The One Ring is a Mythic Rare Legendary Artifact from the 2023 Magic: The Gathering set The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth, renowned for its unique burden mechanic.
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth
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Released in 2023 as part of the Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth expansion, The One Ring (card number 246) stands as one of the most iconic artifacts in Magic: The Gathering history. Illustrated by Veli Nyström, this Mythic Rare Legendary Artifact captures the essence of the dark power from J.R.R. Tolkien’s legendarium, offering players a strategic tool that balances immense reward with significant risk. The card’s design reflects the premium status reserved for the most influential objects in the game’s lore, making it a cornerstone for collectors and players alike who appreciate the intersection of fantasy narrative and complex gameplay. For enthusiasts of the Magic trading card game, owning a copy of this card represents a connection to one of the most successful crossover themes in TCG history. The gameplay mechanics of The One Ring are as compelling as its lore. Upon entering the battlefield, if cast directly from hand, it grants the controller protection from everything until the end of the turn, providing a crucial defensive shield in critical moments. The true depth of the card, however, lies in its upkeep and activated abilities. Each turn, the controller must manage burden counters to maximize its draw-power, drawing cards equal to the number of burdens on the artifact. This creates a dynamic where players must decide whether to harness its power for card advantage or mitigate the life loss it inevitably causes. This risk-reward structure makes The One Ring a favorite among competitive players and casual collectors who enjoy the thematic weight of the Lord of the Rings universe. Whether you are building a dedicated deck around the artifact or simply adding a piece of legendary history to your collection, this card remains a staple of the Magic: The Gathering experience.
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The One Ring
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Mythic Rare
Veli Nyström
Card Stock
English
{4}
Legendary Artifact
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Indestructible When The One Ring enters, if you cast it, you gain protection from everything until your next turn. At the beginning of your upkeep, you lose 1 life for each burden counter on The One Ring. {T}: Put a burden counter on The One Ring, then draw a card for each burden counter on The One Ring.
