Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Cloakwood Hermit
$0.43
$0.43Legendary Creature — Human Wizard Enchantment Background
How it feels to play against
Mildly Annoying
Some frustrating moments but still fun.
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High Synergy Cards
Cards that work exceptionally well with Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Cloakwood Hermit's abilities and overall game plan.
Skullclamp+65% Synergy
in 67% of decks
$4.67
Lonely Sandbar+62% Synergy
in 67% of decks
$0.21
Tranquil Thicket+62% Synergy
in 67% of decks
$0.24
Darksteel Myr+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.22
Deadeye Quartermaster+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.29
Guard Gomazoa+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.44
Loyal Inventor+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.34
Padeem, Consul of Innovation+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$2.15
Phantasmal Dragon+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.23
Star Whale+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$2.23
Game Changers
Powerful cards that can single-handedly turn the tide of a game when resolved.
Force of Will+23% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$58.52
Mystical Tutor+23% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$17.14
Worldly Tutor+17% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$29.87
Rhystic Study+10% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$67.78
Creatures
Essential creatures that complement Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Cloakwood Hermit's strategy through synergy, utility, or raw power.
Darksteel Myr+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.22
Deadeye Quartermaster+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.29
Guard Gomazoa+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.44
Loyal Inventor+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.34
Padeem, Consul of Innovation+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$2.15
Phantasmal Dragon+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.23
Star Whale+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$2.23
Transit Mage+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.29
Voltaic Construct+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$2.41
Zahid, Djinn of the Lamp+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.11
Ambush Commander+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.81
Barrin, Master Wizard+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$4.10
Drowned Rusalka+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.32
Emrakul, the World Anew+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$6.46
Haruspex+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.39
Heart Warden+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.27
Jason Bright, Glowing Prophet+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.37
Kadena's Silencer+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.36
Lumberknot+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.27
Marang River Prowler+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.08
Masked Admirers+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.20
Omarthis, Ghostfire Initiate+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.15
Caelorna, Coral Tyrant+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.30
Fog Bank+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.11
Imperious Perfect+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.72
Basking Broodscale+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.24
Boreal Druid+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$4.77
Emrakul's Messenger+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.29
Joraga Treespeaker+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.35
Kozilek, the Broken Reality+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$5.19
Nulldrifter+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.24
Aphetto Alchemist+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$6.67
Tribute Mage+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.96
Trinket Mage+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.65
Devoted Druid+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.69
Kheru Spellsnatcher+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.23
Masked Vandal+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.59
Gyre Engineer+30% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.22
Enduring Curiosity+30% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$6.79
Disciple of Freyalise+28% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$4.96
Hauntwoods Shrieker+28% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.41
Trophy Mage+28% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.72
Hydroelectric Specimen+28% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.39
Arbor Elf+26% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.67
Incubation Druid+25% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$2.90
Kiora's Follower+18% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.37
Koma, Cosmos Serpent+18% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$6.14
Fyndhorn Elves+17% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.62
Elvish Mystic+8% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$5.37
Llanowar Elves+5% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.30
Instants
Key instant-speed responses for protection, removal, and keeping Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Cloakwood Hermit safe.
Lifecraft Awakening+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.07
Long-Term Plans+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$4.31
Mirror Match+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.35
Mental Journey+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.18
Pounce+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.21
Summary Dismissal+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.21
Twist Reality+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.19
Steady Progress+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.26
Mana Leak+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.31
Collective Resistance+30% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.71
Mutational Advantage+28% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$7.64
Force of Will+23% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$58.52
Mystical Tutor+23% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$17.14
Ripples of Potential+23% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$5.14
Nature's Claim+22% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.38
Sink into Stupor+22% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$8.94
Inspiring Call+20% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.38
Mana Drain+17% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$54.90
Worldly Tutor+17% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$29.87
Counterspell+16% Synergy
in 67% of decks
$4.36
Pongify+9% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$3.63
Rapid Hybridization+7% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.96
Beast Within-18% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.71
Sorceries
Important sorcery spells that advance Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Cloakwood Hermit's game plan and control the board.
Argivian Restoration+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.22
Aggressive Instinct+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.18
Beneath the Sands+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.20
Map the Wastes+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.06
Monstrous Onslaught+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.17
Vivisurgeon's Insight+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.30
Flare of Cultivation+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.66
Contentious Plan+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.36
Thirsting Roots+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.55
Migration Path+30% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.40
Bridgeworks Battle+28% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.24
Finale of Revelation+28% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.44
Fabricate+27% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$10.54
Irenicus's Vile Duplication+27% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$9.16
Curse of the Swine+22% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.30
Whelming Wave+22% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.14
Wave Goodbye+22% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.68
Rampant Growth-8% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.01
Utility Artifacts
Versatile artifacts that provide ongoing value, card selection, or strategic advantages.
Skullclamp+65% Synergy
in 67% of decks
$4.67
Clock of Omens+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$3.16
Colossus Hammer+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$2.77
God-Pharaoh's Statue+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.84
Helm of Awakening+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$2.66
Nuisance Engine+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.32
Peregrine Mask+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.26
Ring of Evos Isle+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.40
Rocket Launcher+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$5.62
Swashbuckler's Whip+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.23
Birthing Boughs+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.31
Blade of the Bloodchief+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$6.42
Dissection Tools+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.29
Relic Vial+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.29
Weatherlight Compleated+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.81
Campfire+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.22
Feldon's Cane+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.14
Fluctuator+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.80
Mantle of Tides+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.12
Monument to Endurance+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$13.21
Wayfarer's Bauble+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.30
Isochron Scepter+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$13.64
Umbral Mantle+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$11.69
Sensei's Divining Top+30% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$39.00
Combine Chrysalis+28% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.36
Swiftfoot Boots+7% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.86
Enchantments
Powerful enchantments that support Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Cloakwood Hermit's strategy and create lasting battlefield effects.
Encrust+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.09
Power Artifact+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$182.77
Presence of Gond+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.38
Sugar Coat+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.14
Birthing Ritual+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$3.64
Faces of the Past+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$8.83
Fecundity+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.94
From Beyond+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.19
Drake Haven+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.34
Invigorating Boon+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.07
New Perspectives+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.22
Unable to Scream+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.24
On the Trail+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$4.32
Lignify+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.15
Pemmin's Aura+30% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$9.55
Imprisoned in the Moon+28% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.35
Ominous Seas+28% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.36
Teferi's Ageless Insight+28% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$5.77
Freed from the Real+28% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$7.42
Wizard Class+28% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$3.05
Propaganda+27% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$2.19
Guardian Project+27% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$15.59
They Came from the Pipes+27% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.29
Simic Ascendancy+20% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.52
Hardened Scales+18% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$2.70
Rhystic Study+10% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$67.78
Planeswalkers
Planeswalkers that work alongside Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Cloakwood Hermit to provide ongoing value and board presence.
Jace, Arcane Strategist+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$5.13
Freyalise, Llanowar's Fury+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$4.90
Battles
Battles that give Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Cloakwood Hermit decks a second front to attack, plus a payoff for defeating them.
Invasion of Ravnica+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.49
Utility Lands
Non-basic lands that offer additional utility beyond just mana production.
Lonely Sandbar+62% Synergy
in 67% of decks
$0.21
Tranquil Thicket+62% Synergy
in 67% of decks
$0.24
Arcane Lighthouse+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.78
Crystal Vein+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$8.71
Forge of Heroes+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.34
Ice Floe+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.32
Underdark Rift+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.57
High Market+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.50
Miren, the Moaning Well+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$22.81
Blasted Landscape+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.60
Fountainport+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$2.96
Khalni Garden+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.18
Coral Atoll+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.57
Jungle Basin+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.86
Desert of the Indomitable+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.25
Desert of the Mindful+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.30
Maze of Ith+30% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$9.66
Halimar Depths+30% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.39
Oran-Rief, the Vastwood+28% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.70
Karn's Bastion+22% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$3.44
Rogue's Passage+12% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.38
Reliquary Tower-17% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$4.38
Mana Artifacts
Artifacts focused on mana acceleration and color fixing for consistent gameplay.
Liquimetal Torque+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$2.93
Energy Refractor+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.14
Basalt Monolith+26% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$4.94
Sol Ring-15% Synergy
in 67% of decks
$1.25
Lands
The mana base foundation for Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Cloakwood Hermit decks, ensuring smooth and reliable mana development.
Hidden Grotto+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.27
Thriving Grove+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.19
Crystal Grotto+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.30
Thriving Isle+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.20
Ash Barrens+28% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.29
Brokers Hideout+28% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.47
Willowrush Verge+20% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$4.57
Waterlogged Grove+13% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.50
Terramorphic Expanse+13% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.17
Barkchannel Pathway+12% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$4.53
Myriad Landscape+11% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.31
Hinterland Harbor+9% Synergy
in 67% of decks
$0.34
Evolving Wilds+8% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.10
Flooded Grove-6% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.31
Temple of Mystery-6% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.29
Simic Growth Chamber-16% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.35
Yavimaya Coast-19% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.30
Command Tower-52% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.23
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Cloakwood Hermit Deck Stats
Based on 3 Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Cloakwood Hermit decks.
| Mana value | Cards |
|---|---|
| 1 | 10 |
| 2 | 16 |
| 3 | 16 |
| 4 | 11 |
| 5 | 4 |
| 6 | 4 |
| 7 | 1 |
| 9 | 1 |
98
cards
- Creature 28
- Instant 8
- Sorcery 6
- Artifact 11
- Enchantment 9
- Planeswalker 1
- Land 35
| Card type | Cards |
|---|---|
| Creature | 28 |
| Instant | 8 |
| Sorcery | 6 |
| Artifact | 11 |
| Enchantment | 9 |
| Planeswalker | 1 |
| Land | 35 |
Lands: 19 basic, 16 nonbasic
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The Third Doctor // Ace, Fearless Rebel
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Brinelin, the Moon Kraken // Kamahl, Heart of KrosaOther 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
Scion of Halaster
Cultist of the Absolute
Far Traveler
Faceless One
Acolyte of Bahamut
Agent of the Iron Throne
Candlekeep Sage
Cloakwood Hermit
Criminal Past
Dragon Cultist
Dungeon Delver
Feywild Visitor
Flaming Fist
Folk Hero
Guild Artisan
Hardy Outlander
Inspiring Leader
Master Chef
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Shameless Charlatan
Street Urchin
Sword Coast Sailor
Veteran Soldier