Magic: The Gathering

Jenova, Ancient Calamity

Final Fantasy Promos • rare

Set: Final Fantasy Promos
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: 2 generic mana black mana green mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Black · Green
Artist: Ignatius Budi
Finish: Foil
Market price: $36.63

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$36.63market price via TCGplayer · Aug 8, 2026$17.48 – $36.63 over the tracked period

$36.63Aug 8, 2026

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Why it matters

As a standout in the Final Fantasy promotional card series, this rare depiction of Jenova captures the eerie, ethereal presence of one of gaming's most iconic antagonists. Collectors prize this card not only for Ignatius Budi’s striking illustration but also for its status as a tangible piece of memorabilia celebrating the enduring legacy of the Final Fantasy VII narrative.

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What it does

At the beginning of combat on your turn, put a number of +1/+1 counters equal to Jenova's power on up to one other target creature. That creature becomes a Mutant in addition to its other types.

Whenever a Mutant you control dies during your turn, you draw cards equal to its power.

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Provenance

Where it came from

The Jenova, Ancient Calamity card originated as part of the promotional materials for the Final Fantasy Trading Card Game, a tactical card game developed by Square Enix. It was designed to celebrate the legacy of Final Fantasy VII, centering on the titular extraterrestrial entity that serves as a primary antagonist in the series. The card was intended to capture the cosmic, malevolent nature of the character, drawing on its role as the 'calamity from the skies' that threatens the planet of Gaia.

The artwork was commissioned from illustrator Ignatius Budi, whose work often features high-fantasy aesthetics and atmospheric lighting. Budi aimed to emphasize the alien and unsettling qualities of Jenova, using stark, visceral imagery to differentiate it from the standard character roster. Upon its release, the card was received positively by collectors for its striking visual design and its utility within the game's creature-based mechanics, cementing its status as a sought-after rare within the promotional set.

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