The 2006 Magic: The Gathering Coldsnap release with this foil Sheltering Ancient (CSP 121). This 5/5 Treefolk creature features trample and a distinctive cumulative upkeep cost.
Sheltering Ancient
2006 • Magic: The Gathering • Coldsnap
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The Sheltering Ancient, card number 121 from the 2006 Coldsnap set, is a striking foil creature for Magic: The Gathering collectors. As a green Treefolk with a mana value of 2, this card commands attention with its imposing 5/5 power and toughness. Art by Pete Venters, the card brings a unique mechanical challenge to the game through its cumulative upkeep ability, requiring players to pay an increasing cost each turn or sacrifice the permanent. This design element creates high-stakes moments that define the strategic depth of the Coldsnap expansion. Collectors value this foil version for its shimmering finish and its role in the set's icy theme. Whether you are building a Coldsnap collection or seeking powerful green creatures, the Sheltering Ancient offers a compelling addition to any Magic: The Gathering catalog. Its blend of aggressive stats and complex upkeep mechanics makes it a memorable piece for enthusiasts of the trading card game.
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Sheltering Ancient
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Pete Venters
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{G}
Creature — Treefolk
5 / 5
G
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Trample Cumulative upkeep—Put a +1/+1 counter on a creature an opponent controls. (At the beginning of your upkeep, put an age counter on this permanent, then sacrifice it unless you pay its upkeep cost for each age counter on it.)