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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
Hexing Squelcher
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
10%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Stoneforge Mystic
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
89%synergy
Urza's Saga
92%inclusion12 decks13 decks
83%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
82%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
81%synergy
Colossus Hammer
92%inclusion12 decks13 decks
81%synergy
Fighter Class
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
73%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
72%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
72%synergy
Commander's Plate
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
71%synergy
Open the Armory
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
71%synergy
Top Cards
Deflecting Swat
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
69%synergy
Esper Sentinel
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
52%synergy
Shadowspear
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
67%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
67%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
67%synergy
Buster Sword
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
66%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
63%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
66%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Sword of the Animist
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
51%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
38%synergy
Teferi's Protection
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
30%synergy
Jeska's Will
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
30%synergy
Ancient Tomb
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Farewell
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Mana Vault
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Mox Diamond
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Smothering Tithe
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-12%synergy
Gamble
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
1%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Creatures
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
54%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
48%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
50%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
49%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
43%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
33%synergy
Grand Abolisher
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
36%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
39%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
39%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
33%synergy
Wyleth, Soul of Steel
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
34%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
31%synergy
Recruiter of the Guard
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
31%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
28%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
19%synergy
Mother of Runes
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
18%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
27%synergy
Simian Spirit Guide
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
19%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Lion Sash
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
16%synergy
Raiyuu, Storm's Edge
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
16%synergy
Lizard Blades
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Voice of Victory
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Silent Arbiter
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Swiftblade Vindicator
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Bastion Protector
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Nahiri, Forged in Fury
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Goblin Welder
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Rabbit Battery
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Amy Rose
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Sami, Wildcat Captain
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
3%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Phyrexian Dragon Engine
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Witch Enchanter
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-5%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-7%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-6%synergy
Valduk, Keeper of the Flame
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Relic Seeker
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Luminous Broodmoth
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Baeloth Barrityl, Entertainer
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Koll, the Forgemaster
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Brash Taunter
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Argivian Archaeologist
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Merry, Esquire of Rohan
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Giver of Runes
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
1%synergy
Instants
Boros Charm
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Dispatch
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
40%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
28%synergy
Wear // Tear
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
25%synergy
Path to Exile
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
-18%synergy
Generous Gift
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Chaos Warp
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Legion Leadership
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
27%synergy
Redirect Lightning
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
26%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Silence
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
18%synergy
Inventory Management
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
17%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
20%synergy
Valakut Awakening
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
17%synergy
Restoration Magic
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Loran's Escape
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Dawn's Truce
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
9%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Pyroblast
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Akroma's Will
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
3%synergy
The Last Agni Kai
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Fire Magic
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Temur Battle Rage
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Clever Concealment
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
1%synergy
Lightning Bolt
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-3%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
1%synergy
Seething Song
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Angel's Grace
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Guff Rewrites History
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Oblation
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Final Fortune
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Mana Tithe
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-10%synergy
Magnetic Theft
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Big Score
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-3%synergy
Skullcrack
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Surge of Salvation
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Battlefield Improvisation
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Karametra's Blessing
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Reprieve
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-1%synergy
Sorceries
Wheel of Fortune
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
43%synergy
Blasphemous Act
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
-2%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Seize the Day
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
17%synergy
Divine Reckoning
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Winds of Abandon
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Single Combat
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Slash the Ranks
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Overpowering Attack
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Vandalblast
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-8%synergy
Faithless Looting
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-8%synergy
Scrap Mastery
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Sundering Eruption
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Rip Apart
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-6%synergy
Reckless Handling
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Nettlecyst
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
55%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
54%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
18%synergy
Sunforger
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
46%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
52%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
46%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
39%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
36%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
29%synergy
Thran Power Suit
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
32%synergy
Robe of Stars
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
36%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
31%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
25%synergy
Genji Glove
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
26%synergy
Mithril Coat
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
20%synergy
Strength-Testing Hammer
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
30%synergy
Helm of the Host
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
24%synergy
Lightning Greaves
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Mask of Memory
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
28%synergy
Grafted Exoskeleton
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
29%synergy
Basilisk Collar
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
17%synergy
Quietus Spike
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Embercleave
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
16%synergy
Skullclamp
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
18%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
19%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
21%synergy
The Dominion Bracelet
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
18%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Celestial Armor
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Leyline Axe
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
9%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
10%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
9%synergy
Sting, the Glinting Dagger
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Inquisitor's Flail
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Argentum Armor
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Bladehold War-Whip
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
9%synergy
Cori-Steel Cutter
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Ultima Weapon
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Zephyr Boots
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
36%synergy
All That Glitters
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
18%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
18%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Aggravated Assault
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Spirit Mantle
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Smoke
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Idolized
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Land Tax
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-3%synergy
Ghostly Prison
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-1%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-1%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
29%synergy
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Slayers' Stronghold
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
47%synergy
Buried Ruin
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
40%synergy
Inventors' Fair
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
44%synergy
Ancient Den
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
26%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
25%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Rogue's Passage
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
29%synergy
Axgard Armory
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Great Furnace
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
18%synergy
Command Beacon
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
18%synergy
Monumental Henge
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
18%synergy
Hall of the Bandit Lord
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Fomori Vault
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Arena of Glory
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Strip Mine
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Wasteland
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Cave of the Frost Dragon
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Tyrite Sanctum
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Blinkmoth Nexus
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Cathedral of War
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Mutavault
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
War Room
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-2%synergy
Emergence Zone
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Kher Keep
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
1%synergy
Minas Tirith
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-6%synergy
Restless Bivouac
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Mishra's Workshop
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Mistveil Plains
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Homeward Path
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Needle Spires
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Rishadan Port
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Den of the Bugbear
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-1%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
92%inclusion12 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Sol Ring
92%inclusion12 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Mox Amber
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
80%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
9%synergy
Mox Opal
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
49%synergy
Boros Signet
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
-29%synergy
Lotus Petal
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
10%synergy
The Aetherspark
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Fellwar Stone
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-9%synergy
Commander's Sphere
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-8%synergy
Hedron Archive
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Cursed Mirror
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Relic of Legends
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
The Irencrag
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Coveted Jewel
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Springleaf Drum
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Mind Stone
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-18%synergy
Chrome Mox
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Sacred Foundry
92%inclusion12 decks13 decks
47%synergy
Mountain
92%inclusion12 decks13 decks
-5%synergy
Plains
92%inclusion12 decks13 decks
-6%synergy
Arid Mesa
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
48%synergy
Plateau
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
65%synergy
Spectator Seating
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
37%synergy
Battlefield Forge
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Rugged Prairie
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
28%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
53%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
35%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
51%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
42%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
-18%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
40%synergy
Prismatic Vista
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
32%synergy
Windswept Heath
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
32%synergy
Sundown Pass
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Marsh Flats
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
32%synergy
Flooded Strand
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
32%synergy
Wooded Foothills
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
25%synergy
Elegant Parlor
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Legion Leadership
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Scalding Tarn
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
25%synergy
City of Brass
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
27%synergy
Exotic Orchard
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
-6%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Opal Palace
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
20%synergy
Mana Confluence
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
19%synergy
Valakut Awakening
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
17%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-28%synergy
Reflecting Pool
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Cavern of Souls
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Snow-Covered Plains
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Snow-Covered Mountain
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Radiant Summit
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
-7%synergy
Witch Enchanter
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-5%synergy
Fabled Passage
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-1%synergy
Snow-Covered Wastes
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Spire of Industry
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Temple of Triumph
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-31%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-5%synergy
Glimmervoid
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Sundering Eruption
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Abstergo Entertainment
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Flagstones of Trokair
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy