Hakbal, Tidewise Scout
Hakbal of the Surging Soul is an efficient commander for a Merfolk tribal deck that wants steady card advantage while developing lands. The beginning of combat trigger turns each Merfolk into a value generator that can trade up or grow your board. The attack trigger gives you a choice that suits different game states. Put a land onto the battlefield when you need tempo. Draw a card when you need options.
Play Hakbal when you want a consistent midrange plan that leverages both creatures and mana base. The card rewards tight sequencing and play patterns that let you exploit exploration results. In a multiplayer shell Hakbal smooths draws and accelerates land drops while still keeping pressure on opponents as a 3 3 attacker.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost – {2}{U}{G}
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Card Type – Legendary Creature
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Subtypes – Merfolk Scout
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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.
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Power / Toughness – 3/3