What is Soul Warden's mana cost and type?

Soul Warden costs one white mana to cast and is classified as a Creature — Human Cleric card. It has a power and toughness of 1/1, making it a fragile but strategically useful unit.

What set does the Soul Warden bh21 card belong to?

This card is from the 1998 World Championship Decks set, identified by the set code WC98. It was included in official competitive decks released during that era.

How does Soul Warden's ability work in gameplay?

Soul Warden triggers whenever another creature enters the battlefield, causing you to gain one life. This ability helps players survive longer games by increasing their life total as their army grows.

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Soul Warden (bh21) is a foundational 1998 Magic: The Gathering card from the World Championship Decks set, essential for collectors of early white magic strategies.

Soul Warden

1998 • Magic: The Gathering • World Championship Decks 1998

1998 Magic: The Gathering World Championship Decks 1998

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Raw/Ungraded Market: $5.02

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Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) Estimate: $5.02, based on Guide Estimate. Source date not availableCaptured Sep 28, 2026 Guide Estimate: $5.02. Evidence date not available. Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable. Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $5.02 to $5.02 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 26, 2026 and Sep 28, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Sep 28, 2026

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Source date not availableCaptured Sep 28, 2026
Guide Estimate: $5.02. Evidence date not available.
Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $5.02 to $5.02 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 26, 2026 and Sep 28, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Sep 28, 2026

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Description

Soul Warden (bh21) stands as a definitive piece of Magic: The Gathering history, originating from the 1998 World Championship Decks series. Released under the set code WC98, this card was included in official tournament decks to showcase the capabilities of white mana. Designed by Randy Gallegos, the card represents one of the earliest examples of life gain mechanics in the game's competitive landscape. As a common creature card, Soul Warden is a Human Cleric with a mana cost of one white mana. In gameplay terms, it provides a steady defensive resource; whenever another creature enters the battlefield, the player controlling Soul Warden gains one life. This simple yet potent effect made it a staple in early constructed formats, allowing players to stabilize against aggressive decks while building their board presence. Its low mana cost and immediate impact exemplify the efficient design philosophy of the late 1990s era of Magic. Collectors value this card not only for its gameplay utility but also for its historical significance within the World Championship Decks product line. These decks were distributed to top players, making them highly sought after for their connection to competitive play. Soul Warden appears as card number bh21 in the set, offering a specific catalog identifier for serious builders. The card’s enduring legacy in the game’s evolution makes it a notable entry for any Magic: The Gathering trading card game enthusiast.

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