# Cover of Winter Cover of Winter represents a curious moment in Magic's design history as a rare from Coldsnap that never quite found its footing competitively. Collectors appreciate it primarily as a set completion piece rather than for inherent demand. The card's modest mechanical impact means most interest centers on the variant itself—foil copies command modest premiums over nonfoil versions, as is typical for older rare foils. Coldsnap's limited print run gives all its rares a certain scarcity appeal, though Cover of Winter doesn't benefit from the nostalgia or casual appeal that drives some of its set-mates. For collectors building Coldsnap sets, acquiring both versions represents a straightforward goal without the complexity of chase rares or significant price volatility.