Mister Negative (Commander) - Optimized Lifegain

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Mister Negative
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Andy Zupke
Dec 11, 2025
Andy Zupke
The EDHREC Writers' Favorite New Commanders of 2025
The writing staff at EDHREC gives you the rundown on their favorite new commanders that came out in 2025. Is your favorite on the list?
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