The 2012 Magic: The Gathering From the Vault: Realms foil Glacial Chasm card. This mythic rare land offers unique gameplay mechanics for dedicated TCG collectors.
Glacial Chasm
2012 • Magic: The Gathering • From the Vault: Realms
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Description
The Glacial Chasm card, numbered 7 in the 2012 From the Vault: Realms set, stands as a distinctive addition to any Magic: The Gathering collection. Produced by Wizards of the Coast, this exclusive release features a foil finish that enhances its visual appeal for enthusiasts of the trading card game. As a mythic rare land, it holds significant weight within the collector community due to its limited distribution and unique status in the V12 set code. Beyond its aesthetic qualities, Glacial Chasm offers compelling gameplay mechanics that have sparked interest among strategic players. The card functions as a land resource but imposes a cumulative upkeep cost, requiring the owner to pay life to keep it in play. When played, it forces the sacrifice of another land, creating a high-risk, high-reward dynamic. Furthermore, it prevents all damage dealt to its controller while also stopping creatures they control from attacking. This complex interaction makes it a fascinating piece for those analyzing the game's design history. Collectors often seek out this card to complete their From the Vault: Realms series. The foil treatment adds a layer of depth and shine that distinguishes it from standard prints. Whether you are building a themed portfolio or focusing on rare lands, this card represents a key milestone in the 2012 release. Its unique rules text provides a conversation starter for discussions on game balance and design philosophy.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Glacial Chasm
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Mythic Rare
Mike Bierek
Card Stock
English
Foil
Land
Card Text
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Cumulative upkeep—Pay 2 life. (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.) When this land enters, sacrifice a land. Creatures you control can't attack. Prevent all damage that would be dealt to you.
