The 1994 Magic: The Gathering Foreign Black Border Green Ward is a French-language Uncommon Aura enchantment card from the original set. This card features the iconic Black Border design and artwork by Dan Frazier.
Green Ward
1994 • Magic: The Gathering • Foreign Black Border
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The 1994 Magic: The Gathering Foreign Black Border Green Ward is a distinct entry for collectors of early trading card game history. Identified as Card #20 in the set, this French-language version belongs to the Uncommon rarity tier. The card is an Enchantment — Aura with a mana cost of {W} and a mana value of 1. Designed by Dan Frazier, this piece showcases the original aesthetic of Magic: The Gathering. The Foreign Black Border series established the visual identity for the game's first printings. Collectors interested in the evolution of TCG design often seek out these early foreign language variants to complete their sets. Green Ward remains a recognizable component of the 1994 Foreign Black Border checklist. Its status as an Uncommon Aura makes it a valuable reference point for understanding the game's early enchantment mechanics. The card's specific attributes, including its color identity and type line, define its place in the broader Magic: The Gathering canon.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Green Ward
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Dan Frazier
Card Stock
French
{W}
Enchantment — Aura
W
Card Text
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Enchant creature Enchanted creature has protection from green. This effect doesn't remove this Aura.
FAQ
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What is the rarity of Green Ward in the 1994 set?
Green Ward is classified as an Uncommon card in the 1994 Foreign Black Border set. This places it between Common and Rare cards in terms of print frequency within the original checklist.
Who is the artist for Green Ward?
The artwork for Green Ward was created by Dan Frazier, one of the original illustrators for Magic: The Gathering. His work helped define the visual style of the game's early years.
Is Green Ward a French language card?
Yes, this variant is the French language printing of Green Ward. It features the standard French text box and title, distinguishing it from the English versions found in other Foreign Black Border printings.
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- 2022 · 30th Anniversary Edition#317 · Uncommon · Normal
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- 1994 · Revised#20 · Uncommon · Normal
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