Master of Many Hues
Step into the realm of Middle-earth with Saruman of Many Colors, a legendary creature that embodies the essence of cunning strategy. With an impressive casting cost of {3}{U}{U}{B}, Saruman not only commands attention but also reshapes the battlefield with unparalleled versatility. His ability to manipulate spells means you can harness discarded enchantments or instants, turning your opponent's resources to your advantage. This makes him an exceptional addition to control decks that thrive on resource management and tempo swings.
In the grand tapestry of gameplay, Saruman seamlessly synergizes with cards such as Counterspell and Archaeomancer. As you navigate the game, keep an eye on your opponent's graveyard; leveraging their discarded spells can create powerful plays that catch them off guard. With a robust strength of 5/4 and the ward ability to protect him from pesky removal spells, Saruman is not just a master of magic—he’s a formidable presence that demands respect and strategic foresight.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost: {3}{U}{U}{B}
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Card Type: Creature
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Subtypes: Legendary, Avatar, Wizard
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed): Ward—Discard an enchantment, instant, or sorcery card. Whenever you cast your second spell each turn, each opponent mills one card. If one or more cards are milled this way, exile target enchantment, instant, or sorcery card with equal or lesser mana value than that spell from an opponent's graveyard. Copy that exile card. You may cast the copy without paying its mana cost.
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Power / Toughness: 5/4