Lorcana Winterspell vs Whispers in the Well Illumineer's Trove: which is worth opening?
Winterspell is the better box to open: its cards are worth 101% of its price after selling costs, against 71% for Whispers in the Well.
Side by side
| Winterspell Illumineer's Trove | Whispers in the Well Illumineer's Trove | |
|---|---|---|
| Verdict | Toss-up | Keep it sealed |
| Box price today | $60€54 | $84€75 |
| Cards inside, after selling costs | $60€54 | $60€53 |
| Cards ÷ price | 101% | 71% |
| Boxes that lose money | 79 of 100 boxes | 86 of 100 boxes |
| A typical box (median) | $27€24 | $28€25 |
| Rarest pull | Iconic: 1 in 119 boxes | Iconic: 1 in 119 boxes |
| Packs | 8 packs of 12 cards | 8 packs of 12 cards |
| Released | February 20, 2026 | November 14, 2025 |
The two boxes
How we work this out
Both boxes are worked out the same way: today's card prices, selling costs taken off, and simulated boxes to see how often one loses money. Read the full method