Quick Answer

Gyrus, Waker of Corpses is a mythic Legendary Creature — Hydra from C18 (C18) costing {X}{B}{R}{G}. Legal in Commander.

Gyrus, Waker of Corpses MTG card

Gyrus, Waker of Corpses

Legendary Creature — Hydra

Card Text

Gyrus enters with a number of +1/+1 counters on it equal to the amount of mana spent to cast it. Whenever Gyrus attacks, you may exile target creature card with lesser power from your graveyard. If you do, create a token that's a copy of that card and that's tapped and attacking. Exile the token at end of combat.

Card Stats

0/0 mythic CMC: 3.0 C18 C18 🎨 Slawomir Maniak

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Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gyrus, Waker of Corpses? Basics

Gyrus, Waker of Corpses is a Legendary Creature — Hydra card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Gyrus enters with a number of +1/+1 counters on it equal to the amount of mana spent to cast it. Whenever Gyrus attacks, you may exile target creature card with lesser power from your graveyard. If you do, create a token that's a copy of that card and that's tapped and attacking. Exile the token at end of combat."

How much mana does Gyrus, Waker of Corpses cost to cast? Basics

Gyrus, Waker of Corpses has a mana cost of {X}{B}{R}{G}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, G, R 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.

Gyrus, Waker of Corpses's mana cost of {X}{B}{R}{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.

Gyrus, Waker of Corpses has a mana value of 3.0. 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.

Gyrus, Waker of Corpses's current oracle text is: "Gyrus enters with a number of +1/+1 counters on it equal to the amount of mana spent to cast it. Whenever Gyrus attacks, you may exile target creature card with lesser power from your graveyard. If you do, create a token that's a copy of that card and that's tapped and attacking. Exile the token at end of combat."

What is the current price of Gyrus, Waker of Corpses? Pricing

Price data for Gyrus, Waker of Corpses is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Gyrus, Waker of Corpses? Pricing

You can purchase Gyrus, Waker of Corpses 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.

Is Gyrus, Waker of Corpses legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Gyrus, Waker of Corpses in Standard is not available.

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

Is Gyrus, Waker of Corpses legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Gyrus, Waker of Corpses in Modern is not available.

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

Is Gyrus, Waker of Corpses legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Gyrus, Waker of Corpses 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 Gyrus, Waker of Corpses legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Gyrus, Waker of Corpses in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Gyrus, Waker of Corpses legal in Legacy? Legality

Gyrus, Waker of Corpses is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Gyrus, Waker of Corpses legal in Vintage? Legality

Gyrus, Waker of Corpses 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 Gyrus, Waker of Corpses legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Gyrus, Waker of Corpses 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 Gyrus, Waker of Corpses from? Details

This printing of Gyrus, Waker of Corpses is from C18 (C18), with collector number 41.

Gyrus, Waker of Corpses may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Gyrus, Waker of Corpses's rarity? Details

Gyrus, Waker of Corpses is a mythic card in C18.

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

Who illustrated Gyrus, Waker of Corpses? Details

Gyrus, Waker of Corpses was illustrated by Slawomir Maniak.

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

What is Gyrus, Waker of Corpses's power and toughness? Details

Gyrus, Waker of Corpses is a 0/0 creature.

Power (0) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (0) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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