The Balrog, Durin's Bane
The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth 405 • rare
- Set
- The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth
- Collector number
- 405
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 5 generic mana black mana red mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Black · Red
- Artist
- Colin Boyer
- Market price
- $1.04
What it does
This spell costs 1 generic mana less to cast for each permanent sacrificed this turn.
Haste
The Balrog can't be blocked except by legendary creatures.
When The Balrog dies, destroy target artifact or creature an opponent controls.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
The Balrog, Durin's Bane (Collector Number 405) was released in 2023 as part of the Magic: The Gathering 'Tales of Middle-earth' expansion. This set marked a significant milestone for Wizards of the Coast, representing the first full-scale integration of J.R.R. Tolkien’s legendarium into the game’s mechanics. The card was designed to capture the overwhelming threat of the ancient creature that haunted the mines of Moria, featuring a high-impact, aggressive gameplay profile that emphasizes its presence on the battlefield.
The illustration was crafted by artist Antonio José Manzanedo, who focused on the visceral, elemental nature of the creature. Utilizing a palette of deep charcoals and piercing, fiery oranges, the design leans heavily into the iconic description of shadow and flame. Upon release, the card was widely praised by players for its thematic resonance and utility in various formats, becoming a standout piece for both avid collectors of Tolkien memorabilia and competitive Magic players alike.
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