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Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat // Master Chef
Price tag $0.15

Legendary Creature — Dragon Shaman Enchantment Background

Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat Master Chef
Magic color symbol for R Magic color symbol for G
Gruul

Playstyle & Strategy

+1/+1 Counters 23% Spellslinger 15% Cycling 8% Discard 8% Dragons 8% Dragon's Approach 8% Midrange 8% Ramp 8% Tokens 8% Treasure 8%

How it feels to play against

Fair Game Interactive and enjoyable to play against.

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High Synergy Cards

Cards that work exceptionally well with Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat // Master Chef's abilities and overall game plan.

Bulk Up Bulk Up
+43% Synergy $0.32
Thrill of Possibility Thrill of Possibility
+32% Synergy $0.06
Inspiring Call Inspiring Call
+28% Synergy $0.18
Charge Through Charge Through
+26% Synergy $0.12
Gaea's Gift Gaea's Gift
+25% Synergy $0.72
Ancestors' Aid Ancestors' Aid
+25% Synergy $0.09
Season of Growth Season of Growth
+24% Synergy $0.24
Gift of the Viper Gift of the Viper
+22% Synergy $0.18
Rogue's Passage Rogue's Passage
+22% Synergy $0.27
Zada, Hedron Grinder Zada, Hedron Grinder
+21% Synergy $0.09

Top Cards

The most popular and reliable cards that form the backbone of successful Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat // Master Chef decks.

Faithless Looting Faithless Looting
+21% Synergy $0.29
Return of the Wildspeaker Return of the Wildspeaker
+10% Synergy $0.83
Rishkar's Expertise Rishkar's Expertise
+9% Synergy $2.01
Rampant Growth Rampant Growth
+6% Synergy $0.43
Llanowar Elves Llanowar Elves
+6% Synergy $0.19
Cultivate Cultivate
+3% Synergy $0.34
Kodama's Reach Kodama's Reach
+1% Synergy $1.69
Chaos Warp Chaos Warp
-5% Synergy $0.34
Beast Within Beast Within
-11% Synergy $0.59
Goblin Anarchomancer Goblin Anarchomancer
-11% Synergy $0.51

Creatures

Essential creatures that complement Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat // Master Chef's strategy through synergy, utility, or raw power.

Grumgully, the Generous Grumgully, the Generous
+19% Synergy $0.14
Storm-Kiln Artist Storm-Kiln Artist
+19% Synergy $0.90
Pinnacle Monk Mystic Peak Pinnacle Monk
+17% Synergy $1.74
Young Pyromancer Young Pyromancer
+15% Synergy $0.23
Halana and Alena, Partners Halana and Alena, Partners
+11% Synergy $0.91
Krenko, Tin Street Kingpin Krenko, Tin Street Kingpin
+11% Synergy $1.51
Rishkar, Peema Renegade Rishkar, Peema Renegade
+10% Synergy $0.23
Savage Ventmaw Savage Ventmaw
+6% Synergy $0.84
Forgotten Ancient Forgotten Ancient
+5% Synergy $0.55
Fyndhorn Elves Fyndhorn Elves
+4% Synergy $0.97
Elvish Mystic Elvish Mystic
0% Synergy $0.43
Sakura-Tribe Elder Sakura-Tribe Elder
-9% Synergy $0.47

Instants

Key instant-speed responses for protection, removal, and keeping Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat // Master Chef safe.

Big Score Big Score
+19% Synergy $0.62
Unleash Fury Unleash Fury
+17% Synergy $0.36
Luxurious Libation Luxurious Libation
+17% Synergy $0.03
Wildsize Wildsize
+16% Synergy $0.15
Momentous Fall Momentous Fall
+14% Synergy $2.29
Entish Restoration Entish Restoration
+13% Synergy $1.57
Temur Battle Rage Temur Battle Rage
+12% Synergy $0.20
Snakeskin Veil Snakeskin Veil
+11% Synergy $0.08
Unexpected Windfall Unexpected Windfall
+11% Synergy $0.98
Hunter's Insight Hunter's Insight
+9% Synergy $0.33
Lightning Bolt Lightning Bolt
+9% Synergy $0.99
Krosan Grip Krosan Grip
+6% Synergy $0.94
Tyvar's Stand Tyvar's Stand
+4% Synergy $0.86

Sorceries

Important sorcery spells that advance Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat // Master Chef's game plan and control the board.

Seize the Spoils Seize the Spoils
+19% Synergy $0.36
Mizzix's Mastery Mizzix's Mastery
+16% Synergy $1.62
Cathartic Reunion Cathartic Reunion
+15% Synergy $0.14
Soul's Majesty Soul's Majesty
+13% Synergy $1.48
Chandra's Ignition Chandra's Ignition
+11% Synergy $4.41
Stump Stomp Burnwillow Clearing Stump Stomp
+9% Synergy $0.55
Explore Explore
+9% Synergy $0.26
Harmonize Harmonize
+4% Synergy $0.23
Shamanic Revelation Shamanic Revelation
0% Synergy $0.83
Decimate Decimate
-1% Synergy $0.16
Three Visits Three Visits
-11% Synergy $6.32
Nature's Lore Nature's Lore
-21% Synergy $1.41
Blasphemous Act Blasphemous Act
-27% Synergy $1.13

Utility Artifacts

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

Swiftfoot Boots Swiftfoot Boots
-13% Synergy $1.30

Enchantments

Powerful enchantments that support Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat // Master Chef's strategy and create lasting battlefield effects.

Tavern Brawler Tavern Brawler
+15% Synergy $0.05
Colossal Majesty Colossal Majesty
+14% Synergy $0.88
Hardened Scales Hardened Scales
+8% Synergy $1.93
Invigorating Hot Spring Invigorating Hot Spring
+8% Synergy $0.15
Doubling Season Doubling Season
+8% Synergy $24.05
Utopia Sprawl Utopia Sprawl
+4% Synergy $0.88
Wild Growth Wild Growth
0% Synergy $0.31
Rhythm of the Wild Rhythm of the Wild
-14% Synergy $3.79
Garruk's Uprising Garruk's Uprising
-20% Synergy $0.38

Utility Lands

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

Spinerock Knoll Spinerock Knoll
+13% Synergy $0.47
Kessig Wolf Run Kessig Wolf Run
+10% Synergy $0.31
Mosswort Bridge Mosswort Bridge
+8% Synergy $0.29

Mana Artifacts

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

Jade Orb of Dragonkind Jade Orb of Dragonkind
+15% Synergy $0.20
Gruul Signet Gruul Signet
+7% Synergy $0.41
Talisman of Impulse Talisman of Impulse
-3% Synergy $0.38
Arcane Signet Arcane Signet
-23% Synergy $0.51
Sol Ring Sol Ring
-24% Synergy $1.07

Lands

The mana base foundation for Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat // Master Chef decks, ensuring smooth and reliable mana development.

Rugged Highlands Rugged Highlands
+15% Synergy $0.08
Mossfire Valley Mossfire Valley
+12% Synergy $0.20
Sheltered Thicket Sheltered Thicket
+12% Synergy $0.51
Temple of Abandon Temple of Abandon
+10% Synergy $0.15
Game Trail Game Trail
+8% Synergy $0.20
Wooded Ridgeline Wooded Ridgeline
+8% Synergy $0.17
Copperline Gorge Copperline Gorge
+1% Synergy $0.82
Evolving Wilds Evolving Wilds
-1% Synergy $0.23
Terramorphic Expanse Terramorphic Expanse
-1% Synergy $0.28
Cinder Glade Cinder Glade
-8% Synergy $0.61
Exotic Orchard Exotic Orchard
-9% Synergy $0.45
Command Tower Command Tower
-12% Synergy $0.22
Rootbound Crag Rootbound Crag
-13% Synergy $0.81
Karplusan Forest Karplusan Forest
-15% Synergy $0.25
Rockfall Vale Rockfall Vale
-17% Synergy $1.58
Gruul Turf Gruul Turf
-18% Synergy $0.19
Spire Garden Spire Garden
-20% Synergy $10.72

Similar Commanders

The following Commanders share a similar playing style, strategy, or theme like Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat // Master Chef.

Hardy of Myra's Marvels Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar Hardy of Myra's Marvels // Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
Hardy of Myra's Marvels Krark, the Thumbless Hardy of Myra's Marvels // Krark, the Thumbless
Faceless One Master Chef Faceless One // Master Chef
Halana, Kessig Ranger Slurrk, All-Ingesting Halana, Kessig Ranger // Slurrk, All-Ingesting
Keleth, Sunmane Familiar Tana, the Bloodsower Keleth, Sunmane Familiar // Tana, the Bloodsower
Numa, Joraga Chieftain Tana, the Bloodsower Numa, Joraga Chieftain // Tana, the Bloodsower
Halana, Kessig Ranger Kamahl, Heart of Krosa Halana, Kessig Ranger // Kamahl, Heart of Krosa
Numa, Joraga Chieftain Slurrk, All-Ingesting Numa, Joraga Chieftain // Slurrk, All-Ingesting
Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat Hardy Outlander Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat // Hardy Outlander
Borborygmos Borborygmos
Red XIII, Proud Warrior Red XIII, Proud Warrior
Ulasht, the Hate Seed Ulasht, the Hate Seed
Ignacio of Myra's Marvels Krark, the Thumbless Ignacio of Myra's Marvels // Krark, the Thumbless
Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat Passionate Archaeologist Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat // Passionate Archaeologist
Othelm, Sigardian Outcast Sophina, Spearsage Deserter Othelm, Sigardian Outcast // Sophina, Spearsage Deserter
Wolverine, Best There Is Wolverine, Best There Is
Amber Gristle O'Maul Acolyte of Bahamut Amber Gristle O'Maul // Acolyte of Bahamut
Amber Gristle O'Maul Cloakwood Hermit Amber Gristle O'Maul // Cloakwood Hermit
Amber Gristle O'Maul Hardy Outlander Amber Gristle O'Maul // Hardy Outlander
Amber Gristle O'Maul Master Chef Amber Gristle O'Maul // Master Chef
Amber Gristle O'Maul Raised by Giants Amber Gristle O'Maul // Raised by Giants
Faceless One Popular Entertainer Faceless One // Popular Entertainer
Gut, True Soul Zealot Acolyte of Bahamut Gut, True Soul Zealot // Acolyte of Bahamut
Gut, True Soul Zealot Cloakwood Hermit Gut, True Soul Zealot // Cloakwood Hermit
Gut, True Soul Zealot Hardy Outlander Gut, True Soul Zealot // Hardy Outlander
Gut, True Soul Zealot Master Chef Gut, True Soul Zealot // Master Chef
Gut, True Soul Zealot Raised by Giants Gut, True Soul Zealot // Raised by Giants
Halana, Kessig Ranger Jeska, Thrice Reborn Halana, Kessig Ranger // Jeska, Thrice Reborn
Halana, Kessig Ranger Krark, the Thumbless Halana, Kessig Ranger // Krark, the Thumbless
Halana, Kessig Ranger Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh Halana, Kessig Ranger // Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
Halana, Kessig Ranger Tana, the Bloodsower Halana, Kessig Ranger // Tana, the Bloodsower
Halana, Kessig Ranger Toggo, Goblin Weaponsmith Halana, Kessig Ranger // Toggo, Goblin Weaponsmith
Hardy of Myra's Marvels Ignacio of Myra's Marvels Hardy of Myra's Marvels // Ignacio of Myra's Marvels
Hardy of Myra's Marvels Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh Hardy of Myra's Marvels // Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
Ignacio of Myra's Marvels Kamahl, Heart of Krosa Ignacio of Myra's Marvels // Kamahl, Heart of Krosa
Ignacio of Myra's Marvels Slurrk, All-Ingesting Ignacio of Myra's Marvels // Slurrk, All-Ingesting
Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat Acolyte of Bahamut Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat // Acolyte of Bahamut
Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat Guild Artisan Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat // Guild Artisan
Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat Raised by Giants Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat // Raised by Giants
Numa, Joraga Chieftain Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh Numa, Joraga Chieftain // Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh

Other Available Backgrounds

Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat can also choose from these 26 other backgrounds:

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