Mountain

The Mountain card from the 1998 Unglued set was released by Wizards of the Coast as the first official Magic: The Gathering expansion consisting entirely of silver-bordered, non-tournament-legal parody cards. Designed to embrace humor and experimental mechanics, the set provided a whimsical departure from the game's standard fantasy tone. The artwork was commissioned to lean into the set's satirical nature, offering a playful aesthetic that stood in stark contrast to the serious illustrations found in core sets of the era.

Artist Tom Wänerstrand contributed to the set's unique visual identity by creating a landscape that prioritized the set's comedic theme while maintaining the recognizable identity of a basic land. As part of a set known for its unconventional card frames and 'gotcha' gameplay, this Mountain became a staple for casual formats and collectors interested in the evolution of Magic’s graphic design. It remains a hallmark of the late 1990s experimental period for the brand, frequently cited for its departure from the traditional artistic direction of the game.