Head of the Hunt
The Hobbit 260 • rare
- Set
- The Hobbit
- Collector number
- 260
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 2 generic mana black mana black mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Black
- Artist
- Benjamin Ee
- Finish
- Surge
What it does
Flash
If a creature an opponent controls would die, exile it instead. When you do, create a 2/2 green Wolf creature token.
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
Head of the Hunt was released in 2012 as part of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey set for the Middle-earth Collectible Card Game, an expandable card game based on the works of J.R.R. Tolkien. Produced by Cryptozoic Entertainment, the set was designed to coincide with the release of Peter Jackson’s film adaptation. It reflects the tactical focus of the game, translating key narrative moments into gameplay mechanics that emphasize the resourcefulness of the Company of Thorin.
The card features artwork commissioned to capture the distinct aesthetic of the film trilogy’s production design. The illustration aims to evoke the tension and strategic planning inherent in the party's journey through Middle-earth. While the game itself served a dedicated niche of Tolkien enthusiasts, the card is recognized for its thematic alignment with the source material, balancing the game's mechanics with the visual style established by Weta Workshop.
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