Saruman, The White Hand – A Master of Betrayal and Power
Once a noble Istari sent to oppose Sauron, Saruman turned his back on his mission, betraying his allies and waging war against Middle-earth. Now, in Magic: The Gathering, he leads an Army of orcs and goblins, rewarding those who embrace the power of noncreature spells.
Why Play Saruman, The White Hand?
✅ Free Payoff Ability – No extra mana needed, just keep casting noncreature spells.
✅ Army Buffs & Protection – Ward keeps your forces safer from removal.
✅ Powerful Amass Synergy – Keep growing your Army every time you cast.
Weaknesses to Consider
⚠️ Needs to be on the battlefield before you gain value.
⚠️ Army tokens can be vulnerable to bounce spells and enchantment-based removals.
Deck Archetype: Amass & Spellslinger Hybrid
Saruman thrives in a noncreature-heavy deck, especially one that capitalizes on Amass. Grixis colors (blue, black, red) offer plenty of synergy, with standout spells like:
🔥 Mordor Muster – A simple spell that nets a 3/3 and a card.
🔥 Lazotep Plating – Protection plus an Army boost.
🔥 Callous Dismissal – Board control and a growing threat in one spell.
With the right build, Saruman, The White Hand can lead a force of overwhelming power. Will you embrace the dark path and command your own Army?
