Reflecting Pool

Reflecting Pool was originally released in the Tempest expansion of Magic: The Gathering in 1997, designed to provide a flexible land option for multicolored decks. This specific version originates from the Secret Lair series, a line of premium, curated reprints launched by Wizards of the Coast in 2019 that focuses on unique art treatments and thematic collections. The Secret Lair program was established to offer players collectible, artist-driven versions of staple cards, moving away from the standard expansion aesthetics to explore niche artistic styles and fan-favorite subcultures.

The art for this specific printing, collector number 1535, leans into the surreal and ethereal qualities often associated with the card's function of mirroring other lands. It exemplifies the Secret Lair initiative's goal of reimagining functional staples through a contemporary lens, often employing guest artists or experimental design motifs. While the mechanics remain faithful to the original card's purpose of utility in complex deck building, this iteration is highly sought after by collectors for its aesthetic departure from the traditional high-fantasy art direction seen in the base game.