The article discusses the evolution of foil Magic: The Gathering (MTG) cards over the past two decades. Initially, foil cards were a rarity and easily identifiable by a WPN star logo. However, with the release of Eighth Edition in 2003, the classic foils were replaced by “Rainbow Foils,” which are now the most common foiling technique. The article also discusses other foiling techniques such as From The Vault Foils, Foil Etched, Silverscreen Foils, Neon Ink Foils, Gilded Foils, Galaxy Foil, Surge Foil, Textured Foils, Double Rainbow Foils, and Step-and-Compleat Foils. Each technique has its own unique appearance and characteristics, with some being more rare and expensive than others. The article also mentions issues with certain foiling techniques, such as legibility problems with Silverscreen Foils and the potential for rubbing off the symbols on Step-and-Compleat Foils. Overall, the article provides a comprehensive overview of the various foiling techniques used in MTG cards and their impact on the game.
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MTG Foil Treatment Guide
