Belisarius Cawl (Commander)

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Aug 5, 2025
Budget Precon Upgrade Cards for Counter Intelligence
Looking to upgrade your Counter Intelligence precon on a budget? Our budget expert Tyler is here with 14 powerful cards to add.
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Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Bender's Waterskin
4.1%inclusion10 decks246 decks
1%synergy
Meteor Sword
2.5%inclusion2 decks79 decks
2%synergy
Agna Qel'a
1.3%inclusion1 decks79 decks
-1%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
1.1%inclusion1 decks89 decks
-4%synergy
Wan Shi Tong, Librarian
1.0%inclusion1 decks99 decks
-3%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Sicarian Infiltrator
63%inclusion648 decks1.02K decks
62%synergy
Unwinding Clock
72%inclusion738 decks1.02K decks
61%synergy
Etherium Sculptor
74%inclusion758 decks1.02K decks
59%synergy
Seat of the Synod
73%inclusion749 decks1.02K decks
58%synergy
Foundry Inspector
71%inclusion723 decks1.02K decks
57%synergy
Ancient Den
70%inclusion717 decks1.02K decks
56%synergy
Sai, Master Thopterist
66%inclusion674 decks1.02K decks
55%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
63%inclusion641 decks1.02K decks
52%synergy
Silver Myr
56%inclusion572 decks1.02K decks
47%synergy
Intruder Alarm
50%inclusion508 decks1.02K decks
46%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
72%inclusion741 decks1.02K decks
2%synergy
Dispatch
57%inclusion584 decks1.02K decks
44%synergy
Counterspell
55%inclusion559 decks1.02K decks
1%synergy
Thopter Spy Network
53%inclusion548 decks1.02K decks
43%synergy
Organic Extinction
52%inclusion533 decks1.02K decks
43%synergy
Drumbellower
52%inclusion532 decks1.02K decks
44%synergy
Gold Myr
52%inclusion531 decks1.02K decks
43%synergy
Path to Exile
51%inclusion520 decks1.02K decks
-2%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
50%inclusion517 decks1.02K decks
39%synergy
Manifold Key
50%inclusion514 decks1.02K decks
43%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
26%inclusion265 decks1.02K decks
8%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
26%inclusion262 decks1.02K decks
2%synergy
Smothering Tithe
24%inclusion250 decks1.02K decks
-1%synergy
Rhystic Study
22%inclusion228 decks1.02K decks
-2%synergy
Teferi's Protection
16%inclusion164 decks1.02K decks
0%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
15%inclusion153 decks1.02K decks
-1%synergy
The One Ring
11%inclusion113 decks1.02K decks
3%synergy
Mystical Tutor
9.2%inclusion94 decks1.02K decks
-5%synergy
Ancient Tomb
7.0%inclusion72 decks1.02K decks
-1%synergy
Mana Vault
6.9%inclusion71 decks1.02K decks
0%synergy
Creatures
Padeem, Consul of Innovation
50%inclusion512 decks1.02K decks
40%synergy
Emry, Lurker of the Loch
48%inclusion489 decks1.02K decks
36%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
46%inclusion473 decks1.02K decks
20%synergy
Voyager Quickwelder
44%inclusion258 decks580 decks
36%synergy
Thought Monitor
44%inclusion453 decks1.02K decks
36%synergy
Shimmer Myr
40%inclusion411 decks1.02K decks
35%synergy
The Reality Chip
39%inclusion399 decks1.02K decks
32%synergy
Esper Sentinel
38%inclusion394 decks1.02K decks
16%synergy
Unctus, Grand Metatect
37%inclusion382 decks1.02K decks
35%synergy
Vedalken Archmage
36%inclusion369 decks1.02K decks
33%synergy
Bronze Guardian
35%inclusion363 decks1.02K decks
30%synergy
Forensic Gadgeteer
31%inclusion310 decks991 decks
27%synergy
Nanoform Sentinel
30%inclusion90 decks298 decks
30%synergy
Illustrious Wanderglyph
29%inclusion299 decks1.02K decks
25%synergy
Phyrexian Metamorph
27%inclusion281 decks1.02K decks
18%synergy
Palladium Myr
26%inclusion269 decks1.02K decks
23%synergy
Gold-Forged Thopteryx
25%inclusion255 decks1.02K decks
15%synergy
Lita, Mechanical Engineer
25%inclusion252 decks1.02K decks
23%synergy
Ultramarines Honour Guard
24%inclusion248 decks1.02K decks
24%synergy
Urza, Lord High Artificer
24%inclusion248 decks1.02K decks
18%synergy
Urza, Prince of Kroog
24%inclusion246 decks1.02K decks
21%synergy
Mendicant Core, Guidelight
24%inclusion141 decks596 decks
20%synergy
Kappa Cannoneer
22%inclusion229 decks1.02K decks
15%synergy
Steel Overseer
22%inclusion222 decks1.02K decks
18%synergy
Master Transmuter
19%inclusion198 decks1.02K decks
17%synergy
Cyberdrive Awakener
19%inclusion192 decks1.02K decks
10%synergy
Jhoira's Familiar
18%inclusion186 decks1.02K decks
14%synergy
Mondrak, Glory Dominus
18%inclusion182 decks1.02K decks
14%synergy
Mirran Spy
18%inclusion180 decks1.02K decks
17%synergy
Spellskite
17%inclusion173 decks1.02K decks
13%synergy
Space Marine Devastator
16%inclusion165 decks1.02K decks
16%synergy
Mm'menon, the Right Hand
16%inclusion49 decks309 decks
14%synergy
Myr Battlesphere
15%inclusion158 decks1.02K decks
12%synergy
Master of Etherium
15%inclusion151 decks1.02K decks
8%synergy
Ethersworn Canonist
14%inclusion146 decks1.02K decks
11%synergy
Steelswarm Operator
14%inclusion42 decks302 decks
13%synergy
Scrap Trawler
13%inclusion131 decks1.02K decks
10%synergy
Marvin, Murderous Mimic
13%inclusion95 decks756 decks
11%synergy
Myr Retriever
12%inclusion124 decks1.02K decks
10%synergy
Vanguard Suppressor
11%inclusion116 decks1.02K decks
11%synergy
Losheel, Clockwork Scholar
11%inclusion116 decks1.02K decks
7%synergy
Paladin Danse, Steel Maverick
11%inclusion107 decks952 decks
11%synergy
Liberator, Urza's Battlethopter
11%inclusion108 decks1.02K decks
8%synergy
Riptide Gearhulk
10%inclusion61 decks586 decks
1%synergy
Oswald Fiddlebender
10%inclusion105 decks1.02K decks
8%synergy
Securitron Squadron
10%inclusion96 decks952 decks
10%synergy
Canoptek Scarab Swarm
10%inclusion102 decks1.02K decks
10%synergy
Stenn, Paranoid Partisan
10%inclusion101 decks1.02K decks
6%synergy
Kelpie Guide
10%inclusion101 decks1.02K decks
8%synergy
Digsite Engineer
9.4%inclusion96 decks1.02K decks
7%synergy
Instants
Dovin's Veto
42%inclusion429 decks1.02K decks
5%synergy
Dramatic Reversal
34%inclusion352 decks1.02K decks
26%synergy
Generous Gift
34%inclusion347 decks1.02K decks
1%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
25%inclusion258 decks1.02K decks
0%synergy
Negate
24%inclusion250 decks1.02K decks
-4%synergy
Whir of Invention
22%inclusion230 decks1.02K decks
17%synergy
Arcane Denial
21%inclusion217 decks1.02K decks
-4%synergy
Access Denied
18%inclusion188 decks1.02K decks
15%synergy
Swan Song
18%inclusion180 decks1.02K decks
1%synergy
Mana Drain
15%inclusion155 decks1.02K decks
-1%synergy
Brainstorm
15%inclusion154 decks1.02K decks
-3%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
15%inclusion150 decks1.02K decks
-2%synergy
Thirst for Knowledge
12%inclusion127 decks1.02K decks
10%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
10%inclusion99 decks1.02K decks
3%synergy
And They Shall Know No Fear
9.2%inclusion94 decks1.02K decks
8%synergy
Pongify
8.5%inclusion87 decks1.02K decks
0%synergy
Stoic Rebuttal
8.0%inclusion82 decks1.02K decks
7%synergy
Aetherize
8.0%inclusion82 decks1.02K decks
-1%synergy
Permission Denied
7.1%inclusion73 decks1.02K decks
1%synergy
Muddle the Mixture
6.4%inclusion66 decks1.02K decks
1%synergy
Scour for Scrap
6.4%inclusion19 decks298 decks
3%synergy
Three Steps Ahead
5.9%inclusion54 decks921 decks
2%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
5.6%inclusion57 decks1.02K decks
1%synergy
Sink into Stupor
5.5%inclusion48 decks875 decks
-7%synergy
Disorder in the Court
5.2%inclusion53 decks1.02K decks
2%synergy
Sorceries
Fabricate
50%inclusion511 decks1.02K decks
39%synergy
Thoughtcast
42%inclusion432 decks1.02K decks
33%synergy
Dance of the Manse
32%inclusion327 decks1.02K decks
25%synergy
Voyage Home
29%inclusion168 decks586 decks
20%synergy
Farewell
21%inclusion212 decks1.02K decks
2%synergy
One with the Machine
20%inclusion206 decks1.02K decks
18%synergy
Supreme Verdict
19%inclusion199 decks1.02K decks
-9%synergy
Brilliant Restoration
15%inclusion152 decks1.02K decks
10%synergy
For the Emperor!
12%inclusion122 decks1.02K decks
12%synergy
Austere Command
11%inclusion114 decks1.02K decks
-4%synergy
March of Progress
10%inclusion107 decks1.02K decks
9%synergy
Hour of Reckoning
9.2%inclusion94 decks1.02K decks
6%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
8.9%inclusion91 decks1.02K decks
2%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
8.2%inclusion84 decks1.02K decks
3%synergy
Collective Effort
8.1%inclusion83 decks1.02K decks
8%synergy
Split Up
7.7%inclusion59 decks766 decks
3%synergy
Fell the Mighty
7.2%inclusion74 decks1.02K decks
4%synergy
Universal Surveillance
6.9%inclusion71 decks1.02K decks
5%synergy
Reshape
6.9%inclusion71 decks1.02K decks
5%synergy
Ponder
5.3%inclusion54 decks1.02K decks
-6%synergy
Wrath of God
5.1%inclusion52 decks1.02K decks
-2%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Shorikai, Genesis Engine
42%inclusion427 decks1.02K decks
37%synergy
Voltaic Key
41%inclusion419 decks1.02K decks
37%synergy
Halo Fountain
38%inclusion386 decks1.02K decks
36%synergy
Encroaching Mycosynth
37%inclusion383 decks1.02K decks
36%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
36%inclusion364 decks1.02K decks
10%synergy
Thunderhawk Gunship
35%inclusion359 decks1.02K decks
33%synergy
Mystic Forge
34%inclusion349 decks1.02K decks
28%synergy
Lightning Greaves
31%inclusion314 decks1.02K decks
11%synergy
Thousand Moons Smithy
30%inclusion312 decks1.02K decks
25%synergy
Uthros Research Craft
29%inclusion91 decks309 decks
26%synergy
Reaver Titan
28%inclusion288 decks1.02K decks
24%synergy
Thousand-Year Elixir
28%inclusion288 decks1.02K decks
26%synergy
Idol of Oblivion
27%inclusion279 decks1.02K decks
25%synergy
Sculpting Steel
26%inclusion269 decks1.02K decks
21%synergy
Illusionist's Bracers
22%inclusion223 decks1.02K decks
21%synergy
Clock of Omens
21%inclusion217 decks1.02K decks
20%synergy
The Golden Throne
20%inclusion202 decks1.02K decks
19%synergy
Simulacrum Synthesizer
19%inclusion177 decks915 decks
15%synergy
Cloud Key
19%inclusion190 decks1.02K decks
14%synergy
Knight Paladin
18%inclusion187 decks1.02K decks
16%synergy
Darksteel Forge
16%inclusion165 decks1.02K decks
13%synergy
Rings of Brighthearth
16%inclusion162 decks1.02K decks
15%synergy
Isochron Scepter
16%inclusion160 decks1.02K decks
9%synergy
Inquisitorial Rosette
15%inclusion155 decks1.02K decks
15%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
15%inclusion149 decks1.02K decks
8%synergy
Skullclamp
14%inclusion147 decks1.02K decks
6%synergy
Howling Mine
14%inclusion140 decks1.02K decks
8%synergy
Ashnod's Altar
13%inclusion134 decks1.02K decks
10%synergy
The Millennium Calendar
13%inclusion131 decks1.02K decks
12%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
12%inclusion123 decks1.02K decks
0%synergy
Sting, the Glinting Dagger
11%inclusion115 decks1.02K decks
10%synergy
Repurposing Bay
11%inclusion64 decks596 decks
7%synergy
Mycosynth Lattice
10%inclusion105 decks1.02K decks
9%synergy
The Prydwen, Steel Flagship
10%inclusion97 decks951 decks
8%synergy
Tamiyo's Logbook
10%inclusion104 decks1.02K decks
9%synergy
Parhelion II
8.2%inclusion84 decks1.02K decks
2%synergy
Imposter Mech
8.1%inclusion83 decks1.02K decks
0%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
7.6%inclusion78 decks1.02K decks
1%synergy
Transmutation Font
7.5%inclusion69 decks921 decks
7%synergy
Eldrazi Monument
7.4%inclusion76 decks1.02K decks
7%synergy
Welding Jar
7.2%inclusion74 decks1.02K decks
7%synergy
Aerial Surveyor
7.0%inclusion72 decks1.02K decks
2%synergy
Salvation Engine
6.8%inclusion40 decks584 decks
0%synergy
Bident of Thassa
6.8%inclusion70 decks1.02K decks
-3%synergy
Winter Orb
6.7%inclusion69 decks1.02K decks
4%synergy
Staff of Domination
6.7%inclusion69 decks1.02K decks
6%synergy
Mirrorworks
6.5%inclusion67 decks1.02K decks
6%synergy
Thopter Shop
6.3%inclusion65 decks1.02K decks
6%synergy
Genesis Chamber
6.2%inclusion64 decks1.02K decks
6%synergy
Insight Engine
5.8%inclusion18 decks309 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Mirrodin Besieged
40%inclusion414 decks1.02K decks
37%synergy
Efficient Construction
35%inclusion355 decks1.02K decks
31%synergy
Mechanized Production
27%inclusion276 decks1.02K decks
22%synergy
Anointed Procession
21%inclusion218 decks1.02K decks
17%synergy
Artificer Class
18%inclusion187 decks1.02K decks
15%synergy
Unstoppable Plan
18%inclusion106 decks586 decks
12%synergy
Dazzling Theater // Prop Room
13%inclusion95 decks746 decks
10%synergy
Defenders of Humanity
11%inclusion115 decks1.02K decks
11%synergy
Mystic Remora
11%inclusion109 decks1.02K decks
-6%synergy
Moonlit Meditation
10%inclusion29 decks302 decks
7%synergy
Freed from the Real
10%inclusion98 decks1.02K decks
8%synergy
Reconnaissance Mission
9.1%inclusion93 decks1.02K decks
2%synergy
Tempered Steel
8.3%inclusion85 decks1.02K decks
6%synergy
Inspiring Leader
7.2%inclusion74 decks1.02K decks
5%synergy
Tocasia's Welcome
5.4%inclusion55 decks1.02K decks
3%synergy
Propaganda
5.4%inclusion55 decks1.02K decks
-20%synergy
Cathars' Crusade
5.2%inclusion53 decks1.02K decks
2%synergy
Planeswalkers
Tezzeret the Seeker
20%inclusion207 decks1.02K decks
16%synergy
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
11%inclusion38 decks338 decks
9%synergy
Tezzeret, Artifice Master
8.3%inclusion85 decks1.02K decks
7%synergy
Tezzeret, Betrayer of Flesh
5.9%inclusion60 decks1.02K decks
2%synergy
Elspeth, Storm Slayer
5.8%inclusion29 decks499 decks
3%synergy
Utility Lands
Academy Ruins
43%inclusion438 decks1.02K decks
31%synergy
Archway of Innovation
42%inclusion365 decks862 decks
35%synergy
Buried Ruin
42%inclusion429 decks1.02K decks
34%synergy
Reliquary Tower
38%inclusion392 decks1.02K decks
-11%synergy
Uthros, Titanic Godcore
34%inclusion106 decks310 decks
29%synergy
Inventors' Fair
32%inclusion326 decks1.02K decks
23%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
21%inclusion220 decks1.02K decks
14%synergy
Urza's Saga
21%inclusion212 decks1.02K decks
9%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
19%inclusion196 decks1.02K decks
0%synergy
Treasure Vault
15%inclusion152 decks1.02K decks
12%synergy
Fomori Vault
14%inclusion130 decks915 decks
12%synergy
Monumental Henge
11%inclusion96 decks872 decks
8%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
9.4%inclusion29 decks310 decks
6%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
8.9%inclusion91 decks1.02K decks
-2%synergy
Temple of the False God
8.7%inclusion89 decks1.02K decks
1%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
8.4%inclusion33 decks393 decks
4%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
6.8%inclusion70 decks1.02K decks
-11%synergy
Secluded Starforge
6.3%inclusion19 decks300 decks
5%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
91%inclusion931 decks1.02K decks
4%synergy
Arcane Signet
86%inclusion881 decks1.02K decks
2%synergy
Talisman of Progress
60%inclusion610 decks1.02K decks
10%synergy
Azorius Signet
54%inclusion551 decks1.02K decks
-5%synergy
Mind Stone
42%inclusion428 decks1.02K decks
15%synergy
Thought Vessel
40%inclusion414 decks1.02K decks
-2%synergy
Fellwar Stone
27%inclusion275 decks1.02K decks
-2%synergy
Crystal Skull, Isu Spyglass
25%inclusion212 decks853 decks
21%synergy
Commander's Sphere
23%inclusion239 decks1.02K decks
7%synergy
Liquimetal Torque
19%inclusion199 decks1.02K decks
15%synergy
Thran Dynamo
18%inclusion189 decks1.02K decks
11%synergy
Midnight Clock
17%inclusion172 decks1.02K decks
9%synergy
Sonic Screwdriver
15%inclusion157 decks1.02K decks
13%synergy
Mox Opal
11%inclusion116 decks1.02K decks
5%synergy
Patriar's Seal
11%inclusion112 decks1.02K decks
9%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
11%inclusion111 decks1.02K decks
6%synergy
Basalt Monolith
11%inclusion111 decks1.02K decks
6%synergy
Gilded Lotus
8.6%inclusion88 decks1.02K decks
3%synergy
The Mightstone and Weakstone
8.4%inclusion86 decks1.02K decks
3%synergy
Fabrication Foundry
8.2%inclusion84 decks1.02K decks
7%synergy
The Eternity Elevator
8.1%inclusion25 decks310 decks
7%synergy
Worn Powerstone
6.9%inclusion71 decks1.02K decks
4%synergy
Blinkmoth Urn
6.5%inclusion67 decks1.02K decks
6%synergy
Hedron Archive
5.9%inclusion60 decks1.02K decks
3%synergy
Chrome Mox
5.4%inclusion55 decks1.02K decks
0%synergy
Lands
Island
97%inclusion998 decks1.02K decks
2%synergy
Plains
97%inclusion995 decks1.02K decks
2%synergy
Command Tower
86%inclusion880 decks1.02K decks
0%synergy
Razortide Bridge
65%inclusion669 decks1.02K decks
51%synergy
Prairie Stream
64%inclusion660 decks1.02K decks
-2%synergy
Glacial Fortress
56%inclusion570 decks1.02K decks
-5%synergy
Port Town
47%inclusion478 decks1.02K decks
-1%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
44%inclusion453 decks1.02K decks
-2%synergy
Sea of Clouds
43%inclusion438 decks1.02K decks
2%synergy
Deserted Beach
41%inclusion417 decks1.02K decks
2%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
38%inclusion391 decks1.02K decks
3%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
35%inclusion363 decks1.02K decks
-6%synergy
Spire of Industry
31%inclusion316 decks1.02K decks
22%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
28%inclusion289 decks1.02K decks
-11%synergy
Azorius Chancery
28%inclusion283 decks1.02K decks
-10%synergy
Flooded Strand
27%inclusion273 decks1.02K decks
-5%synergy
Exotic Orchard
25%inclusion252 decks1.02K decks
-3%synergy
Mystic Gate
19%inclusion196 decks1.02K decks
-3%synergy
Hengegate Pathway
19%inclusion192 decks1.02K decks
-2%synergy
Nimbus Maze
18%inclusion184 decks1.02K decks
-5%synergy
Evolving Wilds
18%inclusion181 decks1.02K decks
1%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
18%inclusion134 decks763 decks
-9%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
17%inclusion172 decks1.02K decks
14%synergy
Myriad Landscape
16%inclusion167 decks1.02K decks
-1%synergy
Irrigated Farmland
15%inclusion154 decks1.02K decks
-6%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
14%inclusion139 decks1.02K decks
3%synergy
Power Depot
13%inclusion135 decks1.02K decks
11%synergy
Tranquil Cove
13%inclusion132 decks1.02K decks
-6%synergy
Tundra
13%inclusion129 decks1.02K decks
0%synergy
Path of Ancestry
12%inclusion126 decks1.02K decks
-2%synergy
Meticulous Archive
12%inclusion119 decks993 decks
-6%synergy
Seachrome Coast
8.6%inclusion88 decks1.02K decks
-6%synergy
Polluted Delta
6.2%inclusion64 decks1.02K decks
-2%synergy
Fabled Passage
6.0%inclusion61 decks1.02K decks
-2%synergy
Ash Barrens
6.0%inclusion61 decks1.02K decks
3%synergy
Scalding Tarn
5.8%inclusion59 decks1.02K decks
-2%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
5.6%inclusion57 decks1.02K decks
1%synergy
Sink into Stupor
5.5%inclusion48 decks875 decks
-7%synergy
Idyllic Beachfront
5.5%inclusion56 decks1.02K decks
-3%synergy
Marsh Flats
5.5%inclusion56 decks1.02K decks
-2%synergy
Misty Rainforest
5.2%inclusion53 decks1.02K decks
-2%synergy
Windswept Heath
5.2%inclusion53 decks1.02K decks
-2%synergy