Quick Answer

Jungleborn Pioneer is a common Creature — Merfolk Scout from PLST (PLST) costing {2}{G}. Current price: $0.21 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Jungleborn Pioneer MTG card

Jungleborn Pioneer

Creature — Merfolk Scout

Card Text

When this creature enters, create a 1/1 blue Merfolk creature token with hexproof. (It can't be the target of spells or abilities your opponents control.)

"We fought so long to hide this place. Let us be first to learn its wonders!"

Card Stats

2/2 common CMC: 3.0 PLST PLST 🎨 Scott Murphy

Market Prices

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$0.21
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$0.35
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€0.19
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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
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jungleborn Pioneer? Basics

Jungleborn Pioneer is a Creature — Merfolk Scout card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When this creature enters, create a 1/1 blue Merfolk creature token with hexproof. (It can't be the target of spells or abilities your opponents control.)"

How much mana does Jungleborn Pioneer cost to cast? Basics

Jungleborn Pioneer has a mana cost of {2}{G}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G 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.

Jungleborn Pioneer's mana cost of {2}{G} 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.

Jungleborn Pioneer 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.

Jungleborn Pioneer's current oracle text is: "When this creature enters, create a 1/1 blue Merfolk creature token with hexproof. (It can't be the target of spells or abilities your opponents control.)"

What is the current price of Jungleborn Pioneer? Pricing

The current market price for Jungleborn Pioneer is approximately $0.21 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.19 EUR.

Where can I buy Jungleborn Pioneer? Pricing

You can purchase Jungleborn Pioneer 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 Jungleborn Pioneer legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Jungleborn Pioneer in Standard is not available.

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

Is Jungleborn Pioneer legal in Modern? Legality

Jungleborn Pioneer is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Jungleborn Pioneer legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Jungleborn Pioneer 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 Jungleborn Pioneer legal in Pioneer? Legality

Jungleborn Pioneer is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Jungleborn Pioneer legal in Legacy? Legality

Jungleborn Pioneer is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Jungleborn Pioneer legal in Vintage? Legality

Jungleborn Pioneer 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 Jungleborn Pioneer legal in Pauper? Legality

Jungleborn Pioneer 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 Jungleborn Pioneer from? Details

This printing of Jungleborn Pioneer is from PLST (PLST), with collector number RIX-137.

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

What is Jungleborn Pioneer's rarity? Details

Jungleborn Pioneer is a common card in PLST.

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

Who illustrated Jungleborn Pioneer? Details

Jungleborn Pioneer was illustrated by Scott Murphy.

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

What is Jungleborn Pioneer's power and toughness? Details

Jungleborn Pioneer 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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