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Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Clan Crafter
Price tag $0.92

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Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher Clan Crafter
Magic color symbol for U
Mono-Blue

Playstyle & Strategy

Artifacts 69% Combo 7% Cantrips 3% Clues 3% +1/+1 Counters 3%

How it feels to play against

Mildly Annoying Some frustrating moments but still fun.

Popularity

Niche Pick Less common, brings surprise factor.

Ranking

#2956 Current Rank
#2505 Last Week
#2828 Past 2 Years
155 Decks

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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 Rikku, Resourceful Guardian
+4% Synergy in 4% of decks $81.06
Capital City Capital City
+4% Synergy in 4% of decks $0.28
Memories Returning Memories Returning
+3% Synergy in 5% of decks $0.24
Gogo, Master of Mimicry Gogo, Master of Mimicry
+2% Synergy in 5% of decks $3.58
Relm's Sketching Relm's Sketching
+1% Synergy in 4% of decks $0.28

High Synergy Cards

Cards that work exceptionally well with Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Clan Crafter's abilities and overall game plan.

Ichor Wellspring Ichor Wellspring
+68% Synergy in 70% of decks $1.38
Emry, Lurker of the Loch Emry, Lurker of the Loch
+59% Synergy in 70% of decks $0.78
Staff of Domination Staff of Domination
+57% Synergy in 61% of decks $11.83
Scrap Trawler Scrap Trawler
+56% Synergy in 60% of decks $3.36
Sai, Master Thopterist Sai, Master Thopterist
+54% Synergy in 66% of decks $0.59
Myr Retriever Myr Retriever
+54% Synergy in 59% of decks $2.21
Etherium Sculptor Etherium Sculptor
+52% Synergy in 68% of decks $0.67
The Reality Chip The Reality Chip
+51% Synergy in 65% of decks $3.74
Foundry Inspector Foundry Inspector
+51% Synergy in 65% of decks $0.34
Mirran Spy Mirran Spy
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.25

Top Cards

The most popular and reliable cards that form the backbone of successful Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Clan Crafter decks.

Animation Module Animation Module
+47% Synergy in 48% of decks $2.54
Prized Statue Prized Statue
+44% Synergy in 45% of decks $0.33
Prismite Prismite
+44% Synergy in 45% of decks $0.11
Mystic Forge Mystic Forge
+43% Synergy in 52% of decks $3.30
Umbral Mantle Umbral Mantle
+42% Synergy in 43% of decks $11.69
Swiftfoot Boots Swiftfoot Boots
+23% Synergy in 52% of decks $1.86
Fabricate Fabricate
+21% Synergy in 43% of decks $10.54
Solemn Simulacrum Solemn Simulacrum
+20% Synergy in 43% of decks $0.54
Negate Negate
+8% Synergy in 47% of decks $0.15
Counterspell Counterspell
-14% Synergy in 54% of decks $4.36

Game Changers

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

Urza, Lord High Artificer Urza, Lord High Artificer
+24% Synergy in 31% of decks $16.60
Mana Vault Mana Vault
+11% Synergy in 23% of decks $113.03
Grim Monolith Grim Monolith
+8% Synergy in 14% of decks $477.70
Ancient Tomb Ancient Tomb
+3% Synergy in 16% of decks $125.33
Thassa's Oracle Thassa's Oracle
+2% Synergy in 16% of decks $23.73
Fierce Guardianship Fierce Guardianship
0% Synergy in 24% of decks $67.32
Mox Diamond Mox Diamond
0% Synergy in 5% of decks $1121.07
Chrome Mox Chrome Mox
-1% Synergy in 8% of decks $166.63
The One Ring The One Ring
-3% Synergy in 9% of decks $111.84
Force of Will Force of Will
-4% Synergy in 14% of decks $58.52

Creatures

Essential creatures that complement Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Clan Crafter's strategy through synergy, utility, or raw power.

Junk Diver Junk Diver
+40% Synergy in 41% of decks $0.28
Trophy Mage Trophy Mage
+33% Synergy in 41% of decks $0.72
Vizier of Tumbling Sands Vizier of Tumbling Sands
+33% Synergy in 36% of decks $0.25
Forensic Gadgeteer Forensic Gadgeteer
+32% Synergy in 42% of decks $2.70
Walking Ballista Walking Ballista
+31% Synergy in 36% of decks $10.02
Stonework Packbeast Stonework Packbeast
+28% Synergy in 29% of decks $0.15
Trinket Mage Trinket Mage
+28% Synergy in 39% of decks $0.65
Workshop Assistant Workshop Assistant
+28% Synergy in 29% of decks $0.28
Jhoira's Familiar Jhoira's Familiar
+25% Synergy in 31% of decks $2.28
Tribute Mage Tribute Mage
+23% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.96
Riddlesmith Riddlesmith
+21% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.28
Thought Monitor Thought Monitor
+19% Synergy in 28% of decks $0.36
Cogwork Assembler Cogwork Assembler
+19% Synergy in 19% of decks $0.31
Hangarback Walker Hangarback Walker
+18% Synergy in 21% of decks $0.28
Aphetto Alchemist Aphetto Alchemist
+18% Synergy in 21% of decks $6.67
Magus of the Future Magus of the Future
+18% Synergy in 18% of decks $0.31
Threefold Thunderhulk Threefold Thunderhulk
+16% Synergy in 18% of decks $0.30
Kelpie Guide Kelpie Guide
+15% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.34
Vedalken Archmage Vedalken Archmage
+14% Synergy in 20% of decks $10.46
Memnarch Memnarch
+14% Synergy in 17% of decks $5.37
Ioreth of the Healing House Ioreth of the Healing House
+14% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.32
Corridor Monitor Corridor Monitor
+14% Synergy in 16% of decks $0.10
Syr Ginger, the Meal Ender Syr Ginger, the Meal Ender
+13% Synergy in 14% of decks $1.40
Crossroads Candleguide Crossroads Candleguide
+12% Synergy in 12% of decks $0.26
Tolarian Kraken Tolarian Kraken
+11% Synergy in 12% of decks $0.20
Unctus, Grand Metatect Unctus, Grand Metatect
+10% Synergy in 16% of decks $0.40
James, Wandering Dad James, Wandering Dad
+10% Synergy in 11% of decks $0.30
Shimmer Myr Shimmer Myr
+9% Synergy in 16% of decks $0.40
Marketback Walker Marketback Walker
+9% Synergy in 10% of decks $0.39
Chrome Host Seedshark Chrome Host Seedshark
+8% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.28
Metalworker Metalworker
+8% Synergy in 9% of decks $198.14
Piper Wright, Publick Reporter Piper Wright, Publick Reporter
+8% Synergy in 9% of decks $0.35
Mishra's Self-Replicator Mishra's Self-Replicator
+8% Synergy in 8% of decks $0.20
Kappa Cannoneer Kappa Cannoneer
+7% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.36
Drift of Phantasms Drift of Phantasms
+7% Synergy in 9% of decks $0.34
Myr Sire Myr Sire
+7% Synergy in 8% of decks $0.14
Osgood, Operation Double Osgood, Operation Double
+7% Synergy in 8% of decks $0.33
Prophet of Distortion Prophet of Distortion
+7% Synergy in 7% of decks $0.12
Burnished Hart Burnished Hart
+6% Synergy in 14% of decks $0.21
Grand Architect Grand Architect
+6% Synergy in 10% of decks $0.90
Chakram Retriever Chakram Retriever
+6% Synergy in 8% of decks $5.43
Drafna, Founder of Lat-Nam Drafna, Founder of Lat-Nam
+5% Synergy in 8% of decks $0.38
Silver Myr Silver Myr
+4% Synergy in 15% of decks $0.62
Ornithopter of Paradise Ornithopter of Paradise
+4% Synergy in 14% of decks $1.87
Padeem, Consul of Innovation Padeem, Consul of Innovation
+3% Synergy in 13% of decks $2.15
Ledger Shredder Ledger Shredder
+3% Synergy in 10% of decks $8.68
Spellskite Spellskite
+1% Synergy in 12% of decks $7.94
Laboratory Maniac Laboratory Maniac
-2% Synergy in 14% of decks $1.98
Hydroelectric Specimen Hydroelectric Laboratory Hydroelectric Specimen
-2% Synergy in 10% of decks $1.39
Phyrexian Metamorph Phyrexian Metamorph
-6% Synergy in 11% of decks $2.20

Instants

Key instant-speed responses for protection, removal, and keeping Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Clan Crafter safe.

Whir of Invention Whir of Invention
+24% Synergy in 38% of decks $5.66
Shore Up Shore Up
+18% Synergy in 23% of decks $0.25
Resculpt Resculpt
+9% Synergy in 30% of decks $0.22
Capsize Capsize
+8% Synergy in 12% of decks $0.75
Saw It Coming Saw It Coming
+7% Synergy in 11% of decks $0.39
Depart the Realm Depart the Realm
+7% Synergy in 8% of decks $0.26
Secrets of the Key Secrets of the Key
+7% Synergy in 7% of decks $0.25
Slip Out the Back Slip Out the Back
+6% Synergy in 14% of decks $5.15
Reality Heist Reality Heist
+6% Synergy in 7% of decks $0.26
Stern Lesson Stern Lesson
+6% Synergy in 7% of decks $0.19
Muddle the Mixture Muddle the Mixture
+5% Synergy in 21% of decks $3.07
Metallic Rebuke Metallic Rebuke
+5% Synergy in 6% of decks $0.34
Desynchronization Desynchronization
+4% Synergy in 10% of decks $4.74
Thirst for Knowledge Thirst for Knowledge
+4% Synergy in 9% of decks $0.22
Access Denied Access Denied
+4% Synergy in 8% of decks $2.21
Spell Swindle Spell Swindle
+4% Synergy in 7% of decks $1.84
Disruption Protocol Disruption Protocol
+4% Synergy in 7% of decks $0.29
Stoic Rebuttal Stoic Rebuttal
+4% Synergy in 7% of decks $0.30
Deduce Deduce
+4% Synergy in 6% of decks $0.24
Dramatic Reversal Dramatic Reversal
+3% Synergy in 24% of decks $0.44
Dispel Dispel
+3% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.40
Stroke of Genius Stroke of Genius
+3% Synergy in 6% of decks $0.29
Chain of Vapor Chain of Vapor
+2% Synergy in 7% of decks $15.92
An Offer You Can't Refuse An Offer You Can't Refuse
+1% Synergy in 36% of decks $3.24
Swan Song Swan Song
+1% Synergy in 27% of decks $12.21
March of Swirling Mist March of Swirling Mist
0% Synergy in 8% of decks $4.61
Delay Delay
0% Synergy in 5% of decks $3.30
Flusterstorm Flusterstorm
-2% Synergy in 8% of decks $7.57
Spell Pierce Spell Pierce
-2% Synergy in 7% of decks $0.26
Mental Misstep Mental Misstep
-2% Synergy in 5% of decks $7.80
Pact of Negation Pact of Negation
-3% Synergy in 8% of decks $15.45
Mystic Confluence Mystic Confluence
-3% Synergy in 7% of decks $0.99
Reality Shift Reality Shift
-4% Synergy in 26% of decks $0.26
Blue Sun's Zenith Blue Sun's Zenith
-5% Synergy in 7% of decks $3.24
Force of Negation Force of Negation
-7% Synergy in 9% of decks $45.74
Sink into Stupor Soporific Springs Sink into Stupor
-9% Synergy in 11% of decks $8.94
Cyclonic Rift Cyclonic Rift
-10% Synergy in 28% of decks $39.05
Rapid Hybridization Rapid Hybridization
-10% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.96
Arcane Denial Arcane Denial
-14% Synergy in 21% of decks $2.35
Pongify Pongify
-15% Synergy in 25% of decks $3.71
Mana Drain Mana Drain
-15% Synergy in 12% of decks $54.90
Aetherize Aetherize
-15% Synergy in 11% of decks $0.58
Mystical Tutor Mystical Tutor
-16% Synergy in 10% of decks $17.14
Frantic Search Frantic Search
-22% Synergy in 7% of decks $0.78
Brainstorm Brainstorm
-27% Synergy in 15% of decks $0.55
High Tide High Tide
-28% Synergy in 16% of decks $2.07

Sorceries

Important sorcery spells that advance Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Clan Crafter's game plan and control the board.

Thoughtcast Thoughtcast
+25% Synergy in 34% of decks $2.58
Reshape Reshape
+16% Synergy in 24% of decks $4.12
All Is Dust All Is Dust
+8% Synergy in 10% of decks $5.52
Ravenform Ravenform
+6% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.30
Wash Out Wash Out
+6% Synergy in 12% of decks $0.40
Anchor to Reality Anchor to Reality
+4% Synergy in 5% of decks $0.23
Rise and Shine Rise and Shine
+3% Synergy in 5% of decks $0.37
Spectral Deluge Spectral Deluge
+2% Synergy in 14% of decks $4.24
Curse of the Swine Curse of the Swine
-1% Synergy in 12% of decks $0.30
Step Through Step Through
-1% Synergy in 5% of decks $0.33
Gitaxian Probe Gitaxian Probe
-7% Synergy in 5% of decks $3.20
Solve the Equation Solve the Equation
-9% Synergy in 5% of decks $3.51
Windfall Windfall
-16% Synergy in 8% of decks $5.34
Preordain Preordain
-19% Synergy in 6% of decks $0.86
Ponder Ponder
-21% Synergy in 9% of decks $2.85

Utility Artifacts

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

Thousand-Year Elixir Thousand-Year Elixir
+38% Synergy in 42% of decks $17.60
Nimblewright Schematic Nimblewright Schematic
+38% Synergy in 39% of decks $0.14
Servo Schematic Servo Schematic
+35% Synergy in 35% of decks $0.26
Mycosynth Wellspring Mycosynth Wellspring
+28% Synergy in 28% of decks $0.38
Esoteric Duplicator Esoteric Duplicator
+26% Synergy in 27% of decks $1.32
Doubling Cube Doubling Cube
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $34.87
Cloud Key Cloud Key
+23% Synergy in 29% of decks $1.78
Slagwurm Armor Slagwurm Armor
+23% Synergy in 24% of decks $1.04
Semblance Anvil Semblance Anvil
+22% Synergy in 24% of decks $6.22
Aether Spellbomb Aether Spellbomb
+21% Synergy in 29% of decks $0.33
Moonsilver Key Moonsilver Key
+21% Synergy in 24% of decks $0.91
Magewright's Stone Magewright's Stone
+20% Synergy in 21% of decks $9.54
Diviner's Wand Diviner's Wand
+19% Synergy in 20% of decks $0.34
Tarrian's Soulcleaver Tarrian's Soulcleaver
+19% Synergy in 20% of decks $4.50
Krark-Clan Ironworks Krark-Clan Ironworks
+18% Synergy in 20% of decks $15.16
Soul-Guide Lantern Soul-Guide Lantern
+17% Synergy in 21% of decks $0.35
Sword of the Paruns Sword of the Paruns
+17% Synergy in 17% of decks $2.02
Manifold Key Manifold Key
+16% Synergy in 23% of decks $1.78
Mirrorworks Mirrorworks
+15% Synergy in 16% of decks $2.06
Sculpting Steel Sculpting Steel
+14% Synergy in 21% of decks $3.54
Kite Shield Kite Shield
+14% Synergy in 15% of decks $0.27
Commander's Plate Commander's Plate
+13% Synergy in 17% of decks $36.67
Retrofitter Foundry Retrofitter Foundry
+12% Synergy in 14% of decks $1.09
Sensei's Divining Top Sensei's Divining Top
+11% Synergy in 26% of decks $39.00
Sting, the Glinting Dagger Sting, the Glinting Dagger
+11% Synergy in 12% of decks $2.34
Wayfarer's Bauble Wayfarer's Bauble
+9% Synergy in 28% of decks $0.30
Thopter Fabricator Thopter Fabricator
+9% Synergy in 14% of decks $0.37
Planar Bridge Planar Bridge
+9% Synergy in 10% of decks $2.98
Adaptive Omnitool Adaptive Omnitool
+9% Synergy in 10% of decks $1.08
Transmutation Font Transmutation Font
+8% Synergy in 9% of decks $2.18
Mask of Avacyn Mask of Avacyn
+8% Synergy in 8% of decks $1.32
Spine of Ish Sah Spine of Ish Sah
+7% Synergy in 9% of decks $0.41
Ring of Evos Isle Ring of Evos Isle
+7% Synergy in 8% of decks $0.40
Accorder's Shield Accorder's Shield
+7% Synergy in 8% of decks $0.19
Mirror Shield Mirror Shield
+7% Synergy in 7% of decks $0.47
Rings of Brighthearth Rings of Brighthearth
+6% Synergy in 13% of decks $6.58
Worldwalker Helm Worldwalker Helm
+6% Synergy in 9% of decks $3.86
Cathar's Shield Cathar's Shield
+6% Synergy in 7% of decks $0.21
Mishra's Bauble Mishra's Bauble
+5% Synergy in 14% of decks $2.64
Aetherflux Reservoir Aetherflux Reservoir
+5% Synergy in 11% of decks $21.64
Imposter Mech Imposter Mech
+5% Synergy in 10% of decks $7.03
Mirage Mirror Mirage Mirror
+5% Synergy in 9% of decks $0.36
Tamiyo's Journal Tamiyo's Journal
+5% Synergy in 7% of decks $2.66
Inspiring Statuary Inspiring Statuary
+5% Synergy in 7% of decks $0.43
Lightning Greaves Lightning Greaves
+4% Synergy in 30% of decks $4.83
Lithoform Engine Lithoform Engine
+4% Synergy in 7% of decks $8.10
Voltaic Key Voltaic Key
+3% Synergy in 8% of decks $3.70
Unwinding Clock Unwinding Clock
+2% Synergy in 14% of decks $21.17
Isochron Scepter Isochron Scepter
-3% Synergy in 16% of decks $13.64
Sapphire Medallion Sapphire Medallion
-36% Synergy in 19% of decks $8.47

Enchantments

Powerful enchantments that support Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Clan Crafter's strategy and create lasting battlefield effects.

Mirrodin Besieged Mirrodin Besieged
+28% Synergy in 35% of decks $4.04
Future Sight Future Sight
+28% Synergy in 30% of decks $0.34
Efficient Construction Efficient Construction
+25% Synergy in 32% of decks $0.54
Ringing Strike Mastery Ringing Strike Mastery
+21% Synergy in 22% of decks $0.10
Freed from the Real Freed from the Real
+19% Synergy in 22% of decks $7.42
Thopter Spy Network Thopter Spy Network
+17% Synergy in 26% of decks $0.41
Pemmin's Aura Pemmin's Aura
+16% Synergy in 19% of decks $9.55
Artificer Class Artificer Class
+15% Synergy in 18% of decks $13.64
Crab Umbra Crab Umbra
+12% Synergy in 14% of decks $0.38
Thassa's Ire Thassa's Ire
+8% Synergy in 8% of decks $0.24
Singing Bell Strike Singing Bell Strike
+7% Synergy in 7% of decks $0.04
Copy Artifact Copy Artifact
+6% Synergy in 10% of decks
Fortune Teller's Talent Fortune Teller's Talent
+6% Synergy in 7% of decks $0.66
Unstoppable Plan Unstoppable Plan
+5% Synergy in 12% of decks $1.92
Training Grounds Training Grounds
+5% Synergy in 12% of decks $8.17
Curious Inquiry Curious Inquiry
+5% Synergy in 6% of decks $0.26
The Antiquities War The Antiquities War
+4% Synergy in 5% of decks $0.23
One with the Multiverse One with the Multiverse
+2% Synergy in 5% of decks $2.11
Mechanized Production Mechanized Production
+1% Synergy in 7% of decks $2.93
Shark Typhoon Shark Typhoon
0% Synergy in 7% of decks $0.33
Wizard Class Wizard Class
-5% Synergy in 12% of decks $3.05
Imprisoned in the Moon Imprisoned in the Moon
-7% Synergy in 5% of decks $0.35
Mystic Remora Mystic Remora
-8% Synergy in 21% of decks $13.57
Rhystic Study Rhystic Study
-9% Synergy in 27% of decks $67.78
Propaganda Propaganda
-20% Synergy in 8% of decks $2.19

Planeswalkers

Planeswalkers that work alongside Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Clan Crafter to provide ongoing value and board presence.

Ugin, the Ineffable Ugin, the Ineffable
+8% Synergy in 10% of decks $2.21
Karn, Living Legacy Karn, Living Legacy
+7% Synergy in 8% of decks $1.32
Tezzeret, Betrayer of Flesh Tezzeret, Betrayer of Flesh
+3% Synergy in 6% of decks $0.53
Tezzeret the Seeker Tezzeret the Seeker
+1% Synergy in 11% of decks $26.06
Jace, Wielder of Mysteries Jace, Wielder of Mysteries
-5% Synergy in 10% of decks $10.77

Utility Lands

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

Seat of the Synod Seat of the Synod
+41% Synergy in 57% of decks $1.03
Buried Ruin Buried Ruin
+41% Synergy in 54% of decks $0.40
Treasure Vault Treasure Vault
+39% Synergy in 42% of decks $2.12
Darksteel Citadel Darksteel Citadel
+32% Synergy in 43% of decks $2.40
Academy Ruins Academy Ruins
+24% Synergy in 41% of decks $4.26
Tyrite Sanctum Tyrite Sanctum
+21% Synergy in 23% of decks $2.69
Inventors' Fair Inventors' Fair
+16% Synergy in 29% of decks $19.59
Minamo, School at Water's Edge Minamo, School at Water's Edge
+15% Synergy in 26% of decks $57.56
Cascading Cataracts Cascading Cataracts
+15% Synergy in 15% of decks $2.22
Urza's Saga Urza's Saga
+13% Synergy in 30% of decks $39.69
Archway of Innovation Archway of Innovation
+12% Synergy in 23% of decks $1.33
Rogue's Passage Rogue's Passage
+10% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.39
Bonders' Enclave Bonders' Enclave
+10% Synergy in 12% of decks $0.86
War Room War Room
+8% Synergy in 25% of decks $3.54
Tomb of the Spirit Dragon Tomb of the Spirit Dragon
+7% Synergy in 8% of decks $0.42
Fountainport Fountainport
+6% Synergy in 8% of decks $2.96
Wasteland Wasteland
+4% Synergy in 5% of decks $25.81
Strip Mine Strip Mine
+3% Synergy in 6% of decks $20.39
Otawara, Soaring City Otawara, Soaring City
+2% Synergy in 27% of decks $27.82
Scavenger Grounds Scavenger Grounds
-1% Synergy in 7% of decks $0.31
Tolaria West Tolaria West
-1% Synergy in 5% of decks $2.00
Riptide Laboratory Riptide Laboratory
-2% Synergy in 10% of decks $0.63
Castle Vantress Castle Vantress
-3% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.34
Temple of the False God Temple of the False God
-4% Synergy in 7% of decks $0.35
Rivendell Rivendell
-6% Synergy in 7% of decks $1.30
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
-10% Synergy in 7% of decks $44.36
Reliquary Tower Reliquary Tower
-12% Synergy in 44% of decks $4.38
Mystic Sanctuary Mystic Sanctuary
-30% Synergy in 22% of decks $1.32

Mana Artifacts

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

Energy Refractor Energy Refractor
+57% Synergy in 59% of decks $0.14
Urn of Godfire Urn of Godfire
+53% Synergy in 53% of decks $0.22
Liquimetal Torque Liquimetal Torque
+43% Synergy in 50% of decks $2.93
Basalt Monolith Basalt Monolith
+42% Synergy in 52% of decks $4.94
Patriar's Seal Patriar's Seal
+28% Synergy in 31% of decks $4.04
Wizard's Rockets Wizard's Rockets
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.18
Mind Stone Mind Stone
+17% Synergy in 56% of decks $0.32
Chromatic Star Chromatic Star
+17% Synergy in 19% of decks $0.35
Slagstone Refinery Slagstone Refinery
+15% Synergy in 16% of decks $0.17
Moonsnare Prototype Moonsnare Prototype
+13% Synergy in 15% of decks $0.28
Gemstone Array Gemstone Array
+12% Synergy in 12% of decks $1.79
Terrarion Terrarion
+10% Synergy in 10% of decks $0.28
Prophetic Prism Prophetic Prism
+9% Synergy in 10% of decks $0.23
Everflowing Chalice Everflowing Chalice
+8% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.30
Unstable Obelisk Unstable Obelisk
+8% Synergy in 8% of decks $0.30
Crystal Skull, Isu Spyglass Crystal Skull, Isu Spyglass
+6% Synergy in 11% of decks $2.41
Prismatic Lens Prismatic Lens
+5% Synergy in 8% of decks $0.41
Sonic Screwdriver Sonic Screwdriver
+4% Synergy in 5% of decks $3.25
Arcane Signet Arcane Signet
+3% Synergy in 68% of decks $0.39
Coveted Jewel Coveted Jewel
+3% Synergy in 7% of decks $0.32
Midnight Clock Midnight Clock
+2% Synergy in 24% of decks $0.61
Mox Opal Mox Opal
+2% Synergy in 12% of decks $222.00
Jeweled Lotus Jeweled Lotus
+2% Synergy in 8% of decks $40.39
Mana Crypt Mana Crypt
+1% Synergy in 8% of decks $37.89
Sol Ring Sol Ring
0% Synergy in 87% of decks $1.27
Mox Amber Mox Amber
0% Synergy in 7% of decks $81.20
Hedron Archive Hedron Archive
-1% Synergy in 5% of decks $0.36
Fellwar Stone Fellwar Stone
-2% Synergy in 19% of decks $11.99
Lotus Petal Lotus Petal
-2% Synergy in 10% of decks $42.91
Sky Diamond Sky Diamond
-5% Synergy in 20% of decks $0.28
Commander's Sphere Commander's Sphere
-5% Synergy in 6% of decks $0.20
Thran Dynamo Thran Dynamo
-6% Synergy in 8% of decks $4.56
Gilded Lotus Gilded Lotus
-6% Synergy in 6% of decks $1.54
Decanter of Endless Water Decanter of Endless Water
-9% Synergy in 7% of decks $4.54
Thought Vessel Thought Vessel
-14% Synergy in 37% of decks $1.96

Lands

The mana base foundation for Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Clan Crafter decks, ensuring smooth and reliable mana development.

Hall of Tagsin Hall of Tagsin
+18% Synergy in 19% of decks $0.35
The Mycosynth Gardens The Mycosynth Gardens
+14% Synergy in 21% of decks $0.38
Voldaren Estate Voldaren Estate
+6% Synergy in 7% of decks $0.31
Mirrex Mirrex
+4% Synergy in 5% of decks $0.86
Myriad Landscape Myriad Landscape
+3% Synergy in 30% of decks $0.31
Talon Gates of Madara Talon Gates of Madara
+2% Synergy in 5% of decks $40.94
Gemstone Caverns Gemstone Caverns
+1% Synergy in 7% of decks $61.38
Misty Rainforest Misty Rainforest
0% Synergy in 8% of decks $35.33
Polluted Delta Polluted Delta
0% Synergy in 8% of decks $20.95
Flooded Strand Flooded Strand
0% Synergy in 8% of decks $16.28
Scalding Tarn Scalding Tarn
-2% Synergy in 6% of decks $33.29

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Clan Crafter Deck Stats

Based on 155 Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Clan Crafter decks.

Average Mana Curve nonland cards
Card Types in the average deck
98 cards
  • Creature 21
  • Instant 9
  • Sorcery 3
  • Artifact 26
  • Enchantment 5
  • Planeswalker 1
  • Land 33

Lands: 24 basic, 9 nonbasic

Most Played Combos

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Renari, Merchant of Marvels Agent of the Iron Throne Renari, Merchant of Marvels // Agent of the Iron Throne
The Fifteenth Doctor Dan Lewis The Fifteenth Doctor // Dan Lewis
The Fifteenth Doctor Nyssa of Traken The Fifteenth Doctor // Nyssa of Traken
The Fifteenth Doctor Romana II The Fifteenth Doctor // Romana II
Esior, Wardwing Familiar Glacian, Powerstone Engineer Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Glacian, Powerstone Engineer
Sarevok, Deathbringer Clan Crafter Sarevok, Deathbringer // Clan Crafter
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Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker Rebbec, Architect of Ascension Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker // Rebbec, Architect of Ascension
The Fourth Doctor Adric, Mathematical Genius The Fourth Doctor // Adric, Mathematical Genius
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Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator Silas Renn, Seeker Adept Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator // Silas Renn, Seeker Adept
Sivriss, Nightmare Speaker Clan Crafter Sivriss, Nightmare Speaker // Clan Crafter
Gilanra, Caller of Wirewood Glacian, Powerstone Engineer Gilanra, Caller of Wirewood // Glacian, Powerstone Engineer
Radiant, Serra Archangel Silas Renn, Seeker Adept Radiant, Serra Archangel // Silas Renn, Seeker Adept
The Sixth Doctor Nyssa of Traken The Sixth Doctor // Nyssa of Traken
Alena, Kessig Trapper Silas Renn, Seeker Adept Alena, Kessig Trapper // Silas Renn, Seeker Adept
Durnan of the Yawning Portal Clan Crafter Durnan of the Yawning Portal // Clan Crafter
The Fifteenth Doctor Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg The Fifteenth Doctor // Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg
The Eighth Doctor Ace, Fearless Rebel The Eighth Doctor // Ace, Fearless Rebel
The Eighth Doctor Nyssa of Traken The Eighth Doctor // Nyssa of Traken
Anara, Wolvid Familiar Silas Renn, Seeker Adept Anara, Wolvid Familiar // Silas Renn, Seeker Adept
Armix, Filigree Thrasher Esior, Wardwing Familiar Armix, Filigree Thrasher // Esior, Wardwing Familiar
Shadowheart, Dark Justiciar Clan Crafter Shadowheart, Dark Justiciar // Clan Crafter
Akiri, Line-Slinger Siani, Eye of the Storm Akiri, Line-Slinger // Siani, Eye of the Storm
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The Twelfth Doctor Dan Lewis The Twelfth Doctor // Dan Lewis
Akroma, Vision of Ixidor Glacian, Powerstone Engineer Akroma, Vision of Ixidor // Glacian, Powerstone Engineer
Ravos, Soultender Silas Renn, Seeker Adept Ravos, Soultender // Silas Renn, Seeker Adept
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Silas Renn, Seeker Adept Vial Smasher the Fierce Silas Renn, Seeker Adept // Vial Smasher the Fierce
Kraum, Ludevic's Opus Toggo, Goblin Weaponsmith Kraum, Ludevic's Opus // Toggo, Goblin Weaponsmith
Akiri, Line-Slinger Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist Akiri, Line-Slinger // Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist
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Volo, Itinerant Scholar Clan Crafter Volo, Itinerant Scholar // Clan Crafter
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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
Noble Heritage Noble Heritage
Haunted One Haunted One
Tavern Brawler Tavern Brawler
Agent of the Shadow Thieves Agent of the Shadow Thieves
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