Shire is a distinct Legendary Creature card within the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, released as part of the 2023 The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth expansion. Identified by card number 229, this foil Rare features the unique Avatar Rogue subtype and is illustrated by Matt Stewart. The card's mana cost of {2}{U}{B} places it firmly in the blue and black color identity, offering a strategic four-mana value for collectors and players alike. The card’s mechanical design focuses on disrupting opponent interactions. Sharkey possesses an ability that prevents the activation of mana abilities on lands controlled by opponents, effectively neutralizing their primary resource generation while leaving other non-mana land abilities active. This selective restriction creates a unique tactical environment, allowing Sharkey to serve as a powerful control piece that forces opponents to adapt their strategy. Additionally, Sharkey itself can utilize mana of any type to activate its own abilities, providing flexibility in resource management. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often seek out foil cards from The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth due to the set's immersive theme and high-quality production values. The Sharkey, Tyrant of the Shire foil card stands out as a sought-after piece for those building decks centered around land interaction and control mechanics. Its rare status and distinctive foil treatment make it a valuable addition to any collection. Whether you are completing a set or looking for a powerful strategic card, Sharkey represents a compelling option for dedicated TCG hobbyists.
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Sharkey, Tyrant of the Shire
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Matt Stewart
Card Stock
English
Foil
{2}{U}{B}
Legendary Creature — Avatar Rogue
2 / 4
B, U
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Activated abilities of lands your opponents control can't be activated unless they're mana abilities. Sharkey has all activated abilities of lands your opponents control except mana abilities. Mana of any type can be spent to activate Sharkey's abilities.