The Balrog, Durin's Bane is a legendary demon card from Magic: The Gathering's 2023 Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth set, featuring a distinctive foil finish.
The Balrog, Durin's Bane
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth
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The Balrog, Durin's Bane, designated as card number 195, is a formidable presence within Magic: The Gathering's 2023 Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth expansion. This legendary creature, categorized as an Avatar Demon, commands a mana cost of {5}{B}{R} and boasts a power/toughness of 7/5. The card's unique ability allows players to reduce its casting cost by sacrificing permanents, while its Haste keyword enables immediate impact on the battlefield. Furthermore, the restriction that it can only be blocked by legendary creatures adds a strategic layer that appeals to competitive and casual collectors alike. Artwork for this card was created by Kekai Kotaki, bringing the fearsome entity to life with striking detail. The foil treatment enhances the visual appeal, making it a desirable addition for those focusing on parallel collecting or completing the Tales of Middle-earth set. As a high-impact card in the Magic Trading Card Game, it represents a key intersection of fantasy literature and strategic gameplay.
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The Balrog, Durin's Bane
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Kekai Kotaki
Card Stock
English
Foil
{5}{B}{R}
Legendary Creature — Avatar Demon
7 / 5
B, R
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This spell costs {1} less to cast for each permanent sacrificed this turn. Haste The Balrog can't be blocked except by legendary creatures. When The Balrog dies, destroy target artifact or creature an opponent controls.