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Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Acolyte of Bahamut
Price tag $0.41

Legendary Creature — Human Wizard Enchantment Background

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher Acolyte of Bahamut
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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 Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Acolyte of Bahamut's abilities and overall game plan.

Bloomvine Regent Bloomvine Regent
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.84
Broodcaller Scourge Broodcaller Scourge
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.56
Deceptive Frostkite Deceptive Frostkite
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $2.50
Diviner of Mist Diviner of Mist
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.24
Icefall Regent Icefall Regent
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.49
Juvenile Mist Dragon Juvenile Mist Dragon
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.20
Korlessa, Scale Singer Korlessa, Scale Singer
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.33
Scaled Nurturer Scaled Nurturer
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.28
Dream-Thief's Bandana Dream-Thief's Bandana
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.66
Ranger Class Ranger Class
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.36

Creatures

Essential creatures that complement Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Acolyte of Bahamut's strategy through synergy, utility, or raw power.

Bloomvine Regent Bloomvine Regent
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.84
Canopy Gargantuan Canopy Gargantuan
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $4.22
Fblthp, Lost on the Range Fblthp, Lost on the Range
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.35
Hammerhead Tyrant Hammerhead Tyrant
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.33
Kairi, the Swirling Sky Kairi, the Swirling Sky
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.77
Kura, the Boundless Sky Kura, the Boundless Sky
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $2.80
Marang River Regent Marang River Regent
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.91
Whirlwing Stormbrood Whirlwing Stormbrood
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.19
The Reality Chip The Reality Chip
+98% Synergy in 100% of decks $3.88
Fanatic of Rhonas Fanatic of Rhonas
+94% Synergy in 100% of decks $14.22
Cemetery Illuminator Cemetery Illuminator
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.58
Blue Dragon Blue Dragon
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.25
Destructor Dragon Destructor Dragon
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.27
Draconic Muralists Draconic Muralists
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.34
Dragon Turtle Dragon Turtle
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.36
Dragonborn Looter Dragonborn Looter
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.23
Durnan of the Yawning Portal Durnan of the Yawning Portal
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.44
Foe-Razer Regent Foe-Razer Regent
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.28
Jugan, the Rising Star Jugan, the Rising Star
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.29
Magus of the Future Magus of the Future
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.31
Oceanus Dragon Oceanus Dragon
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.16
Phantasmal Dragon Phantasmal Dragon
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.23
Quicksilver Dragon Quicksilver Dragon
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.40
Renari, Merchant of Marvels Renari, Merchant of Marvels
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.26
Skanos Dragonheart Skanos Dragonheart
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.23
The Fourth Doctor The Fourth Doctor
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.28
Ancient Bronze Dragon Ancient Bronze Dragon
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $17.00
Loyal Drake Loyal Drake
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.33
Sapphire Dragon Sapphire Dragon
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.32
Earthquake Dragon Earthquake Dragon
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.96
Iymrith, Desert Doom Iymrith, Desert Doom
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.14
Keiga, the Tide Star Keiga, the Tide Star
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.38
Moritte of the Frost Moritte of the Frost
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.34
Vesuvan Drifter Vesuvan Drifter
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.32
Ancient Silver Dragon Ancient Silver Dragon
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $45.57
Shimmer Dragon Shimmer Dragon
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.34
Sword Coast Serpent Sword Coast Serpent
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.25
Astral Dragon Astral Dragon
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $37.08
Augur of Autumn Augur of Autumn
+45% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.22
Realmwalker Realmwalker
+42% Synergy in 50% of decks $2.13
Broodcaller Scourge Broodcaller Scourge
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.56
Deceptive Frostkite Deceptive Frostkite
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $2.50
Diviner of Mist Diviner of Mist
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.24
Icefall Regent Icefall Regent
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.49
Juvenile Mist Dragon Juvenile Mist Dragon
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.20
Korlessa, Scale Singer Korlessa, Scale Singer
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.33
Scaled Nurturer Scaled Nurturer
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.28

Instants

Key instant-speed responses for protection, removal, and keeping Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Acolyte of Bahamut safe.

Brainstorm Brainstorm
+85% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.60
Memory Deluge Memory Deluge
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.33
Mission Briefing Mission Briefing
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.35
Draconic Lore Draconic Lore
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.31
Silumgar's Scorn Silumgar's Scorn
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.25
Moment's Peace Moment's Peace
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $5.27
Otherworldly Gaze Otherworldly Gaze
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.33
Beast Within Beast Within
+48% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.76
Consider Consider
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.29
Inscription of Abundance Inscription of Abundance
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.36
Mana Leak Mana Leak
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.31
Spell Pierce Spell Pierce
+46% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.26
Decisive Denial Decisive Denial
+45% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.34
Nature's Claim Nature's Claim
+39% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.38
Reality Shift Reality Shift
+35% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.24
Pongify Pongify
+25% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.63
Rapid Hybridization Rapid Hybridization
+24% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.95
Negate Negate
+23% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.15
Counterspell Counterspell
-1% Synergy in 50% of decks $4.36

Sorceries

Important sorcery spells that advance Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Acolyte of Bahamut's game plan and control the board.

Bridgeworks Battle Tanglespan Bridgeworks Bridgeworks Battle
+96% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.20
Ravenform Ravenform
+95% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.30
Fade Away Fade Away
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.47
Increasing Savagery Increasing Savagery
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.39
Overwhelming Encounter Overwhelming Encounter
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.25
Wash Out Wash Out
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.40
Devastation Tide Devastation Tide
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.41
Flood of Tears Flood of Tears
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.01
River's Rebuke River's Rebuke
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.52
Ponder Ponder
+43% Synergy in 50% of decks $2.93
Preordain Preordain
+41% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.87
Curse of the Swine Curse of the Swine
+39% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.31
Farseek Farseek
+27% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.43
Nature's Lore Nature's Lore
+20% Synergy in 50% of decks $2.49
Rampant Growth Rampant Growth
+8% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.01

Utility Artifacts

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

Arcane Encyclopedia Arcane Encyclopedia
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.27
Belbe's Portal Belbe's Portal
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.46
Mask of Avacyn Mask of Avacyn
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.28
Oracle's Vault Oracle's Vault
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.29
Sword of Forge and Frontier Sword of Forge and Frontier
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $8.25
Sting, the Glinting Dagger Sting, the Glinting Dagger
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $2.29
Monster Manual Monster Manual
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $7.34
Lightning Greaves Lightning Greaves
+27% Synergy in 50% of decks $2.97
Swiftfoot Boots Swiftfoot Boots
+24% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.86
Dream-Thief's Bandana Dream-Thief's Bandana
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.66

Enchantments

Powerful enchantments that support Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Acolyte of Bahamut's strategy and create lasting battlefield effects.

Soothsaying Soothsaying
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.60
Call to the Kindred Call to the Kindred
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.14
Future Sight Future Sight
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.34
Jugan Defends the Temple Remnant of the Rising Star Jugan Defends the Temple
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.56
Frontier Siege Frontier Siege
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.33
Elven Chorus Elven Chorus
+46% Synergy in 50% of decks $4.15
Wizard Class Wizard Class
+44% Synergy in 50% of decks $2.90
Reflections of Littjara Reflections of Littjara
+42% Synergy in 50% of decks $2.58
Garruk's Uprising Garruk's Uprising
+35% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.64
Ranger Class Ranger Class
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.36

Planeswalkers

Planeswalkers that work alongside Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Acolyte of Bahamut to provide ongoing value and board presence.

Vivien, Champion of the Wilds Vivien, Champion of the Wilds
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.05

Utility Lands

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

Mystifying Maze Mystifying Maze
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.59
Cascading Cataracts Cascading Cataracts
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $2.22
Mikokoro, Center of the Sea Mikokoro, Center of the Sea
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $4.92
Terrain Generator Terrain Generator
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $2.21
Bonders' Enclave Bonders' Enclave
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.86
Treasure Vault Treasure Vault
+46% Synergy in 50% of decks $2.10
Rivendell Rivendell
+44% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.33
Boseiju, Who Endures Boseiju, Who Endures
+28% Synergy in 50% of decks $46.42
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
+28% Synergy in 50% of decks $14.16

Mana Artifacts

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

Herd Heirloom Herd Heirloom
+97% Synergy in 100% of decks $4.58
Jade Orb of Dragonkind Jade Orb of Dragonkind
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.27
Lapis Orb of Dragonkind Lapis Orb of Dragonkind
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.26
Basalt Monolith Basalt Monolith
+43% Synergy in 50% of decks $4.98
Arcane Signet Arcane Signet
+37% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.39
Talisman of Curiosity Talisman of Curiosity
+28% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.49
Simic Signet Simic Signet
+17% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.35
Sol Ring Sol Ring
-31% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.21

Lands

The mana base foundation for Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Acolyte of Bahamut decks, ensuring smooth and reliable mana development.

Exotic Orchard Exotic Orchard
+76% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.25
Vineglimmer Snarl Vineglimmer Snarl
+62% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.24
Simic Growth Chamber Simic Growth Chamber
+51% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.35
Manor Gate Manor Gate
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.92
Sea Gate Sea Gate
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.91
Thriving Grove Thriving Grove
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.19
Thriving Isle Thriving Isle
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.21
Yavimaya Coast Yavimaya Coast
+47% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.33
Brokers Hideout Brokers Hideout
+45% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.48
Quandrix Campus Quandrix Campus
+43% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.26
Secluded Courtyard Secluded Courtyard
+42% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.34
Unclaimed Territory Unclaimed Territory
+42% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.29
Simic Guildgate Simic Guildgate
+40% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.14
Tangled Islet Tangled Islet
+33% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.30
Path of Ancestry Path of Ancestry
+32% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.28
Thornwood Falls Thornwood Falls
+32% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.18
Flooded Grove Flooded Grove
+11% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.31
Temple of Mystery Temple of Mystery
+11% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.29
Rejuvenating Springs Rejuvenating Springs
+5% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.80
Hinterland Harbor Hinterland Harbor
-8% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.34
Command Tower Command Tower
-36% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.24

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Acolyte of Bahamut Deck Stats

Based on 2 Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Acolyte of Bahamut decks.

Average Mana Curve nonland cards
Card Types in the average deck
98 cards
  • Creature 27
  • Instant 10
  • Sorcery 8
  • Artifact 10
  • Enchantment 6
  • Land 37

Lands: 18 basic, 19 nonbasic

Similar Commanders

The following Commanders share a similar playing style, strategy, or theme like Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Acolyte of Bahamut.

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher Cloakwood Hermit Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Cloakwood Hermit
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher Hardy Outlander Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Hardy Outlander
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher Master Chef Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Master Chef
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher Raised by Giants Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Raised by Giants
Erinis, Gloom Stalker Candlekeep Sage Erinis, Gloom Stalker // Candlekeep Sage
Erinis, Gloom Stalker Clan Crafter Erinis, Gloom Stalker // Clan Crafter
Erinis, Gloom Stalker Dungeon Delver Erinis, Gloom Stalker // Dungeon Delver
Erinis, Gloom Stalker Feywild Visitor Erinis, Gloom Stalker // Feywild Visitor
Erinis, Gloom Stalker Shameless Charlatan Erinis, Gloom Stalker // Shameless Charlatan
Erinis, Gloom Stalker Sword Coast Sailor Erinis, Gloom Stalker // Sword Coast Sailor
Kamahl, Heart of Krosa Kydele, Chosen of Kruphix Kamahl, Heart of Krosa // Kydele, Chosen of Kruphix
Kamahl, Heart of Krosa Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator Kamahl, Heart of Krosa // Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator
Kamahl, Heart of Krosa Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Kamahl, Heart of Krosa // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
Kamahl, Heart of Krosa Siani, Eye of the Storm Kamahl, Heart of Krosa // Siani, Eye of the Storm
Kamahl, Heart of Krosa Thrasios, Triton Hero Kamahl, Heart of Krosa // Thrasios, Triton Hero
Siani, Eye of the Storm Slurrk, All-Ingesting Siani, Eye of the Storm // Slurrk, All-Ingesting
Siani, Eye of the Storm Thrasios, Triton Hero Siani, Eye of the Storm // Thrasios, Triton Hero
Skanos Dragonheart Candlekeep Sage Skanos Dragonheart // Candlekeep Sage
Skanos Dragonheart Dungeon Delver Skanos Dragonheart // Dungeon Delver
Skanos Dragonheart Feywild Visitor Skanos Dragonheart // Feywild Visitor
Skanos Dragonheart Shameless Charlatan Skanos Dragonheart // Shameless Charlatan
Skanos Dragonheart Sword Coast Sailor Skanos Dragonheart // Sword Coast Sailor
Renari, Merchant of Marvels Acolyte of Bahamut Renari, Merchant of Marvels // Acolyte of Bahamut
Renari, Merchant of Marvels Cloakwood Hermit Renari, Merchant of Marvels // Cloakwood Hermit
Renari, Merchant of Marvels Master Chef Renari, Merchant of Marvels // Master Chef
Renari, Merchant of Marvels Raised by Giants Renari, Merchant of Marvels // Raised by Giants
The Third Doctor Ace, Fearless Rebel The Third Doctor // Ace, Fearless Rebel
The Third Doctor Adric, Mathematical Genius The Third Doctor // Adric, Mathematical Genius
The Third Doctor Clara Oswald The Third Doctor // Clara Oswald
The Third Doctor Graham O'Brien The Third Doctor // Graham O'Brien
The Third Doctor Jamie McCrimmon The Third Doctor // Jamie McCrimmon
The Third Doctor K-9, Mark I The Third Doctor // K-9, Mark I
The Third Doctor Martha Jones The Third Doctor // Martha Jones
The Third Doctor Nyssa of Traken The Third Doctor // Nyssa of Traken
The Third Doctor Rose Noble The Third Doctor // Rose Noble
The Third Doctor Susan Foreman The Third Doctor // Susan Foreman
Brinelin, the Moon Kraken Gilanra, Caller of Wirewood Brinelin, the Moon Kraken // Gilanra, Caller of Wirewood
Brinelin, the Moon Kraken Halana, Kessig Ranger Brinelin, the Moon Kraken // Halana, Kessig Ranger
Brinelin, the Moon Kraken Ich-Tekik, Salvage Splicer Brinelin, the Moon Kraken // Ich-Tekik, Salvage Splicer
Brinelin, the Moon Kraken Kamahl, Heart of Krosa Brinelin, the Moon Kraken // Kamahl, Heart of Krosa

Other Available Backgrounds

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher can also choose from these 29 other backgrounds:

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