Quick Answer

Smirking Spelljacker is a rare Creature — Djinn Wizard Rogue from OTC (OTC) costing {4}{U}. Current price: $0.52 USD. Legal in Commander.

Smirking Spelljacker MTG card

Smirking Spelljacker

Creature — Djinn Wizard Rogue

Card Text

Flash Flying When this creature enters, exile target spell an opponent controls. Whenever this creature attacks, if a card is exiled with it, you may cast the exiled card without paying its mana cost.

Card Stats

3/3 rare CMC: 5.0 OTC OTC 🎨 Borja Pindado
Flash Flying

Market Prices

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$0.52
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$1.29
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€0.95
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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 Smirking Spelljacker? Basics

Smirking Spelljacker is a Creature — Djinn Wizard Rogue card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Flash Flying When this creature enters, exile target spell an opponent controls. Whenever this creature attacks, if a card is exiled with it, you may cast the exiled card without paying its mana cost."

How much mana does Smirking Spelljacker cost to cast? Basics

Smirking Spelljacker has a mana cost of {4}{U}, which equals 5.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires U 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.

Smirking Spelljacker's mana cost of {4}{U} 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.

Smirking Spelljacker has a mana value of 5.0. 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.

Smirking Spelljacker's current oracle text is: "Flash Flying When this creature enters, exile target spell an opponent controls. Whenever this creature attacks, if a card is exiled with it, you may cast the exiled card without paying its mana cost."

What is the current price of Smirking Spelljacker? Pricing

The current market price for Smirking Spelljacker is approximately $0.52 USD on TCGPlayer.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.95 EUR.

Where can I buy Smirking Spelljacker? Pricing

You can purchase Smirking Spelljacker 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 Smirking Spelljacker legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Smirking Spelljacker in Standard is not available.

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

Is Smirking Spelljacker legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Smirking Spelljacker in Modern is not available.

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

Is Smirking Spelljacker legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Smirking Spelljacker 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 Smirking Spelljacker legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Smirking Spelljacker in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Smirking Spelljacker legal in Legacy? Legality

Smirking Spelljacker is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Smirking Spelljacker legal in Vintage? Legality

Smirking Spelljacker 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 Smirking Spelljacker legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Smirking Spelljacker 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 Smirking Spelljacker from? Details

This printing of Smirking Spelljacker is from OTC (OTC), with collector number 16.

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

What is Smirking Spelljacker's rarity? Details

Smirking Spelljacker is a rare card in OTC.

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

Who illustrated Smirking Spelljacker? Details

Smirking Spelljacker was illustrated by Borja Pindado.

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

What is Smirking Spelljacker's power and toughness? Details

Smirking Spelljacker is a 3/3 creature.

Power (3) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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