Blue Ward

Description

The Blue Ward card, identified by number 10, originates from the Fourth Edition Foreign Black Border set released by Magic: The Gathering in 1995. Printed in Spanish, this card is categorized as an Uncommon rarity within the set's checklist. The artwork is credited to Dan Frazier, whose contribution helps define the visual identity of this foreign-language release. As an Enchantment — Aura, Blue Ward has a mana cost of {W} and a mana value of 1. The card’s gameplay function allows a player to attach it to a creature, granting that creature protection from blue. Importantly, the rules text specifies that this protection effect does not remove the Aura itself, allowing the enchantment to remain on the battlefield as long as the creature it enchants does. This mechanic distinguishes it from other protection effects that might trigger self-removal. Collectors focusing on the Fourth Edition Foreign Black Border series often seek out the Spanish-language prints to complete regional subsets or to explore the linguistic variations present in early Magic releases. The card’s placement in the base set makes it a straightforward addition for those building comprehensive collections of the Fourth Edition era. Its straightforward mana cost and targeted protection effect make it a functional piece for casual play, while its status as a specific print from the 1995 Foreign Black Border run appeals to those cataloging the game's history. The Blue Ward card remains a recognizable element of the early Magic: The Gathering landscape, particularly for collectors interested in the foreign language expansions of the mid-1990s.