Quick Answer

Rust Scarab is a uncommon Creature — Insect from GTC (GTC) costing {4}{G}. Current price: $0.07 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Rust Scarab MTG card

Rust Scarab

Creature — Insect

Card Text

Whenever this creature becomes blocked, you may destroy target artifact or enchantment defending player controls.

"Behold nature's answer to the problem of society." —Nikya of the Old Ways

Card Stats

4/5 uncommon CMC: 5.0 GTC GTC 🎨 Adam Paquette

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.07
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TCGPlayer
$0.18
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
Foil
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Cardmarket
€0.09
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Cardmarket
€0.50
Foil
Buy
Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Vintage Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rust Scarab? Basics

Rust Scarab is a Creature — Insect card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Whenever this creature becomes blocked, you may destroy target artifact or enchantment defending player controls."

How much mana does Rust Scarab cost to cast? Basics

Rust Scarab has a mana cost of {4}{G}, which equals 5.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G mana to cast.

What does mana cost mean in Magic: The Gathering? Basics

Mana cost is the amount and type of mana required to cast a spell in Magic: The Gathering.

Rust Scarab's mana cost of {4}{G} means you need to pay that much mana from your lands or other sources.

Colored symbols (W=White, U=Blue, B=Black, R=Red, G=Green) must be paid with that specific color, while numbers can be paid with any color.

What is converted mana cost (CMC) or mana value? Basics

Converted mana cost (now officially called "mana value") is the total amount of mana in a card's mana cost, regardless of color.

Rust Scarab has a mana value of 5.0. This is important for effects that care about a spell's total cost, like cascade or cards that say "mana value 3 or less."

What is oracle text? Basics

Oracle text is the official, current rules text for a Magic card as maintained by Wizards of the Coast. It supersedes any printed text on older cards.

Rust Scarab's current oracle text is: "Whenever this creature becomes blocked, you may destroy target artifact or enchantment defending player controls."

What is the current price of Rust Scarab? Pricing

The current market price for Rust Scarab is approximately $0.07 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.18 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.09 EUR.

Where can I buy Rust Scarab? Pricing

You can purchase Rust Scarab from major MTG retailers including:

Prices vary by condition and printing. Check multiple sellers to find the best price.

What is the difference between normal and foil cards? Pricing

Foil cards have a shiny, holographic finish that makes them more collectible. They are functionally identical to normal cards but typically cost more due to their rarity and visual appeal.

Rust Scarab normal: $0.07 | foil: $0.18

Is Rust Scarab legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Rust Scarab in Standard is not available.

Standard is a rotating format that only allows cards from the most recent sets.

Is Rust Scarab legal in Modern? Legality

Rust Scarab is Legal in Modern format.

Modern includes all cards printed in a standard-legal set from 8th Edition forward.

Is Rust Scarab legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Rust Scarab is Legal in Commander (EDH) format.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Rust Scarab legal in Pioneer? Legality

Rust Scarab is Legal in Pioneer format.

Pioneer is a non-rotating format that includes all standard-legal sets from Return to Ravnica forward.

Is Rust Scarab legal in Legacy? Legality

Rust Scarab is Legal in Legacy format.

Legacy allows almost all cards ever printed, with a substantial ban list for balance.

Is Rust Scarab legal in Vintage? Legality

Rust Scarab is Legal in Vintage format.

Vintage is the most permissive format, allowing almost all cards with only a minimal ban list. Some powerful cards are "Restricted" (limited to 1 copy).

Is Rust Scarab legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Rust Scarab in Pauper is not available.

Pauper only allows cards that have been printed at common rarity in a paper or online set.

What is format legality in MTG? Legality

Format legality indicates which official MTG formats allow a card to be played:

  • Legal: Card is allowed in the format
  • Banned: Card is prohibited from play
  • Restricted: Limited to 1 copy (Vintage only)
  • Not Legal: Card was never part of that format's card pool

Different formats have different banned lists based on power level and game balance.

What set is Rust Scarab from? Details

This printing of Rust Scarab is from GTC (GTC), with collector number 130.

Rust Scarab may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Rust Scarab's rarity? Details

Rust Scarab is a uncommon card in GTC.

Card rarity affects both availability and price. From rarest to most common: Mythic Rare → Rare → Uncommon → Common.

Who illustrated Rust Scarab? Details

Rust Scarab was illustrated by Adam Paquette.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

What is Rust Scarab's power and toughness? Details

Rust Scarab is a 4/5 creature.

Power (4) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (5) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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