Arvinox, the Mind Flail (Commander) - Upgraded

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How To Play Horrors Differently In Commander
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13%synergy
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11%synergy
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15%synergy
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4%synergy
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4%synergy
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5%synergy
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-11%synergy
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23%synergy
Urza's Cave
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11%synergy
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1%synergy
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-5%synergy
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9%synergy
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8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
4%synergy
Command Tower
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2%synergy
Exotic Orchard
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
6%synergy
Demolition Field
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2%synergy
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-2%synergy
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5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
-4%synergy
Evolving Wilds
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
2%synergy
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