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Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher is a uncommon Legendary Creature — Human Wizard from CLB (CLB) costing {3}{U}. Current price: $0.08 USD. Legal in Commander.

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher MTG card

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher

Legendary Creature — Human Wizard

Card Text

Vigilance {T}: Add an amount of {C} equal to Vhal's toughness. This mana can't be spent to cast spells from your hand. Choose a Background (You can have a Background as a second commander.)

Card Stats

2/3 uncommon CMC: 4.0 CLB CLB 🎨 David Gaillet
Choose a background Vigilance

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Market Prices

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$0.08
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$0.12
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$0.35
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$0.49
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€0.13
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€0.13
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Prices updated: 2025-12-16

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher? Basics

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher is a Legendary Creature — Human Wizard card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Vigilance {T}: Add an amount of {C} equal to Vhal's toughness. This mana can't be spent to cast spells from your hand. Choose a Background (You can have a Background as a second commander.)"

How much mana does Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher cost to cast? Basics

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher has a mana cost of {3}{U}, which equals 4.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires U mana to cast.

What does mana cost mean in Magic: The Gathering? Basics

Mana cost is the amount and type of mana required to cast a spell in Magic: The Gathering.

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher's mana cost of {3}{U} means you need to pay that much mana from your lands or other sources.

Colored symbols (W=White, U=Blue, B=Black, R=Red, G=Green) must be paid with that specific color, while numbers can be paid with any color.

What is converted mana cost (CMC) or mana value? Basics

Converted mana cost (now officially called "mana value") is the total amount of mana in a card's mana cost, regardless of color.

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher has a mana value of 4.0. This is important for effects that care about a spell's total cost, like cascade or cards that say "mana value 3 or less."

What is oracle text? Basics

Oracle text is the official, current rules text for a Magic card as maintained by Wizards of the Coast. It supersedes any printed text on older cards.

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher's current oracle text is: "Vigilance {T}: Add an amount of {C} equal to Vhal's toughness. This mana can't be spent to cast spells from your hand. Choose a Background (You can have a Background as a second commander.)"

What is the current price of Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher? Pricing

The current market price for Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher is approximately $0.08 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.12 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.13 EUR.

Where can I buy Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher? Pricing

You can purchase Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher from major MTG retailers including:

Prices vary by condition and printing. Check multiple sellers to find the best price.

What is the difference between normal and foil cards? Pricing

Foil cards have a shiny, holographic finish that makes them more collectible. They are functionally identical to normal cards but typically cost more due to their rarity and visual appeal.

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher normal: $0.08 | foil: $0.12

Is Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher in Standard is not available.

Standard is a rotating format that only allows cards from the most recent sets.

Is Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher legal in Modern? Legality

Format legality information for Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher in Modern is not available.

Modern includes all cards printed in a standard-legal set from 8th Edition forward.

Is Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher is Legal in Commander (EDH) format.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher in Pioneer is not available.

Pioneer is a non-rotating format that includes all standard-legal sets from Return to Ravnica forward.

Is Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher legal in Legacy? Legality

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher is Legal in Legacy format.

Legacy allows almost all cards ever printed, with a substantial ban list for balance.

Is Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher legal in Vintage? Legality

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher is Legal in Vintage format.

Vintage is the most permissive format, allowing almost all cards with only a minimal ban list. Some powerful cards are "Restricted" (limited to 1 copy).

Is Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher in Pauper is not available.

Pauper only allows cards that have been printed at common rarity in a paper or online set.

What is format legality in MTG? Legality

Format legality indicates which official MTG formats allow a card to be played:

  • Legal: Card is allowed in the format
  • Banned: Card is prohibited from play
  • Restricted: Limited to 1 copy (Vintage only)
  • Not Legal: Card was never part of that format's card pool

Different formats have different banned lists based on power level and game balance.

What set is Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher from? Details

This printing of Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher is from CLB (CLB), with collector number 102.

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher's rarity? Details

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher is a uncommon card in CLB.

Card rarity affects both availability and price. From rarest to most common: Mythic Rare → Rare → Uncommon → Common.

Who illustrated Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher? Details

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher was illustrated by David Gaillet.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

What is Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher's power and toughness? Details

Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher is a 2/3 creature.

Power (2) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (3) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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