Furnace Whelp

Description

Furnace Whelp, cataloged as card number 279 in the Magic 2015 set, is a red Dragon creature with a mana value of four. Released in 2014 under the M15 set code, this Uncommon card is designed by Matt Cavotta for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. The card’s type line identifies it strictly as a Creature — Dragon, establishing its classification within the game’s taxonomy. Mechanically, Furnace Whelp possesses a base power and toughness of 2/2. Its primary defensive capability is the keyword ability Flying, which allows it to evade most non-flying blockers. The card also includes an activated ability requiring one red mana: paying {R} grants the creature +1/+0 until the end of the turn. This flexibility allows players to adjust its combat math dynamically during gameplay. The flavor text accompanying the card humorously notes that baby dragons struggle to understand humans, wondering why they were created as meat and treasure if they wished to avoid being killed. Furnace Whelp is an Uncommon Dragon creature card from the Magic 2015 set, identified by card number 279. As part of the core set, it serves as a foundational piece for understanding the game’s creature design and mana curve from that era. The card’s straightforward design and functional text make it a recognizable element for enthusiasts tracking the evolution of Dragon-type creatures. The card features the ability Flying and a mana cost of {2}{R}{R}.