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

Volo, Itinerant Scholar // Raised by Giants
Rank #3,520
43decks
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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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Sodden Verdure
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Kitsune, Dragon's Daughter
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Chomping Changeling
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Glen Elendra Guardian
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Rain-Slicked Copse
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Wizard Class
56%inclusion24 decks43 decks
50%synergy
Omen Hawker
51%inclusion22 decks43 decks
50%synergy
Kiora's Follower
58%inclusion25 decks43 decks
44%synergy
Proft's Eidetic Memory
44%inclusion19 decks43 decks
42%synergy
Psychosis Crawler
44%inclusion19 decks43 decks
40%synergy
Volo, Guide to Monsters
40%inclusion17 decks43 decks
39%synergy
Murkfiend Liege
53%inclusion23 decks43 decks
39%synergy
Siren Stormtamer
40%inclusion17 decks43 decks
38%synergy
Body of Knowledge
40%inclusion17 decks43 decks
37%synergy
Chasm Skulker
42%inclusion18 decks43 decks
36%synergy
Top Cards
Birds of Paradise
49%inclusion21 decks43 decks
22%synergy
Counterspell
47%inclusion20 decks43 decks
-4%synergy
Pongify
44%inclusion19 decks43 decks
19%synergy
Elvish Mystic
44%inclusion19 decks43 decks
21%synergy
Beast Whisperer
40%inclusion17 decks43 decks
30%synergy
Llanowar Elves
40%inclusion17 decks43 decks
12%synergy
Cultivate
40%inclusion17 decks43 decks
-7%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
40%inclusion17 decks43 decks
14%synergy
Beast Within
37%inclusion16 decks43 decks
-12%synergy
Laboratory Maniac
35%inclusion15 decks43 decks
28%synergy
Game Changers
Seedborn Muse
42%inclusion18 decks43 decks
26%synergy
Consecrated Sphinx
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Crop Rotation
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
-3%synergy
Rhystic Study
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
-11%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-9%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-17%synergy
Creatures
Radagast the Brown
35%inclusion15 decks43 decks
34%synergy
Inga and Esika
33%inclusion14 decks43 decks
30%synergy
Kelpie Guide
33%inclusion14 decks43 decks
31%synergy
Sakura-Tribe Elder
33%inclusion14 decks43 decks
13%synergy
Maraleaf Pixie
30%inclusion13 decks43 decks
24%synergy
Reclamation Sage
30%inclusion13 decks43 decks
17%synergy
Jolrael, Mwonvuli Recluse
30%inclusion13 decks43 decks
28%synergy
Quirion Ranger
28%inclusion12 decks43 decks
26%synergy
Silverback Elder
28%inclusion12 decks43 decks
25%synergy
Vizier of Tumbling Sands
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
24%synergy
The Reality Chip
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
24%synergy
Nezahal, Primal Tide
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
15%synergy
Lorescale Coatl
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
24%synergy
Delighted Halfling
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
15%synergy
Eternal Witness
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Cryptic Trilobite
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
23%synergy
Amphin Mutineer
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
20%synergy
Uro, Titan of Nature's Wrath
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
13%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
22%inclusion9 decks41 decks
16%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
14%synergy
Crashing Drawbridge
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
19%synergy
Koma, Cosmos Serpent
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Toothy, Imaginary Friend
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
20%synergy
Insidious Fungus
19%inclusion7 decks37 decks
16%synergy
Scavenging Ooze
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
16%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
13%synergy
Paradise Druid
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
15%synergy
Starwinder
17%inclusion3 decks18 decks
10%synergy
Coiling Oracle
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Fyndhorn Elves
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Poison Dart Frog
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Badgermole Cub
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
10%synergy
Tatyova, Benthic Druid
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
-17%synergy
Gyre Engineer
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Forgotten Ancient
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Plaxmanta
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
13%synergy
Saryth, the Viper's Fang
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
12%synergy
Ilysian Caryatid
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Ornithopter
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
13%synergy
Ioreth of the Healing House
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
12%synergy
Clever Conjurer
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
13%synergy
Hullbreaker Horror
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
-4%synergy
Arboreal Grazer
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Triskaidekaphile
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
12%synergy
Arixmethes, Slumbering Isle
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
0%synergy
High Fae Trickster
14%inclusion5 decks37 decks
10%synergy
Chameleon, Master of Disguise
13%inclusion2 decks15 decks
11%synergy
Plumecreed Escort
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
13%synergy
Void Grafter
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Tanuki Transplanter
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Instants
An Offer You Can't Refuse
33%inclusion14 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
28%inclusion12 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Growth Spiral
28%inclusion12 decks43 decks
-17%synergy
Negate
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
0%synergy
Reality Shift
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Dramatic Reversal
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
16%synergy
Heroic Intervention
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
-12%synergy
Return of the Wildspeaker
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Resculpt
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
13%synergy
Aetherize
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Arcane Denial
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
-6%synergy
Snap
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
13%synergy
Depart the Realm
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
16%synergy
Double Major
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Shore Up
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Mirrorform
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Wild Unraveling
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Nature's Claim
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
0%synergy
Origin of Metalbending
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Planar Genesis
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
-4%synergy
Decisive Denial
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Plasm Capture
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Swan Song
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-12%synergy
Spell Pierce
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Close Encounter
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
5%synergy
Consult the Star Charts
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
4%synergy
Biosynthic Burst
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Rampant Growth
28%inclusion12 decks43 decks
-13%synergy
Nature's Lore
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
-7%synergy
Kodama's Reach
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
-15%synergy
Curse of the Swine
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Overwhelming Stampede
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Overrun
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
12%synergy
Three Visits
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
-9%synergy
Farseek
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
-12%synergy
Artful Dodge
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Ezuri's Predation
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Rishkar's Expertise
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Become the Avalanche
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
10%synergy
Oversimplify
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Traverse the Outlands
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Finale of Devastation
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-4%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Lightning Greaves
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Robe of the Archmagi
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
20%synergy
Haunted Cloak
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
16%synergy
Gavel of the Righteous
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
12%synergy
Tarrian's Soulcleaver
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Brass Knuckles
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
12%synergy
Monster Manual
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Spellbook
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Fireshrieker
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Stalactite Dagger
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Thousand-Year Elixir
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
7%synergy
Dragon Throne of Tarkir
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Lifecrafter's Bestiary
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
5%synergy
The Enigma Jewel
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Empyrial Plate
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
9%synergy
The Great Henge
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-2%synergy
Sting, the Glinting Dagger
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Cryogen Relic
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Instill Energy
28%inclusion12 decks43 decks
27%synergy
Unstoppable Plan
27%inclusion9 decks33 decks
25%synergy
Teferi's Ageless Insight
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
20%synergy
Garruk's Uprising
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Wild Growth
21%inclusion9 decks43 decks
12%synergy
Utopia Sprawl
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Freed from the Real
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Indomitable Might
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
14%synergy
Aqueous Form
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Hadana's Climb
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Leyline of Anticipation
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Ominous Seas
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Quest for Renewal
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Dormant Grove
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
9%synergy
The Phasing of Zhalfir
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
9%synergy
Guardian Project
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Growing Rites of Itlimoc
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Propaganda
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Intruder Alarm
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Sylvan Library
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-2%synergy
Retreat to Coralhelm
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-2%synergy
Training Grounds
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jace, Wielder of Mysteries
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
7%synergy
Kiora, Behemoth Beckoner
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Vivien, Champion of the Wilds
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Vivien, Monsters' Advocate
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
77%inclusion33 decks43 decks
27%synergy
Alchemist's Refuge
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Temple of the False God
26%inclusion11 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Rogue's Passage
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
-3%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Riptide Laboratory
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
12%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
-7%synergy
Mosswort Bridge
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
-6%synergy
Boseiju, Who Endures
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
-10%synergy
Evendo, Waking Haven
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
6%synergy
Mistrise Village
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
-1%synergy
Dryad Arbor
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Castle Garenbrig
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
-9%synergy
Secret Tunnel
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Emergence Zone
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
77%inclusion33 decks43 decks
-3%synergy
Thought Vessel
70%inclusion30 decks43 decks
50%synergy
Arcane Signet
40%inclusion17 decks43 decks
-23%synergy
Decanter of Endless Water
33%inclusion14 decks43 decks
28%synergy
Herd Heirloom
20%inclusion6 decks30 decks
17%synergy
Simic Signet
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
-15%synergy
Talisman of Curiosity
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
-8%synergy
Fellwar Stone
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-3%synergy
Lands
Island
98%inclusion42 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Forest
98%inclusion42 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Command Tower
84%inclusion36 decks43 decks
-1%synergy
Flooded Grove
67%inclusion29 decks43 decks
26%synergy
Hinterland Harbor
67%inclusion29 decks43 decks
7%synergy
Yavimaya Coast
63%inclusion27 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Simic Growth Chamber
51%inclusion22 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Vineglimmer Snarl
42%inclusion18 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Temple of Mystery
42%inclusion18 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Dreamroot Cascade
37%inclusion16 decks43 decks
-6%synergy
Rejuvenating Springs
35%inclusion15 decks43 decks
-8%synergy
Breeding Pool
33%inclusion14 decks43 decks
-14%synergy
Barkchannel Pathway
30%inclusion13 decks43 decks
10%synergy
Misty Rainforest
28%inclusion12 decks43 decks
-3%synergy
Exotic Orchard
28%inclusion12 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Waterlogged Grove
28%inclusion12 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Myriad Landscape
23%inclusion10 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
22%inclusion9 decks41 decks
16%synergy
Fabled Passage
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
1%synergy
Evolving Wilds
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
-9%synergy
Willowrush Verge
15%inclusion5 decks33 decks
-2%synergy
Hedge Maze
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
-6%synergy
Tangled Islet
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
-4%synergy
Overflowing Basin
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
-8%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Rimewood Falls
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
1%synergy
Thornwood Falls
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
-8%synergy
Blighted Woodland
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
0%synergy
Botanical Sanctum
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-6%synergy
Manor Gate
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Simic Guildgate
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-3%synergy
Woodland Stream
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
2%synergy
Tropical Island
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
-7%synergy
Sea Gate
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
5%synergy