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Ezra Sassaman
May 29, 2025
Ezra Sassaman
Building an Alistair, the Brigadier Commander Deck
Let's look at a Doctor Who legend that's on the cusp of popularity. Alistair, the Brigadier wants to make the most historic Soldier army.
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Knowledge Is Power
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
55%synergy
Unsettled Mariner
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
55%synergy
Siren Stormtamer
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
55%synergy
Triskaidekaphile
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
53%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
51%synergy
Laboratory Maniac
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
50%synergy
Wizard Class
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
50%synergy
Teferi's Ageless Insight
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
50%synergy
Esper Sentinel
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
49%synergy
Dovin's Veto
86%inclusion6 decks7 decks
49%synergy
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Path to Exile
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
18%synergy
Supreme Verdict
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
29%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
-13%synergy
Grand Abolisher
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
47%synergy
Ghostly Prison
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
33%synergy
Propaganda
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
32%synergy
Game Changers
Rhystic Study
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
47%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
54%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
34%synergy
Smothering Tithe
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
32%synergy
Mystical Tutor
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
29%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
27%synergy
Teferi's Protection
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Thassa's Oracle
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Ancient Tomb
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
21%synergy
Force of Will
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
20%synergy
Creatures
Spider-Woman, Stunning Savior
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
47%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
38%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
36%synergy
Aven Mindcensor
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
34%synergy
Serra Ascendant
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
39%synergy
Mother of Runes
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
39%synergy
Faerie Mastermind
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
35%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
31%synergy
Psychosis Crawler
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
36%synergy
Spellseeker
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
39%synergy
Lavinia, Azorius Renegade
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
37%synergy
Linvala, Shield of Sea Gate
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
41%synergy
Scheming Fence
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
41%synergy
Recruiter of the Guard
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
39%synergy
Spectacular Spider-Man
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Starfield Shepherd
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Starfield Vocalist
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
26%synergy
Azami, Lady of Scrolls
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
27%synergy
Spark Double
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
24%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
21%synergy
Sun Titan
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
17%synergy
Glasspool Mimic
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Deep Gnome Terramancer
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Skyclave Apparition
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
23%synergy
Ledger Shredder
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
24%synergy
Displacer Kitten
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
18%synergy
Kitesail Larcenist
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
22%synergy
Adric, Mathematical Genius
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Jace's Archivist
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Witch Enchanter
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
16%synergy
Nimbleclaw Adept
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Malevolent Hermit
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
27%synergy
Chasm Skulker
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
24%synergy
Alandra, Sky Dreamer
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Twenty-Toed Toad
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Minn, Wily Illusionist
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
27%synergy
Voice of Victory
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Naga Fleshcrafter
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Tataru Taru
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Vnwxt, Verbose Host
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
12%synergy
Riptide Gearhulk
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
8%synergy
Thalia, Heretic Cathar
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Mirror Entity
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Cyclone Summoner
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Tishana's Tidebinder
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Patron Wizard
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Roaming Throne
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Instants
Sink into Stupor
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
44%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
18%synergy
Swan Song
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Muddle the Mixture
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
23%synergy
Force of Negation
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
21%synergy
Pact of Negation
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
24%synergy
Generous Gift
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
-4%synergy
Counterspell
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
-25%synergy
Dramatic Reversal
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
21%synergy
Mindbreak Trap
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Mana Drain
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Silence
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
21%synergy
Frantic Search
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
2%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Flusterstorm
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Ghostly Flicker
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
2%synergy
Shore Up
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Long-Term Plans
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Akroma's Will
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
8%synergy
Ephemerate
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-1%synergy
Into the Flood Maw
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Permission Denied
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
9%synergy
And They Shall Know No Fear
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Mental Misstep
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Chain of Vapor
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Orim's Chant
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Three Steps Ahead
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Brainstorm
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-4%synergy
Sage's Dousing
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Flare of Denial
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
8%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Final Showdown
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Twincast
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Arcane Denial
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-11%synergy
Wizard's Retort
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Cosmic Intervention
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
High Tide
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
March of Otherworldly Light
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Sorceries
Approach of the Second Sun
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
27%synergy
Fabricate
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
18%synergy
Farewell
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Windfall
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
16%synergy
Time Wipe
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
0%synergy
Ascend from Avernus
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Temporal Mastery
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Emeria's Call
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Merchant Scroll
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Austere Command
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-1%synergy
Fell the Mighty
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Terminus
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
9%synergy
Entreat the Angels
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Sakashima's Will
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Winds of Abandon
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Time Stretch
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Personal Tutor
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Mass Appeal
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Suppression Ray
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Lightning Greaves
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
23%synergy
Isochron Scepter
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
37%synergy
The Enigma Jewel
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
The One Ring
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
20%synergy
Thousand-Year Elixir
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Spellbook
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
27%synergy
Herald's Horn
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Aetherflux Reservoir
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
8%synergy
Vedalken Orrery
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Panharmonicon
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
4%synergy
Alhammarret's Archive
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
9%synergy
Obelisk of Urd
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Oketra's Monument
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
3%synergy
Planar Bridge
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Maskwood Nexus
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Staff of Domination
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Sapphire Medallion
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
7%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
7%synergy
Robe of the Archmagi
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Rings of Brighthearth
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Conjurer's Closet
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
8%synergy
Strionic Resonator
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Enchantments
Kindred Discovery
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
38%synergy
Mystic Remora
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Ominous Seas
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
24%synergy
Proft's Eidetic Memory
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Unstoppable Plan
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
11%synergy
Reality Acid
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Thought Reflection
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Mirrormade
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Training Grounds
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Leyline of Anticipation
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Omniscience
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Cathars' Crusade
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Counterbalance
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Blessed Sanctuary
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Frogify
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Mind Over Matter
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Pursuit of Knowledge
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Dazzling Theater // Prop Room
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Teleportation Circle
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
5%synergy
Land Tax
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
6%synergy
Virtue of Loyalty
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jace, Wielder of Mysteries
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
24%synergy
Teferi, Time Raveler
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
18%synergy
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Teferi, Temporal Pilgrim
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Teferi, Who Slows the Sunset
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
23%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
38%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
35%synergy
Urza's Saga
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
32%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
18%synergy
Riptide Laboratory
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
27%synergy
Mistrise Village
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
The Biblioplex
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Basilisk Gate
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Fountainport
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Homeward Path
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Baldur's Gate
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Hall of Storm Giants
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Windbrisk Heights
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Emergence Zone
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Three Tree City
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Minas Tirith
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Restless Anchorage
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
7%synergy
Thran Portal
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
86%inclusion6 decks7 decks
2%synergy
Sol Ring
86%inclusion6 decks7 decks
-1%synergy
Talisman of Progress
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
21%synergy
Fellwar Stone
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Thought Vessel
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
15%synergy
Azorius Signet
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
-2%synergy
Decanter of Endless Water
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
31%synergy
Lotus Petal
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
23%synergy
Mox Amber
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
24%synergy
Mana Vault
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
22%synergy
Patriar's Seal
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
27%synergy
Mox Opal
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
23%synergy
Chrome Mox
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
23%synergy
Mind Stone
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-13%synergy
Mox Diamond
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Grim Monolith
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Empowered Autogenerator
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Springleaf Drum
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Lands
Island
100%inclusion7 decks7 decks
5%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion7 decks7 decks
5%synergy
Command Tower
86%inclusion6 decks7 decks
0%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Sea of Clouds
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
31%synergy
Flooded Strand
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
40%synergy
Sink into Stupor
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
44%synergy
Glacial Fortress
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
-18%synergy
Meticulous Archive
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
1%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
8%synergy
Seachrome Coast
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Path of Ancestry
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
29%synergy
Tundra
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
16%synergy
Misty Rainforest
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
21%synergy
Hengegate Pathway
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
8%synergy
Glasspool Mimic
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Scalding Tarn
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
21%synergy
Marsh Flats
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
22%synergy
Azorius Chancery
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
-9%synergy
Windswept Heath
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
22%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
22%synergy
Cavern of Souls
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
-10%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
2%synergy
Witch Enchanter
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
16%synergy
Irrigated Farmland
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
7%synergy
Port Town
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
-19%synergy
Prairie Stream
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
-38%synergy
Arid Mesa
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
22%synergy
Mystic Gate
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
6%synergy
Polluted Delta
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
20%synergy
Gond Gate
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Emeria's Call
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Talon Gates of Madara
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Nimbus Maze
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-8%synergy
City of Brass
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Prismatic Vista
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
9%synergy
Abandoned Campground
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Exotic Orchard
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-13%synergy
Heap Gate
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
9%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Snow-Covered Plains
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
9%synergy
Sea Gate
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Abstergo Entertainment
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Deserted Beach
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
-25%synergy
Fabled Passage
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
6%synergy
Citadel Gate
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
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