The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth Commander Deck - Elven Council

Journey into the enchanting forests of Middle-earth and command the wisdom and power of the Elves with the Magic: The Gathering The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth Commander Deck – Elven Council! This exciting Universes Beyond release combines the legendary characters, unforgettable adventures, and magical world of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings with the strategic multiplayer gameplay of Magic: The Gathering.

Originally released on June 23, 2023, Elven Council features Galadriel, Elven-Queen as its primary commander, alongside Gandalf, Westward Voyager as an alternative commander option. Combining green and blue mana, this deck focuses on powerful Elf synergies, political interactions, card advantage, and the unique Council's Dilemma and Will of the Council mechanics.

Featuring a complete 100-card ready-to-play Commander deck, including two traditional foil legendary commanders, a collectible foil-etched display commander, 20 new-to-Magic cards, and a special two-card Collector Booster Sample Pack, Elven Council offers an incredible experience for Magic players, Commander enthusiasts, and The Lord of the Rings collectors alike.

Gather the Elven leaders of Middle-earth, consult with your fellow players, and shape the fate of the battlefield!

Product Highlights:

• Brand: Wizards of the Coast

• Game: Magic: The Gathering

• Product: The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth Commander Deck – Elven Council

• UPC: 195166205052 (four-deck assortment UPC)

• Set Code: LTC

• Release Date: June 23, 2023

• Total Deck Cards: 100

• Traditional Foil Legendary Commanders: 2

• Non-Foil Cards: 98

• New-to-Magic Cards: 20

• Foil-Etched Display Commander: 1

• Collector Booster Sample Pack: 1 (2 Cards)

• Double-Sided Token Cards: 10

• Deck Colors: Green and Blue (Simic)

• Primary Strategy: Elves / Voting Mechanics / Card Advantage

• Language: English

• Series: Universes Beyond – The Lord of the Rings

• Expansion: Tales of Middle-earth

• Format: Commander / EDH

• Product Type: Preconstructed Commander Deck

Featured Commanders:

Galadriel, Elven-Queen

The primary commander of Elven Council, Galadriel brings the wisdom and political influence of the Elves into Magic: The Gathering.

• Legendary Elf Noble featuring the Will of the Council mechanic

• Rewards players for controlling multiple Elves

• Allows players to vote between powerful effects

• Generates card advantage or helps accelerate land development

• Encourages strategic multiplayer decisions and political interactions

• Features beautiful traditional foil artwork

Gandalf, Westward Voyager

The alternative legendary commander provides another exciting way to lead the deck.

• Legendary Avatar Wizard inspired by Gandalf's legendary adventures

• Supports casting powerful spells and generating additional value

• Features the Council's Dilemma mechanic

• Rewards strategic decisions and multiplayer interactions

• Provides an alternative approach to commanding your Elven Council

Notable Cards Included:

• Galadriel, Elven-Queen – Primary commander specializing in Elf synergies and voting mechanics

• Gandalf, Westward Voyager – Alternative commander supporting powerful spells and multiplayer decisions

• Arwen, Weaver of Hope – Legendary Elf Noble supporting +1/+1 counter strategies

• Elrond of the White Council – Legendary Elf Noble featuring powerful Council's Dilemma interactions

• Círdan the Shipwright – Legendary Elf Noble featuring unique voting abilities

• Erestor of the Council – Legendary Elf Noble supporting card advantage and political gameplay

• Radagast, Wizard of Wilds – Legendary Wizard capable of generating creature tokens

• Legolas Greenleaf – Legendary Elf Archer featuring powerful counter and combat synergies

• Celeborn the Wise – Legendary Elf Noble supporting card selection and scrying

• Haldir, Lórien Lieutenant – Elf Soldier capable of strengthening your Elf army

• Raise the Palisade – Powerful creature-type-based board-control spell

• Trap the Trespassers – Instant featuring the Council's Dilemma mechanic

• Galadhrim Ambush – Elf-themed instant capable of generating creature tokens

• Sail into the West – Powerful voting-based spell supporting card advantage and battlefield interactions

• Plea for Power – Popular political spell featuring Will of the Council

• Elvish Archdruid – Powerful Elf support creature providing additional mana

• Elvish Warmaster – Creature capable of generating additional Elf tokens

• Elvish Piper – Classic Elf creature capable of putting powerful creatures directly onto the battlefield

• Heroic Intervention – Popular green instant protecting your permanents

• Swan Song – Efficient blue counterspell

• Genesis Wave – Powerful green sorcery capable of putting numerous permanents onto the battlefield

• Asceticism – Enchantment providing protection and regeneration for creatures

• Rejuvenating Springs – Popular dual land supporting multiplayer Commander decks

• Lightning Greaves – Equipment providing haste and protection

• Sol Ring – Essential Commander staple providing powerful mana acceleration

• Arcane Signet – Versatile artifact supporting multicolored Commander strategies

Commander Deck Contents:

• 1x Elven Council Commander Deck – Complete 100-card ready-to-play deck

• 1x Galadriel, Elven-Queen – Traditional foil primary commander

• 1x Gandalf, Westward Voyager – Traditional foil alternative commander

• 98x Non-Foil Magic Cards – Featuring Elves, legendary creatures, spells, artifacts, enchantments, and lands

• 1x Galadriel, Elven-Queen Foil-Etched Display Commander – Special thick-cardstock collectible display card

• 10x Double-Sided Token Cards – Featuring Treefolk, Beast, Elf Warrior, Insect, Bird, and Treasure tokens

• 1x Collector Booster Sample Pack – Contains two additional collectible Magic cards

• 1x Deck Box – Designed to hold 100 sleeved Magic cards

• 1x Life Wheel – Convenient accessory for tracking life totals

• 1x Helper Card – Additional gameplay reference

• 1x Strategy Insert – Information about the deck's gameplay strategies

• 1x Reference Card – Additional Commander gameplay information

The two traditional foil legendary commanders are included within the 100-card deck, not in addition to it. The foil-etched display commander is a separate collectible accessory.

Featured Deck Strategies:

• Elven Creature Synergies – Strengthen your army through powerful Elf creatures and supporting abilities

• Will of the Council – Allow players to vote on different effects, with the winning option determining the outcome

• Council's Dilemma – Generate effects based on the number of votes cast for each option

• Political Gameplay – Influence opponents and negotiate decisions during multiplayer games

• Card Advantage – Draw additional cards and generate value through powerful legendary creatures and spells

• Mana Acceleration – Utilize Elves and green spells to generate additional mana

• Creature Token Generation – Create Elf Warrior and other creature tokens to strengthen your battlefield

• +1/+1 Counter Synergies – Grow your creatures through supporting legendary Elves

• Creature Protection – Utilize powerful spells and enchantments to protect your important permanents

• Simic Gameplay – Combine green creature-based strategies with blue card advantage and control

• Multiplayer Commander – Take advantage of voting mechanics designed specifically for games involving multiple opponents

Special Voting Mechanics:

One of the most exciting features of Elven Council is its focus on Will of the Council and Council's Dilemma, two mechanics that introduce unique political interactions into Commander gameplay.

Will of the Council

• Each player votes for one of two possible outcomes

• The option receiving the most votes determines the effect

• If the vote is tied, the specified tie-breaking outcome applies

• Creates exciting opportunities for negotiation and strategic decisions

Council's Dilemma

• Each player votes between two different options

• Effects occur based on the number of votes received

• Both options may generate value during the same resolution

• Rewards players for making strategic multiplayer decisions

These mechanics make Elven Council especially appealing to players who enjoy interactive, political Commander games.

Foil-Etched Display Commander:

Elven Council includes a collectible Galadriel, Elven-Queen foil-etched display commander.

• Features premium foil-etched artwork

• Printed on thicker cardstock than standard Magic cards

• Designed for display and casual Commander use

• Separate from the traditional foil Galadriel card included in the deck

• Excellent for collecting and displaying

The thick-cardstock display commander is not legal for sanctioned tournament gameplay.

Collector Booster Sample Pack:

The Elven Council Commander Deck includes a special two-card The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth Collector Booster Sample Pack.

• 1x Rare or Mythic Rare Card – Featuring a special collectible treatment in traditional foil or non-foil

• 1x Traditional Foil Common or Uncommon Card – Featuring an additional special card treatment

The Collector Booster Sample Pack is separate from the 100-card Commander deck and provides an additional collectible bonus.

Product Features:

• Official Wizards of the Coast Magic: The Gathering product

• Complete 100-card preconstructed Commander deck

• Features Galadriel, Elven-Queen as the primary commander

• Includes Gandalf, Westward Voyager as an alternative commander

• Contains two traditional foil legendary commanders

• Includes 20 new-to-Magic cards

• Features powerful Elven creature and legendary character synergies

• Focuses on Will of the Council and Council's Dilemma voting mechanics

• Includes iconic characters from The Lord of the Rings

• Features exciting green and blue Commander gameplay

• Includes popular cards such as Heroic Intervention, Swan Song, and Elvish Archdruid

• Contains a special foil-etched display commander

• Includes a two-card Collector Booster Sample Pack

• Features 10 double-sided token cards

• Includes a deck box, Life Wheel, strategy insert, and reference card

• Designed for multiplayer Commander gameplay

• Ready to play directly out of the box

• Excellent for Magic: The Gathering Commander players

• Great for The Lord of the Rings enthusiasts and sealed product collectors

• Perfect for collecting, gifting, and display

Please Note: This listing is for one (1) Magic: The Gathering The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth Commander Deck – Elven Council, containing a complete 100-card preconstructed Commander deck.

The deck features two traditional foil legendary commanders and 98 non-foil cards. Both commanders are included within the 100-card deck.

The Galadriel, Elven-Queen foil-etched display commander is included separately from the playable deck and is printed on thicker cardstock.

This listing includes the individual Elven Council Commander Deck, not the separate Riders of Rohan, Food and Fellowship, or The Hosts of Mordor Commander Decks.

The included Collector Booster Sample Pack contains two randomly assorted collectible cards. Specific cards, rarities, and special treatments are not guaranteed.

This product does not contain serialized Sol Ring cards or the serialized 1-of-1 The One Ring.

The Commander deck contains predetermined cards rather than randomly assorted booster packs.

Gather the wisdom of the Elves, forge powerful alliances, and shape the fate of Middle-earth with the Magic: The Gathering The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth Commander Deck – Elven Council! An outstanding addition for Magic collectors, Commander enthusiasts, and Tolkien fans looking to experience legendary characters, powerful Elven strategies, and exciting multiplayer battles in one unforgettable Universes Beyond adventure.