# Zodiac Ox Zodiac Ox represents Portal Three Kingdoms' thematic commitment to Chinese zodiac imagery, a distinctive design choice that set this set apart from standard Magic offerings. Collectors value it primarily as a cultural artifact within Magic's history rather than for competitive relevance. The card's uncommon status means it's accessible to most collectors building Portal sets, though condition matters significantly given the set's age and print quality variations. Collectors typically pursue it as part of a complete zodiac cycle rather than in isolation, making the full set more desirable than individual animals. Its nonfoil-only status reflects Portal's original printing constraints, which some collectors view as charmingly period-appropriate.