McCaig's penchant for puzzle-like art was evident as he cleverly concealed band members' faces within the artwork. These hidden elements adorned the corners of the picture frame. The edges of the cover art feature writing in the runic alphabet used by J. R. R. Tolkien in The Hobbit, and translate to the opening verse of the song "Broadsword", inviting fans to unravel its mystery. Click here for details.

Jethro Tull praised the cover art, which was later incorporated into the stage setup for the "Broadsword" tour. Ian Anderson's live performance featured a lifelike Beastie with flashing eyes and real bones, adding an eerie touch to the cover's power. Many fans even tattooed the artwork on their bodies!