Quick Answer

Dragon Whelp is a uncommon Creature — Dragon from 2ED (2ED) costing {2}{R}{R}. Current price: $7.7 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Dragon Whelp MTG card

Dragon Whelp

Creature — Dragon

Card Text

Flying {R}: This creature gets +1/+0 until end of turn. If this ability has been activated four or more times this turn, sacrifice this creature at the beginning of the next end step.

"O to be a dragon . . . of silkworm size or immense . . ." —Marianne Moore, "O to Be a Dragon"

Card Stats

2/3 uncommon CMC: 4.0 2ED 2ED 🎨 Amy Weber
Flying

Market Prices

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$7.70
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$6.99
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€4.90
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Oldschool Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Predh Legal
Premodern Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (21 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dragon Whelp? Basics

Dragon Whelp is a Creature — Dragon card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flying {R}: This creature gets +1/+0 until end of turn. If this ability has been activated four or more times this turn, sacrifice this creature at the beginning of the next end step."

How much mana does Dragon Whelp cost to cast? Basics

Dragon Whelp has a mana cost of {2}{R}{R}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R 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.

Dragon Whelp's mana cost of {2}{R}{R} 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.

Dragon Whelp has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

Dragon Whelp's current oracle text is: "Flying {R}: This creature gets +1/+0 until end of turn. If this ability has been activated four or more times this turn, sacrifice this creature at the beginning of the next end step."

What is the current price of Dragon Whelp? Pricing

The current market price for Dragon Whelp is approximately $7.7 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €4.9 EUR.

Where can I buy Dragon Whelp? Pricing

You can purchase Dragon 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 Dragon Whelp legal in Standard? Legality

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

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

Is Dragon Whelp legal in Modern? Legality

Dragon Whelp is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Dragon Whelp legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Dragon Whelp is Legal in Commander (EDH) format.

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

Is Dragon Whelp legal in Pioneer? Legality

Dragon Whelp is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Dragon Whelp legal in Legacy? Legality

Dragon Whelp is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Dragon Whelp legal in Vintage? Legality

Dragon Whelp is Legal in Vintage format.

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 Dragon Whelp legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Dragon 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 Dragon Whelp from? Details

This printing of Dragon Whelp is from 2ED (2ED), with collector number 142.

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

What is Dragon Whelp's rarity? Details

Dragon Whelp is a uncommon card in 2ED.

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

Who illustrated Dragon Whelp? Details

Dragon Whelp was illustrated by Amy Weber.

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

What is Dragon Whelp's power and toughness? Details

Dragon Whelp is a 2/3 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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