# Eastern Paladin Eastern Paladin represents a specific design era when Magic explored color-pie experimentation. As a rare from Seventh Edition, it occupies an interesting space for collectors interested in how the game's fundamental mechanics evolved. The card's mechanical identity—combining elements that feel slightly unconventional for its color—makes it notable among players studying design philosophy. Collectors typically approach Seventh Edition rares as accessible entry points into older Magic, since the set had wide distribution. Eastern Paladin appeals particularly to those building comprehensive set collections or researching how creature design shifted across editions. Its straightforward nonfoil printing means condition and centering become the primary collecting considerations for grading purposes.