Hakbal of the Surging Soul is a Mythic Rare Legendary Merfolk Scout from the Commander subset of Magic: The Gathering's 2023 The Lost Caverns of Ixalan expansion.
2023 • Magic: The Gathering • The Lost Caverns of Ixalan • Commander
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Hakbal of the Surging Soul is a Mythic Rare Legendary Merfolk Scout found in the Commander subset of Magic: The Gathering's 2023 The Lost Caverns of Ixalan expansion. Designed by Tyler Walpole, this card represents a powerful addition to any Merfolk tribal strategy, offering consistent value through its unique abilities. The card features a mana cost of {2}{G}{U} and a mana value of 4, fitting seamlessly into green-blue decks that prioritize creature synergy and land acceleration. The card's rules text centers on the exploring mechanic, which triggers at the beginning of combat on your turn. Each Merfolk creature you control explores, revealing the top card of your library. If the revealed card is a land, it goes directly into your hand; otherwise, the exploring creature receives a +1/+1 counter, and the card is placed back on top of your library or into your graveyard. This ability creates a steady stream of resources and growing threats, making Hakbal an excellent engine for Merfolk decks. Additionally, whenever Hakbal attacks, you have the option to put a land card from your hand onto the battlefield. If you choose not to, you draw a card, providing flexibility to adapt to your current game state. In the broader context of Magic: The Gathering collecting, this card is a sought-after piece for enthusiasts of the Commander format. Its status as a Mythic Rare within the Commander subset highlights its importance in competitive and casual play alike. Collectors often seek out specific cards like Hakbal to complete their sets or to build unique decks that leverage its synergistic abilities. The card's design and mechanics reflect the intricate world-building and strategic depth that Magic: The Gathering is known for, making it a valuable addition to any collection. For investors and hobbyists, cards from The Lost Caverns of Ixalan continue to hold interest due to their innovative mechanics and strong community support. Hakbal of the Surging Soul stands out as a key component for those looking to explore Merfolk tribal strategies or simply appreciate the artistry and complexity of Magic: The Gathering's creature designs.
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The core identity of the card within the set.
Year
2023
Brand
Magic: The Gathering
Series
The Lost Caverns of Ixalan
Subset
Commander
Subset Type
Subset
Card Number
#29
The subject, team, league, and sport context tied to this card.
Featured
Hakbal of the Surging Soul
Game
Magic: The Gathering
Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.
Mythic Rare
Tyler Walpole
Card Stock
English
{2}{G}{U}
Legendary Creature — Merfolk Scout
3 / 3
G, U
Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.
At the beginning of combat on your turn, each Merfolk creature you control explores. (Reveal the top card of your library. Put that card into your hand if it's a land. Otherwise, put a +1/+1 counter on the exploring creature, then put the card back or put it into your graveyard.) Whenever Hakbal attacks, you may put a land card from your hand onto the battlefield. If you don't, draw a card.
