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Burakos, Party Leader // Cultist of the Absolute
Price tag $1.53

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Burakos, Party Leader Cultist of the Absolute
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Mono-Black

Playstyle & Strategy

Party 75% Lifegain 13%

How it feels to play against

Mildly Annoying Some frustrating moments but still fun.

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Mana Pool $0.41
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High Synergy Cards

Cards that work exceptionally well with Burakos, Party Leader // Cultist of the Absolute's abilities and overall game plan.

Multiclass Baldric Multiclass Baldric
+63% Synergy in 64% of decks $0.66
Morbid Opportunist Morbid Opportunist
+53% Synergy in 73% of decks $0.25
Deadly Dispute Deadly Dispute
+51% Synergy in 73% of decks $0.30
Grim Hireling Grim Hireling
+50% Synergy in 55% of decks $12.37
Priest of Forgotten Gods Priest of Forgotten Gods
+46% Synergy in 55% of decks $0.61
Coveted Prize Coveted Prize
+45% Synergy in 46% of decks $0.34
Maskwood Nexus Maskwood Nexus
+45% Synergy in 46% of decks $2.68
Gutterbones Gutterbones
+44% Synergy in 46% of decks $0.36
Cult Conscript Cult Conscript
+42% Synergy in 46% of decks $0.32
Bloodsoaked Champion Bloodsoaked Champion
+41% Synergy in 46% of decks $0.38

Top Cards

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

Reassembling Skeleton Reassembling Skeleton
+39% Synergy in 55% of decks $0.26
Jadar, Ghoulcaller of Nephalia Jadar, Ghoulcaller of Nephalia
+36% Synergy in 46% of decks $1.54
Mindblade Render Mindblade Render
+36% Synergy in 36% of decks $0.29
Zulaport Cutthroat Zulaport Cutthroat
+32% Synergy in 55% of decks $1.41
Viscera Seer Viscera Seer
+30% Synergy in 46% of decks $0.57
Tragic Slip Tragic Slip
+25% Synergy in 46% of decks $0.30
Bontu's Monument Bontu's Monument
+18% Synergy in 46% of decks $4.44
Swiftfoot Boots Swiftfoot Boots
+14% Synergy in 46% of decks $1.88
Jet Medallion Jet Medallion
+7% Synergy in 64% of decks $15.03
Dark Ritual Dark Ritual
-11% Synergy in 55% of decks $8.02

Creatures

Essential creatures that complement Burakos, Party Leader // Cultist of the Absolute's strategy through synergy, utility, or raw power.

Viconia, Drow Apostate Viconia, Drow Apostate
+36% Synergy in 36% of decks $0.16
Taborax, Hope's Demise Taborax, Hope's Demise
+35% Synergy in 36% of decks $0.25
Nullpriest of Oblivion Nullpriest of Oblivion
+35% Synergy in 36% of decks $0.21
Nadier's Nightblade Nadier's Nightblade
+34% Synergy in 36% of decks $0.27
Malakir Blood-Priest Malakir Blood-Priest
+27% Synergy in 27% of decks $0.14
Rotlung Reanimator Rotlung Reanimator
+27% Synergy in 27% of decks $19.19
Prowling Geistcatcher Prowling Geistcatcher
+27% Synergy in 27% of decks $0.35
Ogre Slumlord Ogre Slumlord
+26% Synergy in 36% of decks $0.37
Ruthless Technomancer Ruthless Technomancer
+26% Synergy in 27% of decks $3.39
Skirsdag High Priest Skirsdag High Priest
+26% Synergy in 27% of decks $0.32
Shadow Alley Denizen Shadow Alley Denizen
+25% Synergy in 27% of decks $0.29
Varragoth, Bloodsky Sire Varragoth, Bloodsky Sire
+23% Synergy in 27% of decks $5.06
Disciple of Bolas Disciple of Bolas
+23% Synergy in 27% of decks $0.39
Endrek Sahr, Master Breeder Endrek Sahr, Master Breeder
+22% Synergy in 27% of decks $2.71
Butcher of Malakir Butcher of Malakir
+20% Synergy in 27% of decks $0.34
Mikaeus, the Unhallowed Mikaeus, the Unhallowed
+19% Synergy in 27% of decks $21.78
Yawgmoth, Thran Physician Yawgmoth, Thran Physician
+18% Synergy in 27% of decks $27.50
Fleshbag Marauder Fleshbag Marauder
+13% Synergy in 27% of decks $0.27
Dauthi Voidwalker Dauthi Voidwalker
+11% Synergy in 27% of decks $5.94
Crypt Ghast Crypt Ghast
-11% Synergy in 36% of decks $17.31

Instants

Key instant-speed responses for protection, removal, and keeping Burakos, Party Leader // Cultist of the Absolute safe.

Consuming Corruption Consuming Corruption
+21% Synergy in 38% of decks $0.34
Sheoldred's Edict Sheoldred's Edict
+13% Synergy in 27% of decks $1.36
Go for the Throat Go for the Throat
+12% Synergy in 36% of decks $0.65
Cabal Ritual Cabal Ritual
+10% Synergy in 27% of decks $15.60
Malakir Rebirth Malakir Mire Malakir Rebirth
+6% Synergy in 27% of decks $12.42
Deadly Rollick Deadly Rollick
+5% Synergy in 27% of decks $27.27
Infernal Grasp Infernal Grasp
+2% Synergy in 27% of decks $0.32
Defile Defile
-3% Synergy in 36% of decks $1.12

Sorceries

Important sorcery spells that advance Burakos, Party Leader // Cultist of the Absolute's game plan and control the board.

Thwart the Grave Thwart the Grave
+27% Synergy in 27% of decks $0.32
Exsanguinate Exsanguinate
+13% Synergy in 36% of decks $0.48
Torment of Hailfire Torment of Hailfire
+11% Synergy in 27% of decks $34.56
Toxic Deluge Toxic Deluge
0% Synergy in 36% of decks $5.09
Reanimate Reanimate
-9% Synergy in 27% of decks $10.61
Sign in Blood Sign in Blood
-10% Synergy in 27% of decks $4.01
Feed the Swarm Feed the Swarm
-16% Synergy in 36% of decks $0.22

Utility Artifacts

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

Lightning Greaves Lightning Greaves
+3% Synergy in 36% of decks $4.79

Enchantments

Powerful enchantments that support Burakos, Party Leader // Cultist of the Absolute's strategy and create lasting battlefield effects.

Agent of the Iron Throne Agent of the Iron Throne
+32% Synergy in 36% of decks $0.48
Revel in Riches Revel in Riches
+31% Synergy in 36% of decks $20.81
Bitterblossom Bitterblossom
+25% Synergy in 36% of decks $32.38
Bastion of Remembrance Bastion of Remembrance
+21% Synergy in 36% of decks $0.36
Black Market Connections Black Market Connections
+15% Synergy in 36% of decks $12.25
Grave Pact Grave Pact
+10% Synergy in 27% of decks $32.97
Black Market Black Market
+6% Synergy in 27% of decks $5.98

Utility Lands

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

War Room War Room
+20% Synergy in 36% of decks $3.68
Rogue's Passage Rogue's Passage
+19% Synergy in 36% of decks $0.38
Witch's Cottage Witch's Cottage
+3% Synergy in 27% of decks $0.77
Cabal Coffers Cabal Coffers
-1% Synergy in 55% of decks $27.61
Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
-2% Synergy in 36% of decks $51.17
Bojuka Bog Bojuka Bog
-10% Synergy in 36% of decks $1.34

Mana Artifacts

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

Arcane Signet Arcane Signet
+18% Synergy in 82% of decks $0.38
Commander's Sphere Commander's Sphere
+17% Synergy in 27% of decks $0.21
Sol Ring Sol Ring
-5% Synergy in 82% of decks $1.23

Lands

The mana base foundation for Burakos, Party Leader // Cultist of the Absolute decks, ensuring smooth and reliable mana development.

Myriad Landscape Myriad Landscape
-1% Synergy in 27% of decks $0.32

Burakos, Party Leader // Cultist of the Absolute Deck Stats

Based on 11 Burakos, Party Leader // Cultist of the Absolute decks.

Average Mana Curve nonland cards
Card Types in the average deck
98 cards
  • Creature 30
  • Instant 7
  • Sorcery 8
  • Artifact 13
  • Enchantment 6
  • Planeswalker 1
  • Land 33

Lands: 25 basic, 8 nonbasic

Most Played Combos

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Burakos, Party Leader Agent of the Shadow Thieves Burakos, Party Leader // Agent of the Shadow Thieves
Burakos, Party Leader Flaming Fist Burakos, Party Leader // Flaming Fist
Burakos, Party Leader Folk Hero Burakos, Party Leader // Folk Hero
Burakos, Party Leader Master Chef Burakos, Party Leader // Master Chef
Burakos, Party Leader Veteran Soldier Burakos, Party Leader // Veteran Soldier
Burakos, Party Leader Haunted One Burakos, Party Leader // Haunted One
Burakos, Party Leader Popular Entertainer Burakos, Party Leader // Popular Entertainer
Burakos, Party Leader Sword Coast Sailor Burakos, Party Leader // Sword Coast Sailor
Burakos, Party Leader Far Traveler Burakos, Party Leader // Far Traveler
Burakos, Party Leader Raised by Giants Burakos, Party Leader // Raised by Giants
Burakos, Party Leader Agent of the Iron Throne Burakos, Party Leader // Agent of the Iron Throne
Burakos, Party Leader Noble Heritage Burakos, Party Leader // Noble Heritage
Burakos, Party Leader Dungeon Delver Burakos, Party Leader // Dungeon Delver
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Burakos, Party Leader Clan Crafter Burakos, Party Leader // Clan Crafter
Burakos, Party Leader Cloakwood Hermit Burakos, Party Leader // Cloakwood Hermit
Burakos, Party Leader Feywild Visitor Burakos, Party Leader // Feywild Visitor
Burakos, Party Leader Hardy Outlander Burakos, Party Leader // Hardy Outlander
Burakos, Party Leader Candlekeep Sage Burakos, Party Leader // Candlekeep Sage
Burakos, Party Leader Tavern Brawler Burakos, Party Leader // Tavern Brawler
Burakos, Party Leader Passionate Archaeologist Burakos, Party Leader // Passionate Archaeologist
Burakos, Party Leader Guild Artisan Burakos, Party Leader // Guild Artisan
Burakos, Party Leader Street Urchin Burakos, Party Leader // Street Urchin
Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator Miara, Thorn of the Glade Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator // Miara, Thorn of the Glade
Safana, Calimport Cutthroat Feywild Visitor Safana, Calimport Cutthroat // Feywild Visitor
Burakos, Party Leader Criminal Past Burakos, Party Leader // Criminal Past
Burakos, Party Leader Scion of Halaster Burakos, Party Leader // Scion of Halaster
Volo, Itinerant Scholar Haunted One Volo, Itinerant Scholar // Haunted One
Tevesh Szat, Doom of Fools The Prismatic Piper Tevesh Szat, Doom of Fools // The Prismatic Piper
Tevesh Szat, Doom of Fools Tormod, the Desecrator Tevesh Szat, Doom of Fools // Tormod, the Desecrator
Esior, Wardwing Familiar Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper
Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator Numa, Joraga Chieftain Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator // Numa, Joraga Chieftain
The Prismatic Piper Tormod, the Desecrator The Prismatic Piper // Tormod, the Desecrator
Burakos, Party Leader Acolyte of Bahamut Burakos, Party Leader // Acolyte of Bahamut
Burakos, Party Leader Dragon Cultist Burakos, Party Leader // Dragon Cultist
Burakos, Party Leader Shameless Charlatan Burakos, Party Leader // Shameless Charlatan
Safana, Calimport Cutthroat Haunted One Safana, Calimport Cutthroat // Haunted One
Cecily, Haunted Mage Kraum, Ludevic's Opus Cecily, Haunted Mage // Kraum, Ludevic's Opus
Cecily, Haunted Mage Kydele, Chosen of Kruphix Cecily, Haunted Mage // Kydele, Chosen of Kruphix
Cecily, Haunted Mage Livio, Oathsworn Sentinel Cecily, Haunted Mage // Livio, Oathsworn Sentinel

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
Dungeon Delver Dungeon Delver
Tavern Brawler Tavern Brawler
Agent of the Iron Throne Agent of the Iron Throne
Passionate Archaeologist Passionate Archaeologist
Noble Heritage Noble Heritage
Street Urchin Street Urchin
Inspiring Leader Inspiring Leader
Far Traveler Far Traveler
Master Chef Master Chef
Acolyte of Bahamut Acolyte of Bahamut
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
Feywild Visitor Feywild Visitor
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