Cloud, Ex-SOLDIER (Commander) - Expensive Extra Combats

Cas Hinds
Apr 13, 2026
Am I Lying in a Game of Commander, or Am I Playing to My Outs?
At what point does withholding details become lying? In a game of Commander, is it okay to deceive? Or even lie? Let's discuss.
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Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Erode
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Yavimaya Bloomsage
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
100%inclusion27 decks27 decks
93%synergy
Buster Sword
100%inclusion27 decks27 decks
92%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
90%inclusion27 decks30 decks
86%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
93%inclusion28 decks30 decks
84%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
83%inclusion25 decks30 decks
79%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
83%inclusion25 decks30 decks
78%synergy
Colossus Hammer
83%inclusion25 decks30 decks
76%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
73%inclusion22 decks30 decks
69%synergy
Aggravated Assault
73%inclusion22 decks30 decks
68%synergy
Shadowspear
70%inclusion21 decks30 decks
66%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
83%inclusion25 decks30 decks
26%synergy
Deflecting Swat
77%inclusion23 decks30 decks
64%synergy
Tifa, Martial Artist
74%inclusion20 decks27 decks
65%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
73%inclusion22 decks30 decks
65%synergy
Heroic Intervention
70%inclusion21 decks30 decks
31%synergy
Forge Anew
70%inclusion21 decks30 decks
65%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
67%inclusion20 decks30 decks
60%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
67%inclusion20 decks30 decks
63%synergy
Esper Sentinel
63%inclusion19 decks30 decks
51%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
63%inclusion19 decks30 decks
60%synergy
Game Changers
Teferi's Protection
77%inclusion23 decks30 decks
60%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
70%inclusion21 decks30 decks
57%synergy
Ancient Tomb
53%inclusion16 decks30 decks
47%synergy
Smothering Tithe
33%inclusion10 decks30 decks
20%synergy
Worldly Tutor
27%inclusion8 decks30 decks
14%synergy
Jeska's Will
20%inclusion6 decks30 decks
14%synergy
Mana Vault
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
14%synergy
Gaea's Cradle
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
11%synergy
Mox Diamond
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
15%synergy
The One Ring
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
9%synergy
Creatures
Red XIII, Proud Warrior
63%inclusion17 decks27 decks
53%synergy
Birds of Paradise
57%inclusion17 decks30 decks
33%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
56%inclusion15 decks27 decks
47%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
53%inclusion16 decks30 decks
48%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
53%inclusion16 decks30 decks
51%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
50%inclusion15 decks30 decks
47%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
50%inclusion15 decks30 decks
45%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
47%inclusion14 decks30 decks
44%synergy
Kutzil, Malamet Exemplar
43%inclusion13 decks30 decks
22%synergy
Vincent, Vengeful Atoner
41%inclusion11 decks27 decks
34%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
40%inclusion12 decks30 decks
37%synergy
Lightning, Army of One
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
32%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
33%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
37%inclusion11 decks30 decks
35%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
33%inclusion10 decks30 decks
30%synergy
Delighted Halfling
33%inclusion10 decks30 decks
23%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
30%synergy
Bugenhagen, Wise Elder
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
25%synergy
Cloud, Planet's Champion
30%inclusion9 decks30 decks
27%synergy
Aerith, Last Ancient
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
26%synergy
Barret, Avalanche Leader
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
20%synergy
Zack Fair
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
20%synergy
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
23%inclusion7 decks30 decks
21%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
23%inclusion7 decks30 decks
20%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
23%inclusion7 decks30 decks
21%synergy
Sephiroth, Fallen Hero
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
15%synergy
Professor Hojo
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
15%synergy
Yuffie, Materia Hunter
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
17%synergy
Chishiro, the Shattered Blade
20%inclusion6 decks30 decks
17%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
9%synergy
Danitha, New Benalia's Light
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
14%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
16%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
15%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
15%synergy
Raubahn, Bull of Ala Mhigo
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Avacyn's Pilgrim
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
2%synergy
Bloom Tender
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
5%synergy
Grand Abolisher
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
8%synergy
Kodama of the West Tree
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
8%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
12%synergy
Freya Crescent
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Simian Spirit Guide
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
8%synergy
Lion Sash
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
7%synergy
Combat Celebrant
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
8%synergy
Elvish Spirit Guide
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
8%synergy
Leonin Shikari
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
10%synergy
Bastion Protector
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Nahiri, Forged in Fury
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
9%synergy
Golden-Tail Trainer
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
9%synergy
Hexing Squelcher
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
5%synergy
Instants
Path to Exile
60%inclusion18 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Boros Charm
37%inclusion11 decks30 decks
12%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
33%inclusion10 decks30 decks
20%synergy
Clever Concealment
27%inclusion8 decks30 decks
18%synergy
Inventory Management
27%inclusion8 decks30 decks
22%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
23%inclusion7 decks30 decks
21%synergy
Akroma's Will
23%inclusion7 decks30 decks
3%synergy
Cloud's Limit Break
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
17%synergy
Redirect Lightning
21%inclusion4 decks19 decks
16%synergy
Dispatch
20%inclusion6 decks30 decks
13%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Holy
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Lifestream's Blessing
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Pyroblast
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
14%synergy
Eladamri's Call
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
4%synergy
Legolas's Quick Reflexes
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
12%synergy
Beast Within
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
-17%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
4%synergy
Generous Gift
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
-12%synergy
Chaos Warp
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
-9%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
7%synergy
Legion Leadership
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
7%synergy
Restoration Magic
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Force of Vigor
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
5%synergy
Seething Song
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Tibalt's Trickery
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
4%synergy
Nature's Claim
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
2%synergy
Silence
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
3%synergy
Great Train Heist
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
5%synergy
Bolt Bend
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
5%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
5%synergy
Deflecting Palm
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
5%synergy
Valakut Awakening
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Open the Armory
53%inclusion16 decks30 decks
49%synergy
Nature's Lore
53%inclusion16 decks30 decks
15%synergy
Three Visits
40%inclusion12 decks30 decks
13%synergy
Farseek
27%inclusion8 decks30 decks
-21%synergy
Cultivate
23%inclusion7 decks30 decks
-26%synergy
Austere Command
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
2%synergy
Vandalblast
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
4%synergy
Full Throttle
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
11%synergy
Blasphemous Act
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
-12%synergy
Kodama's Reach
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
-17%synergy
Seize the Day
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
9%synergy
Rampant Growth
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
-28%synergy
Sylvan Tutor
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
9%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
5%synergy
Gamble
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
7%synergy
Reckless Handling
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
10%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Meteor
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Nibelheim Aflame
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Nature's Rhythm
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
3%synergy
Open the Vaults
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
4%synergy
Finale of Devastation
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
-1%synergy
Unfinished Business
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
3%synergy
Rite of Flame
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Decimate
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
-1%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
1%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
-1%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Helm of the Host
57%inclusion17 decks30 decks
53%synergy
Lightning Greaves
57%inclusion17 decks30 decks
31%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
53%inclusion16 decks30 decks
51%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
47%inclusion14 decks30 decks
44%synergy
Mithril Coat
43%inclusion13 decks30 decks
39%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
43%inclusion13 decks30 decks
39%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
41%inclusion11 decks27 decks
33%synergy
Commander's Plate
40%inclusion12 decks30 decks
39%synergy
Sunforger
40%inclusion12 decks30 decks
38%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
40%inclusion12 decks30 decks
38%synergy
Sword of the Animist
37%inclusion11 decks30 decks
29%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
37%inclusion11 decks30 decks
35%synergy
Genji Glove
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
31%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
33%inclusion10 decks30 decks
31%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
33%inclusion10 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
33%inclusion10 decks30 decks
32%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Nettlecyst
30%inclusion9 decks30 decks
28%synergy
Champion's Helm
30%inclusion9 decks30 decks
23%synergy
Embercleave
27%inclusion8 decks30 decks
24%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
23%inclusion7 decks30 decks
22%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
23%inclusion7 decks30 decks
18%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
23%inclusion7 decks30 decks
21%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
20%inclusion6 decks30 decks
19%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
20%inclusion6 decks30 decks
17%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
20%inclusion6 decks30 decks
19%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
20%inclusion6 decks30 decks
17%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
14%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
16%synergy
Basilisk Collar
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
11%synergy
Conformer Shuriken
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
10%synergy
Celestial Armor
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
12%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
12%synergy
Doc Ock's Tentacles
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
11%synergy
Behemoth Sledge
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
4%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
9%synergy
Robe of Stars
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
9%synergy
Skullclamp
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
-5%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
9%synergy
Blade of Selves
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
9%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
7%synergy
Hero's Blade
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Belt of Giant Strength
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
9%synergy
Improvised Arsenal
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Ultima Weapon
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
4%synergy
Sword of Kaldra
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
7%synergy
Helm of Kaldra
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
7%synergy
Thran Power Suit
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Shield of Kaldra
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
7%synergy
Enchantments
Fighter Class
50%inclusion15 decks30 decks
48%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
20%inclusion6 decks30 decks
16%synergy
Sylvan Library
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
5%synergy
Windcrag Siege
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
8%synergy
SOLDIER Military Program
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Bear Umbra
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
3%synergy
Annie Joins Up
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
-13%synergy
Wild Growth
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
-2%synergy
All That Glitters
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
2%synergy
Rhythm of the Wild
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
-22%synergy
Pain for All
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
3%synergy
Planeswalkers
Nahiri, Heir of the Ancients
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Nahiri, the Lithomancer
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Utility Lands
Boseiju, Who Endures
60%inclusion18 decks30 decks
44%synergy
Urza's Saga
57%inclusion17 decks30 decks
52%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
40%inclusion12 decks30 decks
21%synergy
Rogue's Passage
33%inclusion10 decks30 decks
7%synergy
Kessig Wolf Run
30%inclusion9 decks30 decks
14%synergy
Command Beacon
20%inclusion6 decks30 decks
16%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
20%inclusion6 decks30 decks
16%synergy
Reliquary Tower
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
-2%synergy
Buried Ruin
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
10%synergy
Inventors' Fair
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
11%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
4%synergy
Ancient Den
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
5%synergy
Arena of Glory
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
3%synergy
Minas Tirith
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
3%synergy
Tree of Tales
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
5%synergy
Mishra's Workshop
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
7%synergy
Axgard Armory
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
5%synergy
Great Furnace
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
5%synergy
Evendo, Waking Haven
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
0%synergy
Secluded Starforge
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
100%inclusion30 decks30 decks
16%synergy
Arcane Signet
90%inclusion27 decks30 decks
15%synergy
The Aetherspark
40%inclusion12 decks30 decks
39%synergy
Mox Opal
40%inclusion12 decks30 decks
38%synergy
Lotus Petal
23%inclusion7 decks30 decks
20%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
23%inclusion7 decks30 decks
15%synergy
Talisman of Unity
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
8%synergy
Mox Amber
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
12%synergy
Chrome Mox
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
10%synergy
Talisman of Impulse
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
5%synergy
Herd Heirloom
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
3%synergy
Fellwar Stone
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
-4%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion30 decks30 decks
9%synergy
Mountain
97%inclusion29 decks30 decks
2%synergy
Plains
97%inclusion29 decks30 decks
0%synergy
Taiga
93%inclusion28 decks30 decks
83%synergy
Windswept Heath
93%inclusion28 decks30 decks
62%synergy
Forest
93%inclusion28 decks30 decks
-4%synergy
Sacred Foundry
90%inclusion27 decks30 decks
50%synergy
Savannah
90%inclusion27 decks30 decks
79%synergy
Plateau
90%inclusion27 decks30 decks
79%synergy
Stomping Ground
87%inclusion26 decks30 decks
43%synergy
Wooded Foothills
87%inclusion26 decks30 decks
57%synergy
Arid Mesa
83%inclusion25 decks30 decks
56%synergy
Temple Garden
83%inclusion25 decks30 decks
41%synergy
Jetmir's Garden
60%inclusion18 decks30 decks
19%synergy
Bountiful Promenade
50%inclusion15 decks30 decks
22%synergy
Spire Garden
47%inclusion14 decks30 decks
20%synergy
Spectator Seating
47%inclusion14 decks30 decks
22%synergy
City of Brass
43%inclusion13 decks30 decks
36%synergy
Thornspire Verge
40%inclusion12 decks30 decks
31%synergy
Exotic Orchard
37%inclusion11 decks30 decks
-17%synergy
Hushwood Verge
37%inclusion11 decks30 decks
26%synergy
Mana Confluence
37%inclusion11 decks30 decks
30%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
33%inclusion10 decks30 decks
27%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
30%inclusion9 decks30 decks
-13%synergy
Sunpetal Grove
27%inclusion8 decks30 decks
-12%synergy
Spire of Industry
27%inclusion8 decks30 decks
21%synergy
Brushland
27%inclusion8 decks30 decks
5%synergy
Battlefield Forge
27%inclusion8 decks30 decks
3%synergy
Rootbound Crag
27%inclusion8 decks30 decks
-12%synergy
Marsh Flats
27%inclusion8 decks30 decks
21%synergy
Misty Rainforest
23%inclusion7 decks30 decks
17%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
23%inclusion7 decks30 decks
18%synergy
Flooded Strand
23%inclusion7 decks30 decks
18%synergy
Path of Ancestry
20%inclusion6 decks30 decks
-15%synergy
Karplusan Forest
20%inclusion6 decks30 decks
3%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
20%inclusion6 decks30 decks
15%synergy
Starting Town
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
16%synergy
Jungle Shrine
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
-38%synergy
Reflecting Pool
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
11%synergy
Rugged Prairie
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Elegant Parlor
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
10%synergy
Commercial District
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
8%synergy
Fire-Lit Thicket
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
9%synergy
Cavern of Souls
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
3%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
11%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
11%synergy
Scalding Tarn
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
9%synergy
Lush Portico
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
4%synergy
Prismatic Vista
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Overgrown Farmland
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
-12%synergy