Gev, Scaled Scorch
Thermopod

   Prerequisites

What do I need to start this combo?
All permanents on the battlefield.
At least one opponent has lost life this turn.

   Steps

How does this combo work?
1
Activate Thermopod by sacrificing the creature with persist, adding .
2
The persist ability triggers, returning that creature to the battlefield with a -1/-1 counter on it, as well as a +1/+1 counter due to Gev.
3
The +1/+1 and -1/-1 counters on that creature are removed as a state-based action.
4
Repeat.

   Results

What do I get from this combo?
Infinite red mana
Infinite LTB
Infinite ETB
Infinite sacrifice triggers
Infinite death triggers
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