Ezuri, Claw of Progress (Commander) - Budget Optimized

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Arnaud Gompertz
Aug 6, 2025
Can You Build Simic in Commander Without... Going Simic?
Can you go Simic without doing the Simic stuff that everyone dreads? Yes you can! Arnaud is here with some uncanny Commander deck ideas.
Deck Filters
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Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Sage of Hours
87%inclusion20 decks23 decks
85%synergy
Cold-Eyed Selkie
87%inclusion20 decks23 decks
75%synergy
Simic Ascendancy
87%inclusion20 decks23 decks
74%synergy
Thrummingbird
78%inclusion18 decks23 decks
73%synergy
Fathom Mage
78%inclusion18 decks23 decks
71%synergy
Bred for the Hunt
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
65%synergy
Champion of Lambholt
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
64%synergy
Gyre Sage
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
59%synergy
Blighted Agent
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
55%synergy
Herald of Secret Streams
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
51%synergy
Top Cards
Llanowar Elves
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
33%synergy
Elvish Mystic
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
32%synergy
Inspiring Call
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
43%synergy
Trygon Predator
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
50%synergy
Kami of Whispered Hopes
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
50%synergy
Incubation Druid
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
44%synergy
Forgotten Ancient
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
40%synergy
Chasm Skulker
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
42%synergy
Rampant Growth
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Master Biomancer
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
41%synergy
Game Changers
Seedborn Muse
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Creatures
Coiling Oracle
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
30%synergy
Iridescent Hornbeetle
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
42%synergy
Beast Whisperer
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
34%synergy
Reclamation Sage
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
25%synergy
Prime Speaker Zegana
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
29%synergy
Rishkar, Peema Renegade
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
30%synergy
Cultivator of Blades
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
34%synergy
Sakura-Tribe Elder
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Maraleaf Pixie
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
25%synergy
Wild Beastmaster
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
30%synergy
Simic Manipulator
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
29%synergy
Evolution Witness
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
22%synergy
Invisible Stalker
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
24%synergy
Fertilid
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
24%synergy
Vorel of the Hull Clade
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Evolution Sage
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Tainted Observer
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
25%synergy
Fyndhorn Elves
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Gnarlid Colony
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
25%synergy
Mystic Snake
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Eternal Witness
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Duskshell Crawler
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Ivy Lane Denizen
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Ezuri, Stalker of Spheres
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Chameleon, Master of Disguise
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
16%synergy
Viral Drake
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Elusive Otter
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Merfolk Skydiver
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Ilysian Caryatid
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Mycoloth
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Momir Vig, Simic Visionary
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Zameck Guildmage
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Managorger Hydra
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Scurry Oak
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Core Prowler
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Insidious Fungus
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Lonis, Cryptozoologist
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Scavenging Ooze
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Hornet Queen
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Slither Blade
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Glen Elendra Archmage
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Kiora's Follower
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-2%synergy
Mulldrifter
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Springbloom Druid
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Wood Elves
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Viridian Corrupter
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Toski, Bearer of Secrets
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Benthic Biomancer
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Tekuthal, Inquiry Dominus
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Skatewing Spy
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Instants
Negate
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Growth Spiral
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
-5%synergy
Counterspell
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
-11%synergy
Repulsive Mutation
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
25%synergy
Beast Within
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
-20%synergy
Pongify
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Snakeskin Veil
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
-4%synergy
Strength of Will
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
17%synergy
Experimental Augury
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Bioshift
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Harrow
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Aetherize
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Spell Rupture
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Disdainful Stroke
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Krosan Grip
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Archmage's Charm
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Shared Summons
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Simic Charm
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Steady Progress
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Invigorating Surge
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Infectious Bite
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Arachnogenesis
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Heritage Reclamation
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Return of the Wildspeaker
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-2%synergy
Incubation // Incongruity
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Mutant's Prey
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Wrap in Vigor
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Stubborn Denial
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Archdruid's Charm
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Prologue to Phyresis
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Tyvar's Stand
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Essence Scatter
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Chord of Calling
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Opt
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Cancel
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Unsummon
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Plasm Capture
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Brainstorm
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-6%synergy
Windswift Slice
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Naturalize
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Ripples of Potential
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
Miscast
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Corrupted Resolve
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Serum Snare
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Magic Damper
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Cultivate
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
-3%synergy
Tezzeret's Gambit
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
35%synergy
Wave Goodbye
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Unnatural Restoration
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
28%synergy
Contentious Plan
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
24%synergy
Thirsting Roots
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Overwhelming Stampede
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Expand the Sphere
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Kodama's Reach
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-23%synergy
Nature's Lore
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-17%synergy
Fangs of Kalonia
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Pest Infestation
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Flood of Tears
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Triumph of the Hordes
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Farseek
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-16%synergy
Three Visits
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-14%synergy
Serum Visions
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Rishkar's Expertise
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
0%synergy
Explore
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-12%synergy
Ezuri's Predation
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Body of Research
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Curse of the Swine
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-2%synergy
Glimpse the Core
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Distorted Curiosity
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Notorious Throng
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Smell Fear
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Swiftfoot Boots
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Staff of Domination
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Lightning Greaves
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
-4%synergy
Ozolith, the Shattered Spire
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Contagion Clasp
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Bident of Thassa
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Panharmonicon
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Rhonas's Monument
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
The Earth Crystal
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
7%synergy
Lifecrafter's Bestiary
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Hardened Scales
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Branching Evolution
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Primal Empathy
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
24%synergy
Inexorable Tide
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Wizard Class
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Guardian Project
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Aqueous Form
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Hadana's Climb
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Awakening Zone
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Witness Protection
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Freed from the Real
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Stocking the Pantry
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Reconnaissance Mission
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Corrupted Conscience
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Tribute to the World Tree
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Innkeeper's Talent
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Mana Reflection
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Planeswalkers
Nissa, Voice of Zendikar
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Jiang Yanggu, Wildcrafter
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
39%synergy
Reliquary Tower
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
-2%synergy
Karn's Bastion
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
24%synergy
Oran-Rief, the Vastwood
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
30%synergy
Mosswort Bridge
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Llanowar Reborn
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Temple of the False God
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-3%synergy
Restless Vinestalk
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Access Tunnel
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Lonely Sandbar
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Khalni Garden
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Novijen, Heart of Progress
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Zanarkand, Ancient Metropolis
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
4%synergy
Jidoor, Aristocratic Capital
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
4%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
-11%synergy
Arcane Signet
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
-11%synergy
Simic Signet
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Thought Vessel
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Aetheric Amplifier
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Talisman of Curiosity
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
-4%synergy
Mind Stone
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Moss Diamond
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Sky Diamond
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Lands
Island
100%inclusion23 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Forest
100%inclusion23 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Command Tower
83%inclusion19 decks23 decks
-3%synergy
Hinterland Harbor
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Simic Growth Chamber
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Yavimaya Coast
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Temple of Mystery
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
14%synergy
Flooded Grove
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Vineglimmer Snarl
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Thornwood Falls
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Exotic Orchard
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Tangled Islet
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Dreamroot Cascade
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
-16%synergy
Simic Guildgate
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Evolving Wilds
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
-3%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
-2%synergy
Path of Ancestry
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
0%synergy
Overflowing Basin
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
-2%synergy
Thriving Isle
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Botanical Sanctum
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Rejuvenating Springs
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-31%synergy
Rimewood Falls
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Thriving Grove
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Woodland Stream
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Myriad Landscape
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-13%synergy
Tanglepool Bridge
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Quandrix Campus
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Vivid Creek
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Vivid Grove
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Lush Oasis
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy