Arcades, the Strategist (Commander) - Budget Core Defenders

Arcades, the Strategist
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Alejandro Fuentes
Apr 7, 2026
Alejandro Fuentes
Ranking Every Elder Dragon On a Tier List
Alejandro ranks every Elder Dragon printed in Magic since 1994, including the five new Elder Dragons from Secrets of Strixhaven.
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Overgrown Battlement
93%inclusion50 decks54 decks
85%synergy
Axebane Guardian
85%inclusion46 decks54 decks
78%synergy
Wall of Frost
74%inclusion40 decks54 decks
68%synergy
Wall of Blossoms
76%inclusion41 decks54 decks
68%synergy
High Alert
74%inclusion40 decks54 decks
68%synergy
Wall of Omens
74%inclusion40 decks54 decks
66%synergy
Assault Formation
70%inclusion38 decks54 decks
65%synergy
Wall of Denial
70%inclusion38 decks54 decks
63%synergy
Tetsuko Umezawa, Fugitive
69%inclusion37 decks54 decks
61%synergy
Tower Defense
67%inclusion36 decks54 decks
61%synergy
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Slaughter the Strong
67%inclusion36 decks54 decks
61%synergy
Crashing Drawbridge
65%inclusion35 decks54 decks
58%synergy
Shield-Wall Sentinel
65%inclusion35 decks54 decks
60%synergy
Wall of Runes
61%inclusion33 decks54 decks
57%synergy
Wall of Tanglecord
59%inclusion32 decks54 decks
55%synergy
Angelic Wall
59%inclusion32 decks54 decks
56%synergy
Dusk // Dawn
59%inclusion32 decks54 decks
53%synergy
Fell the Mighty
57%inclusion31 decks54 decks
52%synergy
Stalwart Shield-Bearers
57%inclusion31 decks54 decks
51%synergy
Wall of Roots
56%inclusion30 decks54 decks
52%synergy
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Vine Trellis
56%inclusion30 decks54 decks
51%synergy
Suspicious Bookcase
56%inclusion30 decks54 decks
54%synergy
Wall of Junk
54%inclusion29 decks54 decks
49%synergy
Walking Bulwark
54%inclusion29 decks54 decks
50%synergy
Hover Barrier
54%inclusion29 decks54 decks
48%synergy
The Pride of Hull Clade
52%inclusion28 decks54 decks
46%synergy
Jungle Barrier
52%inclusion28 decks54 decks
50%synergy
Fortified Rampart
50%inclusion27 decks54 decks
47%synergy
Riptide Turtle
48%inclusion26 decks54 decks
46%synergy
Wingmantle Chaplain
46%inclusion25 decks54 decks
43%synergy
Mnemonic Wall
46%inclusion25 decks54 decks
44%synergy
Wall of Essence
43%inclusion23 decks54 decks
41%synergy
Portcullis Vine
43%inclusion23 decks54 decks
42%synergy
Carven Caryatid
41%inclusion22 decks54 decks
38%synergy
Perimeter Captain
39%inclusion21 decks54 decks
34%synergy
Fog Bank
39%inclusion21 decks54 decks
36%synergy
Geist of the Archives
39%inclusion21 decks54 decks
38%synergy
Jeskai Barricade
39%inclusion21 decks54 decks
34%synergy
Wall of Mulch
39%inclusion21 decks54 decks
37%synergy
Amaranthine Wall
37%inclusion20 decks54 decks
36%synergy
Sunscape Familiar
37%inclusion20 decks54 decks
30%synergy
Glacial Wall
35%inclusion19 decks54 decks
33%synergy
Wall of Mist
35%inclusion19 decks54 decks
34%synergy
Crystal Barricade
34%inclusion17 decks50 decks
29%synergy
Drift of Phantasms
33%inclusion18 decks54 decks
30%synergy
Resolute Watchdog
33%inclusion18 decks54 decks
30%synergy
Gatecreeper Vine
30%inclusion16 decks54 decks
28%synergy
Gleaming Barrier
30%inclusion16 decks54 decks
29%synergy
Wall of Vines
30%inclusion16 decks54 decks
29%synergy
Corrupted Shapeshifter
30%inclusion16 decks54 decks
26%synergy
Saruli Caretaker
28%inclusion15 decks54 decks
27%synergy
Steel Wall
28%inclusion15 decks54 decks
26%synergy
Consulate Skygate
28%inclusion15 decks54 decks
27%synergy
Wall of Glare
28%inclusion15 decks54 decks
24%synergy
Orator of Ojutai
28%inclusion15 decks54 decks
26%synergy
Sylvan Caryatid
26%inclusion14 decks54 decks
20%synergy
Wall of Stolen Identity
26%inclusion14 decks54 decks
22%synergy
Flumph
26%inclusion14 decks54 decks
22%synergy
Guardians of Meletis
24%inclusion13 decks54 decks
24%synergy
Bedrock Tortoise
24%inclusion13 decks54 decks
22%synergy
Tree of Redemption
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
18%synergy
Jaddi Offshoot
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
21%synergy
Wall of Tears
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
21%synergy
Doorkeeper
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
22%synergy
Towering Titan
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
19%synergy
Clockwork Drawbridge
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
22%synergy
Wall of Hope
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
21%synergy
Plumeveil
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
20%synergy
Coral Colony
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
20%synergy
Rigo, Streetwise Mentor
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
17%synergy
Instants
Negate
48%inclusion26 decks54 decks
34%synergy
Bar the Door
43%inclusion23 decks54 decks
40%synergy
Solidarity
31%inclusion17 decks54 decks
31%synergy
Return to Nature
26%inclusion14 decks54 decks
24%synergy
Counterspell
26%inclusion14 decks54 decks
-12%synergy
Bant Charm
24%inclusion13 decks54 decks
18%synergy
Naturalize
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
21%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
-44%synergy
Path to Exile
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
-30%synergy
Disdainful Stroke
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
16%synergy
Rally to Battle
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
17%synergy
Join Shields
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
15%synergy
Growth Spiral
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Generous Gift
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
-10%synergy
Beast Within
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
-14%synergy
Aegis of the Heavens
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
12%synergy
Keep Safe
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
9%synergy
Fog
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Make a Stand
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Disenchant
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Seedship Impact
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Unexpected Assistance
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
6%synergy
Essence Scatter
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Reality Shift
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Unbreakable Formation
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Aetherize
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Disperse
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Brokers Charm
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Sorceries
Expel the Interlopers
33%inclusion18 decks54 decks
30%synergy
Rampant Growth
28%inclusion15 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Destined Confrontation
25%inclusion5 decks20 decks
23%synergy
Cultivate
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
-16%synergy
Farseek
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
-28%synergy
Explore
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
8%synergy
Austere Command
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
0%synergy
Circuitous Route
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
8%synergy
The Battle of Bywater
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Time Wipe
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Search for Tomorrow
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Nature's Lore
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
-20%synergy
Reunion of the House
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
6%synergy
Return to the Ranks
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Overrun
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Divination
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Wear Down
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
-3%synergy
Another Round
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Spirit Water Revival
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
1%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Mirror Shield
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
22%synergy
Slagwurm Armor
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
19%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
-10%synergy
Accorder's Shield
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
16%synergy
Cathar's Shield
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
13%synergy
Warmonger's Chariot
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
13%synergy
Rammas Echor, Ancient Shield
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Vanguard's Shield
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Bident of Thassa
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Lightning Greaves
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
-11%synergy
Larval Scoutlander
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Alacrian Armory
6.7%inclusion3 decks45 decks
7%synergy
Lifecrafter's Bestiary
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Colfenor's Urn
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Dragon Throne of Tarkir
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
The Birth of Meletis
30%inclusion16 decks54 decks
28%synergy
Stoneskin
30%inclusion16 decks54 decks
26%synergy
Brave the Sands
26%inclusion14 decks54 decks
21%synergy
Sight of the Scalelords
24%inclusion13 decks54 decks
23%synergy
Angelic Shield
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
20%synergy
Builder's Blessing
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
15%synergy
Assemble the Players
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
12%synergy
Castle
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
13%synergy
Rolling Stones
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
10%synergy
Vault 75: Middle School
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
10%synergy
Restricted Office // Lecture Hall
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
9%synergy
Serra's Blessing
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
9%synergy
Builder's Talent
7.5%inclusion4 decks53 decks
7%synergy
Reconnaissance Mission
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Deep Freeze
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Spidersilk Armor
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Hold the Gates
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Fortified Area
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
High Ground
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Fortifying Provisions
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Treefolk Umbra
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Planeswalkers
Huatli, the Sun's Heart
33%inclusion18 decks54 decks
31%synergy
Teyo, the Shieldmage
28%inclusion15 decks54 decks
26%synergy
Utility Lands
Access Tunnel
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
19%synergy
Rogue's Passage
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Reliquary Tower
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
-30%synergy
Secluded Steppe
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
59%inclusion32 decks54 decks
-12%synergy
Sol Ring
52%inclusion28 decks54 decks
-29%synergy
Azorius Signet
24%inclusion13 decks54 decks
14%synergy
Commander's Sphere
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
16%synergy
Simic Signet
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
11%synergy
Selesnya Signet
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
10%synergy
Selesnya Locket
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
11%synergy
Mind Stone
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Talisman of Curiosity
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
-3%synergy
Fellwar Stone
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
-7%synergy
Thought Vessel
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
-13%synergy
Simic Locket
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Obelisk of Bant
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Talisman of Unity
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
-4%synergy
Azorius Locket
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Island
100%inclusion54 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Forest
100%inclusion54 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion54 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Command Tower
78%inclusion42 decks54 decks
-13%synergy
Seaside Citadel
67%inclusion36 decks54 decks
15%synergy
Evolving Wilds
61%inclusion33 decks54 decks
35%synergy
Tranquil Cove
48%inclusion26 decks54 decks
43%synergy
Simic Guildgate
41%inclusion22 decks54 decks
38%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
39%inclusion21 decks54 decks
22%synergy
Blossoming Sands
39%inclusion21 decks54 decks
33%synergy
Selesnya Guildgate
37%inclusion20 decks54 decks
34%synergy
Azorius Guildgate
37%inclusion20 decks54 decks
34%synergy
Thornwood Falls
37%inclusion20 decks54 decks
31%synergy
Prairie Stream
33%inclusion18 decks54 decks
-12%synergy
Exotic Orchard
30%inclusion16 decks54 decks
-27%synergy
Tranquil Landscape
30%inclusion16 decks54 decks
14%synergy
Canopy Vista
28%inclusion15 decks54 decks
-19%synergy
Azorius Chancery
24%inclusion13 decks54 decks
10%synergy
Brokers Hideout
24%inclusion13 decks54 decks
16%synergy
Bant Panorama
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
18%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Temple of Mystery
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
0%synergy
Yavimaya Coast
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
-11%synergy
Hinterland Harbor
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
-30%synergy
Sungrass Prairie
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
-3%synergy
Sunpetal Grove
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
-27%synergy
Selesnya Sanctuary
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Glacial Fortress
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
-32%synergy
Temple of Plenty
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
-6%synergy
Sodden Verdure
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
9%synergy
Myriad Landscape
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Brushland
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
-15%synergy
Graypelt Refuge
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
12%synergy
Fortified Village
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
-1%synergy
Path of Ancestry
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
-12%synergy
Vineglimmer Snarl
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
0%synergy
Tranquil Expanse
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
10%synergy
Krosan Verge
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Port Town
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
-4%synergy
Meandering River
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
9%synergy
Ash Barrens
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Thriving Isle
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
-10%synergy
Thriving Grove
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Woodland Stream
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
8%synergy
Simic Growth Chamber
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
-8%synergy
Botanical Plaza
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Irrigated Farmland
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Treva's Ruins
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Thriving Heath
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
2%synergy
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