# Forbidden Crypt Forbidden Crypt represents an interesting design space in Magic's history—a graveyard recursion effect that demands careful deck construction. Collectors appreciate it as a solid rare from Sixth Edition, though it never achieved widespread competitive play. The card appeals primarily to casual players building around graveyard strategies and those pursuing complete set collections. Its nonfoil-only status keeps it straightforward for collectors. While not particularly scarce, Forbidden Crypt occupies that middle ground where condition matters more than rarity alone. Sixth Edition printings can show age, making well-preserved copies modestly more desirable. For most collectors, it's a reliable pickup rather than a chase card, valued more for completion than investment potential.