Appa, Steadfast Guardian (Commander)

Appa, Steadfast Guardian
Rank #1,343
1,237decks
Brian Cain
Apr 27, 2026
Can We Build a Commander Deck Around the Prepared Mechanic?
The new prepared mechanic from Secrets of Strixhaven doesn't have a dedicated commander. Let's see if we can make one ourselves.
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Lands
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10%synergy
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0%synergy
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-3%synergy
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4%synergy
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1%synergy
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0%synergy
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3%synergy
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-10%synergy
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2%synergy