Budget Commander Staples: Golgari

Continuing this month's series looking at budget Commander staples, today I focus on Golgari colors (black/green). I focus on four categories: ramp, card draw, targeted removal, and board wipe. And this is budget, so cards cost under $2.

Ramp

Ramp is about accelerating land deployment and/or mana access. Llanowar Dead, Leyline Prowler, and Skull Prophet are creatures that have mana abilities. Deathsprout and Binding the Old Gods are great combo cards: both removal and ramp.

Card draw

Card draw in Golgari colors often involves sacrificing one of your own permanents.

Targeted removal

This is where Golgari shines. It has many budget cards (I show eight below) that destroy permanents.

Board wipe 

Golgari has a few board wipe options.

Conclusion

The 18 cards shown above are worth considering for any Golgari Commander deck, and won't break your bank to include.