Why Play Deadly Rollick
Free instant-speed removal makes this an exceptional piece of interaction in any black commander deck. The ability to exile rather than destroy bypasses indestructible and prevents graveyard recursion, making it particularly effective against problematic commanders and resilient threats. Cast it during combat to remove attackers or blockers, or hold it up as a deterrent while developing your board. The four mana cost is steep if you're forced to pay it, but commander decks should almost never need to thanks to the command zone.Format Notes
Commander represents this card's primary home, where it serves as premium removal in the 99 of nearly every black deck. The free casting cost and exile effect make it particularly valuable in competitive pods where efficient answers are crucial. While legal in Legacy and Vintage, the commander requirement severely limits its applications in those formats where it sees minimal play.Combos & Synergies
Pairs excellently with Teferi's Protection to protect your commander while maintaining access to free spells, and works alongside other commander-dependent cards like Fierce Guardianship for a suite of free interaction. Command Beacon provides insurance by returning your commander to hand if it becomes too expensive to recast, ensuring continued access to Deadly Rollick's alternative cost. Flash enablers like Vedalken Orrery let you deploy your commander at instant speed to unlock the free casting cost unexpectedly.Featured in These Decks
- Enhanced Evolution Commander
