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This mechanic can also be used offensively to slow your opponents down, but Appa's ability is only defensive in this specific case

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Add on top of that evasion, ward, and getting a +1/+1 each time Valgavoth triggers that card draw, and you've got the perfect commander to build a red/black deck around.

When tapped, it grants the player one blue or white mana per turn

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