Volo’s Creature Chronicles
Volo, Guide to Monsters offers a unique twist on creature synergy that invites creativity and cunning to the battlefield. As a Legendary Human Wizard, Volo thrives when you summon creatures that break the mold, enabling you to double the impact of those unique summons by copying spells for creatures without shared types on your battlefield or graveyard. This ability incentivizes diverse tribal builds or decks focused on graveyard recursion—perfectly meshing with cards like Yarok, the Desecrated or Deadeye Tracker for maximum value.
This three-mana investment demands strategic timing and thoughtful deck construction. Volo’s moderate stats complement its utility, making it a solid commander or a powerful inclusion in casual and competitive play alike. The card encourages exploring the rich tapestry of creatures across the Forgotten Realms, rewarding players who embrace variety and card synergy rather than mono-tribal conformity.
Card Details:
- Mana Cost: {2}{G}{U}
- Card Type: Legendary Creature
- Subtypes: Human Wizard
- Card Text: Whenever you cast a creature spell that doesn’t share a creature type with a creature you control or a creature card in your graveyard, copy that spell. (A copy of a creature spell becomes a token.)
- Power / Toughness: 3/2