The Genesis Hydra, card #172 from the 2020 Commander release in Magic: The Gathering. This Plant Hydra offers unique strategic value for collectors and players alike.
Genesis Hydra
2020 • Magic: The Gathering • Commander
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The Genesis Hydra, identified as card number 172 in the 2020 Commander set, stands as a formidable Plant Hydra creature within the Magic: The Gathering universe. Designed by artist Peter Mohrbacher, this card features a mana cost of {X}{G}{G} and enters the battlefield with X +1/+1 counters, allowing for dynamic board presence. When cast, the Genesis Hydra triggers an ability that lets you reveal the top X cards of your library, potentially putting a nonland permanent with mana value X or less onto the battlefield before shuffling the rest back. This mechanic provides flexibility and resource advantage, making it a compelling piece for any green mana deck. Its straightforward yet impactful gameplay has made it a recognizable figure among Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts. Whether you are building a library or completing a set, this card represents a significant element of the Commander format's rich history.
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Genesis Hydra
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Magic: The Gathering
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Peter Mohrbacher
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English
{X}{G}{G}
Creature — Plant Hydra
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G
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When you cast this spell, reveal the top X cards of your library. You may put a nonland permanent card with mana value X or less from among them onto the battlefield. Then shuffle the rest into your library. This creature enters with X +1/+1 counters on it.