Haldan, Avid Arcanist // Pako, Arcane Retriever (Commander) - Optimized Extra Combats

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Owain Roberts
Aug 29, 2025
The Dog Commanders of Magic
With the recent International Dog Day, let's look at some of Magic's most powerful puppers. They deserve it.
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Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Wan Shi Tong, Librarian
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Winged Boots
71%inclusion25 decks35 decks
69%synergy
Seize the Day
66%inclusion23 decks35 decks
63%synergy
Bear Umbra
63%inclusion22 decks35 decks
59%synergy
Aqueous Form
63%inclusion22 decks35 decks
59%synergy
Time Warp
60%inclusion21 decks35 decks
57%synergy
Exploration
66%inclusion23 decks35 decks
55%synergy
Aggravated Assault
57%inclusion20 decks35 decks
54%synergy
Sylvan Library
60%inclusion21 decks35 decks
52%synergy
Noxious Revival
63%inclusion22 decks35 decks
52%synergy
Mana Drain
63%inclusion22 decks35 decks
50%synergy
Top Cards
Nature's Lore
77%inclusion27 decks35 decks
42%synergy
Three Visits
60%inclusion21 decks35 decks
33%synergy
Farseek
60%inclusion21 decks35 decks
13%synergy
Mystic Remora
60%inclusion21 decks35 decks
47%synergy
Deflecting Swat
60%inclusion21 decks35 decks
42%synergy
Counterspell
60%inclusion21 decks35 decks
28%synergy
Swan Song
54%inclusion19 decks35 decks
41%synergy
Brainstorm
51%inclusion18 decks35 decks
36%synergy
Blasphemous Act
51%inclusion18 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
51%inclusion18 decks35 decks
26%synergy
Game Changers
Fierce Guardianship
80%inclusion28 decks35 decks
62%synergy
Mystical Tutor
69%inclusion24 decks35 decks
57%synergy
Rhystic Study
66%inclusion23 decks35 decks
46%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
60%inclusion21 decks35 decks
37%synergy
Jeska's Will
51%inclusion18 decks35 decks
33%synergy
Ancient Tomb
43%inclusion15 decks35 decks
32%synergy
Mana Vault
43%inclusion15 decks35 decks
35%synergy
Crop Rotation
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
23%synergy
Force of Will
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
26%synergy
Chrome Mox
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
26%synergy
Creatures
Birds of Paradise
51%inclusion18 decks35 decks
17%synergy
Moraug, Fury of Akoum
46%inclusion16 decks35 decks
42%synergy
Delighted Halfling
43%inclusion15 decks35 decks
27%synergy
Doc Aurlock, Grizzled Genius
40%inclusion14 decks35 decks
32%synergy
Azusa, Lost but Seeking
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
16%synergy
Faldorn, Dread Wolf Herald
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
19%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
24%synergy
Tinder Wall
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
21%synergy
Llanowar Elves
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Mina and Denn, Wildborn
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Etali, Primal Storm
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Seedborn Muse
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
12%synergy
Dryad of the Ilysian Grove
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
12%synergy
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
16%synergy
Combat Celebrant
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
16%synergy
Wulfgar of Icewind Dale
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
16%synergy
Fyndhorn Elves
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Herald of Secret Streams
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Orcish Lumberjack
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
13%synergy
Simian Spirit Guide
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Arbor Elf
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Akki Battle Squad
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Elvish Spirit Guide
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Fanatic of Rhonas
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
2%synergy
Goblin Anarchomancer
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
0%synergy
Tatyova, Benthic Druid
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
0%synergy
Roaming Throne
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
-1%synergy
Elvish Mystic
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
-3%synergy
Nalfeshnee
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Sakura-Tribe Elder
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
-4%synergy
Rashmi, Eternities Crafter
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
1%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Scourge of the Throne
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-2%synergy
Bloom Tender
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-4%synergy
Keeper of Secrets
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
2%synergy
Eternal Witness
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-11%synergy
Consecrated Sphinx
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
1%synergy
Questing Druid
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Ilysian Caryatid
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
2%synergy
Oracle of Mul Daya
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
0%synergy
Wood Elves
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Joraga Treespeaker
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Wild-Magic Sorcerer
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
0%synergy
Tireless Provisioner
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-5%synergy
Savvy Trader
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Endurance
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Bria, Riptide Rogue
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Old Gnawbone
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-4%synergy
Savage Ventmaw
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-3%synergy
Instants
Beast Within
49%inclusion17 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Memory Lapse
49%inclusion17 decks35 decks
46%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
46%inclusion16 decks35 decks
27%synergy
Stubborn Denial
43%inclusion15 decks35 decks
36%synergy
Veil of Summer
40%inclusion14 decks35 decks
33%synergy
Chaos Warp
40%inclusion14 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Heroic Intervention
40%inclusion14 decks35 decks
13%synergy
Temur Battle Rage
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
27%synergy
Legolas's Quick Reflexes
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
29%synergy
Nature's Claim
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
24%synergy
Reclaim
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
29%synergy
Delayed Blast Fireball
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
27%synergy
Force of Negation
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
25%synergy
Slip Out the Back
29%inclusion10 decks35 decks
24%synergy
Tamiyo's Safekeeping
29%inclusion10 decks35 decks
22%synergy
Negate
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Growth Spiral
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
0%synergy
Flusterstorm
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Gaea's Gift
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Submerge
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
22%synergy
Pongify
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Decisive Denial
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
15%synergy
Mindbreak Trap
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
15%synergy
You Come to a River
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
19%synergy
Expel from Orazca
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Sink into Stupor
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
13%synergy
Mental Misstep
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
12%synergy
Force of Vigor
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
15%synergy
Savage Beating
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
16%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
14%synergy
Misdirection
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
16%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Tyvar's Stand
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Nexus of Fate
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
12%synergy
Harrow
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
2%synergy
Delay
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
13%synergy
Great Train Heist
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Hunter's Insight
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Pact of Negation
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
-1%synergy
Muddle the Mixture
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Krosan Grip
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Dispel
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Reality Shift
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
-1%synergy
Strix Serenade
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Resculpt
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Collective Resistance
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Hinder
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Pyroblast
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Auroral Procession
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Sorceries
Temporal Manipulation
46%inclusion16 decks35 decks
44%synergy
Capture of Jingzhou
46%inclusion16 decks35 decks
44%synergy
Relentless Assault
43%inclusion15 decks35 decks
41%synergy
Explore
40%inclusion14 decks35 decks
25%synergy
Rampant Growth
37%inclusion13 decks35 decks
2%synergy
Personal Tutor
37%inclusion13 decks35 decks
36%synergy
Cultivate
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
-13%synergy
Overpowering Attack
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
29%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
26%synergy
Kodama's Reach
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
-7%synergy
Seasons Past
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
25%synergy
Regrowth
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
21%synergy
Temporal Spring
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
22%synergy
Gamble
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
15%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
15%synergy
Full Throttle
21%inclusion7 decks34 decks
18%synergy
Ponder
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
11%synergy
World at War
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
19%synergy
Sundering Eruption
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Summer Bloom
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
16%synergy
Solve the Equation
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
14%synergy
Temporal Mastery
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
13%synergy
Rite of Flame
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Rishkar's Expertise
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Vandalblast
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Karn's Temporal Sundering
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Irenicus's Vile Duplication
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Preordain
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Walk the Aeons
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Consuming Tide
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Enter the Enigma
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Bridgeworks Battle
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
5%synergy
See the Truth
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Brotherhood's End
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Last Night Together
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Slip Through Space
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Past in Flames
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Season of Gathering
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Rolling Earthquake
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Enter the Unknown
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Time Stretch
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Alrund's Epiphany
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Artful Dodge
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Urban Evolution
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Fury of the Horde
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Open the Way
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
2%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Sword of Feast and Famine
37%inclusion13 decks35 decks
35%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
29%synergy
The One Ring
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
23%synergy
Lightning Greaves
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
30%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
21%synergy
Shadowspear
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
20%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
15%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Isochron Scepter
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
9%synergy
The Earth Crystal
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
7%synergy
Mithril Coat
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Scroll Rack
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Lantern of Insight
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Exploration Broodship
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
4%synergy
The Ozolith
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-1%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Helm of the Host
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Torpor Orb
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Strionic Resonator
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Imposter Mech
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
The Fire Crystal
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
3%synergy
Genji Glove
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Wild Growth
49%inclusion17 decks35 decks
38%synergy
Utopia Sprawl
37%inclusion13 decks35 decks
30%synergy
Terrasymbiosis
35%inclusion6 decks17 decks
32%synergy
Passionate Archaeologist
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
29%synergy
Carpet of Flowers
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
21%synergy
Wilderness Reclamation
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
20%synergy
Underworld Breach
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Mirri's Guile
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
17%synergy
The Lost and the Damned
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Counterbalance
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Fertile Ground
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Super State
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
11%synergy
Shadow of the Goblin
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Fortune Teller's Talent
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Case of the Locked Hothouse
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Hydra's Growth
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Canopy Cover
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Sword Coast Sailor
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Leyline of Anticipation
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Protective Bubble
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Branching Evolution
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
0%synergy
Garruk's Uprising
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-21%synergy
Swarm Intelligence
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Font of Magic
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Rancor
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Hardened Scales
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-6%synergy
Amphibian Downpour
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Kenrith's Transformation
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Guild Artisan
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Rhythm of the Wild
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-15%synergy
Fae Flight
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Druid Class
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Temur Ascendancy
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-22%synergy
Planeswalkers
Oko, Thief of Crowns
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Narset, Parter of Veils
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
60%inclusion21 decks35 decks
44%synergy
Kessig Wolf Run
51%inclusion18 decks35 decks
37%synergy
Boseiju, Who Endures
43%inclusion15 decks35 decks
22%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
43%inclusion15 decks35 decks
26%synergy
Mistrise Village
36%inclusion10 decks28 decks
19%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
29%inclusion10 decks35 decks
23%synergy
Urza's Saga
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
20%synergy
Command Beacon
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
19%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Homeward Path
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
19%synergy
Alchemist's Refuge
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
12%synergy
Halimar Depths
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
15%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Shifting Woodland
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Field of the Dead
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Reliquary Tower
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
-19%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Emergence Zone
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Temple of the False God
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
-1%synergy
Multiversal Passage
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
6%synergy
Wasteland
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Gaea's Cradle
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-1%synergy
Skarrg, the Rage Pits
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Strip Mine
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
100%inclusion35 decks35 decks
17%synergy
Arcane Signet
97%inclusion34 decks35 decks
24%synergy
Fellwar Stone
51%inclusion18 decks35 decks
34%synergy
Talisman of Curiosity
46%inclusion16 decks35 decks
30%synergy
Talisman of Impulse
37%inclusion13 decks35 decks
23%synergy
Lotus Petal
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
24%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
15%synergy
Mox Diamond
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
14%synergy
Grim Monolith
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Simic Signet
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
-3%synergy
Mox Amber
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
1%synergy
Mox Opal
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Herd Heirloom
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
-1%synergy
Izzet Signet
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-5%synergy
Thought Vessel
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-5%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
97%inclusion34 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Island
86%inclusion30 decks35 decks
-9%synergy
Forest
83%inclusion29 decks35 decks
-12%synergy
Stomping Ground
80%inclusion28 decks35 decks
34%synergy
Mountain
80%inclusion28 decks35 decks
-12%synergy
Breeding Pool
77%inclusion27 decks35 decks
30%synergy
Steam Vents
74%inclusion26 decks35 decks
31%synergy
Ketria Triome
71%inclusion25 decks35 decks
30%synergy
Wooded Foothills
66%inclusion23 decks35 decks
32%synergy
Rejuvenating Springs
63%inclusion22 decks35 decks
28%synergy
Misty Rainforest
60%inclusion21 decks35 decks
27%synergy
Exotic Orchard
60%inclusion21 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Scalding Tarn
57%inclusion20 decks35 decks
25%synergy
Training Center
54%inclusion19 decks35 decks
24%synergy
Spire Garden
51%inclusion18 decks35 decks
22%synergy
Sulfur Falls
40%inclusion14 decks35 decks
2%synergy
Cinder Glade
37%inclusion13 decks35 decks
-4%synergy
Hinterland Harbor
37%inclusion13 decks35 decks
-3%synergy
Shivan Reef
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Rockfall Vale
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Taiga
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
20%synergy
Yavimaya Coast
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
0%synergy
Rootbound Crag
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
-2%synergy
Tropical Island
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
17%synergy
Arid Mesa
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
23%synergy
Volcanic Island
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
17%synergy
Polluted Delta
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
21%synergy
Flooded Strand
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
20%synergy
Dreamroot Cascade
29%inclusion10 decks35 decks
1%synergy
City of Brass
29%inclusion10 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Windswept Heath
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
14%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
15%synergy
Waterlogged Grove
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
19%synergy
Karplusan Forest
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
1%synergy
Mana Confluence
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
15%synergy
Frontier Bivouac
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
-26%synergy
Fiery Islet
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
17%synergy
Fabled Passage
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
2%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
15%synergy
Gruul Turf
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Sink into Stupor
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
13%synergy
Sundering Eruption
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Hedge Maze
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Temple of Mystery
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
-3%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Flooded Grove
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Temple of Abandon
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
-5%synergy
Cragcrown Pathway
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Willowrush Verge
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
4%synergy