The 1993 Limited Edition Beta Red Ward card, card number 34 from the original Magic: The Gathering set.
Red Ward
1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Limited Edition Beta
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Introduced in 1993 as part of the Limited Edition Beta set, the Red Ward card (number 34) represents a foundational white mana strategy in the original Magic: The Gathering release. Designed by Dan Frazier, this Uncommon Enchantment — Aura provides a specific defensive utility by granting the enchanted creature protection from red sources. The card’s mana cost of one white mana makes it an efficient early-game option for players seeking to safeguard their units against aggressive red decks. For collectors of vintage trading card games, this card is a significant piece of Magic history, originating from one of the most sought-after initial printings. Owning a copy of Red Ward allows enthusiasts to complete their set of original Magic: The Gathering cards or to appreciate the strategic depth of the game's earliest years. Whether you are a seasoned collector or new to the hobby, adding this card to your collection connects you to the roots of competitive tabletop gaming.
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Red Ward
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Dan Frazier
Card Stock
English
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Enchantment — Aura
W
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Enchant creature Enchanted creature has protection from red. This effect doesn't remove this Aura.