What is the mana cost of Swarm of Rats?

The Swarm of Rats has a mana cost of {1}{B}, requiring one generic mana and one black mana to cast.

What is the power of Swarm of Rats?

Its power is not fixed; it is equal to the number of Rats you currently control on the battlefield.

Which set is card number 167 from in Magic: The Gathering?

Card number 167 is from the Eighth Edition set, released in 2003.

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The Swarm of Rats card from Magic: The Gathering Eighth Edition. This 2003 release features a versatile Rat creature with dynamic gameplay potential.

Swarm of Rats

2003 • Magic: The Gathering • Eighth Edition

2003 Magic: The Gathering Eighth Edition

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Raw/Ungraded Market: $2.24

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Condition	Value	Source	Trend	Price Details
	$2.24As of 10/1/2026Oct 1, 2026	Guide Estimate	-1.3%
Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) Estimate: $2.24, based on Guide Estimate. Source date not availableCaptured Oct 1, 2026 Guide Estimate: $2.24. Evidence date not available. Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable. Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $2.24 to $2.27 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 18, 2026 and Oct 1, 2026: -1.3%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Oct 1, 2026

$2.24As of 10/1/2026Oct 1, 2026
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Price Details
Based on TCGplayer Market (reference)
Estimate: $2.24, based on Guide Estimate.
Source date not availableCaptured Oct 1, 2026
Guide Estimate: $2.24. Evidence date not available.
Few comparable observations are available, so this estimate may be less reliable.
Over the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $2.24 to $2.27 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 18, 2026 and Oct 1, 2026: -1.3%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.Recorded Oct 1, 2026

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Description

The Swarm of Rats (card number 167) from the 2003 Magic: The Gathering Eighth Edition set is a staple for collectors of the Black mana color. Printed as an Uncommon by artist Kev Walker, this card belongs to the Rat creature subtype, making it a key piece for tribal-themed decks within the game's history. Its mana cost of one generic and one black mana makes it accessible, while its power scales with the number of other Rats you control, offering strategic depth for players who build around swarm tactics. For those building a collection of Magic: The Gathering trading cards, this Eighth Edition release represents a significant era in the franchise's evolution. The card's design reflects the standard layout of the period, featuring clear type lines and rules text. Collectors often seek out Eighth Edition cards for their nostalgic value and the set's reputation for balanced gameplay mechanics. Whether you are a long-time player looking to complete a set or a new enthusiast exploring the game's lore, the Swarm of Rats offers a tangible connection to the early 2000s trading card game landscape. Its enduring presence in casual and competitive formats highlights its lasting appeal among enthusiasts of collectible card games.

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