Volo, Itinerant Scholar // Master Chef (Commander) - Budget +1/+1 Counters

Volo, Itinerant Scholar // Master Chef
Rank #1,703
11decks
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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Renata, Called to the Hunt
73%inclusion8 decks11 decks
72%synergy
Cankerbloom
64%inclusion7 decks11 decks
61%synergy
Rishkar, Peema Renegade
64%inclusion7 decks11 decks
59%synergy
Chasm Skulker
64%inclusion7 decks11 decks
58%synergy
Master Biomancer
64%inclusion7 decks11 decks
58%synergy
Fathom Mage
64%inclusion7 decks11 decks
57%synergy
Kami of Whispered Hopes
64%inclusion7 decks11 decks
56%synergy
Skatewing Spy
55%inclusion6 decks11 decks
54%synergy
Sharktocrab
55%inclusion6 decks11 decks
54%synergy
Siren Stormtamer
55%inclusion6 decks11 decks
53%synergy
Top Cards
Inspiring Call
64%inclusion7 decks11 decks
50%synergy
Maraleaf Pixie
55%inclusion6 decks11 decks
49%synergy
Kiora's Follower
55%inclusion6 decks11 decks
41%synergy
Forgotten Ancient
55%inclusion6 decks11 decks
46%synergy
Llanowar Elves
55%inclusion6 decks11 decks
27%synergy
Coiling Oracle
55%inclusion6 decks11 decks
42%synergy
Loyal Guardian
55%inclusion6 decks11 decks
53%synergy
Thrummingbird
55%inclusion6 decks11 decks
50%synergy
Wave Goodbye
45%inclusion5 decks11 decks
35%synergy
Defiler of Vigor
45%inclusion5 decks11 decks
44%synergy
Game Changers
Mystical Tutor
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
1%synergy
Creatures
Scavenging Ooze
45%inclusion5 decks11 decks
43%synergy
Omen Hawker
45%inclusion5 decks11 decks
44%synergy
Inga and Esika
45%inclusion5 decks11 decks
43%synergy
Incubation Druid
45%inclusion5 decks11 decks
38%synergy
Tainted Observer
45%inclusion5 decks11 decks
44%synergy
Managorger Hydra
45%inclusion5 decks11 decks
40%synergy
Quirion Beastcaller
45%inclusion5 decks11 decks
45%synergy
Sakura-Tribe Elder
45%inclusion5 decks11 decks
27%synergy
Duskshell Crawler
45%inclusion5 decks11 decks
43%synergy
Reclamation Sage
36%inclusion4 decks11 decks
23%synergy
Evolution Witness
36%inclusion4 decks11 decks
32%synergy
Herald of Secret Streams
36%inclusion4 decks11 decks
22%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
36%inclusion4 decks11 decks
31%synergy
Murkfiend Liege
36%inclusion4 decks11 decks
22%synergy
End-Raze Forerunners
36%inclusion4 decks11 decks
32%synergy
Evolution Sage
36%inclusion4 decks11 decks
26%synergy
Champion of Lambholt
36%inclusion4 decks11 decks
32%synergy
Volo, Guide to Monsters
36%inclusion4 decks11 decks
36%synergy
Peregrine Drake
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
23%synergy
Psychosis Crawler
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
23%synergy
Xolatoyac, the Smiling Flood
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
20%synergy
Iridescent Hornbeetle
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
26%synergy
Tender Wildguide
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
26%synergy
Frilled Mystic
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
24%synergy
Tanazir Quandrix
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
25%synergy
Plaxcaster Frogling
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
23%synergy
Trygon Predator
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
21%synergy
Lorescale Coatl
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
26%synergy
Twenty-Toed Toad
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
22%synergy
Deepglow Skate
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
25%synergy
Poison Dart Frog
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
21%synergy
Ferrafor, Young Yew
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Dundoolin Weaver
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Glen Elendra Guardian
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Fear of Impostors
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Zimone, Paradox Sculptor
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
12%synergy
Herd Baloth
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
18%synergy
Zegana, Utopian Speaker
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
11%synergy
Saiba Cryptomancer
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
18%synergy
Contagious Vorrac
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
18%synergy
Fertilid
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
16%synergy
Acidic Slime
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
13%synergy
Vorel of the Hull Clade
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
10%synergy
Eternal Witness
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
-1%synergy
Elvish Mystic
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
-5%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
12%synergy
Man-o'-War
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
17%synergy
Quandrix Cultivator
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
17%synergy
Kalonian Hydra
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
15%synergy
Instants
Negate
45%inclusion5 decks11 decks
20%synergy
Growth Spiral
45%inclusion5 decks11 decks
1%synergy
Beast Within
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
-22%synergy
Counterspell
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
-22%synergy
Experimental Augury
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
16%synergy
Incubation // Incongruity
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
16%synergy
Repulsive Mutation
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
12%synergy
Return to Nature
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
13%synergy
Aetherize
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
6%synergy
Arcane Denial
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
-4%synergy
Collective Resistance
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
15%synergy
Mana Leak
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
16%synergy
Seedship Impact
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
16%synergy
Heritage Reclamation
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
-18%synergy
Eureka Moment
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
-3%synergy
Essence Capture
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Frantic Search
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
3%synergy
Snakeskin Veil
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
3%synergy
Return of the Wildspeaker
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
-1%synergy
Gaea's Gift
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
7%synergy
Decisive Denial
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
3%synergy
Mutational Advantage
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
4%synergy
Biomass Mutation
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
5%synergy
Solidarity of Heroes
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Plasm Capture
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
6%synergy
Brainstorm
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
-5%synergy
Bioshift
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
7%synergy
Tyvar's Stand
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
5%synergy
Ripples of Potential
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
-1%synergy
Aetherspouts
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Signature Slam
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Invigorating Surge
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Fuel for the Cause
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Nature's Claim
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
0%synergy
Reality Shift
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
-5%synergy
Gift of the Viper
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
7%synergy
Decree of Savagery
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Quandrix Command
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
3%synergy
Joint Exploration
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
4%synergy
Inscription of Abundance
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
7%synergy
Planar Incision
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
7%synergy
Snap
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
5%synergy
Tamiyo's Safekeeping
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
4%synergy
Simic Charm
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
2%synergy
Ride the Avalanche
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Spell Pierce
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
6%synergy
Dramatic Reversal
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
5%synergy
Double Major
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
1%synergy
Natural State
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Sorceries
Expand the Sphere
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
27%synergy
Rampant Growth
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
-13%synergy
Cultivate
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
-19%synergy
Unnatural Restoration
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
16%synergy
Kodama's Reach
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
-17%synergy
Farseek
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
-8%synergy
Nature's Lore
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
-14%synergy
Vastwood Surge
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
17%synergy
Explore
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
-2%synergy
Thirsting Roots
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
16%synergy
Croaking Counterpart
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
5%synergy
Overrun
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
7%synergy
Atraxa's Fall
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Threats Undetected
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Wear Down
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Biogenic Upgrade
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Courage in Crisis
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Winterthorn Blessing
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Curse of the Swine
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
-2%synergy
Cone of Cold
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Give // Take
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Golden Ratio
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Fangs of Kalonia
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
7%synergy
Storm the Seedcore
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Urban Evolution
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
-1%synergy
Smell Fear
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Ezuri's Predation
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
1%synergy
Body of Research
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
7%synergy
Overwhelming Stampede
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
-3%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Ozolith, the Shattered Spire
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
11%synergy
The Earth Crystal
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
11%synergy
Illusionist's Bracers
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Manifold Key
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Bone Sabres
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
-16%synergy
Enchantments
Hardened Scales
45%inclusion5 decks11 decks
29%synergy
Wizard Class
36%inclusion4 decks11 decks
31%synergy
Proft's Eidetic Memory
36%inclusion4 decks11 decks
34%synergy
Branching Evolution
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
15%synergy
Simic Ascendancy
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
14%synergy
Innkeeper's Talent
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
13%synergy
Bred for the Hunt
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
13%synergy
One with the Kami
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Long List of the Ents
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Beastmaster Ascension
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
6%synergy
Roaring Earth
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Ominous Seas
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
5%synergy
Wild Growth
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
0%synergy
Omniscience
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
4%synergy
Communal Brewing
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Overwhelming Instinct
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Kenrith's Transformation
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
5%synergy
Exchange of Words
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
As Foretold
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Jugan Defends the Temple
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Evolutionary Escalation
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jiang Yanggu, Wildcrafter
36%inclusion4 decks11 decks
35%synergy
Tezzeret, Betrayer of Flesh
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
82%inclusion9 decks11 decks
32%synergy
Mosswort Bridge
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
1%synergy
Karn's Bastion
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
7%synergy
Drannith Ruins
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
18%synergy
Oran-Rief, the Vastwood
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
13%synergy
Pit of Offerings
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Lumbering Falls
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
3%synergy
Rogue's Passage
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
-13%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
64%inclusion7 decks11 decks
-17%synergy
Arcane Signet
55%inclusion6 decks11 decks
-9%synergy
Thought Vessel
55%inclusion6 decks11 decks
35%synergy
Simic Signet
36%inclusion4 decks11 decks
6%synergy
Decanter of Endless Water
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
23%synergy
Talisman of Curiosity
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
-13%synergy
Liquimetal Torque
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Lands
Island
100%inclusion11 decks11 decks
4%synergy
Forest
100%inclusion11 decks11 decks
4%synergy
Yavimaya Coast
91%inclusion10 decks11 decks
38%synergy
Command Tower
73%inclusion8 decks11 decks
-12%synergy
Flooded Grove
64%inclusion7 decks11 decks
21%synergy
Simic Growth Chamber
55%inclusion6 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Overflowing Basin
55%inclusion6 decks11 decks
33%synergy
Temple of Mystery
55%inclusion6 decks11 decks
17%synergy
Thornwood Falls
55%inclusion6 decks11 decks
38%synergy
Hinterland Harbor
55%inclusion6 decks11 decks
-7%synergy
Exotic Orchard
45%inclusion5 decks11 decks
21%synergy
Vineglimmer Snarl
45%inclusion5 decks11 decks
6%synergy
Dreamroot Cascade
36%inclusion4 decks11 decks
-8%synergy
Evolving Wilds
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
3%synergy
Simic Guildgate
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
17%synergy
Sodden Verdure
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
6%synergy
Quandrix Campus
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
11%synergy
Myriad Landscape
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
-3%synergy
Tangled Islet
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
2%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
12%synergy
Waterlogged Grove
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
-1%synergy
Blighted Woodland
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
2%synergy
Ancient Ziggurat
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
-11%synergy
Littjara Mirrorlake
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
6%synergy
Barkchannel Pathway
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
-11%synergy
Opal Palace
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
6%synergy
Glasspool Mimic
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
5%synergy
Rejuvenating Springs
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
-33%synergy
Woodland Stream
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
4%synergy