# Power Surge Power Surge represents an interesting piece of early Magic design that never quite found its footing competitively. The card appeals to collectors primarily as a window into how designers approached symmetrical effects in the first sets. Its effect—dealing damage whenever lands enter the battlefield—creates a unique tension that rewards aggressive strategies but punishes both players equally. Collectors value Unlimited copies for their historical significance within the core set lineage, though Power Surge never achieved the iconic status of contemporaries. The card's awkward mana cost and situational impact mean most interest comes from set completion rather than casual demand. Nonfoil Unlimited copies remain the standard version collectors seek, with condition and centering affecting desirability more than any special variants.