Minthara, Merciless Soul (Commander) - Expensive Sacrifice

Julia Maddalena
Dec 26, 2025
Fire and Ice: Which Cards Are Hot and Cold for Azlask, the Swelling Scourge?
This week on Fire and Ice, Julia breaks down the hot and cold cards for a popular Eldrazi commander: Azlask, the Swelling Scourge.
Deck Filters
Cardsphere
Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Endless Foot Assault
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Susur Secundi, Void Altar
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
95%synergy
Nested Shambler
76%inclusion25 decks33 decks
74%synergy
Phyrexian Tower
85%inclusion28 decks33 decks
68%synergy
Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion
70%inclusion23 decks33 decks
65%synergy
Hidden Stockpile
67%inclusion22 decks33 decks
63%synergy
Metastatic Evangel
67%inclusion18 decks27 decks
62%synergy
Bitterblossom
70%inclusion23 decks33 decks
62%synergy
Jadar, Ghoulcaller of Nephalia
64%inclusion21 decks33 decks
60%synergy
Elenda, the Dusk Rose
79%inclusion26 decks33 decks
59%synergy
Drown in Ichor
61%inclusion20 decks33 decks
58%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
82%inclusion27 decks33 decks
18%synergy
Skullclamp
79%inclusion26 decks33 decks
52%synergy
Lotho, Corrupt Shirriff
73%inclusion24 decks33 decks
53%synergy
Deadly Dispute
73%inclusion24 decks33 decks
51%synergy
Esper Sentinel
73%inclusion24 decks33 decks
55%synergy
Rite of Oblivion
67%inclusion22 decks33 decks
58%synergy
Path to Exile
67%inclusion22 decks33 decks
17%synergy
Adeline, Resplendent Cathar
64%inclusion21 decks33 decks
58%synergy
Yawgmoth, Thran Physician
64%inclusion21 decks33 decks
57%synergy
Victimize
61%inclusion20 decks33 decks
43%synergy
Game Changers
Smothering Tithe
55%inclusion18 decks33 decks
32%synergy
Teferi's Protection
27%inclusion9 decks33 decks
12%synergy
Demonic Tutor
27%inclusion9 decks33 decks
12%synergy
Field of the Dead
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
19%synergy
Vampiric Tutor
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
10%synergy
Ancient Tomb
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
12%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
1%synergy
Orcish Bowmasters
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Chrome Mox
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
6%synergy
Imperial Seal
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Creatures
Patrolling Peacemaker
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
73%synergy
Syr Vondam, Sunstar Exemplar
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
67%synergy
Aang, Airbending Master
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
75%synergy
Carmen, Cruel Skymarcher
61%inclusion20 decks33 decks
52%synergy
Elas il-Kor, Sadistic Pilgrim
61%inclusion20 decks33 decks
26%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
55%inclusion18 decks33 decks
39%synergy
Grateful Apparition
55%inclusion18 decks33 decks
52%synergy
Bitterbloom Bearer
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
46%synergy
Denethor, Ruling Steward
48%inclusion16 decks33 decks
44%synergy
Disciple of Bolas
48%inclusion16 decks33 decks
46%synergy
Viscera Seer
48%inclusion16 decks33 decks
28%synergy
Shadowheart, Dark Justiciar
45%inclusion15 decks33 decks
43%synergy
Kambal, Profiteering Mayor
45%inclusion15 decks33 decks
33%synergy
Pitiless Plunderer
45%inclusion15 decks33 decks
29%synergy
Selfless Spirit
42%inclusion14 decks33 decks
31%synergy
Mirkwood Bats
39%inclusion13 decks33 decks
25%synergy
Charismatic Conqueror
39%inclusion13 decks33 decks
28%synergy
Elenda's Hierophant
39%inclusion13 decks33 decks
28%synergy
Braids, Arisen Nightmare
39%inclusion13 decks33 decks
27%synergy
Jacked Rabbit
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
38%synergy
Ruthless Lawbringer
36%inclusion12 decks33 decks
33%synergy
Sun Titan
36%inclusion12 decks33 decks
24%synergy
Boggart Trawler
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
26%synergy
Daxos the Returned
33%inclusion11 decks33 decks
32%synergy
Warren Soultrader
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
24%synergy
Accursed Marauder
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
26%synergy
Corpse Knight
30%inclusion10 decks33 decks
18%synergy
Zulaport Cutthroat
30%inclusion10 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Cathar Commando
30%inclusion10 decks33 decks
23%synergy
Bartolomé del Presidio
30%inclusion10 decks33 decks
14%synergy
Witch Enchanter
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
18%synergy
Mondrak, Glory Dominus
27%inclusion9 decks33 decks
18%synergy
Dalkovan Packbeasts
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Sephiroth, Fabled SOLDIER
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
18%synergy
Elegy Acolyte
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Umbral Collar Zealot
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
16%synergy
Eirdu, Carrier of Dawn
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Azula, Ruthless Firebender
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Suki, Courageous Rescuer
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Joo Dee, One of Many
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Ghoulcaller Gisa
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
23%synergy
Blood Artist
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
-6%synergy
Company Commander
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
22%synergy
Spirited Companion
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
19%synergy
Ocelot Pride
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
18%synergy
Plaguecrafter
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
16%synergy
Morbid Opportunist
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Ruthless Technomancer
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
20%synergy
Thalisse, Reverent Medium
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
14%synergy
Carrion Feeder
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
12%synergy
Instants
Village Rites
55%inclusion18 decks33 decks
32%synergy
Inkshield
52%inclusion17 decks33 decks
33%synergy
Anguished Unmaking
48%inclusion16 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Ephemerate
39%inclusion13 decks33 decks
32%synergy
Corrupted Conviction
39%inclusion13 decks33 decks
29%synergy
Generous Gift
36%inclusion12 decks33 decks
13%synergy
Akroma's Will
36%inclusion12 decks33 decks
30%synergy
Fell the Profane
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
21%synergy
Despark
33%inclusion11 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
30%inclusion10 decks33 decks
22%synergy
Grand Crescendo
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
19%synergy
Whisper of the Dross
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
14%synergy
Fanatical Offering
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
13%synergy
Dark Ritual
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
-9%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Secure the Wastes
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
11%synergy
Deadly Rollick
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
0%synergy
Cloudshift
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
6%synergy
Call the Coppercoats
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
-1%synergy
Go for the Throat
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Get Lost
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
6%synergy
Doom Blade
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Saw in Half
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Fracture
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
-10%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
0%synergy
Sheoldred's Edict
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Treacherous Greed
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Final Showdown
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Carrion
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
6%synergy
Costly Plunder
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Plumb the Forbidden
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
0%synergy
Reprieve
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
-2%synergy
Mortify
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
-16%synergy
Sorceries
Damn
42%inclusion14 decks33 decks
10%synergy
Toxic Deluge
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Diabolic Intent
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Austere Command
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
-2%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Reanimate
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
-1%synergy
Sign in Blood
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
-6%synergy
Vat Emergence
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Lingering Souls
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
6%synergy
Mandate of Abaddon
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Unearth
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Vindicate
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
-3%synergy
Shadow Summoning
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Blasphemous Edict
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Final Vengeance
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
5%synergy
Lively Dirge
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Helping Hand
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Winds of Abandon
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Agadeem's Awakening
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
2%synergy
Read the Bones
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
-4%synergy
Beseech the Mirror
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Rise of the Dark Realms
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Ashnod's Altar
55%inclusion18 decks33 decks
36%synergy
Phyrexian Altar
45%inclusion15 decks33 decks
34%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
33%inclusion11 decks33 decks
20%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
24%synergy
Contagion Clasp
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
14%synergy
Throne of Geth
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
13%synergy
Noble's Purse
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
15%synergy
Expedition Map
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
10%synergy
Idol of Oblivion
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
7%synergy
Pearl Medallion
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Soul-Guide Lantern
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Tarrian's Journal
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
6%synergy
Jet Medallion
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Eldrazi Monument
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
-16%synergy
Lightning Greaves
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
-11%synergy
Altar of Dementia
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Found Footage
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
6%synergy
Altar of Bhaal
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
6%synergy
Vat of Rebirth
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
3%synergy
The One Ring
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
0%synergy
Relic Vial
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Shadowspear
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Recon Craft Theta
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
6%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Dragon Throne of Tarkir
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
6%synergy
Retrofitter Foundry
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
6%synergy
Conjurer's Closet
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
2%synergy
Enchantments
Tolls of War
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
74%synergy
Black Market Connections
55%inclusion18 decks33 decks
33%synergy
Skrelv's Hive
42%inclusion14 decks33 decks
37%synergy
Call for Unity
36%inclusion12 decks33 decks
35%synergy
Anointed Procession
33%inclusion11 decks33 decks
25%synergy
Muster the Departed
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
24%synergy
Funeral Room // Awakening Hall
25%inclusion4 decks16 decks
21%synergy
SOLDIER Military Program
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Dollmaker's Shop // Porcelain Gallery
25%inclusion4 decks16 decks
24%synergy
Airbender Ascension
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Bastion of Remembrance
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
6%synergy
Teleportation Circle
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
16%synergy
Black Market
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Rabble Rousing
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
14%synergy
March of the Canonized
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Monologue Tax
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
12%synergy
Phyrexian Arena
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
-14%synergy
Caretaker's Talent
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Dreadhorde Invasion
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
10%synergy
The Meathook Massacre
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
2%synergy
Divine Visitation
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Legion's Landing
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Chthonian Nightmare
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
7%synergy
Vampiric Rites
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
2%synergy
Grave Pact
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
0%synergy
Far Traveler
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
7%synergy
Intangible Virtue
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Felidar Retreat
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Murder Investigation
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
6%synergy
Dictate of Erebos
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
0%synergy
Chivalric Alliance
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Kaya's Ghostform
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
-3%synergy
Land Tax
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
-5%synergy
Court of Grace
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
2%synergy
Battles
Invasion of Tolvada
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
7%synergy
Planeswalkers
Vraska, Betrayal's Sting
39%inclusion13 decks33 decks
37%synergy
Elspeth, Storm Slayer
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
The Eternal Wanderer
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
22%synergy
Elspeth, Sun's Champion
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
7%synergy
Liliana, Dreadhorde General
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Tevesh Szat, Doom of Fools
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Midgar, City of Mako
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
69%synergy
Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
67%inclusion22 decks33 decks
46%synergy
Karn's Bastion
58%inclusion19 decks33 decks
53%synergy
Bojuka Bog
52%inclusion17 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Vault of the Archangel
45%inclusion15 decks33 decks
12%synergy
High Market
42%inclusion14 decks33 decks
31%synergy
Cabal Coffers
30%inclusion10 decks33 decks
19%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
30%inclusion10 decks33 decks
24%synergy
Fountainport
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
23%synergy
Dalkovan Encampment
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Urza's Saga
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
19%synergy
Minas Tirith
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
17%synergy
Takenuma, Abandoned Mire
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
13%synergy
Westvale Abbey
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
13%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Rogue's Passage
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
-5%synergy
Spymaster's Vault
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Castle Locthwain
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Reliquary Tower
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
-11%synergy
Windbrisk Heights
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Starlit Sanctum
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
7%synergy
Strip Mine
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
7%synergy
Hidden Courtyard
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Field of Ruin
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
7%synergy
Shizo, Death's Storehouse
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
1%synergy
Mortuary Mire
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
1%synergy
Ghost Quarter
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Witch's Cottage
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Barad-dûr
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Guildless Commons
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
88%inclusion29 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Arcane Signet
82%inclusion27 decks33 decks
2%synergy
Talisman of Hierarchy
67%inclusion22 decks33 decks
14%synergy
Aetheric Amplifier
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
59%synergy
Mind Stone
52%inclusion17 decks33 decks
28%synergy
Orzhov Signet
45%inclusion15 decks33 decks
-10%synergy
Staff of Compleation
39%inclusion13 decks33 decks
37%synergy
Commander's Sphere
27%inclusion9 decks33 decks
12%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
15%synergy
Crowded Crypt
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
13%synergy
Jeweled Lotus
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
12%synergy
Lotus Petal
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Mana Crypt
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Fellwar Stone
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
-12%synergy
Glistening Sphere
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Orzhov Locket
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Thought Vessel
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
-8%synergy
Sonic Screwdriver
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
6%synergy
Chromatic Star
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
6%synergy
Lands
Swamp
100%inclusion33 decks33 decks
2%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion33 decks33 decks
2%synergy
Godless Shrine
97%inclusion32 decks33 decks
46%synergy
Command Tower
88%inclusion29 decks33 decks
2%synergy
Vault of Champions
88%inclusion29 decks33 decks
48%synergy
Marsh Flats
85%inclusion28 decks33 decks
55%synergy
Scrubland
79%inclusion26 decks33 decks
67%synergy
Prismatic Vista
76%inclusion25 decks33 decks
70%synergy
Caves of Koilos
70%inclusion23 decks33 decks
13%synergy
Isolated Chapel
70%inclusion23 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Orzhov Basilica
67%inclusion22 decks33 decks
26%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
64%inclusion21 decks33 decks
57%synergy
Fabled Passage
61%inclusion20 decks33 decks
50%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
61%inclusion20 decks33 decks
55%synergy
Arid Mesa
61%inclusion20 decks33 decks
55%synergy
Shadowy Backstreet
55%inclusion18 decks33 decks
32%synergy
Windswept Heath
55%inclusion18 decks33 decks
49%synergy
Shattered Sanctum
52%inclusion17 decks33 decks
16%synergy
Polluted Delta
45%inclusion15 decks33 decks
40%synergy
Silent Clearing
45%inclusion15 decks33 decks
30%synergy
Evolving Wilds
42%inclusion14 decks33 decks
22%synergy
Bleachbone Verge
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Flooded Strand
39%inclusion13 decks33 decks
33%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
36%inclusion12 decks33 decks
22%synergy
Fell the Profane
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
21%synergy
Boggart Trawler
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
26%synergy
Fetid Heath
30%inclusion10 decks33 decks
-10%synergy
Witch Enchanter
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
18%synergy
Myriad Landscape
27%inclusion9 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Vibrant Cityscape
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Obscura Storefront
24%inclusion8 decks33 decks
21%synergy
Tainted Field
21%inclusion7 decks33 decks
-30%synergy
Brightclimb Pathway
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
-9%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Urza's Cave
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
12%synergy
Snowfield Sinkhole
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Demolition Field
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Snow-Covered Plains
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Snow-Covered Swamp
12%inclusion4 decks33 decks
9%synergy
Escape Tunnel
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
7%synergy
Exotic Orchard
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
-16%synergy
Mirrex
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
8%synergy
Sunlit Marsh
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
-2%synergy
Concealed Courtyard
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
-15%synergy
Agadeem's Awakening
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
2%synergy
Shire Terrace
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Promising Vein
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Mana Confluence
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
3%synergy