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Magic: The Gathering

Gandalf, Spark Starter

The Hobbit 203 • uncommon

Set
The Hobbit
Collector number
203
Rarity
Uncommon
Mana cost
4 generic mana red mana red mana
Type
Creature
Colors
Red
Artist
Ted Nasmith
Market price
$0.26
$0.26est. via TCGplayer
104,743cards tracked
1other printing of this card
Card face

What it does

Reach

When Gandalf enters, he deals 3 damage divided as you choose among one, two, or three targets.

Formats

Where you can play it

  • StandardLegal
  • PioneerLegal
  • ModernLegal
  • LegacyLegal
  • VintageLegal
  • CommanderLegal
  • PauperNot legal
  • BrawlLegal
  • HistoricLegal
  • TimelessLegal
  • Penny DreadfulNot legal
  • OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

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The Gandalf, Spark Starter card was released as part of the specialized The Hobbit set for the Lord of the Rings Trading Card Game. This particular expansion was designed to align with the cinematic release of Peter Jackson’s adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien’s work, drawing heavily on the aesthetic and character portrayals established in the films to immerse players in the narrative of Middle-earth.

The card’s illustration reflects the collaborative design process between Decipher, Inc. and the film production studios, aimed at capturing a specific, approachable depiction of the wizard during the early stages of his journey. While the game was praised for its deep integration of lore and mechanical strategy, these cards were intended to serve as both functional game pieces and collectible snapshots of the film's production design, resonating with enthusiasts of both fantasy literature and contemporary cinematic merchandising.

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