Quick Answer

Mistcutter Hydra is a rare Creature — Hydra from PIO (PIO) costing {X}{G}. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Mistcutter Hydra MTG card

Mistcutter Hydra

Creature — Hydra

Card Text

This spell can't be countered. Haste, protection from blue This creature enters with X +1/+1 counters on it.

Card Stats

0/0 rare CMC: 1.0 PIO PIO 🎨 Ryan Pancoast
Haste Protection

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Penny Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mistcutter Hydra? Basics

Mistcutter Hydra is a Creature — Hydra card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "This spell can't be countered. Haste, protection from blue This creature enters with X +1/+1 counters on it."

How much mana does Mistcutter Hydra cost to cast? Basics

Mistcutter Hydra has a mana cost of {X}{G}, which equals 1.0 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.

Mistcutter Hydra's mana cost of {X}{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.

Mistcutter Hydra has a mana value of 1.0. 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.

Mistcutter Hydra's current oracle text is: "This spell can't be countered. Haste, protection from blue This creature enters with X +1/+1 counters on it."

What is the current price of Mistcutter Hydra? Pricing

Price data for Mistcutter Hydra is currently unavailable. Check TCGPlayer or Card Kingdom for current prices.

Where can I buy Mistcutter Hydra? Pricing

You can purchase Mistcutter Hydra 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 Mistcutter Hydra legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Mistcutter Hydra in Standard is not available.

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

Is Mistcutter Hydra legal in Modern? Legality

Mistcutter Hydra is Legal in Modern format.

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

Is Mistcutter Hydra legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Mistcutter Hydra 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 Mistcutter Hydra legal in Pioneer? Legality

Mistcutter Hydra is Legal in Pioneer format.

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

Is Mistcutter Hydra legal in Legacy? Legality

Mistcutter Hydra is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Mistcutter Hydra legal in Vintage? Legality

Mistcutter Hydra 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 Mistcutter Hydra legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Mistcutter Hydra 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 Mistcutter Hydra from? Details

This printing of Mistcutter Hydra is from PIO (PIO), with collector number 184.

Mistcutter Hydra may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Mistcutter Hydra's rarity? Details

Mistcutter Hydra is a rare card in PIO.

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

Who illustrated Mistcutter Hydra? Details

Mistcutter Hydra was illustrated by Ryan Pancoast.

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

What is Mistcutter Hydra's power and toughness? Details

Mistcutter Hydra 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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