Magic: The Gathering

Walking Archive

Dissension 169 • rare

Set: Dissension
Collector number: 169
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: 3 generic mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Colorless
Artist: Heather Hudson
Market price: $3.14

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What it's worth

$3.14market price via TCGplayer · Aug 18, 2026$2.60 – $3.37 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As a rare creature card, this piece represents a sought-after addition for those building specialized decks. Its classification marks it as a distinct find, prized by collectors for both its specific place within the set and its unique role on the table.

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Card face

What it does

Defender (This creature can't attack.)

This creature enters with a +1/+1 counter on it.

At the beginning of each player's upkeep, that player draws a card for each +1/+1 counter on this creature.

2 generic mana white mana blue mana: Put a +1/+1 counter on this creature.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulLegal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Walking Archive was released in 2006 as part of the Dissension expansion for Magic: The Gathering. As the third and final set in the Ravnica block, Dissension introduced the Azorius, Rakdos, and Simic guilds, with the Archive representing the spirit of the Azorius Senate. The design centers on the 'growth' mechanic, requiring players to add +1/+1 counters to the creature while allowing each player to draw an extra card during their upkeep, reflecting the faction's focus on structured accumulation of knowledge and legal order.

The card's illustration was crafted by artist Heather Hudson, a prolific contributor to the game known for her whimsical and detailed fantasy style. Hudson utilized the visual language of the Azorius guild—incorporating the architectural motifs and flowing robes typical of Ravnica's bureaucrats—to depict the creature as a sentient, moving repository of information. Upon release, the card was received as a niche but flavorful addition to the set, appreciated primarily by players who enjoy 'group hug' style mechanics that encourage card draw for everyone at the table.

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About

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