Excava, the Risen Past (Commander) - Upgraded Discard

Excava, the Risen Past
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Owain Roberts
Jun 19, 2026
Owain Roberts
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Hardened Academic
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
70%synergy
Ark of Hunger
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
53%synergy
Erode
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
41%synergy
Pursue the Past
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
29%synergy
Lorehold Charm
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
12%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Faithless Looting
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
82%synergy
Quintorius, History Chaser
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
74%synergy
Tocasia's Welcome
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
66%synergy
Ivora, Insatiable Heir
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
62%synergy
Fear of Missing Out
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
60%synergy
Brass's Tunnel-Grinder
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
59%synergy
Joshua, Phoenix's Dominant
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
59%synergy
Monument to Endurance
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
57%synergy
Skyclave Apparition
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
56%synergy
Windcrag Siege
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
53%synergy
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Swords to Plowshares
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Welcoming Vampire
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
51%synergy
Selfless Spirit
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
52%synergy
Enduring Innocence
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
52%synergy
Path to Exile
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
36%synergy
Bitter Reunion
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
49%synergy
Inti, Seneschal of the Sun
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
47%synergy
Grasp of Fate
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
48%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
36%synergy
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Jeska's Will
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-3%synergy
Gamble
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-3%synergy
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Scholar of New Horizons
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
49%synergy
Tersa Lightshatter
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
48%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Boromir, Warden of the Tower
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
44%synergy
Anger
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
44%synergy
Millikin
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
48%synergy
Banon, the Returners' Leader
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
47%synergy
Quintorius, Field Historian
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
35%synergy
Magmakin Artillerist
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
36%synergy
Plargg, Dean of Chaos
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Sun Titan
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Quintorius, Loremaster
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
35%synergy
Teshar, Ancestor's Apostle
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
32%synergy
Conspiracy Theorist
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
35%synergy
Gau, Feral Youth
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Vanguard of the Restless
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
30%synergy
Relic Retriever
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
29%synergy
Naktamun Lorespinner
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
33%synergy
Witch Enchanter
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Angel of Indemnity
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Containment Construct
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Phelia, Exuberant Shepherd
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Glint-Horn Buccaneer
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Hofri Ghostforge
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Drogskol Reinforcements
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Cathar Commando
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Charming Scoundrel
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Moonshaker Cavalry
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Charming Prince
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Kami of Ancient Law
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
The Warring Triad
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Summon: G.F. Ifrit
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Kirol, Attentive First-Year
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Raph & Leo, Sibling Rivals
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Kirol, History Buff
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Augusta, Order Returned
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
18%synergy
Garrison Excavator
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Surly Badgersaur
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Seasoned Pyromancer
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Phyrexian Dragon Engine
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Drumbellower
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Weathered Sentinels
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Dragon's Rage Channeler
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-1%synergy
Mirror Entity
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Oliphaunt
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Claim Jumper
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Brutal Cathar
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Instants
Generous Gift
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
18%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
26%synergy
Boros Charm
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
-10%synergy
Big Score
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Demand Answers
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
29%synergy
Abrade
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Laughing Mad
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
35%synergy
Legion Leadership
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Electric Revelation
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Raphael's Technique
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Heartwarming Redemption
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Parting Gust
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Lightning Bolt
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
2%synergy
Unexpected Windfall
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Get Lost
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Lightning Axe
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Make Your Move
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Deflecting Swat
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-4%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Flashback
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Sorceries
Thrilling Discovery
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
44%synergy
Ceaseless Conflict
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
43%synergy
Grab the Prize
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
35%synergy
Cathartic Reunion
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Seize the Day
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Blasphemous Act
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-8%synergy
Witch's Mark
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Requisition Raid
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Wheel of Misfortune
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Helping Hand
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Split Up
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Storm Herd
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Makindi Stampede
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Ascend from Avernus
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Winds of Abandon
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Seize the Spoils
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Storm of Souls
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Taunt from the Rampart
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Earthquake
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Strike It Rich
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Sundering Eruption
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Romantic Rendezvous
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Leonardo's Technique
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Duel Tactics
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Improvisation Capstone
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Fateful Tempest
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Restoration Seminar
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Borrowed Knowledge
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Practiced Offense
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Dig Site Inventory
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Currency Converter
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
47%synergy
Power Conduit
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
29%synergy
Perpetual Timepiece
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
15%synergy
Mithril Coat
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
15%synergy
Mishra's Bauble
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Mesmeric Orb
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Chaos Wand
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Ruby Medallion
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Experimental Synthesizer
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Matzalantli, the Great Door
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Levitating Statue
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Argent Dais
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
3%synergy
Chainsaw
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Mirage Mirror
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Collector's Cage
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Unidentified Hovership
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Lightning Greaves
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-16%synergy
Sword of the Animist
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-4%synergy
Ensnaring Bridge
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Angel's Trumpet
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Collector's Vault
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Spear of Heliod
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Nutrient Block
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Enchantments
Warleader's Call
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
38%synergy
Cool but Rude
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
47%synergy
The Restoration of Eiganjo
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
36%synergy
Shared Animosity
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
33%synergy
Fable of the Mirror-Breaker
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
35%synergy
Advanced Reconstruction
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
29%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Seal from Existence
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Kickoff Celebrations
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Connecting the Dots
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Ghostly Prison
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
16%synergy
Solemnity
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Radiant Destiny
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Nahiri's Resolve
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
In the Trenches
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Smuggler's Share
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Aggravated Assault
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Wedding Announcement
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Reconnaissance
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Dawn of a New Age
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Touch the Spirit Realm
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Blind Obedience
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Double Vision
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
The Fall of Lord Konda
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Impact Tremors
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-3%synergy
Michiko's Reign of Truth
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Trial of a Time Lord
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Seal of Cleansing
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Paladin Class
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Monologue Tax
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Static Prison
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Renewed Solidarity
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Always Watching
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Land Tax
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
1%synergy
Heat Wave
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Dollmaker's Shop // Porcelain Gallery
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Aura of Silence
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Artist's Talent
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Amazing Alliance
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Firebender Ascension
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Lasting Tarfire
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Primary Research
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Utility Lands
Ancient Den
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Great Furnace
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
29%synergy
Emeria, the Sky Ruin
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
34%synergy
Nesting Grounds
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Mistveil Plains
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Witch's Clinic
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Lotus Field
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-8%synergy
Roadside Reliquary
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Dalkovan Encampment
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Cori Mountain Monastery
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Arid Archway
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Tectonic Edge
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
War Room
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Minas Tirith
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
0%synergy
Geier Reach Sanitarium
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Command Beacon
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
High Market
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-4%synergy
Guildless Commons
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Rogue's Passage
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-18%synergy
Abandoned Air Temple
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
3%synergy
Mind Stone
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
38%synergy
Arcane Signet
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
-30%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
-2%synergy
Boros Signet
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
-12%synergy
Patchwork Banner
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Fellwar Stone
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-0%synergy
Bender's Waterskin
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Tablet of Discovery
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
14%synergy
Mountain
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
2%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
2%synergy
Sacred Foundry
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
40%synergy
Rugged Prairie
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
43%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Radiant Summit
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
65%synergy
Battlefield Forge
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
18%synergy
Spectator Seating
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
36%synergy
Turbulent Steppe
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
57%synergy
Fabled Passage
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
51%synergy
Exotic Orchard
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Sundown Pass
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
28%synergy
Elegant Parlor
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
30%synergy
Arid Mesa
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Glittering Massif
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
41%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
-7%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
13%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Prismatic Vista
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Witch Enchanter
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Lorehold Campus
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Legion Leadership
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Path of Ancestry
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Marsh Flats
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Flooded Strand
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Windswept Heath
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Makindi Stampede
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Conduit Pylons
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-4%synergy
Urza's Cave
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Wooded Foothills
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Valgavoth's Lair
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Temple of Triumph
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-25%synergy
Alpine Meadow
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Demolition Field
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Scene of the Crime
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Plateau
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
0%synergy
Sundering Eruption
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Scalding Tarn
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-4%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Capital City
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Fields of Strife
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
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