Hakbal of the Surging Soul (Commander) - Expensive Core Merfolk

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Feb 10, 2026
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Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Vodalian Hexcatcher
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
93%synergy
Nicanzil, Current Conductor
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
92%synergy
Svyelun of Sea and Sky
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
91%synergy
Inspiring Call
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
87%synergy
Herald of Secret Streams
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
86%synergy
Lord of Atlantis
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
83%synergy
Raise the Palisade
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
83%synergy
Mist Dancer
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
82%synergy
Zegana, Utopian Speaker
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
81%synergy
Stonybrook Banneret
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
80%synergy
Top Cards
Kopala, Warden of Waves
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
80%synergy
Wave Goodbye
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
78%synergy
Heroic Intervention
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
58%synergy
Ripples of Potential
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
79%synergy
Emperor Mihail II
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
80%synergy
Master of the Pearl Trident
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
78%synergy
Hardened Scales
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
74%synergy
Kindred Discovery
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
68%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
52%synergy
Merfolk Sovereign
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
69%synergy
Game Changers
Rhystic Study
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-10%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-5%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-14%synergy
Worldly Tutor
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-4%synergy
Creatures
Merrow Reejerey
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
69%synergy
Singer of Swift Rivers
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
70%synergy
Cold-Eyed Selkie
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
66%synergy
Topography Tracker
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
60%synergy
Tatyova, Benthic Druid
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
36%synergy
Deeproot Elite
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
59%synergy
Benthic Biomancer
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
61%synergy
Kumena, Tyrant of Orazca
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
60%synergy
Seafloor Oracle
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
59%synergy
Roaming Throne
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
48%synergy
Realmwalker
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
48%synergy
Merfolk Mistbinder
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
49%synergy
Thieving Skydiver
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
48%synergy
Tributary Instructor
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
40%synergy
Metallic Mimic
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
39%synergy
Kiora's Follower
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
30%synergy
Tishana's Tidebinder
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
39%synergy
Prime Speaker Zegana
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
34%synergy
Deeproot Historian
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
39%synergy
Merfolk Skydiver
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
39%synergy
Thada Adel, Acquisitor
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
43%synergy
Tishana, Voice of Thunder
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
28%synergy
Seahunter
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
31%synergy
Mist-Cloaked Herald
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
31%synergy
Evolution Sage
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
23%synergy
Tide Shaper
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
31%synergy
Wildgrowth Walker
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
31%synergy
Sea Scryer
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
33%synergy
Summon: Leviathan
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
21%synergy
Jadelight Spelunker
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Wonder
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Merfolk Cave-Diver
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Mindspring Merfolk
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Thrasios, Triton Hero
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Murkfiend Liege
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Merfolk Looter
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Triton Shorestalker
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Harbinger of the Seas
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Danny Pink
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Silvergill Adept
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Kodama of the West Tree
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Sage of Fables
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Titan of Littjara
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Brawn
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Omo, Queen of Vesuva
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Merrow Harbinger
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Deepfathom Echo
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Coralhelm Commander
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Adrix and Nev, Twincasters
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Masked Vandal
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Instants
Counterspell
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
28%synergy
Beast Within
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Pongify
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Growth Spiral
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
-12%synergy
Aetherize
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
21%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Mutational Advantage
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Stubborn Denial
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Flare of Denial
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Mana Drain
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Swan Song
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Negate
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-15%synergy
Bioshift
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Krosan Grip
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Repulsive Mutation
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Reality Shift
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-4%synergy
Entish Restoration
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Delay
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Quandrix Command
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Cryptic Command
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Moment's Peace
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Sink into Stupor
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Collective Resistance
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Mana Leak
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Simic Charm
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Abjure
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
March of Swirling Mist
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Double Major
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Sorceries
Kodama's Reach
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Three Visits
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Farseek
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Nature's Lore
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Curse of the Swine
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Cultivate
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-25%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Ravenform
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Road of Return
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Quantum Misalignment
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Into the North
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Triumph of the Hordes
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Neoform
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Rampant Growth
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-30%synergy
Bridgeworks Battle
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Irenicus's Vile Duplication
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Explore
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-9%synergy
Nanogene Conversion
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Aquitect's Will
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Overwhelming Stampede
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Analyze the Pollen
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Utility Artifacts
The Ozolith
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
38%synergy
Ozolith, the Shattered Spire
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
38%synergy
Lightning Greaves
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
13%synergy
The Great Henge
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Quicksilver Fountain
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Helm of the Host
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Maskwood Nexus
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Door of Destinies
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Winged Boots
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Herald's Horn
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Agatha's Soul Cauldron
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-14%synergy
Sapphire Medallion
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Enchantments
Deeproot Pilgrimage
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
70%synergy
Deeproot Waters
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
69%synergy
Branching Evolution
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
55%synergy
Merrow Commerce
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
62%synergy
Sphere Grid
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
54%synergy
Exploration
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
31%synergy
Terrasymbiosis
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
38%synergy
Simic Ascendancy
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Burgeoning
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
26%synergy
Arcane Adaptation
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Guardian Project
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Path of Discovery
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Tribute to the World Tree
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Mystic Remora
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Hadana's Climb
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Reflections of Littjara
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
14%synergy
Growing Rites of Itlimoc
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Bred for the Hunt
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Bioengineered Future
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Loading Zone
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Utopia Sprawl
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Doubling Season
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
1%synergy
Court of Garenbrig
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Retreat to Kazandu
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Steely Resolve
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Twists and Turns
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Mirri's Guile
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Sylvan Library
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Spreading Seas
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Leyline of Transformation
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Mirror Room // Fractured Realm
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Sea's Claim
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
28%synergy
Karn's Bastion
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
44%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
23%synergy
Boseiju, Who Endures
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
23%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
26%synergy
Alchemist's Refuge
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Three Tree City
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
28%synergy
Rogue's Passage
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Mistrise Village
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
14%synergy
Mosswort Bridge
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Novijen, Heart of Progress
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Castle Vantress
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Evendo, Waking Haven
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
9%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Hidden Nursery
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Tyrite Sanctum
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Soldevi Excavations
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Mutavault
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
War Room
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Command Beacon
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Hidden Cataract
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Llanowar Reborn
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Cephalid Coliseum
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Nesting Grounds
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Arcane Signet
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Simic Signet
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Talisman of Curiosity
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
0%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Breeding Pool
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
43%synergy
Island
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
-7%synergy
Forest
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
-6%synergy
Path of Ancestry
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
72%synergy
Hinterland Harbor
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
29%synergy
Rejuvenating Springs
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
35%synergy
Dreamroot Cascade
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
35%synergy
Yavimaya Coast
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
14%synergy
Secluded Courtyard
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
59%synergy
Cavern of Souls
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
61%synergy
Simic Growth Chamber
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Misty Rainforest
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
25%synergy
Barkchannel Pathway
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
35%synergy
Flooded Grove
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
14%synergy
Unclaimed Territory
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
37%synergy
Waterlogged Grove
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Temple of Mystery
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
-5%synergy
Hedge Maze
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
14%synergy
Fabled Passage
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Vineglimmer Snarl
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-17%synergy
Overflowing Basin
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Exotic Orchard
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-13%synergy
Windswept Heath
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
1%synergy
Snow-Covered Island
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Snow-Covered Forest
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Tropical Island
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-3%synergy
Botanical Sanctum
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-2%synergy
Demolition Field
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Bridgeworks Battle
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Evolving Wilds
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-14%synergy
Sink into Stupor
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Willowrush Verge
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-6%synergy
Abstergo Entertainment
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Flooded Strand
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
0%synergy