Bristly Bill, Spine Sower (Commander) - Core

Mike Carrozza
May 20, 2026
Am I the Bolas? - "I Would've Won and We Would've Played Another Game"
This week on Am I the Bolas?, should you refrain from using your removal, particularly on opponents' commanders? Or should you let it fly?
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High Score
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Rancor
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Invasion of Zendikar
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Nissa, Who Shakes the World
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Sol Ring
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Promising Vein
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Command Tower
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