Lupine Prototype (EMN #197) MTG

Lupine Prototype is a rare printing from Eldritch Moon (EMN #197), a Artifact Creature — Wolf Construct. Illustrated by Deruchenko Alexander.

Card text

This creature can't attack or block unless a player has no cards in hand.

"Ludevic saw it in a dream and set to work immediately, every detail already known. Can such genius be taught?"
—Stitcher Geralf

Mana cost	{2}
Type	Artifact Creature — Wolf Construct
Power / Toughness	5 / 5
Rarity	Rare
Set	Eldritch Moon (EMN)
Collector number	197
Artist	Deruchenko Alexander
Released	2016-07-22

As of 2026-10-19, Scryfall listed this printing at non-foil $0.26, foil $0.83 (USD). Prices change constantly, so check the live price before buying.

July 13, 2016 — Lupine Prototype’s restriction applies only at the moment that attackers and blockers are chosen. If a player puts a card into their hand after Lupine Prototype has attacked or blocked, it won’t be removed from combat.
July 13, 2016 — If a creature can’t attack or block unless you return a permanent to your hand, and your hand is empty, you can attack or block with that creature and Lupine Prototype. This is because the legality of chosen attackers and blockers is checked before costs are paid.

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