Rare Magic: The Gathering Card Sparks Million-Dollar Bidding War in LOTR Expansion Set
One ring to rule them all.
Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts have a unique opportunity to obtain a highly coveted card called The One Ring in the upcoming Lord of the Rings expansion set. Collectors have placed impressive bounties on this card, with offers reaching up to US$2 million. Spanish gaming store Gremio de Dregones has even expressed willingness to pay two million euros (approximately US$2.1 million) for the card, along with an all-expenses-paid trip to Valencia for the lucky individual who discovers it.
This unprecedented bounty surpasses the previous offer of US$1 million from trading card buying and collecting company Dave and Adam's Card World. Earlier, collector and investor Cassius Marsh Sr. had also issued an offer of US$500,000. If someone manages to claim this card, they will not only receive a staggering US$2 million but also enjoy a well-deserved vacation.
The potential sale of The One Ring will make it the most expensive and sought-after Magic: The Gathering card of all time, surpassing the current record held by a Beta set Black Lotus card that sold for US$540,000 in March.
The promotion for The 1 of 1 Ring is an exceptionally rare opportunity available exclusively in The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth set. Only one copy of this premium foil card, featuring raised gold foil treatment, will be inserted into an English language Collector Booster. This unique card will bear 1 of 1 numbering and Elvish script, making it a truly special item for collectors.
The highly sought-after One Ring has the potential to fall into the hands of any player, presenting a remarkable opportunity for collectors.
The release of the Lord of the Rings expansion set, the largest collaboration to date for the leading trading card game Magic: The Gathering, is scheduled for June 23.
Within this set, many beloved Lord of the Rings characters, locations, and story moments have been expertly reimagined for the Magic universe, incorporating captivating gameplay mechanics.
This new set serves as an excellent entry point for new players to explore Magic: The Gathering. Familiar characters from Middle-earth will assist them on their journey. The set also includes a themed Starter Kit designed to help new players relive their favorite moments from the popular franchise while learning the intricacies of the world's greatest trading card game. The Starter Kit features two decks that are legal in Modern format, basic learning materials, and tokens.
As an added opportunity for newcomers, exciting Celebration Events with prizes will be hosted on July 1 and 2, providing a casual environment for learning and playing. Further details will be shared closer to the event.
Fans of both The Lord of the Rings and Magic: The Gathering will be captivated by The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth's imaginative portrayal of familiar characters, accompanied by immersive gameplay. As part of this extensive collaboration, new Legendary Creature cards featuring renowned figures such as Gandalf, Aragorn, Legolas, Saruman, Éowyn, and Frodo will make their debut as powerful cards, potentially serving as Commanders in multiplayer formats.
The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth set offers a range of collectible card treatments, including Borderless Scene Cards showcasing iconic scenes in various sizes, Full-Art Middle-earth Map Lands, and Showcase Ring Treatment Cards. These collectibles can be found in Set Boosters, Draft Boosters, Collector Boosters, Prerelease Packs, Bundles, Gift Bundles, Commander Decks, Jumpstart Boosters, and Starter Kits. Furthermore, a Holiday release on November 3rd will introduce Collector Boosters Special Edition, Jumpstart Vol. 2, and Scene Boxes.
For more information on The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth, visit the official website.
