Arvinox, the Mind Flail (Commander) - Expensive

Alternate Names:

Mind Flayer, the ShadowMind Flayer, the Shadow

Arvinox, the Mind Flail
Rank #1,333
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Oct 30, 2025
How To Play Horrors Differently In Commander
It's the spookiest time of the year... are you thinking of brewing a deck full of Horrors? We've got some ideas for how to keep it unique!
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