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Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper
Price tag $0.77

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Alharu, Solemn Ritualist Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper
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Abzan

Playstyle & Strategy

+1/+1 Counters 50% Lifegain 50%

How it feels to play against

Mildly Annoying Some frustrating moments but still fun.

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Mana Pool $0.15
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Partner Commanders

This combination consists of these two partner commanders:

Alharu, Solemn Ritualist Alharu, Solemn Ritualist
Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper

High Synergy Cards

Cards that work exceptionally well with Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper's abilities and overall game plan.

Cursed Wombat Cursed Wombat
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.19
Lifecreed Duo Lifecreed Duo
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.16
Essence Channeler Essence Channeler
+98% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.46
Nykthos Paragon Nykthos Paragon
+98% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.25
Bloodthirsty Aerialist Bloodthirsty Aerialist
+66% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.39
Armorcraft Judge Armorcraft Judge
+65% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.15
Witch of the Moors Witch of the Moors
+65% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.41
Master Chef Master Chef
+64% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.23
Conclave Mentor Conclave Mentor
+63% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.74
Expel the Unworthy Expel the Unworthy
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.08

Creatures

Essential creatures that complement Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper's strategy through synergy, utility, or raw power.

Cursed Wombat Cursed Wombat
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.19
Lifecreed Duo Lifecreed Duo
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.16
Essence Channeler Essence Channeler
+98% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.46
Nykthos Paragon Nykthos Paragon
+98% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.25
Bloodthirsty Aerialist Bloodthirsty Aerialist
+66% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.39
Armorcraft Judge Armorcraft Judge
+65% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.15
Witch of the Moors Witch of the Moors
+65% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.41
Conclave Mentor Conclave Mentor
+63% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.74
Lathiel, the Bounteous Dawn Lathiel, the Bounteous Dawn
+61% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.85
Prairie Dog Prairie Dog
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.22
Ajani's Pridemate Ajani's Pridemate
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.24
Blood Researcher Blood Researcher
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.18
Celestial Unicorn Celestial Unicorn
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.23
Cliffhaven Vampire Cliffhaven Vampire
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.53
Deepwood Denizen Deepwood Denizen
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.22
Distinguished Conjurer Distinguished Conjurer
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.24
Enduring Scalelord Enduring Scalelord
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.28
Leonin Vanguard Leonin Vanguard
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.28
Shessra, Death's Whisper Shessra, Death's Whisper
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.21
Silversmote Ghoul Silversmote Ghoul
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.34
Soulmender Soulmender
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.20
Soul of Eternity Soul of Eternity
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.31
Speaker of the Heavens Speaker of the Heavens
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.46
Traveling Minister Traveling Minister
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.15
Cloaked Cadet Cloaked Cadet
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.11
Vish Kal, Blood Arbiter Vish Kal, Blood Arbiter
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.61
Elite Scaleguard Elite Scaleguard
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.19
Bloodbond Vampire Bloodbond Vampire
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.30
Angel of Vitality Angel of Vitality
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.27
Ayli, Eternal Pilgrim Ayli, Eternal Pilgrim
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.24
Ezzaroot Channeler Ezzaroot Channeler
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $1.19
Lunarch Veteran Luminous Phantom Lunarch Veteran
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.35
Vizkopa Guildmage Vizkopa Guildmage
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.61
Voice of the Blessed Voice of the Blessed
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $2.44
Juniper Order Ranger Juniper Order Ranger
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.33
Leinore, Autumn Sovereign Leinore, Autumn Sovereign
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.51
Leyline Prowler Leyline Prowler
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.41
Marauding Blight-Priest Marauding Blight-Priest
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.38
Fertilid Fertilid
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.31
Mikaeus, the Lunarch Mikaeus, the Lunarch
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.91
Gyre Sage Gyre Sage
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $2.58
Daxos, Blessed by the Sun Daxos, Blessed by the Sun
+30% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.35
Incubation Druid Incubation Druid
+30% Synergy in 33% of decks $2.90
Abzan Falconer Abzan Falconer
+30% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.94
Wood Elves Wood Elves
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.25
Dina, Soul Steeper Dina, Soul Steeper
+27% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.33
Champion of Lambholt Champion of Lambholt
+27% Synergy in 33% of decks $4.35
Shalai, Voice of Plenty Shalai, Voice of Plenty
+27% Synergy in 33% of decks $1.10
Soul Warden Soul Warden
+25% Synergy in 33% of decks $4.61
Elas il-Kor, Sadistic Pilgrim Elas il-Kor, Sadistic Pilgrim
+21% Synergy in 33% of decks $3.36

Instants

Key instant-speed responses for protection, removal, and keeping Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper safe.

Bleed Dry Bleed Dry
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.18
Nightmare's Thirst Nightmare's Thirst
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.15
Pledge of Unity Pledge of Unity
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.30
Costly Plunder Costly Plunder
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.25
Invoke the Divine Invoke the Divine
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.25
Return to Nature Return to Nature
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.32
Get Lost Get Lost
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $3.47
Cosmic Rebirth Cosmic Rebirth
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.28
Plumb the Forbidden Plumb the Forbidden
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.37
Nature's Claim Nature's Claim
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $1.38
Mortality Spear Mortality Spear
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.27
Inspiring Call Inspiring Call
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.38
Deadly Dispute Deadly Dispute
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.30
Eladamri's Call Eladamri's Call
+25% Synergy in 33% of decks $11.49
Abzan Charm Abzan Charm
+24% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.27
Swords to Plowshares Swords to Plowshares
+3% Synergy in 67% of decks $1.44
Path to Exile Path to Exile
-14% Synergy in 33% of decks $1.14

Sorceries

Important sorcery spells that advance Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper's game plan and control the board.

Ambition's Cost Ambition's Cost
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.67
Gruesome Menagerie Gruesome Menagerie
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.20
Command the Dreadhorde Command the Dreadhorde
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.51
Late to Dinner Late to Dinner
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.26
Search for Glory Search for Glory
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.70
Spider Food Spider Food
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.28
Migration Path Migration Path
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.40
Rishkar's Expertise Rishkar's Expertise
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $4.45
Breach the Multiverse Breach the Multiverse
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $9.29
Thirsting Roots Thirsting Roots
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.55
Duneblast Duneblast
+30% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.29
Shamanic Revelation Shamanic Revelation
+30% Synergy in 33% of decks $1.67
White Sun's Twilight White Sun's Twilight
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.31
Austere Command Austere Command
+26% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.59
Many Partings Many Partings
+26% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.22
Fumigate Fumigate
+24% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.27
Revive the Shire Revive the Shire
+24% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.27
The Battle of Bywater The Battle of Bywater
+22% Synergy in 33% of decks $2.15
Damn Damn
+19% Synergy in 33% of decks $1.83
Expel the Unworthy Expel the Unworthy
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.08

Utility Artifacts

Versatile artifacts that provide ongoing value, card selection, or strategic advantages.

Ivory Tower Ivory Tower
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.33
Tablet of the Guilds Tablet of the Guilds
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.27
Cosmos Elixir Cosmos Elixir
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $2.64
Conjurer's Closet Conjurer's Closet
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $3.92
Lembas Lembas
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $1.00
Witch's Oven Witch's Oven
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.75
Aetherflux Reservoir Aetherflux Reservoir
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $21.64
Idol of Oblivion Idol of Oblivion
+27% Synergy in 33% of decks $3.14
Well of Lost Dreams Well of Lost Dreams
+24% Synergy in 33% of decks $4.99

Enchantments

Powerful enchantments that support Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper's strategy and create lasting battlefield effects.

Master Chef Master Chef
+64% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.23
Phyrexian Arena Phyrexian Arena
+52% Synergy in 67% of decks $2.94
Campaign of Vengeance Campaign of Vengeance
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.23
Ordeal of Nylea Ordeal of Nylea
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.12
Righteous Cause Righteous Cause
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.52
Leyline of Abundance Leyline of Abundance
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $2.09
Fae Offering Fae Offering
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.25
Ajani's Welcome Ajani's Welcome
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $2.57
Welcome to Sweettooth Welcome to Sweettooth
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.29
Trail of Crumbs Trail of Crumbs
+30% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.42
Cleric Class Cleric Class
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $2.21
Teleportation Circle Teleportation Circle
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $11.48
Agent of the Iron Throne Agent of the Iron Throne
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.47
Abzan Ascendancy Abzan Ascendancy
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.22
Cathars' Crusade Cathars' Crusade
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $8.53
Guardian Project Guardian Project
+27% Synergy in 33% of decks $15.59
Night of the Sweets' Revenge Night of the Sweets' Revenge
+27% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.57
Of Herbs and Stewed Rabbit Of Herbs and Stewed Rabbit
+24% Synergy in 33% of decks $1.04

Planeswalkers

Planeswalkers that work alongside Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper to provide ongoing value and board presence.

Sorin, Vengeful Bloodlord Sorin, Vengeful Bloodlord
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $2.65
Basri Ket Basri Ket
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $1.30
The Eternal Wanderer The Eternal Wanderer
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $1.97

Utility Lands

Non-basic lands that offer additional utility beyond just mana production.

Llanowar Reborn Llanowar Reborn
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.35
Radiant Fountain Radiant Fountain
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $2.32
Oran-Rief, the Vastwood Oran-Rief, the Vastwood
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.70
Gingerbread Cabin Gingerbread Cabin
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.45
Ghost Quarter Ghost Quarter
+26% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.92
Gavony Township Gavony Township
+25% Synergy in 33% of decks $5.72
The Shire The Shire
+21% Synergy in 33% of decks $2.32

Mana Artifacts

Artifacts focused on mana acceleration and color fixing for consistent gameplay.

Hierophant's Chalice Hierophant's Chalice
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.22
Pristine Talisman Pristine Talisman
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.40
Talisman of Hierarchy Talisman of Hierarchy
+26% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.39
Talisman of Unity Talisman of Unity
+26% Synergy in 33% of decks $4.19
Talisman of Resilience Talisman of Resilience
+25% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.47
Sol Ring Sol Ring
+20% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.25
Arcane Signet Arcane Signet
+1% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.37

Lands

The mana base foundation for Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper decks, ensuring smooth and reliable mana development.

Krosan Verge Krosan Verge
+54% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.26
Caves of Koilos Caves of Koilos
+39% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.30
Brushland Brushland
+39% Synergy in 67% of decks $1.44
Vault of Champions Vault of Champions
+39% Synergy in 67% of decks $16.60
Captivating Cave Captivating Cave
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.16
Forsaken Sanctuary Forsaken Sanctuary
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.20
Silverquill Campus Silverquill Campus
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.30
Tranquil Expanse Tranquil Expanse
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.08
Witherbloom Campus Witherbloom Campus
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.26
Brokers Hideout Brokers Hideout
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.47
Cabaretti Courtyard Cabaretti Courtyard
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.34
Foul Orchard Foul Orchard
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.31
Obscura Storefront Obscura Storefront
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.30
Golgari Guildgate Golgari Guildgate
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.14
Orzhov Guildgate Orzhov Guildgate
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.18
Selesnya Guildgate Selesnya Guildgate
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.12
Blossoming Sands Blossoming Sands
+26% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.28
Branchloft Pathway Boulderloft Pathway Branchloft Pathway
+26% Synergy in 33% of decks $2.97
Jungle Hollow Jungle Hollow
+25% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.20
Godless Shrine Godless Shrine
+22% Synergy in 67% of decks $8.28
Myriad Landscape Myriad Landscape
+22% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.31
Scoured Barrens Scoured Barrens
+20% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.24
Fabled Passage Fabled Passage
+20% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.94
Deathcap Glade Deathcap Glade
+19% Synergy in 33% of decks $2.59
Terramorphic Expanse Terramorphic Expanse
+18% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.17
Overgrown Farmland Overgrown Farmland
+13% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.80
Evolving Wilds Evolving Wilds
+5% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.10
Isolated Chapel Isolated Chapel
-6% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.26
Temple Garden Temple Garden
-12% Synergy in 33% of decks $6.05
Canopy Vista Canopy Vista
-12% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.40
Overgrown Tomb Overgrown Tomb
-13% Synergy in 33% of decks $7.54
Sandsteppe Citadel Sandsteppe Citadel
-19% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.29
Exotic Orchard Exotic Orchard
-22% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.25
Command Tower Command Tower
-24% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.23

Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper Deck Stats

Based on 3 Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper decks.

Average Mana Curve nonland cards
Card Types in the average deck
98 cards
  • Creature 35
  • Instant 6
  • Sorcery 7
  • Artifact 6
  • Enchantment 7
  • Planeswalker 1
  • Land 36

Lands: 17 basic, 19 nonbasic

Most Played Combos

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Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion Flaming Fist Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion // Flaming Fist
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Ravos, Soultender Reyhan, Last of the Abzan Ravos, Soultender // Reyhan, Last of the Abzan
Reyhan, Last of the Abzan Sidar Kondo of Jamuraa Reyhan, Last of the Abzan // Sidar Kondo of Jamuraa
Reyhan, Last of the Abzan Tymna the Weaver Reyhan, Last of the Abzan // Tymna the Weaver
Anara, Wolvid Familiar Katerina of Myra's Marvels Anara, Wolvid Familiar // Katerina of Myra's Marvels
Slurrk, All-Ingesting Tymna the Weaver Slurrk, All-Ingesting // Tymna the Weaver
Prava of the Steel Legion Reyhan, Last of the Abzan Prava of the Steel Legion // Reyhan, Last of the Abzan
Akroma, Vision of Ixidor Reyhan, Last of the Abzan Akroma, Vision of Ixidor // Reyhan, Last of the Abzan
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Alharu, Solemn Ritualist Sengir, the Dark Baron Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Sengir, the Dark Baron
Alharu, Solemn Ritualist Slurrk, All-Ingesting Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Slurrk, All-Ingesting
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Kamahl, Heart of Krosa Keleth, Sunmane Familiar Kamahl, Heart of Krosa // Keleth, Sunmane Familiar
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Livio, Oathsworn Sentinel Numa, Joraga Chieftain Livio, Oathsworn Sentinel // Numa, Joraga Chieftain
Skanos Dragonheart Noble Heritage Skanos Dragonheart // Noble Heritage
Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion Master Chef Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion // Master Chef
Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion Noble Heritage Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion // Noble Heritage
Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion Raised by Giants Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion // Raised by Giants
Francisco, Fowl Marauder Sengir, the Dark Baron Francisco, Fowl Marauder // Sengir, the Dark Baron
Francisco, Fowl Marauder Slurrk, All-Ingesting Francisco, Fowl Marauder // Slurrk, All-Ingesting
Halsin, Emerald Archdruid Noble Heritage Halsin, Emerald Archdruid // Noble Heritage
Reyhan, Last of the Abzan Sengir, the Dark Baron Reyhan, Last of the Abzan // Sengir, the Dark Baron
Reyhan, Last of the Abzan Tevesh Szat, Doom of Fools Reyhan, Last of the Abzan // Tevesh Szat, Doom of Fools
Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker Reyhan, Last of the Abzan Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker // Reyhan, Last of the Abzan
Akiri, Line-Slinger Reyhan, Last of the Abzan Akiri, Line-Slinger // Reyhan, Last of the Abzan
Lulu, Loyal Hollyphant Acolyte of Bahamut Lulu, Loyal Hollyphant // Acolyte of Bahamut
Lulu, Loyal Hollyphant Faceless One Lulu, Loyal Hollyphant // Faceless One
Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder Reyhan, Last of the Abzan Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder // Reyhan, Last of the Abzan
Slurrk, All-Ingesting Yoshimaru, Ever Faithful Slurrk, All-Ingesting // Yoshimaru, Ever Faithful
Prava of the Steel Legion Slurrk, All-Ingesting Prava of the Steel Legion // Slurrk, All-Ingesting
Sengir, the Dark Baron Slurrk, All-Ingesting Sengir, the Dark Baron // Slurrk, All-Ingesting
Gilanra, Caller of Wirewood Reyhan, Last of the Abzan Gilanra, Caller of Wirewood // Reyhan, Last of the Abzan
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Durnan of the Yawning Portal Master Chef Durnan of the Yawning Portal // Master Chef
Durnan of the Yawning Portal Noble Heritage Durnan of the Yawning Portal // Noble Heritage