My attempt to find the statistically best version of Icaria black by isolating the cards used most often by high level players.
Core cards (first crafts):
Seek Power
Torch
Annihilate
Quarry
Slay
Rizahn, Greatbow Master
Icaria, the LIberator
Current shell (second crafts):
Vanquish
Auric Runehammer
Statuary Maiden
Harsh Rule
Current 'tossup' cards open to substitution:
Lingering Influence
Cull the Deck
Winchest Merchant
Rise to the Challenge
Cards intentionally excluded:
Valkyrie Enforcer
Sheriff Marley
Tavrod, Auric Broker
Inquisitor Makto