Arcades, the Strategist
Shield Sphere
Tangleroot
Words of Wind

   Prerequisites

What do I need to start this combo?
Shield Sphere in hand.
All other permanents on the battlefield.

   Steps

How does this combo work?
1
Cast Shield Sphere by paying 0.
2
Tangleroot triggers, adding .
3
When Shield Sphere enters the battlefield, Arcades triggers.
4
Holding priority, activate Words of Wind by paying 1, replacing the next card you draw.
5
Resolve the Arcades trigger, causing you to return Shield Sphere from the battlefield to your hand, and causing each opponent to return a permanent they control from the battlefield to your hand.
6
Repeat.

   Results

What do I get from this combo?
Mass Land Denial
Infinite LTB
Infinite ETB
Infinite storm count
Return all permanents opponents control to their owner's hand
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