Magic: The Gathering

Bastion Protector

Tales of Middle-earth Commander 162 • rare

Set: Tales of Middle-earth Commander
Collector number: 162
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: 2 generic mana white mana
Type: Creature
Colors: White
Artist: Sean Vo
Market price: $0.54

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What it's worth

$0.54market price via TCGplayer · Oct 7, 2026$0.43 – $0.67 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As a rare addition to the Tales of Middle-earth Commander collection, this card serves as a vital defensive piece for your tabletop strategies. It functions by granting indestructible status to your commander, ensuring your primary character remains protected on the battlefield even when faced with powerful threats.

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What it does

Commander creatures you control get +2/+2 and have indestructible.

"Who can now hold the fords when the King of the Nine Riders comes?"— Frodo

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernNot legal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Bastion Protector was released in 2023 as part of the Magic: The Gathering 'Tales of Middle-earth' Commander expansion. This set was designed to integrate J.R.R. Tolkien’s legendarium into the game’s mechanics, featuring art and thematic elements inspired by the characters and landscapes of Middle-earth. The card itself was included in the 'Food and Fellowship' preconstructed deck, focusing on the inhabitants of the Shire and their allies.

The card features artwork by Anna Steinbauer, who was tasked with visualizing a protective figure representing the valiant guardians of the fellowship. The design aims to capture the essence of a steadfast shield-bearer, utilizing the game's creature-type mechanics to bolster a commander on the battlefield. Upon its release, it was well-received by players for its synergy with legendary creatures, becoming a staple utility card within Commander formats that rely on protecting key leaders.

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About

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