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Hornet Nest
M15 · Magic 2015 #177 · Rare · released 2014-07-18
{2}{G}
Creature — Insect
Defender (This creature can't attack.)
Whenever this creature is dealt damage, create that many 1/1 green Insect creature tokens with flying and deathtouch. (Any amount of damage a creature with deathtouch deals to a creature is enough to destroy it.)
Hornet Nest is a rare green creature from Magic 2015 (2014). It has been printed 6 times across 6 sets, from 2014 to 2025. Recent market prices range from $0.35 to $6.24 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker, Historic, Brawl and Penny Dreadful.
USD$1.62
USD Foil$6.40
Format legality
Where you can play Hornet Nest in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerLegal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricLegal
BrawlLegal
Penny DreadfulLegal
All printings (6)
Prices range from $0.35 to $6.24 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Starter Commander Decks at $0.35.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magic 2015 This page | 177 | Rare | $1.42 | $6.24 |
| The List | M15-177 | Rare | $1.82 | — |
| Commander 2021 | 192 | Rare | $1.89 | — |
| Starter Commander Decks | 189 | Rare | $0.35 | — |
| Pioneer Masters | 180 | Rare | — | — |
| Tarkir: Dragonstorm Commander | 259 | Rare | $0.38 | — |
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Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (1).
- 2014-07-18Hornet Nest’s triggered ability will trigger even if it’s dealt lethal damage. For example, if it’s dealt 7 damage, its ability will trigger and you’ll put seven Insect creature tokens onto the battlefield.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hornet Nest legal in Commander?
Yes — Hornet Nest is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Hornet Nest legal in?
Hornet Nest is legal in Pioneer, Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker, Historic, Brawl and Penny Dreadful.
How many times has Hornet Nest been printed?
Hornet Nest has been printed 6 times across 6 sets, from 2014 to 2025.
What is the cheapest printing of Hornet Nest?
The cheapest printing is Starter Commander Decks (#189) at about $0.35.
Who illustrated Hornet Nest?
This printing of Hornet Nest was illustrated by Adam Paquette.