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Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Agent of the Shadow Thieves

Partner Combination

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher Agent of the Shadow Thieves
Magic color symbol for U Magic color symbol for B
Dimir

Popularity

Niche Pick: Less common, brings surprise factor
Current Rank #2654
Last Week #2780
Last Month #2746

Playstyle & Strategy

Exile 16% Discard 12% Foretell 12% Theft 12% Big Mana 5% Clues 5% Equipment 5% Reanimator 5% Topdeck 5% Toughness Matters 5%

Links & Decks

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How it feels to play against

Mildly Annoying: Some frustrating moments but still fun

Videos

Commander gameplay videos featuring Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Agent of the Shadow Thieves.

The Real Battle for Baldur's Gate | EDH Gameplay Ep 31

The Real Battle for Baldur's Gate | EDH Gameplay Ep 31

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Other Available Backgrounds

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher can also choose from these 28 other backgrounds:

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