The Hobbit
Magic: The Gathering – The Hobbit
Magic: The Gathering® – The Hobbit™ invites players to relive Bilbo Baggins’ unforgettable journey from the peaceful Shire to the Lonely Mountain in an official Universes Beyond™ expansion. Featuring iconic characters, legendary locations and memorable moments from J.R.R. Tolkien’s beloved novel, this set transforms one of fantasy’s greatest adventures into an immersive Magic: The Gathering experience.
Whether you’re a long-time Magic player, a Tolkien enthusiast or a collector of premium Universes Beyond releases, The Hobbit offers breathtaking artwork, exciting gameplay and beautifully crafted cards that faithfully capture the charm, danger and wonder of Middle-earth. The set releases worldwide on 14 August 2026.
At a Glance
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Game | Magic: The Gathering |
| Expansion | The Hobbit™ |
| Series | Universes Beyond™ |
| Publisher | Wizards of the Coast |
| Global Release | 14 August 2026 |
| Setting | Middle-earth |
| Products | Play Boosters, Collector Boosters, Bundles, Gift Bundles, Draft Night & Scene Boxes |
| Perfect For | Collectors, Commander Players & Tolkien Fans |
About Magic: The Gathering – The Hobbit
Magic: The Gathering – The Hobbit brings the timeless story of Bilbo Baggins to the tabletop, allowing players to journey across Middle-earth alongside Gandalf and Thorin Oakenshield’s company of Dwarves. Every card draws inspiration directly from the pages of The Hobbit, recreating unforgettable encounters, legendary treasures and iconic locations through the mechanics of Magic: The Gathering.
Designed for both play and collecting, the set includes a wide range of products, premium card treatments and special collector cards that celebrate Tolkien’s enduring fantasy masterpiece while expanding the acclaimed Universes Beyond collection.
What’s New?
Return to Middle-earth
Travel across the Misty Mountains, Mirkwood, Lake-town and the Lonely Mountain as you relive Bilbo’s legendary adventure through beautifully illustrated Magic cards.
Iconic Characters
The expansion features many of the novel’s most memorable heroes and villains, faithfully recreated for Magic: The Gathering.
Premium Collector Treatments
Collectors can discover:
- Headliner Gleaming Gold Smaug the Magnificent
- Surge Foil cards
- Borderless artwork
- Dwarvish Language cards
- Beautiful full-art Middle-earth basic lands
These premium treatments make The Hobbit one of the most collectible Universes Beyond releases to date.
Products for Every Player
Whether you’re drafting with friends, building a Commander deck or collecting premium cards, The Hobbit offers products for every type of Magic player, including Play Boosters, Collector Boosters, Bundles, Gift Bundles, Draft Night and Scene Boxes.
Featured Characters & Themes
Magic: The Gathering – The Hobbit celebrates the unforgettable characters and adventures that have captivated readers for generations.
Highlights include:
- Bilbo Baggins
- Gandalf
- Thorin Oakenshield
- Smaug
- Gollum
- Elrond
- Bard the Bowman
- Beorn
- The Company of Dwarves
The expansion captures the themes of courage, friendship, discovery and adventure while bringing legendary locations such as The Shire, Rivendell, Mirkwood, Goblin-town and The Lonely Mountain to life through stunning card designs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magic: The Gathering – The Hobbit?
Magic: The Gathering – The Hobbit is an official Universes Beyond™ expansion inspired by J.R.R. Tolkien’s classic novel, bringing Bilbo Baggins’ adventure through Middle-earth into Magic: The Gathering.
When does The Hobbit release?
The global tabletop release is 14 August 2026, with Prerelease events taking place from 7–13 August 2026.
Which characters are featured?
The set includes Bilbo Baggins, Gandalf, Thorin Oakenshield, Smaug, Gollum, Elrond, Bard the Bowman and many more iconic characters from The Hobbit.
What products are available?
The expansion includes Play Boosters, Collector Boosters, Bundles, Gift Bundles, Draft Night, Scene Boxes and Prerelease Packs.
Does Display Box sell official Magic: The Gathering products?
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