Quick Answer

Jailbreak is a rare Sorcery from NCC (NCC) costing {1}{W}. Current price: $0.23 USD. Legal in Commander.

Jailbreak MTG card

Jailbreak

Sorcery

Card Text

Return target permanent card in an opponent's graveyard to the battlefield under their control. When that permanent enters, return up to one target permanent card with equal or lesser mana value from your graveyard to the battlefield.

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Card Stats

rare CMC: 2.0 NCC NCC 🎨 Tatiana Kirgetova

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.23
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Card Kingdom
$0.69
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Cardmarket
€0.23
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Cardmarket
€1.00
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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jailbreak? Basics

Jailbreak is a Sorcery card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Return target permanent card in an opponent's graveyard to the battlefield under their control. When that permanent enters, return up to one target permanent card with equal or lesser mana value from your graveyard to the battlefield."

How much mana does Jailbreak cost to cast? Basics

Jailbreak has a mana cost of {1}{W}, which equals 2.0 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.

Jailbreak's mana cost of {1}{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.

Jailbreak has a mana value of 2.0. 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.

Jailbreak's current oracle text is: "Return target permanent card in an opponent's graveyard to the battlefield under their control. When that permanent enters, return up to one target permanent card with equal or lesser mana value from your graveyard to the battlefield."

What is the current price of Jailbreak? Pricing

The current market price for Jailbreak is approximately $0.23 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.23 EUR.

Where can I buy Jailbreak? Pricing

You can purchase Jailbreak 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 Jailbreak legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Jailbreak in Standard is not available.

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

Is Jailbreak legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Jailbreak in Modern is not available.

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

Is Jailbreak legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Jailbreak 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 Jailbreak legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Jailbreak in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Jailbreak legal in Legacy? Legality

Jailbreak is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Jailbreak legal in Vintage? Legality

Jailbreak 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 Jailbreak legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Jailbreak 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 Jailbreak from? Details

This printing of Jailbreak is from NCC (NCC), with collector number 17.

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

What is Jailbreak's rarity? Details

Jailbreak is a rare card in NCC.

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

Who illustrated Jailbreak? Details

Jailbreak was illustrated by Tatiana Kirgetova.

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

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