The details of the Arctic Wolves card (WTH 118) from the 1997 Weatherlight expansion. This uncommon 5-mana Wolf creature features cumulative upkeep mechanics and was illustrated by Steve White.
Arctic Wolves
1997 • Magic: The Gathering • Weatherlight
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The Arctic Wolves card, designated as number 118 in the 1997 Weatherlight expansion, represents a significant piece of Magic: The Gathering history. As an uncommon creature card, it introduces the unique cumulative upkeep mechanic, requiring players to pay an increasing cost to keep the Wolf on the battlefield. This strategic depth has made the card a memorable part of the early Legacy format for many collectors. Created by artist Steve White, the card depicts a formidable Wolf with a power and toughness of 4/5, offering a substantial presence on the board. For enthusiasts of the game, owning this card provides a tangible connection to a pivotal era in trading card game design. Collectors often seek out this card to complete their Weatherlight set or to appreciate its role in the broader narrative of Magic: The Gathering. The combination of its strategic utility, historical significance, and distinct illustration makes it a valuable addition to any collection.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Arctic Wolves
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Steve White
Card Stock
English
{3}{G}{G}
Creature — Wolf
4 / 5
G
Card Text
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Cumulative upkeep {2} (At the beginning of your upkeep, put an age counter on this permanent, then sacrifice it unless you pay its upkeep cost for each age counter on it.) When this creature enters, draw a card.
"No matter where we cat warriors go in the world, those stupid slobberers find us." —Mirri of the *Weatherlight*