An ancient evil stirs in the black lands of Mordor, and the people of Middle-earth speak of a terrible doom approaching from the east. The only hope lies in a heroic few who must work together to stem the tide of evil! Forge new legends in Middle-earth with The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game! In this first cooperative Living Card Game, players build their decks from the four spheres of influence [Tactics, Lore, Spirit, and Leadership], selecting heroes, gathering allies, acquiring artifacts, and coordinating their efforts to face Middle-earth's most dangerous fiends.