Thorin, Mountain-king
Thorin, Mountain-king is a Mythic Legendary Creature — Dwarf Noble from The Hobbit (279) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {3}{R}. Color identity: R. Use set code, collector number, and finish to confirm the intended printing before comparing prices.
Who is this card for?
Thorin, Mountain-king suits collectors and players working on The Hobbit who need the Mythic slot. Treat recent comps as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Thorin, Mountain-king from The Hobbit?
Thorin, Mountain-king is a Legendary Creature — Dwarf Noble in The Hobbit numbered 279. Mana cost {3}{R}. Color identity: R. Thorin, Mountain-king (279) is a chase-tier Mythic Legendary Creature — Dwarf Noble in The Hobbit. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
What is Thorin, Mountain-king worth today?
Thorin, Mountain-king lacks a strong public price in this snapshot; use recent sold listings for the same set, collector number, and finish. This printing is from The Hobbit. Collector number 279 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Mythic.
| Set | The Hobbit |
|---|---|
| Number | 279 |
| Rarity | Mythic |
| TCGPlayer USD | — |
| Cardmarket EUR | — |
Card stats
| Colors | R |
|---|---|
| Power | 3 |
How collectible is Thorin, Mountain-king?
Thorin, Mountain-king is a Mythic printing in The Hobbit. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from The Hobbit. Collector number 279 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Thorin, Mountain-king?
Thorin, Mountain-king lists as Legendary Creature — Dwarf Noble with keywords Trample. Artist: James Bousema. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from The Hobbit. Collector number 279 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
Cactaur's take
Thorin, Mountain-king (279) is a chase-tier Mythic Legendary Creature — Dwarf Noble in The Hobbit. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Thorin, Mountain-king is catalogued as Mythic Legendary Creature — Dwarf Noble in The Hobbit, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Set metadata and rarity help cross-check listings against the correct Scryfall printing before you buy.
- Mana cost {3}{R} and type line Legendary Creature — Dwarf Noble help deck builders confirm the correct printing quickly.
Cons
- Market pricing may be thin or stale for this printing; confirm with recent sold comps for the same number and finish.
Verdict: Prioritize verifying the exact collector number and finish before transacting; pricing may need live comps at sale time.
FAQ
What is Thorin, Mountain-king from The Hobbit?
Thorin, Mountain-king is a Mythic Legendary Creature — Dwarf Noble from The Hobbit numbered 279 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Thorin, Mountain-king worth?
Thorin, Mountain-king lacks a firm public price in this snapshot. Check recent sold listings for the same set, collector number, and finish before buying or selling.
What rarity is Thorin, Mountain-king?
Thorin, Mountain-king is catalogued as Mythic in The Hobbit. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
How do I verify the correct Thorin, Mountain-king printing?
Match set code hob, collector number 279, and finish treatment. Scryfall-backed metadata on this page is the reference Cactaur uses for catalog keys. This printing is from The Hobbit.
Why does Thorin, Mountain-king trade at a premium?
Thorin, Mountain-king combines Mythic scarcity with art, finish, and format demand. Chase slots often move on reprint rumors, tournament results, and condition-sensitive buyer interest. This printing is from The Hobbit.
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