A-Briar Hydra (A-286), a rare Plant Hydra creature from the 2024 Magic: The Gathering Dominaria United set, designed by Caio Monteiro.
A-Briar Hydra
2024 • Magic: The Gathering • Dominaria United
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The A-Briar Hydra, designated as card A-286, is a distinct entry in the 2024 Magic: The Gathering Dominaria United set. As a rare Plant Hydra creature, this card brings significant board presence with a mana cost of {3}{G} and a formidable 5/5 power and toughness. Designed by artist Caio Monteiro, the card’s visual presentation highlights the creature's imposing nature within the set's aesthetic framework. Gameplay mechanics center on its Domain ability, which allows the player to leverage their land base for strategic advantage. When A-Briar Hydra deals combat damage to a player, it triggers the placement of +1/+1 counters on a target creature you control, with the quantity determined by the number of basic land types among your controlled lands. This interaction makes it a versatile tool for aggressive strategies that rely on land diversity. The Trample keyword further enhances its offensive potential, ensuring damage can bypass blockers to impact the opponent directly. For enthusiasts of the Trading Card Game, this card represents a solid addition for collectors focusing on the Dominaria United expansion.
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A-Briar Hydra
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Caio Monteiro
Card Stock
English
{3}{G}
Creature — Plant Hydra
5 / 5
G
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Trample Domain — Whenever Briar Hydra deals combat damage to a player, put X +1/+1 counters on target creature you control, where X is the number of basic land types among lands you control.