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Sarevok, Deathbringer // Passionate Archaeologist
Price tag $16.72

Legendary Creature — Human Knight Enchantment Background

Sarevok, Deathbringer Passionate Archaeologist
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Rakdos

Playstyle & Strategy

Exile 50% Foretell 50%

How it feels to play against

Mildly Annoying Some frustrating moments but still fun.

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Mana Pool $0.15
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High Synergy Cards

Cards that work exceptionally well with Sarevok, Deathbringer // Passionate Archaeologist's abilities and overall game plan.

Warehouse Thief Warehouse Thief
+75% Synergy in 75% of decks $0.11
Breya's Apprentice Breya's Apprentice
+74% Synergy in 75% of decks $0.35
Tavern Brawler Tavern Brawler
+74% Synergy in 75% of decks $0.21
Plargg and Nassari Plargg and Nassari
+73% Synergy in 75% of decks $0.30
Outpost Siege Outpost Siege
+73% Synergy in 75% of decks $0.31
Grenzo, Havoc Raiser Grenzo, Havoc Raiser
+72% Synergy in 75% of decks $0.34
Gonti, Lord of Luxury Gonti, Lord of Luxury
+71% Synergy in 75% of decks $0.38
Rakdos Joins Up Rakdos Joins Up
+70% Synergy in 75% of decks $0.58
Mahadi, Emporium Master Mahadi, Emporium Master
+61% Synergy in 75% of decks $1.13
Flamekin Herald Flamekin Herald
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.35

Creatures

Essential creatures that complement Sarevok, Deathbringer // Passionate Archaeologist's strategy through synergy, utility, or raw power.

Warehouse Thief Warehouse Thief
+75% Synergy in 75% of decks $0.11
Breya's Apprentice Breya's Apprentice
+74% Synergy in 75% of decks $0.35
Plargg and Nassari Plargg and Nassari
+73% Synergy in 75% of decks $0.30
Grenzo, Havoc Raiser Grenzo, Havoc Raiser
+72% Synergy in 75% of decks $0.34
Gonti, Lord of Luxury Gonti, Lord of Luxury
+71% Synergy in 75% of decks $0.38
Mahadi, Emporium Master Mahadi, Emporium Master
+61% Synergy in 75% of decks $1.13
Flamekin Herald Flamekin Herald
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.35
Vengeful Reaper Vengeful Reaper
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.28
Intellect Devourer Intellect Devourer
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.37
Feldon, Ronom Excavator Feldon, Ronom Excavator
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.29
Lobelia, Defender of Bag End Lobelia, Defender of Bag End
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.30
Yasmin Khan Yasmin Khan
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.28
Ryan Sinclair Ryan Sinclair
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.30
Kalakscion, Hunger Tyrant Kalakscion, Hunger Tyrant
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.30
Baeloth Barrityl, Entertainer Baeloth Barrityl, Entertainer
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $10.70
Hedron Detonator Hedron Detonator
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $7.59
Gila Courser Gila Courser
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.22
Caustic Bronco Caustic Bronco
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.34
Akul the Unrepentant Akul the Unrepentant
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.30
Glóin, Dwarf Emissary Glóin, Dwarf Emissary
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $2.77
Hidetsugu, Devouring Chaos Hidetsugu, Devouring Chaos
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.33
Dream Devourer Dream Devourer
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.86
Ayara, Widow of the Realm Ayara, Furnace Queen Ayara, Widow of the Realm
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.40
Bonehoard Dracosaur Bonehoard Dracosaur
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $15.04
Gonti, Night Minister Gonti, Night Minister
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.30
Florian, Voldaren Scion Florian, Voldaren Scion
+42% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.47
Kardur, Doomscourge Kardur, Doomscourge
+33% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.86
Kellan, Planar Trailblazer Kellan, Planar Trailblazer
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.19
Imskir Iron-Eater Imskir Iron-Eater
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.26
Dragonhawk, Fate's Tempest Dragonhawk, Fate's Tempest
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $4.39
Alexios, Deimos of Kosmos Alexios, Deimos of Kosmos
+28% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.57
Ravenloft Adventurer Ravenloft Adventurer
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.40
Bloodboil Sorcerer Bloodboil Sorcerer
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.18
Burakos, Party Leader Burakos, Party Leader
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $1.16
Farid, Enterprising Salvager Farid, Enterprising Salvager
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.37
Marionette Apprentice Marionette Apprentice
+24% Synergy in 33% of decks $1.85
Dark-Dweller Oracle Dark-Dweller Oracle
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.33
Tuktuk Rubblefort Tuktuk Rubblefort
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.28
Kaervek, the Punisher Kaervek, the Punisher
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.31
Forsworn Paladin Forsworn Paladin
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.37
Frenzied Gorespawn Frenzied Gorespawn
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $2.66
Rodeo Pyromancers Rodeo Pyromancers
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.22
Agitator Ant Agitator Ant
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.36
Death Kiss Death Kiss
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $2.99
Gix, Yawgmoth Praetor Gix, Yawgmoth Praetor
+22% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.84
Kellogg, Dangerous Mind Kellogg, Dangerous Mind
+22% Synergy in 25% of decks $3.10
Bothersome Quasit Bothersome Quasit
+22% Synergy in 25% of decks $13.72
Elturel Survivors Elturel Survivors
+22% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.68
Laughing Jasper Flint Laughing Jasper Flint
+21% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.42
Firebrand Archer Firebrand Archer
+19% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.32

Instants

Key instant-speed responses for protection, removal, and keeping Sarevok, Deathbringer // Passionate Archaeologist safe.

Fury Charm Fury Charm
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.25
Dual Strike Dual Strike
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.19
Demon Bolt Demon Bolt
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.25
Outlaws' Fury Outlaws' Fury
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.20
Rise of the Dread Marn Rise of the Dread Marn
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.62
March of Reckless Joy March of Reckless Joy
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.28
Astarion's Thirst Astarion's Thirst
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $1.65
Defile Defile
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $1.08
Poison the Cup Poison the Cup
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.20
Sacrifice Sacrifice
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $16.26
Bituminous Blast Bituminous Blast
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.23
Burnt Offering Burnt Offering
+20% Synergy in 25% of decks $1.37
Fling Fling
+20% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.32
Delayed Blast Fireball Delayed Blast Fireball
+20% Synergy in 25% of decks $16.30
Undying Malice Undying Malice
+19% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.32
Seething Song Seething Song
+15% Synergy in 25% of decks $11.32
Deadly Dispute Deadly Dispute
0% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.30
Dark Ritual Dark Ritual
-15% Synergy in 25% of decks $8.15
Chaos Warp Chaos Warp
-24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.96

Sorceries

Important sorcery spells that advance Sarevok, Deathbringer // Passionate Archaeologist's game plan and control the board.

Phthisis Phthisis
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.32
Rift Bolt Rift Bolt
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.26
Glimpse of Tomorrow Glimpse of Tomorrow
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.22
Impending Flux Impending Flux
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.31
Glimpse the Impossible Glimpse the Impossible
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.28
Bloodsoaked Insight Sanguine Morass Bloodsoaked Insight
+25% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.27
You've Been Caught Stealing You've Been Caught Stealing
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.25
Crush the Weak Crush the Weak
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.28
Pyretic Charge Pyretic Charge
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.73
Into the Time Vortex Into the Time Vortex
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.31
Wheel of Fate Wheel of Fate
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $2.85
Galvanic Relay Galvanic Relay
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.22
Anzrag's Rampage Anzrag's Rampage
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.23
Coronation of Chaos Coronation of Chaos
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.19
Mass Mutiny Mass Mutiny
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.39
Rite of Consumption Rite of Consumption
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $5.96
Volcanic Torrent Volcanic Torrent
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.30
Inspired Tinkering Inspired Tinkering
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $1.05
Spectacular Showdown Spectacular Showdown
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $3.16
Strike It Rich Strike It Rich
+22% Synergy in 25% of decks $1.59
Mob Rule Mob Rule
+22% Synergy in 25% of decks $1.88
Wrenn's Resolve Wrenn's Resolve
+22% Synergy in 25% of decks $1.84
Call Forth the Tempest Call Forth the Tempest
+22% Synergy in 25% of decks $16.63
Hit the Mother Lode Hit the Mother Lode
+21% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.75
Chandra's Ignition Chandra's Ignition
+20% Synergy in 25% of decks $5.67
Disrupt Decorum Disrupt Decorum
+16% Synergy in 25% of decks $4.06
Mana Geyser Mana Geyser
+14% Synergy in 25% of decks $1.18
Feed the Swarm Feed the Swarm
-20% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.22
Blasphemous Act Blasphemous Act
-26% Synergy in 25% of decks $1.62

Utility Artifacts

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

Meteoric Mace Meteoric Mace
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.22
Ore-Rich Stalactite Cosmium Catalyst Ore-Rich Stalactite
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.37
Ogre's Cleaver Ogre's Cleaver
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.25
Amorphous Axe Amorphous Axe
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.23
Omen Machine Omen Machine
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $2.84
Gate Smasher Gate Smasher
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.14
Geistflame Reservoir Geistflame Reservoir
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.22
Smoldering Stagecoach Smoldering Stagecoach
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.33
Swashbuckler's Whip Swashbuckler's Whip
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.23
Altar of Bhaal Altar of Bhaal
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.32
Blackblade Reforged Blackblade Reforged
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $2.97
Wand of Wonder Wand of Wonder
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $1.79
Prized Statue Prized Statue
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.34
Brass's Tunnel-Grinder Tecutlan, the Searing Rift Brass's Tunnel-Grinder
+21% Synergy in 25% of decks $2.77
Vat of Rebirth Vat of Rebirth
+21% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.38
Swiftfoot Boots Swiftfoot Boots
-7% Synergy in 25% of decks $1.86

Enchantments

Powerful enchantments that support Sarevok, Deathbringer // Passionate Archaeologist's strategy and create lasting battlefield effects.

Tavern Brawler Tavern Brawler
+74% Synergy in 75% of decks $0.21
Outpost Siege Outpost Siege
+73% Synergy in 75% of decks $0.31
Rakdos Joins Up Rakdos Joins Up
+70% Synergy in 75% of decks $0.58
Charred Foyer // Warped Space Charred Foyer // Warped Space
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $2.81
Criminal Past Criminal Past
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.27
Loot Dispute Loot Dispute
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.32
Endless Scream Endless Scream
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.20
Demonic Ruckus Demonic Ruckus
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.27
Agent of the Shadow Thieves Agent of the Shadow Thieves
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.29
Haunted One Haunted One
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $4.95
Hot Pursuit Hot Pursuit
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.35
Baneful Omen Baneful Omen
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $1.83
Mana Flare Mana Flare
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $1.41
Wild Wasteland Wild Wasteland
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.75
Arcane Bombardment Arcane Bombardment
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $5.38
Ghoulish Impetus Ghoulish Impetus
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.49
Guild Artisan Guild Artisan
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.27
Parasitic Impetus Parasitic Impetus
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.30
Stolen Strategy Stolen Strategy
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.40
Agent of the Iron Throne Agent of the Iron Throne
+21% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.48
Shiny Impetus Shiny Impetus
+20% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.35

Battles

Battles that give Sarevok, Deathbringer // Passionate Archaeologist decks a second front to attack, plus a payoff for defeating them.

Invasion of Fiora Marchesa, Resolute Monarch Invasion of Fiora
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.48
Invasion of Kaldheim Pyre of the World Tree Invasion of Kaldheim
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.36

Utility Lands

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

Smoldering Crater Smoldering Crater
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.19
Hidden Necropolis Hidden Necropolis
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.18
Hidden Volcano Hidden Volcano
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.25
Spinerock Knoll Spinerock Knoll
+16% Synergy in 25% of decks $2.27
Takenuma, Abandoned Mire Takenuma, Abandoned Mire
+15% Synergy in 25% of decks $11.30

Mana Artifacts

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

Hedron Archive Hedron Archive
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.35
Sol Ring Sol Ring
+13% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.21
Arcane Signet Arcane Signet
-8% Synergy in 75% of decks $0.39

Lands

The mana base foundation for Sarevok, Deathbringer // Passionate Archaeologist decks, ensuring smooth and reliable mana development.

Blackcleave Cliffs Blackcleave Cliffs
+32% Synergy in 50% of decks $2.40
Canyon Slough Canyon Slough
+32% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.28
Black Dragon Gate Black Dragon Gate
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.51
Billiard Room Billiard Room
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.36
Riveteers Overlook Riveteers Overlook
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.27
Rocky Tar Pit Rocky Tar Pit
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.29
Maestros Theater Maestros Theater
+22% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.30
Fabled Passage Fabled Passage
+16% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.93
Smoldering Marsh Smoldering Marsh
+11% Synergy in 75% of decks $0.26
Mount Doom Mount Doom
+7% Synergy in 25% of decks $5.68
Sulfurous Springs Sulfurous Springs
+6% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.43
Blazemire Verge Blazemire Verge
+4% Synergy in 33% of decks $11.71
Raucous Theater Raucous Theater
+4% Synergy in 25% of decks $11.09
Haunted Ridge Haunted Ridge
-9% Synergy in 25% of decks $1.50
Tainted Peak Tainted Peak
-15% Synergy in 25% of decks $1.58
Foreboding Ruins Foreboding Ruins
-21% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.31
Dragonskull Summit Dragonskull Summit
-35% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.44
Command Tower Command Tower
-36% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.24

Sarevok, Deathbringer // Passionate Archaeologist Deck Stats

Based on 4 Sarevok, Deathbringer // Passionate Archaeologist decks.

Average Mana Curve nonland cards
Card Types in the average deck
98 cards
  • Creature 35
  • Instant 6
  • Sorcery 8
  • Artifact 6
  • Enchantment 7
  • Land 36

Lands: 26 basic, 10 nonbasic

Similar Commanders

The following Commanders share a similar playing style, strategy, or theme like Sarevok, Deathbringer // Passionate Archaeologist.

Breeches, Brazen Plunderer Reyhan, Last of the Abzan Breeches, Brazen Plunderer // Reyhan, Last of the Abzan
Wyll, Blade of Frontiers Passionate Archaeologist Wyll, Blade of Frontiers // Passionate Archaeologist
The War Doctor Vislor Turlough The War Doctor // Vislor Turlough
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher Passionate Archaeologist Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Passionate Archaeologist
The Twelfth Doctor Vislor Turlough The Twelfth Doctor // Vislor Turlough
Safana, Calimport Cutthroat Passionate Archaeologist Safana, Calimport Cutthroat // Passionate Archaeologist
Breeches, Brazen Plunderer Tymna the Weaver Breeches, Brazen Plunderer // Tymna the Weaver
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher Guild Artisan Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Guild Artisan
Sivriss, Nightmare Speaker Passionate Archaeologist Sivriss, Nightmare Speaker // Passionate Archaeologist
The Eleventh Doctor Amy Pond The Eleventh Doctor // Amy Pond
The Ninth Doctor Rose Tyler The Ninth Doctor // Rose Tyler
The Tenth Doctor Donna Noble The Tenth Doctor // Donna Noble
The Seventh Doctor Amy Pond The Seventh Doctor // Amy Pond
The Twelfth Doctor Peri Brown The Twelfth Doctor // Peri Brown
The Twelfth Doctor Amy Pond The Twelfth Doctor // Amy Pond
The War Doctor Amy Pond The War Doctor // Amy Pond
The War Doctor Clara Oswald The War Doctor // Clara Oswald
The War Doctor Rose Tyler The War Doctor // Rose Tyler
The War Doctor Ryan Sinclair The War Doctor // Ryan Sinclair
The War Doctor Sarah Jane Smith The War Doctor // Sarah Jane Smith
The War Doctor Tegan Jovanka The War Doctor // Tegan Jovanka
The War Doctor Yasmin Khan The War Doctor // Yasmin Khan
The Tenth Doctor Rose Tyler The Tenth Doctor // Rose Tyler
The Thirteenth Doctor Amy Pond The Thirteenth Doctor // Amy Pond
Durnan of the Yawning Portal Passionate Archaeologist Durnan of the Yawning Portal // Passionate Archaeologist
Shadowheart, Dark Justiciar Passionate Archaeologist Shadowheart, Dark Justiciar // Passionate Archaeologist
Viconia, Drow Apostate Dragon Cultist Viconia, Drow Apostate // Dragon Cultist
Volo, Itinerant Scholar Passionate Archaeologist Volo, Itinerant Scholar // Passionate Archaeologist
The Twelfth Doctor Rose Tyler The Twelfth Doctor // Rose Tyler
The War Doctor Ace, Fearless Rebel The War Doctor // Ace, Fearless Rebel
The War Doctor K-9, Mark I The War Doctor // K-9, Mark I
The War Doctor Martha Jones The War Doctor // Martha Jones
Viconia, Drow Apostate Passionate Archaeologist Viconia, Drow Apostate // Passionate Archaeologist
The Twelfth Doctor Sarah Jane Smith The Twelfth Doctor // Sarah Jane Smith
The War Doctor Adric, Mathematical Genius The War Doctor // Adric, Mathematical Genius
The Tenth Doctor Amy Pond The Tenth Doctor // Amy Pond
Breeches, Brazen Plunderer Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper Breeches, Brazen Plunderer // Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper
The War Doctor Bill Potts The War Doctor // Bill Potts
The Tenth Doctor Clara Oswald The Tenth Doctor // Clara Oswald
The Tenth Doctor Graham O'Brien The Tenth Doctor // Graham O'Brien

Other Available Backgrounds

Sarevok, Deathbringer can also choose from these 29 other backgrounds:

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