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Kess, Dissident Mage
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Jonathan Zucchetti
Mar 26, 2026
Jonathan Zucchetti
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25%synergy
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Expansion Algorithm
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25%synergy
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22%synergy
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23%synergy
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Guttersnipe
55%inclusion27 decks49 decks
49%synergy
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45%inclusion22 decks49 decks
42%synergy
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51%inclusion25 decks49 decks
40%synergy
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39%inclusion19 decks49 decks
37%synergy
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47%inclusion23 decks49 decks
37%synergy
Ponder
45%inclusion22 decks49 decks
36%synergy
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45%inclusion22 decks49 decks
36%synergy
Scalding Viper
31%inclusion15 decks49 decks
30%synergy
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35%inclusion17 decks49 decks
30%synergy
Fact or Fiction
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30%synergy
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45%inclusion22 decks49 decks
0%synergy
Brainstorm
43%inclusion21 decks49 decks
26%synergy
Dark Ritual
41%inclusion20 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Nightscape Familiar
41%inclusion20 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Feed the Swarm
41%inclusion20 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Windfall
39%inclusion19 decks49 decks
15%synergy
Frantic Search
39%inclusion19 decks49 decks
19%synergy
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19%synergy
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37%inclusion18 decks49 decks
2%synergy
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-8%synergy
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29%inclusion13 decks45 decks
26%synergy
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29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
23%synergy
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28%inclusion13 decks46 decks
26%synergy
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25%inclusion8 decks32 decks
20%synergy
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24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
22%synergy
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24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
20%synergy
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22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
21%synergy
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19%synergy
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20%synergy
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14%synergy
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18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
18%synergy
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18%synergy
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18%synergy
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18%synergy
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16%synergy
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15%synergy
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16%synergy
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16%synergy
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16%synergy
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14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
14%synergy
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10%synergy
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14%synergy
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14%synergy
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14%synergy
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13%synergy
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6%synergy
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12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
12%synergy
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12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
12%synergy
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12%synergy
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12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Storyteller Pixie
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Gray Slaad
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Spellscorn Coven
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Baral, Chief of Compliance
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Sword Coast Serpent
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Longshot, Rebel Bowman
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
9%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
6%synergy
Melek, Izzet Paragon
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Callous Sell-Sword
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Illithid Harvester
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Harmonic Prodigy
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0%synergy
Snapcaster Mage
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Young Red Dragon
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Electrostatic Field
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Niv-Mizzet, Parun
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Galvanic Giant
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10%synergy
Jori En, Ruin Diver
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Frolicking Familiar
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Judith, Carnage Connoisseur
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9%synergy
Lozhan, Dragons' Legacy
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10%synergy
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Consider
35%inclusion17 decks49 decks
29%synergy
Opt
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29%synergy
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31%inclusion15 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Terminate
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5%synergy
Lightning Bolt
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
18%synergy
Rakdos Charm
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Increasing Vengeance
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24%synergy
Abrade
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
15%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Flame of Anor
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
15%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
-12%synergy
Arcane Denial
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-10%synergy
Dig Through Time
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14%synergy
Narset's Reversal
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13%synergy
Prismari Command
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12%synergy
Withering Torment
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Reality Shift
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Fell the Profane
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Maestros Charm
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11%synergy
Swan Song
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-5%synergy
Big Score
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2%synergy
Snap
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4%synergy
Waterlogged Teachings
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Pongify
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
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8%synergy
Return the Favor
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10%synergy
Unexpected Windfall
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3%synergy
Thought Scour
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11%synergy
Izzet Charm
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10%synergy
Silundi Vision
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11%synergy
Sink into Stupor
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3%synergy
Galvanic Iteration
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11%synergy
Mystic Confluence
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10%synergy
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4%synergy
Murder
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7%synergy
Aetherize
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7%synergy
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4%synergy
Bedevil
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-6%synergy
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8%synergy
Run Away Together
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Brainsurge
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7%synergy
Electrodominance
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3%synergy
Tainted Indulgence
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8%synergy
Resculpt
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6%synergy
Comet Storm
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6%synergy
Spell Pierce
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5%synergy
Valakut Awakening
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Consult the Star Charts
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Price of Fame
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Village Rites
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2%synergy
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Preordain
31%inclusion15 decks49 decks
25%synergy
Mana Geyser
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25%synergy
Flow State
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24%synergy
Vandalblast
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8%synergy
See the Truth
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24%synergy
Expressive Iteration
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
19%synergy
Reanimate
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
-4%synergy
Mizzix's Mastery
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
15%synergy
Serum Visions
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
17%synergy
Solve the Equation
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
16%synergy
Circle of Power
18%inclusion6 decks34 decks
15%synergy
Treasure Cruise
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Exsanguinate
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Chart a Course
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Epic Experiment
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Diabolic Tutor
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Candlekeep Inspiration
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Fiery Confluence
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Toxic Deluge
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
-6%synergy
Cathartic Reunion
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Decree of Pain
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7%synergy
Tormenting Voice
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Cruel Ultimatum
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Gitaxian Probe
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4%synergy
Grapeshot
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Strategic Planning
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Chain Reaction
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Crackle with Power
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Torment of Hailfire
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Painful Truths
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Read the Bones
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Brass's Bounty
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Deep Analysis
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Ignite the Future
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Final Parting
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
7%synergy
River's Rebuke
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Notion Rain
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Cornered by Black Mages
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
4%synergy
Dream Harvest
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
4%synergy
Boltwave
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
5%synergy
Diresight
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Sleight of Hand
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Increasing Ambition
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Victimize
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-3%synergy
Dread Return
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Past in Flames
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Unearth
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Howl of the Horde
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Twinflame
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Cut // Ribbons
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
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Swiftfoot Boots
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
0%synergy
Lightning Greaves
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
-11%synergy
Mindsplice Apparatus
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Lucky Clover
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Primal Amulet
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Altar of Bhaal
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Ghost Lantern
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Sapphire Medallion
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Twinning Staff
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Spellbook
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Black Mage's Rod
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
3%synergy
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Secrets of the Dead
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
23%synergy
Thousand-Year Storm
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
22%synergy
Fiery Inscription
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
18%synergy
Jace's Sanctum
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
16%synergy
Double Vision
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Rite of the Dragoncaller
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
15%synergy
Shark Typhoon
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Maestros Ascendancy
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Virtue of Courage
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Propaganda
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
-2%synergy
Case of the Ransacked Lab
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Sorcerer Class
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Swarm Intelligence
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Extraordinary Journey
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Artist's Talent
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
7%synergy
Arcane Bombardment
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Burning Vengeance
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Virtue of Persistence
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Fortune Teller's Talent
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Promise of Aclazotz
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Mystic Remora
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-9%synergy
Arcane Melee
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Phyrexian Arena
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-4%synergy
Teval's Judgment
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
3%synergy
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Professor Onyx
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
18%synergy
Ral, Storm Conduit
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Chandra, Hope's Beacon
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
5%synergy
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Reliquary Tower
33%inclusion16 decks49 decks
-3%synergy
Bojuka Bog
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Lindblum, Industrial Regency
22%inclusion7 decks32 decks
18%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Mistrise Village
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Midgar, City of Mako
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
8%synergy
Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
-6%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
-8%synergy
Temple of the False God
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-2%synergy
Jidoor, Aristocratic Capital
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
78%inclusion38 decks49 decks
-10%synergy
Sol Ring
78%inclusion38 decks49 decks
-12%synergy
Izzet Signet
47%inclusion23 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
45%inclusion22 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Dimir Signet
43%inclusion21 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Talisman of Dominance
39%inclusion19 decks49 decks
-10%synergy
Fellwar Stone
33%inclusion16 decks49 decks
-3%synergy
Rakdos Signet
31%inclusion15 decks49 decks
-2%synergy
Talisman of Indulgence
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
-15%synergy
Commander's Sphere
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
-3%synergy
Thought Vessel
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
-7%synergy
Relic of Sauron
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
-5%synergy
Mind Stone
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
-1%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Charcoal Diamond
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Sky Diamond
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-8%synergy
Decanter of Endless Water
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
1%synergy
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Swamp
100%inclusion49 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Mountain
100%inclusion49 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Island
98%inclusion48 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Command Tower
92%inclusion45 decks49 decks
0%synergy
Crumbling Necropolis
71%inclusion35 decks49 decks
18%synergy
Exotic Orchard
63%inclusion31 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Sulfur Falls
61%inclusion30 decks49 decks
15%synergy
Sunken Hollow
53%inclusion26 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Smoldering Marsh
51%inclusion25 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Dragonskull Summit
49%inclusion24 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Drowned Catacomb
45%inclusion22 decks49 decks
2%synergy
Evolving Wilds
43%inclusion21 decks49 decks
19%synergy
Shivan Reef
41%inclusion20 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Temple of Epiphany
41%inclusion20 decks49 decks
27%synergy
Path of Ancestry
41%inclusion20 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
33%inclusion16 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Xander's Lounge
33%inclusion16 decks49 decks
-7%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
31%inclusion15 decks49 decks
19%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
31%inclusion15 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Seething Landscape
27%inclusion13 decks48 decks
10%synergy
Rakdos Carnarium
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
16%synergy
Temple of Deceit
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Underground River
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
-1%synergy
Foreboding Ruins
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Frostboil Snarl
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Polluted Delta
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
-12%synergy
Watery Grave
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
-25%synergy
Steam Vents
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
-25%synergy
Dimir Aqueduct
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Shipwreck Marsh
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
-4%synergy
Cascade Bluffs
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Blood Crypt
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
-27%synergy
Darkwater Catacombs
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Maestros Theater
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Sulfurous Springs
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
-9%synergy
Choked Estuary
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Training Center
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
-14%synergy
Undercity Sewers
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Temple of Malice
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Scalding Tarn
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
-16%synergy
Thundering Falls
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Fell the Profane
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Shadowblood Ridge
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Haunted Ridge
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
-7%synergy
Waterlogged Teachings
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
-21%synergy
Oscorp Industries
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Raucous Theater
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
2%synergy
Canyon Slough
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Swiftwater Cliffs
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
6%synergy
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