Quick Answer

Jaws of Defeat is a rare Enchantment from TDC (TDC) costing {3}{B}. Current price: $0.49 USD. Legal in Commander.

Jaws of Defeat MTG card

Jaws of Defeat

Enchantment

Card Text

Whenever a creature you control enters, target opponent loses life equal to the difference between that creature's power and its toughness.

"The Jeskai like talking about their Way? Let's see them talk their way out of this dilemma." —Girdah, Abzan beastrider

Card Stats

rare CMC: 4.0 TDC TDC 🎨 Andreas Zafiratos

Market Prices

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$0.49
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$1.49
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€0.62
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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 (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jaws of Defeat? Basics

Jaws of Defeat is a Enchantment card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever a creature you control enters, target opponent loses life equal to the difference between that creature's power and its toughness."

How much mana does Jaws of Defeat cost to cast? Basics

Jaws of Defeat has a mana cost of {3}{B}, which equals 4.0 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.

Jaws of Defeat's mana cost of {3}{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.

Jaws of Defeat 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.

Jaws of Defeat's current oracle text is: "Whenever a creature you control enters, target opponent loses life equal to the difference between that creature's power and its toughness."

What is the current price of Jaws of Defeat? Pricing

The current market price for Jaws of Defeat is approximately $0.49 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.62 EUR.

Where can I buy Jaws of Defeat? Pricing

You can purchase Jaws of Defeat 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 Jaws of Defeat legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Jaws of Defeat in Standard is not available.

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

Is Jaws of Defeat legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Jaws of Defeat in Modern is not available.

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

Is Jaws of Defeat legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Jaws of Defeat 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 Jaws of Defeat legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Jaws of Defeat in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Jaws of Defeat legal in Legacy? Legality

Jaws of Defeat is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Jaws of Defeat legal in Vintage? Legality

Jaws of Defeat 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 Jaws of Defeat legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Jaws of Defeat 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 Jaws of Defeat from? Details

This printing of Jaws of Defeat is from TDC (TDC), with collector number 27.

Jaws of Defeat may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Jaws of Defeat's rarity? Details

Jaws of Defeat is a rare card in TDC.

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

Who illustrated Jaws of Defeat? Details

Jaws of Defeat was illustrated by Andreas Zafiratos.

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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