Magic

The Gathering Universes Beyond — The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth

A game by Ethan Fleischer, Lukas Litzsinger, Lauren Bond, Grace Fong, Mark L. Gottlieb, Ben Hayes, David Humpherys, Max McCall, Chris Mooney, Kenneth Nagle, Ari Nieh, Adam Prosak, Michelle Roberson, James Rose, Mark Rosewater, Annie Sardelis, Patrick Sullivan, James Wyatt

2 - 8 Players 0 minutes High

Drafting, Deck Construction, Hand Management, Income, Interrupts, Take That, Voting

Card Game, Collectible Components, Fantasy, Fighting, Novel-based

Source - BoardGameGeek

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Description

Get ready to embark on an epic adventure as Magic: The Gathering Universes Beyond — The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth brings together two beloved worlds in a unique crossover expansion. For the first time ever, the events of the Lord of the Rings novels are depicted on Magic cards, creating a full-size draftable booster set that's sure to thrill both Magic and Lord of the Rings fans. With a team of renowned game designers behind it, this expansion promises to deliver a rich and immersive experience, although it may take some time to learn the rules due to their complexity. In this exciting expansion, you'll encounter familiar mechanics like drafting and deck construction, as well as new ones, such as "The Ring tempts you," which adds a fresh layer of strategy to the game. As you play, you'll have the opportunity to choose a creature to be your ringbearer, granting it legendary status and special abilities that grow more potent with each temptation. With support for 2 to 8 players, this expansion is perfect for gaming groups of all sizes, and its 2023 release brings a breath of fresh air to the Magic: The Gathering universe. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the world of Magic, this expansion is sure to deliver hours of entertainment and excitement.