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Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
Price tag $32.22

Legendary CreatureHuman Wizard Rogue

Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist Sakashima of a Thousand Faces

How it feels to play against

Mildly Annoying Some frustrating moments but still fun.

Partner Commanders

This combination consists of these two partner commanders:

High Synergy Cards

Cards that work exceptionally well with Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces's abilities and overall game plan.

Spark Double Spark Double
+59% Synergy $6.73
Dack's Duplicate Dack's Duplicate
+57% Synergy $0.25
Clever Impersonator Clever Impersonator
+57% Synergy $2.68
Phyrexian Metamorph Phyrexian Metamorph
+52% Synergy $1.36
Phantasmal Image Phantasmal Image
+51% Synergy $2.77
Rite of Replication Rite of Replication
+49% Synergy $0.37
Mirror Box Mirror Box
+40% Synergy $4.22
Kiki-Jiki, Mirror Breaker Kiki-Jiki, Mirror Breaker
+40% Synergy $9.06
Mirrormade Mirrormade
+40% Synergy $1.44
Sakashima the Impostor Sakashima the Impostor
+39% Synergy $8.65

Top Cards

The most popular and reliable cards that form the backbone of successful Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces decks.

Cackling Counterpart Cackling Counterpart
+39% Synergy $0.15
Solemn Simulacrum Solemn Simulacrum
+37% Synergy $0.26
Chaos Warp Chaos Warp
+32% Synergy $0.34
Harmonic Prodigy Harmonic Prodigy
+24% Synergy $16.52
Rapid Hybridization Rapid Hybridization
+23% Synergy $1.15
Blasphemous Act Blasphemous Act
+19% Synergy $1.13
Pongify Pongify
+14% Synergy $2.10
Arcane Denial Arcane Denial
+12% Synergy $1.75
Niv-Mizzet, Parun Niv-Mizzet, Parun
+11% Synergy $4.28
Counterspell Counterspell
-13% Synergy $1.65

Game Changers

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

Consecrated Sphinx Consecrated Sphinx
+14% Synergy $33.99
Rhystic Study Rhystic Study
+9% Synergy $48.94
Cyclonic Rift Cyclonic Rift
+8% Synergy $48.08
Jeska's Will Jeska's Will
+5% Synergy $26.15
Mystical Tutor Mystical Tutor
-6% Synergy $11.92

Creatures

Essential creatures that complement Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces's strategy through synergy, utility, or raw power.

Glasspool Mimic Glasspool Shore Glasspool Mimic
+63% Synergy $3.91
Vizier of Many Faces Vizier of Many Faces
+35% Synergy $0.11
Mirrorhall Mimic Ghastly Mimicry Mirrorhall Mimic
+35% Synergy $0.60
Stunt Double Stunt Double
+35% Synergy $0.67
Grazilaxx, Illithid Scholar Grazilaxx, Illithid Scholar
+34% Synergy $1.24
Faerie Mastermind Faerie Mastermind
+30% Synergy $10.14
Clone Clone
+28% Synergy $0.36
Thassa, Deep-Dwelling Thassa, Deep-Dwelling
+28% Synergy $20.35
Venser, Shaper Savant Venser, Shaper Savant
+28% Synergy $0.87
Roaming Throne Roaming Throne
+28% Synergy $30.11
Kami of the Crescent Moon Kami of the Crescent Moon
+28% Synergy $5.17
Niv-Mizzet, the Firemind Niv-Mizzet, the Firemind
+24% Synergy $0.91
Cryptoplasm Cryptoplasm
+23% Synergy $0.56
Braids, Conjurer Adept Braids, Conjurer Adept
+23% Synergy $0.39
Laboratory Maniac Laboratory Maniac
+22% Synergy $0.68
Nezahal, Primal Tide Nezahal, Primal Tide
+21% Synergy $7.48
The Locust God The Locust God
+20% Synergy $4.67
Dualcaster Mage Dualcaster Mage
+20% Synergy $2.44
Chasm Skulker Chasm Skulker
+20% Synergy $0.95
Etali, Primal Storm Etali, Primal Storm
+18% Synergy $0.34
Dockside Extortionist Dockside Extortionist
+17% Synergy $11.87
Mad Ratter Mad Ratter
+17% Synergy $0.11
Orvar, the All-Form Orvar, the All-Form
+17% Synergy $2.48
Mulldrifter Mulldrifter
+17% Synergy $0.22
Mocking Doppelganger Mocking Doppelganger
+16% Synergy $2.38
Purphoros, God of the Forge Purphoros, God of the Forge
+15% Synergy $23.42
Lier, Disciple of the Drowned Lier, Disciple of the Drowned
+15% Synergy $1.48
Hullbreaker Horror Hullbreaker Horror
+12% Synergy $2.18
Tandem Lookout Tandem Lookout
+11% Synergy $0.74
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
+9% Synergy $27.60
Storm-Kiln Artist Storm-Kiln Artist
-16% Synergy $0.90

Instants

Key instant-speed responses for protection, removal, and keeping Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces safe.

Sink into Stupor Soporific Springs Sink into Stupor
+34% Synergy $7.64
Ghostly Flicker Ghostly Flicker
+33% Synergy $0.81
Valakut Awakening Valakut Stoneforge Valakut Awakening
+31% Synergy $11.68
Mystic Reflection Mystic Reflection
+28% Synergy $0.72
Sublime Epiphany Sublime Epiphany
+20% Synergy $0.29
Seething Song Seething Song
+17% Synergy $6.27
Narset's Reversal Narset's Reversal
+16% Synergy $2.35
Reality Shift Reality Shift
+3% Synergy $0.25
Mana Drain Mana Drain
+1% Synergy $42.96
Swan Song Swan Song
-2% Synergy $6.09
An Offer You Can't Refuse An Offer You Can't Refuse
-9% Synergy $1.46
Brainstorm Brainstorm
-10% Synergy $1.51
Frantic Search Frantic Search
-17% Synergy $0.34

Sorceries

Important sorcery spells that advance Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces's game plan and control the board.

Quasiduplicate Quasiduplicate
+33% Synergy $0.45
Irenicus's Vile Duplication Irenicus's Vile Duplication
+30% Synergy $7.87
Stolen Identity Stolen Identity
+23% Synergy $0.47
Heat Shimmer Heat Shimmer
+16% Synergy $9.35
Sea Gate Restoration Sea Gate, Reborn Sea Gate Restoration
+15% Synergy $34.20
Ponder Ponder
-3% Synergy $1.65
Windfall Windfall
-4% Synergy $3.95
Vandalblast Vandalblast
-4% Synergy $2.73

Utility Artifacts

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

Mirage Mirror Mirage Mirror
+28% Synergy $0.57
Folio of Fancies Folio of Fancies
+28% Synergy $0.97
Mirror Gallery Mirror Gallery
+23% Synergy $25.91
Helm of the Host Helm of the Host
+21% Synergy $12.75
Howling Mine Howling Mine
+14% Synergy $4.60
Wayfarer's Bauble Wayfarer's Bauble
+5% Synergy $0.24
Lightning Greaves Lightning Greaves
-7% Synergy $4.45

Enchantments

Powerful enchantments that support Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces's strategy and create lasting battlefield effects.

Leyline of Anticipation Leyline of Anticipation
+20% Synergy $1.77
Teferi's Ageless Insight Teferi's Ageless Insight
+15% Synergy $2.10
Ominous Seas Ominous Seas
+14% Synergy $1.16
Mystic Remora Mystic Remora
+9% Synergy $8.34
Propaganda Propaganda
+9% Synergy $2.01
Curiosity Curiosity
-6% Synergy $0.53

Utility Lands

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

Reliquary Tower Reliquary Tower
+20% Synergy $1.98
Thespian's Stage Thespian's Stage
+17% Synergy $0.64
Emergence Zone Emergence Zone
+14% Synergy $1.84
Otawara, Soaring City Otawara, Soaring City
+11% Synergy $19.28
Mystic Sanctuary Mystic Sanctuary
+3% Synergy $1.41

Mana Artifacts

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

Cursed Mirror Cursed Mirror
+40% Synergy $0.96
Gilded Lotus Gilded Lotus
+23% Synergy $1.28
Commander's Sphere Commander's Sphere
+18% Synergy $0.16
Thought Vessel Thought Vessel
+10% Synergy $1.33
Mind Stone Mind Stone
+8% Synergy $0.22
Fellwar Stone Fellwar Stone
+2% Synergy $1.12
Izzet Signet Izzet Signet
-4% Synergy $0.29
Sol Ring Sol Ring
-5% Synergy $1.07
Arcane Signet Arcane Signet
-8% Synergy $0.51
Talisman of Creativity Talisman of Creativity
-9% Synergy $1.32

Lands

The mana base foundation for Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces decks, ensuring smooth and reliable mana development.

Fabled Passage Fabled Passage
+32% Synergy $3.53
Scalding Tarn Scalding Tarn
+28% Synergy $24.04
Riverglide Pathway Lavaglide Pathway Riverglide Pathway
+28% Synergy $4.73
Training Center Training Center
+20% Synergy $10.54
Steam Vents Steam Vents
+18% Synergy $14.78
Cascade Bluffs Cascade Bluffs
+18% Synergy $0.51
Izzet Boilerworks Izzet Boilerworks
+11% Synergy $0.27
Volcanic Island Volcanic Island
+9% Synergy
Molten Tributary Molten Tributary
+8% Synergy $0.32
Thundering Falls Thundering Falls
+7% Synergy $17.89
Shivan Reef Shivan Reef
+6% Synergy $0.24
Ferrous Lake Ferrous Lake
+6% Synergy $0.33
Path of Ancestry Path of Ancestry
+4% Synergy $0.18
Stormcarved Coast Stormcarved Coast
+3% Synergy $2.60
Fiery Islet Fiery Islet
-2% Synergy $2.38
Exotic Orchard Exotic Orchard
-5% Synergy $0.45
Frostboil Snarl Frostboil Snarl
-8% Synergy $0.20
Sulfur Falls Sulfur Falls
-12% Synergy $0.32
Command Tower Command Tower
-23% Synergy $0.22
Temple of Epiphany Temple of Epiphany
-25% Synergy $0.29

Similar Commanders

The following Commanders share a similar playing style, strategy, or theme like Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces.

Dargo, the Shipwrecker Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Dargo, the Shipwrecker // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
Alena, Kessig Trapper Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Alena, Kessig Trapper // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
Brinelin, the Moon Kraken Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Brinelin, the Moon Kraken // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
The Sixth Doctor Bill Potts The Sixth Doctor // Bill Potts
Esior, Wardwing Familiar Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
Jeska, Thrice Reborn Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Jeska, Thrice Reborn // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
Francisco, Fowl Marauder Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Francisco, Fowl Marauder // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
Kamahl, Heart of Krosa Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Kamahl, Heart of Krosa // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
Viconia, Drow Apostate Shameless Charlatan Viconia, Drow Apostate // Shameless Charlatan
Sakashima the Impostor Sakashima the Impostor
The Fifth Doctor Romana II The Fifth Doctor // Romana II
Livio, Oathsworn Sentinel Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Livio, Oathsworn Sentinel // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
Miara, Thorn of the Glade Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Miara, Thorn of the Glade // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
Go-Shintai of Lost Wisdom Go-Shintai of Lost Wisdom
Anara, Wolvid Familiar Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Anara, Wolvid Familiar // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
The Ninth Doctor Romana II The Ninth Doctor // Romana II
Keiga, the Tide Star Keiga, the Tide Star
Volo, Itinerant Scholar Shameless Charlatan Volo, Itinerant Scholar // Shameless Charlatan
Wilson, Refined Grizzly Shameless Charlatan Wilson, Refined Grizzly // Shameless Charlatan
Sarevok, Deathbringer Shameless Charlatan Sarevok, Deathbringer // Shameless Charlatan
Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Tana, the Bloodsower Sakashima of a Thousand Faces // Tana, the Bloodsower
Brothers Yamazaki Brothers Yamazaki
Akroma, Vision of Ixidor Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Akroma, Vision of Ixidor // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Vial Smasher the Fierce Sakashima of a Thousand Faces // Vial Smasher the Fierce
Alora, Merry Thief Shameless Charlatan Alora, Merry Thief // Shameless Charlatan
Obeka, Brute Chronologist Obeka, Brute Chronologist
The Tenth Doctor Romana II The Tenth Doctor // Romana II
Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Tormod, the Desecrator Sakashima of a Thousand Faces // Tormod, the Desecrator
Linessa, Zephyr Mage Linessa, Zephyr Mage
Glacian, Powerstone Engineer Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Glacian, Powerstone Engineer // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
Karlach, Fury of Avernus Shameless Charlatan Karlach, Fury of Avernus // Shameless Charlatan
Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Sengir, the Dark Baron Sakashima of a Thousand Faces // Sengir, the Dark Baron
Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Tevesh Szat, Doom of Fools Sakashima of a Thousand Faces // Tevesh Szat, Doom of Fools
Wyll, Blade of Frontiers Shameless Charlatan Wyll, Blade of Frontiers // Shameless Charlatan
Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
Gilanra, Caller of Wirewood Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Gilanra, Caller of Wirewood // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
The Fourteenth Doctor Romana II The Fourteenth Doctor // Romana II