Hakbal of the Surging Soul (Showcase) (Commander: The Lost Caverns of Ixalan) Light Play Foil

Hakbal of the Surging Soul — Tidecaller Commander

Hakbal of the Surging Soul is a practical Merfolk commander that rewards sea traffic and steady land drops. Its static effect pushes every Merfolk you control to explore at the start of combat on your turn which trades tempo for resource selection. On offense Hakbal doubles as a land tutor in hand or a replacement draw, so it fits into builds that want reliable mana sequencing without sacrificing card advantage.

The artwork and showcase frame highlight Hakbal as a tactical scout rather than a flashy finisher which matches the Lost Caverns of Ixalan design. In ledgers and testing this card smooths your curve and helps assembly of battle lines. Use it in a tempo shell that values exploration triggers, land access and incremental advantage in multiplayer or tight one on one games.

Card Details:

• Mana Cost – {2}{U}{G}
• Card Type – Legendary Creature
• Subtypes – Merfolk Scout
• Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) – At the beginning of combat on your turn, each Merfolk creature you control explores. Whenever Hakbal of the Surging Soul attacks, you may put a land card from your hand onto the battlefield. If you don’t, draw a card.
• Power / Toughness – 3/3