Quick Answer

Zaxara, the Exemplary is a mythic Legendary Creature — Nightmare Hydra from SLD (SLD) costing {1}{B}{G}{U}. Legal in Commander.

Zaxara, the Exemplary MTG card

Zaxara, the Exemplary

Legendary Creature — Nightmare Hydra

Card Text

Deathtouch {T}: Add two mana of any one color. Whenever you cast a spell with {X} in its mana cost, create a 0/0 green Hydra creature token, then put X +1/+1 counters on it.

Card Stats

2/3 mythic CMC: 4.0 SLD SLD 🎨 CatDirty
Deathtouch

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Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Zaxara, the Exemplary? Basics

Zaxara, the Exemplary is a Legendary Creature — Nightmare Hydra card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Deathtouch {T}: Add two mana of any one color. Whenever you cast a spell with {X} in its mana cost, create a 0/0 green Hydra creature token, then put X +1/+1 counters on it."

How much mana does Zaxara, the Exemplary cost to cast? Basics

Zaxara, the Exemplary has a mana cost of {1}{B}{G}{U}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires B, G, 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.

Zaxara, the Exemplary's mana cost of {1}{B}{G}{U} 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.

Zaxara, the Exemplary has a mana value of 4.0. 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.

Zaxara, the Exemplary's current oracle text is: "Deathtouch {T}: Add two mana of any one color. Whenever you cast a spell with {X} in its mana cost, create a 0/0 green Hydra creature token, then put X +1/+1 counters on it."

What is the current price of Zaxara, the Exemplary? Pricing

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Where can I buy Zaxara, the Exemplary? Pricing

You can purchase Zaxara, the Exemplary 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 Zaxara, the Exemplary legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Zaxara, the Exemplary in Standard is not available.

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

Is Zaxara, the Exemplary legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Zaxara, the Exemplary in Modern is not available.

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

Is Zaxara, the Exemplary legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Zaxara, the Exemplary 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 Zaxara, the Exemplary legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Zaxara, the Exemplary in Pioneer is not available.

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

Is Zaxara, the Exemplary legal in Legacy? Legality

Zaxara, the Exemplary is Legal in Legacy format.

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

Is Zaxara, the Exemplary legal in Vintage? Legality

Zaxara, the Exemplary 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 Zaxara, the Exemplary legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Zaxara, the Exemplary 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 Zaxara, the Exemplary from? Details

This printing of Zaxara, the Exemplary is from SLD (SLD), with collector number 1333.

Zaxara, the Exemplary may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Zaxara, the Exemplary's rarity? Details

Zaxara, the Exemplary is a mythic card in SLD.

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

Who illustrated Zaxara, the Exemplary? Details

Zaxara, the Exemplary was illustrated by CatDirty.

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

What is Zaxara, the Exemplary's power and toughness? Details

Zaxara, the Exemplary is a 2/3 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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