Magic: The Gathering

Riddles in the Dark

The Hobbit 292 • rare

Set: The Hobbit
Collector number: 292
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: 2 generic mana blue mana
Type: Instant
Colors: Blue
Artist: Lorenzo Mastroianni
Market price: $1.12

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What it's worth

$1.12market price via TCGplayer · Aug 19, 2026$0.99 – $37.99 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As a rare instant card from The Hobbit, this piece offers a unique utility that can disrupt an opponent's momentum at the perfect moment during play. Its status as a rare card makes it a sought-after addition for collectors looking to complete their sets and capture the thematic essence of the source material.

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Card face

What it does

Look at the top four cards of your library and separate them into a face-down pile and a face-up pile. An opponent chooses one of the piles. Put that pile into your hand and the other into your graveyard.

"What have I got in my pocket?"— Bilbo

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

Where it came from

Riddles in the Dark was released as part of the Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth expansion for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game in 2023. As an instant card, it was designed to mechanically represent the pivotal scene from J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit where Bilbo Baggins and Gollum engage in a high-stakes war of wits deep within the Misty Mountains. The card functions as a strategic tool, allowing players to scry and draw cards, reflecting the intellectual navigation Bilbo must employ to survive the encounter.

The artwork was commissioned from Italian illustrator Lorenzo Mastroianni, who is noted for his contribution to a wide array of fantasy and science fiction properties. Mastroianni focused on the tension of the scene, utilizing dramatic lighting to emphasize the claustrophobic and subterranean atmosphere of Gollum’s cave. Upon its debut, the card was well-received by players for both its evocative depiction of the source material and its efficient utility within the game's competitive landscape.

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About Riddles in the Dark

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