Kokusho, the Evening Star (Commander) - Combo

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Arnaud Gompertz
Sep 3, 2025
How to Build Golgari Without Being Golboring
Like to think outside the color box in Commander? This edition of Branching Out gives you some great ideas for unique Golgari builds.
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Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Twilight Diviner
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
56%synergy
Grave Venerations
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Feign Death
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
75%synergy
Undying Malice
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
74%synergy
Supernatural Stamina
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
68%synergy
Saw in Half
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
67%synergy
Animate Dead
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
66%synergy
Morbid Curiosity
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
65%synergy
Undying Evil
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
63%synergy
Soldevi Adnate
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
63%synergy
Reanimate
100%inclusion12 decks12 decks
61%synergy
Drivnod, Carnage Dominus
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
59%synergy
Top Cards
Dark Ritual
92%inclusion11 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Gray Merchant of Asphodel
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
32%synergy
Crypt Ghast
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
35%synergy
Jet Medallion
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
44%synergy
Not Dead After All
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
55%synergy
Feed the Swarm
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Kaya's Ghostform
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
57%synergy
Viscera Seer
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
50%synergy
Bloodletter of Aclazotz
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
48%synergy
Game Changers
Necropotence
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
52%synergy
Bolas's Citadel
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
4%synergy
The One Ring
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Vampiric Tutor
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
12%synergy
Demonic Tutor
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
-2%synergy
Imperial Seal
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Ancient Tomb
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Ad Nauseam
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Orcish Bowmasters
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Chrome Mox
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
11%synergy
Creatures
Vito, Thorn of the Dusk Rose
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
48%synergy
Disciple of Bolas
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
54%synergy
K'rrik, Son of Yawgmoth
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
39%synergy
Chainer, Dementia Master
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
45%synergy
Apprentice Necromancer
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
48%synergy
Darkstar Augur
36%inclusion4 decks11 decks
34%synergy
Warren Soultrader
36%inclusion4 decks11 decks
23%synergy
Razaketh, the Foulblooded
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
28%synergy
Doomed Necromancer
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
31%synergy
Carrion Feeder
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
22%synergy
Yawgmoth, Thran Physician
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Braids, Arisen Nightmare
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Umbral Collar Zealot
33%inclusion2 decks6 decks
25%synergy
Enduring Tenacity
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
20%synergy
Illuminor Szeras
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
21%synergy
Shadowheart, Dark Justiciar
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Dark Confidant
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
18%synergy
Plaguecrafter
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Morbid Opportunist
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Roaming Throne
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
22%synergy
Boggart Trawler
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Dread Presence
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Hell's Caretaker
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Blood Artist
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-15%synergy
Sidisi, Undead Vizier
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Ophiomancer
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
0%synergy
Mikaeus, the Unhallowed
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Palladium Myr
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Sheoldred, Whispering One
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Erebos, Bleak-Hearted
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Activated Sleeper
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Vein Ripper
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
12%synergy
Sephiroth, Fabled SOLDIER
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
11%synergy
Timeline Culler
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
12%synergy
The Speed Demon
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Scrawling Crawler
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Bloodthirsty Conqueror
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Rottenmouth Viper
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
5%synergy
Accursed Marauder
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
-12%synergy
Murderous Rider
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Brainstealer Dragon
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Opposition Agent
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-1%synergy
Magus of the Coffers
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Cavalier of Night
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Priest of Forgotten Gods
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
0%synergy
Sheoldred, the Apocalypse
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-6%synergy
Stronghold Assassin
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Falkenrath Noble
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Ayara, First of Locthwain
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-17%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Instants
Malakir Rebirth
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
52%synergy
Nasty End
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
55%synergy
Sacrifice
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
45%synergy
Village Rites
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Deadly Dispute
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Return to Action
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
49%synergy
Fake Your Own Death
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
43%synergy
Withering Torment
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Abnormal Endurance
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
41%synergy
Stinging Study
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
31%synergy
Wake the Dead
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
32%synergy
Flare of Malice
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
14%synergy
Demonic Gifts
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Imp's Mischief
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Defile
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
-12%synergy
Presumed Dead
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Fell the Profane
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
-1%synergy
Eviscerator's Insight
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
16%synergy
Reckoner's Bargain
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Snuff Out
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Corpse Dance
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Culling the Weak
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Corrupted Conviction
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Grim Return
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Overkill
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
9%synergy
Archenemy's Charm
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
8%synergy
Consuming Corruption
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
-7%synergy
Null Elemental Blast
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Hagra Mauling
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Deadly Rollick
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-16%synergy
Force of Despair
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Sheoldred's Edict
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-6%synergy
Entomb
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-4%synergy
Go for the Throat
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-15%synergy
Fanatical Offering
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Goryo's Vengeance
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Cabal Ritual
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-10%synergy
Soul Shatter
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-4%synergy
Altar's Reap
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Withering Boon
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Costly Plunder
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Necrologia
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Infernal Grasp
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-17%synergy
Rain of Filth
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Eat to Extinction
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Sudden Spoiling
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-1%synergy
Dismember
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-2%synergy
Sorceries
Toxic Deluge
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
21%synergy
Blasphemous Edict
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
39%synergy
Victimize
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Mutilate
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Diabolic Intent
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
19%synergy
Insatiable Avarice
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
21%synergy
Footsteps of the Goryo
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
33%synergy
Night's Whisper
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
0%synergy
Exsanguinate
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
0%synergy
Sign in Blood
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
-11%synergy
Exhume
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Incarnation Technique
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Peer into the Abyss
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Torment of Hailfire
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Yawgmoth's Will
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Dread Return
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Bubbling Muck
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Living Death
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Zombify
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Damnation
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-4%synergy
Zero Point Ballad
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
14%synergy
Come Back Wrong
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
6%synergy
Selective Obliteration
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Black Sun's Zenith
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Deadly Cover-Up
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Diabolic Tutor
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-6%synergy
Skulltap
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Feed the Infection
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Blood on the Snow
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Dead of Winter
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Agadeem's Awakening
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Make an Example
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Read the Bones
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-9%synergy
Innocent Blood
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Ancient Craving
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Buried Alive
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-3%synergy
Ambition's Cost
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Necromantic Selection
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Stitch Together
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Ill-Gotten Gains
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Dimir Machinations
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Beseech the Mirror
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Ashnod's Altar
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
39%synergy
Nim Deathmantle
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
47%synergy
Phyrexian Altar
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
37%synergy
Blade of Selves
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
49%synergy
Aetherflux Reservoir
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
32%synergy
Expedition Map
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
21%synergy
Strionic Resonator
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Skullclamp
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-5%synergy
Helm of the Host
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Lifeline
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
World Map
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
15%synergy
Peter Parker's Camera
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
16%synergy
Disruptor Flute
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Chimil, the Inner Sun
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Soul-Guide Lantern
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Ratchet Bomb
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Cloud Key
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Crucible of Worlds
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Cauldron of Souls
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Wishclaw Talisman
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Well of Lost Dreams
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Forcefield
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Altar of the Wretched
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Isochron Scepter
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Helm of Awakening
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Enchantments
Black Market Connections
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
35%synergy
Phyrexian Arena
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Dance of the Dead
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
38%synergy
Phyrexian Reclamation
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Sanguine Bond
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
21%synergy
Fungal Fortitude
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
32%synergy
Chthonian Nightmare
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
24%synergy
Necromancy
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
19%synergy
Exquisite Blood
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
12%synergy
Heartless Summoning
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
20%synergy
Strands of Night
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
The Sibsig Ceremony
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Dark Tutelage
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
The Meathook Massacre
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-9%synergy
Black Market
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-13%synergy
Underworld Connections
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Contamination
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Tainted Remedy
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Minion's Return
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Wound Reflection
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
No Mercy
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Gate to Phyrexia
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Parasitic Impetus
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Necrogen Communion
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Planeswalkers
Liliana, Dreadhorde General
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-5%synergy
Tevesh Szat, Doom of Fools
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Lolth, Spider Queen
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Liliana of the Dark Realms
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-6%synergy
Ugin, the Spirit Dragon
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Utility Lands
Phyrexian Tower
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
59%synergy
Cabal Coffers
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
20%synergy
Bojuka Bog
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
11%synergy
Reliquary Tower
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
28%synergy
High Market
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
43%synergy
Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
12%synergy
Command Beacon
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
33%synergy
Takenuma, Abandoned Mire
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
18%synergy
War Room
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Lake of the Dead
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
20%synergy
Castle Locthwain
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Cabal Stronghold
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-18%synergy
Mortuary Mire
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Barren Moor
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Maze of Ith
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Witch's Cottage
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-8%synergy
Volrath's Stronghold
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-13%synergy
Midgar, City of Mako
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
5%synergy
Susur Secundi, Void Altar
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
9%synergy
Accursed Duneyard
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Spymaster's Vault
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
-1%synergy
Desert of the Glorified
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Hostile Hostel
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Memorial to Folly
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Urza's Tower
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Urza's Mine
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Blast Zone
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Vesuva
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Urza's Saga
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
0%synergy
Mishra's Factory
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
The Tabernacle at Pendrell Vale
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Glacial Chasm
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Haunted Fengraf
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Diamond Valley
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Inventors' Fair
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Polluted Mire
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Deserted Temple
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Temple of the False God
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
0%synergy
Leechridden Swamp
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Urza's Power Plant
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Mariposa Military Base
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Field of Ruin
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
92%inclusion11 decks12 decks
30%synergy
Sol Ring
92%inclusion11 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Thought Vessel
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Charcoal Diamond
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
19%synergy
Mind Stone
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
12%synergy
Fellwar Stone
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
19%synergy
The Soul Stone
33%inclusion2 decks6 decks
20%synergy
Worn Powerstone
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
21%synergy
Coldsteel Heart
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Throne of Eldraine
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Sceptre of Eternal Glory
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Planar Atlas
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Decanter of Endless Water
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Dragon's Hoard
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Star Compass
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Extraplanar Lens
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Lands
Swamp
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
-12%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
52%synergy
Lazotep Quarry
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
26%synergy
Fell the Profane
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
-1%synergy
Urza's Cave
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
10%synergy
Boggart Trawler
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Myriad Landscape
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-9%synergy
Cavern of Souls
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Snow-Covered Swamp
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Planar Nexus
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Hagra Mauling
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Prismatic Vista
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Agadeem's Awakening
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Demolition Field
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Marsh Flats
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Polluted Delta
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy