Treebeard, Gracious Host (Commander) - Expensive Lifegain

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Mike Carrozza
Oct 29, 2025
Am I The Bolas? - Tricky Treat
On this week's Am I the Bolas: If you play a card that can outright kill an opponent, should you feel bad when it does?
Deck Filters
Cardsphere
Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Study the Classics
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
50%synergy
Moonlit Lamenter
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Brigid, Clachan's Heart
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
4%synergy
Sapling Nursery
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Essence Warden
89%inclusion58 decks65 decks
81%synergy
Soul Warden
89%inclusion58 decks65 decks
79%synergy
Delighted Halfling
78%inclusion51 decks65 decks
70%synergy
Soul's Attendant
75%inclusion49 decks65 decks
69%synergy
The Great Henge
78%inclusion51 decks65 decks
67%synergy
The Gaffer
66%inclusion43 decks65 decks
62%synergy
Sylvan Library
72%inclusion47 decks65 decks
61%synergy
Sam, Loyal Attendant
63%inclusion41 decks65 decks
60%synergy
Heliod, Sun-Crowned
66%inclusion43 decks65 decks
58%synergy
Serra Ascendant
62%inclusion40 decks65 decks
57%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
86%inclusion56 decks65 decks
21%synergy
Heroic Intervention
66%inclusion43 decks65 decks
30%synergy
Esper Sentinel
66%inclusion43 decks65 decks
49%synergy
Path to Exile
63%inclusion41 decks65 decks
9%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
60%inclusion39 decks65 decks
50%synergy
Birds of Paradise
60%inclusion39 decks65 decks
37%synergy
Kutzil, Malamet Exemplar
57%inclusion37 decks65 decks
24%synergy
Nature's Lore
57%inclusion37 decks65 decks
29%synergy
The Ozolith
55%inclusion36 decks65 decks
47%synergy
Scurry Oak
55%inclusion36 decks65 decks
51%synergy
Game Changers
Ancient Tomb
63%inclusion41 decks65 decks
59%synergy
The One Ring
62%inclusion40 decks65 decks
58%synergy
Teferi's Protection
60%inclusion39 decks65 decks
43%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
52%inclusion34 decks65 decks
38%synergy
Smothering Tithe
48%inclusion31 decks65 decks
34%synergy
Worldly Tutor
37%inclusion24 decks65 decks
26%synergy
Gaea's Cradle
23%inclusion15 decks65 decks
17%synergy
Aura Shards
20%inclusion13 decks65 decks
5%synergy
Farewell
15%inclusion10 decks65 decks
2%synergy
Chrome Mox
9.2%inclusion6 decks65 decks
7%synergy
Creatures
Prosperous Innkeeper
54%inclusion35 decks65 decks
49%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
46%inclusion30 decks65 decks
42%synergy
Samwise Gamgee
46%inclusion30 decks65 decks
44%synergy
Peregrin Took
43%inclusion28 decks65 decks
39%synergy
Rosie Cotton of South Lane
42%inclusion27 decks65 decks
34%synergy
Tireless Provisioner
42%inclusion27 decks65 decks
36%synergy
Lathiel, the Bounteous Dawn
42%inclusion27 decks65 decks
37%synergy
Avacyn's Pilgrim
40%inclusion26 decks65 decks
5%synergy
Rhox Faithmender
40%inclusion26 decks65 decks
37%synergy
Farmer Cotton
37%inclusion24 decks65 decks
33%synergy
Archangel of Thune
37%inclusion24 decks65 decks
32%synergy
Gilded Goose
35%inclusion23 decks65 decks
32%synergy
Timber Protector
34%inclusion22 decks65 decks
33%synergy
Prize Pig
32%inclusion21 decks65 decks
31%synergy
Academy Manufactor
29%inclusion19 decks65 decks
26%synergy
Ezzaroot Channeler
28%inclusion18 decks65 decks
27%synergy
Roaming Throne
25%inclusion16 decks65 decks
21%synergy
Haliya, Guided by Light
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
20%synergy
Felidar Sovereign
23%inclusion15 decks65 decks
17%synergy
Elanor Gardner
23%inclusion15 decks65 decks
21%synergy
Elvish Mystic
22%inclusion14 decks65 decks
0%synergy
Exemplar of Light
21%inclusion7 decks34 decks
16%synergy
Auriok Champion
20%inclusion13 decks65 decks
19%synergy
Llanowar Elves
20%inclusion13 decks65 decks
-9%synergy
Sunscorch Regent
20%inclusion13 decks65 decks
16%synergy
Envoy of the Ancestors
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
12%synergy
Fangorn, Tree Shepherd
18%inclusion12 decks65 decks
18%synergy
Walking Ballista
18%inclusion12 decks65 decks
13%synergy
Treefolk Harbinger
18%inclusion12 decks65 decks
18%synergy
Suture Priest
18%inclusion12 decks65 decks
16%synergy
The Cabbage Merchant
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
17%synergy
Abzan Battle Priest
17%inclusion11 decks65 decks
11%synergy
Trostani, Selesnya's Voice
17%inclusion11 decks65 decks
12%synergy
Bosk Banneret
15%inclusion10 decks65 decks
15%synergy
Guide of Souls
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
12%synergy
Woodfall Primus
14%inclusion9 decks65 decks
13%synergy
Spike Feeder
14%inclusion9 decks65 decks
12%synergy
Banquet Guests
14%inclusion9 decks65 decks
12%synergy
Sakura-Tribe Elder
14%inclusion9 decks65 decks
5%synergy
Selvala, Heart of the Wilds
12%inclusion8 decks65 decks
9%synergy
Scavenging Ooze
12%inclusion8 decks65 decks
8%synergy
Accomplished Alchemist
12%inclusion8 decks65 decks
10%synergy
Trelasarra, Moon Dancer
12%inclusion8 decks65 decks
9%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
10%synergy
Witch Enchanter
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Blossoming Bogbeast
11%inclusion7 decks65 decks
8%synergy
Celestine, the Living Saint
11%inclusion7 decks65 decks
9%synergy
Arwen, Mortal Queen
11%inclusion7 decks65 decks
9%synergy
Fyndhorn Elves
11%inclusion7 decks65 decks
-1%synergy
Voice of Victory
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
6%synergy
Instants
Beast Within
54%inclusion35 decks65 decks
17%synergy
Restoration Magic
53%inclusion9 decks17 decks
47%synergy
Beacon of Immortality
43%inclusion28 decks65 decks
41%synergy
Eladamri's Call
42%inclusion27 decks65 decks
27%synergy
Tamiyo's Safekeeping
42%inclusion27 decks65 decks
35%synergy
Sheltering Word
38%inclusion25 decks65 decks
38%synergy
Generous Gift
38%inclusion25 decks65 decks
6%synergy
Lifestream's Blessing
35%inclusion6 decks17 decks
34%synergy
Predator's Rapport
34%inclusion22 decks65 decks
33%synergy
Heliod's Intervention
34%inclusion22 decks65 decks
31%synergy
Akroma's Will
32%inclusion21 decks65 decks
19%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
29%inclusion19 decks65 decks
16%synergy
Riot Control
29%inclusion19 decks65 decks
26%synergy
Fracturing Gust
25%inclusion16 decks65 decks
24%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
23%inclusion15 decks65 decks
20%synergy
Hunter's Insight
22%inclusion14 decks65 decks
16%synergy
Feed the Clan
22%inclusion14 decks65 decks
20%synergy
Congregate
20%inclusion13 decks65 decks
19%synergy
Return of the Wildspeaker
18%inclusion12 decks65 decks
7%synergy
Reprieve
18%inclusion12 decks65 decks
12%synergy
Nature's Claim
17%inclusion11 decks65 decks
10%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
17%inclusion11 decks65 decks
3%synergy
Ram Through
15%inclusion10 decks65 decks
13%synergy
Inscription of Abundance
15%inclusion10 decks65 decks
13%synergy
Legolas's Quick Reflexes
14%inclusion9 decks65 decks
11%synergy
Final Showdown
13%inclusion8 decks62 decks
11%synergy
Entish Restoration
12%inclusion8 decks65 decks
9%synergy
Clever Concealment
11%inclusion7 decks65 decks
5%synergy
Revitalize
11%inclusion7 decks65 decks
9%synergy
Heroes' Reunion
11%inclusion7 decks65 decks
10%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
11%inclusion7 decks65 decks
7%synergy
Tyvar's Stand
9.2%inclusion6 decks65 decks
6%synergy
Inspiring Call
9.2%inclusion6 decks65 decks
-9%synergy
Cosmic Rebirth
9.2%inclusion6 decks65 decks
5%synergy
Dawn's Truce
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
-1%synergy
Veil of Summer
7.7%inclusion5 decks65 decks
4%synergy
Weather the Storm
7.7%inclusion5 decks65 decks
7%synergy
Crop Rotation
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
1%synergy
Archdruid's Charm
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
2%synergy
Krosan Grip
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
1%synergy
Soul's Grace
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
6%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
4%synergy
Force of Vigor
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
3%synergy
Chord of Calling
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
0%synergy
Silence
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
2%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Holy
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
4%synergy
Sorceries
Three Visits
52%inclusion34 decks65 decks
33%synergy
Last March of the Ents
40%inclusion26 decks65 decks
38%synergy
Farseek
34%inclusion22 decks65 decks
11%synergy
Cultivate
34%inclusion22 decks65 decks
-8%synergy
Rishkar's Expertise
26%inclusion17 decks65 decks
16%synergy
Kodama's Reach
25%inclusion16 decks65 decks
-2%synergy
Damning Verdict
23%inclusion15 decks65 decks
16%synergy
Revive the Shire
20%inclusion13 decks65 decks
18%synergy
Rampant Growth
20%inclusion13 decks65 decks
-14%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
20%inclusion13 decks65 decks
12%synergy
Bridgeworks Battle
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Many Partings
14%inclusion9 decks65 decks
11%synergy
Harmonize
12%inclusion8 decks65 decks
-2%synergy
Tempt with Discovery
11%inclusion7 decks65 decks
7%synergy
Austere Command
9.2%inclusion6 decks65 decks
-11%synergy
Green Sun's Zenith
9.2%inclusion6 decks65 decks
4%synergy
Wrath of God
9.2%inclusion6 decks65 decks
3%synergy
Skyshroud Claim
9.2%inclusion6 decks65 decks
4%synergy
Fumigate
9.2%inclusion6 decks65 decks
5%synergy
Single Combat
7.7%inclusion5 decks65 decks
5%synergy
Pest Infestation
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
4%synergy
Turntimber Symbiosis
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
4%synergy
Emeria's Call
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
4%synergy
Finale of Devastation
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
0%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
2%synergy
Sanctify
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
5%synergy
Overwhelming Stampede
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
-1%synergy
Nature's Rhythm
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
2%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Aetherflux Reservoir
52%inclusion34 decks65 decks
47%synergy
The Wind Crystal
47%inclusion8 decks17 decks
41%synergy
Basilisk Collar
45%inclusion29 decks65 decks
41%synergy
Shadowspear
37%inclusion24 decks65 decks
34%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
36%inclusion18 decks50 decks
34%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
32%inclusion21 decks65 decks
6%synergy
Well of Lost Dreams
31%inclusion20 decks65 decks
26%synergy
Nuka-Cola Vending Machine
26%inclusion17 decks65 decks
25%synergy
Mithril Coat
25%inclusion16 decks65 decks
21%synergy
Alhammarret's Archive
25%inclusion16 decks65 decks
22%synergy
Buster Sword
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
17%synergy
The Earth Crystal
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
3%synergy
Genji Glove
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
11%synergy
Field-Tested Frying Pan
11%inclusion7 decks65 decks
10%synergy
Ozolith, the Shattered Spire
9.2%inclusion6 decks65 decks
1%synergy
Heaped Harvest
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
6%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
6%synergy
Power Fist
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
4%synergy
Lightning Greaves
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
-10%synergy
Cosmos Elixir
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
4%synergy
Lembas
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
5%synergy
Excalibur II
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Terrasymbiosis
53%inclusion9 decks17 decks
44%synergy
Cleric Class
42%inclusion27 decks65 decks
36%synergy
Branching Evolution
34%inclusion22 decks65 decks
22%synergy
Assemble the Entmoot
28%inclusion18 decks65 decks
26%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
27%inclusion11 decks41 decks
21%synergy
True Conviction
23%inclusion15 decks65 decks
19%synergy
Doubling Season
22%inclusion14 decks65 decks
5%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
18%inclusion12 decks65 decks
15%synergy
Hardened Scales
17%inclusion11 decks65 decks
-2%synergy
Well Rested
15%inclusion10 decks65 decks
13%synergy
Ajani's Welcome
14%inclusion9 decks65 decks
11%synergy
Wild Growth
14%inclusion9 decks65 decks
-6%synergy
Boon Reflection
14%inclusion9 decks65 decks
12%synergy
Light of Promise
12%inclusion8 decks65 decks
10%synergy
Blind Obedience
11%inclusion7 decks65 decks
4%synergy
Test of Endurance
11%inclusion7 decks65 decks
9%synergy
Night of the Sweets' Revenge
9.2%inclusion6 decks65 decks
7%synergy
Land Tax
9.2%inclusion6 decks65 decks
5%synergy
Defense of the Heart
9.2%inclusion6 decks65 decks
6%synergy
Utopia Sprawl
7.7%inclusion5 decks65 decks
-11%synergy
Exploration
7.7%inclusion5 decks65 decks
1%synergy
Case of the Uneaten Feast
7.7%inclusion5 decks65 decks
7%synergy
Felidar Umbra
7.7%inclusion5 decks65 decks
7%synergy
Of Herbs and Stewed Rabbit
7.7%inclusion5 decks65 decks
6%synergy
Lignify
7.7%inclusion5 decks65 decks
5%synergy
Mirari's Wake
7.7%inclusion5 decks65 decks
-15%synergy
Lifegift
7.7%inclusion5 decks65 decks
7%synergy
Stocking the Pantry
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
3%synergy
Innkeeper's Talent
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
-2%synergy
Campsite Cuisine
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
6%synergy
Brilliant Wings
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
6%synergy
Guardian Project
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
-5%synergy
Alpha Authority
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
4%synergy
Spirit Loop
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
6%synergy
Powerleech
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
6%synergy
Dazzling Theater // Prop Room
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Planeswalkers
Huatli, the Sun's Heart
22%inclusion14 decks65 decks
21%synergy
Ajani, Strength of the Pride
17%inclusion11 decks65 decks
14%synergy
Ajani, the Greathearted
11%inclusion7 decks65 decks
4%synergy
Elspeth, Storm Slayer
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
-2%synergy
Utility Lands
Boseiju, Who Endures
72%inclusion47 decks65 decks
55%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
69%inclusion45 decks65 decks
51%synergy
Witch's Clinic
54%inclusion35 decks65 decks
53%synergy
The Shire
54%inclusion35 decks65 decks
49%synergy
Rogue's Passage
37%inclusion24 decks65 decks
13%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
32%inclusion21 decks65 decks
23%synergy
Radiant Fountain
31%inclusion20 decks65 decks
28%synergy
Adventurer's Inn
28%inclusion5 decks18 decks
25%synergy
Abandoned Air Temple
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Reliquary Tower
23%inclusion15 decks65 decks
-6%synergy
War Room
20%inclusion13 decks65 decks
17%synergy
Gingerbread Cabin
20%inclusion13 decks65 decks
18%synergy
Minas Tirith
18%inclusion12 decks65 decks
10%synergy
Gavony Township
18%inclusion12 decks65 decks
-7%synergy
Urza's Saga
14%inclusion9 decks65 decks
11%synergy
Yavimaya Hollow
12%inclusion8 decks65 decks
11%synergy
Mosswort Bridge
12%inclusion8 decks65 decks
1%synergy
Sapseep Forest
11%inclusion7 decks65 decks
10%synergy
Kabira Crossroads
9.2%inclusion6 decks65 decks
8%synergy
Blighted Steppe
9.2%inclusion6 decks65 decks
8%synergy
Shifting Woodland
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
7.7%inclusion5 decks65 decks
-5%synergy
Command Beacon
7.7%inclusion5 decks65 decks
5%synergy
Temple of the False God
7.7%inclusion5 decks65 decks
0%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
3%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
1%synergy
Strip Mine
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
5%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
4%synergy
Multiversal Passage
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
92%inclusion60 decks65 decks
17%synergy
Arcane Signet
66%inclusion43 decks65 decks
9%synergy
Talisman of Unity
23%inclusion15 decks65 decks
7%synergy
Selesnya Signet
20%inclusion13 decks65 decks
1%synergy
Pristine Talisman
11%inclusion7 decks65 decks
8%synergy
Ancient Cornucopia
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
8%synergy
Jeweled Lotus
7.7%inclusion5 decks65 decks
7%synergy
Mana Crypt
7.7%inclusion5 decks65 decks
7%synergy
Mana Vault
7.7%inclusion5 decks65 decks
6%synergy
Lands
Forest
95%inclusion62 decks65 decks
-2%synergy
Plains
95%inclusion62 decks65 decks
-2%synergy
Temple Garden
95%inclusion62 decks65 decks
51%synergy
Command Tower
92%inclusion60 decks65 decks
9%synergy
Windswept Heath
85%inclusion55 decks65 decks
55%synergy
Bountiful Promenade
80%inclusion52 decks65 decks
45%synergy
Savannah
77%inclusion50 decks65 decks
65%synergy
Sunpetal Grove
63%inclusion41 decks65 decks
10%synergy
Overgrown Farmland
52%inclusion34 decks65 decks
14%synergy
Wooded Bastion
49%inclusion32 decks65 decks
35%synergy
Brushland
48%inclusion31 decks65 decks
13%synergy
Canopy Vista
46%inclusion30 decks65 decks
-20%synergy
Branchloft Pathway
32%inclusion21 decks65 decks
10%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
28%inclusion18 decks65 decks
23%synergy
Misty Rainforest
26%inclusion17 decks65 decks
21%synergy
Horizon Canopy
26%inclusion17 decks65 decks
12%synergy
Hushwood Verge
25%inclusion11 decks44 decks
-2%synergy
Fortified Village
25%inclusion16 decks65 decks
-21%synergy
Cavern of Souls
25%inclusion16 decks65 decks
19%synergy
Blossoming Sands
23%inclusion15 decks65 decks
2%synergy
Wooded Foothills
23%inclusion15 decks65 decks
18%synergy
Lush Portico
23%inclusion15 decks65 decks
5%synergy
Marsh Flats
23%inclusion15 decks65 decks
18%synergy
Flooded Strand
23%inclusion15 decks65 decks
18%synergy
Arid Mesa
22%inclusion14 decks65 decks
17%synergy
Scattered Groves
20%inclusion13 decks65 decks
1%synergy
Graypelt Refuge
20%inclusion13 decks65 decks
10%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
20%inclusion13 decks65 decks
12%synergy
Exotic Orchard
18%inclusion12 decks65 decks
-3%synergy
Mana Confluence
17%inclusion11 decks65 decks
14%synergy
Bridgeworks Battle
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Selesnya Sanctuary
15%inclusion10 decks65 decks
-17%synergy
Sungrass Prairie
15%inclusion10 decks65 decks
-19%synergy
Fabled Passage
14%inclusion9 decks65 decks
5%synergy
Prismatic Vista
12%inclusion8 decks65 decks
8%synergy
Reflecting Pool
12%inclusion8 decks65 decks
10%synergy
Razorverge Thicket
12%inclusion8 decks65 decks
-2%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
12%inclusion8 decks65 decks
10%synergy
Witch Enchanter
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
11%inclusion7 decks65 decks
7%synergy
City of Brass
11%inclusion7 decks65 decks
8%synergy
Snow-Covered Forest
9.2%inclusion6 decks65 decks
6%synergy
Snow-Covered Plains
9.2%inclusion6 decks65 decks
6%synergy
Path of Ancestry
9.2%inclusion6 decks65 decks
-11%synergy
Krosan Verge
9.2%inclusion6 decks65 decks
-10%synergy
Disciple of Freyalise
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Turntimber Symbiosis
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
4%synergy
Emeria's Call
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
4%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
6.2%inclusion4 decks65 decks
4%synergy
Starting Town
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
5%synergy