Volo, Itinerant Scholar // Raised by Giants (Commander)

Volo, Itinerant Scholar // Raised by Giants
Rank #3,514
45decks
Background image for Building an Alistair, the Brigadier Commander Deck
Ezra Sassaman
May 29, 2025
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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Kitsune, Dragon's Daughter
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Wizard Class
53%inclusion24 decks45 decks
48%synergy
Omen Hawker
49%inclusion22 decks45 decks
47%synergy
Kiora's Follower
56%inclusion25 decks45 decks
41%synergy
Proft's Eidetic Memory
42%inclusion19 decks45 decks
40%synergy
Psychosis Crawler
42%inclusion19 decks45 decks
38%synergy
Volo, Guide to Monsters
38%inclusion17 decks45 decks
37%synergy
Murkfiend Liege
51%inclusion23 decks45 decks
37%synergy
Siren Stormtamer
38%inclusion17 decks45 decks
36%synergy
Body of Knowledge
38%inclusion17 decks45 decks
35%synergy
Chasm Skulker
40%inclusion18 decks45 decks
34%synergy
Top Cards
Birds of Paradise
47%inclusion21 decks45 decks
20%synergy
Counterspell
44%inclusion20 decks45 decks
-6%synergy
Pongify
42%inclusion19 decks45 decks
17%synergy
Elvish Mystic
42%inclusion19 decks45 decks
19%synergy
Cultivate
40%inclusion18 decks45 decks
-7%synergy
Llanowar Elves
38%inclusion17 decks45 decks
10%synergy
Beast Whisperer
38%inclusion17 decks45 decks
29%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
38%inclusion17 decks45 decks
13%synergy
Beast Within
36%inclusion16 decks45 decks
-14%synergy
Laboratory Maniac
36%inclusion16 decks45 decks
29%synergy
Game Changers
Seedborn Muse
42%inclusion19 decks45 decks
26%synergy
Consecrated Sphinx
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
5%synergy
Crop Rotation
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
-4%synergy
Rhystic Study
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
-11%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
-10%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
-18%synergy
Worldly Tutor
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
-8%synergy
Creatures
Radagast the Brown
33%inclusion15 decks45 decks
32%synergy
Inga and Esika
31%inclusion14 decks45 decks
29%synergy
Kelpie Guide
31%inclusion14 decks45 decks
30%synergy
Sakura-Tribe Elder
31%inclusion14 decks45 decks
12%synergy
Maraleaf Pixie
29%inclusion13 decks45 decks
23%synergy
Reclamation Sage
29%inclusion13 decks45 decks
15%synergy
Jolrael, Mwonvuli Recluse
29%inclusion13 decks45 decks
27%synergy
Quirion Ranger
27%inclusion12 decks45 decks
25%synergy
Silverback Elder
27%inclusion12 decks45 decks
24%synergy
Vizier of Tumbling Sands
24%inclusion11 decks45 decks
23%synergy
The Reality Chip
24%inclusion11 decks45 decks
22%synergy
Delighted Halfling
24%inclusion11 decks45 decks
14%synergy
Nezahal, Primal Tide
24%inclusion11 decks45 decks
14%synergy
Lorescale Coatl
24%inclusion11 decks45 decks
23%synergy
Cryptic Trilobite
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
22%synergy
Eternal Witness
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Amphin Mutineer
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
19%synergy
Uro, Titan of Nature's Wrath
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
12%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
15%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
20%inclusion9 decks45 decks
13%synergy
Crashing Drawbridge
20%inclusion9 decks45 decks
18%synergy
Toothy, Imaginary Friend
20%inclusion9 decks45 decks
19%synergy
Koma, Cosmos Serpent
20%inclusion9 decks45 decks
4%synergy
Chomping Changeling
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
15%synergy
Omni-Changeling
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
16%synergy
Insidious Fungus
18%inclusion7 decks39 decks
16%synergy
Scavenging Ooze
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
15%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
13%synergy
Paradise Druid
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
14%synergy
Coiling Oracle
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
2%synergy
Poison Dart Frog
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
9%synergy
Fyndhorn Elves
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
1%synergy
High Fae Trickster
15%inclusion6 decks39 decks
11%synergy
Starwinder
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
9%synergy
Tatyova, Benthic Druid
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
-18%synergy
Gyre Engineer
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
11%synergy
Forgotten Ancient
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Plaxmanta
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
13%synergy
Ilysian Caryatid
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
9%synergy
Clever Conjurer
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
13%synergy
Ornithopter
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
13%synergy
Saryth, the Viper's Fang
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
12%synergy
Hullbreaker Horror
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
-4%synergy
Triskaidekaphile
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
12%synergy
Badgermole Cub
13%inclusion2 decks15 decks
8%synergy
Ioreth of the Healing House
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
12%synergy
Arixmethes, Slumbering Isle
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
0%synergy
Arboreal Grazer
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
11%synergy
Plumecreed Escort
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
12%synergy
Chameleon, Master of Disguise
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
9%synergy
Instants
An Offer You Can't Refuse
31%inclusion14 decks45 decks
8%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
27%inclusion12 decks45 decks
0%synergy
Growth Spiral
27%inclusion12 decks45 decks
-19%synergy
Negate
24%inclusion11 decks45 decks
-1%synergy
Reality Shift
24%inclusion11 decks45 decks
10%synergy
Aetherize
20%inclusion9 decks45 decks
8%synergy
Dramatic Reversal
20%inclusion9 decks45 decks
15%synergy
Heroic Intervention
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
-13%synergy
Return of the Wildspeaker
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Resculpt
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
12%synergy
Arcane Denial
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
-7%synergy
Snap
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
12%synergy
Depart the Realm
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
15%synergy
Shore Up
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
9%synergy
Double Major
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Mirrorform
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
7%synergy
Wild Unraveling
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Nature's Claim
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
-1%synergy
Planar Genesis
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-4%synergy
Decisive Denial
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
1%synergy
Plasm Capture
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Swan Song
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
-12%synergy
Spell Pierce
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
4%synergy
Origin of Metalbending
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
5%synergy
Close Encounter
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Biosynthic Burst
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
4%synergy
Consult the Star Charts
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
3%synergy
Sorceries
Rampant Growth
27%inclusion12 decks45 decks
-14%synergy
Nature's Lore
24%inclusion11 decks45 decks
-6%synergy
Kodama's Reach
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
-14%synergy
Curse of the Swine
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
12%synergy
Overwhelming Stampede
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
5%synergy
Three Visits
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
-10%synergy
Overrun
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
11%synergy
Farseek
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
-12%synergy
Ezuri's Predation
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Rishkar's Expertise
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
2%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
1%synergy
Artful Dodge
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
11%synergy
Become the Avalanche
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
9%synergy
Oversimplify
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
5%synergy
Traverse the Outlands
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Green Sun's Zenith
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
-1%synergy
Cone of Cold
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Finale of Devastation
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
-4%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Lightning Greaves
24%inclusion11 decks45 decks
4%synergy
Robe of the Archmagi
20%inclusion9 decks45 decks
20%synergy
Haunted Cloak
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
15%synergy
Monster Manual
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
11%synergy
Gavel of the Righteous
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
11%synergy
Tarrian's Soulcleaver
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
9%synergy
Brass Knuckles
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
11%synergy
Fireshrieker
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
10%synergy
Spellbook
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
10%synergy
Stalactite Dagger
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Thousand-Year Elixir
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Lifecrafter's Bestiary
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
5%synergy
Dragon Throne of Tarkir
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
9%synergy
The Enigma Jewel
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
8%synergy
Empyrial Plate
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
9%synergy
The Great Henge
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
-3%synergy
Sting, the Glinting Dagger
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Cryogen Relic
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Instill Energy
27%inclusion12 decks45 decks
26%synergy
Unstoppable Plan
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
24%synergy
Teferi's Ageless Insight
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
19%synergy
Garruk's Uprising
20%inclusion9 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Wild Growth
20%inclusion9 decks45 decks
11%synergy
Utopia Sprawl
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
9%synergy
Freed from the Real
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
9%synergy
Indomitable Might
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
13%synergy
Aqueous Form
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
9%synergy
Hadana's Climb
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
10%synergy
Ominous Seas
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Leyline of Anticipation
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Quest for Renewal
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
9%synergy
Growing Rites of Itlimoc
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
5%synergy
Springleaf Parade
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
7%synergy
Dormant Grove
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
9%synergy
The Phasing of Zhalfir
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
9%synergy
Guardian Project
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
2%synergy
Propaganda
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
2%synergy
Intruder Alarm
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Training Grounds
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Sylvan Library
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
-2%synergy
Retreat to Coralhelm
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
-3%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jace, Wielder of Mysteries
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
9%synergy
Kiora, Behemoth Beckoner
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Vivien, Champion of the Wilds
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
5%synergy
Vivien, Monsters' Advocate
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
6%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
76%inclusion34 decks45 decks
26%synergy
Alchemist's Refuge
24%inclusion11 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Temple of the False God
24%inclusion11 decks45 decks
9%synergy
Rogue's Passage
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
-4%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
10%synergy
Riptide Laboratory
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
12%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
-8%synergy
Mosswort Bridge
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
-7%synergy
Boseiju, Who Endures
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
-11%synergy
Evendo, Waking Haven
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Mistrise Village
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
-1%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
-10%synergy
Castle Garenbrig
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
4%synergy
Dryad Arbor
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
4%synergy
Emergence Zone
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Secret Tunnel
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
5%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
78%inclusion35 decks45 decks
-2%synergy
Thought Vessel
69%inclusion31 decks45 decks
49%synergy
Arcane Signet
38%inclusion17 decks45 decks
-25%synergy
Decanter of Endless Water
31%inclusion14 decks45 decks
26%synergy
Herd Heirloom
19%inclusion6 decks32 decks
16%synergy
Simic Signet
18%inclusion8 decks45 decks
-14%synergy
Talisman of Curiosity
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
-9%synergy
Firdoch Core
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Fellwar Stone
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
-3%synergy
Lands
Island
98%inclusion44 decks45 decks
2%synergy
Forest
98%inclusion44 decks45 decks
2%synergy
Command Tower
80%inclusion36 decks45 decks
-5%synergy
Hinterland Harbor
64%inclusion29 decks45 decks
4%synergy
Flooded Grove
64%inclusion29 decks45 decks
22%synergy
Yavimaya Coast
60%inclusion27 decks45 decks
8%synergy
Simic Growth Chamber
49%inclusion22 decks45 decks
1%synergy
Vineglimmer Snarl
40%inclusion18 decks45 decks
1%synergy
Temple of Mystery
40%inclusion18 decks45 decks
2%synergy
Dreamroot Cascade
36%inclusion16 decks45 decks
-8%synergy
Rejuvenating Springs
33%inclusion15 decks45 decks
-9%synergy
Breeding Pool
31%inclusion14 decks45 decks
-15%synergy
Barkchannel Pathway
29%inclusion13 decks45 decks
9%synergy
Misty Rainforest
27%inclusion12 decks45 decks
-4%synergy
Exotic Orchard
27%inclusion12 decks45 decks
3%synergy
Waterlogged Grove
27%inclusion12 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Myriad Landscape
22%inclusion10 decks45 decks
1%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
15%synergy
Sodden Verdure
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
6%synergy
Fabled Passage
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
1%synergy
Evolving Wilds
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
-10%synergy
Willowrush Verge
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
-3%synergy
Hedge Maze
13%inclusion6 decks45 decks
-6%synergy
Tangled Islet
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
-5%synergy
Overflowing Basin
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
-9%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
11%inclusion5 decks45 decks
1%synergy
Rain-Slicked Copse
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
4%synergy
Rimewood Falls
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
0%synergy
Sea Gate
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Thornwood Falls
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
-9%synergy
Manor Gate
8.9%inclusion4 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Blighted Woodland
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
0%synergy
Tropical Island
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
-7%synergy
Botanical Sanctum
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
-6%synergy
Woodland Stream
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
2%synergy
Simic Guildgate
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
-4%synergy