{"title":"The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagic: The Gathering - The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth Booster Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSet Overview:\u003c\/strong\u003e Immerse yourself in the epic world of \u003cem\u003eThe Lord of the Rings\u003c\/em\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003eTales of Middle-earth\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cem\u003eMagic: The Gathering\u003c\/em\u003e crossover product released as part of the Universes Beyond series. Released on June 23, 2023, this highly anticipated set brings the iconic characters, stories, and landscapes of J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth to the \u003cem\u003eMagic\u003c\/em\u003e universe. Designed for drafting, \u003cem\u003eTales of Middle-earth\u003c\/em\u003e is fully legal in Modern, Historic, and Alchemy formats, offering fans a unique opportunity to experience the rich lore and dynamics of Tolkien’s world in a fresh way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollaboration with Middle-earth Enterprises:\u003c\/strong\u003e Created in close cooperation with Middle-earth Enterprises, the firm that owns the rights to \u003cem\u003eThe Lord of the Rings\u003c\/em\u003e, this set allows \u003cem\u003eMagic\u003c\/em\u003e players to explore Middle-earth in a way that honors Tolkien’s epic works while providing the strategic depth that fans of \u003cem\u003eMagic\u003c\/em\u003e love. \u003cem\u003eThe Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth\u003c\/em\u003e was released alongside other \u003cem\u003eMagic\u003c\/em\u003e digital platforms, including \u003cem\u003eMagic Online\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eMagic Arena\u003c\/em\u003e, with special legality in Alchemy and Historic formats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e281 Regular Cards:\u003c\/strong\u003e Including 101 commons, 80 uncommon, 60 rares, 20 mythic rares, and 20 basic lands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Versions:\u003c\/strong\u003e All regular cards come with randomly inserted premium versions, including alternate frames, extended art, and full-art lands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShowcase Ring Treatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cards numbered #302-331 showcase iconic characters whose internal struggles and motivations are influenced by the One Ring, expressed through the circular design of the \"Ring\" treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNazgûl Variants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cards numbered #332-339 feature unique art of the nine Nazgûl, with nine individual pieces commissioned for the \u003cem\u003eRelentless\u003c\/em\u003e card, each representing one of the nine Ringwraith's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Planeswalkers:\u003c\/strong\u003e As a nod to the source material, there are no Planes walker cards in this set, maintaining the integrity of \u003cem\u003eThe Lord of the Rings\u003c\/em\u003e universe where no characters have the Planes walker spark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Booster and Promo Cards:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes a wide variety of special cards, such as Jumpstart rares (#282-286), Starter Kit exclusives (#287-298), Pro Tour promos (#299-301), and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIconic Characters and Art Variants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Explore Middle-earth through new representations of beloved characters. \u003cem\u003eTales of Middle-earth\u003c\/em\u003e includes multiple versions of iconic characters like Aragorn, Gandalf, Sam, Frodo, and Gollum, with each character receiving between one and three legendary versions depending on their importance in the saga. Notably, each of the nine Nazgul receives a unique piece of artwork to reflect their menacing presence in the story. The artwork for each character has been carefully reinterpreted to introduce diversity and originality while staying true to the source material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLand Cycle and Alternate Treatments:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eThe Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth\u003c\/em\u003e features a stunning cycle of full-art basic lands (#272-281), each beautifully illustrated to depict key locations from Tolkien’s world, including the Shire, Rivendell, and Mordor. Additionally, collectors will enjoy a variety of alternate card frames, extended art variants, and borderless lands, offering rich and immersive visual representations of Middle-earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Tales of Middle-earth?\u003c\/strong\u003e This crossover product is a dream come true for \u003cem\u003eMagic\u003c\/em\u003e fans and \u003cem\u003eThe Lord of the Rings\u003c\/em\u003e enthusiasts alike. The set introduces iconic characters, powerful spells, and high-stakes battles, all within the rich, immersive world of Middle-earth. Whether you’re drafting with friends, building a deck for Modern or Historic, or collecting some of the most iconic cards in \u003cem\u003eMagic\u003c\/em\u003e history, \u003cem\u003eThe Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth\u003c\/em\u003e delivers a one-of-a-kind experience. Its combination of lore, gameplay, and stunning artwork makes it a must-have for fans of both franchises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSet Composition \u0026amp; Special Cards:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegular Cards:\u003c\/strong\u003e 281 cards featuring rare and mythic rares, as well as a cycle of full-art basic lands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium \u0026amp; Alternate Versions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Showcase Ring cards, Nazgul variants, extended art, borderless lands, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Cards:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jumpstart rares, Starter Kit exclusives, Pro Tour promos, Commander cards, and the Buy-a-Box promo card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnique Art:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 exclusive Nazgul artworks, full card reimagining of legendary characters from \u003cem\u003eThe Lord of the Rings\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/9640\/0416\/collections\/ltr.jpg?v=1726624373","url":"https:\/\/109755.myshopify.com\/collections\/the-lord-of-the-rings-tales-of-middle-earth.oembed","provider":"SD Cards N Boards","version":"1.0","type":"link"}