Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Raised by Giants (Commander) - Optimized

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Raised by Giants
Rank #1,846
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Nick Benstead
Dec 5, 2024
Bottom of the Barrel - Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher and Raised by Giants
Nick's debut article gives us some background into a unique Equipment commander you may have missed!
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Prophet of Distortion
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
99%synergy
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100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
98%synergy
Umbral Mantle
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
87%synergy
Magus of the Candelabra
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
86%synergy
Trophy Mage
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
84%synergy
Crab Umbra
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
77%synergy
Slagwurm Armor
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
66%synergy
Prismite
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
66%synergy
Cascading Cataracts
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
66%synergy
Shore Up
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
64%synergy
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Counterspell
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
28%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
44%synergy
Walking Ballista
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
63%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
41%synergy
Freed from the Real
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
51%synergy
Negate
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
30%synergy
Elvish Mystic
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Llanowar Elves
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
28%synergy
Stonework Packbeast
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
55%synergy
Planar Bridge
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
55%synergy
Game Changers
Seedborn Muse
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
29%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Thassa's Oracle
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Rhystic Study
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
0%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-4%synergy
Ancient Tomb
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Crop Rotation
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-2%synergy
Gifts Ungiven
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Glacial Chasm
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Mana Vault
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Creatures
Dimensional Infiltrator
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
55%synergy
Triskaidekaphile
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
54%synergy
Kiora's Follower
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
29%synergy
Tymora's Invoker
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
44%synergy
Murkfiend Liege
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
30%synergy
Gretchen Titchwillow
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
43%synergy
Birds of Paradise
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Third Path Savant
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
33%synergy
Vizier of Tumbling Sands
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Steel Hellkite
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Drift of Phantasms
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
31%synergy
Thrasios, Triton Hero
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
26%synergy
Kelpie Guide
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Spectral Sailor
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Shigeki, Jukai Visionary
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
30%synergy
Hydra Broodmaster
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
30%synergy
Fyndhorn Elves
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Disciple of Freyalise
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Fanatic of Rhonas
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Faerie Formation
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Magus of the Future
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Crossroads Candleguide
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Vedalken Aethermage
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Unctus, Grand Metatect
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Galvanic Alchemist
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
The Reality Chip
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Colossal Skyturtle
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Ioreth of the Healing House
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Tribute Mage
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Delighted Halfling
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Tatyova, Benthic Druid
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-20%synergy
Reclamation Sage
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-3%synergy
Selvala, Heart of the Wilds
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Dread Linnorm
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Beanstalk Giant
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Eternal Witness
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-10%synergy
Alexi, Zephyr Mage
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Saryth, the Viper's Fang
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Hypnotic Grifter
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Prodigal Sorcerer
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Clever Conjurer
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Ulvenwald Tracker
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Elvish Spirit Guide
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Fblthp, Lost on the Range
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Tolarian Kraken
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Aphetto Alchemist
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Colossus of Akros
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Vigean Graftmage
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Wren's Run Hydra
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Instants
Beast Within
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
-6%synergy
Muddle the Mixture
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
29%synergy
Snakeskin Veil
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
28%synergy
Growth Spiral
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
-11%synergy
Legolas's Quick Reflexes
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
31%synergy
Nature's Claim
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
23%synergy
Arcane Denial
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Planar Genesis
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
14%synergy
Sink into Stupor
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
14%synergy
Pongify
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-3%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-4%synergy
Dive Down
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Stubborn Denial
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Tyvar's Stand
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Dispel
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Reality Shift
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Return to Nature
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Slip Out the Back
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Swan Song
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Saw It Coming
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Misdirection
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Spell Pierce
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Dramatic Reversal
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Pact of Negation
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Mana Drain
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Magic Damper
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
16%synergy
High Stride
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Defend the Rider
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Overprotect
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Into the Flood Maw
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Veil of Summer
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Autumn's Veil
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Whir of Invention
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Frantic Search
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Thirst for Discovery
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Heroic Intervention
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-19%synergy
Glint
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Gaea's Gift
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Boon of Boseiju
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Savage Summoning
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Brainstorm
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-3%synergy
Khalni Ambush
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Spring // Mind
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Krosan Grip
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Aetherize
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Foil
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Turn Aside
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Tale's End
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Spell Rupture
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Force of Will
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
1%synergy
Sorceries
Fabricate
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
49%synergy
Nature's Lore
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
14%synergy
Rampant Growth
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
-7%synergy
Cultivate
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
-14%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
23%synergy
Ponder
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Kodama's Reach
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-14%synergy
Curse of the Swine
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Dryad's Revival
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Explore
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Step Through
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Nature's Rhythm
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
8%synergy
Stock Up
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Malevolent Rumble
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Traverse the Outlands
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Eldritch Evolution
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Three Visits
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-12%synergy
Threats Undetected
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Farseek
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-13%synergy
Increasing Savagery
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Lórien Revealed
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Turntimber Symbiosis
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Neoform
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Reshape
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Rishkar's Expertise
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Pick Your Poison
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Stream of Life
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Deep Reconnaissance
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Deep Analysis
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Path to the Festival
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Spinning Wheel Kick
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Preordain
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Alrund's Epiphany
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Diviner's Wand
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
55%synergy
Sword of the Paruns
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
55%synergy
Colossus Hammer
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
33%synergy
Sting, the Glinting Dagger
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
33%synergy
Moonsilver Key
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Thousand-Year Elixir
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Tower of Fortunes
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
The Enigma Jewel
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Lightning Greaves
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
0%synergy
Vivien's Arkbow
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Leyline Axe
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Sorcerer's Wand
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Manifold Key
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Mirror Shield
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Citanul Flute
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Bronze Cudgels
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Transmogrifying Wand
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Magewright's Stone
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Entrancing Lyre
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Retrofitter Foundry
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Karn's Sylex
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Rod of Absorption
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Folio of Fancies
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Winged Boots
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Mask of the Jadecrafter
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Sands of Delirium
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Enchantments
Singing Bell Strike
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
55%synergy
Thassa's Ire
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
55%synergy
Helix Pinnacle
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
43%synergy
Ringing Strike Mastery
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
43%synergy
Colossification
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Pemmin's Aura
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
30%synergy
Soothsaying
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Wild Growth
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Mystic Remora
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
7%synergy
One with the Multiverse
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Indomitable Might
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Leyline of Abundance
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Verity Circle
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Unbound Flourishing
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Simic Ascendancy
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-2%synergy
Instill Energy
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Sylvan Library
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Mana Reflection
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Witness Protection
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Eaten by Piranhas
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Security Bypass
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
War Tax
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Planeswalkers
Kiora, Behemoth Beckoner
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Tezzeret the Seeker
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Oko, Thief of Crowns
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Utility Lands
Treasure Vault
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
40%synergy
Rogue's Passage
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
23%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Mosswort Bridge
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Slippery Karst
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Dark Depths
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Thespian's Stage
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Boseiju, Who Endures
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
0%synergy
Havenwood Battleground
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Underdark Rift
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Lair of the Hydra
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Hidden Nursery
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Hickory Woodlot
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Remote Isle
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Hall of the Bandit Lord
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Buried Ruin
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Tyrite Sanctum
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Blast Zone
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Arch of Orazca
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Tolaria West
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Urza's Saga
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Svyelunite Temple
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
War Room
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Lonely Sandbar
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Geier Reach Sanitarium
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Sequestered Stash
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Crawling Barrens
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Saprazzan Skerry
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-8%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-11%synergy
Hidden Cataract
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Reliquary Tower
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-39%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Arcane Signet
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
26%synergy
Urn of Godfire
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
89%synergy
Energy Refractor
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
77%synergy
Patriar's Seal
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
55%synergy
Simic Signet
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Talisman of Curiosity
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Thought Vessel
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Gemstone Array
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
33%synergy
Basalt Monolith
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Wizard's Rockets
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Fellwar Stone
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Unstable Obelisk
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Lotus Petal
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
4%synergy
The Mana Rig
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Midnight Clock
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Chrome Mox
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Mox Diamond
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Forest
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Island
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Yavimaya Coast
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
25%synergy
Breeding Pool
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Vineglimmer Snarl
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Temple of Mystery
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Rejuvenating Springs
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Flooded Grove
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Hinterland Harbor
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
-4%synergy
Exotic Orchard
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Willowrush Verge
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Simic Growth Chamber
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
-15%synergy
Misty Rainforest
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Myriad Landscape
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Barkchannel Pathway
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Dreamroot Cascade
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
-8%synergy
Hedge Maze
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
14%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
23%synergy
Disciple of Freyalise
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Sink into Stupor
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
14%synergy
Blighted Woodland
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Tangled Islet
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Waterlogged Grove
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Quandrix Campus
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Windswept Heath
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
1%synergy
Overflowing Basin
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-8%synergy
Wooded Foothills
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Khalni Ambush
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Turntimber Symbiosis
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Scalding Tarn
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
1%synergy
Polluted Delta
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
1%synergy
Tropical Island
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-3%synergy
Opal Palace
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Thornwood Falls
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-7%synergy
Flooded Strand
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
0%synergy