This 1996 Mirage set release features the Wall of Resistance, a white creature card known for its defensive defender ability and end-step counter mechanic.
Wall of Resistance
1996 • Magic: The Gathering • Mirage
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The Wall of Resistance is a distinct entry in the 1996 Mirage expansion, identified by card number 46 in the set. As a white creature with the Wall subtype, this card offers a strategic defensive presence through its Defender ability, preventing it from initiating attacks. Its unique gameplay mechanic allows it to grow stronger over time; at the end of each turn, if it has taken damage, it receives a +0/+1 counter, turning a defensive wall into a resilient threat. The card also retains the Flying ability, allowing it to bypass ground-based blockers. Designed by Harold McNeill, this common rarity card remains a staple for players interested in the early design philosophy of Magic: The Gathering. Collectors often seek out Mirage cards for their nostalgic value and the set's iconic aesthetic. Whether building a vintage deck or adding to a collection of classic TCG cards, the Wall of Resistance represents a clever intersection of defense and growth.
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Wall of Resistance
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Harold McNeill
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English
{1}{W}
Creature — Wall
0 / 3
W
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Defender (This creature can't attack.) Flying At the beginning of each end step, if this creature was dealt damage this turn, put a +0/+1 counter on it.
Telim'Tor could no longer recall the exact number of assaults—but his troops could.