{"product_id":"gandalf-friend-of-the-shire-universes-beyond-the-lord-of-the-rings-tales-of-middle-earth-near-mint","title":"Gandalf, Friend of the Shire (Universes Beyond: The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth) Near Mint","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGandalf: The Shire's Sorcerous Ally\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMeet \u003cb\u003eGandalf, Friend of the Shire\u003c\/b\u003e, a legendary creature that brings a touch of magic and mischief to your battlefield. With a mana cost of {3}{U}, Gandalf is no ordinary Wizard; his ability to cast sorcery spells as though they had flash opens up a world of tactical possibilities. Imagine catching your opponents off-guard, weaving spells in response to their strategies, while keeping them guessing about your next move. His clever manipulation of mana makes him a perfect companion in any blue deck, especially when paired with cards like \u003ci\u003eCounterspell\u003c\/i\u003e or \u003ci\u003eSnap\u003c\/i\u003e. \n\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut that’s not all—Gandalf has a unique synergy with the Ring mechanics. Whenever the Ring tempts you, if you chose a creature other than Gandalf, Friend of the Shire as your Ring-bearer, you draw a card. This ability not only enhances your card advantage but rewards your strategic choices, making each game a fresh adventure. In a set that celebrates lore and legacy, Gandalf stands out as a key player, proving that even Hobbits can surprise you when you least expect it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCard Details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMana Cost:\u003c\/b\u003e {3}{U}\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCard Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Creature\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSubtypes:\u003c\/b\u003e Legendary, Avatar, Wizard\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCard Text \/ Rules Text (Printed):\u003c\/b\u003e Flash\u003cbr\u003e Whenever the Ring tempts you, if you chose a creature other than Gandalf, Friend of the Shire as your Ring-bearer, draw a card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePower \/ Toughness:\u003c\/b\u003e 2\/4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Journey’s End Games","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":42546075467932,"sku":"CGS-P9LH-ZX5HQQT","price":0.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/7328\/3467\/files\/36650c2c8a9d9a96b83076bc625909b0.jpg?v=1687866183","url":"https:\/\/journeysendgames.com\/products\/gandalf-friend-of-the-shire-universes-beyond-the-lord-of-the-rings-tales-of-middle-earth-near-mint","provider":"Journey’s End Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}