# Decree of Silence Decree of Silence represents a curious moment in Magic's design history as a rare enchantment with a unique cumulative mechanic. Collectors appreciate it primarily for its distinctive gameplay identity—the card literally gets stronger as the game progresses, creating an unusual tension between early and late game strategy. The Scourge printing remains the only version, making both nonfoil and foil copies relevant to set completion efforts. Foil versions command collector interest due to their relative scarcity compared to nonfoils from this era. The card's mechanical oddity rather than competitive viability drives most collector interest, appealing to those who value design innovation and completionist collectors pursuing full Scourge sets.