Aegar, the Freezing Flame (Commander) - Upgraded Giants

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Joshua Wood
Jul 6, 2023
Nearly Identical - Adeliz or Balmor?
What makes these two Izzet spellslinger commanders unique? Who will come out on top as the better pick? Joshua is here to find out!
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Moxfield
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MTGStocks
Glimpse the Cosmos
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
99%synergy
Cyclone Summoner
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
99%synergy
Prophetic Titan
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
84%synergy
Calamity Bearer
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
84%synergy
Flame of Anor
92%inclusion12 decks13 decks
80%synergy
Thundercloud Shaman
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
76%synergy
Quakebringer
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
76%synergy
Squash
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
76%synergy
Bonecrusher Giant
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
76%synergy
Thryx, the Sudden Storm
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
75%synergy
Top Cards
Archmage of Runes
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
72%synergy
Blasphemous Act
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
47%synergy
Mizzium Mortars
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
74%synergy
Goliath Daydreamer
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
74%synergy
Boldwyr Aggressor
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
74%synergy
Inferno Titan
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
68%synergy
Stinkdrinker Daredevil
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
69%synergy
Harmonic Prodigy
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
52%synergy
Battle of Frost and Fire
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
69%synergy
Surtland Elementalist
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
69%synergy
Game Changers
Fierce Guardianship
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
9%synergy
Jeska's Will
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
-6%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
-2%synergy
Mystical Tutor
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
1%synergy
Ancient Tomb
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-3%synergy
Rhystic Study
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-17%synergy
Gamble
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-10%synergy
Narset, Parter of Veils
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Creatures
Sunrise Sovereign
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
69%synergy
Tectonic Giant
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
61%synergy
Borderland Behemoth
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
61%synergy
Frost Titan
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
53%synergy
Basalt Ravager
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
53%synergy
Hamletback Goliath
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
46%synergy
Surtland Flinger
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
46%synergy
Toralf, God of Fury
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
46%synergy
Warchief Giant
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
38%synergy
Archmage Emeritus
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Taurean Mauler
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
38%synergy
Giant Harbinger
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
30%synergy
Goblin Electromancer
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Torbran, Thane of Red Fell
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
28%synergy
Stormcatch Mentor
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
10%synergy
Surtr, Fiery Jötun
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Crystalline Giant
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Irencrag Pyromancer
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Solphim, Mayhem Dominus
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Galecaster Colossus
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Titan of Littjara
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Cinderheart Giant
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Niv-Mizzet, Parun
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-13%synergy
Roaming Throne
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Galvanic Giant
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Shatterskull Charger
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Balmor, Battlemage Captain
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Doomskar Titan
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Storm-Kiln Artist
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-23%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Magma Giant
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Bygone Colossus
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-1%synergy
Undercover Operative
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Two-Headed Hunter
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Wayward Giant
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Scalding Viper
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Metallic Mimic
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Wonder
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Najal, the Storm Runner
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Brash Taunter
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Benthic Giant
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Coruscation Mage
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-13%synergy
Stuffy Doll
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Frostfist Strider
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Beluna's Gatekeeper
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Adaptive Automaton
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Mischievous Mystic
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Bearer of the Heavens
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Instants
Abrade
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
50%synergy
Lightning Bolt
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
33%synergy
Electrodominance
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
40%synergy
Counterspell
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
-6%synergy
Fall of the Hammer
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
38%synergy
Crush Underfoot
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
38%synergy
Giantfall
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Negate
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
-2%synergy
Starstorm
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
29%synergy
Ghostfire Slice
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
29%synergy
Delayed Blast Fireball
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
27%synergy
Deflecting Swat
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
10%synergy
Wizard's Retort
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
29%synergy
Valakut Awakening
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Chaos Warp
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
-19%synergy
Soul Sear
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Wizard's Lightning
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Polymorphist's Jest
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Mana Drain
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Bolt Bend
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
19%synergy
Reckless Rage
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
21%synergy
The Last Agni Kai
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
17%synergy
Skred
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Volcanic Offering
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Sublime Epiphany
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Soul's Fire
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Opt
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-20%synergy
Lightning Axe
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Swan Song
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-6%synergy
Twinferno
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Comet Storm
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
10%synergy
Izzet Charm
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-3%synergy
Arcane Denial
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-14%synergy
Sink into Stupor
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-2%synergy
Prismari Command
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-1%synergy
Arcbond
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Ionize
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Pongify
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-20%synergy
Electrolyze
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Volcanic Spite
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Frost Bite
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
See Double
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Frantic Search
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-34%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-6%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-28%synergy
Three Steps Ahead
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Refute
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Suffocating Blast
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Dissolve
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Sorceries
Star of Extinction
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
38%synergy
Fire Giant's Fury
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
38%synergy
Chain Reaction
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
25%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
26%synergy
Flame Slash
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
30%synergy
Mana Geyser
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
10%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Vandalblast
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
-4%synergy
Ill-Timed Explosion
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
20%synergy
Step Through
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
20%synergy
Scorching Shot
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Call Forth the Tempest
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Obliterating Bolt
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Giant's Ire
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Hell to Pay
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Volcanic Salvo
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Roast
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Mystic Retrieval
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
10%synergy
Expressive Iteration
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-7%synergy
Storm's Wrath
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Volcanic Vision
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Cinder Strike
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Nibelheim Aflame
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Ponder
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-30%synergy
Clear the Mind
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Strangle
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Structural Assault
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Stolen Identity
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Anger of the Gods
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Fiery Confluence
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Fabricate
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-1%synergy
Thunderwave
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Nahiri's Warcrafting
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Crush the Weak
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Lunar Insight
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Torch the Witness
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Treasure Cruise
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-6%synergy
Beacon Bolt
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Personal Tutor
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Traverse Eternity
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Preordain
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-26%synergy
Ravenform
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Pyroclasm
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Into the Fire
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Jaya's Immolating Inferno
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Rite of Replication
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Calamity of Cinders
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Brotherhood's End
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Herald's Horn
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
52%synergy
Urza's Incubator
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
45%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Giant's Amulet
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Magmatic Galleon
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
-6%synergy
Lightning Greaves
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
-1%synergy
Ruby Medallion
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-2%synergy
Soul-Guide Lantern
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Sword of Once and Future
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Mithril Coat
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Sanctuary Blade
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Darksteel Plate
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Goldvein Pick
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Sword of the Animist
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Bident of Thassa
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Basilisk Collar
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Magebane Armor
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Enchantments
Reflections of Littjara
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
60%synergy
Warstorm Surge
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
53%synergy
Invasion of the Giants
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
38%synergy
Repercussion
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
37%synergy
Wizard Class
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Giant's Grasp
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
30%synergy
Frostcliff Siege
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
27%synergy
Teferi's Ageless Insight
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Molten Echoes
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Fiery Emancipation
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
20%synergy
Fall of Cair Andros
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Collective Inferno
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Pain for All
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Fated Firepower
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Arcane Bombardment
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
1%synergy
Flameshadow Conjuring
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
City on Fire
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Rising of the Day
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Rite of the Dragoncaller
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Double Vision
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Glacial Crevasses
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Mystic Remora
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-12%synergy
Betrayal
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Marit Lage's Slumber
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Shared Animosity
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Kozilek's Unsealing
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Artist's Talent
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Combat Research
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Battles
Invasion of Regatha
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Invasion of Arcavios
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
28%synergy
Hall of Storm Giants
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
45%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Riptide Laboratory
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
33%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Rogue's Passage
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Restless Spire
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Remote Isle
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Rivendell
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Forge of Heroes
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Hidden Cataract
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Nivix, Aerie of the Firemind
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Hidden Volcano
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Desolate Lighthouse
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-2%synergy
Ramunap Ruins
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
The Surgical Bay
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
The Autonomous Furnace
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Shivan Gorge
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Faceless Haven
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Field of Ruin
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
-2%synergy
Arcane Signet
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
-6%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
16%synergy
Izzet Signet
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Thought Vessel
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
25%synergy
Patchwork Banner
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
43%synergy
Fellwar Stone
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Decanter of Endless Water
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Mind Stone
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
-1%synergy
Gilded Lotus
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
9%synergy
Midnight Clock
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Commander's Sphere
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-7%synergy
Replicating Ring
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Sky Diamond
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-1%synergy
Izzet Cluestone
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Spell Satchel
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Fire Diamond
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Thran Dynamo
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-1%synergy
Liquimetal Torque
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Foriysian Totem
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Spinning Wheel
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
-2%synergy
Mountain
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
-20%synergy
Island
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
-21%synergy
Sulfur Falls
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Shivan Reef
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Steam Vents
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
-2%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Frostboil Snarl
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Evolving Wilds
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
29%synergy
Path of Ancestry
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
32%synergy
Cascade Bluffs
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Training Center
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
-4%synergy
Eclipsed Realms
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Riverpyre Verge
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
9%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
26%synergy
Temple of Epiphany
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
-9%synergy
Volatile Fjord
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
26%synergy
Scalding Tarn
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Valakut Awakening
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Fiery Islet
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
-3%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Exotic Orchard
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
-10%synergy
Riverglide Pathway
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
-1%synergy
Molten Tributary
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Snow-Covered Island
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
20%synergy
Ferrous Lake
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
-2%synergy
Snow-Covered Mountain
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Vibrant Cityscape
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Fabled Passage
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Swiftwater Cliffs
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-3%synergy
Eroded Canyon
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Maestros Theater
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Surtland Frostpyre
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Sink into Stupor
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-2%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Escape Tunnel
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Prismatic Vista
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
1%synergy
Misty Rainforest
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-3%synergy
Cliffgate
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Myriad Landscape
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-9%synergy
Shimmerdrift Vale
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Prismari Campus
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Base Camp
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Riveteers Overlook
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Cabaretti Courtyard
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Reflecting Pool
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Secluded Courtyard
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy