Western Paladin
Seventh Edition 170 • rare
- Set
- Seventh Edition
- Collector number
- 170
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 2 generic mana black mana black mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Black
- Artist
- Paolo Parente
- Market price
- $0.54
What it does
black mana black mana, tap: Destroy target white creature.
"Expect nothing but scorn, flattery, and lies. And never turn your back on him."— The Northern Paladin
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
Portions of the materials used are property of Wizards of the Coast. ©Wizards of the Coast LLC. Card text via Scryfall. Not approved or endorsed by Wizards. As of the last catalogue refresh.
Where to find one
Search for Western Paladin on the marketplaces collectors use.
Listings from external marketplaces. We may earn a commission on qualifying purchases.
Where it came from
Western Paladin was released in 2001 as part of the Seventh Edition core set for Magic: The Gathering. As a core set, this release was designed to serve as a bridge between older mechanics and the evolving identity of the game, featuring a mix of reprints from previous expansions. The card itself represents the enduring high-fantasy aesthetic that defined the game's early years, providing players with a straightforward black creature that highlights the color's thematic emphasis on power at a cost.
The artwork for Western Paladin was created by the fantasy illustrator Greg Staples. Known for his atmospheric and gritty approach to character design, Staples aimed to capture the imposing and stoic presence of a dark knight. Upon its release, the card was generally viewed as a functional utility piece in limited formats, valued by players for its ability to destroy white creatures, which mirrored the traditional color pie conflicts foundational to the game's design philosophy.
Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI
Who's collecting this
Real cards collectors on collecto.rs who have this in their public collection.
About Western Paladin
Western Paladin is a card in the Magic: The Gathering catalog on collecto.rs. Seventh Edition 170 • rare. Catalog data is sourced from Scryfall. No public cards collectors track this one yet — adding yours would make you the first on collecto.rs.
How many collectors track Western Paladin on collecto.rs?
Western Paladin doesn't have any public collectors on collecto.rs yet. Sign up to add it and become the first.
Can I track my own copy of Western Paladin?
Yes. collecto.rs is free — sign up to log your card, upload photos, record condition, edition, and acquisition cost, and connect with other magic: the gathering collectors. Your collection stays private by default.
Where does the Western Paladin catalog entry come from?
The catalog entry for Western Paladin is sourced from Scryfall. Catalog-level facts stay consistent across every collector; your own data (condition, edition, acquisition notes) is yours.
Is collecto.rs cards tracking free?
Yes. Tracking your cards is free — no paid tier required to catalog items, upload photos, or share your collection.
Track every card you own
Free. Fun. Collection photos, notes, organization, value tracking, friends — all in one place.
Sign up free
