The 2024 Magic: The Gathering Foundations Jumpstart release featuring the Dragon Whelp card (#537). This uncommon Red Dragon creature offers versatile gameplay with flying and temporary power boosts.
Dragon Whelp
2024 • Magic: The Gathering • Foundations • Jumpstart
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The Dragon Whelp card, designated as number 537 in the 2024 Magic: The Gathering Foundations Jumpstart subset, represents a pivotal creature for players seeking aggressive Red strategies. As an uncommon card within the Jumpstart series, this release was designed to facilitate fast-paced, high-impact gameplay by providing access to powerful creatures that can immediately influence the board state. Collectors often seek this card for its role in constructing dynamic decks, particularly those focused on short-game mechanics and burst damage. This creature possesses the Dragon subtype and enters the battlefield with a mana cost of {2}{R}{R}, reflecting its status as a mid-range threat. Its abilities allow it to utilize Flying for evasion and grant itself a temporary +1/+0 boost. However, the card introduces a strategic risk: activating its boost four or more times in a single turn triggers a sacrifice effect at the beginning of the next end step. This mechanic encourages calculated aggression, rewarding players who can maximize its potential before it leaves play. For enthusiasts of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, Dragon Whelp serves as a compelling addition to any collection, bridging the gap between competitive utility and the nostalgic appeal of Jumpstart's curated themes.
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Featured Subject
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Dragon Whelp
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Jokubas Uogintas
Card Stock
English
{2}{R}{R}
Creature — Dragon
2 / 3
R
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Flying {R}: This creature gets +1/+0 until end of turn. If this ability has been activated four or more times this turn, sacrifice this creature at the beginning of the next end step.