# Virtue's Ruin Virtue's Ruin represents Portal's attempt to create accessible Magic cards for new players, though its actual gameplay impact proved minimal. The card destroys target white creature, a straightforward effect that collectors recognize as narrow and situational even by limited standards. Portal's experimental design philosophy means cards like this carry historical significance beyond their mechanical merit. Collectors value Portal uncommons primarily for set completion rather than playability. The nonfoil-only status reflects Portal's original print run before foil technology became standard. While not particularly scarce, Virtue's Ruin appeals mainly to Portal specialists and those pursuing comprehensive set collections rather than players seeking functional cards.