Gleaming Barrier is a common 2018 Magic: The Gathering card from the Rivals of Ixalan expansion, featuring unique artifact mechanics.
Gleaming Barrier
2018 • Magic: The Gathering • Rivals of Ixalan
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Gleaming Barrier, card number 178 in the 2018 Rivals of Ixalan set, is a versatile Artifact Creature — Wall in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Designed by Jason Felix, this common card features a mana cost of {2} and boasts a Power/Toughness of 0/4, utilizing the Defender keyword to control the board. Its strategic value lies in its death trigger, which rewards players by creating a Treasure token—a versatile artifact that can be sacrificed to add one mana of any color. This mechanic makes the card a staple for builders focusing on mana acceleration and resource generation within the Rivals of Ixalan product line. Collectors often seek this card to complete their Rivals of Ixalan checklist or to utilize its unique abilities in various deck archetypes. The card's design and gameplay mechanics reflect the rich world-building and strategic depth characteristic of Magic: The Gathering releases from this era. Whether you are a seasoned player or a newcomer to the game, adding Gleaming Barrier to your collection offers both functional utility and a tangible connection to the Rivals of Ixalan expansion.
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Gleaming Barrier
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Jason Felix
Card Stock
English
{2}
Artifact Creature — Wall
0 / 4
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Defender When this creature dies, create a Treasure token. (It's an artifact with "{T}, Sacrifice this token: Add one mana of any color.")
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