The 1997 Portal Mountain (Card #209) is a basic land card from the Magic: The Gathering Portal set, designed to provide Red mana for gameplay.
Mountain
1997 • Magic: The Gathering • Portal
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Description
Within this expansion, the Mountain card, numbered 209, serves as a fundamental source of Red mana. As a basic land, it provides a reliable and consistent way to generate the red mana symbol necessary for casting spells with that color identity. Designed by Brian Durfee, this card is a staple for any collector focusing on the Portal era. It is a common rarity, printed in large quantities to ensure players had the resources needed to engage with the game. Collectors often seek out complete sets of Portal cards to appreciate the evolution of the game's design during this pivotal year. For investors and hobbyists, the Portal set holds a unique place in Magic history as a gateway for millions of players. Owning a Mountain from this release allows you to connect with the game's broader narrative and the foundational elements that support the complex ecosystem of Magic: The Gathering. Whether you are building a personal archive of basic lands or exploring the diversity of the Portal expansion, this card represents the core mechanics that define the game's identity.
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Mountain
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Brian Durfee
Card Stock
English
Basic Land — Mountain
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({T}: Add {R}.)




















