A rare artifact creature from Magic: The Gathering's 2024 Foundations release, Crystal Barricade (#296) blends defensive gameplay with distinct collector appeal.
Crystal Barricade
2024 • Magic: The Gathering • Foundations
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Crystal Barricade stands as a notable artifact creature within the 2024 Foundations release of Magic: The Gathering. As card number 296 in the set, this rare piece features the distinctive design language typical of the Foundations era, capturing the essence of Ikoria’s crystalline landscape. The card’s identity is anchored by its unique defensive capabilities, offering players a strategic asset that combines hexproof protection with damage prevention for allied creatures. The rarity of Crystal Barricade makes it a sought-after addition for those looking to complete their Foundations collection or acquire high-value artifact cards. Its status as a rare card ensures it remains a focal point for set builders aiming to secure key components of this iconic release. Whether you are building a themed deck or expanding your artifact collection, this card offers both mechanical depth and aesthetic value that resonates with the Magic community. Collectors often seek out these pieces for their historical significance within the set's narrative and their role in defining modern TCG collectibility.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Crystal Barricade
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Alayna Danner
Card Stock
English
{1}{W}
Artifact Creature — Wall
0 / 4
W
Card Text
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Defender (This creature can't attack.) You have hexproof. (You can't be the target of spells or abilities your opponents control.) Prevent all noncombat damage that would be dealt to other creatures you control.
Ikoria's crystals glow in the presence of monsters, making them valuable as both defensive fortifications and warning beacons.