Magic: The Gathering

Jackal Pup

Tempest 183 • uncommon

Set: Tempest
Collector number: 183
Rarity: Uncommon
Mana cost: red mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Red
Artist: Susan Van Camp
Market price: $4.96

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What it's worth

$4.96market price via TCGplayer · Sep 22, 2026$4.96 – $6.14 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This uncommon card from the Tempest set holds a distinct place in history due to its aggressive efficiency, a trait that transformed the landscape of creature-based combat. Its presence on the table forces opponents to respect early pressure, marking it as a foundational piece for those who appreciate the evolution of fast-paced strategy.

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Card face

What it does

Whenever this creature is dealt damage, it deals that much damage to you.

The first morning after acquiring her familiar, the wizard awoke with fleabites and mange.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernNot legal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperLegal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Jackal Pup was released in 1997 as part of the Tempest expansion for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Developed by Wizards of the Coast, this set was notable for introducing mechanics like buyback and shadow, designed to deepen the game's tactical complexity during a period of rapid expansion for the hobby. The card quickly became a staple in aggressive red decks due to its efficiency as a one-mana creature with two power.

The card features artwork by illustrator Christopher Rush, a foundational figure in the aesthetic development of early Magic: The Gathering. Rush’s design for the creature emphasizes the aggressive, feral nature of the subject through a gritty, focused composition that fits the high-fantasy aesthetic of the late 1990s. Upon release, it was well-received by competitive players for its role in enabling fast-paced, offensive playstyles that defined the era's tournament landscape.

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About

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