Quick Answer

Elite Javelineer is a uncommon Creature — Human Soldier from 8ED (8ED) costing {2}{W}. Current price: $0.05 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Elite Javelineer MTG card

Elite Javelineer

Creature — Human Soldier

Card Text

Whenever this creature blocks, it deals 1 damage to target attacking creature.

"Precision is frequently more valuable than force."

Card Stats

2/2 uncommon CMC: 3.0 8ED 8ED 🎨 Mark Poole

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.05
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TCGPlayer
$0.48
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
Foil
Buy
Cardmarket
€0.08
Normal
Buy
Cardmarket
€0.53
Foil
Buy
Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Predh Legal
Premodern Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Elite Javelineer? Basics

Elite Javelineer is a Creature — Human Soldier card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever this creature blocks, it deals 1 damage to target attacking creature."

How much mana does Elite Javelineer cost to cast? Basics

Elite Javelineer has a mana cost of {2}{W}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires W 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.

Elite Javelineer's mana cost of {2}{W} 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.

Elite Javelineer 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.

Elite Javelineer's current oracle text is: "Whenever this creature blocks, it deals 1 damage to target attacking creature."

What is the current price of Elite Javelineer? Pricing

The current market price for Elite Javelineer is approximately $0.05 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.48 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.08 EUR.

Where can I buy Elite Javelineer? Pricing

You can purchase Elite Javelineer 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.

Elite Javelineer normal: $0.05 | foil: $0.48

Is Elite Javelineer legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Elite Javelineer in Standard is not available.

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

Is Elite Javelineer legal in Modern? Legality

Elite Javelineer is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Elite Javelineer legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Elite Javelineer 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 Elite Javelineer legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Elite Javelineer in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Elite Javelineer legal in Legacy? Legality

Elite Javelineer is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Elite Javelineer legal in Vintage? Legality

Elite Javelineer 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 Elite Javelineer legal in Pauper? Legality

Elite Javelineer is Legal in Pauper format.

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 Elite Javelineer from? Details

This printing of Elite Javelineer is from 8ED (8ED), with collector number 19.

Elite Javelineer may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Elite Javelineer's rarity? Details

Elite Javelineer is a uncommon card in 8ED.

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

Who illustrated Elite Javelineer? Details

Elite Javelineer was illustrated by Mark Poole.

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

What is Elite Javelineer's power and toughness? Details

Elite Javelineer 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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