# Swamp — Zendikar Rising Zendikar Rising's basic lands represent a meaningful moment in Magic's design philosophy. Collectors appreciate these lands for their striking full-art treatment, which became standard for the set's core lands. The Swamp specifically features the atmospheric, murky aesthetic that defines Zendikar's hostile environments. Most collectors view basic lands pragmatically—they're necessary for play but gain appeal through artistic merit and set identity. The foil variant commands modest collector interest, though basic lands rarely appreciate significantly. Zendikar Rising's lands remain accessible entry points for those building collections around specific set aesthetics or pursuing complete artistic sets.