# Plains (Magic 2012) This basic land represents a straightforward collecting milestone for many players. Plains from Magic 2012 matters primarily as a functional necessity rather than a sought-after piece. Collectors typically pursue it when completing full sets or building playable decks from that era. The foil variant holds modest appeal among those who prefer shimmer finishes for their mana bases, though basic lands rarely command collector attention the way rare cards do. The nonfoil version remains abundant and inexpensive. Most interest centers on completing Magic 2012 collections rather than the card's inherent value. For casual players and set completionists, having both variants represents a thorough approach to the set.