Wall of Stone, card number 274 from Magic: The Gathering's foundational 1997 Fifth Edition set. This Uncommon Red creature features the Defender keyword ability.
Wall of Stone
1997 • Magic: The Gathering • Fifth Edition
No Listings Available
No listings available right now.
Price History
Description
Wall of Stone is a staple Red creature from Magic: The Gathering's 1997 Fifth Edition (5ED), identified as card number 274 in the core set. This Uncommon card serves as a defensive cornerstone for players and collectors alike, featuring a mana cost of {1}{R}{R} and a Power/Toughness of 0/8. The card's primary ability grants it the Defender keyword, meaning it cannot attack but excels at blocking, embodying the classic defensive role often found in early Magic designs. Created by artist Thomas Gianni, this card is a significant piece of trading card game history, representing the era when Magic: The Gathering solidified its ruleset and card types. For collectors, Fifth Edition remains a critical release due to its widespread distribution and foundational card pool. Wall of Stone offers a tangible connection to the game's early strategic depth, where resource management and board control were paramount. Whether you are building a vintage collection, seeking to complete the 5ED base set, or simply appreciate the legacy of early TCG design, this card holds lasting appeal.
Have one of these to sell?
We'll pre-fill the product details from this catalog entry, so your listing lands on this exact page. Just add photos of your copy, pick its condition, and set your price.
Card Details
The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.
Catalog Profile
The core identity of the card within the set.
Featured Subject
The subject, team, league, and sport context tied to this card.
Featured
Wall of Stone
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.
Uncommon
Thomas Gianni
Card Stock
English
{1}{R}{R}
Creature — Wall
0 / 8
R
Card Text
Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.
Defender (This creature can't attack.)
The ground itself lends its strength to these walls of living stone, which possess the stability of ancient mountains. These mighty bulwarks thwart ground-based troops, providing welcome relief for weary warriors who defend the land.