Bristly Bill, Spine Sower (Commander) - Optimized +1/+1 Counters

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Man-Thing, Marsh ProtectorMan-Thing, Marsh Protector

Bristly Bill, Spine Sower
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Mike Carrozza
May 20, 2026
Mike Carrozza
Am I the Bolas? - "I Would've Won and We Would've Played Another Game"
This week on Am I the Bolas?, should you refrain from using your removal, particularly on opponents' commanders? Or should you let it fly?
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