Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Clan Crafter
$0.54
$0.54Legendary Creature — Human Wizard Enchantment Background
How it feels to play against
Mildly Annoying
Some frustrating moments but still fun.
Popularity
Niche Pick
Less common, brings surprise factor.
Ranking
#2383
Current Rank
#2228
Last Week
#2394
Last Month
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New Cards
Fresh cards from recent sets that players are experimenting with in Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Clan Crafter decks.
Rikku, Resourceful Guardian+4% Synergy
$1.60
Capital City+4% Synergy
$0.17
Memories Returning+3% Synergy
$0.35
Gogo, Master of Mimicry+2% Synergy
$5.03
Relm's Sketching+1% Synergy
$0.26
High Synergy Cards
Cards that work exceptionally well with Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Clan Crafter's abilities and overall game plan.
Ichor Wellspring+68% Synergy
$0.67
Emry, Lurker of the Loch+59% Synergy
$0.59
Staff of Domination+57% Synergy
$4.05
Scrap Trawler+56% Synergy
$1.09
Sai, Master Thopterist+54% Synergy
$0.48
Myr Retriever+54% Synergy
$1.49
Etherium Sculptor+52% Synergy
$0.62
The Reality Chip+51% Synergy
$2.78
Foundry Inspector+51% Synergy
$0.24
Mirran Spy+47% Synergy
$0.18
Top Cards
The most popular and reliable cards that form the backbone of successful Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Clan Crafter decks.
Animation Module+47% Synergy
$1.06
Prized Statue+44% Synergy
$0.19
Prismite+44% Synergy
$0.06
Mystic Forge+43% Synergy
$2.65
Umbral Mantle+42% Synergy
$5.92
Swiftfoot Boots+23% Synergy
$1.30
Fabricate+21% Synergy
$7.90
Solemn Simulacrum+20% Synergy
$0.26
Negate+8% Synergy
$0.24
Counterspell-14% Synergy
$1.65
Game Changers
Powerful cards that can single-handedly turn the tide of a game when resolved.
Urza, Lord High Artificer+24% Synergy
$11.76
Mana Vault+11% Synergy
$71.05
Grim Monolith+8% Synergy
$372.38
Ancient Tomb+3% Synergy
$94.69
Thassa's Oracle+2% Synergy
$16.62
Fierce Guardianship0% Synergy
$42.63
Mox Diamond0% Synergy
$643.42
Chrome Mox-1% Synergy
$92.16
The One Ring-3% Synergy
$67.99
Force of Will-4% Synergy
$57.48
Creatures
Essential creatures that complement Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Clan Crafter's strategy through synergy, utility, or raw power.
Junk Diver+40% Synergy
$0.15
Trophy Mage+33% Synergy
$0.63
Vizier of Tumbling Sands+33% Synergy
$0.16
Forensic Gadgeteer+32% Synergy
$1.64
Walking Ballista+31% Synergy
$11.08
Stonework Packbeast+28% Synergy
$0.03
Trinket Mage+28% Synergy
$0.84
Workshop Assistant+28% Synergy
$0.12
Jhoira's Familiar+25% Synergy
$1.26
Tribute Mage+23% Synergy
$0.91
Riddlesmith+21% Synergy
$0.19
Thought Monitor+19% Synergy
$0.25
Cogwork Assembler+19% Synergy
$0.08
Hangarback Walker+18% Synergy
$0.34
Aphetto Alchemist+18% Synergy
$4.05
Magus of the Future+18% Synergy
$0.12
Threefold Thunderhulk+16% Synergy
$0.48
Kelpie Guide+15% Synergy
$0.29
Vedalken Archmage+14% Synergy
$9.51
Memnarch+14% Synergy
$5.27
Ioreth of the Healing House+14% Synergy
$0.17
Corridor Monitor+14% Synergy
$0.10
Syr Ginger, the Meal Ender+13% Synergy
$0.35
Crossroads Candleguide+12% Synergy
$0.04
Tolarian Kraken+11% Synergy
$0.13
Unctus, Grand Metatect+10% Synergy
$0.29
James, Wandering Dad+10% Synergy
$0.13
Shimmer Myr+9% Synergy
$0.24
Marketback Walker+9% Synergy
$0.52
Chrome Host Seedshark+8% Synergy
$0.38
Metalworker+8% Synergy
$123.15
Piper Wright, Publick Reporter+8% Synergy
$0.24
Mishra's Self-Replicator+8% Synergy
$0.24
Kappa Cannoneer+7% Synergy
$0.29
Drift of Phantasms+7% Synergy
$0.20
Myr Sire+7% Synergy
$0.13
Osgood, Operation Double+7% Synergy
$0.15
Prophet of Distortion+7% Synergy
$0.24
Burnished Hart+6% Synergy
$0.12
Grand Architect+6% Synergy
$1.29
Chakram Retriever+6% Synergy
$4.15
Drafna, Founder of Lat-Nam+5% Synergy
$0.29
Silver Myr+4% Synergy
$0.40
Ornithopter of Paradise+4% Synergy
$2.89
Padeem, Consul of Innovation+3% Synergy
$0.91
Ledger Shredder+3% Synergy
$6.83
Spellskite+1% Synergy
$7.26
Laboratory Maniac-2% Synergy
$0.68
Hydroelectric Specimen-2% Synergy
$0.98
Phyrexian Metamorph-6% Synergy
$1.36
Instants
Key instant-speed responses for protection, removal, and keeping Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Clan Crafter safe.
Whir of Invention+24% Synergy
$3.56
Shore Up+18% Synergy
$0.12
Resculpt+9% Synergy
$0.29
Capsize+8% Synergy
$1.37
Saw It Coming+7% Synergy
$0.26
Depart the Realm+7% Synergy
$0.07
Secrets of the Key+7% Synergy
$0.04
Slip Out the Back+6% Synergy
$2.25
Reality Heist+6% Synergy
$0.13
Stern Lesson+6% Synergy
$0.08
Muddle the Mixture+5% Synergy
$1.59
Metallic Rebuke+5% Synergy
$0.17
Desynchronization+4% Synergy
$4.00
Thirst for Knowledge+4% Synergy
$0.33
Access Denied+4% Synergy
$3.45
Spell Swindle+4% Synergy
$1.16
Disruption Protocol+4% Synergy
$0.07
Stoic Rebuttal+4% Synergy
$0.23
Deduce+4% Synergy
$0.09
Dramatic Reversal+3% Synergy
$15.68
Dispel+3% Synergy
$0.29
Stroke of Genius+3% Synergy
$0.31
Chain of Vapor+2% Synergy
$8.78
An Offer You Can't Refuse+1% Synergy
$1.46
Swan Song+1% Synergy
$6.09
March of Swirling Mist0% Synergy
$1.28
Delay0% Synergy
$1.31
Flusterstorm-2% Synergy
$7.00
Spell Pierce-2% Synergy
$0.17
Mental Misstep-2% Synergy
$6.96
Pact of Negation-3% Synergy
$14.89
Mystic Confluence-3% Synergy
$0.49
Reality Shift-4% Synergy
$0.25
Blue Sun's Zenith-5% Synergy
$1.36
Force of Negation-7% Synergy
$49.42
Sink into Stupor-9% Synergy
$7.64
Cyclonic Rift-10% Synergy
$48.08
Rapid Hybridization-10% Synergy
$1.15
Arcane Denial-14% Synergy
$1.75
Pongify-15% Synergy
$2.10
Mana Drain-15% Synergy
$42.96
Aetherize-15% Synergy
$0.29
Mystical Tutor-16% Synergy
$11.92
Frantic Search-22% Synergy
$0.34
Brainstorm-27% Synergy
$1.51
High Tide-28% Synergy
$1.29
Sorceries
Important sorcery spells that advance Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Clan Crafter's game plan and control the board.
Thoughtcast+25% Synergy
$1.66
Reshape+16% Synergy
$2.82
All Is Dust+8% Synergy
$4.02
Ravenform+6% Synergy
$0.18
Wash Out+6% Synergy
$0.32
Anchor to Reality+4% Synergy
$0.13
Rise and Shine+3% Synergy
$0.25
Spectral Deluge+2% Synergy
$2.92
Curse of the Swine-1% Synergy
$0.19
Step Through-1% Synergy
$0.17
Gitaxian Probe-7% Synergy
$4.80
Solve the Equation-9% Synergy
$1.75
Windfall-16% Synergy
$3.95
Preordain-19% Synergy
$0.61
Ponder-21% Synergy
$1.65
Utility Artifacts
Versatile artifacts that provide ongoing value, card selection, or strategic advantages.
Thousand-Year Elixir+38% Synergy
$11.66
Nimblewright Schematic+38% Synergy
$0.13
Servo Schematic+35% Synergy
$0.18
Mycosynth Wellspring+28% Synergy
$0.29
Esoteric Duplicator+26% Synergy
$1.37
Doubling Cube+24% Synergy
$16.08
Cloud Key+23% Synergy
$1.20
Slagwurm Armor+23% Synergy
$1.86
Semblance Anvil+22% Synergy
$1.38
Aether Spellbomb+21% Synergy
$0.27
Moonsilver Key+21% Synergy
$0.52
Magewright's Stone+20% Synergy
$5.81
Diviner's Wand+19% Synergy
$0.39
Tarrian's Soulcleaver+19% Synergy
$1.39
Krark-Clan Ironworks+18% Synergy
$20.58
Soul-Guide Lantern+17% Synergy
$0.30
Sword of the Paruns+17% Synergy
$0.75
Manifold Key+16% Synergy
$0.55
Mirrorworks+15% Synergy
$1.37
Sculpting Steel+14% Synergy
$0.96
Kite Shield+14% Synergy
$0.19
Commander's Plate+13% Synergy
$35.07
Retrofitter Foundry+12% Synergy
$3.88
Sensei's Divining Top+11% Synergy
$29.26
Sting, the Glinting Dagger+11% Synergy
$1.04
Wayfarer's Bauble+9% Synergy
$0.24
Thopter Fabricator+9% Synergy
$0.32
Planar Bridge+9% Synergy
$1.94
Adaptive Omnitool+9% Synergy
$3.18
Transmutation Font+8% Synergy
$0.93
Mask of Avacyn+8% Synergy
$2.06
Spine of Ish Sah+7% Synergy
$0.22
Ring of Evos Isle+7% Synergy
$0.49
Accorder's Shield+7% Synergy
$0.16
Mirror Shield+7% Synergy
$0.34
Rings of Brighthearth+6% Synergy
$4.02
Worldwalker Helm+6% Synergy
$4.48
Cathar's Shield+6% Synergy
$0.18
Mishra's Bauble+5% Synergy
$1.34
Aetherflux Reservoir+5% Synergy
$18.82
Imposter Mech+5% Synergy
$4.03
Mirage Mirror+5% Synergy
$0.57
Tamiyo's Journal+5% Synergy
$0.76
Inspiring Statuary+5% Synergy
$0.22
Lightning Greaves+4% Synergy
$4.45
Lithoform Engine+4% Synergy
$5.78
Voltaic Key+3% Synergy
$2.42
Unwinding Clock+2% Synergy
$10.62
Isochron Scepter-3% Synergy
$14.41
Sapphire Medallion-36% Synergy
$3.79
Enchantments
Powerful enchantments that support Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Clan Crafter's strategy and create lasting battlefield effects.
Mirrodin Besieged+28% Synergy
$3.60
Future Sight+28% Synergy
$0.21
Efficient Construction+25% Synergy
$0.26
Ringing Strike Mastery+21% Synergy
$0.04
Freed from the Real+19% Synergy
$9.04
Thopter Spy Network+17% Synergy
$0.86
Pemmin's Aura+16% Synergy
$7.34
Artificer Class+15% Synergy
$9.18
Crab Umbra+12% Synergy
$0.31
Thassa's Ire+8% Synergy
$0.09
Singing Bell Strike+7% Synergy
$0.02
Copy Artifact+6% Synergy
Fortune Teller's Talent+6% Synergy
$0.58
Unstoppable Plan+5% Synergy
$2.20
Training Grounds+5% Synergy
$4.68
Curious Inquiry+5% Synergy
$0.06
The Antiquities War+4% Synergy
$0.20
One with the Multiverse+2% Synergy
$1.27
Mechanized Production+1% Synergy
$0.65
Shark Typhoon0% Synergy
$0.75
Wizard Class-5% Synergy
$1.44
Imprisoned in the Moon-7% Synergy
$0.16
Mystic Remora-8% Synergy
$8.34
Rhystic Study-9% Synergy
$48.94
Propaganda-20% Synergy
$2.01
Planeswalkers
Planeswalkers that work alongside Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Clan Crafter to provide ongoing value and board presence.
Ugin, the Ineffable+8% Synergy
$0.97
Karn, Living Legacy+7% Synergy
$0.96
Tezzeret, Betrayer of Flesh+3% Synergy
$0.34
Tezzeret the Seeker+1% Synergy
$15.68
Jace, Wielder of Mysteries-5% Synergy
$6.28
Utility Lands
Non-basic lands that offer additional utility beyond just mana production.
Seat of the Synod+41% Synergy
$0.58
Buried Ruin+41% Synergy
$0.46
Treasure Vault+39% Synergy
$1.33
Darksteel Citadel+32% Synergy
$0.86
Academy Ruins+24% Synergy
$7.74
Tyrite Sanctum+21% Synergy
$2.02
Inventors' Fair+16% Synergy
$9.47
Minamo, School at Water's Edge+15% Synergy
$51.06
Cascading Cataracts+15% Synergy
$1.51
Urza's Saga+13% Synergy
$38.71
Archway of Innovation+12% Synergy
$0.77
Rogue's Passage+10% Synergy
$0.27
Bonders' Enclave+10% Synergy
$0.50
War Room+8% Synergy
$2.73
Tomb of the Spirit Dragon+7% Synergy
$0.36
Fountainport+6% Synergy
$3.16
Wasteland+4% Synergy
$21.49
Strip Mine+3% Synergy
$14.84
Otawara, Soaring City+2% Synergy
$19.28
Scavenger Grounds-1% Synergy
$0.40
Tolaria West-1% Synergy
$1.22
Riptide Laboratory-2% Synergy
$0.53
Castle Vantress-3% Synergy
$0.25
Temple of the False God-4% Synergy
$0.14
Rivendell-6% Synergy
$0.77
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx-10% Synergy
$34.54
Reliquary Tower-12% Synergy
$1.98
Mystic Sanctuary-30% Synergy
$1.41
Mana Artifacts
Artifacts focused on mana acceleration and color fixing for consistent gameplay.
Energy Refractor+57% Synergy
$0.15
Urn of Godfire+53% Synergy
$0.05
Liquimetal Torque+43% Synergy
$1.29
Basalt Monolith+42% Synergy
$2.82
Patriar's Seal+28% Synergy
$1.79
Wizard's Rockets+24% Synergy
$0.05
Mind Stone+17% Synergy
$0.22
Chromatic Star+17% Synergy
$0.17
Slagstone Refinery+15% Synergy
$0.13
Moonsnare Prototype+13% Synergy
$0.08
Gemstone Array+12% Synergy
$0.74
Terrarion+10% Synergy
$0.10
Prophetic Prism+9% Synergy
$0.08
Everflowing Chalice+8% Synergy
$0.19
Unstable Obelisk+8% Synergy
$0.10
Crystal Skull, Isu Spyglass+6% Synergy
$1.81
Prismatic Lens+5% Synergy
$0.31
Sonic Screwdriver+4% Synergy
$0.56
Arcane Signet+3% Synergy
$0.51
Coveted Jewel+3% Synergy
$0.26
Midnight Clock+2% Synergy
$0.29
Mox Opal+2% Synergy
$153.22
Jeweled Lotus+2% Synergy
$30.05
Mana Crypt+1% Synergy
$55.47
Sol Ring0% Synergy
$1.07
Mox Amber0% Synergy
$67.47
Hedron Archive-1% Synergy
$0.25
Fellwar Stone-2% Synergy
$1.12
Lotus Petal-2% Synergy
$24.69
Sky Diamond-5% Synergy
$0.14
Commander's Sphere-5% Synergy
$0.16
Thran Dynamo-6% Synergy
$2.44
Gilded Lotus-6% Synergy
$1.28
Decanter of Endless Water-9% Synergy
$2.10
Thought Vessel-14% Synergy
$1.33
Lands
The mana base foundation for Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Clan Crafter decks, ensuring smooth and reliable mana development.
Hall of Tagsin+18% Synergy
$0.27
The Mycosynth Gardens+14% Synergy
$0.70
Voldaren Estate+6% Synergy
$0.19
Mirrex+4% Synergy
$0.65
Myriad Landscape+3% Synergy
$0.11
Talon Gates of Madara+2% Synergy
$24.35
Gemstone Caverns+1% Synergy
$50.15
Misty Rainforest0% Synergy
$25.51
Polluted Delta0% Synergy
$15.21
Flooded Strand0% Synergy
$13.72
Scalding Tarn-2% Synergy
$24.04
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Renari, Merchant of Marvels // Agent of the Iron Throne
The Fifteenth Doctor // Dan Lewis
The Fifteenth Doctor // Nyssa of Traken
The Fifteenth Doctor // Romana II
Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Glacian, Powerstone Engineer
Sarevok, Deathbringer // Clan Crafter
Armix, Filigree Thrasher // Silas Renn, Seeker Adept
Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker // Rebbec, Architect of Ascension
The Fourth Doctor // Adric, Mathematical Genius
Armix, Filigree Thrasher // Glacian, Powerstone Engineer
Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator // Silas Renn, Seeker Adept
Sivriss, Nightmare Speaker // Clan Crafter
Gilanra, Caller of Wirewood // Glacian, Powerstone Engineer
Radiant, Serra Archangel // Silas Renn, Seeker Adept
The Sixth Doctor // Nyssa of Traken
Alena, Kessig Trapper // Silas Renn, Seeker Adept
Durnan of the Yawning Portal // Clan Crafter
The Fifteenth Doctor // Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg
The Eighth Doctor // Ace, Fearless Rebel
The Eighth Doctor // Nyssa of Traken
Anara, Wolvid Familiar // Silas Renn, Seeker Adept
Armix, Filigree Thrasher // Esior, Wardwing Familiar
Shadowheart, Dark Justiciar // Clan Crafter
Akiri, Line-Slinger // Siani, Eye of the Storm
Alena, Kessig Trapper // Glacian, Powerstone Engineer
The Twelfth Doctor // Dan Lewis
Akroma, Vision of Ixidor // Glacian, Powerstone Engineer
Sai, Master Thopterist
Drafna, Founder of Lat-Nam
Leonardo da Vinci
Urza, Powerstone Prodigy
Muzzio, Visionary Architect
Akal Pakal, First Among Equals
Ravos, Soultender // Silas Renn, Seeker Adept
Padeem, Consul of Innovation
Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator // Rebbec, Architect of Ascension
Tawnos, Urza's ApprenticeOther Available Backgrounds
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher can also choose from these 29 other backgrounds:
Raised by Giants
Passionate Archaeologist
Clan Crafter
Noble Heritage
Haunted One
Tavern Brawler
Agent of the Shadow Thieves
Master Chef
Street Urchin
Cultist of the Absolute
Faceless One
Acolyte of Bahamut
Agent of the Iron Throne
Candlekeep Sage
Cloakwood Hermit
Criminal Past
Dragon Cultist
Dungeon Delver
Far Traveler
Feywild Visitor
Flaming Fist
Folk Hero
Guild Artisan
Hardy Outlander
Inspiring Leader
Popular Entertainer
Scion of Halaster
Shameless Charlatan
Sword Coast Sailor
Veteran Soldier