The Foreboding Ruins (279★) star foil from the 2022 Warhammer 40,000 Commander subset of Magic: The Gathering, a unique land card for dedicated collectors.
2022 • Magic: The Gathering • Warhammer 40,000 • Commander
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The Foreboding Ruins 279★ star foil represents a distinctive entry within the 2022 Warhammer 40,000 Commander subset of Magic: The Gathering. Issued by Wizards of the Coast, this product bridges the strategic depth of the trading card game with the grimdark aesthetic of the Warhammer 40,000 universe. The card functions as a dual land, allowing players to produce either black or red mana, which is essential for decks built around those color identities. Its star foil treatment distinguishes it as a premium parallel, adding visual appeal to any collection. Collectors value this card number for its thematic connection to the setting's lore and its utility in Commander formats. The inclusion of flavor text referencing the Great Rift adds narrative depth, making it a favorite among fans of both franchises. For investors and hobbyists, the combination of the Warhammer 40,000 brand and the Magic: The Gathering platform creates a niche but passionate market. This release highlights the collaborative efforts between the two major entertainment franchises, offering a tangible piece of crossover gaming history.
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The core identity of the card within the set.
Year
2022
Brand
Magic: The Gathering
Series
Warhammer 40,000
Subset
Commander
Subset Type
Subset
Card Number
#279★
The subject, team, league, and sport context tied to this card.
Featured
Foreboding Ruins
Game
Magic: The Gathering
Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.
Rare
Josu Solano
Card Stock
English
Foil
Land
Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.
As this land enters, you may reveal a Swamp or Mountain card from your hand. If you don't, this land enters tapped. {T}: Add {B} or {R}.
When the Great Rift opened across the galaxy, many Imperial worlds were lost to chaos.
FAQ
The star foil is a special parallel variant within the Warhammer 40,000 Commander subset, distinguished by its unique shimmering finish that sets it apart from standard rare prints. Collectors often seek these versions for their visual impact and rarity within the set.
As a land card, it enters the battlefield tapped unless you reveal a Swamp or Mountain from your hand. Once in play, it can be tapped to add either one black or one red mana, making it a flexible resource for dual-color decks.
Card number 279 is part of the Warhammer 40,000 Commander subset released in 2022 for Magic: The Gathering. This subset features cards that blend the lore and mechanics of the Warhammer universe with the strategic gameplay of Magic.
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