Guide to a Treacherous Path
Meet Smeagol, Helpful Guide, a legendary halfling horror with a knack for manipulation that would make even the most seasoned planeswalker consider their next move. This card is not just a creature; it’s a strategist in the shadows, guiding your opponents to their doom. With a mana cost of {1}{B}{B}, Smeagol fits seamlessly into any black-based strategy, allowing you to exploit the Ring's temptation for a tactical advantage. The ability to have your opponents reveal cards from the top of their library can turn the tide in your favor, especially if you’re playing alongside cards that capitalize on revealed information, like Thoughtseize or Mesmeric Orb.
Smeagol’s synergy with cards that interact with the graveyard or lands, such as Animate Dead or Living Death, makes him a valuable asset in any deck. His 4/2 stats allow him to stand strong in combat while ensuring that you're always one step ahead of your opponent. In the realms of Middle-earth, trust is a scarce resource, and Smeagol knows just how to wield it. Ready to lead you into the depths of strategy, he embodies the heart of treachery. Add this light-play foil to your collection and watch as every game becomes an epic tale of cunning and strategy.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost: {1}{B}{B}
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Card Type: Creature
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Subtypes: Legendary, Halfling Horror
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed): At the beginning of your end step, if a creature died under your control this turn, the Ring tempts you. Whenever the Ring tempts you, target opponent reveals cards from the top of their library until they reveal a land card. Put that card onto the battlefield tapped under your control. The rest go into their graveyard.
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Power / Toughness: 4/2
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Loyalty: N/A
