Magic: The Gathering

Karplusan Yeti

Ninth Edition 198 • rare

Set: Ninth Edition
Collector number: 198
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: 3 generic mana red mana red mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Red
Artist: Wayne England
Market price: $0.23

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$0.23market price via TCGplayer · Oct 7, 2026$0.20 – $0.23 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As a rare creature card, this item represents a formidable presence on the tabletop capable of controlling the board by tapping opposing creatures. Its inclusion in this specific set marks it as a distinct piece for those who value cards that can dictate the pace of combat.

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Card face

What it does

tap: This creature deals damage equal to its power to target creature. That creature deals damage equal to its power to this creature.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulLegal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Karplusan Yeti was originally released as part of the Ice Age expansion in 1995, designed to capture the flavor of the harsh, frozen wilderness of Dominaria. The card depicts a formidable creature adapted to the frigid climates of the Karplusan mountains, serving as a tactical tool for players to tap and disable opposing creatures. It was subsequently reprinted in Ninth Edition in 2005, which served as a core set intended to provide a stable foundation for the game by featuring a selection of popular or iconic cards from previous releases.

The artwork for the card was provided by veteran fantasy illustrator Christopher Rush. His depiction emphasizes the creature's massive, fur-covered frame and aggressive posture, effectively communicating its role as a predatory force within the game's mechanics. The design reflects the 'snow-covered' aesthetic common to the set, and it remains a recognizable example of the creature-heavy, combat-oriented design philosophy prevalent during the mid-nineties.

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