Malik, Grim Manipulator (Commander) - Upgraded Control

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Negan, the Cold-BloodedNegan, the Cold-Blooded

Malik, Grim Manipulator
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Josh Nelson
Oct 8, 2026
Josh Nelson
Raising the Nine Hells With Avacyn, Angel of Horror
As a "filthy Aristocrats player," it's only right that Josh Nelson covers the newest spooky commander in mono-black: Avacyn, Angel of Horror!
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