Appa, Steadfast Guardian (Commander) - Expensive

Appa, Steadfast Guardian
Rank #1,325
135decks
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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5%synergy
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1%synergy
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5%synergy
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47%synergy
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46%synergy
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40%synergy
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25%synergy
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23%synergy
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23%synergy
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21%synergy
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20%synergy
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1%synergy
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6%synergy
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