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The First Doctor // Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg
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Partner Combination

The First Doctor Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg
Magic color symbol for W Magic color symbol for U
Azorius

Playstyle & Strategy

Vehicles 33% Artifacts 17% Big Mana 17% Cascade 17% Sagas 17%

How it feels to play against

Mildly Annoying Some frustrating moments but still fun.

Popularity

Niche Pick Less common, brings surprise factor.

Ranking

#4160 Current Rank
#3964 Last Month

Links & Decks

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Partner Commanders

This combination consists of these two partner commanders:

The First Doctor The First Doctor
Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg

High Synergy Cards

Cards that work exceptionally well with The First Doctor // Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg's abilities and overall game plan.

TARDIS TARDIS
+100% Synergy 100% Inclusion
Shorikai, Genesis Engine Shorikai, Genesis Engine
+49% Synergy 54% Inclusion
Flux Channeler Flux Channeler
+44% Synergy 46% Inclusion
Parhelion II Parhelion II
+31% Synergy 38% Inclusion
Ingenuity Engine Ingenuity Engine
+31% Synergy 31% Inclusion
The Fifth Doctor The Fifth Doctor
+30% Synergy 31% Inclusion
Quantum Misalignment Quantum Misalignment
+30% Synergy 31% Inclusion
Noble Heritage Noble Heritage
+30% Synergy 31% Inclusion
Danny Pink Danny Pink
+30% Synergy 31% Inclusion
March of Progress March of Progress
+28% Synergy 31% Inclusion

Top Cards

The most popular and reliable cards that form the backbone of successful The First Doctor // Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg decks.

Thopter Spy Network Thopter Spy Network
+28% Synergy 38% Inclusion
The Second Doctor The Second Doctor
+28% Synergy 31% Inclusion
Steel Overseer Steel Overseer
+27% Synergy 31% Inclusion
Sculpting Steel Sculpting Steel
+26% Synergy 31% Inclusion
Weatherlight Weatherlight
+25% Synergy 31% Inclusion
Mystic Remora Mystic Remora
+14% Synergy 31% Inclusion
Generous Gift Generous Gift
-5% Synergy 31% Inclusion
Dovin's Veto Dovin's Veto
-5% Synergy 31% Inclusion
Path to Exile Path to Exile
-22% Synergy 31% Inclusion
Swords to Plowshares Swords to Plowshares
-32% Synergy 38% Inclusion

Game Changers

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

Ancient Tomb Ancient Tomb
+14% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Enlightened Tutor Enlightened Tutor
+12% Synergy 31% Inclusion
Mystical Tutor Mystical Tutor
+8% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Rhystic Study Rhystic Study
+5% Synergy 31% Inclusion
Cyclonic Rift Cyclonic Rift
-2% Synergy 23% Inclusion

Creatures

Essential creatures that complement The First Doctor // Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg's strategy through synergy, utility, or raw power.

The Seventh Doctor The Seventh Doctor
+23% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Adric, Mathematical Genius Adric, Mathematical Genius
+23% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Luminarch Aspirant Luminarch Aspirant
+23% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Heliod, Sun-Crowned Heliod, Sun-Crowned
+20% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Urza, Lord Protector Urza, Lord Protector
+20% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Jin-Gitaxias, Progress Tyrant Jin-Gitaxias, Progress Tyrant
+20% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Vega, the Watcher Vega, the Watcher
+17% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Sram, Senior Edificer Sram, Senior Edificer
+16% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Emry, Lurker of the Loch Emry, Lurker of the Loch
+11% Synergy 23% Inclusion

Instants

Key instant-speed responses for protection, removal, and keeping The First Doctor // Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg safe.

Reverse the Polarity Reverse the Polarity
+23% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Masterful Replication Masterful Replication
+22% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Stroke of Midnight Stroke of Midnight
+7% Synergy 23% Inclusion
An Offer You Can't Refuse An Offer You Can't Refuse
0% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Counterspell Counterspell
-31% Synergy 23% Inclusion

Sorceries

Important sorcery spells that advance The First Doctor // Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg's game plan and control the board.

Echo Storm Echo Storm
+23% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Ancestral Vision Ancestral Vision
+22% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Austere Command Austere Command
+8% Synergy 23% Inclusion

Utility Artifacts

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

Blade of the Bloodchief Blade of the Bloodchief
+23% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Animation Module Animation Module
+23% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Bessie, the Doctor's Roadster Bessie, the Doctor's Roadster
+23% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Prodigy's Prototype Prodigy's Prototype
+16% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Imposter Mech Imposter Mech
+14% Synergy 23% Inclusion

Enchantments

Powerful enchantments that support The First Doctor // Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg's strategy and create lasting battlefield effects.

Mirrormade Mirrormade
+20% Synergy 23% Inclusion

Utility Lands

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

Trenzalore Clocktower Trenzalore Clocktower
+23% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Karn's Bastion Karn's Bastion
+21% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Ancient Den Ancient Den
+17% Synergy 31% Inclusion
Seat of the Synod Seat of the Synod
+8% Synergy 23% Inclusion

Mana Artifacts

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

Sonic Screwdriver Sonic Screwdriver
+36% Synergy 38% Inclusion
Talisman of Progress Talisman of Progress
+20% Synergy 69% Inclusion
The Mightstone and Weakstone The Mightstone and Weakstone
+18% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Mind Stone Mind Stone
+17% Synergy 46% Inclusion
Azorius Signet Azorius Signet
+15% Synergy 77% Inclusion
Midnight Clock Midnight Clock
+14% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Arcane Signet Arcane Signet
+8% Synergy 92% Inclusion
Sol Ring Sol Ring
+5% Synergy 92% Inclusion
Thought Vessel Thought Vessel
-4% Synergy 38% Inclusion

Lands

The mana base foundation for The First Doctor // Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg decks, ensuring smooth and reliable mana development.

Gallifrey Council Chamber Gallifrey Council Chamber
+23% Synergy 23% Inclusion
The Mycosynth Gardens The Mycosynth Gardens
+19% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Idyllic Beachfront Idyllic Beachfront
+14% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Spire of Industry Spire of Industry
+14% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Evolving Wilds Evolving Wilds
+7% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Temple of Enlightenment Temple of Enlightenment
+6% Synergy 46% Inclusion
Sea of Clouds Sea of Clouds
+5% Synergy 46% Inclusion
Adarkar Wastes Adarkar Wastes
0% Synergy 38% Inclusion
Skycloud Expanse Skycloud Expanse
-4% Synergy 31% Inclusion
Flooded Strand Flooded Strand
-7% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Azorius Chancery Azorius Chancery
-8% Synergy 31% Inclusion
Glacial Fortress Glacial Fortress
-12% Synergy 46% Inclusion
Prairie Stream Prairie Stream
-13% Synergy 54% Inclusion
Deserted Beach Deserted Beach
-14% Synergy 23% Inclusion
Hallowed Fountain Hallowed Fountain
-15% Synergy 31% Inclusion
Command Tower Command Tower
-17% Synergy 69% Inclusion
Port Town Port Town
-25% Synergy 23% Inclusion

Similar Commanders

The following Commanders share a similar playing style, strategy, or theme like The First Doctor // Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg.

Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist Rebbec, Architect of Ascension Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist // Rebbec, Architect of Ascension
The Fifth Doctor Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg The Fifth Doctor // Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg
The Fifth Doctor Sarah Jane Smith The Fifth Doctor // Sarah Jane Smith
The Fifth Doctor Tegan Jovanka The Fifth Doctor // Tegan Jovanka
The Fifth Doctor Dan Lewis The Fifth Doctor // Dan Lewis
The First Doctor Tegan Jovanka The First Doctor // Tegan Jovanka
Lulu, Loyal Hollyphant Sword Coast Sailor Lulu, Loyal Hollyphant // Sword Coast Sailor
The Eighth Doctor Clara Oswald The Eighth Doctor // Clara Oswald
The First Doctor Dan Lewis The First Doctor // Dan Lewis
Lulu, Loyal Hollyphant Clan Crafter Lulu, Loyal Hollyphant // Clan Crafter
The Seventh Doctor K-9, Mark I The Seventh Doctor // K-9, Mark I
The Fifth Doctor Ace, Fearless Rebel The Fifth Doctor // Ace, Fearless Rebel
Akiri, Line-Slinger Ghost of Ramirez DePietro Akiri, Line-Slinger // Ghost of Ramirez DePietro
The First Doctor Adric, Mathematical Genius The First Doctor // Adric, Mathematical Genius
The Fifth Doctor Ryan Sinclair The Fifth Doctor // Ryan Sinclair
The First Doctor Sarah Jane Smith The First Doctor // Sarah Jane Smith
The Fifth Doctor Peri Brown The Fifth Doctor // Peri Brown
The First Doctor Ian Chesterton The First Doctor // Ian Chesterton
Abdel Adrian, Gorion's Ward Noble Heritage Abdel Adrian, Gorion's Ward // Noble Heritage
Shorikai, Genesis Engine Shorikai, Genesis Engine
Renari, Merchant of Marvels Far Traveler Renari, Merchant of Marvels // Far Traveler
The First Doctor Donna Noble The First Doctor // Donna Noble
Lulu, Loyal Hollyphant Feywild Visitor Lulu, Loyal Hollyphant // Feywild Visitor
Brinelin, the Moon Kraken Rebbec, Architect of Ascension Brinelin, the Moon Kraken // Rebbec, Architect of Ascension
Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion Clan Crafter Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion // Clan Crafter
The First Doctor Ace, Fearless Rebel The First Doctor // Ace, Fearless Rebel
Renari, Merchant of Marvels Inspiring Leader Renari, Merchant of Marvels // Inspiring Leader
Renari, Merchant of Marvels Noble Heritage Renari, Merchant of Marvels // Noble Heritage
Kotori, Pilot Prodigy Kotori, Pilot Prodigy
The First Doctor Barbara Wright The First Doctor // Barbara Wright
The First Doctor Clara Oswald The First Doctor // Clara Oswald
The First Doctor Jo Grant The First Doctor // Jo Grant
The First Doctor K-9, Mark I The First Doctor // K-9, Mark I
The First Doctor Peri Brown The First Doctor // Peri Brown
The First Doctor Romana II The First Doctor // Romana II
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher Far Traveler Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Far Traveler
Alora, Merry Thief Clan Crafter Alora, Merry Thief // Clan Crafter
Ghost of Ramirez DePietro Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker Ghost of Ramirez DePietro // Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker
Ghost of Ramirez DePietro Keleth, Sunmane Familiar Ghost of Ramirez DePietro // Keleth, Sunmane Familiar
Ghost of Ramirez DePietro Radiant, Serra Archangel Ghost of Ramirez DePietro // Radiant, Serra Archangel