Wall of Fire, card #181 from Magic: The Gathering's foundational 1993 Limited Edition Alpha set, featuring artwork by Richard Thomas.
Wall of Fire
1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Limited Edition Alpha
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Wall of Fire stands as a distinct piece of Magic: The Gathering history, originating from the game's very first release. As card number 181 in the Limited Edition Alpha set, this 1993 Uncommon creature card is a key identifier for serious collectors and set builders looking to complete their foundational collection. The card features artwork by Richard Thomas, capturing the fantasy aesthetic that defined the early days of the trading card game industry. Designed for strategic gameplay, Wall of Fire functions as a red Creature — Wall with a mana cost of {1}{R}{R}. Its gameplay mechanics include the Defender ability, preventing it from attacking, while offering a unique ability to gain +1/+0 power for the turn by paying a red mana activation. This card number and set combination makes it a vital component for anyone documenting the evolution of Magic: The Gathering. Collectors often seek this card to round out their Limited Edition Alpha collections, valuing it for its place in the game's legacy rather than just its current competitive utility. Whether you are a long-time player or a new investor in TCG history, adding this piece to your library connects you directly to the origins of the hobby.
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Wall of Fire
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Richard Thomas
Card Stock
English
{1}{R}{R}
Creature — Wall
0 / 5
R
Card Text
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Defender (This creature can't attack.) {R}: This creature gets +1/+0 until end of turn.
Conjured from the bowels of hell, the fiery wall forms an impassable barrier, searing the soul of any creature attempting to pass through its terrible bursts of flame.