An Unexpected Party // At the Door
The Hobbit 289 • rare
- Set
- The Hobbit
- Collector number
- 289
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 2 generic mana white mana white mana // X mana 2 generic mana white mana
- Type
- Sorcery
- Colors
- White
- Artist
- Matt Stewart
- Market price
- $0.62
What it does
As this enchantment enters, choose a creature type.
Creatures you control of the chosen type get +2/+2.
Where you can play it
- StandardLegal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
An Unexpected Party // At the Door is a double-sided card from the 2003 The Hobbit trading card set produced by Decipher, Inc. This set was designed to capture the narrative spirit of J.R.R. Tolkien’s novel, utilizing a distinct visual style that leaned into traditional fantasy illustration. The card serves as a narrative piece, reflecting the pivotal moment where Bilbo Baggins first encounters the dwarves at Bag End.
The design process for Decipher's card sets was meticulous, often drawing upon specific artistic commissions to maintain a cohesive look across the game. Collectors generally view these cards as a midpoint between the game's functional mechanics and the aesthetic appreciation of Middle-earth lore. While the game itself has since transitioned into a legacy title, the series remains well-regarded by fans of high-fantasy gaming for its commitment to the source material.
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