Quick Answer

Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge is a mythic Legendary Creature — Otter Incarnation from YBLB (YBLB) costing {4}{U}{R}.

Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge MTG card

Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge

Legendary Creature — Otter Incarnation

Card Text

When Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge enters, conjure a card named Lightning Bolt into your library. It perpetually gains storm. Then shuffle. Whenever you cast an instant or sorcery spell, draw a card.

Card Stats

5/5 mythic CMC: 6.0 YBLB YBLB 🎨 Michele Giorgi
Conjure

Format Legality

Alchemy Legal
Brawl Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Timeless Legal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge? Basics

Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge is a Legendary Creature — Otter Incarnation card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "When Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge enters, conjure a card named Lightning Bolt into your library. It perpetually gains storm. Then shuffle. Whenever you cast an instant or sorcery spell, draw a card."

How much mana does Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge cost to cast? Basics

Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge has a mana cost of {4}{U}{R}, which equals 6.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R, U 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.

Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge's mana cost of {4}{U}{R} 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.

Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge has a mana value of 6.0. 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.

Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge's current oracle text is: "When Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge enters, conjure a card named Lightning Bolt into your library. It perpetually gains storm. Then shuffle. Whenever you cast an instant or sorcery spell, draw a card."

What is the current price of Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge? Pricing

Price data for Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge? Pricing

You can purchase Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge 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 Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge in Standard is not available.

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

Is Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge in Modern is not available.

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

Is Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Format legality information for Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge in Commander is not available.

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

Is Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge legal in Legacy? Legality

Format legality information for Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge in Legacy is not available.

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

Is Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge legal in Vintage? Legality

Format legality information for Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge in Vintage is not available.

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 Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge 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 Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge from? Details

This printing of Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge is from YBLB (YBLB), with collector number 25.

Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge's rarity? Details

Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge is a mythic card in YBLB.

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

Who illustrated Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge? Details

Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge was illustrated by Michele Giorgi.

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

What is Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge's power and toughness? Details

Indris, the Hydrostatic Surge is a 5/5 creature.

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

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