Xantid Swarm
Eternal Masters 193 • rare
- Set
- Eternal Masters
- Collector number
- 193
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- green mana
- Type
- Creature
- Colors
- Green
- Artist
- David Martin
- Market price
- $4.02
What it does
Flying
Whenever this creature attacks, defending player can't cast spells this turn.
When they land on you, all you can think about is tearing them off.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernNot legal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Xantid Swarm was originally printed in the 2002 expansion set Onslaught and was later included in the 2016 Eternal Masters set as card number 193. It was designed as an uncommon green creature with a specific tactical role: preventing opponents from casting spells during the player's turn. The insect's design reflects the theme of disruption and momentum that characterizes green-aligned creature decks, particularly those focused on combat interaction.
The art for the Eternal Masters printing was created by Kev Walker, a prominent illustrator known for his long-standing work with Magic: The Gathering. His depiction emphasizes the swarm aspect of the creature, utilizing aggressive lines and a sense of encroaching movement to convey the card's ability to shut down defensive responses. Upon its release in the Eternal Masters set, the card was well-received by players focusing on Vintage and Legacy formats for its continued utility in neutralizing counter-magic strategies.
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