Apocalypse Hydra
Apocalypse Hydra Price Summary
As of Aug 1, 2026, the cheapest tracked printing of Apocalypse Hydra is $0.69 (MM2 #171), and the most expensive is $6.07 (CON #98, Foil). The benchmark price (cheapest playable nonfoil) is $0.73, up 5.8% over 7 days, up 4.3% over 30 days, up 23.7% over 90 days. All-time tracked high: $0.84 (2025).
Apocalypse Hydra Printings & Prices
Apocalypse Hydra has 3 tracked printings across 3 sets, in nonfoil and foil finishes.
Sell Apocalypse Hydra: Buylist Offers
Card Kingdom currently pays $4.40 cash for CON #98 (Foil); the retail-buylist spread on that printing is 45% (wide).
| Buyer | Printing | Finish | Cash offer | Retail | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Card Kingdom | CON #98 | Foil | $4.40 | $7.99 | 45% |
| CoolStuffInc | CON #98 | Foil | $4.00 | — | — |
| starcitygames | CON #98 | Foil | $2.50 | — | — |
| CoolStuffInc | BBD #217 | Foil | $0.75 | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | BBD #217 | Foil | $0.75 | $2.49 | 70% |
| CoolStuffInc | CON #98 | Nonfoil | $0.50 | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | MM2 #171 | Foil | $0.45 | $1.49 | 70% |
| starcitygames | CON #98 | Nonfoil | $0.25 | — | — |
| starcitygames | BBD #217 | Foil | $0.25 | — | — |
| starcitygames | MM2 #171 | Foil | $0.25 | — | — |
Apocalypse Hydra Rules Text & Legality
This creature enters with X +1/+1 counters on it. If X is 5 or more, it enters with an additional X +1/+1 counters on it.
{1}{R}, Remove a +1/+1 counter from this creature: It deals 1 damage to any target.
Apocalypse Hydra is legal in Modern, Legacy and Commander, and not legal in Standard, Pioneer and Pauper.
Apocalypse Hydra Rulings
- Feb 1, 2009 For example, if X is 4, Apocalypse Hydra enters with four +1/+1 counters on it, but if X is 5, it enters with ten +1/+1 counters on it.
- Feb 1, 2009 The first ability checks the number you chose for X, not the amount of mana you actually spent.
Reprints & Reprint Risk
Apocalypse Hydra has been reprinted 6 times.
| Set | Date | Rarity | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBD #217 | 2018-06-08 | Rare | Standard |
| BBD #217 | 2018-06-08 | Rare | Standard |
| MM2 #171 | 2015-05-22 | Rare | Standard |
| MM2 #171 | 2015-05-22 | Rare | Standard |
| CON #98 | 2009-02-06 | Mythic | Standard |
| CON #98 | 2009-02-06 | Mythic | Standard |
BBD #217 
MM2 #171 
CON #98 Apocalypse Hydra in Commander
Apocalypse Hydra is the #10,099 most-played card on EDHREC, down 145 places over the last 30 days.
Apocalypse Hydra FAQ
How much is Apocalypse Hydra worth?
Apocalypse Hydra is worth about $0.73 for its cheapest playable printing as of Aug 1, 2026. Prices range from $0.69 to $6.07 across 3 tracked printings.
Is Apocalypse Hydra legal in Commander?
Yes — Apocalypse Hydra is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Modern and Legacy.
Has Apocalypse Hydra been reprinted?
Yes — Apocalypse Hydra has been reprinted 6 times, with 3 printings tracked on The Index.
Why is Apocalypse Hydra cheap?
Apocalypse Hydra trades at about $0.73 — 6 reprints keep supply plentiful, and Commander demand is modest (#10,099 on EDHREC).