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.
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Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Origin of Metalbending
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Sage of Hours
88%inclusion21 decks24 decks
85%synergy
Cold-Eyed Selkie
88%inclusion21 decks24 decks
75%synergy
Fathom Mage
79%inclusion19 decks24 decks
72%synergy
Simic Ascendancy
83%inclusion20 decks24 decks
70%synergy
Thrummingbird
75%inclusion18 decks24 decks
70%synergy
Bred for the Hunt
67%inclusion16 decks24 decks
62%synergy
Champion of Lambholt
67%inclusion16 decks24 decks
62%synergy
Gyre Sage
67%inclusion16 decks24 decks
61%synergy
Blighted Agent
58%inclusion14 decks24 decks
57%synergy
Herald of Secret Streams
63%inclusion15 decks24 decks
48%synergy
Top Cards
Llanowar Elves
58%inclusion14 decks24 decks
30%synergy
Inspiring Call
58%inclusion14 decks24 decks
45%synergy
Kami of Whispered Hopes
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
47%synergy
Elvish Mystic
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
30%synergy
Incubation Druid
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
42%synergy
Trygon Predator
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
44%synergy
Forgotten Ancient
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
43%synergy
Chasm Skulker
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
40%synergy
Rampant Growth
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Coiling Oracle
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
33%synergy
Game Changers
Seedborn Muse
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Creatures
Master Biomancer
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
39%synergy
Prime Speaker Zegana
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
32%synergy
Rishkar, Peema Renegade
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
32%synergy
Iridescent Hornbeetle
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
36%synergy
Cultivator of Blades
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
37%synergy
Beast Whisperer
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Reclamation Sage
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Wild Beastmaster
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Simic Manipulator
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Maraleaf Pixie
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Invisible Stalker
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
27%synergy
Vorel of the Hull Clade
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
21%synergy
Fyndhorn Elves
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Sakura-Tribe Elder
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Tainted Observer
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Managorger Hydra
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Evolution Witness
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
21%synergy
Gnarlid Colony
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Fertilid
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Evolution Sage
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Mystic Snake
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
17%synergy
Mycoloth
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Ezuri, Stalker of Spheres
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Duskshell Crawler
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Scavenging Ooze
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Eternal Witness
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
-4%synergy
Elusive Otter
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Momir Vig, Simic Visionary
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Toski, Bearer of Secrets
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Viral Drake
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Merfolk Skydiver
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Ilysian Caryatid
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Glen Elendra Archmage
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Zameck Guildmage
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Ivy Lane Denizen
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Marwyn, the Nurturer
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Chameleon, Master of Disguise
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Core Prowler
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Lonis, Cryptozoologist
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Hornet Queen
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Tekuthal, Inquiry Dominus
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Slither Blade
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Springbloom Druid
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Viridian Corrupter
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Tuskguard Captain
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Benthic Biomancer
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Ornery Tumblewagg
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Mausoleum Wanderer
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Vigean Graftmage
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Triton Shorestalker
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Instants
Growth Spiral
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
-7%synergy
Counterspell
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
-13%synergy
Negate
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Snakeskin Veil
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Repulsive Mutation
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Beast Within
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
-21%synergy
Pongify
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
0%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
-5%synergy
Bioshift
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Experimental Augury
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Spell Rupture
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Aetherize
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Steady Progress
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Harrow
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Strength of Will
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Disdainful Stroke
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Archmage's Charm
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Shared Summons
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Simic Charm
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Krosan Grip
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Invigorating Surge
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Infectious Bite
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Serum Snare
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Heritage Reclamation
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Return of the Wildspeaker
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-2%synergy
Incubation // Incongruity
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Brainstorm
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-6%synergy
Windswift Slice
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Ripples of Potential
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-1%synergy
Essence Scatter
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Plasm Capture
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Wrap in Vigor
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Stubborn Denial
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Tyvar's Stand
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Reality Shift
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-6%synergy
Unsummon
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Corrupted Resolve
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Arachnogenesis
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Tamiyo's Safekeeping
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Naturalize
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Mutant's Prey
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Archdruid's Charm
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Prologue to Phyresis
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Chord of Calling
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
0%synergy
Opt
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Cancel
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Slip Out the Back
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Miscast
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Biosynthic Burst
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Magic Damper
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Cultivate
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
-5%synergy
Tezzeret's Gambit
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
33%synergy
Unnatural Restoration
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
26%synergy
Contentious Plan
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
27%synergy
Wave Goodbye
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Thirsting Roots
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Overwhelming Stampede
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Expand the Sphere
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Nature's Lore
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-18%synergy
Fangs of Kalonia
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Flood of Tears
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Triumph of the Hordes
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Explore
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-12%synergy
Ezuri's Predation
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Kodama's Reach
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-28%synergy
Three Visits
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-15%synergy
Distorted Curiosity
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Rishkar's Expertise
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
0%synergy
Notorious Throng
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Smell Fear
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Body of Research
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Pest Infestation
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Farseek
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-17%synergy
Curse of the Swine
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-2%synergy
Serum Visions
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Glimpse the Core
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Swiftfoot Boots
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Staff of Domination
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Contagion Clasp
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
The Earth Crystal
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
11%synergy
Panharmonicon
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Rhonas's Monument
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Lightning Greaves
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-9%synergy
Ozolith, the Shattered Spire
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Lifecrafter's Bestiary
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Bident of Thassa
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Enchantments
Hardened Scales
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
27%synergy
Branching Evolution
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Primal Empathy
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Wizard Class
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Inexorable Tide
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Aqueous Form
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Guardian Project
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Witness Protection
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Awakening Zone
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Freed from the Real
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Tribute to the World Tree
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Hadana's Climb
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Stocking the Pantry
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Reconnaissance Mission
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Mana Reflection
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Corrupted Conscience
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Planeswalkers
Nissa, Voice of Zendikar
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Jiang Yanggu, Wildcrafter
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
32%synergy
Reliquary Tower
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
-8%synergy
Karn's Bastion
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
26%synergy
Oran-Rief, the Vastwood
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
33%synergy
Mosswort Bridge
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Llanowar Reborn
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Temple of the False God
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-3%synergy
Restless Vinestalk
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Lonely Sandbar
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Novijen, Heart of Progress
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Khalni Garden
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Lumbering Falls
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Access Tunnel
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Balamb Garden, SeeD Academy
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
3%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
67%inclusion16 decks24 decks
-14%synergy
Arcane Signet
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
-13%synergy
Simic Signet
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Thought Vessel
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Mind Stone
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Aetheric Amplifier
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Talisman of Curiosity
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-9%synergy
Moss Diamond
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Sky Diamond
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Lands
Island
100%inclusion24 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Forest
100%inclusion24 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Command Tower
75%inclusion18 decks24 decks
-10%synergy
Hinterland Harbor
58%inclusion14 decks24 decks
-1%synergy
Simic Growth Chamber
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Temple of Mystery
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Yavimaya Coast
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Flooded Grove
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Vineglimmer Snarl
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Thornwood Falls
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Exotic Orchard
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Dreamroot Cascade
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
-17%synergy
Tangled Islet
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Evolving Wilds
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
0%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Simic Guildgate
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Overflowing Basin
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
-3%synergy
Path of Ancestry
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
0%synergy
Tanglepool Bridge
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Woodland Stream
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Botanical Sanctum
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
0%synergy
Thriving Isle
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Rimewood Falls
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Thriving Grove
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Quandrix Campus
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Vivid Creek
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Ash Barrens
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Lush Oasis
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Rejuvenating Springs
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-36%synergy
Myriad Landscape
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-13%synergy
Vivid Grove
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy