The powerful legendary snow land Dark Depths from Magic: The Gathering's 2016 From the Vault: Lore set. This mythic rare foil card offers unique game mechanics and iconic design for serious collectors.
Dark Depths
2016 • Magic: The Gathering • From the Vault: Lore
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Dark Depths holds a distinct place in the Magic: The Gathering universe as a legendary snow land from the 2016 From the Vault: Lore expansion. As card number 4 in the V16 set, this mythic rare foil brings together significant gameplay utility and high-tier collectibility. The card features artwork by Stephan Martiniere, whose visual style complements the card's dark fantasy theme. The card’s unique ability allows it to enter the battlefield with ten ice counters. Players can remove these counters by paying three mana, eventually triggering a powerful effect that sacrifices the land to create a legendary 20/20 black Avatar creature token with flying and indestructible. This mechanic creates a dramatic narrative moment within the game, transforming a static land into an overwhelming threat. For investors and hobbyists, the mythic rarity and foil finish ensure that Dark Depths remains a sought-after item in the secondary market. Its status as part of the From the Vault: Lore series adds historical significance, appealing to those who value the evolution of Magic's design philosophy. Whether you are looking to complete a set, invest in premium foil cards, or add a powerful piece to your deck, this card delivers both aesthetic and functional value.
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Featured
Dark Depths
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Mythic Rare
Stephan Martiniere
Card Stock
English
Foil
Legendary Snow Land
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Dark Depths enters with ten ice counters on it. {3}: Remove an ice counter from Dark Depths. When Dark Depths has no ice counters on it, sacrifice it. If you do, create Marit Lage, a legendary 20/20 black Avatar creature token with flying and indestructible.
