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Levi Perry
Nov 20, 2025
What If Commander Damage Didn't Exist?
What if we got rid of commander damage? Or switched to cumulative commander damage? Let's look at the possibilities.
Deck Filters
Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Wan Shi Tong, Librarian
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
12%synergy
Abandoned Air Temple
2.9%inclusion1 decks35 decks
-2%synergy
Spirit Water Revival
2.6%inclusion1 decks39 decks
-1%synergy
Iroh, Tea Master
2.6%inclusion1 decks39 decks
1%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
2.5%inclusion1 decks40 decks
-1%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Stoneforge Mystic
61%inclusion327 decks535 decks
57%synergy
Colossus Hammer
60%inclusion321 decks535 decks
55%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
60%inclusion321 decks535 decks
55%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
61%inclusion325 decks535 decks
55%synergy
Robe of the Archmagi
54%inclusion287 decks535 decks
52%synergy
The Reality Chip
51%inclusion271 decks535 decks
47%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
53%inclusion281 decks535 decks
47%synergy
Open the Armory
49%inclusion262 decks535 decks
44%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
49%inclusion260 decks535 decks
44%synergy
Helm of the Host
46%inclusion248 decks535 decks
41%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
73%inclusion389 decks535 decks
4%synergy
Esper Sentinel
55%inclusion295 decks535 decks
35%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
47%inclusion249 decks535 decks
22%synergy
Fighter Class
45%inclusion241 decks535 decks
41%synergy
Path to Exile
44%inclusion237 decks535 decks
-5%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
42%inclusion226 decks535 decks
36%synergy
Sunforger
42%inclusion224 decks535 decks
38%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
42%inclusion223 decks535 decks
41%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
41%inclusion219 decks535 decks
39%synergy
Deflecting Swat
41%inclusion217 decks535 decks
27%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
46%inclusion248 decks535 decks
31%synergy
Rhystic Study
39%inclusion208 decks535 decks
19%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
36%inclusion194 decks535 decks
21%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
33%inclusion178 decks535 decks
15%synergy
Ancient Tomb
32%inclusion172 decks535 decks
24%synergy
Smothering Tithe
26%inclusion141 decks535 decks
7%synergy
Mana Vault
26%inclusion139 decks535 decks
21%synergy
Force of Will
25%inclusion133 decks535 decks
19%synergy
The One Ring
24%inclusion126 decks535 decks
16%synergy
Chrome Mox
23%inclusion123 decks535 decks
18%synergy
Creatures
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
40%inclusion216 decks535 decks
38%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
36%inclusion74 decks208 decks
33%synergy
Lizard Blades
33%inclusion177 decks535 decks
31%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
31%inclusion164 decks535 decks
27%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
28%inclusion152 decks535 decks
24%synergy
Lion Sash
28%inclusion149 decks535 decks
26%synergy
Phyrexian Metamorph
23%inclusion122 decks535 decks
15%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
22%inclusion120 decks535 decks
19%synergy
Dalakos, Crafter of Wonders
22%inclusion119 decks535 decks
19%synergy
Grand Abolisher
22%inclusion118 decks535 decks
15%synergy
Jhoira, Weatherlight Captain
20%inclusion109 decks535 decks
9%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
19%inclusion97 decks498 decks
16%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
19%inclusion103 decks535 decks
16%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
19%inclusion102 decks535 decks
16%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
19%inclusion99 decks535 decks
18%synergy
Enthusiastic Mechanaut
18%inclusion97 decks535 decks
6%synergy
Witch Enchanter
18%inclusion74 decks420 decks
11%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
17%inclusion93 decks535 decks
15%synergy
Etherium Sculptor
17%inclusion93 decks535 decks
5%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
16%inclusion84 decks535 decks
13%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
16%inclusion84 decks535 decks
15%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
15%inclusion82 decks535 decks
9%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
15%inclusion81 decks535 decks
15%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
15%inclusion81 decks535 decks
13%synergy
Faerie Mastermind
14%inclusion76 decks535 decks
9%synergy
Dockside Extortionist
14%inclusion76 decks535 decks
11%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
14%inclusion75 decks535 decks
12%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
14%inclusion73 decks535 decks
13%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
13%inclusion68 decks535 decks
10%synergy
Voice of Victory
12%inclusion29 decks244 decks
7%synergy
Pollywog Prodigy
12%inclusion46 decks388 decks
6%synergy
Alexios, Deimos of Kosmos
12%inclusion47 decks400 decks
9%synergy
Shimmer Dragon
11%inclusion60 decks535 decks
11%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
11%inclusion57 decks535 decks
2%synergy
Goblin Engineer
10%inclusion56 decks535 decks
8%synergy
Serra Ascendant
10%inclusion55 decks535 decks
8%synergy
Simian Spirit Guide
10%inclusion54 decks535 decks
7%synergy
Dauntless Dismantler
10%inclusion52 decks535 decks
9%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
10%inclusion52 decks535 decks
8%synergy
Mockingbird
9.3%inclusion36 decks389 decks
7%synergy
Slicer, Hired Muscle
9.2%inclusion49 decks535 decks
8%synergy
Trophy Mage
9.0%inclusion48 decks535 decks
8%synergy
Mother of Runes
8.8%inclusion47 decks535 decks
5%synergy
Loyal Retainers
8.8%inclusion47 decks535 decks
9%synergy
Emry, Lurker of the Loch
8.6%inclusion46 decks535 decks
1%synergy
Aven Mindcensor
8.6%inclusion46 decks535 decks
7%synergy
Foundry Inspector
8.4%inclusion45 decks535 decks
1%synergy
Sun Titan
8.2%inclusion44 decks535 decks
2%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
8.0%inclusion43 decks535 decks
4%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
7.7%inclusion16 decks208 decks
7%synergy
Instants
An Offer You Can't Refuse
40%inclusion215 decks535 decks
21%synergy
Dovin's Veto
37%inclusion198 decks535 decks
19%synergy
Boros Charm
37%inclusion197 decks535 decks
16%synergy
Swan Song
33%inclusion175 decks535 decks
17%synergy
Generous Gift
30%inclusion163 decks535 decks
8%synergy
Silence
27%inclusion147 decks535 decks
22%synergy
Counterspell
24%inclusion128 decks535 decks
-11%synergy
Flusterstorm
23%inclusion122 decks535 decks
18%synergy
Force of Negation
23%inclusion122 decks535 decks
18%synergy
Mystical Tutor
22%inclusion120 decks535 decks
11%synergy
Teferi's Protection
21%inclusion110 decks535 decks
6%synergy
Mental Misstep
20%inclusion109 decks535 decks
17%synergy
Sink into Stupor
19%inclusion81 decks420 decks
10%synergy
Chaos Warp
19%inclusion103 decks535 decks
-3%synergy
Legion Leadership
19%inclusion80 decks419 decks
13%synergy
Mindbreak Trap
19%inclusion102 decks535 decks
16%synergy
Mana Drain
19%inclusion102 decks535 decks
8%synergy
Intuition
17%inclusion92 decks535 decks
15%synergy
Dispatch
17%inclusion90 decks535 decks
4%synergy
Brain Freeze
17%inclusion90 decks535 decks
13%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
17%inclusion89 decks535 decks
14%synergy
Arcane Denial
16%inclusion88 decks535 decks
0%synergy
Pact of Negation
15%inclusion81 decks535 decks
11%synergy
Wear // Tear
14%inclusion74 decks535 decks
7%synergy
Inventory Management
12%inclusion62 decks498 decks
10%synergy
Chain of Vapor
12%inclusion64 decks535 decks
10%synergy
Stubborn Denial
12%inclusion62 decks535 decks
10%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
12%inclusion62 decks535 decks
2%synergy
Abrade
11%inclusion57 decks535 decks
4%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
10%inclusion52 decks535 decks
-2%synergy
Deflecting Palm
10%inclusion52 decks535 decks
4%synergy
Final Showdown
10%inclusion45 decks467 decks
8%synergy
Pyroblast
10%inclusion51 decks535 decks
7%synergy
Delay
9.2%inclusion49 decks535 decks
7%synergy
Dispel
9.2%inclusion49 decks535 decks
7%synergy
Final Fortune
8.8%inclusion47 decks535 decks
7%synergy
Render Silent
8.8%inclusion47 decks535 decks
7%synergy
Valakut Awakening
8.8%inclusion47 decks535 decks
5%synergy
Invert Polarity
8.6%inclusion36 decks417 decks
6%synergy
Counterflux
8.4%inclusion45 decks535 decks
7%synergy
Brainstorm
8.2%inclusion44 decks535 decks
-12%synergy
Negate
8.2%inclusion44 decks535 decks
-8%synergy
Bolt Bend
8.0%inclusion43 decks535 decks
7%synergy
Angel's Grace
7.9%inclusion42 decks535 decks
6%synergy
Muddle the Mixture
7.7%inclusion41 decks535 decks
5%synergy
March of Swirling Mist
7.3%inclusion39 decks535 decks
4%synergy
Into the Flood Maw
6.9%inclusion27 decks390 decks
5%synergy
Akroma's Will
6.9%inclusion37 decks535 decks
-5%synergy
Lightning Bolt
6.7%inclusion36 decks535 decks
-2%synergy
Take the Bait
6.3%inclusion32 decks510 decks
4%synergy
Sorceries
Sevinne's Reclamation
40%inclusion214 decks535 decks
31%synergy
Gamble
23%inclusion122 decks535 decks
16%synergy
Blasphemous Act
21%inclusion115 decks535 decks
-1%synergy
Jeska's Will
20%inclusion109 decks535 decks
6%synergy
Rite of Flame
12%inclusion63 decks535 decks
9%synergy
Fabricate
11%inclusion57 decks535 decks
3%synergy
Austere Command
10%inclusion55 decks535 decks
-2%synergy
Winds of Abandon
10%inclusion54 decks535 decks
9%synergy
Farewell
9.2%inclusion49 decks535 decks
-6%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
8.6%inclusion46 decks535 decks
5%synergy
Supreme Verdict
8.4%inclusion45 decks535 decks
-5%synergy
Transmute Artifact
8.2%inclusion44 decks535 decks
7%synergy
Anchor to Reality
6.5%inclusion35 decks535 decks
6%synergy
Sundering Eruption
6.2%inclusion26 decks420 decks
3%synergy
Vandalblast
6.2%inclusion33 decks535 decks
-3%synergy
Slash the Ranks
6.2%inclusion33 decks535 decks
5%synergy
Disrupt Decorum
6.0%inclusion32 decks535 decks
4%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Skullclamp
40%inclusion216 decks535 decks
30%synergy
Sword of the Animist
39%inclusion208 decks535 decks
34%synergy
The Key to the Vault
37%inclusion174 decks467 decks
34%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
36%inclusion192 decks535 decks
34%synergy
Shadowspear
35%inclusion187 decks535 decks
31%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
34%inclusion183 decks535 decks
31%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
34%inclusion180 decks535 decks
31%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
30%inclusion163 decks535 decks
29%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
28%inclusion151 decks535 decks
23%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
28%inclusion148 decks535 decks
27%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
27%inclusion144 decks535 decks
24%synergy
Nettlecyst
25%inclusion135 decks535 decks
23%synergy
Buster Sword
23%inclusion47 decks202 decks
20%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
23%inclusion121 decks535 decks
19%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
21%inclusion83 decks401 decks
15%synergy
Leyline Axe
20%inclusion65 decks331 decks
16%synergy
Argentum Armor
19%inclusion102 decks535 decks
16%synergy
Mask of Memory
19%inclusion101 decks535 decks
18%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
19%inclusion92 decks493 decks
18%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
18%inclusion95 decks535 decks
16%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
17%inclusion93 decks535 decks
16%synergy
Thran Power Suit
17%inclusion92 decks535 decks
15%synergy
Lightning Greaves
17%inclusion91 decks535 decks
-8%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
17%inclusion48 decks285 decks
15%synergy
Genji Glove
16%inclusion31 decks190 decks
14%synergy
Mithril Coat
16%inclusion87 decks535 decks
10%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
16%inclusion83 decks535 decks
14%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
15%inclusion81 decks535 decks
13%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
15%inclusion81 decks535 decks
13%synergy
Assault Suit
15%inclusion78 decks535 decks
14%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
13%inclusion68 decks535 decks
13%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
12%inclusion64 decks535 decks
11%synergy
Robe of Stars
12%inclusion64 decks535 decks
11%synergy
Bloodthirsty Blade
12%inclusion63 decks535 decks
11%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
11%inclusion27 decks235 decks
9%synergy
Basilisk Collar
11%inclusion60 decks535 decks
6%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
11%inclusion60 decks535 decks
11%synergy
Embercleave
11%inclusion59 decks535 decks
8%synergy
Commander's Plate
11%inclusion58 decks535 decks
9%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
11%inclusion21 decks200 decks
9%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
10%inclusion55 decks535 decks
9%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
10%inclusion55 decks535 decks
9%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
10%inclusion41 decks401 decks
7%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
10%inclusion54 decks535 decks
4%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
10%inclusion54 decks535 decks
6%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
10%inclusion40 decks400 decks
7%synergy
Batterskull
10%inclusion53 decks535 decks
9%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
9.5%inclusion47 decks496 decks
8%synergy
Assimilation Aegis
9.3%inclusion43 decks464 decks
9%synergy
Champion's Helm
9.0%inclusion48 decks535 decks
7%synergy
Enchantments
Sigarda's Aid
39%inclusion207 decks535 decks
33%synergy
Mystic Remora
38%inclusion203 decks535 decks
25%synergy
Forge Anew
33%inclusion174 decks535 decks
28%synergy
Whirlwind of Thought
19%inclusion101 decks535 decks
-6%synergy
Underworld Breach
18%inclusion95 decks535 decks
12%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
16%inclusion86 decks535 decks
15%synergy
All That Glitters
12%inclusion63 decks535 decks
10%synergy
Blind Obedience
11%inclusion59 decks535 decks
9%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
10%inclusion51 decks535 decks
8%synergy
Shiny Impetus
9.2%inclusion49 decks535 decks
8%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
8.6%inclusion46 decks535 decks
6%synergy
Propaganda
8.0%inclusion43 decks535 decks
-3%synergy
Ghostly Prison
7.9%inclusion42 decks535 decks
-4%synergy
Redemption Arc
7.5%inclusion38 decks510 decks
7%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
7.5%inclusion38 decks510 decks
4%synergy
Curse of Opulence
7.3%inclusion39 decks535 decks
4%synergy
Aggravated Assault
6.7%inclusion36 decks535 decks
4%synergy
Touch the Spirit Realm
6.7%inclusion36 decks535 decks
6%synergy
Storm the Vault
6.2%inclusion33 decks535 decks
4%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
6.0%inclusion32 decks535 decks
4%synergy
Counterbalance
5.4%inclusion29 decks535 decks
4%synergy
Psychic Impetus
5.4%inclusion29 decks535 decks
5%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
5.4%inclusion21 decks388 decks
4%synergy
The Sound of Drums
5.0%inclusion27 decks535 decks
5%synergy
Combat Research
5.0%inclusion27 decks535 decks
4%synergy
Planeswalkers
Lukka, Coppercoat Outcast
7.7%inclusion41 decks535 decks
7%synergy
Tezzeret the Seeker
5.6%inclusion30 decks535 decks
3%synergy
Utility Lands
Urza's Saga
43%inclusion228 decks535 decks
34%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
39%inclusion210 decks535 decks
26%synergy
Academy Ruins
24%inclusion128 decks535 decks
17%synergy
Rogue's Passage
22%inclusion119 decks535 decks
2%synergy
Reliquary Tower
16%inclusion83 decks535 decks
-18%synergy
Axgard Armory
15%inclusion80 decks535 decks
13%synergy
Buried Ruin
14%inclusion76 decks535 decks
3%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
13%inclusion71 decks535 decks
8%synergy
Inventors' Fair
13%inclusion69 decks535 decks
5%synergy
Archway of Innovation
11%inclusion47 decks414 decks
6%synergy
Seat of the Synod
11%inclusion59 decks535 decks
-1%synergy
Ancient Den
10%inclusion56 decks535 decks
-1%synergy
Mistveil Plains
10%inclusion55 decks535 decks
10%synergy
Great Furnace
10%inclusion55 decks535 decks
-1%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
9.0%inclusion48 decks535 decks
7%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
8.0%inclusion43 decks535 decks
5%synergy
Mistrise Village
7.4%inclusion18 decks242 decks
0%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
7.3%inclusion39 decks535 decks
5%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
6.4%inclusion34 decks535 decks
6%synergy
Arena of Glory
6.0%inclusion25 decks414 decks
2%synergy
Monumental Henge
5.0%inclusion21 decks417 decks
3%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
92%inclusion494 decks535 decks
3%synergy
Arcane Signet
86%inclusion460 decks535 decks
-3%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
51%inclusion271 decks535 decks
7%synergy
Talisman of Progress
49%inclusion263 decks535 decks
3%synergy
Fellwar Stone
45%inclusion240 decks535 decks
13%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
45%inclusion239 decks535 decks
0%synergy
Mox Opal
31%inclusion164 decks535 decks
25%synergy
Boros Signet
27%inclusion145 decks535 decks
-3%synergy
Azorius Signet
26%inclusion137 decks535 decks
-8%synergy
Lotus Petal
24%inclusion128 decks535 decks
17%synergy
Izzet Signet
23%inclusion124 decks535 decks
-10%synergy
Mox Diamond
20%inclusion108 decks535 decks
16%synergy
Lion's Eye Diamond
15%inclusion79 decks535 decks
12%synergy
Jeweled Lotus
13%inclusion68 decks535 decks
11%synergy
Mana Crypt
13%inclusion68 decks535 decks
10%synergy
Mox Amber
13%inclusion67 decks535 decks
8%synergy
The Aetherspark
10%inclusion28 decks288 decks
7%synergy
Mind Stone
10%inclusion51 decks535 decks
-4%synergy
Thought Vessel
8.8%inclusion47 decks535 decks
-15%synergy
The Irencrag
8.4%inclusion45 decks535 decks
8%synergy
Grim Monolith
7.9%inclusion42 decks535 decks
6%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
93%inclusion496 decks535 decks
0%synergy
Island
82%inclusion441 decks535 decks
-13%synergy
Plains
81%inclusion436 decks535 decks
-13%synergy
Mountain
77%inclusion412 decks535 decks
-17%synergy
Exotic Orchard
66%inclusion355 decks535 decks
5%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
66%inclusion352 decks535 decks
25%synergy
Steam Vents
63%inclusion337 decks535 decks
23%synergy
Sacred Foundry
62%inclusion330 decks535 decks
22%synergy
Arid Mesa
55%inclusion296 decks535 decks
27%synergy
Flooded Strand
55%inclusion295 decks535 decks
26%synergy
Scalding Tarn
54%inclusion291 decks535 decks
27%synergy
Training Center
52%inclusion276 decks535 decks
20%synergy
Sea of Clouds
50%inclusion269 decks535 decks
19%synergy
Spectator Seating
47%inclusion251 decks535 decks
17%synergy
Battlefield Forge
41%inclusion220 decks535 decks
0%synergy
Shivan Reef
39%inclusion206 decks535 decks
-1%synergy
Raugrin Triome
38%inclusion205 decks535 decks
1%synergy
Spire of Industry
37%inclusion197 decks535 decks
24%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
36%inclusion193 decks535 decks
2%synergy
City of Brass
32%inclusion169 decks535 decks
23%synergy
Mana Confluence
31%inclusion165 decks535 decks
23%synergy
Plateau
30%inclusion163 decks535 decks
19%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
30%inclusion163 decks535 decks
-19%synergy
Tundra
30%inclusion162 decks535 decks
19%synergy
Windswept Heath
30%inclusion159 decks535 decks
23%synergy
Volcanic Island
29%inclusion156 decks535 decks
18%synergy
Glacial Fortress
29%inclusion155 decks535 decks
-24%synergy
Misty Rainforest
29%inclusion155 decks535 decks
22%synergy
Sulfur Falls
29%inclusion154 decks535 decks
-22%synergy
Marsh Flats
28%inclusion151 decks535 decks
22%synergy
Mystic Monastery
27%inclusion147 decks535 decks
-31%synergy
Polluted Delta
27%inclusion144 decks535 decks
20%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
27%inclusion144 decks535 decks
20%synergy
Wooded Foothills
26%inclusion138 decks535 decks
20%synergy
Deserted Beach
23%inclusion123 decks535 decks
0%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
22%inclusion120 decks535 decks
18%synergy
Prairie Stream
22%inclusion117 decks535 decks
-19%synergy
Sink into Stupor
19%inclusion81 decks420 decks
10%synergy
Legion Leadership
19%inclusion80 decks419 decks
13%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
19%inclusion102 decks535 decks
-4%synergy
Sundown Pass
19%inclusion101 decks535 decks
-1%synergy
Witch Enchanter
18%inclusion74 decks420 decks
11%synergy
Forbidden Orchard
14%inclusion74 decks535 decks
12%synergy
Rugged Prairie
14%inclusion73 decks535 decks
-7%synergy
Meticulous Archive
13%inclusion68 decks517 decks
4%synergy
Perilous Landscape
13%inclusion52 decks414 decks
-7%synergy
Elegant Parlor
12%inclusion63 decks517 decks
4%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
12%inclusion64 decks535 decks
7%synergy
Thundering Falls
11%inclusion56 decks517 decks
2%synergy
Cascade Bluffs
10%inclusion54 decks535 decks
-12%synergy