Mikaeus, the Unhallowed
Ashcloud Phoenix
Altar of Dementia

   Prerequisites

What do I need to start this combo?
All permanents on the battlefield.

   Steps

How does this combo work?
1
Activate Altar of Dementia by sacrificing Ashcloud Phoenix.
2
When Ashcloud Phoenix dies, it triggers, as well as its undying ability if it does not have a +1/+1 counter on it.
3
Resolve the first trigger, returning it from your graveyard to the battlefield face-down.
4
Resolve the second trigger, doing nothing.
5
Activate Altar of Dementia by sacrificing Ashcloud Phoenix.
6
When Ashcloud Phoenix dies, it triggers, returning it from your graveyard to the battlefield with a +1/+1 counter on it.
7
Resolve the Altar of Dementia abilities from steps 1 and 5, causing target player to mill cards equal to Ashcloud Phoenix's power for each ability.
8
Repeat.

   Results

What do I get from this combo?
Infinite LTB
Infinite ETB
Infinite sacrifice triggers
Infinite death triggers
Infinite mill
Infinite self-mill
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