The Balduvian Barbarians (173★) is a Red Foil parallel from Magic: The Gathering's Seventh Edition, featuring a distinctive shimmer finish on this classic creature card.
Balduvian Barbarians
2001 • Magic: The Gathering • Seventh Edition
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Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often seek out the Balduvian Barbarians from Seventh Edition (2001) for its distinctive Red Foil treatment. As card number 173★ in the set, this parallel variant stands out among the standard common cards due to its bold, reflective finish that catches the light. The card depicts a Human Barbarian with a mana cost of three red mana, serving as a foundational piece in the game's early history. For those building out their Seventh Edition collection, acquiring the foil version of this character adds a layer of visual interest and completeness that standard cards lack. The Balduvian Barbarians remains a recognizable figure in the lore, and its foil iteration is a favorite among players who appreciate the aesthetic enhancement over the base print. Whether you are a veteran of the format or a newcomer exploring the card's mechanics, this foil parallel offers a tangible connection to the era's design philosophy. The Red Foil treatment is applied uniformly across the card surface, ensuring that the shimmer remains consistent regardless of the specific copy's preservation state.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Balduvian Barbarians
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Jim Nelson
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{R}{R}
Creature — Human Barbarian
3 / 2
R
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"From the snowy slopes of Kaelor, To the canyons of Bandu, We drink and fight and feast and die As we were born to do." —Balduvian tavern song
