Well, if you're running a Grixis deck with Niv-Mizzet in the 99 anyways, then why not both
Illustrated by: Richard Wright Multiverse ID: 429870 Not Legal Traditional Standard Not Legal Traditional Alchemy Not Legal Traditional Explorer Rulings 2013-06-07 You choose both modes as you cast Cryptic Command
If you would lose life, instead put one of your shields into your hand
No haste, Dethrone (not a thrilling ability outside of casual and Commander), and requiring you to attack the highest life total to take another combat phase during your turn seems underwhelming to me
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