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Burakos, Party Leader // Candlekeep Sage
Price tag $1.46

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Burakos, Party Leader Candlekeep Sage
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Dimir

Playstyle & Strategy

Party 36% Blink 18% cEDH 9% ETB 9% Extra Turns 9%

How it feels to play against

Mildly Annoying Some frustrating moments but still fun.

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High Synergy Cards

Cards that work exceptionally well with Burakos, Party Leader // Candlekeep Sage's abilities and overall game plan.

Time Sieve Time Sieve
+73% Synergy in 75% of decks $8.03
Black Market Connections Black Market Connections
+65% Synergy in 75% of decks $12.85
Ghostly Flicker Ghostly Flicker
+62% Synergy in 67% of decks $2.30
Beseech the Mirror Beseech the Mirror
+55% Synergy in 58% of decks $19.94
Mindblade Render Mindblade Render
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.28
Coveted Prize Coveted Prize
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.34
Disciple of the Vault Disciple of the Vault
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.30
Nadier's Nightblade Nadier's Nightblade
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.25
Deadly Rollick Deadly Rollick
+48% Synergy in 67% of decks $27.21
Grim Hireling Grim Hireling
+46% Synergy in 50% of decks $12.34

Top Cards

The most popular and reliable cards that form the backbone of successful Burakos, Party Leader // Candlekeep Sage decks.

Roaming Throne Roaming Throne
+44% Synergy in 58% of decks $49.48
Concerted Defense Concerted Defense
+42% Synergy in 42% of decks $0.20
Accursed Marauder Accursed Marauder
+41% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.32
Naru Meha, Master Wizard Naru Meha, Master Wizard
+41% Synergy in 42% of decks $1.11
Displace Displace
+40% Synergy in 42% of decks $0.27
Conjurer's Closet Conjurer's Closet
+40% Synergy in 42% of decks $3.83
Essence Flux Essence Flux
+39% Synergy in 42% of decks $1.23
Archaeomancer Archaeomancer
+38% Synergy in 42% of decks $0.36
Thieving Skydiver Thieving Skydiver
+38% Synergy in 42% of decks $0.36
Cyclonic Rift Cyclonic Rift
+24% Synergy in 50% of decks $39.05

Game Changers

Powerful cards that can single-handedly turn the tide of a game when resolved.

Rhystic Study Rhystic Study
+41% Synergy in 67% of decks $67.78
Vampiric Tutor Vampiric Tutor
+40% Synergy in 58% of decks $51.77
Demonic Tutor Demonic Tutor
+37% Synergy in 58% of decks $64.43
Ancient Tomb Ancient Tomb
+32% Synergy in 42% of decks $125.91
Fierce Guardianship Fierce Guardianship
+30% Synergy in 50% of decks $67.28
Notion Thief Notion Thief
+28% Synergy in 42% of decks $1.73
Mox Diamond Mox Diamond
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $1121.07
Mana Vault Mana Vault
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $113.01
Chrome Mox Chrome Mox
+26% Synergy in 33% of decks $166.61
The One Ring The One Ring
+26% Synergy in 33% of decks $111.03

Creatures

Essential creatures that complement Burakos, Party Leader // Candlekeep Sage's strategy through synergy, utility, or raw power.

Rev, Tithe Extractor Rev, Tithe Extractor
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $24.00
Pollywog Prodigy Pollywog Prodigy
+36% Synergy in 38% of decks $5.72
Nimble Trapfinder Nimble Trapfinder
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.21
Aether Channeler Aether Channeler
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.33
Kappa Cannoneer Kappa Cannoneer
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.36
Varragoth, Bloodsky Sire Varragoth, Bloodsky Sire
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $4.97
Displacer Kitten Displacer Kitten
+30% Synergy in 33% of decks $34.07
Orcish Bowmasters Orcish Bowmasters
+25% Synergy in 33% of decks $37.67
Solemn Doomguide Solemn Doomguide
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.19
Azami, Lady of Scrolls Azami, Lady of Scrolls
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.45
Bloodsoaked Champion Bloodsoaked Champion
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.38
Teferi, Mage of Zhalfir Teferi, Mage of Zhalfir
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $2.17
Thassa's Oracle Thassa's Oracle
+24% Synergy in 33% of decks $23.55
Marionette Master Marionette Master
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $2.59
Whirler Rogue Whirler Rogue
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.23
Faerie Mastermind Faerie Mastermind
+23% Synergy in 33% of decks $11.98
Academy Manufactor Academy Manufactor
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $9.03
Spellseeker Spellseeker
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $17.81
Peregrine Drake Peregrine Drake
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.27
Spark Double Spark Double
+22% Synergy in 33% of decks $10.91
Twilight Prophet Twilight Prophet
+22% Synergy in 25% of decks $3.45
Ertai Resurrected Ertai Resurrected
+22% Synergy in 25% of decks $1.08
Thassa, Deep-Dwelling Thassa, Deep-Dwelling
+22% Synergy in 25% of decks $27.79
Laboratory Maniac Laboratory Maniac
+22% Synergy in 25% of decks $2.12
Ghostly Pilferer Ghostly Pilferer
+21% Synergy in 25% of decks $2.35
Clever Impersonator Clever Impersonator
+21% Synergy in 25% of decks $4.19
Dauthi Voidwalker Dauthi Voidwalker
+20% Synergy in 33% of decks $5.85
Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
+20% Synergy in 25% of decks $33.00
Hullbreaker Horror Hullbreaker Horror
+18% Synergy in 33% of decks $6.96
Opposition Agent Opposition Agent
+16% Synergy in 25% of decks $18.98

Instants

Key instant-speed responses for protection, removal, and keeping Burakos, Party Leader // Candlekeep Sage safe.

Teferi's Time Twist Teferi's Time Twist
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.29
Mindbreak Trap Mindbreak Trap
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $14.98
Tainted Pact Tainted Pact
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $41.76
Mystical Tutor Mystical Tutor
+26% Synergy in 42% of decks $17.68
Flusterstorm Flusterstorm
+26% Synergy in 33% of decks $7.57
Demonic Consultation Demonic Consultation
+26% Synergy in 33% of decks $6.16
Force of Negation Force of Negation
+23% Synergy in 33% of decks $45.64
Blur Blur
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.41
Planar Incision Planar Incision
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.32
Sink into Stupor Soporific Springs Sink into Stupor
+22% Synergy in 38% of decks $8.91
Force of Will Force of Will
+22% Synergy in 33% of decks $58.52
Cabal Ritual Cabal Ritual
+20% Synergy in 25% of decks $15.86
Muddle the Mixture Muddle the Mixture
+20% Synergy in 25% of decks $3.11
Pact of Negation Pact of Negation
+19% Synergy in 25% of decks $15.40
Mental Misstep Mental Misstep
+19% Synergy in 25% of decks $7.66
Dispel Dispel
+18% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.40
Mana Drain Mana Drain
+16% Synergy in 33% of decks $54.54
Swan Song Swan Song
+16% Synergy in 33% of decks $12.16
Snap Snap
+14% Synergy in 25% of decks $3.23
An Offer You Can't Refuse An Offer You Can't Refuse
+13% Synergy in 42% of decks $3.23
Dark Ritual Dark Ritual
+8% Synergy in 42% of decks $8.15

Sorceries

Important sorcery spells that advance Burakos, Party Leader // Candlekeep Sage's game plan and control the board.

Diabolic Intent Diabolic Intent
+27% Synergy in 33% of decks $16.69
Thwart the Grave Thwart the Grave
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.32
Mnemonic Betrayal Mnemonic Betrayal
+21% Synergy in 25% of decks $6.87
Imperial Seal Imperial Seal
+18% Synergy in 25% of decks $155.72
Toxic Deluge Toxic Deluge
+16% Synergy in 42% of decks $5.31
Windfall Windfall
+11% Synergy in 25% of decks $5.34

Utility Artifacts

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

Wishclaw Talisman Wishclaw Talisman
+37% Synergy in 42% of decks $2.05
Maskwood Nexus Maskwood Nexus
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $2.69
Multiclass Baldric Multiclass Baldric
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.66
Panharmonicon Panharmonicon
+21% Synergy in 25% of decks $6.41
Bolas's Citadel Bolas's Citadel
+19% Synergy in 25% of decks $15.17

Enchantments

Powerful enchantments that support Burakos, Party Leader // Candlekeep Sage's strategy and create lasting battlefield effects.

Mystic Remora Mystic Remora
+25% Synergy in 42% of decks $13.36
Animate Dead Animate Dead
+14% Synergy in 25% of decks $7.28

Utility Lands

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

Otawara, Soaring City Otawara, Soaring City
+31% Synergy in 50% of decks $27.95
Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
+21% Synergy in 42% of decks $51.64
Minamo, School at Water's Edge Minamo, School at Water's Edge
+21% Synergy in 25% of decks $57.56
Urza's Saga Urza's Saga
+19% Synergy in 25% of decks $39.13
Access Tunnel Access Tunnel
+19% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.58
Cabal Coffers Cabal Coffers
+14% Synergy in 25% of decks $27.76
Rogue's Passage Rogue's Passage
+6% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.37
Reliquary Tower Reliquary Tower
-11% Synergy in 25% of decks $4.38
Bojuka Bog Bojuka Bog
-15% Synergy in 25% of decks $1.36

Mana Artifacts

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

Mox Opal Mox Opal
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $222.00
Mana Crypt Mana Crypt
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $37.63
Fellwar Stone Fellwar Stone
+26% Synergy in 58% of decks $11.39
Grim Monolith Grim Monolith
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $477.70
Lotus Petal Lotus Petal
+17% Synergy in 25% of decks $42.84
Arcane Signet Arcane Signet
+15% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.39
Talisman of Dominance Talisman of Dominance
+15% Synergy in 75% of decks $0.74
Sol Ring Sol Ring
+11% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.21
Mind Stone Mind Stone
+2% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.33
Dimir Signet Dimir Signet
-13% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.33

Lands

The mana base foundation for Burakos, Party Leader // Candlekeep Sage decks, ensuring smooth and reliable mana development.

Underground Sea Underground Sea
+37% Synergy in 50% of decks
Verdant Catacombs Verdant Catacombs
+33% Synergy in 42% of decks $28.80
Bloodstained Mire Bloodstained Mire
+33% Synergy in 42% of decks $20.18
Exotic Orchard Exotic Orchard
+32% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.25
Flooded Strand Flooded Strand
+32% Synergy in 42% of decks $16.26
Misty Rainforest Misty Rainforest
+32% Synergy in 42% of decks $35.34
Polluted Delta Polluted Delta
+28% Synergy in 58% of decks $20.43
Marsh Flats Marsh Flats
+25% Synergy in 33% of decks $31.41
Watery Grave Watery Grave
+22% Synergy in 67% of decks $10.04
Gloomlake Verge Gloomlake Verge
+21% Synergy in 43% of decks $10.24
Reflecting Pool Reflecting Pool
+20% Synergy in 25% of decks $5.53
Gemstone Caverns Gemstone Caverns
+19% Synergy in 25% of decks $61.68
Scalding Tarn Scalding Tarn
+16% Synergy in 25% of decks $33.51
Morphic Pool Morphic Pool
+12% Synergy in 50% of decks $9.95
Sunken Ruins Sunken Ruins
+11% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.47
Underground River Underground River
+4% Synergy in 42% of decks $1.04
Command Tower Command Tower
+3% Synergy in 92% of decks $0.24
Path of Ancestry Path of Ancestry
-4% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.28
Dimir Aqueduct Dimir Aqueduct
-16% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.38
Choked Estuary Choked Estuary
-24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.31
Sunken Hollow Sunken Hollow
-33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.28

Burakos, Party Leader // Candlekeep Sage Deck Stats

Based on 12 Burakos, Party Leader // Candlekeep Sage decks.

Average Mana Curve nonland cards
Card Types in the average deck
98 cards
  • Creature 23
  • Instant 17
  • Sorcery 8
  • Artifact 14
  • Enchantment 4
  • Land 32

Lands: 13 basic, 19 nonbasic

Most Played Combos

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Burakos, Party Leader Feywild Visitor Burakos, Party Leader // Feywild Visitor
Burakos, Party Leader Sword Coast Sailor Burakos, Party Leader // Sword Coast Sailor
Burakos, Party Leader Agent of the Iron Throne Burakos, Party Leader // Agent of the Iron Throne
Burakos, Party Leader Agent of the Shadow Thieves Burakos, Party Leader // Agent of the Shadow Thieves
Burakos, Party Leader Cultist of the Absolute Burakos, Party Leader // Cultist of the Absolute
Burakos, Party Leader Haunted One Burakos, Party Leader // Haunted One
Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator Miara, Thorn of the Glade Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator // Miara, Thorn of the Glade
Burakos, Party Leader Cloakwood Hermit Burakos, Party Leader // Cloakwood Hermit
Burakos, Party Leader Far Traveler Burakos, Party Leader // Far Traveler
Burakos, Party Leader Flaming Fist Burakos, Party Leader // Flaming Fist
Burakos, Party Leader Folk Hero Burakos, Party Leader // Folk Hero
Burakos, Party Leader Hardy Outlander Burakos, Party Leader // Hardy Outlander
Burakos, Party Leader Master Chef Burakos, Party Leader // Master Chef
Burakos, Party Leader Noble Heritage Burakos, Party Leader // Noble Heritage
Burakos, Party Leader Popular Entertainer Burakos, Party Leader // Popular Entertainer
Burakos, Party Leader Raised by Giants Burakos, Party Leader // Raised by Giants
Burakos, Party Leader Veteran Soldier Burakos, Party Leader // Veteran Soldier
Miara, Thorn of the Glade Sengir, the Dark Baron Miara, Thorn of the Glade // Sengir, the Dark Baron
Safana, Calimport Cutthroat Feywild Visitor Safana, Calimport Cutthroat // Feywild Visitor
Burakos, Party Leader Tavern Brawler Burakos, Party Leader // Tavern Brawler
Volo, Itinerant Scholar Haunted One Volo, Itinerant Scholar // Haunted One
Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator Numa, Joraga Chieftain Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator // Numa, Joraga Chieftain
Burakos, Party Leader Shameless Charlatan Burakos, Party Leader // Shameless Charlatan
Evie Frye Jacob Frye Evie Frye // Jacob Frye
Silas Renn, Seeker Adept Tevesh Szat, Doom of Fools Silas Renn, Seeker Adept // Tevesh Szat, Doom of Fools
Silas Renn, Seeker Adept The Prismatic Piper Silas Renn, Seeker Adept // The Prismatic Piper
Silas Renn, Seeker Adept Tormod, the Desecrator Silas Renn, Seeker Adept // Tormod, the Desecrator
Esior, Wardwing Familiar Falthis, Shadowcat Familiar Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Falthis, Shadowcat Familiar
Esior, Wardwing Familiar Francisco, Fowl Marauder Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Francisco, Fowl Marauder
Esior, Wardwing Familiar Keskit, the Flesh Sculptor Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Keskit, the Flesh Sculptor
Esior, Wardwing Familiar Miara, Thorn of the Glade Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Miara, Thorn of the Glade
Esior, Wardwing Familiar Nadier, Agent of the Duskenel Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Nadier, Agent of the Duskenel
Esior, Wardwing Familiar Sengir, the Dark Baron Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Sengir, the Dark Baron
Esior, Wardwing Familiar Silas Renn, Seeker Adept Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Silas Renn, Seeker Adept
Esior, Wardwing Familiar Tevesh Szat, Doom of Fools Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Tevesh Szat, Doom of Fools
Esior, Wardwing Familiar Tormod, the Desecrator Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Tormod, the Desecrator
Burakos, Party Leader Passionate Archaeologist Burakos, Party Leader // Passionate Archaeologist
Burakos, Party Leader Criminal Past Burakos, Party Leader // Criminal Past

Other Available Backgrounds

Burakos, Party Leader can also choose from these 29 other backgrounds:

Folk Hero Folk Hero
Sword Coast Sailor Sword Coast Sailor
Guild Artisan Guild Artisan
Haunted One Haunted One
Clan Crafter Clan Crafter
Agent of the Shadow Thieves Agent of the Shadow Thieves
Tavern Brawler Tavern Brawler
Dungeon Delver Dungeon Delver
Passionate Archaeologist Passionate Archaeologist
Agent of the Iron Throne Agent of the Iron Throne
Noble Heritage Noble Heritage
Far Traveler Far Traveler
Master Chef Master Chef
Acolyte of Bahamut Acolyte of Bahamut
Street Urchin Street Urchin
Inspiring Leader Inspiring Leader
Feywild Visitor Feywild Visitor
Candlekeep Sage Candlekeep Sage
Cloakwood Hermit Cloakwood Hermit
Criminal Past Criminal Past
Cultist of the Absolute Cultist of the Absolute
Dragon Cultist Dragon Cultist
Faceless One Faceless One
Flaming Fist Flaming Fist
Hardy Outlander Hardy Outlander
Popular Entertainer Popular Entertainer
Raised by Giants Raised by Giants
Scion of Halaster Scion of Halaster
Shameless Charlatan Shameless Charlatan
Veteran Soldier Veteran Soldier