Karlov of the Ghost Council (Commander) - Expensive Upgraded Lifegain

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Cooper Gottfried
Jan 12, 2026
The Top 40 Two-Mana Commanders
In this latest Top 40 list, Cooper dives into the most popular commanders on EDHREC that you can play for just two mana.
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Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Bitterbloom Bearer
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Auriok Champion
92%inclusion12 decks13 decks
89%synergy
Soul's Attendant
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
87%synergy
Soul Warden
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
82%synergy
Daxos, Blessed by the Sun
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
78%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
92%inclusion12 decks13 decks
77%synergy
Archangel of Thune
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
65%synergy
Guide of Souls
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
65%synergy
Haliya, Guided by Light
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
59%synergy
Sunscorch Regent
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
57%synergy
Heliod, Sun-Crowned
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
56%synergy
Top Cards
Esper Sentinel
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
51%synergy
Vito, Thorn of the Dusk Rose
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
47%synergy
Toxic Deluge
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
52%synergy
Suture Priest
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
55%synergy
Serra Ascendant
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
55%synergy
Elas il-Kor, Sadistic Pilgrim
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
27%synergy
Kambal, Consul of Allocation
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
47%synergy
Aetherflux Reservoir
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
53%synergy
Mother of Runes
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
52%synergy
Exemplar of Light
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
54%synergy
Game Changers
Necropotence
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
48%synergy
Teferi's Protection
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Smothering Tithe
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
16%synergy
Bolas's Citadel
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
17%synergy
The One Ring
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
24%synergy
Demonic Tutor
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Ancient Tomb
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
9%synergy
Orcish Bowmasters
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Opposition Agent
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Farewell
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-5%synergy
Creatures
Enduring Tenacity
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
42%synergy
Sorin of House Markov
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
49%synergy
Hinterland Sanctifier
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
51%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
38%synergy
Blood Artist
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
15%synergy
The Gaffer
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
43%synergy
Ocelot Pride
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
42%synergy
Leonin Elder
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
45%synergy
Bloodthirsty Conqueror
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
37%synergy
Lunarch Veteran
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
35%synergy
Sheoldred, the Apocalypse
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
32%synergy
Spectrum Sentinel
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
37%synergy
Elenda's Hierophant
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
27%synergy
Dark Confidant
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
32%synergy
Giver of Runes
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
34%synergy
Lifecreed Duo
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
34%synergy
Marauding Blight-Priest
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
25%synergy
Lotho, Corrupt Shirriff
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Starscape Cleric
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Enduring Innocence
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
24%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
24%synergy
Voice of the Blessed
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
27%synergy
Creeping Bloodsucker
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
25%synergy
Lurrus of the Dream-Den
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Charismatic Conqueror
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
19%synergy
Welcoming Vampire
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
16%synergy
Kambal, Profiteering Mayor
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
19%synergy
Distinguished Conjurer
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
28%synergy
Aunt May
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Essence Channeler
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
17%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
18%synergy
Delney, Streetwise Lookout
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
19%synergy
Celestine, the Living Saint
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Witch Enchanter
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Rhox Faithmender
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
19%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Amalia Benavides Aguirre
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
17%synergy
Twilight Prophet
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Crypt Ghast
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
16%synergy
Aerith Gainsborough
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
12%synergy
Cliffhaven Vampire
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
10%synergy
Scholar of New Horizons
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Zulaport Cutthroat
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-7%synergy
Witch of the Moors
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Impassioned Orator
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Shattered Angel
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Liesa, Forgotten Archangel
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Darkstar Augur
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
10%synergy
Claim Jumper
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Cruel Celebrant
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-10%synergy
Instants
Swords to Plowshares
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
-3%synergy
Anguished Unmaking
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Path to Exile
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
-11%synergy
Clever Concealment
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
27%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
28%synergy
Generous Gift
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Heliod's Intervention
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
26%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
9%synergy
Inkshield
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Fracture
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Deadly Rollick
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
16%synergy
Despark
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
-8%synergy
Restoration Magic
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Fell the Profane
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Necrologia
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Akroma's Will
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
9%synergy
Final Showdown
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Kaya's Guile
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
10%synergy
Mortify
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-7%synergy
Dark Ritual
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-16%synergy
Rally the Ancestors
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Leave No Trace
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Beacon of Immortality
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Reprieve
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Orim's Chant
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Tithe
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Hatred
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Unexplained Absence
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Silence
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Mana Tithe
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Ad Nauseam
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Sorceries
Ascend from Avernus
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
27%synergy
Agadeem's Awakening
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
26%synergy
Vindicate
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
18%synergy
Damn
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
-2%synergy
Insatiable Avarice
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
19%synergy
Night's Whisper
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Syphon Mind
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Read the Bones
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Debt to the Deathless
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Reanimate
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Victimize
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-10%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Hour of Revelation
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Living Death
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Consuming Vapors
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Humiliate
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Approach of the Second Sun
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Austere Command
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-10%synergy
Return to the Ranks
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Ondu Inversion
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Will of the Abzan
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-2%synergy
Parting Thoughts
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Raise the Past
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Diresight
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Sign in Blood
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-10%synergy
Immortal Servitude
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Shadowspear
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
43%synergy
Lightning Greaves
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
19%synergy
Cosmos Elixir
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
28%synergy
Well of Lost Dreams
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
23%synergy
The Ozolith
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
19%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
20%synergy
Sun Droplet
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Skullclamp
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
-4%synergy
The Wind Crystal
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Oketra's Monument
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
10%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Tablet of the Guilds
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-10%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Requiem Monolith
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Prism Ring
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-6%synergy
Expedition Map
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Alhammarret's Archive
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Key to the City
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Profane Memento
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Enchantments
Black Market Connections
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
32%synergy
Sanguine Bond
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
25%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
41%synergy
Case of the Uneaten Feast
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
36%synergy
Cleric Class
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
31%synergy
The Meathook Massacre
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
28%synergy
Exquisite Blood
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Land Tax
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
28%synergy
Ajani's Welcome
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
28%synergy
Bloodchief Ascension
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
26%synergy
Phyrexian Arena
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
1%synergy
Blind Obedience
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Dawn of Hope
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
19%synergy
Abiding Grace
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Righteous Cause
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Glasswing Grace
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Bitterblossom
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Tocasia's Welcome
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Necrodominance
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Revenge of Ravens
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Legion's Landing
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Sanctimony
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Righteous Aura
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Lunar Convocation
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-3%synergy
Skrelv's Hive
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Polluted Bonds
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Smuggler's Share
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Greed
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Trespasser's Curse
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Felidar Umbra
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Phyrexian Reclamation
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Dictate of Erebos
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
1%synergy
Ordeal of Heliod
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Ashes of the Abhorrent
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
No Mercy
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Chthonian Nightmare
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Leyline of Hope
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Planeswalkers
Ajani, Strength of the Pride
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
44%synergy
Sorin, Vengeful Bloodlord
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
10%synergy
Elspeth, Sun's Champion
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Sorin, Grim Nemesis
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Sorin, Lord of Innistrad
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Sorin, Vampire Lord
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Sorin the Mirthless
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Sorin, Imperious Bloodlord
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Utility Lands
Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
41%synergy
Shizo, Death's Storehouse
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
49%synergy
Rogue's Passage
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
34%synergy
Bojuka Bog
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
-5%synergy
Witch's Clinic
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
30%synergy
Arcane Lighthouse
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
28%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Takenuma, Abandoned Mire
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Castle Locthwain
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Vault of the Archangel
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
-10%synergy
Seraph Sanctuary
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
War Room
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Cabal Coffers
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Reliquary Tower
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-7%synergy
Phyrexian Tower
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-1%synergy
Maze of Ith
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Spymaster's Vault
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
10%synergy
Volrath's Stronghold
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Adventurer's Inn
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Susur Secundi, Void Altar
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Shambling Vent
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Radiant Fountain
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Minas Morgul, Dark Fortress
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
High Market
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-4%synergy
Windbrisk Heights
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Urza's Saga
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Minas Tirith
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Fountainport
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Kabira Crossroads
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Homeward Path
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
-11%synergy
Sol Ring
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
-15%synergy
Talisman of Hierarchy
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
1%synergy
Orzhov Signet
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
-10%synergy
Pristine Talisman
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
33%synergy
Mox Amber
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
28%synergy
The Soul Stone
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
12%synergy
Fellwar Stone
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-5%synergy
Lotus Petal
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Mana Vault
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Thought Vessel
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-6%synergy
Springleaf Drum
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
The Celestus
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Lands
Godless Shrine
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
50%synergy
Plains
92%inclusion12 decks13 decks
-5%synergy
Scrubland
92%inclusion12 decks13 decks
81%synergy
Marsh Flats
92%inclusion12 decks13 decks
62%synergy
Vault of Champions
92%inclusion12 decks13 decks
52%synergy
Swamp
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
-13%synergy
Command Tower
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
-9%synergy
Caves of Koilos
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
20%synergy
Isolated Chapel
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Brightclimb Pathway
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
42%synergy
Fetid Heath
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
30%synergy
Arid Mesa
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
40%synergy
Polluted Delta
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
40%synergy
Shadowy Backstreet
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
24%synergy
Mana Confluence
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
43%synergy
Prismatic Vista
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
33%synergy
Tainted Field
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
-13%synergy
Silent Clearing
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Bleachbone Verge
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
16%synergy
Agadeem's Awakening
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
26%synergy
Shattered Sanctum
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
-4%synergy
City of Brass
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
27%synergy
Flooded Strand
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
25%synergy
Snow-Covered Plains
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
20%synergy
Snow-Covered Swamp
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
20%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
17%synergy
Witch Enchanter
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Windswept Heath
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
17%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
17%synergy
Reflecting Pool
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
19%synergy
Shineshadow Snarl
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
-18%synergy
Fell the Profane
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Glasswing Grace
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Orzhov Basilica
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-26%synergy
Exotic Orchard
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-9%synergy
Snowfield Sinkhole
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Talon Gates of Madara
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Sunlit Marsh
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Forbidden Orchard
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Scoured Barrens
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-9%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
10%synergy
Fabled Passage
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-2%synergy
Desolate Mire
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-8%synergy
Orzhov Guildgate
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-1%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Temple of Silence
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-33%synergy
Lazotep Quarry
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Ondu Inversion
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Concealed Courtyard
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-13%synergy