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Hydra — Mythological Miniatures STL miniature by Clay Cyanide

Hydra

Mythological Miniatures
Scale32mm, 75mm
FormatSTL, Pre-supported STL
PresupportedYes
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The Legend

The Hydra does not die. Cut one head and two grow back, each more furious than the last. In the swamps of Lerna, where the air hangs thick with poison and the water runs black, the serpent waits — not sleeping, not hunting, simply existing as an engine of regeneration that has outlived every hero foolish enough to approach it. Clay Cyanide's Hydra captures the moment of maximum threat: all heads extended, jaws agape, the body coiled to strike in every direction at once. The scale work on each neck is individually sculpted — no copy-paste, no mirrored geometry. This is a creature that earns its place at the center of your table.

In Your Campaign

CR Range: 8 (standard) to 17+ (scaled mythic encounter)

Encounter Design: The Hydra excels as a multi-phase boss fight. Each head can target a different player, forcing the party to coordinate their attacks. Pair with difficult terrain (swamp, shallow water) to limit mobility. The regeneration mechanic rewards creative problem-solving — fire damage, cauterization, environmental hazards.

Campaign Hooks: Guardian of an ancient temple. A bounty that adventuring guilds consider a death sentence. The pet of a swamp hag who feeds it intruders. The final test in a gladiatorial arena.

Technical Specifications

Native Scale

32mm, 75mm

File Contents

STL, Pre-supported STL

Recommended Resin

Standard or ABS-like resin, 0.05mm layer height

Presupported

Yes — ready to print, optimized supports included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many heads does the Clay Cyanide Hydra miniature have?

The sculpt features multiple heads in dynamic poses, each individually sculpted with unique expressions and scale patterns. The exact count varies by configuration — check the product page for assembly options.

What base size does the Hydra fit on?

At 32mm scale, the Hydra occupies a Huge (3x3) base. At 75mm display scale, it spans approximately 6-7 inches across.

Is the Hydra miniature presupported?

Yes. Both supported and unsupported STL files are included. The presupported version is optimized for resin printing at 0.05mm layer height.