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Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat // Master Chef
Price tag $0.51

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%

How it feels to play against

Fair Game Interactive and enjoyable to play against.

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Mana Pool $0.15
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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 in 46% of decks $0.29
Thrill of Possibility Thrill of Possibility
+32% Synergy in 39% of decks $0.17
Inspiring Call Inspiring Call
+28% Synergy in 39% of decks $0.38
Charge Through Charge Through
+26% Synergy in 28% of decks $0.27
Gaea's Gift Gaea's Gift
+25% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.74
Ancestors' Aid Ancestors' Aid
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.31
Season of Growth Season of Growth
+24% Synergy in 28% of decks $0.24
Gift of the Viper Gift of the Viper
+22% Synergy in 27% of decks $0.24
Rogue's Passage Rogue's Passage
+22% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.38
Zada, Hedron Grinder Zada, Hedron Grinder
+21% Synergy in 22% of decks $0.18

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 in 28% of decks $0.77
Return of the Wildspeaker Return of the Wildspeaker
+10% Synergy in 39% of decks $2.73
Rishkar's Expertise Rishkar's Expertise
+9% Synergy in 33% of decks $4.40
Rampant Growth Rampant Growth
+6% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.99
Llanowar Elves Llanowar Elves
+6% Synergy in 39% of decks $0.30
Cultivate Cultivate
+3% Synergy in 56% of decks $0.49
Kodama's Reach Kodama's Reach
+1% Synergy in 39% of decks $1.95
Chaos Warp Chaos Warp
-5% Synergy in 39% of decks $0.97
Beast Within Beast Within
-11% Synergy in 44% of decks $1.06
Goblin Anarchomancer Goblin Anarchomancer
-11% Synergy in 39% of decks $0.77

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 in 28% of decks $0.35
Storm-Kiln Artist Storm-Kiln Artist
+19% Synergy in 22% of decks $1.86
Pinnacle Monk Mystic Peak Pinnacle Monk
+17% Synergy in 20% of decks $2.07
Young Pyromancer Young Pyromancer
+15% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.30
Halana and Alena, Partners Halana and Alena, Partners
+11% Synergy in 22% of decks $0.39
Krenko, Tin Street Kingpin Krenko, Tin Street Kingpin
+11% Synergy in 17% of decks $3.81
Rishkar, Peema Renegade Rishkar, Peema Renegade
+10% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.25
Savage Ventmaw Savage Ventmaw
+6% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.42
Forgotten Ancient Forgotten Ancient
+5% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.34
Fyndhorn Elves Fyndhorn Elves
+4% Synergy in 22% of decks $1.59
Elvish Mystic Elvish Mystic
0% Synergy in 28% of decks $5.37
Sakura-Tribe Elder Sakura-Tribe Elder
-9% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.43

Instants

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

Big Score Big Score
+19% Synergy in 28% of decks $0.48
Unleash Fury Unleash Fury
+17% Synergy in 22% of decks $0.38
Luxurious Libation Luxurious Libation
+17% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.13
Wildsize Wildsize
+16% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.11
Momentous Fall Momentous Fall
+14% Synergy in 17% of decks $3.74
Entish Restoration Entish Restoration
+13% Synergy in 22% of decks $2.31
Temur Battle Rage Temur Battle Rage
+12% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.26
Snakeskin Veil Snakeskin Veil
+11% Synergy in 22% of decks $0.28
Unexpected Windfall Unexpected Windfall
+11% Synergy in 17% of decks $2.54
Hunter's Insight Hunter's Insight
+9% Synergy in 22% of decks $0.50
Lightning Bolt Lightning Bolt
+9% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.83
Krosan Grip Krosan Grip
+6% Synergy in 17% of decks $1.68
Tyvar's Stand Tyvar's Stand
+4% Synergy in 17% of decks $1.28

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 in 22% of decks $0.20
Mizzix's Mastery Mizzix's Mastery
+16% Synergy in 17% of decks $7.95
Cathartic Reunion Cathartic Reunion
+15% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.26
Soul's Majesty Soul's Majesty
+13% Synergy in 17% of decks $2.37
Chandra's Ignition Chandra's Ignition
+11% Synergy in 22% of decks $6.90
Stump Stomp Burnwillow Clearing Stump Stomp
+9% Synergy in 27% of decks $0.35
Explore Explore
+9% Synergy in 22% of decks $0.27
Harmonize Harmonize
+4% Synergy in 22% of decks $0.33
Shamanic Revelation Shamanic Revelation
0% Synergy in 17% of decks $1.62
Decimate Decimate
-1% Synergy in 22% of decks $0.31
Three Visits Three Visits
-11% Synergy in 17% of decks $5.21
Nature's Lore Nature's Lore
-21% Synergy in 17% of decks $2.49
Blasphemous Act Blasphemous Act
-27% Synergy in 17% of decks $1.59

Utility Artifacts

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

Swiftfoot Boots Swiftfoot Boots
-13% Synergy in 22% of decks $1.88

Enchantments

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

Tavern Brawler Tavern Brawler
+15% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.28
Colossal Majesty Colossal Majesty
+14% Synergy in 22% of decks $1.12
Hardened Scales Hardened Scales
+8% Synergy in 22% of decks $2.65
Invigorating Hot Spring Invigorating Hot Spring
+8% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.32
Doubling Season Doubling Season
+8% Synergy in 17% of decks $33.41
Utopia Sprawl Utopia Sprawl
+4% Synergy in 17% of decks $1.58
Wild Growth Wild Growth
0% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.80
Rhythm of the Wild Rhythm of the Wild
-14% Synergy in 28% of decks $4.49
Garruk's Uprising Garruk's Uprising
-20% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.63

Utility Lands

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

Spinerock Knoll Spinerock Knoll
+13% Synergy in 22% of decks $2.30
Kessig Wolf Run Kessig Wolf Run
+10% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.42
Mosswort Bridge Mosswort Bridge
+8% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.39

Mana Artifacts

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

Jade Orb of Dragonkind Jade Orb of Dragonkind
+15% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.27
Gruul Signet Gruul Signet
+7% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.41
Talisman of Impulse Talisman of Impulse
-3% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.40
Arcane Signet Arcane Signet
-23% Synergy in 39% of decks $0.38
Sol Ring Sol Ring
-24% Synergy in 56% of decks $1.23

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 in 28% of decks $0.21
Mossfire Valley Mossfire Valley
+12% Synergy in 44% of decks $0.25
Sheltered Thicket Sheltered Thicket
+12% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.23
Temple of Abandon Temple of Abandon
+10% Synergy in 44% of decks $0.34
Game Trail Game Trail
+8% Synergy in 56% of decks $0.29
Wooded Ridgeline Wooded Ridgeline
+8% Synergy in 22% of decks $0.30
Copperline Gorge Copperline Gorge
+1% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.80
Evolving Wilds Evolving Wilds
-1% Synergy in 22% of decks $0.10
Terramorphic Expanse Terramorphic Expanse
-1% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.19
Cinder Glade Cinder Glade
-8% Synergy in 61% of decks $0.31
Exotic Orchard Exotic Orchard
-9% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.24
Command Tower Command Tower
-12% Synergy in 72% of decks $0.22
Rootbound Crag Rootbound Crag
-13% Synergy in 39% of decks $0.37
Karplusan Forest Karplusan Forest
-15% Synergy in 22% of decks $0.57
Rockfall Vale Rockfall Vale
-17% Synergy in 28% of decks $0.78
Gruul Turf Gruul Turf
-18% Synergy in 22% of decks $0.32
Spire Garden Spire Garden
-20% Synergy in 17% of decks $5.37

Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat // Master Chef Deck Stats

Based on 18 Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat // Master Chef decks.

Average Mana Curve nonland cards
Card Types in the average deck
98 cards
  • Creature 21
  • Instant 15
  • Sorcery 15
  • Artifact 6
  • Enchantment 7
  • Land 34

Lands: 24 basic, 10 nonbasic

Most Played Combos

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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
Michelangelo, the Heart Raphael, the Muscle Michelangelo, the Heart // Raphael, the Muscle
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
Leonardo, the Balance Raphael, the Muscle Leonardo, the Balance // Raphael, the Muscle
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
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
Hallar, the Firefletcher Hallar, the Firefletcher
Abby, Merciless Soldier Ellie, Brick Master Abby, Merciless Soldier // Ellie, Brick Master
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 Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar Halana, Kessig Ranger // Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
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 Faceless One Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat // Faceless One
Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat Guild Artisan Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat // Guild Artisan

Other Available Backgrounds

Livaan, Cultist of Tiamat can also choose from these 29 other backgrounds:

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