Magic: The Gathering

Ant Queen

Magic 2010 Promos 166★ • rare

Set: Magic 2010 Promos
Collector number: 166★
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: 3 generic mana green mana green mana
Type: Creature
Colors: Green
Artist: Ron Spencer
Finish: Foil

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$2.00market price via TCGplayer · Aug 18, 2026$1.65 – $2.18 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This rare creature card stands out as a distinctive piece from a promotional set, making it a sought-after addition for those who curate specific visual styles. As a rare item, it carries a sense of scarcity that defines its appeal to collectors looking to complete specialized sequences.

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Card face

What it does

1 generic mana green mana: Create a 1/1 green Insect creature token.

"Kill the queen first, or we'll be fighting her drones forever. It is not in a queen's nature to have enough servants."— Borzard, exterminator captain

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlLegal
HistoricLegal
TimelessLegal
Penny DreadfulLegal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

The Ant Queen card was originally released as part of the Magic 2010 core set, marking a shift in design philosophy for Wizards of the Coast as they moved away from the traditional tenth edition format. This specific version was issued as a promotional card, recognizable by the star symbol appended to its collector number, 166. These promos were typically distributed through Friday Night Magic events or as launch party incentives to encourage local game store participation.

The illustration was crafted by long-time Magic artist Ron Spencer, whose signature high-contrast, visceral style is well-regarded among fans of the game's earlier aesthetics. Spencer was tasked with depicting the creature’s swarming, organic nature, focusing on the imposing scale of the queen amidst her brood. Upon its release, the card was received as a solid mid-range powerhouse in casual play, valued for its ability to generate a recurring board presence in green-based creature decks.

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