Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Sword Coast Sailor
$0.41
$0.41Legendary 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 // Sword Coast Sailor's abilities and overall game plan.
Swiftfoot Boots+72% Synergy
in 100% of decks
$1.88
Rogue's Passage+69% Synergy
in 83% of decks
$0.38
Resculpt+46% Synergy
in 67% of decks
$0.23
Negate+44% Synergy
in 83% of decks
$0.15
Mana Drain+40% Synergy
in 67% of decks
$55.76
Reality Shift+37% Synergy
in 67% of decks
$0.27
Top Cards
The most popular and reliable cards that form the backbone of successful Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Sword Coast Sailor decks.
Counterspell-1% Synergy
in 67% of decks
$4.39
Game Changers
Powerful cards that can single-handedly turn the tide of a game when resolved.
Mystical Tutor+24% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$16.95
Narset, Parter of Veils+20% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.26
Cyclonic Rift-21% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$39.05
Creatures
Essential creatures that complement Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Sword Coast Sailor's strategy through synergy, utility, or raw power.
The Reality Chip+37% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$4.00
Foundry Inspector+36% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$0.32
Archaeomancer+34% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$0.36
Etherium Sculptor+33% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$0.67
Lore Weaver+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.22
Signpost Scarecrow+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.20
Crossroads Candleguide+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.26
Third Path Savant+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.07
Stonework Packbeast+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.15
Glint-Nest Crane+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.12
Prismite+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.11
Secret Door+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.18
Archaeomender+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.22
Acquisition Octopus+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.28
Vedalken Engineer+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.33
Drift of Phantasms+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.38
Spectral Sailor+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.28
Mirran Spy+30% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.27
Whirler Rogue+30% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.23
Siren Stormtamer+27% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.40
Burnished Hart+26% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.21
Trophy Mage+26% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.72
Mulldrifter+26% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.37
Padeem, Consul of Innovation+23% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$2.14
Emry, Lurker of the Loch+22% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.70
Armguard Familiar+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.12
Thran Spider+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.24
Wharf Infiltrator+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.39
Geode Golem+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.25
Akal Pakal, First Among Equals+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.26
Renowned Weaponsmith+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.20
Deadeye Quartermaster+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.30
Brass Squire+15% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$1.21
Plague Myr+15% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$2.57
Grazilaxx, Illithid Scholar+15% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$1.72
Kami of the Crescent Moon+14% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$7.98
Shimmer Dragon+14% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.34
Loyal Drake+13% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.35
Cyberdrive Awakener+13% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$2.44
Silent Arbiter+13% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$9.52
Riddlesmith+13% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.28
Thassa, Deep-Dwelling+13% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$28.05
Scrap Trawler+12% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$3.36
Myr Retriever+12% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$2.18
Jhoira's Familiar+11% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$2.32
Vedalken Archmage+11% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$10.41
Ledger Shredder+10% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$8.66
Peregrine Drake+9% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.27
Thought Monitor+8% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.38
Ornithopter of Paradise+7% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$1.90
Instants
Key instant-speed responses for protection, removal, and keeping Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Sword Coast Sailor safe.
Refute+61% Synergy
in 67% of decks
$0.24
Three Steps Ahead+40% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$5.55
Disrupt+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.04
Daze+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$2.14
Think Twice+28% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.26
Chain of Vapor+28% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$15.92
Opt+25% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$0.31
Spell Pierce+25% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.26
Sudden Setback+25% Synergy
in 25% of decks
$0.11
Aetherize+24% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$0.52
Unauthorized Exit+24% Synergy
in 25% of decks
$0.18
Spellgyre+23% Synergy
in 25% of decks
$0.22
Long River's Pull+21% Synergy
in 25% of decks
$0.31
Into the Flood Maw+20% Synergy
in 25% of decks
$2.18
Archmage's Charm+18% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$2.15
You See a Guard Approach+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.29
Stern Lesson+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.18
Blustersquall+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.42
Reality Heist+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.26
Mystic Reflection+15% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$1.59
Arcane Denial+14% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$2.17
Mizzium Skin+14% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.20
Dive Down+13% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.12
Run Away Together+13% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.18
Saw It Coming+13% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.39
Essence Scatter+13% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.20
You Find the Villains' Lair+13% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.24
Behold the Multiverse+13% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.25
Thirst for Knowledge+12% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.22
Shore Up+12% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.26
Disdainful Stroke+11% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.18
Aetherspouts+9% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.76
Evacuation+9% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.32
Brainstorm+8% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$0.58
Dispel+7% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.41
Ghostly Flicker+6% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$2.25
Cryptic Command+6% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$4.67
Frantic Search+5% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.76
Fact or Fiction+5% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.17
Rewind+4% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.42
Snap0% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$3.49
Dramatic Reversal-4% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.43
High Tide-12% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$2.03
An Offer You Can't Refuse-18% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$3.33
Rapid Hybridization-18% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.99
Pongify-24% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$3.71
Sorceries
Important sorcery spells that advance Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Sword Coast Sailor's game plan and control the board.
Wash Out+45% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$0.40
Anchor to Reality+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.21
Lunar Insight+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.21
Compulsive Research+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.29
Deep Analysis+27% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.27
Preordain+25% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$0.85
Lórien Revealed+24% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$6.48
Ponder+20% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$2.68
Solve the Equation+19% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$3.47
Last Thoughts+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.15
Voidwalk+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.25
Echo Storm+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.38
Reverse Engineer+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.18
Silver Scrutiny+15% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.35
Universal Surveillance+15% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.19
All Is Dust+15% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$5.52
Trait Doctoring+14% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.34
Rise and Shine+14% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.36
Stolen Identity+14% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.50
One with the Machine+13% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.28
Hidden Strings+12% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.41
Personal Tutor+12% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$6.28
Fabricate+11% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$10.54
Windfall+9% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$5.30
Thoughtcast+8% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$2.58
Ravenform+5% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.31
Treasure Cruise+5% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.24
Sea Gate Restoration+2% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$37.05
Utility Artifacts
Versatile artifacts that provide ongoing value, card selection, or strategic advantages.
The Key to the Vault+48% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$0.66
Moonsilver Key+47% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$0.86
Blackblade Reforged+45% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$2.99
Surestrike Trident+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.54
Goblin Cannon+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.24
Umbral Mantle+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$11.64
Mask of the Schemer+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.65
Goldvein Pick+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.24
Mirror Shield+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.47
Sword of War and Peace+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$10.21
Mask of Memory+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.41
Thran Power Suit+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.93
Loxodon Warhammer+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$2.48
Champion's Helm+32% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$2.89
Wayfarer's Bauble+31% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$0.30
Nettlecyst+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$4.72
Mithril Coat+30% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$24.79
Fireshrieker+28% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.21
Sword of the Animist+28% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$5.98
Cloud Key+27% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.76
Starforged Sword+25% Synergy
in 25% of decks
$0.16
Assassin Gauntlet+25% Synergy
in 25% of decks
$0.34
Mystic Forge+24% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$3.32
Haunted Plate Mail+17% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.14
Vulshok Battlegear+17% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.23
Bronze Cudgels+17% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.13
Strider Harness+17% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.07
Scroll of the Masters+17% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.22
Hunter's Blowgun+17% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.23
Armory of Iroas+17% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.27
Leather Armor+17% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.22
Hero's Heirloom+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.31
Rogue's Gloves+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.48
Scytheclaw+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.32
Hero's Blade+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.28
Sword of Sinew and Steel+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$10.44
Umezawa's Jitte+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$21.33
Slagwurm Armor+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$1.00
Diviner's Wand+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.34
Sword of Light and Shadow+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$12.90
Goggles of Night+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.25
Gavel of the Righteous+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.25
Sword of Fire and Ice+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$45.87
Spidersilk Net+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.26
Sword of Forge and Frontier+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$8.39
Cathar's Shield+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.21
Accorder's Shield+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.18
Colossus Hammer+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$2.83
Dowsing Dagger+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$7.26
Library of Leng+15% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$7.58
Enchantments
Powerful enchantments that support Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Sword Coast Sailor's strategy and create lasting battlefield effects.
Aura Flux+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.22
Energy Flux+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.33
Soothsaying+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$3.57
Sphinx's Tutelage+28% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.95
Lost in the Maze+23% Synergy
in 25% of decks
$0.23
Proft's Eidetic Memory+17% Synergy
in 25% of decks
$3.04
Curator's Ward+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.38
Future Sight+15% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.35
Ominous Seas+6% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$1.53
Propaganda+5% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$2.20
Mystic Remora+5% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$13.64
Wizard Class0% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$3.07
Planeswalkers
Planeswalkers that work alongside Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Sword Coast Sailor to provide ongoing value and board presence.
Ugin, the Ineffable+31% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$2.26
Tezzeret, Betrayer of Flesh+14% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.54
Utility Lands
Non-basic lands that offer additional utility beyond just mana production.
Buried Ruin+38% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$0.40
War Room+33% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$3.68
Saprazzan Skerry+30% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$3.27
Remote Isle+28% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.23
Cephalid Coliseum+25% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.32
Halimar Depths+23% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.40
Minamo, School at Water's Edge+22% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$57.56
Lonely Sandbar+18% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.21
Cascading Cataracts+17% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$2.21
Academy Ruins+16% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$4.36
Cryptic Caves+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.24
Arch of Orazca+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.35
Bonders' Enclave+15% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.86
The Surgical Bay+15% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.23
Scavenger Grounds+9% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.31
Terrain Generator+9% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$2.19
Inventors' Fair+4% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$19.37
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx+1% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$44.22
Seat of the Synod0% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$1.04
Mystic Sanctuary-2% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$1.33
Otawara, Soaring City-8% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$27.71
Reliquary Tower-40% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$4.38
Mana Artifacts
Artifacts focused on mana acceleration and color fixing for consistent gameplay.
Energy Refractor+50% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$0.14
Sky Diamond+42% Synergy
in 67% of decks
$0.27
Arcane Signet+35% Synergy
in 100% of decks
$0.38
Gemstone Array+33% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$1.79
Basalt Monolith+23% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$4.75
Crystal Skull, Isu Spyglass+20% Synergy
in 25% of decks
$2.45
Thought Vessel+15% Synergy
in 67% of decks
$1.93
Patriar's Seal+14% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$4.06
Machine God's Effigy+14% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$6.69
Prismatic Lens+13% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.41
Mind Stone+11% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$0.29
Throne of Eldraine+7% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$29.44
Decanter of Endless Water+2% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$4.47
Everflowing Chalice0% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.32
Sol Ring-3% Synergy
in 83% of decks
$1.23
Fellwar Stone-4% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$11.99
Lands
The mana base foundation for Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Sword Coast Sailor decks, ensuring smooth and reliable mana development.
Maestros Theater+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.32
Obscura Storefront+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.30
Brokers Hideout+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.50
Hall of Tagsin+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.35
Demolition Field+12% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.39
The Mycosynth Gardens+10% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.37
Myriad Landscape-11% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.32
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Sword Coast Sailor Deck Stats
Based on 6 Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Sword Coast Sailor decks.
| Mana value | Cards |
|---|---|
| 0 | 1 |
| 1 | 11 |
| 2 | 21 |
| 3 | 16 |
| 4 | 9 |
| 5 | 2 |
| 6 | 1 |
| 7 | 1 |
98
cards
- Creature 14
- Instant 15
- Sorcery 7
- Artifact 22
- Enchantment 3
- Planeswalker 1
- Land 36
| Card type | Cards |
|---|---|
| Creature | 14 |
| Instant | 15 |
| Sorcery | 7 |
| Artifact | 22 |
| Enchantment | 3 |
| Planeswalker | 1 |
| Land | 36 |
Lands: 28 basic, 8 nonbasic
Similar Commanders
The following Commanders share a similar playing style, strategy, or theme like Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Sword Coast Sailor.
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Shameless Charlatan
The Ninth Doctor // Barbara Wright
Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh // Siani, Eye of the Storm
Renari, Merchant of Marvels // Sword Coast Sailor
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Faceless One
Francisco, Fowl Marauder // Siani, Eye of the Storm
The Ninth Doctor // Adric, Mathematical Genius
The Fifth Doctor // Adric, Mathematical Genius
Brinelin, the Moon Kraken // Rebbec, Architect of Ascension
The Fifteenth Doctor // Vislor Turlough
Dargo, the Shipwrecker // Kraum, Ludevic's Opus
Kraum, Ludevic's Opus // The Prismatic Piper
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Cultist of the Absolute
The Fifteenth Doctor // Ryan Sinclair
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Flaming Fist
Armix, Filigree Thrasher // Eligeth, Crossroads Augur
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Raised by Giants
The Eleventh Doctor // Martha Jones
Alora, Merry Thief // Clan Crafter
Gale, Waterdeep Prodigy // Agent of the Iron Throne
Dargo, the Shipwrecker // Glacian, Powerstone Engineer
Sarevok, Deathbringer // Sword Coast Sailor
The Fifth Doctor // K-9, Mark I
The Fifteenth Doctor // Tegan Jovanka
Alharu, Solemn Ritualist // Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator
The Fourth Doctor // Ryan Sinclair
The Third Doctor // Peri Brown
The Third Doctor // Vislor Turlough
Akiri, Line-Slinger // Esior, Wardwing Familiar
Akiri, Line-Slinger // Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker
Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist // Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Folk Hero
Volo, Itinerant Scholar // Shameless Charlatan
Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder // Esior, Wardwing Familiar
Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker // Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh // Silas Renn, Seeker Adept
The Eleventh Doctor // Yasmin Khan
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Master Chef
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Noble Heritage
Abdel Adrian, Gorion's Ward // Sword Coast SailorOther 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
Cultist of the Absolute
Scion of Halaster
Faceless One
Far Traveler
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
Popular Entertainer
Shameless Charlatan
Street Urchin
Sword Coast Sailor
Veteran Soldier