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Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Kraum, Ludevic's Opus
Price tag $9.11

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Esior, Wardwing Familiar Kraum, Ludevic's Opus
Magic color symbol for U Magic color symbol for R
Izzet

How it feels to play against

Mildly Annoying Some frustrating moments but still fun.

Popularity

Niche Pick Less common, brings surprise factor.

Ranking

#4812 Current Rank
#4800 Past 2 Years
17 Decks

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Mana Pool $0.19
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Partner Commanders

This combination consists of these two partner commanders:

Esior, Wardwing Familiar Esior, Wardwing Familiar
Kraum, Ludevic's Opus Kraum, Ludevic's Opus

High Synergy Cards

Cards that work exceptionally well with Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Kraum, Ludevic's Opus's abilities and overall game plan.

Eagle Vision Eagle Vision
+54% Synergy in 56% of decks $0.30
Curious Obsession Curious Obsession
+35% Synergy in 35% of decks $0.47
Leadership Vacuum Leadership Vacuum
+35% Synergy in 35% of decks $0.39
Combat Research Combat Research
+33% Synergy in 35% of decks $0.39
Curse of Opulence Curse of Opulence
+32% Synergy in 35% of decks $4.25
Negate Negate
+30% Synergy in 65% of decks $0.15
Mob Rule Mob Rule
+28% Synergy in 29% of decks $1.88
Dig Through Time Dig Through Time
+28% Synergy in 41% of decks $0.26
Blatant Thievery Blatant Thievery
+28% Synergy in 29% of decks $5.84
Reins of Power Reins of Power
+28% Synergy in 29% of decks $1.77

Top Cards

The most popular and reliable cards that form the backbone of successful Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Kraum, Ludevic's Opus decks.

Treasure Cruise Treasure Cruise
+26% Synergy in 41% of decks $0.21
Counterspell Counterspell
+23% Synergy in 77% of decks $4.36
Propaganda Propaganda
+21% Synergy in 35% of decks $2.63
Curiosity Curiosity
+18% Synergy in 41% of decks $1.30
Rapid Hybridization Rapid Hybridization
+18% Synergy in 35% of decks $0.95
Lightning Bolt Lightning Bolt
+14% Synergy in 41% of decks $0.84
Blasphemous Act Blasphemous Act
+13% Synergy in 53% of decks $1.62
An Offer You Can't Refuse An Offer You Can't Refuse
+8% Synergy in 41% of decks $3.23
Frantic Search Frantic Search
+1% Synergy in 41% of decks $0.77
Brainstorm Brainstorm
-4% Synergy in 41% of decks $0.60

Game Changers

Powerful cards that can single-handedly turn the tide of a game when resolved.

Deflecting Swat Deflecting Swat
+34% Synergy in 53% of decks $76.30
Force of Will Force of Will
+28% Synergy in 41% of decks $58.52
Mystical Tutor Mystical Tutor
+12% Synergy in 35% of decks $17.68
Cyclonic Rift Cyclonic Rift
+8% Synergy in 35% of decks $39.05
Fierce Guardianship Fierce Guardianship
+8% Synergy in 29% of decks $67.28
The One Ring The One Ring
+8% Synergy in 18% of decks $111.03
Chrome Mox Chrome Mox
+8% Synergy in 18% of decks $166.61
Underworld Breach Underworld Breach
+6% Synergy in 18% of decks $10.97
Jeska's Will Jeska's Will
+5% Synergy in 35% of decks $40.79
Gamble Gamble
0% Synergy in 18% of decks $17.74

Creatures

Essential creatures that complement Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Kraum, Ludevic's Opus's strategy through synergy, utility, or raw power.

Hideous Taskmaster Hideous Taskmaster
+30% Synergy in 30% of decks $3.27
Snapcaster Mage Snapcaster Mage
+27% Synergy in 29% of decks $16.91
Dragon's Rage Channeler Dragon's Rage Channeler
+25% Synergy in 29% of decks $1.04
Sprite Dragon Sprite Dragon
+24% Synergy in 29% of decks $0.61
Spellseeker Spellseeker
+23% Synergy in 29% of decks $17.81
Faerie Artisans Faerie Artisans
+23% Synergy in 24% of decks $1.63
Loyal Drake Loyal Drake
+23% Synergy in 24% of decks $0.33
Faerie Mastermind Faerie Mastermind
+19% Synergy in 24% of decks $11.98
Sakashima's Student Sakashima's Student
+18% Synergy in 18% of decks $21.51
Thieving Skydiver Thieving Skydiver
+17% Synergy in 18% of decks $0.36
Clever Impersonator Clever Impersonator
+17% Synergy in 18% of decks $4.19
Phantasmal Image Phantasmal Image
+15% Synergy in 18% of decks $4.87
Phyrexian Metamorph Phyrexian Metamorph
+11% Synergy in 18% of decks $2.28
Erebor Flamesmith Erebor Flamesmith
+9% Synergy in 18% of decks $0.29
Dualcaster Mage Dualcaster Mage
+8% Synergy in 18% of decks $3.99
Kessig Flamebreather Kessig Flamebreather
+5% Synergy in 18% of decks $3.12
Guttersnipe Guttersnipe
-9% Synergy in 18% of decks $0.51
Archmage Emeritus Archmage Emeritus
-11% Synergy in 24% of decks $0.76
Storm-Kiln Artist Storm-Kiln Artist
-16% Synergy in 24% of decks $1.87

Instants

Key instant-speed responses for protection, removal, and keeping Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Kraum, Ludevic's Opus safe.

Domineering Will Domineering Will
+23% Synergy in 24% of decks $0.85
Elminster's Simulacrum Elminster's Simulacrum
+22% Synergy in 24% of decks $2.09
Resculpt Resculpt
+20% Synergy in 29% of decks $0.22
Slip Out the Back Slip Out the Back
+19% Synergy in 24% of decks $5.15
Spell Pierce Spell Pierce
+17% Synergy in 24% of decks $0.26
Fumble Fumble
+17% Synergy in 18% of decks $0.46
Logic Knot Logic Knot
+17% Synergy in 18% of decks $0.30
Unholy Heat Unholy Heat
+17% Synergy in 18% of decks $0.33
Savage Beating Savage Beating
+17% Synergy in 18% of decks $10.38
Izzet Charm Izzet Charm
+16% Synergy in 35% of decks $0.29
Remand Remand
+16% Synergy in 18% of decks $0.31
Display of Power Display of Power
+16% Synergy in 18% of decks $0.36
Fact or Fiction Fact or Fiction
+15% Synergy in 24% of decks $0.27
Daze Daze
+15% Synergy in 18% of decks $2.07
Mana Leak Mana Leak
+14% Synergy in 18% of decks $0.31
Delayed Blast Fireball Delayed Blast Fireball
+14% Synergy in 18% of decks $16.30
Mana Drain Mana Drain
+13% Synergy in 29% of decks $54.54
Force of Negation Force of Negation
+13% Synergy in 24% of decks $45.64
Reverberate Reverberate
+13% Synergy in 18% of decks $2.89
Mental Misstep Mental Misstep
+10% Synergy in 18% of decks $7.66
Narset's Reversal Narset's Reversal
+10% Synergy in 18% of decks $2.72
Arcane Denial Arcane Denial
+6% Synergy in 35% of decks $2.61
Abrade Abrade
+4% Synergy in 24% of decks $0.18
Thrill of Possibility Thrill of Possibility
+3% Synergy in 18% of decks $0.20
Reality Shift Reality Shift
+3% Synergy in 18% of decks $0.24
Pongify Pongify
-4% Synergy in 24% of decks $3.63
Opt Opt
-7% Synergy in 29% of decks $0.28
Chaos Warp Chaos Warp
-9% Synergy in 35% of decks $0.96

Sorceries

Important sorcery spells that advance Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Kraum, Ludevic's Opus's game plan and control the board.

Insurrection Insurrection
+28% Synergy in 29% of decks $11.95
Mana Vapors Mana Vapors
+18% Synergy in 18% of decks $0.33
Mass Mutiny Mass Mutiny
+17% Synergy in 18% of decks $0.39
Wash Out Wash Out
+17% Synergy in 18% of decks $0.40
Sea Gate Restoration Sea Gate, Reborn Sea Gate Restoration
+15% Synergy in 24% of decks $36.63
Clone Legion Clone Legion
+15% Synergy in 18% of decks $2.93
Merchant Scroll Merchant Scroll
+13% Synergy in 18% of decks $4.93
Lórien Revealed Lórien Revealed
+12% Synergy in 18% of decks $6.48
Expressive Iteration Expressive Iteration
+7% Synergy in 29% of decks $0.33
Faithless Looting Faithless Looting
+2% Synergy in 35% of decks $0.78
Vandalblast Vandalblast
+2% Synergy in 29% of decks $2.63
Ponder Ponder
-3% Synergy in 35% of decks $2.93
Gitaxian Probe Gitaxian Probe
-3% Synergy in 18% of decks $3.24
Windfall Windfall
-10% Synergy in 18% of decks $5.34
Preordain Preordain
-11% Synergy in 24% of decks $0.87

Utility Artifacts

Versatile artifacts that provide ongoing value, card selection, or strategic advantages.

Dowsing Dagger Lost Vale Dowsing Dagger
+23% Synergy in 24% of decks $6.94
Sword of the Animist Sword of the Animist
+16% Synergy in 18% of decks $5.92
Lightning Greaves Lightning Greaves
+5% Synergy in 29% of decks $2.97
Swiftfoot Boots Swiftfoot Boots
-6% Synergy in 24% of decks $1.86

Enchantments

Powerful enchantments that support Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Kraum, Ludevic's Opus's strategy and create lasting battlefield effects.

Guild Artisan Guild Artisan
+27% Synergy in 29% of decks $0.27
Sticky Fingers Sticky Fingers
+22% Synergy in 24% of decks $0.28
Curse of Verbosity Curse of Verbosity
+16% Synergy in 18% of decks $0.86
Sigil of Sleep Sigil of Sleep
+13% Synergy in 18% of decks $9.28
Mystic Remora Mystic Remora
+9% Synergy in 29% of decks $13.36
Rhystic Study Rhystic Study
-3% Synergy in 24% of decks $67.78

Utility Lands

Non-basic lands that offer additional utility beyond just mana production.

Rivendell Rivendell
+25% Synergy in 29% of decks $1.33
Mystic Sanctuary Mystic Sanctuary
+21% Synergy in 47% of decks $1.31
Emergence Zone Emergence Zone
+20% Synergy in 24% of decks $4.19
Scavenger Grounds Scavenger Grounds
+20% Synergy in 24% of decks $0.31
Castle Vantress Castle Vantress
+12% Synergy in 18% of decks $0.34
Urza's Saga Urza's Saga
+9% Synergy in 18% of decks $39.13
Reliquary Tower Reliquary Tower
+8% Synergy in 59% of decks $4.38
Otawara, Soaring City Otawara, Soaring City
-1% Synergy in 18% of decks $27.95

Mana Artifacts

Artifacts focused on mana acceleration and color fixing for consistent gameplay.

Cursed Mirror Cursed Mirror
+28% Synergy in 35% of decks $0.39
Relic of Legends Relic of Legends
+28% Synergy in 29% of decks $0.95
Misleading Signpost Misleading Signpost
+19% Synergy in 20% of decks $4.31
Everflowing Chalice Everflowing Chalice
+18% Synergy in 24% of decks $0.32
Mox Amber Mox Amber
+15% Synergy in 24% of decks $81.03
Mind Stone Mind Stone
+14% Synergy in 41% of decks $0.33
Sky Diamond Sky Diamond
+8% Synergy in 18% of decks $0.28
Decanter of Endless Water Decanter of Endless Water
+7% Synergy in 18% of decks $4.53
Thought Vessel Thought Vessel
+4% Synergy in 41% of decks $1.87
Fellwar Stone Fellwar Stone
+2% Synergy in 35% of decks $11.39
Commander's Sphere Commander's Sphere
0% Synergy in 18% of decks $0.21
Arcane Signet Arcane Signet
-2% Synergy in 82% of decks $0.39
Talisman of Creativity Talisman of Creativity
-3% Synergy in 53% of decks $1.27
Sol Ring Sol Ring
-17% Synergy in 71% of decks $1.21
Izzet Signet Izzet Signet
-28% Synergy in 35% of decks $0.30

Lands

The mana base foundation for Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Kraum, Ludevic's Opus decks, ensuring smooth and reliable mana development.

Scalding Tarn Scalding Tarn
+35% Synergy in 65% of decks $33.51
Ferrous Lake Ferrous Lake
+26% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.29
Arid Mesa Arid Mesa
+20% Synergy in 29% of decks $29.31
Exotic Orchard Exotic Orchard
+19% Synergy in 53% of decks $0.25
Steam Vents Steam Vents
+18% Synergy in 65% of decks $10.15
Cascade Bluffs Cascade Bluffs
+18% Synergy in 59% of decks $0.29
Volatile Fjord Volatile Fjord
+18% Synergy in 24% of decks $0.72
Fiery Islet Fiery Islet
+16% Synergy in 41% of decks $4.57
Wooded Foothills Wooded Foothills
+15% Synergy in 24% of decks $19.10
Misty Rainforest Misty Rainforest
+13% Synergy in 24% of decks $35.34
Gemstone Caverns Gemstone Caverns
+11% Synergy in 18% of decks $61.68
Mana Confluence Mana Confluence
+11% Synergy in 18% of decks $34.09
Myriad Landscape Myriad Landscape
+10% Synergy in 29% of decks $0.30
Training Center Training Center
+9% Synergy in 53% of decks $9.95
Path of Ancestry Path of Ancestry
+9% Synergy in 24% of decks $0.28
Volcanic Island Volcanic Island
+9% Synergy in 24% of decks
Bloodstained Mire Bloodstained Mire
+8% Synergy in 18% of decks $20.18
Command Tower Command Tower
+7% Synergy in 94% of decks $0.24
Polluted Delta Polluted Delta
+7% Synergy in 18% of decks $20.43
Flooded Strand Flooded Strand
+7% Synergy in 18% of decks $16.26
Riverglide Pathway Lavaglide Pathway Riverglide Pathway
+5% Synergy in 29% of decks $4.98
Swiftwater Cliffs Swiftwater Cliffs
+5% Synergy in 24% of decks $0.20
Stormcarved Coast Stormcarved Coast
+3% Synergy in 41% of decks $2.67
Sulfur Falls Sulfur Falls
0% Synergy in 65% of decks $0.38
Frostboil Snarl Frostboil Snarl
-2% Synergy in 41% of decks $0.33
Shivan Reef Shivan Reef
-6% Synergy in 53% of decks $0.29
Izzet Boilerworks Izzet Boilerworks
-6% Synergy in 35% of decks $0.35
Temple of Epiphany Temple of Epiphany
-13% Synergy in 29% of decks $0.31

Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Kraum, Ludevic's Opus Deck Stats

Based on 17 Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Kraum, Ludevic's Opus decks.

Average Mana Curve nonland cards
Card Types in the average deck
98 cards
  • Creature 14
  • Instant 20
  • Sorcery 10
  • Artifact 11
  • Enchantment 7
  • Planeswalker 1
  • Land 35

Lands: 16 basic, 19 nonbasic

Most Played Combos

Similar Commanders

The following Commanders share a similar playing style, strategy, or theme like Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Kraum, Ludevic's Opus.

Esior, Wardwing Familiar Ignacio of Myra's Marvels Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Ignacio of Myra's Marvels
Dargo, the Shipwrecker Esior, Wardwing Familiar Dargo, the Shipwrecker // Esior, Wardwing Familiar
The Fourteenth Doctor Bill Potts The Fourteenth Doctor // Bill Potts
Volo, Itinerant Scholar Candlekeep Sage Volo, Itinerant Scholar // Candlekeep Sage
Esior, Wardwing Familiar Siani, Eye of the Storm Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Siani, Eye of the Storm
Ghost of Ramirez DePietro Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist Ghost of Ramirez DePietro // Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist
The Twelfth Doctor Nyssa of Traken The Twelfth Doctor // Nyssa of Traken
Esior, Wardwing Familiar Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Ludevic, Necro-Alchemist
Karlach, Fury of Avernus Candlekeep Sage Karlach, Fury of Avernus // Candlekeep Sage
Karlach, Fury of Avernus Clan Crafter Karlach, Fury of Avernus // Clan Crafter
Karlach, Fury of Avernus Dungeon Delver Karlach, Fury of Avernus // Dungeon Delver
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar Kraum, Ludevic's Opus Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar // Kraum, Ludevic's Opus
Baeloth Barrityl, Entertainer Clan Crafter Baeloth Barrityl, Entertainer // Clan Crafter
Baeloth Barrityl, Entertainer Feywild Visitor Baeloth Barrityl, Entertainer // Feywild Visitor
Krark, the Thumbless Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator Krark, the Thumbless // Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator
The Tenth Doctor Martha Jones The Tenth Doctor // Martha Jones
Karlach, Fury of Avernus Feywild Visitor Karlach, Fury of Avernus // Feywild Visitor
Esior, Wardwing Familiar Katerina of Myra's Marvels Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Katerina of Myra's Marvels
Esior, Wardwing Familiar Kydele, Chosen of Kruphix Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Kydele, Chosen of Kruphix
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar // Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator
Jeska, Thrice Reborn Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator Jeska, Thrice Reborn // Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator
Karlach, Fury of Avernus Sword Coast Sailor Karlach, Fury of Avernus // Sword Coast Sailor
Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator Toggo, Goblin Weaponsmith Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator // Toggo, Goblin Weaponsmith
Breeches, Brazen Plunderer Brinelin, the Moon Kraken Breeches, Brazen Plunderer // Brinelin, the Moon Kraken
Breeches, Brazen Plunderer Ghost of Ramirez DePietro Breeches, Brazen Plunderer // Ghost of Ramirez DePietro
Breeches, Brazen Plunderer Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator Breeches, Brazen Plunderer // Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator
Esior, Wardwing Familiar Jeska, Thrice Reborn Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Jeska, Thrice Reborn
Esior, Wardwing Familiar Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
Esior, Wardwing Familiar Krark, the Thumbless Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Krark, the Thumbless
Esior, Wardwing Familiar Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
Esior, Wardwing Familiar Toggo, Goblin Weaponsmith Esior, Wardwing Familiar // Toggo, Goblin Weaponsmith
The Twelfth Doctor Adric, Mathematical Genius The Twelfth Doctor // Adric, Mathematical Genius
The Twelfth Doctor Amy Pond The Twelfth Doctor // Amy Pond
The Twelfth Doctor Bill Potts The Twelfth Doctor // Bill Potts
The Twelfth Doctor Clara Oswald The Twelfth Doctor // Clara Oswald
The Twelfth Doctor Dan Lewis The Twelfth Doctor // Dan Lewis
The Twelfth Doctor Donna Noble The Twelfth Doctor // Donna Noble
The Twelfth Doctor K-9, Mark I The Twelfth Doctor // K-9, Mark I
The Twelfth Doctor Martha Jones The Twelfth Doctor // Martha Jones
The Twelfth Doctor Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg The Twelfth Doctor // Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg