Needlebug
Needlebug is a Uncommon Artifact Creature — Insect from Mirrodin (217) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {4}. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.38 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Needlebug suits collectors and players working on Mirrodin who need the Uncommon slot. This is typically a low-cost slot for master sets; avoid overpaying unless you need a specific finish or near-mint condition.
What is Needlebug from Mirrodin?
Needlebug is a Artifact Creature — Insect in Mirrodin numbered 217. Mana cost {4}. Needlebug (217) from Mirrodin should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Mirrodin. Collector number 217 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Needlebug worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.38 for Needlebug. Low and high spread runs $0.38 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.03; foil: $0.38; Normal: $0.14. This printing is from Mirrodin. Collector number 217 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Mirrodin |
|---|---|
| Number | 217 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.38 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.03 |
| cardmarket | $0.03 |
| foil | $0.38 |
| Normal | $0.14 |
Card stats
| Power | 2 |
|---|
How collectible is Needlebug?
Needlebug is a Uncommon printing in Mirrodin. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Mirrodin. Collector number 217 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2003.
What are the key details for Needlebug?
Needlebug lists as Artifact Creature — Insect with keywords Protection, Flash. Artist: Paolo Parente. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Mirrodin. Collector number 217 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
Cactaur's take
Needlebug (217) from Mirrodin should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Needlebug is catalogued as Uncommon Artifact Creature — Insect in Mirrodin, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.38 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.03; foil: $0.38; Normal: $0.14).
- Mana cost {4} and type line Artifact Creature — Insect help deck builders confirm the correct printing quickly.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition and finish — near-mint estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Treat this as a low-stakes master-set slot unless you are paying for gem condition or a specific finish.
FAQ
What is Needlebug from Mirrodin?
Needlebug is a Uncommon Artifact Creature — Insect from Mirrodin numbered 217 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Needlebug worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.38 for ungraded Needlebug. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Needlebug?
Needlebug is catalogued as Uncommon in Mirrodin. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing. This printing is from Mirrodin.
Is Needlebug legal in Commander or Standard?
Needlebug shows format legality in modern, legacy, vintage, penny based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Needlebug near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.38. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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