Quick Answer

Blightwing Whelp is a rare Creature — Phyrexian Imp from YONE (YONE) costing {2}{B}.

Blightwing Whelp MTG card

Blightwing Whelp

Creature — Phyrexian Imp

Card Text

Flying Toxic 1 {B}: Blightwing Whelp gains haste until end of turn. Whenever Blightwing Whelp deals combat damage to a player, seek a card with mana value equal to the number of poison counters that player has.

Card Stats

2/2 rare CMC: 3.0 YONE YONE 🎨 J.P. Targete
Flying Seek Toxic

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Timeless Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blightwing Whelp? Basics

Blightwing Whelp is a Creature — Phyrexian Imp card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying Toxic 1 {B}: Blightwing Whelp gains haste until end of turn. Whenever Blightwing Whelp deals combat damage to a player, seek a card with mana value equal to the number of poison counters that player has."

How much mana does Blightwing Whelp cost to cast? Basics

Blightwing Whelp has a mana cost of {2}{B}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B mana to cast.

What does mana cost mean in Magic: The Gathering? Basics

Mana cost is the amount and type of mana required to cast a spell in Magic: The Gathering.

Blightwing Whelp's mana cost of {2}{B} means you need to pay that much mana from your lands or other sources.

Colored symbols (W=White, U=Blue, B=Black, R=Red, G=Green) must be paid with that specific color, while numbers can be paid with any color.

What is converted mana cost (CMC) or mana value? Basics

Converted mana cost (now officially called "mana value") is the total amount of mana in a card's mana cost, regardless of color.

Blightwing Whelp has a mana value of 3.0. This is important for effects that care about a spell's total cost, like cascade or cards that say "mana value 3 or less."

What is oracle text? Basics

Oracle text is the official, current rules text for a Magic card as maintained by Wizards of the Coast. It supersedes any printed text on older cards.

Blightwing Whelp's current oracle text is: "Flying Toxic 1 {B}: Blightwing Whelp gains haste until end of turn. Whenever Blightwing Whelp deals combat damage to a player, seek a card with mana value equal to the number of poison counters that player has."

What is the current price of Blightwing Whelp? Pricing

Price data for Blightwing Whelp is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Blightwing Whelp? Pricing

You can purchase Blightwing Whelp from major MTG retailers including:

Prices vary by condition and printing. Check multiple sellers to find the best price.

What is the difference between normal and foil cards? Pricing

Foil cards have a shiny, holographic finish that makes them more collectible. They are functionally identical to normal cards but typically cost more due to their rarity and visual appeal.

Is Blightwing Whelp legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Blightwing Whelp in Standard is not available.

Standard is a rotating format that only allows cards from the most recent sets.

Is Blightwing Whelp legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Blightwing Whelp in Modern is not available.

Modern includes all cards printed in a standard-legal set from 8th Edition forward.

Is Blightwing Whelp legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Blightwing Whelp in Commander is not available.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Blightwing Whelp legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Blightwing Whelp in Pioneer is not available.

Pioneer is a non-rotating format that includes all standard-legal sets from Return to Ravnica forward.

Is Blightwing Whelp legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Blightwing Whelp in Legacy is not available.

Legacy allows almost all cards ever printed, with a substantial ban list for balance.

Is Blightwing Whelp legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Blightwing Whelp in Vintage is not available.

Vintage is the most permissive format, allowing almost all cards with only a minimal ban list. Some powerful cards are "Restricted" (limited to 1 copy).

Is Blightwing Whelp legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Blightwing Whelp in Pauper is not available.

Pauper only allows cards that have been printed at common rarity in a paper or online set.

What is format legality in MTG? Legality

Format legality indicates which official MTG formats allow a card to be played:

  • Legal: Card is allowed in the format
  • Banned: Card is prohibited from play
  • Restricted: Limited to 1 copy (Vintage only)
  • Not Legal: Card was never part of that format's card pool

Different formats have different banned lists based on power level and game balance.

What set is Blightwing Whelp from? Details

This printing of Blightwing Whelp is from YONE (YONE), with collector number 8.

Blightwing Whelp may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Blightwing Whelp's rarity? Details

Blightwing Whelp is a rare card in YONE.

Card rarity affects both availability and price. From rarest to most common: Mythic Rare → Rare → Uncommon → Common.

Who illustrated Blightwing Whelp? Details

Blightwing Whelp was illustrated by J.P. Targete.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

What is Blightwing Whelp's power and toughness? Details

Blightwing Whelp is a 2/2 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (2) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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