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J. Jonah Jameson is a rare Legendary Creature — Human Citizen from OM1 (OM1) costing {2}{R}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander. Legal in Standard.

J. Jonah Jameson MTG card

J. Jonah Jameson

Legendary Creature — Human Citizen

Card Text

When J. Jonah Jameson enters, suspect up to one target creature. (A suspected creature has menace and can't block.) Whenever a creature you control with menace attacks, create a Treasure token.

Card Stats

2/2 rare CMC: 3.0 OM1 OM1 🎨 Olivier Bernard
Treasure

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Format Legality

Alchemy Legal
Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Future Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pioneer Legal
Standard Legal
Standardbrawl Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (5 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is J. Jonah Jameson? Basics

J. Jonah Jameson is a Legendary Creature — Human Citizen card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When J. Jonah Jameson enters, suspect up to one target creature. (A suspected creature has menace and can't block.) Whenever a creature you control with menace attacks, create a Treasure token."

How much mana does J. Jonah Jameson cost to cast? Basics

J. Jonah Jameson has a mana cost of {2}{R}, which equals 3.0 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.

J. Jonah Jameson's mana cost of {2}{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.

J. Jonah Jameson 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.

J. Jonah Jameson's current oracle text is: "When J. Jonah Jameson enters, suspect up to one target creature. (A suspected creature has menace and can't block.) Whenever a creature you control with menace attacks, create a Treasure token."

What is the current price of J. Jonah Jameson? Pricing

Price data for J. Jonah Jameson is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy J. Jonah Jameson? Pricing

You can purchase J. Jonah Jameson 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 J. Jonah Jameson legal in Standard? Legality

J. Jonah Jameson is Legal in Standard format.

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

Is J. Jonah Jameson legal in Modern? Legality

J. Jonah Jameson is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is J. Jonah Jameson legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

J. Jonah Jameson 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 J. Jonah Jameson legal in Pioneer? Legality

J. Jonah Jameson is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is J. Jonah Jameson legal in Legacy? Legality

J. Jonah Jameson is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is J. Jonah Jameson legal in Vintage? Legality

J. Jonah Jameson 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 J. Jonah Jameson legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for J. Jonah Jameson 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 J. Jonah Jameson from? Details

This printing of J. Jonah Jameson is from OM1 (OM1), with collector number 88.

J. Jonah Jameson may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is J. Jonah Jameson's rarity? Details

J. Jonah Jameson is a rare card in OM1.

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

Who illustrated J. Jonah Jameson? Details

J. Jonah Jameson was illustrated by Olivier Bernard.

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

What is J. Jonah Jameson's power and toughness? Details

J. Jonah Jameson 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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