The Swamp (Card #241) from Magic: The Gathering's 2008 Shards of Alara expansion is a fundamental basic land card. It serves as a core component for collectors completing the set and players constructing Black mana bases.
Swamp
2008 • Magic: The Gathering • Shards of Alara
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Released in 2008 as part of the Shards of Alara expansion, the Swamp (Card #241) is a Basic Land card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Produced by Wizards of the Coast, this card features artwork by Aleksi Briclot and carries the set code ALA. As a Common rarity card, it is a staple resource in the game, allowing players to generate black mana to cast spells from the B color identity. For collectors, this card represents a tangible piece of Magic's rich history and its complex multiverse lore. While basic lands are often viewed as functional game pieces, they hold significant value for those dedicated to completing the Shards of Alara set in its entirety. The card's straightforward design and universal utility make it a foundational element for any Magic collector's library. Whether you are a seasoned veteran or new to the hobby, adding this card to your collection ensures you have access to one of the most recognizable symbols in the TCG world.
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Card Details
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Swamp
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Aleksi Briclot
Card Stock
English
Basic Land — Swamp
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({T}: Add {B}.)