Xantid Swarm
Xantid Swarm Price Summary
As of Jul 28, 2026, the cheapest tracked printing of Xantid Swarm is $3.82 (EMA #193), and the most expensive is $21.99 (SCG #135, Foil). The benchmark price (cheapest playable nonfoil) is $3.82, down 2.0% over 7 days, flat over 30 days, up 52.8% over 90 days. All-time tracked high: $3.94 (2026).
Xantid Swarm Printings & Prices
Xantid Swarm has 2 tracked printings across 2 sets, in nonfoil and foil finishes.
Sell Xantid Swarm: Buylist Offers
Card Kingdom currently pays $47.50 cash for SCG #135 (Foil); the retail-buylist spread on that printing is 50% (wide).
| Buyer | Printing | Finish | Cash offer | Retail | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Card Kingdom | SCG #135 | Foil | $47.50 | $94.99 | 50% |
| CoolStuffInc | SCG #135 | Foil | $35.00 | — | — |
| CoolStuffInc | SCG #135 | Nonfoil | $7.00 | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | SCG #135 | Nonfoil | $4.00 | $9.99 | 60% |
| Card Kingdom | EMA #193 | Foil | $4.00 | $7.99 | 50% |
| CoolStuffInc | EMA #193 | Foil | $3.50 | — | — |
| CoolStuffInc | EMA #193 | Nonfoil | $1.00 | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | EMA #193 | Nonfoil | $0.90 | $4.49 | 80% |
Xantid Swarm Rules Text & Legality
Flying
Whenever this creature attacks, defending player can't cast spells this turn.
Xantid Swarm is legal in Legacy and Commander, and not legal in Standard, Pioneer, Modern and Pauper.
Xantid Swarm Rulings
- Jun 8, 2016 In a multiplayer game, only the player Xantid Swarm attacked is affected. Other defending players may cast spells.
- Jun 8, 2016 The defending player may cast spells before Xantid Swarm’s triggered ability resolves.
Reprints & Reprint Risk
Xantid Swarm has been reprinted 4 times.
| Set | Date | Rarity | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMA #193 | 2016-06-10 | Rare | Standard |
| EMA #193 | 2016-06-10 | Rare | Standard |
| SCG #135 | 2003-05-26 | Rare | Standard |
| SCG #135 | 2003-05-26 | Rare | Standard |
EMA #193 
SCG #135 Xantid Swarm in Commander
Xantid Swarm is the #13,804 most-played card on EDHREC, down 179 places over the last 30 days.
Xantid Swarm FAQ
How much is Xantid Swarm worth?
Xantid Swarm is worth about $3.82 for its cheapest playable printing as of Jul 28, 2026. Prices range from $3.82 to $21.99 across 2 tracked printings.
Is Xantid Swarm legal in Commander?
Yes — Xantid Swarm is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Legacy.
Has Xantid Swarm been reprinted?
Yes — Xantid Swarm has been reprinted 4 times, with 2 printings tracked on The Index.
Why is Xantid Swarm cheap?
Xantid Swarm trades at about $3.82 — 4 reprints keep supply plentiful, and Commander demand is modest (#13,804 on EDHREC).