What does the Swamp card do in Magic: The Gathering?

The Swamp is a basic land card that produces one black mana when tapped, which is essential for casting spells that require black mana in the game.

Is the Battlebond Swamp card rare?

No, the Swamp is a common card in the Battlebond set, but this product is for the foil version, which has a different finish than the standard non-foil print.

What is the card number for the Battlebond Swamp?

The Swamp card is numbered 252 in the Battlebond expansion, which was released by Wizards of the Coast in 2018.

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The 2018 Battlebond Swamp card (number 252) is a foil basic land that provides black mana for Magic: The Gathering gameplay and collection.

Swamp

2018 • Magic: The Gathering • Battlebond

2018 Magic: The Gathering Battlebond

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Raw/Ungraded Market: $1.02

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Based on TCGplayer Market (reference)Last Updated Oct 16, 2026Check Price Guide

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Condition	Value	Source	Trend	Price Details
	$1.02Oct 16, 2026	Guide Estimate	-14.3%
Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) Estimate: $1.02, based on Guide Estimate. Source date not availableCaptured Oct 16, 2026 Guide Estimate: $1.02. Evidence date not available. Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable. Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $1.02 to $1.19 across 3 capture days. Change between Sep 17, 2026 and Oct 16, 2026: -14.3%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Oct 16, 2026

$1.02Oct 16, 2026
Source
Guide Estimate
Trend
-14.3%
Price Details
Based on TCGplayer Market (reference)
Estimate: $1.02, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not availableCaptured Oct 16, 2026
Guide Estimate: $1.02. Evidence date not available.
Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $1.02 to $1.19 across 3 capture days. Change between Sep 17, 2026 and Oct 16, 2026: -14.3%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Oct 16, 2026

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TCGplayer Market (reference) · Guide Estimate evidence · captured Oct 16, 2026

Each point is the last stored observation that day for this printing, condition, grader, autograph status and source. Gaps mean no observation; guide estimates and asking prices are not completed sales.

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Description

Number 252 in the Battlebond expansion, the Swamp card is a fundamental basic land in Magic: The Gathering. Released in 2018, this foil version allows players to add black mana to their resource pool, serving as a core component for spells and abilities requiring that specific color identity. The card features clean typography and the standard layout consistent with basic lands across the game's history. For collectors, the Battlebond set represents a unique chapter in the franchise's legacy, focusing on bond mechanics between iconic characters. While the Swamp itself is a common rarity, the foil finish adds a distinct visual appeal that distinguishes it from non-foil counterparts. This treatment makes it a desirable addition for those who appreciate the tactile and aesthetic variety within the game's catalog. Whether you are building a deck for casual play or curating a collection of modern Magic: The Gathering artifacts, this card offers both functional and aesthetic value. The Battlebond era introduced many memorable interactions, and holding a piece of this release connects you to that specific moment in TCG history.

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