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Niv-Mizzet Lifegain Proxy Deck

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Sale price  $40.00 Regular price  $50.00
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Niv-Mizzet, Ghost Counsel Lifegain Commander proxy deck - image 1

Niv-Mizzet Lifegain Proxy Deck

4.9 · 440 reviews on Etsy
Sale price  $40.00 Regular price  $50.00

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What’s in the box

  • The complete decklist, ready to play
  • Every token the deck makes
  • 330 GSM black-core cardstock
  • Glossy finish · foil upgrade available

Made to order. Every deck is printed and shipped from the U.S. Please allow 3–5 business days for your order to ship out.

Free strategy guideHow to Play Niv-Mizzet, Ghost CounselGame plan, key cards, combos and stats Read the guide

Our Niv-Mizzet, Ghost Counsel list is Orzhov life drain. Niv-Mizzet taps to drain each opponent for 1, and whenever you gain life, you may pay that much life to draw that many cards.

The deck gains life constantly with Soul Warden and extort, doubles it with Rhox Faithmender and Alhammarret's Archive, turns life gain into damage with Sanguine Bond and Vito, and wins on the spot with Exquisite Blood.

How it plays

  • Gain life constantly. Soul Warden, Auriok Champion, Guide of Souls and extort from Crypt Ghast and Blind Obedience gain life every turn.
  • Turn life into cards and damage. Niv-Mizzet draws off each gain. Sanguine Bond, Vito, Thorn of the Dusk Rose and Starscape Cleric turn gains into drain.
  • Close the loop. Exquisite Blood with Sanguine Bond, Vito or Enduring Tenacity is an instant win, or finish with Aetherflux Reservoir or Exsanguinate.

What you get

  • The full 100-card Commander deck, card for card the decklist below
  • Tokens for everything the deck makes
  • Matching custom art across every card
  • Printed on 330 GSM black-core card stock with industrial UV printers
  • Fits standard sleeves like Dragon Shield and KMC
  • Made to order and shipped from the U.S. Allow 3–5 business days to ship

Power level

Bracket 3 (Upgraded). A clear step up from preconstructed decks, built for mid-to-high power casual tables.

Unofficial proxy cards for casual and playtest use. Not tournament legal. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Wizards of the Coast.

Questions

Are these real Magic cards?

No. These are unofficial, high-quality proxy cards printed for casual play — perfect for testing a deck, playing with friends, or enjoying a full Commander deck without hunting down every expensive card. They are not affiliated with or endorsed by Wizards of the Coast.

Can I use them in tournaments?

No. Proxies aren’t legal in sanctioned events. They’re made for kitchen-table games, Commander nights and any playgroup that allows proxies — always check with your group first.

What are the cards printed on?

330 GSM black-core cardstock with a glossy finish. The black core keeps the cards opaque, so nothing shows through from the back.

Will they fit my sleeves?

Yes. Every card is standard Magic size (63 × 88 mm), so standard sleeves such as Dragon Shield or KMC fit perfectly.

Do you offer bundle discounts?

Yes — the more decks you buy, the more you save: 5% off 2 decks, 10% off 3, 15% off 4 and 20% off 5 or more. Mix and match any decks, foil or non-foil. The discount is applied automatically in your cart, no code needed. Build your bundle.

How long until my deck ships?

Each deck is printed to order in the U.S. Please allow 3–5 business days for it to ship out. Shipping within the U.S. is free.

What’s the difference between Foil and Non-Foil?

Both versions contain the exact same cards, printed on the same 330 GSM black-core cardstock. Non-Foil cards have a glossy finish; Foil cards add a shiny foil layer on every card for extra flash at the table.

Do you take custom deck orders?

Yes — send us your commander and decklist on the custom decks page. For anything else, contact us and we’ll get back to you.

Inside the deck

Niv-Mizzet, Ghost Counsel

100cards
Bracket 3power level
2.60avg. mana value
34lands
5token types

Mana curve

00
171
222
73
114
65
16
17+

Card types

  • Creatures28
  • Planeswalkers1
  • Instants11
  • Sorceries6
  • Artifacts11
  • Enchantments8
  • Lands34

Strategy: Lifegain

Full decklist (100 cards + 16 tokens)

Commander

  • 1 Niv-Mizzet, Ghost Counsel

Creatures (28)

  • 1 Children of Korlis
  • 1 Esper Sentinel
  • 1 Guide of Souls
  • 1 Liliana the Faultless
  • 1 Serra Ascendant
  • 1 Soul Warden
  • 1 Soul's Attendant
  • 1 Archivist of Oghma
  • 1 Auriok Champion
  • 1 Blood Artist
  • 1 Elas il-Kor, Sadistic Pilgrim
  • 1 Enlightened Confidant
  • 1 Karlov of the Ghost Council
  • 1 Lotho, Corrupt Shirriff
  • 1 Sorin of House Markov
  • 1 Starscape Cleric
  • 1 Suture Priest
  • 1 Haliya, Guided by Light
  • 1 Kambal, Consul of Allocation
  • 1 Vito, Thorn of the Dusk Rose
  • 1 Crypt Ghast
  • 1 Enduring Tenacity
  • 1 Rhox Faithmender
  • 1 Sheoldred, the Apocalypse
  • 1 Witch Enchanter
  • 1 Bloodthirsty Conqueror
  • 1 Gray Merchant of Asphodel
  • 1 Psychosis Crawler

Planeswalkers (1)

  • 1 Ajani Resolute

Instants (11)

  • 1 Dark Ritual
  • 1 Malakir Rebirth
  • 1 Path to Exile
  • 1 Restoration Magic
  • 1 Swords to Plowshares
  • 1 Despark
  • 1 Heliod's Intervention
  • 1 Anguished Unmaking
  • 1 Flawless Maneuver
  • 1 Deadly Rollick
  • 1 Fell the Profane

Sorceries (6)

  • 1 Reanimate
  • 1 Damn
  • 1 Exsanguinate
  • 1 Toxic Deluge
  • 1 Debt to the Deathless
  • 1 Approach of the Second Sun

Artifacts (11)

  • 1 Sol Ring
  • 1 Arcane Signet
  • 1 Fellwar Stone
  • 1 Lightning Greaves
  • 1 Orzhov Signet
  • 1 Talisman of Hierarchy
  • 1 Thought Vessel
  • 1 Aetherflux Reservoir
  • 1 The Wind Crystal
  • 1 Alhammarret's Archive
  • 1 Bolas's Citadel

Enchantments (8)

  • 1 Authority of the Consuls
  • 1 Cleric Class
  • 1 Land Tax
  • 1 Blind Obedience
  • 1 Black Market Connections
  • 1 Smothering Tithe
  • 1 Exquisite Blood
  • 1 Sanguine Bond

Lands (34)

  • 1 Bleachbone Verge
  • 1 Bojuka Bog
  • 1 Brightclimb Pathway
  • 1 Caves of Koilos
  • 1 Command Tower
  • 1 Exotic Orchard
  • 1 Fetid Heath
  • 1 Godless Shrine
  • 1 Isolated Chapel
  • 1 Marsh Flats
  • 8 Plains
  • 1 Reliquary Tower
  • 1 Scrubland
  • 1 Shadowy Backstreet
  • 1 Shattered Sanctum
  • 8 Swamp
  • 1 Tainted Field
  • 1 Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
  • 1 Vault of Champions
  • 1 Vault of the Archangel

Tokens (16)

  • 2 Cat Soldier 2/2
  • 3 Food
  • 2 Shapeshifter 3/2
  • 2 Starscape Cleric copy 1/1
  • 7 Treasure
Read the full deck guide →

The real thing

What your deck looks like in hand

Every deck is printed the same way on 330 GSM black-core stock.

  • Foil finish
  • Front and back
  • Black core, torn in halfBlack core, torn in half
  • A full deck

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Reviews

What players are saying

4.9

average from 440 reviews on Etsy

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  • ★★★★★
    “I bought this as a gift for my wife and she LOVES it! It's a fantastic deck. Very high quality and shipped quickly!!”
    Kaitlyn Etsy review · Oct 10, 2026
  • ★★★★★
    “Great proxy deck, quality materials were as described. I've been using them and they feel just like real mtg cards.”
    Ren Etsy review · Oct 19, 2026
  • ★★★★★
    “Item shipped fast. I appreciate how cohesive the art is. Deck plays well”
    Roman Etsy review · Oct 17, 2026
  • ★★★★★
    “Nice quality cards at an unbeatable price. I have already ordered several more decks.”
    Evan Etsy review · Oct 17, 2026
  • ★★★★★
    “Customer service answered all questioned i had professionally and timely, the cards feel good and the art work is amazing”
    Sy Etsy review · Oct 14, 2026
  • ★★★★★
    “The art style is amazing it's my pods favorite to see.”
    Hayato Etsy review · Oct 8, 2026
  • ★★★★★
    “I paid the extra for the foil in this deck and it was definitely worth it the quality it amazing and I will buy again.”
    Robin Etsy review · Oct 15, 2026
  • ★★★★★
    “I've been wanting this deck for so long and now I have a very, very nice looking deck. I can't wait to play with it.”
    Alan Etsy review · Oct 19, 2026
  • ★★★★★
    “Best deck proxies. I love the art work and the orders get sent and arrive quick.”
    Shane Etsy review · Oct 8, 2026
  • ★★★★★
    “I may not be the smartest at Commander, but I'll have the prettiest cards!”
    Etsy buyer Etsy review · Oct 19, 2026
  • ★★★★★
    “High quality and fast shipping. And a great proxy deck! Definitely will buy more.”
    Robert Etsy review · Oct 5, 2026
  • ★★★★★
    “Fast shipping, product was exactly as described.”
    Cameron Etsy review · Oct 22, 2026

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