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Burakos, Party Leader // Scion of Halaster
Price tag $1.43

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Burakos, Party Leader Scion of Halaster
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Mono-Black

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 // Scion of Halaster's abilities and overall game plan.

Reassembling Skeleton Reassembling Skeleton
+84% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.26
Graveblade Marauder Graveblade Marauder
+66% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.23
Primaris Eliminator Primaris Eliminator
+66% Synergy in 67% of decks $3.19
Sanguinary Priest Sanguinary Priest
+66% Synergy in 67% of decks $1.92
Multiclass Baldric Multiclass Baldric
+66% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.66
Golgari Thug Golgari Thug
+65% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.39
Doomed Necromancer Doomed Necromancer
+64% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.38
Bloodsoaked Champion Bloodsoaked Champion
+63% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.38
Pitiless Plunderer Pitiless Plunderer
+51% Synergy in 67% of decks $3.78
Zulaport Cutthroat Zulaport Cutthroat
+44% Synergy in 67% of decks $1.41

Game Changers

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

Demonic Tutor Demonic Tutor
+4% Synergy in 33% of decks $65.21

Creatures

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

Reassembling Skeleton Reassembling Skeleton
+84% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.26
Graveblade Marauder Graveblade Marauder
+66% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.23
Primaris Eliminator Primaris Eliminator
+66% Synergy in 67% of decks $3.19
Sanguinary Priest Sanguinary Priest
+66% Synergy in 67% of decks $1.92
Golgari Thug Golgari Thug
+65% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.39
Doomed Necromancer Doomed Necromancer
+64% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.38
Bloodsoaked Champion Bloodsoaked Champion
+63% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.38
Pitiless Plunderer Pitiless Plunderer
+51% Synergy in 67% of decks $3.78
Zulaport Cutthroat Zulaport Cutthroat
+44% Synergy in 67% of decks $1.41
Acererak the Archlich Acererak the Archlich
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $5.69
Acolyte of Aclazotz Acolyte of Aclazotz
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.25
Acquisitions Expert Acquisitions Expert
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.14
Blind Zealot Blind Zealot
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.15
Calculating Lich Calculating Lich
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.79
Corpse Hauler Corpse Hauler
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.17
Death Cultist Death Cultist
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.21
Deep Goblin Skulltaker Deep Goblin Skulltaker
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.17
Drana's Silencer Drana's Silencer
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.07
Evin, Waterdeep Opportunist Evin, Waterdeep Opportunist
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $11.69
Gatekeeper of Malakir Gatekeeper of Malakir
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.27
Girder Goons Girder Goons
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.15
Loathsome Curator Loathsome Curator
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.21
Malakir Blood-Priest Malakir Blood-Priest
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.14
Mardu Shadowspear Mardu Shadowspear
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.19
Moira, Urborg Haunt Moira, Urborg Haunt
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.35
Night Market Lookout Night Market Lookout
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.20
Ogre Marauder Ogre Marauder
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.30
Paragon of Open Graves Paragon of Open Graves
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.34
Pulse Tracker Pulse Tracker
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.42
Ravenloft Adventurer Ravenloft Adventurer
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.40
Sea Gate Colossus Sea Gate Colossus
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.08
Sivriss, Nightmare Speaker Sivriss, Nightmare Speaker
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.12
Sultai Emissary Sultai Emissary
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.19
Apprentice Necromancer Apprentice Necromancer
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $1.23
Disciple of Griselbrand Disciple of Griselbrand
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.35
Dream Devourer Dream Devourer
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.87
Dutiful Attendant Dutiful Attendant
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.22
Gutterbones Gutterbones
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.36
Metamorphosis Fanatic Metamorphosis Fanatic
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $5.61
Shadowheart, Dark Justiciar Shadowheart, Dark Justiciar
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $1.35
Novice Occultist Novice Occultist
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.28
Plasmancer Plasmancer
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.34
Pontiff of Blight Pontiff of Blight
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.36
Gisa, Glorious Resurrector Gisa, Glorious Resurrector
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $2.82
Grim Hireling Grim Hireling
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $12.41
Forsaken Miner Forsaken Miner
+27% Synergy in 33% of decks $1.93
Marauding Blight-Priest Marauding Blight-Priest
+27% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.38
Butcher of Malakir Butcher of Malakir
+26% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.37
Grim Haruspex Grim Haruspex
+23% Synergy in 33% of decks $2.93
Morbid Opportunist Morbid Opportunist
+14% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.25

Instants

Key instant-speed responses for protection, removal, and keeping Burakos, Party Leader // Scion of Halaster safe.

Deadly Alliance Deadly Alliance
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.17
Chain Assassination Chain Assassination
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.27
Orcish Medicine Orcish Medicine
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.18
Tainted Strike Tainted Strike
+30% Synergy in 33% of decks $3.59
Nasty End Nasty End
+30% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.24
Feign Death Feign Death
+26% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.91
Force of Despair Force of Despair
+25% Synergy in 33% of decks $6.33
Not Dead After All Not Dead After All
+23% Synergy in 33% of decks $1.17
Snuff Out Snuff Out
+22% Synergy in 33% of decks $13.41
Entomb Entomb
+21% Synergy in 33% of decks $17.44
Culling the Weak Culling the Weak
+20% Synergy in 33% of decks $8.71
Cabal Ritual Cabal Ritual
+16% Synergy in 33% of decks $15.86
Dark Ritual Dark Ritual
-33% Synergy in 33% of decks $7.98

Sorceries

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

Coveted Prize Coveted Prize
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.34
Thwart the Grave Thwart the Grave
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.32
Cabal Therapy Cabal Therapy
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $4.74
Restart Sequence Restart Sequence
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.31
Massacre Massacre
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $2.60
Pitiless Carnage Pitiless Carnage
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.34
Sam's Desperate Rescue Sam's Desperate Rescue
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.13
Revenge of the Rats Revenge of the Rats
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.31
Yawgmoth's Will Yawgmoth's Will
+30% Synergy in 33% of decks $239.78
Their Number Is Legion Their Number Is Legion
+30% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.94
Praetor's Grasp Praetor's Grasp
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $10.10
Thoughtseize Thoughtseize
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $7.78
Duress Duress
+26% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.09
Dread Return Dread Return
+20% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.46
Demonic Tutor Demonic Tutor
+4% Synergy in 33% of decks $65.21
Toxic Deluge Toxic Deluge
-3% Synergy in 33% of decks $5.10

Utility Artifacts

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

Multiclass Baldric Multiclass Baldric
+66% Synergy in 67% of decks $0.66
Lightning Greaves Lightning Greaves
+33% Synergy in 67% of decks $4.83
The Cauldron of Eternity The Cauldron of Eternity
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $1.64
Altar of the Wretched Wretched Bonemass Altar of the Wretched
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $1.79
Heirloom Blade Heirloom Blade
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.33
Throne of the Grim Captain The Grim Captain Throne of the Grim Captain
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.24
Dowsing Dagger Lost Vale Dowsing Dagger
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $6.94
Lavaspur Boots Lavaspur Boots
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $1.89
The Golden Throne The Golden Throne
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $8.45
Crucible of Worlds Crucible of Worlds
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $32.82
Pact Weapon Pact Weapon
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $3.25
Trading Post Trading Post
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.33
Tithing Blade Consuming Sepulcher Tithing Blade
+30% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.44
Commander's Plate Commander's Plate
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $36.67
Sensei's Divining Top Sensei's Divining Top
+25% Synergy in 33% of decks $39.00
Phyrexian Altar Phyrexian Altar
+21% Synergy in 33% of decks $56.61
Ashnod's Altar Ashnod's Altar
+14% Synergy in 33% of decks $16.19
Jet Medallion Jet Medallion
-24% Synergy in 33% of decks $15.07

Enchantments

Powerful enchantments that support Burakos, Party Leader // Scion of Halaster's strategy and create lasting battlefield effects.

Agent of the Shadow Thieves Agent of the Shadow Thieves
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.30
Cultist of the Absolute Cultist of the Absolute
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.35
Into the Pit Into the Pit
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.29
Leyline of the Void Leyline of the Void
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.55
Chthonian Nightmare Chthonian Nightmare
+30% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.69
Contamination Contamination
+30% Synergy in 33% of decks $17.71
Haunted One Haunted One
+30% Synergy in 33% of decks $4.97
Agent of the Iron Throne Agent of the Iron Throne
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.47
Nest of Scarabs Nest of Scarabs
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $4.50
Dictate of Erebos Dictate of Erebos
+23% Synergy in 33% of decks $17.08
Bitterblossom Bitterblossom
+21% Synergy in 33% of decks $32.51
The Meathook Massacre The Meathook Massacre
+17% Synergy in 33% of decks $26.28
Animate Dead Animate Dead
+15% Synergy in 33% of decks $7.26
Black Market Black Market
+12% Synergy in 33% of decks $6.05

Planeswalkers

Planeswalkers that work alongside Burakos, Party Leader // Scion of Halaster to provide ongoing value and board presence.

Karn, the Great Creator Karn, the Great Creator
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $5.13
Liliana of the Dark Realms Liliana of the Dark Realms
+20% Synergy in 33% of decks $9.79

Utility Lands

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

Mutavault Mutavault
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $4.20
Inkmoth Nexus Inkmoth Nexus
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $13.93
Peat Bog Peat Bog
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $3.03
Crystal Vein Crystal Vein
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $8.71
Emergence Zone Emergence Zone
+30% Synergy in 33% of decks $4.24
Lake of the Dead Lake of the Dead
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $123.23
Urza's Saga Urza's Saga
+25% Synergy in 33% of decks $39.69
Shizo, Death's Storehouse Shizo, Death's Storehouse
+24% Synergy in 33% of decks $34.24
Takenuma, Abandoned Mire Takenuma, Abandoned Mire
+17% Synergy in 33% of decks $11.76
Castle Locthwain Castle Locthwain
+14% Synergy in 33% of decks $4.19
Phyrexian Tower Phyrexian Tower
+11% Synergy in 33% of decks $31.05
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
+3% Synergy in 33% of decks $44.36
Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
-5% Synergy in 33% of decks $50.23
Bojuka Bog Bojuka Bog
-13% Synergy in 33% of decks $1.35
Cabal Coffers Cabal Coffers
-23% Synergy in 33% of decks $27.64

Mana Artifacts

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

Lotus Bloom Lotus Bloom
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $3.59
Springleaf Drum Springleaf Drum
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.29
Sol Ring Sol Ring
-20% Synergy in 67% of decks $1.27

Lands

The mana base foundation for Burakos, Party Leader // Scion of Halaster decks, ensuring smooth and reliable mana development.

Gemstone Caverns Gemstone Caverns
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $61.38
Cavern of Souls Cavern of Souls
+27% Synergy in 33% of decks $50.84
Myriad Landscape Myriad Landscape
+5% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.31

Burakos, Party Leader // Scion of Halaster Deck Stats

Based on 3 Burakos, Party Leader // Scion of Halaster decks.

Average Mana Curve nonland cards
Card Types in the average deck
98 cards
  • Creature 42
  • Instant 4
  • Sorcery 5
  • Artifact 8
  • Enchantment 5
  • Planeswalker 1
  • Land 33

Lands: 26 basic, 7 nonbasic

Most Played Combos

Similar Commanders

The following Commanders share a similar playing style, strategy, or theme like Burakos, Party Leader // Scion of Halaster.

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 Criminal Past Burakos, Party Leader // Criminal Past
Burakos, Party Leader Cultist of the Absolute Burakos, Party Leader // Cultist of the Absolute
Burakos, Party Leader Haunted One Burakos, Party Leader // 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
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 Candlekeep Sage Burakos, Party Leader // Candlekeep Sage
Burakos, Party Leader Clan Crafter Burakos, Party Leader // Clan Crafter
Burakos, Party Leader Cloakwood Hermit Burakos, Party Leader // Cloakwood Hermit
Burakos, Party Leader Dragon Cultist Burakos, Party Leader // Dragon Cultist
Burakos, Party Leader Dungeon Delver Burakos, Party Leader // Dungeon Delver
Burakos, Party Leader Far Traveler Burakos, Party Leader // Far Traveler
Burakos, Party Leader Feywild Visitor Burakos, Party Leader // Feywild Visitor
Burakos, Party Leader Flaming Fist Burakos, Party Leader // Flaming Fist
Burakos, Party Leader Folk Hero Burakos, Party Leader // Folk Hero
Burakos, Party Leader Guild Artisan Burakos, Party Leader // Guild Artisan
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 Passionate Archaeologist Burakos, Party Leader // Passionate Archaeologist
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 Shameless Charlatan Burakos, Party Leader // Shameless Charlatan
Burakos, Party Leader Street Urchin Burakos, Party Leader // Street Urchin
Burakos, Party Leader Sword Coast Sailor Burakos, Party Leader // Sword Coast Sailor
Burakos, Party Leader Tavern Brawler Burakos, Party Leader // Tavern Brawler
Burakos, Party Leader Veteran Soldier Burakos, Party Leader // Veteran Soldier
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
Cecily, Haunted Mage Prava of the Steel Legion Cecily, Haunted Mage // Prava of the Steel Legion
Cecily, Haunted Mage Ravos, Soultender Cecily, Haunted Mage // Ravos, Soultender
Cecily, Haunted Mage Sidar Kondo of Jamuraa Cecily, Haunted Mage // Sidar Kondo of Jamuraa
Cecily, Haunted Mage Thrasios, Triton Hero Cecily, Haunted Mage // Thrasios, Triton Hero
Kraum, Ludevic's Opus Wernog, Rider's Chaplain Kraum, Ludevic's Opus // Wernog, Rider's Chaplain
Sengir, the Dark Baron Tevesh Szat, Doom of Fools Sengir, the Dark Baron // Tevesh Szat, Doom of Fools
Sengir, the Dark Baron The Prismatic Piper Sengir, the Dark Baron // The Prismatic Piper

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
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