Ian Malcolm, Chaotician (Commander) - Upgraded Control

Ian Malcolm, Chaotician
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Top 10 Group Hug Commanders for Lavaleaper
With Lavaleaper from Lorwyn Eclipsed giving us an updated Mana Flare effect, let's look at the Group Hug commanders that should play it.
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