
From the Deeps of Moria! Authenticated "The Watcher in the Water" - 2023 Magic: The Gathering "Tales of Middle-earth" !
Beware the grasping tentacles! Own an authenticated piece of Middle-earth's dread with this Magic: The Gathering card featuring "The Watcher in the Water" from the hugely popular 2023 crossover set, "The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth." This card comes professionally authenticated by CGC, guaranteeing its genuineness and preserving its condition for your collection.
Released in mid-2023, "The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth" brought Tolkien's iconic world to the Magic: The Gathering multiverse, captivating fans of both franchises. "The Watcher in the Water," the terrifying guardian of the Hollin Gate before the Mines of Moria, is brought to life as a formidable creature in this set.
The primary playable version of The Watcher in the Water (Card #0070) is a Rare Blue Legendary Creature — Kraken (5/6) with Ward {3}. Its powerful ability triggers when it enters the battlefield or attacks, causing a target player to mill three cards. For each creature card milled this way, The Watcher in the Water gets a +1/+1 counter, and you create a 1/1 blue Tentacle creature token, truly embodying its terrifying, multi-limbed assault!
Important Note on Card Version: "The Watcher in the Water" from the "Tales of Middle-earth" set exists in several collectible versions, including:
- Regular version (Collector #0070, Art by Jason A. Engle)
- Extended Art version (Collector #0310)
- Borderless version (Collector #0371, with different art by Erikas Perl)
- Foil and Non-Foil treatments of the above.
Please carefully check the product image to confirm which specific version of "The Watcher in the Water" (regular, extended art, borderless, foil/non-foil) has been authenticated by CGC for this listing.
The CGC AUTH designation ensures that the specific card you receive has been meticulously inspected and verified as an authentic Wizards of the Coast product.
This CGC Authenticated "The Watcher in the Water" card is a prized acquisition for:
- Magic: The Gathering Players & Collectors: Add an authenticated iconic creature from a landmark set to your collection or deck.
- Lord of the Rings Fans: A fantastic collectible representing one of Middle-earth's most memorable monsters.
- "Tales of Middle-earth" Set Collectors: A key card, especially if it's a specific variant you're hunting.
- Anyone Seeking Authenticated, High-Quality Collectibles from this Crossover.
The dark waters stir! Don't miss your chance to claim this authenticated "The Watcher in the Water" card from the depths of Middle-earth. Add it to your hoard today!