A Poisoner's Guide to LA Pythium

[LDiCesare]

I want to point out serpent acolytes, with 50% poison resistance, are the cheapest commanders for hydra armies. They can cast resist poison and get 100% PR before being hurt by their pets, and bless them on the following round.
If you're short on money, you can afford one of the dorks instead of a serpent priest if that means one more hydra that turn.