# The Maelstrom The Maelstrom is a plane card from Planechase Anthology, designed for the multiplayer-focused Planechase format rather than constructed play. Collectors view it as a niche piece of Magic's experimental design history. Plane cards occupy an unusual space—they're format-specific and rarely sought outside dedicated Planechase players. The common rarity reflects its intended accessibility within the format rather than power level. As a nonfoil-only printing, there's minimal variant complexity. Most collectors appreciate plane cards as curiosities representing Magic's alternative gameplay modes, though they lack the broader appeal of regular Magic sets. The Maelstrom holds value primarily for format completionists and those building Planechase decks.