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Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Inspiring Leader
Price tag $0.55

Legendary Creature — Human Wizard Enchantment Background

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher Inspiring Leader
Magic color symbol for W Magic color symbol for U
Azorius

Playstyle & Strategy

Spirits 40%

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 // Inspiring Leader's abilities and overall game plan.

Counterspell Counterspell
+21% Synergy in 75% of decks $4.36
Dovin's Veto Dovin's Veto
+14% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.76

Top Cards

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

Path to Exile Path to Exile
-3% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.14

Game Changers

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

Glacial Chasm Glacial Chasm
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $16.69
Mystical Tutor Mystical Tutor
+10% Synergy in 25% of decks $17.14
Force of Will Force of Will
+3% Synergy in 13% of decks $58.52
Enlightened Tutor Enlightened Tutor
-6% Synergy in 13% of decks $37.70
Rhystic Study Rhystic Study
-13% Synergy in 13% of decks $67.78

Creatures

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

Caelorna, Coral Tyrant Caelorna, Coral Tyrant
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.30
Prismite Prismite
+37% Synergy in 38% of decks $0.11
Three Tree Mascot Three Tree Mascot
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.13
Warren Warleader Warren Warleader
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $2.57
Thundertrap Trainer Thundertrap Trainer
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $1.11
Vega, the Watcher Vega, the Watcher
+32% Synergy in 38% of decks $0.34
Loyal Inventor Loyal Inventor
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.34
Sokrates, Athenian Teacher Sokrates, Athenian Teacher
+31% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.56
Valiant Rescuer Valiant Rescuer
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.23
Gutter Skulker Gutter Shortcut Gutter Skulker
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.04
Whispering Wizard Whispering Wizard
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.21
Kindly Ancestor Ancestor's Embrace Kindly Ancestor
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.18
Securitron Squadron Securitron Squadron
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $1.42
Lantern Bearer Lanterns' Lift Lantern Bearer
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.09
Twinblade Geist Twinblade Invocation Twinblade Geist
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.21
Distracting Geist Clever Distraction Distracting Geist
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.25
Brine Comber Brinebound Gift Brine Comber
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.21
Mischievous Catgeist Catlike Curiosity Mischievous Catgeist
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.27
Faerie Formation Faerie Formation
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.44
Arcade Gannon Arcade Gannon
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.26
Spectral Adversary Spectral Adversary
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.49
Dennick, Pious Apprentice Dennick, Pious Apparition Dennick, Pious Apprentice
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.33
Dorothea, Vengeful Victim Dorothea's Retribution Dorothea, Vengeful Victim
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.36
Malevolent Hermit Benevolent Geist Malevolent Hermit
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.91
Vizier of Tumbling Sands Vizier of Tumbling Sands
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.25
Patrician Geist Patrician Geist
+22% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.21
Katilda, Dawnhart Martyr Katilda's Rising Dawn Katilda, Dawnhart Martyr
+22% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.95
Burnished Hart Burnished Hart
+22% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.21
Mirror Entity Mirror Entity
+21% Synergy in 25% of decks $2.29
The Reality Chip The Reality Chip
+18% Synergy in 25% of decks $3.74
Ojer Taq, Deepest Foundation Temple of Civilization Ojer Taq, Deepest Foundation
+17% Synergy in 20% of decks $29.14
Gary Clone Gary Clone
+17% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.29
Osgood, Operation Double Osgood, Operation Double
+17% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.33
Star Whale Star Whale
+16% Synergy in 17% of decks $2.23
Ornithopter of Paradise Ornithopter of Paradise
+14% Synergy in 25% of decks $1.87
Moonshaker Cavalry Moonshaker Cavalry
+12% Synergy in 17% of decks $9.29
Ikiral Outrider Ikiral Outrider
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.14
Rust Tick Rust Tick
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.21
Knight of Cliffhaven Knight of Cliffhaven
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.11
Loxodon Mender Loxodon Mender
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.16
Chrome Steed Chrome Steed
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.20
Hedron-Field Purists Hedron-Field Purists
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.36
Caravan Escort Caravan Escort
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.20
Clone Shell Clone Shell
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.20
Halimar Wavewatch Halimar Wavewatch
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.08
Peace Strider Peace Strider
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.14
Auriok Replica Auriok Replica
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.16
Somber Hoverguard Somber Hoverguard
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.06
Kabira Vindicator Kabira Vindicator
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.31
Sage-Eye Avengers Sage-Eye Avengers
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.11

Instants

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

Get Lost Get Lost
+37% Synergy in 40% of decks $3.47
Stroke of Midnight Stroke of Midnight
+34% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.31
Clear Clear
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.34
Neutralize Neutralize
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.26
Memory Deluge Memory Deluge
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.33
Access Denied Access Denied
+22% Synergy in 25% of decks $2.21
No More Lies No More Lies
+20% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.45
Opt Opt
+15% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.30
Permission Denied Permission Denied
+14% Synergy in 20% of decks $13.94
Ice Out Ice Out
+14% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.23
Spell Contortion Spell Contortion
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.15
Frantic Salvage Frantic Salvage
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.13
Mirror Match Mirror Match
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.35
Complicate Complicate
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.36
Override Override
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.18
Ajani's Presence Ajani's Presence
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.19
Commence the Endgame Commence the Endgame
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.34
Lost to Legend Lost to Legend
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.21
Topple the Statue Topple the Statue
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.13
Djeru's Resolve Djeru's Resolve
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.24
Argivian Find Argivian Find
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.25
Forbid Forbid
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.09
Forsake the Worldly Forsake the Worldly
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.25
Transcendent Message Transcendent Message
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.36
Otherworldly Gaze Otherworldly Gaze
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.33
Anticipate Anticipate
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.14
Geistlight Snare Geistlight Snare
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.22
Vanish into Memory Vanish into Memory
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.17
See Double See Double
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.02
Long-Term Plans Long-Term Plans
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $4.31
Borne Upon a Wind Borne Upon a Wind
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $2.48
Deliberate Deliberate
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.19
Jwari Disruption Jwari Ruins Jwari Disruption
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.37
Disorder in the Court Disorder in the Court
+10% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.37
Hindering Light Hindering Light
+9% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.29
Mana Leak Mana Leak
+9% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.31
Resculpt Resculpt
+9% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.22
Narset's Reversal Narset's Reversal
+8% Synergy in 13% of decks $2.71
Rewind Rewind
+8% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.41
Fact or Fiction Fact or Fiction
+7% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.22
Consider Consider
+7% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.29
Muddle the Mixture Muddle the Mixture
+7% Synergy in 13% of decks $3.07
Faithful Mending Faithful Mending
+7% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.83
Frantic Search Frantic Search
+1% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.77
Mana Drain Mana Drain
-3% Synergy in 13% of decks $54.90
Brainstorm Brainstorm
-6% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.55
Generous Gift Generous Gift
-10% Synergy in 25% of decks $1.84
Arcane Denial Arcane Denial
-13% Synergy in 13% of decks $2.35
Negate Negate
-16% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.15
Swords to Plowshares Swords to Plowshares
-33% Synergy in 38% of decks $1.44

Sorceries

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

Visions of Glory Visions of Glory
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.29
Decree of Justice Decree of Justice
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.27
Foresee Foresee
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.23
Vanquish the Horde Vanquish the Horde
+20% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.28
Crisis of Conscience Crisis of Conscience
+17% Synergy in 17% of decks $0.29
Quantum Misalignment Quantum Misalignment
+16% Synergy in 17% of decks $4.04
Balance of Power Balance of Power
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.32
Retribution of the Meek Retribution of the Meek
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $8.14
Triplicate Spirits Triplicate Spirits
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.16
Inaction Injunction Inaction Injunction
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.17
Cleansing Meditation Cleansing Meditation
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $6.01
Strategic Planning Strategic Planning
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.18
Akroma's Vengeance Akroma's Vengeance
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.45
Flood of Recollection Flood of Recollection
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.29
Increasing Devotion Increasing Devotion
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.33
Interpret the Signs Interpret the Signs
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.14
Starnheim Unleashed Starnheim Unleashed
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.36
Irenicus's Vile Duplication Irenicus's Vile Duplication
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $9.16
Steelshaper's Gift Steelshaper's Gift
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $9.99
Ugin's Insight Ugin's Insight
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.18
Flood of Tears Flood of Tears
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.06
Sanctify Sanctify
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.31
Tamiyo's Epiphany Tamiyo's Epiphany
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.22
Aminatou's Augury Aminatou's Augury
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.36
Transmute Artifact Transmute Artifact
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $422.37
Winds of Rath Winds of Rath
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.29
Commit // Memory Commit // Memory
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.34
Divine Reckoning Divine Reckoning
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.70
Winds of Abandon Winds of Abandon
+10% Synergy in 13% of decks $5.21
Sunfall Sunfall
+10% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.31
Open the Armory Open the Armory
+10% Synergy in 13% of decks $4.51
Alrund's Epiphany Alrund's Epiphany
+10% Synergy in 13% of decks $3.39
Anchor to Reality Anchor to Reality
+10% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.23
Ondu Inversion Ondu Skyruins Ondu Inversion
+9% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.06
Hour of Reckoning Hour of Reckoning
+9% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.29
Curse of the Swine Curse of the Swine
+9% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.30
Serum Visions Serum Visions
+9% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.93
Distant Melody Distant Melody
+7% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.39
Sevinne's Reclamation Sevinne's Reclamation
+6% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.40
Preordain Preordain
+3% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.86
Fabricate Fabricate
+2% Synergy in 13% of decks $10.54
Ponder Ponder
+1% Synergy in 13% of decks $2.85
Time Wipe Time Wipe
-2% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.26
Austere Command Austere Command
-3% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.59
Supreme Verdict Supreme Verdict
-16% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.65

Utility Artifacts

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

Umbral Mantle Umbral Mantle
+37% Synergy in 38% of decks $11.69
Fishing Pole Fishing Pole
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.18
Nuisance Engine Nuisance Engine
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.32
Sword of the Paruns Sword of the Paruns
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $2.02
Diviner's Wand Diviner's Wand
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.34
Accorder's Shield Accorder's Shield
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.19
Lavaspur Boots Lavaspur Boots
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $1.89
Swashbuckler's Whip Swashbuckler's Whip
+20% Synergy in 20% of decks $0.23
Swiftfoot Boots Swiftfoot Boots
+12% Synergy in 38% of decks $1.86
Tapestry of the Ages Tapestry of the Ages
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.10
Snake Basket Snake Basket
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.95
Silverskin Armor Silverskin Armor
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.26
Surge Node Surge Node
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.27
Ensouled Scimitar Ensouled Scimitar
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.24
Shrine of Loyal Legions Shrine of Loyal Legions
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.23
Banshee's Blade Banshee's Blade
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.30
Druidic Satchel Druidic Satchel
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.42
Geometric Nexus Geometric Nexus
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.36
Strider Harness Strider Harness
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.07
Abandoned Sarcophagus Abandoned Sarcophagus
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.34
Darksteel Relic Darksteel Relic
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.87
Galvanic Key Galvanic Key
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.25
Vorrac Battlehorns Vorrac Battlehorns
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.70
Soul Foundry Soul Foundry
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.49
Fluctuator Fluctuator
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.80
Giant's Amulet Giant's Amulet
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.31
Horizon Stone Horizon Stone
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.13
Ring of Evos Isle Ring of Evos Isle
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.40
Bag of Holding Bag of Holding
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.27
Hand of Vecna Hand of Vecna
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.35
Scytheclaw Scytheclaw
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.31
Armillary Sphere Armillary Sphere
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.27
Mirror Shield Mirror Shield
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.47
Mask of Avacyn Mask of Avacyn
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.32
Campfire Campfire
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.22
Scroll of the Masters Scroll of the Masters
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.22
Slagwurm Armor Slagwurm Armor
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.04
Empyrial Plate Empyrial Plate
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.83
Palantír of Orthanc Palantír of Orthanc
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $15.64
Champion's Helm Champion's Helm
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $2.90
Colossus Hammer Colossus Hammer
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $2.77
Robe of Stars Robe of Stars
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $14.01
Tamiyo's Journal Tamiyo's Journal
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $2.66
Primal Amulet Primal Wellspring Primal Amulet
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $11.49
The Temporal Anchor The Temporal Anchor
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.29
Andúril, Flame of the West Andúril, Flame of the West
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $2.63
Staff of the Storyteller Staff of the Storyteller
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.29
Spellbook Spellbook
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $3.87
Scroll Rack Scroll Rack
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $34.89
Blackblade Reforged Blackblade Reforged
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $3.07

Enchantments

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

Gauntlets of Light Gauntlets of Light
+37% Synergy in 38% of decks $0.15
Fortune Teller's Talent Fortune Teller's Talent
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.66
Imprisoned in the Moon Imprisoned in the Moon
+32% Synergy in 38% of decks $0.35
Unable to Scream Unable to Scream
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.24
Gossip's Talent Gossip's Talent
+32% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.28
Caretaker's Talent Caretaker's Talent
+30% Synergy in 33% of decks $10.40
Conclave's Blessing Conclave's Blessing
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.19
Crab Umbra Crab Umbra
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.38
Fae Flight Fae Flight
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.28
Drake Haven Drake Haven
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.34
Dawn of Hope Dawn of Hope
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.62
Stoneskin Stoneskin
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $1.43
Curator's Ward Curator's Ward
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.38
One with the Multiverse One with the Multiverse
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $2.11
Knowledge Is Power Knowledge Is Power
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.36
Proft's Eidetic Memory Proft's Eidetic Memory
+21% Synergy in 25% of decks $3.37
Anointed Procession Anointed Procession
+20% Synergy in 25% of decks $59.29
Wizard Class Wizard Class
+18% Synergy in 25% of decks $3.05
Intangible Virtue Intangible Virtue
+18% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.30
Mantle of Leadership Mantle of Leadership
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.29
Improvised Armor Improvised Armor
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.06
Icy Prison Icy Prison
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.47
Hero's Resolve Hero's Resolve
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.19
Spirit Cairn Spirit Cairn
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.18
Skywise Teachings Skywise Teachings
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.11
Fog on the Barrow-Downs Fog on the Barrow-Downs
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.29
Thassa's Ire Thassa's Ire
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.24
Ominous Roost Ominous Roost
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.19
Realmbreaker's Grasp Realmbreaker's Grasp
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.09
Astral Slide Astral Slide
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.70
Nurturing Presence Nurturing Presence
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.20
Secrets of the Dead Secrets of the Dead
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.44
Cathar's Call Cathar's Call
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.27
Starlit Mantle Starlit Mantle
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.07
Eyes of the Watcher Eyes of the Watcher
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.34
Astral Drift Astral Drift
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.32
Cradle of Safety Cradle of Safety
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.26
Radiant Grace Radiant Restraints Radiant Grace
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.31
Defenders of Humanity Defenders of Humanity
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.51
Power Artifact Power Artifact
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $182.77
War Tax War Tax
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.80
Alexi's Cloak Alexi's Cloak
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.33
Cloud Cover Cloud Cover
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $2.11
Precognition Field Precognition Field
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.23
Seal Away Seal Away
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.23
Levitation Levitation
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.33
Eland Umbra Eland Umbra
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.34
Seal from Existence Seal from Existence
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.30
Mobilization Mobilization
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.75
Chivalric Alliance Chivalric Alliance
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $14.35

Planeswalkers

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

Mordenkainen Mordenkainen
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.37
Teferi, Temporal Pilgrim Teferi, Temporal Pilgrim
+10% Synergy in 13% of decks $5.25

Utility Lands

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

Hidden Cataract Hidden Cataract
+39% Synergy in 40% of decks $0.20
Hidden Courtyard Hidden Courtyard
+39% Synergy in 40% of decks $0.23
Drifting Meadow Drifting Meadow
+37% Synergy in 38% of decks $0.24
Remote Isle Remote Isle
+37% Synergy in 38% of decks $0.22
Calciform Pools Calciform Pools
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.30
Tyrite Sanctum Tyrite Sanctum
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $2.69
Treasure Vault Treasure Vault
+22% Synergy in 25% of decks $2.12
Restless Anchorage Restless Anchorage
+12% Synergy in 20% of decks $0.24
Halls of Mist Halls of Mist
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $3.77
Glimmerpost Glimmerpost
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.29
Springjack Pasture Springjack Pasture
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.02
Blasted Landscape Blasted Landscape
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.60
Phyrexia's Core Phyrexia's Core
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.38
Bonders' Enclave Bonders' Enclave
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.86
Desert of the True Desert of the True
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.28
Blast Zone Blast Zone
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.37
Cascading Cataracts Cascading Cataracts
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $2.22
Skyline Cascade Skyline Cascade
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.08
Idyllic Grange Idyllic Grange
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.33
Urza's Factory Urza's Factory
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.29
Desert of the Mindful Desert of the Mindful
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.30
Prahv, Spires of Order Prahv, Spires of Order
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.30
Rogue's Passage Rogue's Passage
+11% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.38
Hall of Storm Giants Hall of Storm Giants
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.56
War Room War Room
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $3.54
Riptide Laboratory Riptide Laboratory
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.63
Arcane Lighthouse Arcane Lighthouse
+10% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.78
Secluded Steppe Secluded Steppe
+10% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.31
Castle Ardenvale Castle Ardenvale
+9% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.30
Lonely Sandbar Lonely Sandbar
+9% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.21
Maze of Ith Maze of Ith
+8% Synergy in 13% of decks $9.66
Celestial Colonnade Celestial Colonnade
+8% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.33
Minas Tirith Minas Tirith
+8% Synergy in 13% of decks $6.67
Rivendell Rivendell
+7% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.30
Moorland Haunt Moorland Haunt
+7% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.32
Hall of Heliod's Generosity Hall of Heliod's Generosity
+7% Synergy in 13% of decks $9.70
Castle Vantress Castle Vantress
+6% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.34
Minamo, School at Water's Edge Minamo, School at Water's Edge
+5% Synergy in 13% of decks $57.56
Buried Ruin Buried Ruin
+5% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.40
Reliquary Tower Reliquary Tower
-24% Synergy in 25% of decks $4.38

Mana Artifacts

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

Wizard's Rockets Wizard's Rockets
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.18
Energy Refractor Energy Refractor
+25% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.14
Chromatic Orrery Chromatic Orrery
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $31.68
Patriar's Seal Patriar's Seal
+23% Synergy in 25% of decks $4.04
Thunder Totem Thunder Totem
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.21
Gemstone Array Gemstone Array
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.79
Urn of Godfire Urn of Godfire
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.22
Lantern of Revealing Lantern of Revealing
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.24
Mana Geode Mana Geode
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.35
Everflowing Chalice Everflowing Chalice
+8% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.31
Basalt Monolith Basalt Monolith
+8% Synergy in 13% of decks $4.94
Cultivator's Caravan Cultivator's Caravan
+7% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.21
Fellwar Stone Fellwar Stone
-6% Synergy in 25% of decks $11.99
Mind Stone Mind Stone
-17% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.32
Azorius Signet Azorius Signet
-37% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.31
Arcane Signet Arcane Signet
-47% Synergy in 38% of decks $0.37
Sol Ring Sol Ring
-50% Synergy in 38% of decks $1.25

Lands

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

Irrigated Farmland Irrigated Farmland
+41% Synergy in 63% of decks $0.19
Evolving Wilds Evolving Wilds
+34% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.10
Hidden Grotto Hidden Grotto
+33% Synergy in 33% of decks $0.27
Terramorphic Expanse Terramorphic Expanse
+26% Synergy in 38% of decks $0.17
Study Study
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.38
Crystal Grotto Crystal Grotto
+24% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.30
Ash Barrens Ash Barrens
+22% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.29
Captivating Cave Captivating Cave
+20% Synergy in 20% of decks $0.16
Myriad Landscape Myriad Landscape
+18% Synergy in 38% of decks $0.31
Painted Bluffs Painted Bluffs
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.18
Cave of Temptation Cave of Temptation
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.28
Transguild Promenade Transguild Promenade
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.28
Hall of Oracles Hall of Oracles
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.26
Unknown Shores Unknown Shores
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.10
Mirrex Mirrex
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.86
Hall of Tagsin Hall of Tagsin
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.35
The Grey Havens The Grey Havens
+12% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.30
Fortified Beachhead Fortified Beachhead
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.30
Opal Palace Opal Palace
+11% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.32
Meticulous Archive Meticulous Archive
+8% Synergy in 25% of decks $14.92
Meandering River Meandering River
+8% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.12
Prismatic Vista Prismatic Vista
+7% Synergy in 13% of decks $29.95
Azorius Guildgate Azorius Guildgate
+5% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.10
Deserted Beach Deserted Beach
0% Synergy in 38% of decks $1.52
Adarkar Wastes Adarkar Wastes
-1% Synergy in 38% of decks $0.33
Temple of Enlightenment Temple of Enlightenment
-2% Synergy in 38% of decks $0.24
Path of Ancestry Path of Ancestry
-2% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.25
Flooded Strand Flooded Strand
-5% Synergy in 25% of decks $16.28
Tranquil Cove Tranquil Cove
-6% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.21
Mystic Gate Mystic Gate
-8% Synergy in 13% of decks $1.28
Hengegate Pathway Mistgate Pathway Hengegate Pathway
-9% Synergy in 13% of decks $4.86
Skycloud Expanse Skycloud Expanse
-10% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.21
Command Tower Command Tower
-11% Synergy in 75% of decks $0.23
Port Town Port Town
-11% Synergy in 38% of decks $0.32
Azorius Chancery Azorius Chancery
-13% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.36
Exotic Orchard Exotic Orchard
-15% Synergy in 13% of decks $0.25
Sea of Clouds Sea of Clouds
-16% Synergy in 25% of decks $19.79
Hallowed Fountain Hallowed Fountain
-21% Synergy in 25% of decks $7.02
Prairie Stream Prairie Stream
-28% Synergy in 38% of decks $0.29
Glacial Fortress Glacial Fortress
-33% Synergy in 25% of decks $0.26

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Inspiring Leader Deck Stats

Based on 8 Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Inspiring Leader decks.

Average Mana Curve nonland cards
Card Types in the average deck
98 cards
  • Creature 22
  • Instant 10
  • Sorcery 6
  • Artifact 12
  • Enchantment 13
  • Land 35

Lands: 18 basic, 17 nonbasic

Most Played Combos

Similar Commanders

The following Commanders share a similar playing style, strategy, or theme like Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Inspiring Leader.

Oyobi, Who Split the Heavens Oyobi, Who Split the Heavens
Millicent, Restless Revenant Millicent, Restless Revenant
Renari, Merchant of Marvels Inspiring Leader Renari, Merchant of Marvels // Inspiring Leader
Alharu, Solemn Ritualist Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
Alharu, Solemn Ritualist Kodama of the East Tree Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Kodama of the East Tree
Alisaie Leveilleur Alphinaud Leveilleur Alisaie Leveilleur // Alphinaud Leveilleur
Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker Prava of the Steel Legion Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker // Prava of the Steel Legion
Prava of the Steel Legion Siani, Eye of the Storm Prava of the Steel Legion // Siani, Eye of the Storm
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher Far Traveler Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Far Traveler
The Eleventh Doctor Sarah Jane Smith The Eleventh Doctor // Sarah Jane Smith
Prava of the Steel Legion Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Prava of the Steel Legion // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
Gale, Waterdeep Prodigy Inspiring Leader Gale, Waterdeep Prodigy // Inspiring Leader
Ghost of Ramirez DePietro Ravos, Soultender Ghost of Ramirez DePietro // Ravos, Soultender
Volo, Itinerant Scholar Inspiring Leader Volo, Itinerant Scholar // Inspiring Leader
Rhoda, Geist Avenger Timin, Youthful Geist Rhoda, Geist Avenger // Timin, Youthful Geist
Hikari, Twilight Guardian Hikari, Twilight Guardian
Myojin of Cleansing Fire Myojin of Cleansing Fire
Ghost of Ramirez DePietro Kodama of the East Tree Ghost of Ramirez DePietro // Kodama of the East Tree
The Third Doctor Peri Brown The Third Doctor // Peri Brown
Alharu, Solemn Ritualist Prava of the Steel Legion Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Prava of the Steel Legion
Alharu, Solemn Ritualist Thrasios, Triton Hero Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Thrasios, Triton Hero
Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist Prava of the Steel Legion Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist // Prava of the Steel Legion
The First Doctor Peri Brown The First Doctor // Peri Brown
Ellyn Harbreeze, Busybody Sword Coast Sailor Ellyn Harbreeze, Busybody // Sword Coast Sailor
Esior, Wardwing Familiar Prava of the Steel Legion Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Prava of the Steel Legion
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher Flaming Fist Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Flaming Fist
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher Folk Hero Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Folk Hero
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher Noble Heritage Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Noble Heritage
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher Veteran Soldier Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Veteran Soldier
Alharu, Solemn Ritualist Brinelin, the Moon Kraken Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Brinelin, the Moon Kraken
Alharu, Solemn Ritualist Eligeth, Crossroads Augur Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Eligeth, Crossroads Augur
Alharu, Solemn Ritualist Esior, Wardwing Familiar Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Esior, Wardwing Familiar
Alharu, Solemn Ritualist Ghost of Ramirez DePietro Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Ghost of Ramirez DePietro
Alharu, Solemn Ritualist Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker
Alharu, Solemn Ritualist Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator
Alharu, Solemn Ritualist Siani, Eye of the Storm Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Siani, Eye of the Storm
Rasaad yn Bashir Inspiring Leader Rasaad yn Bashir // Inspiring Leader
Abdel Adrian, Gorion's Ward Shameless Charlatan Abdel Adrian, Gorion's Ward // Shameless Charlatan
Glacian, Powerstone Engineer Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker Glacian, Powerstone Engineer // Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker
Siani, Eye of the Storm Yoshimaru, Ever Faithful Siani, Eye of the Storm // Yoshimaru, Ever Faithful

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