Shalai and Hallar (Commander) - Birthing Pod

Tyler Bucks
Mar 17, 2026
Budget Replacements for Doubling Season in Commander
Doubling Season is one of the most well known cards for Commander players. But it's expensive! Let's look at some cheaper alternatives.
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Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Germination Practicum
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
47%synergy
High Synergy Cards
The Red Terror
100%inclusion31 decks31 decks
98%synergy
Eldritch Evolution
94%inclusion29 decks31 decks
90%synergy
Heliod, Sun-Crowned
90%inclusion28 decks31 decks
89%synergy
Birthing Pod
90%inclusion28 decks31 decks
89%synergy
Grand Abolisher
90%inclusion28 decks31 decks
85%synergy
Esper Sentinel
97%inclusion30 decks31 decks
84%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
84%inclusion26 decks31 decks
82%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
84%inclusion26 decks31 decks
81%synergy
Eladamri's Call
90%inclusion28 decks31 decks
81%synergy
Delighted Halfling
90%inclusion28 decks31 decks
80%synergy
Top Cards
Birds of Paradise
97%inclusion30 decks31 decks
73%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
90%inclusion28 decks31 decks
33%synergy
Chord of Calling
84%inclusion26 decks31 decks
79%synergy
Walking Ballista
81%inclusion25 decks31 decks
78%synergy
Finale of Devastation
81%inclusion25 decks31 decks
73%synergy
Deflecting Swat
81%inclusion25 decks31 decks
68%synergy
Avacyn's Pilgrim
77%inclusion24 decks31 decks
66%synergy
Bloom Tender
77%inclusion24 decks31 decks
69%synergy
Silence
77%inclusion24 decks31 decks
74%synergy
Sylvan Library
77%inclusion24 decks31 decks
69%synergy
Game Changers
Worldly Tutor
97%inclusion30 decks31 decks
84%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
90%inclusion28 decks31 decks
78%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
81%inclusion25 decks31 decks
78%synergy
Chrome Mox
68%inclusion21 decks31 decks
65%synergy
Ancient Tomb
52%inclusion16 decks31 decks
45%synergy
Mox Diamond
52%inclusion16 decks31 decks
50%synergy
Gaea's Cradle
48%inclusion15 decks31 decks
43%synergy
Smothering Tithe
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
32%synergy
The One Ring
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
40%synergy
Survival of the Fittest
42%inclusion13 decks31 decks
41%synergy
Creatures
Formidable Speaker
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
65%synergy
Kutzil, Malamet Exemplar
65%inclusion20 decks31 decks
43%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
65%inclusion20 decks31 decks
62%synergy
Archon of Emeria
61%inclusion19 decks31 decks
60%synergy
Aven Mindcensor
61%inclusion19 decks31 decks
60%synergy
Llanowar Elves
52%inclusion16 decks31 decks
36%synergy
Voice of Victory
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
46%synergy
Hexing Squelcher
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
46%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
48%inclusion15 decks31 decks
45%synergy
Elvish Mystic
48%inclusion15 decks31 decks
37%synergy
Simian Spirit Guide
48%inclusion15 decks31 decks
46%synergy
Elvish Spirit Guide
48%inclusion15 decks31 decks
46%synergy
Collector Ouphe
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
43%synergy
Dauntless Dismantler
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
44%synergy
Fyndhorn Elves
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
38%synergy
Allosaurus Shepherd
42%inclusion13 decks31 decks
40%synergy
Eidolon of Rhetoric
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
38%synergy
Fauna Shaman
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
37%synergy
Rocco, Cabaretti Caterer
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
36%synergy
Dockside Extortionist
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
38%synergy
Endurance
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
34%synergy
Recruiter of the Guard
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
34%synergy
Ouroboroid
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Patrolling Peacemaker
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Badgermole Cub
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
24%synergy
Eternal Witness
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
26%synergy
Arbor Elf
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
29%synergy
Destiny Spinner
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
30%synergy
Boromir, Warden of the Tower
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
30%synergy
War Elemental
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
28%synergy
Managorger Hydra
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
26%synergy
Sylvan Safekeeper
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
24%synergy
Ethersworn Canonist
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
29%synergy
Mother of Runes
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
23%synergy
Shalai, Voice of Plenty
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
23%synergy
Vexing Shusher
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
25%synergy
Emiel the Blessed
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
24%synergy
Aven Interrupter
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
24%synergy
Warden of the Grove
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Aerith Gainsborough
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
15%synergy
Doorkeeper Thrull
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
22%synergy
Rosie Cotton of South Lane
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Sigarda, Font of Blessings
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
22%synergy
Basking Broodscale
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
19%synergy
Tinder Wall
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
21%synergy
Forgotten Ancient
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
15%synergy
Giver of Runes
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
18%synergy
Linvala, Keeper of Silence
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
19%synergy
Thalia, Guardian of Thraben
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
19%synergy
Instants
Veil of Summer
71%inclusion22 decks31 decks
68%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
55%inclusion17 decks31 decks
52%synergy
Path to Exile
55%inclusion17 decks31 decks
1%synergy
Pyroblast
55%inclusion17 decks31 decks
52%synergy
Noxious Revival
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
43%synergy
Crop Rotation
42%inclusion13 decks31 decks
34%synergy
Force of Vigor
42%inclusion13 decks31 decks
40%synergy
Lightning Bolt
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
29%synergy
Signal the Clans
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
28%synergy
Restoration Magic
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Heroic Intervention
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
-17%synergy
Legolas's Quick Reflexes
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
21%synergy
Nature's Claim
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
18%synergy
Teferi's Protection
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Archdruid's Charm
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
17%synergy
Abrade
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Autumn's Veil
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Savage Summoning
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Angel's Grace
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Generous Gift
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
-9%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
-1%synergy
Tibalt's Trickery
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Beast Within
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
-18%synergy
Reprieve
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Valakut Awakening
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Snakeskin Veil
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Orim's Chant
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
7%synergy
Chaos Warp
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-13%synergy
Dromoka's Command
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Summoner's Pact
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Final Showdown
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Thraben Charm
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-3%synergy
Calamity's Wake
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Shared Summons
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Take Up the Shield
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Sorceries
Nature's Rhythm
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
47%synergy
Jeska's Will
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
30%synergy
Gamble
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
32%synergy
Time of Need
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
32%synergy
Green Sun's Zenith
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Three Visits
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
-11%synergy
Farseek
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
-31%synergy
Altar of Bone
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Nature's Lore
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
-22%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
15%synergy
Sylvan Tutor
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Vandalblast
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-3%synergy
Faithless Looting
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Farewell
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-2%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Utility Artifacts
The Earth Crystal
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
17%synergy
Agatha's Soul Cauldron
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
18%synergy
Vexing Bauble
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Null Rod
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Thorn of Amethyst
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Defense Grid
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Ozolith, the Shattered Spire
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Cloudstone Curio
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Grafdigger's Cage
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Enchantments
Deafening Silence
65%inclusion20 decks31 decks
63%synergy
Rhythm of the Wild
52%inclusion16 decks31 decks
23%synergy
All Will Be One
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
40%synergy
Utopia Sprawl
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
30%synergy
Blind Obedience
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
34%synergy
Terrasymbiosis
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
24%synergy
Loading Zone
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Carpet of Flowers
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
30%synergy
Wild Growth
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
24%synergy
High Noon
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
28%synergy
Rest in Peace
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
22%synergy
Touch the Spirit Realm
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
18%synergy
Stony Silence
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Underworld Breach
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
10%synergy
Birthing Ritual
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Rule of Law
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Cathars' Crusade
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Innkeeper's Talent
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
4%synergy
Felidar Retreat
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-10%synergy
Food Chain
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Swift Reconfiguration
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Hardened Scales
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-3%synergy
Cleric Class
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Battles
Invasion of Ikoria
65%inclusion20 decks31 decks
60%synergy
Planeswalkers
Karn, the Great Creator
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Vivien on the Hunt
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Utility Lands
Boseiju, Who Endures
74%inclusion23 decks31 decks
58%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
26%synergy
Abandoned Air Temple
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
27%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
15%synergy
Urza's Saga
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Shifting Woodland
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
10%synergy
Gavony Township
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Emergence Zone
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Reliquary Tower
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-12%synergy
Rogue's Passage
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-20%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
94%inclusion29 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Arcane Signet
77%inclusion24 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Lotus Petal
71%inclusion22 decks31 decks
67%synergy
Mana Vault
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
36%synergy
Fellwar Stone
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
28%synergy
Mana Crypt
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
25%synergy
Mox Opal
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
18%synergy
Talisman of Unity
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
1%synergy
Mox Amber
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Mind Stone
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Talisman of Impulse
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
1%synergy
Jeweled Lotus
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
94%inclusion29 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Stomping Ground
90%inclusion28 decks31 decks
46%synergy
Wooded Foothills
90%inclusion28 decks31 decks
60%synergy
Temple Garden
90%inclusion28 decks31 decks
48%synergy
Windswept Heath
87%inclusion27 decks31 decks
55%synergy
Forest
81%inclusion25 decks31 decks
-16%synergy
Exotic Orchard
77%inclusion24 decks31 decks
24%synergy
Arid Mesa
77%inclusion24 decks31 decks
50%synergy
Sacred Foundry
71%inclusion22 decks31 decks
31%synergy
Plains
68%inclusion21 decks31 decks
-29%synergy
Savannah
65%inclusion20 decks31 decks
54%synergy
City of Brass
65%inclusion20 decks31 decks
58%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
61%inclusion19 decks31 decks
56%synergy
Bountiful Promenade
61%inclusion19 decks31 decks
33%synergy
Flooded Strand
61%inclusion19 decks31 decks
56%synergy
Plateau
58%inclusion18 decks31 decks
48%synergy
Misty Rainforest
55%inclusion17 decks31 decks
49%synergy
Mountain
55%inclusion17 decks31 decks
-40%synergy
Taiga
52%inclusion16 decks31 decks
41%synergy
Spectator Seating
52%inclusion16 decks31 decks
27%synergy
Marsh Flats
48%inclusion15 decks31 decks
43%synergy
Jetmir's Garden
48%inclusion15 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Mana Confluence
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
39%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
40%synergy
Spire Garden
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Cavern of Souls
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
29%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
36%synergy
Forbidden Orchard
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
34%synergy
Scalding Tarn
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
28%synergy
Brushland
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
1%synergy
Karplusan Forest
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Horizon Canopy
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Reflecting Pool
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
14%synergy
Battlefield Forge
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
-4%synergy
Hushwood Verge
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Sunpetal Grove
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
-23%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
-27%synergy
Thornspire Verge
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Cragcrown Pathway
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Valakut Awakening
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Sheltering Landscape
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
-4%synergy
Tarnished Citadel
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Rootbound Crag
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
-29%synergy
Escape Tunnel
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Game Trail
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-14%synergy
Prismatic Vista
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Witch Enchanter
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
2%synergy