Snow-Covered Mountain

The Snow-Covered Mountain, numbered 253 in the 2019 Modern Horizons set, represents a return to a mechanic that had been largely absent from the Magic: The Gathering ecosystem for over a decade. Introduced originally in the Ice Age block, the snow-covered land type adds a subtle tactical layer to deck building, allowing players to utilize cards that specifically interact with the frigid environment. This version was created to provide players with a functional reprint that could be drafted and played within the high-power level environment of a dedicated Modern-focused expansion.

The illustration, crafted by artist Jung Park, emphasizes the stark, isolated beauty of a high-altitude peak cloaked in ice. Park utilized a palette defined by deep blues and crisp whites to differentiate this card from the standard, temperate-climate basic lands typically found in the game. The piece was well-received by the player base for its evocative atmosphere, which effectively communicated the card’s identity as both a fundamental resource and a thematic element of the snow-themed strategies integrated into the set.