Post Malone recently wielded his exceedingly rare, one-of-a-kind "The One Ring" Magic: The Gathering card in an actual game. The musician, who purchased the unique card for over $2 million, featured it during an episode of the YouTube series Game Knights, an actual play format for the popular trading card game. The card was partially removed from its protective casing and placed on the game table during play.
Post Malone is a known enthusiast of Magic: The Gathering, having previously collaborated on a Secret Lair set and hosted charity tournaments. His decision to play with "The One Ring" card, which is the only one of its kind printed by Wizards of the Coast, underscores a deep engagement with the game beyond mere collection. This contrasts with the approach of other public figures in collecting hobbies.
During the game, Post Malone's deck strategy evolved once he was able to effectively utilize "The One Ring," which grants protection from all damage. This shifted his early struggles into a more coherent game plan, aided by fortunate card draws. Post Malone ultimately won the game, though the author humorously noted a personal aversion to mono-blue players, a strategy Post Malone employed.
Another player, Rachel Weeks, also showcased an impressive deck featuring "Notary Hobbits." Her strategy involved copying hobbit cards to generate mana and utilizing abilities that allowed her to remove opponent creatures from their graveyards and add them to her own deck. This synergistic approach made her a significant threat during the match. The complexity and potential for creative deck-building in the Commander format, as demonstrated in the episode, were noted as particularly compelling, even to players who typically prefer formats with stricter rules. Mtg Kirk alt=Mtg Kirk