Arvinox, the Mind Flail (Commander) - Budget

Alternate Names:

Mind Flayer, the ShadowMind Flayer, the Shadow

Arvinox, the Mind Flail
Rank #1,404
120decks
Sikora
Oct 30, 2025
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