Benedikta Harman // Esior, Wardwing Familiar (Commander) - Expensive Birds

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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
Empyrean Eagle
100%inclusion12 decks12 decks
90%synergy
Watcher of the Spheres
92%inclusion11 decks12 decks
85%synergy
Warden of Evos Isle
92%inclusion11 decks12 decks
85%synergy
Kangee, Sky Warden
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
78%synergy
Skycat Sovereign
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
71%synergy
Ledger Shredder
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
70%synergy
Jubilant Skybonder
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
69%synergy
Aven Mindcensor
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
67%synergy
Kangee, Aerie Keeper
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
66%synergy
Soulcatcher
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
66%synergy
Top Cards
Dovin's Veto
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
29%synergy
Favorable Winds
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
61%synergy
Magus of the Moat
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
64%synergy
Stormscape Familiar
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
65%synergy
Cartographer's Hawk
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
62%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
-2%synergy
Judge's Familiar
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
54%synergy
Soulcatchers' Aerie
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
56%synergy
Airborne Aid
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
56%synergy
Swan Song
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
41%synergy
Game Changers
Cyclonic Rift
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
61%synergy
Teferi's Protection
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
43%synergy
Rhystic Study
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
35%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
41%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
43%synergy
Smothering Tithe
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
26%synergy
Farewell
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Ancient Tomb
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Consecrated Sphinx
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
11%synergy
Force of Will
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Creatures
Celestial Gatekeeper
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
58%synergy
Gwaihir the Windlord
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
55%synergy
Kastral, the Windcrested
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
55%synergy
Augury Owl
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
48%synergy
Kangee's Lieutenant
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
47%synergy
Wingmate Roc
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
48%synergy
Crookclaw Elder
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
49%synergy
Sephara, Sky's Blade
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
45%synergy
Mockingbird
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
45%synergy
Steel-Plume Marshal
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
46%synergy
Emeria Angel
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
47%synergy
Healer's Hawk
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
39%synergy
Aven Interrupter
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
37%synergy
Thrummingbird
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
38%synergy
Plumecreed Escort
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
34%synergy
Thieving Magpie
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
32%synergy
Keeper of the Nine Gales
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
32%synergy
Cloudchaser Kestrel
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
33%synergy
Battlefield Raptor
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
31%synergy
Nimble Obstructionist
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
32%synergy
Aerial Extortionist
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
29%synergy
Sage Owl
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
33%synergy
Soraya the Falconer
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Mirror Entity
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
22%synergy
Gustcloak Savior
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Shabraz, the Skyshark
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
20%synergy
Pride of the Clouds
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Jackdaw Savior
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Commander Eesha
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Teshar, Ancestor's Apostle
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
22%synergy
Shrike Force
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Senu, Keen-Eyed Protector
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
16%synergy
Curiosity Crafter
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Scouting Hawk
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Thunderclap Wyvern
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Aven Mimeomancer
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Arcanist's Owl
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Aven Wind Guide
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Esper Sentinel
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-5%synergy
Windreader Sphinx
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Wings of the Guard
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
17%synergy
Unsettled Mariner
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Aven Brigadier
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Vega, the Watcher
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
12%synergy
Swans of Bryn Argoll
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Skymark Roc
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Sawtooth Loon
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Cloudfin Raptor
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Loyal Drake
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Harrier Strix
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Instants
Path to Exile
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Mana Drain
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
34%synergy
Counterspell
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
-12%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
27%synergy
Strix Serenade
27%inclusion3 decks11 decks
23%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
-1%synergy
Perch Protection
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Negate
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
-3%synergy
Dazzling Denial
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Deluge
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Lofty Denial
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
22%synergy
Akroma's Will
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
19%synergy
Dawn's Truce
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Pongify
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
8%synergy
And They Shall Know No Fear
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Brainstorm
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-1%synergy
Disenchant
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Arcane Denial
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-9%synergy
Dramatic Reversal
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Generous Gift
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-14%synergy
Mystical Tutor
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Muddle the Mixture
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Loran's Escape
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Blustersquall
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Essence Scatter
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Aetherspouts
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Opt
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-1%synergy
Aetherize
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-2%synergy
Archmage's Charm
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Unbreakable Formation
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Rally of Wings
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Force of Negation
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Wing Shards
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Spell Pierce
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Remand
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Azorius Charm
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Sorceries
Distant Melody
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
53%synergy
Winged Words
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
45%synergy
Migratory Route
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
38%synergy
Supreme Verdict
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
-3%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
20%synergy
Alrund's Epiphany
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Battle Screech
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Ponder
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Chart a Course
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
11%synergy
Gust of Wind
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Aerial Assault
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Preordain
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Ravenform
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Austere Command
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-6%synergy
Contentious Plan
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Plea for Guidance
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Winds of Abandon
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Serum Visions
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
End Hostilities
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Raise the Palisade
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Bident of Thassa
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
40%synergy
Lightning Greaves
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
22%synergy
Door of Destinies
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
32%synergy
Vanquisher's Banner
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Urza's Incubator
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Herald's Horn
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
21%synergy
Coat of Arms
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Stoneforge Masterwork
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
17%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-9%synergy
Sword of the Animist
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Isochron Scepter
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
11%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Sapphire Medallion
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Starforged Sword
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Pearl Medallion
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
1%synergy
The Ozolith
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
The One Ring
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
0%synergy
Skullclamp
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
0%synergy
Pyre of Heroes
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Haunted Cloak
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
The Key to the Vault
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Shadowspear
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Norn's Annex
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Konda's Banner
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Commander's Plate
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Shorikai, Genesis Engine
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Ring of Thune
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Spear of Heliod
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Enchantments
Murmuration
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
46%synergy
Reconnaissance Mission
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
35%synergy
Kindred Discovery
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
29%synergy
Ghostly Prison
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Propaganda
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Mystic Remora
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Gravitational Shift
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Staggering Insight
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Detention Sphere
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Moat
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Serra Aviary
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
17%synergy
Steel of the Godhead
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
12%synergy
Commander's Insignia
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Reflections of Littjara
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Dazzling Theater // Prop Room
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
14%synergy
Dovescape
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Rally the Ranks
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Combat Research
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Sky Tether
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Rest in Peace
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Intruder Alarm
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Curiosity
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Curious Obsession
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Noble Heritage
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Frogify
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Aqueous Form
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Halcyon Glaze
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Unquestioned Authority
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Military Intelligence
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Kirtar's Desire
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Plumes of Peace
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Divine Visitation
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Shared Triumph
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Coastal Piracy
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Leyline of Anticipation
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Oblivion Ring
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Always Watching
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Cathars' Crusade
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Land Tax
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
0%synergy
Teferi's Moat
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Kindred Boon
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Court of Grace
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Planeswalkers
Mu Yanling, Sky Dancer
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Narset, Parter of Veils
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Teferi, Time Raveler
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-2%synergy
Utility Lands
Seaside Haven
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
57%synergy
Reliquary Tower
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
-7%synergy
Three Tree City
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
30%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Windbrisk Heights
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
22%synergy
Minas Tirith
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
21%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Restless Anchorage
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
18%synergy
Castle Vantress
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
20%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Lilypad Village
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Lupinflower Village
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Rivendell
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
12%synergy
Urza's Saga
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Animal Sanctuary
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Idyllic Grange
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Coral Atoll
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Mutavault
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
War Room
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Lonely Sandbar
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Eiganjo Castle
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Secluded Steppe
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Cephalid Coliseum
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Emeria, the Sky Ruin
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Temple of the False God
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Karoo
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Rogue's Passage
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-6%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
100%inclusion12 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Arcane Signet
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
0%synergy
Azorius Signet
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Talisman of Progress
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
0%synergy
Commander's Sphere
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
18%synergy
Mana Crypt
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Thought Vessel
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
-17%synergy
Sky Diamond
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Jeweled Lotus
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Azorius Keyrune
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Marble Diamond
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Fellwar Stone
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-12%synergy
Midnight Clock
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Mind Stone
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-9%synergy
Mana Geode
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Skycloud Egg
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Decanter of Endless Water
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-3%synergy
Skyclave Relic
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion12 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Tundra
92%inclusion11 decks12 decks
79%synergy
Island
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
-12%synergy
Plains
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
-12%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
36%synergy
Flooded Strand
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
51%synergy
Prairie Stream
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Glacial Fortress
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Sea of Clouds
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
19%synergy
Cavern of Souls
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
55%synergy
Path of Ancestry
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
44%synergy
Nimbus Maze
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
28%synergy
Mystic Gate
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
27%synergy
Deserted Beach
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Azorius Chancery
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
-3%synergy
Hengegate Pathway
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Port Town
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
-14%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
-11%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
33%inclusion2 decks6 decks
7%synergy
Prismatic Vista
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
20%synergy
Fabled Passage
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
17%synergy
Myriad Landscape
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Windswept Heath
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
18%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
-10%synergy
Opal Palace
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Polluted Delta
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
17%synergy
Misty Rainforest
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Idyllic Beachfront
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Irrigated Farmland
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-4%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
11%synergy
Unclaimed Territory
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Snow-Covered Island
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
11%synergy
Tranquil Cove
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-2%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-21%synergy
Seachrome Coast
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Evolving Wilds
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Snow-Covered Plains
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
12%synergy
Azorius Guildgate
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Arid Mesa
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Scalding Tarn
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Meticulous Archive
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-2%synergy
Marsh Flats
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Bant Panorama
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-2%synergy
Boreal Shelf
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Exotic Orchard
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-19%synergy
Meandering River
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Glacial Floodplain
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Esper Panorama
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Gates of Istfell
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy