A Case For Allowing Decks With More Than 99 Cards In EDH Battle of Wits | Illustrated by Mark Brill Now Hold On a Second Hello
Like most Magic: The Gathering cards, the value of Sauron, Lord of the Rings depends on a few consistent factors: its rarity, the printing and finish (regular or foil), its physical condition, and the set it was printed in (Tales of Middle-earth Commander)
Commander damage is an important alternate player removal strategy, and losing that option is significant
However, all of the different card types, effects, and strategies can look pretty intimidating when players are just starting to learn about the game
While it can be effective in certain situations, there are arguably better options like Rule of Law or Eidolon of Rhetoric that have similar effects with additional benefits, making them more versatile choices in competitive play
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