Wall of Shadows #41 is a Common creature card from the 1995 Chronicles Foreign Black Border set, featuring unique defensive rules text by artist Pete Venters.
Wall of Shadows
1995 • Magic: The Gathering • Chronicles Foreign Black Border
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Wall of Shadows #41 is a foundational Common creature card from the 1995 Magic: The Gathering Chronicles Foreign Black Border set. Designed by Pete Venters, this card introduces a distinct defensive mechanic that sets it apart from standard Walls in the game. With a mana cost of {1}{B}{B} and a power/toughness of 0/1, it serves as a strategic blocker with specialized protection. The card’s rules text includes the Defender keyword, preventing it from attacking, while also granting immunity to damage from creatures it blocks. Additionally, it cannot be targeted by spells or abilities restricted to Walls, making it a resilient choice for black-based decks. Collectors often seek this card for its historical significance within the Chronicles expansion, which compiled staples from earlier releases. The Foreign Black Border variant offers a distinct aesthetic for enthusiasts of vintage Magic: The Gathering. Whether building a vintage collection or exploring classic gameplay mechanics, Wall of Shadows represents a key piece of the game's early design philosophy. Its unique interactions and iconic status make it a valuable addition to any serious collection.
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Wall of Shadows
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Pete Venters
Card Stock
English
{1}{B}{B}
Creature — Wall
0 / 1
B
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Defender (This creature can't attack.) Prevent all damage that would be dealt to this creature by creatures it's blocking. This creature can't be the target of spells that can target only Walls or of abilities that can target only Walls.