Emet-Selch, Ascian (Commander) - Expensive Optimized Lifegain

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K'rrik, Son of YawgmothK'rrik, Son of Yawgmoth

Emet-Selch, Ascian
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The Top 10 Most-Played Planar Chaos Cards
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Cruel Tutor
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Bolas's Citadel
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Aetherflux Reservoir
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The One Ring
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Defense Grid
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Ancient Tomb
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Sol Ring
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Mind Stone
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Fellwar Stone
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Springleaf Drum
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Jeweled Amulet
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Nyx Lotus
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