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Nick Price
Dec 24, 2025
The Top 10 Most Played Nonlegendary Commander Cards in 2025
We can't end the year without a bunch of top 10 lists! So here's our list of the 10 most played new, nonlegendary Commander cards of 2025.
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Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Redirect Lightning
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
8%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Colossus Hammer
88%inclusion28 decks32 decks
76%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
88%inclusion28 decks32 decks
69%synergy
Open the Armory
78%inclusion25 decks32 decks
64%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
81%inclusion26 decks32 decks
62%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
72%inclusion23 decks32 decks
59%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
69%inclusion22 decks32 decks
58%synergy
Thran Power Suit
63%inclusion20 decks32 decks
56%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
69%inclusion22 decks32 decks
56%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
69%inclusion22 decks32 decks
55%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
66%inclusion21 decks32 decks
52%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
81%inclusion26 decks32 decks
37%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
69%inclusion22 decks32 decks
3%synergy
Sunforger
66%inclusion21 decks32 decks
50%synergy
Nettlecyst
59%inclusion19 decks32 decks
52%synergy
Boros Charm
59%inclusion19 decks32 decks
10%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
59%inclusion19 decks32 decks
52%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
59%inclusion19 decks32 decks
52%synergy
Path to Exile
59%inclusion19 decks32 decks
3%synergy
Sword of the Animist
59%inclusion19 decks32 decks
41%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
59%inclusion19 decks32 decks
52%synergy
Game Changers
Teferi's Protection
28%inclusion9 decks32 decks
11%synergy
Jeska's Will
25%inclusion8 decks32 decks
9%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
22%inclusion7 decks32 decks
6%synergy
Ancient Tomb
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
2%synergy
The One Ring
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
0%synergy
Gamble
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
-1%synergy
Creatures
Reyav, Master Smith
53%inclusion17 decks32 decks
42%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
50%inclusion16 decks32 decks
38%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
50%inclusion16 decks32 decks
39%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
47%inclusion15 decks32 decks
39%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
47%inclusion15 decks32 decks
42%synergy
Esper Sentinel
41%inclusion13 decks32 decks
15%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
28%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
34%inclusion11 decks32 decks
28%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
31%inclusion10 decks32 decks
27%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
31%inclusion10 decks32 decks
24%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
30%inclusion9 decks30 decks
23%synergy
Foundry Inspector
28%inclusion9 decks32 decks
18%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
28%inclusion9 decks32 decks
21%synergy
Lion Sash
28%inclusion9 decks32 decks
21%synergy
Mother of Runes
28%inclusion9 decks32 decks
15%synergy
Bastion Protector
28%inclusion9 decks32 decks
21%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
25%inclusion8 decks32 decks
20%synergy
Lizard Blades
25%inclusion8 decks32 decks
17%synergy
Grand Abolisher
22%inclusion7 decks32 decks
11%synergy
Starnheim Courser
19%inclusion6 decks32 decks
17%synergy
Relic Seeker
19%inclusion6 decks32 decks
17%synergy
Raiyuu, Storm's Edge
19%inclusion6 decks32 decks
16%synergy
Witch Enchanter
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
4%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Silent Arbiter
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
14%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
12%synergy
Leonin Abunas
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
11%synergy
Kor Blademaster
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
12%synergy
Nahiri, Forged in Fury
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
9%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
-5%synergy
Koll, the Forgemaster
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
4%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
-1%synergy
Merry, Esquire of Rohan
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
4%synergy
Brass Squire
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
6%synergy
Bladegraft Aspirant
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
7%synergy
Ironclad Slayer
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
8%synergy
Frodo, Determined Hero
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
9%synergy
Champion of the Flame
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
7%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Freya Crescent
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Voice of Victory
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
-1%synergy
Voyager Quickwelder
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Kassandra, Eagle Bearer
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
4%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
-17%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
1%synergy
Valduk, Keeper of the Flame
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
4%synergy
Éowyn, Lady of Rohan
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
4%synergy
Serra Ascendant
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
3%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
-7%synergy
Kazuul's Toll Collector
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
6%synergy
Instants
Dispatch
50%inclusion16 decks32 decks
36%synergy
Wear // Tear
47%inclusion15 decks32 decks
25%synergy
Generous Gift
44%inclusion14 decks32 decks
9%synergy
Deflecting Swat
34%inclusion11 decks32 decks
19%synergy
Legion Leadership
33%inclusion10 decks30 decks
16%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
31%inclusion10 decks32 decks
13%synergy
Loran's Escape
25%inclusion8 decks32 decks
17%synergy
Chaos Warp
19%inclusion6 decks32 decks
-13%synergy
Dawn's Truce
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
4%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
7%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
12%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
7%synergy
Tibalt's Trickery
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
8%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
-5%synergy
Disenchant
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
7%synergy
Inventory Management
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
6%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
10%synergy
Valakut Awakening
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
6%synergy
Restoration Magic
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Settle the Wreckage
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
8%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
3%synergy
Surge of Salvation
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
6%synergy
Deflecting Palm
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
-9%synergy
Reprieve
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
1%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
7%synergy
Master Warcraft
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
4%synergy
Abrade
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
-4%synergy
Akroma's Will
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
-2%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
-5%synergy
Valorous Stance
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
2%synergy
Condemn
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
5%synergy
Lightning Bolt
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
-5%synergy
Get Lost
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
3%synergy
Oblation
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
5%synergy
Silence
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
1%synergy
Unbreakable Formation
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
-3%synergy
Dawn Charm
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
2%synergy
Excise the Imperfect
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
6%synergy
Pyroblast
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
2%synergy
Sorceries
Blasphemous Act
31%inclusion10 decks32 decks
-1%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
28%inclusion9 decks32 decks
16%synergy
Faithless Looting
22%inclusion7 decks32 decks
6%synergy
Slash the Ranks
22%inclusion7 decks32 decks
19%synergy
Single Combat
19%inclusion6 decks32 decks
14%synergy
Divine Reckoning
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
14%synergy
Vandalblast
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
0%synergy
Seize the Day
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
7%synergy
Relentless Assault
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
7%synergy
Farewell
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
-2%synergy
Response // Resurgence
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
3%synergy
Reckless Handling
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
6%synergy
Overpowering Attack
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
3%synergy
Austere Command
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
-10%synergy
Wrath of God
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
1%synergy
Song-Mad Treachery
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
5%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
1%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Shadowspear
56%inclusion18 decks32 decks
46%synergy
Basilisk Collar
56%inclusion18 decks32 decks
42%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
53%inclusion17 decks32 decks
43%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
50%inclusion16 decks32 decks
40%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
47%inclusion15 decks32 decks
41%synergy
Commander's Plate
47%inclusion15 decks32 decks
41%synergy
Buster Sword
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
35%synergy
Mask of Memory
44%inclusion14 decks32 decks
36%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
37%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
38%inclusion12 decks32 decks
28%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
38%inclusion12 decks32 decks
32%synergy
Darksteel Plate
38%inclusion12 decks32 decks
34%synergy
Mithril Coat
31%inclusion10 decks32 decks
20%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
31%inclusion10 decks32 decks
28%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
31%inclusion10 decks32 decks
27%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
29%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
28%inclusion9 decks32 decks
20%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
27%inclusion8 decks30 decks
20%synergy
Doc Ock's Tentacles
27%inclusion4 decks15 decks
26%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
23%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
25%inclusion8 decks32 decks
23%synergy
Robe of Stars
25%inclusion8 decks32 decks
22%synergy
Fireshrieker
25%inclusion8 decks32 decks
22%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
25%inclusion8 decks32 decks
20%synergy
Argentum Armor
25%inclusion8 decks32 decks
20%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
25%inclusion8 decks32 decks
20%synergy
Genji Glove
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
22%inclusion7 decks32 decks
16%synergy
Inquisitor's Flail
22%inclusion7 decks32 decks
21%synergy
Lightning Greaves
22%inclusion7 decks32 decks
-7%synergy
Leyline Axe
20%inclusion6 decks30 decks
15%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
20%inclusion6 decks30 decks
13%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
17%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
17%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
19%inclusion6 decks32 decks
16%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
19%inclusion6 decks32 decks
18%synergy
Greataxe
19%inclusion6 decks32 decks
18%synergy
Champion's Helm
19%inclusion6 decks32 decks
15%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
19%inclusion6 decks32 decks
17%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
19%inclusion6 decks32 decks
13%synergy
Embercleave
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
8%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
12%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
13%synergy
Hero's Blade
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
12%synergy
Chainsaw
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
11%synergy
Celestial Armor
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
9%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
7%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
10%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
7%synergy
Enchantments
Fighter Class
56%inclusion18 decks32 decks
44%synergy
All That Glitters
47%inclusion15 decks32 decks
38%synergy
Forge Anew
34%inclusion11 decks32 decks
24%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
19%inclusion6 decks32 decks
13%synergy
Forging the Tyrite Sword
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
12%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
8%synergy
Spirit Mantle
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
9%synergy
Land Tax
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
2%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
5%synergy
Gift of Immortality
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
7%synergy
Idolized
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
8%synergy
Pariah
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
5%synergy
Unquestioned Authority
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
3%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
0%synergy
Timely Ward
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
3%synergy
Flaming Fist
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
4%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
-3%synergy
With Great Power...
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
22%inclusion7 decks32 decks
20%synergy
Nahiri, Heir of the Ancients
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
12%synergy
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Nahiri, the Lithomancer
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
4%synergy
Utility Lands
Slayers' Stronghold
69%inclusion22 decks32 decks
46%synergy
Rogue's Passage
53%inclusion17 decks32 decks
21%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
47%inclusion15 decks32 decks
29%synergy
Ancient Den
34%inclusion11 decks32 decks
22%synergy
Buried Ruin
34%inclusion11 decks32 decks
20%synergy
Urza's Saga
34%inclusion11 decks32 decks
25%synergy
Axgard Armory
34%inclusion11 decks32 decks
25%synergy
Great Furnace
34%inclusion11 decks32 decks
22%synergy
Inventors' Fair
28%inclusion9 decks32 decks
19%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
19%inclusion6 decks32 decks
5%synergy
Forgotten Cave
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
10%synergy
War Room
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
6%synergy
Command Beacon
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
10%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
7%synergy
Secluded Steppe
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
7%synergy
Reliquary Tower
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
-7%synergy
Arena of Glory
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
0%synergy
Monumental Henge
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
4%synergy
Fomori Vault
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
8%synergy
Minas Tirith
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
-4%synergy
Sequestered Stash
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
9%synergy
Temple of the False God
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
0%synergy
Amonkhet Raceway
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Witch's Clinic
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
5%synergy
Wasteland
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
5%synergy
Lotus Field
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
5%synergy
Tyrite Sanctum
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
4%synergy
Encroaching Wastes
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
6%synergy
Mistveil Plains
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
4%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
91%inclusion29 decks32 decks
5%synergy
Arcane Signet
78%inclusion25 decks32 decks
-1%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
56%inclusion18 decks32 decks
4%synergy
Boros Signet
44%inclusion14 decks32 decks
-9%synergy
Mox Amber
31%inclusion10 decks32 decks
27%synergy
Fellwar Stone
19%inclusion6 decks32 decks
-6%synergy
Mind Stone
19%inclusion6 decks32 decks
-7%synergy
The Aetherspark
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Thought Vessel
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
-3%synergy
Mox Opal
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
8%synergy
Commander's Sphere
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
-7%synergy
Springleaf Drum
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
7%synergy
Lands
Mountain
100%inclusion32 decks32 decks
2%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion32 decks32 decks
2%synergy
Command Tower
91%inclusion29 decks32 decks
5%synergy
Battlefield Forge
78%inclusion25 decks32 decks
23%synergy
Rugged Prairie
69%inclusion22 decks32 decks
29%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
69%inclusion22 decks32 decks
5%synergy
Sacred Foundry
63%inclusion20 decks32 decks
18%synergy
Spectator Seating
59%inclusion19 decks32 decks
20%synergy
Arid Mesa
47%inclusion15 decks32 decks
19%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
41%inclusion13 decks32 decks
14%synergy
Sundown Pass
38%inclusion12 decks32 decks
2%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
38%inclusion12 decks32 decks
21%synergy
Legion Leadership
33%inclusion10 decks30 decks
16%synergy
Boros Garrison
31%inclusion10 decks32 decks
-8%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
28%inclusion9 decks32 decks
-16%synergy
Temple of Triumph
28%inclusion9 decks32 decks
-11%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
5%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
25%inclusion8 decks32 decks
22%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
22%inclusion7 decks32 decks
3%synergy
Opal Palace
22%inclusion7 decks32 decks
19%synergy
Radiant Summit
20%inclusion4 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
19%inclusion6 decks32 decks
12%synergy
Witch Enchanter
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
4%synergy
Fabled Passage
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
7%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
1%synergy
Evolving Wilds
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
-4%synergy
Plateau
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
4%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
7%synergy
Prismatic Vista
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
6%synergy
Myriad Landscape
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
-9%synergy
Exotic Orchard
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
-16%synergy
Windswept Heath
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
6%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
-3%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
0%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
-5%synergy
Path of Ancestry
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
-4%synergy
Marsh Flats
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
6%synergy
Valakut Awakening
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
6%synergy
Spire of Industry
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
4%synergy
Wooded Foothills
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
4%synergy
Reflecting Pool
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
6%synergy
Elegant Parlor
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
-9%synergy
Scalding Tarn
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
4%synergy
Flooded Strand
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
3%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
7%synergy
Urza's Cave
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Boros Guildgate
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
-3%synergy
Song-Mad Treachery
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
5%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
2%synergy
Mana Confluence
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
3%synergy