# Ivory Gargoyle Ivory Gargoyle represents a curious moment in Magic's design history. As a rare from Alliances, it embodies the set's experimental approach to creature abilities during the late 1980s. Collectors appreciate it primarily as a piece of that era's aesthetic rather than for constructed play value. The card's flying creature with a conditional damage prevention ability feels distinctly of its time—mechanically straightforward but somewhat niche. Collectors typically view Alliances rares through a nostalgia lens, valuing the set's overall scarcity and historical significance within Magic's early years. The nonfoil-only status reflects the pre-modern printing era. Condition and centering matter considerably for vintage cards like this, making near-mint copies notably scarcer than heavily played examples.