{"product_id":"deceive-the-messenger-universes-beyond-the-lord-of-the-rings-tales-of-middle-earth-near-mint","title":"Deceive the Messenger (Universes Beyond: The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth) Near Mint","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhispers in the Shadows\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStep into the world of Middle-earth with \u003cb\u003eDeceive the Messenger\u003c\/b\u003e, a cunning instant that captures the essence of subterfuge and strategy. As a blue spell, it grants you the tactical edge to reduce an opponent's creature's power by -3 until the end of turn, setting the stage for your next grand play. The ability to amass Orcs adds a unique twist to your game plan, allowing you to build a formidable Army while keeping your enemies on their toes. Picture yourself summoning a wave of Orcs, each one ready to exact revenge for the fallen, all while your opponent grapples with the sudden shift in power dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis card finds its place not just in any deck, but thrives in synergy with other cards like \u003cb\u003eShadows of the Past\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb\u003eArmy of the Damned\u003c\/b\u003e, allowing you to create a battlefield that echoes with the cries of Orcs. With \u003cb\u003eDeceive the Messenger\u003c\/b\u003e, you become the master of deception, wielding both tactical prowess and the lore of the ages to outsmart your opponents. It’s time to let Gandalf's words ring true: “He must seek my aid at once.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCard Details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMana Cost:\u003c\/b\u003e {1}{U}\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCard Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Instant\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSubtypes:\u003c\/b\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCard Text \/ Rules Text (Printed):\u003c\/b\u003e Target creature gets -3\/-0 until end of turn. Amass Orcs 1. (Put a +1\/+1 counter on an Army you control. If you don’t control an Army, create a 0\/0 black Orc Army creature token first.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePower \/ Toughness:\u003c\/b\u003e N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLoyalty:\u003c\/b\u003e N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Journey’s End Games","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":42546068816028,"sku":"CGS-P9J3-ZX33AVW","price":0.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/7328\/3467\/files\/9e25d26c1b8879860da970ac06d45d9c.jpg?v=1687865891","url":"https:\/\/journeysendgames.com\/products\/deceive-the-messenger-universes-beyond-the-lord-of-the-rings-tales-of-middle-earth-near-mint","provider":"Journey’s End Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}