Humble Defector
Tales of Middle-earth Commander 222 • uncommon
- Set
- Tales of Middle-earth Commander
- Collector number
- 222
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana red mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Red
- Artist
- Bruno Biazotto
- Market price
- $0.34
What it does
tap: Draw two cards. Target opponent gains control of this creature. Activate only during your turn.
The few survivors were rounded up in the woods, and those who surrendered were shown to the borders.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Humble Defector was originally introduced in the Fate Reforged set for Magic: The Gathering as a clever piece of political design. The card mechanics encourage players to trade control of a creature, rewarding the owner with card draw while simultaneously giving an opponent a potential tactical advantage. Its inclusion in the Tales of Middle-earth Commander set represents the card's enduring popularity as a staple in multiplayer formats where negotiation and social interaction are central to the game experience.
The art for this iteration captures the whimsical, slightly disheveled essence of the character, a common visual trope for utility creatures within the game's expansive fantasy setting. Designed to facilitate dynamic table talk, the card relies on the 'you may activate this ability only during your turn' restriction to balance its powerful draw engine. It has become a recognized choice for players who enjoy chaotic, interactive gameplay, maintaining its utility through numerous reprints and thematic set integrations.
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