Rock Hydra is card number 172 from the 1993 International Collectors' Edition of Magic: The Gathering, featuring a unique creature design.
Rock Hydra
1993 • Magic: The Gathering • Intl. Collectors' Edition
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Rock Hydra, designated as card number 172, is a key component of the 1993 International Collectors' Edition of Magic: The Gathering. This rare creature card was designed by Jeff A. Menges and belongs to the red mana color identity. As one of the foundational cards from this historic release, it captures the early strategic depth of the trading card game. The card’s gameplay revolves around its ability to enter the battlefield with counters and grow stronger over time, making it a memorable piece for enthusiasts of the genre. For investors and hobbyists, understanding the nuances of this 1993 release helps in appreciating its place in TCG history. The International Collectors' Edition remains a significant milestone for Magic: The Gathering enthusiasts looking to own a piece of the franchise's origins.
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Rock Hydra
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Jeff A. Menges
Card Stock
English
{X}{R}{R}
Creature — Hydra
0 / 0
R
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This creature enters with X +1/+1 counters on it. For each 1 damage that would be dealt to this creature, if it has a +1/+1 counter on it, remove a +1/+1 counter from it and prevent that 1 damage. {R}: Prevent the next 1 damage that would be dealt to this creature this turn. {R}{R}{R}: Put a +1/+1 counter on this creature. Activate only during your upkeep.