Elenda, the Dusk Rose (Commander) - Upgraded +1/+1 Counters

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Sep 18, 2025
How To Play Vampires Differently in Commander
If you want to play a Vampire deck but are concerned that it'll be the same as every other Vampire deck, this is the article for you.
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Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Winnowing
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
16%synergy
Sandbender Scavengers
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
11%synergy
Abandoned Air Temple
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
3%synergy
Bitterbloom Bearer
4.2%inclusion1 decks24 decks
3%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Blade of the Bloodchief
85%inclusion46 decks54 decks
79%synergy
Cordial Vampire
74%inclusion40 decks54 decks
67%synergy
Elenda's Hierophant
72%inclusion39 decks54 decks
60%synergy
Teysa Karlov
70%inclusion38 decks54 decks
54%synergy
Welcoming Vampire
65%inclusion35 decks54 decks
50%synergy
Cruel Celebrant
76%inclusion41 decks54 decks
50%synergy
Charismatic Conqueror
61%inclusion33 decks54 decks
49%synergy
Bartolomé del Presidio
65%inclusion35 decks54 decks
47%synergy
Viscera Seer
67%inclusion36 decks54 decks
45%synergy
Gift of Immortality
50%inclusion27 decks54 decks
44%synergy
Top Cards
Blood Artist
70%inclusion38 decks54 decks
39%synergy
Skullclamp
69%inclusion37 decks54 decks
42%synergy
Ashnod's Altar
56%inclusion30 decks54 decks
37%synergy
Village Rites
52%inclusion28 decks54 decks
30%synergy
Damn
52%inclusion28 decks54 decks
19%synergy
Carmen, Cruel Skymarcher
50%inclusion27 decks54 decks
40%synergy
Elas il-Kor, Sadistic Pilgrim
48%inclusion26 decks54 decks
13%synergy
Master of Dark Rites
48%inclusion26 decks54 decks
42%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
48%inclusion26 decks54 decks
-16%synergy
Mavren Fein, Dusk Apostle
46%inclusion25 decks54 decks
40%synergy
Game Changers
Smothering Tithe
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
-3%synergy
Vampiric Tutor
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Bolas's Citadel
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
0%synergy
Demonic Tutor
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
-3%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Teferi's Protection
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
-5%synergy
Necropotence
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Orcish Bowmasters
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Ancient Tomb
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
-1%synergy
The One Ring
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
-1%synergy
Creatures
Clavileño, First of the Blessed
46%inclusion25 decks54 decks
44%synergy
Yahenni, Undying Partisan
44%inclusion24 decks54 decks
34%synergy
Vito, Thorn of the Dusk Rose
39%inclusion21 decks54 decks
17%synergy
Zulaport Cutthroat
37%inclusion20 decks54 decks
14%synergy
Pitiless Plunderer
37%inclusion20 decks54 decks
21%synergy
Sanctum Seeker
37%inclusion20 decks54 decks
32%synergy
Indulgent Aristocrat
35%inclusion19 decks54 decks
30%synergy
Bloodline Keeper
33%inclusion18 decks54 decks
30%synergy
Captivating Vampire
33%inclusion18 decks54 decks
30%synergy
Bloodghast
33%inclusion18 decks54 decks
27%synergy
Mirkwood Bats
30%inclusion16 decks54 decks
15%synergy
Luminous Broodmoth
30%inclusion16 decks54 decks
22%synergy
Twilight Prophet
30%inclusion16 decks54 decks
19%synergy
Ophiomancer
28%inclusion15 decks54 decks
20%synergy
Marauding Blight-Priest
28%inclusion15 decks54 decks
14%synergy
Drana, Liberator of Malakir
28%inclusion15 decks54 decks
22%synergy
Bloodthirsty Conqueror
26%inclusion14 decks54 decks
16%synergy
Legion Lieutenant
24%inclusion13 decks54 decks
19%synergy
Preacher of the Schism
24%inclusion13 decks54 decks
20%synergy
Edgar, Charmed Groom
24%inclusion13 decks54 decks
20%synergy
Braids, Arisen Nightmare
24%inclusion13 decks54 decks
12%synergy
Morbid Opportunist
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
11%synergy
Felisa, Fang of Silverquill
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
16%synergy
Forerunner of the Legion
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
20%synergy
Champion of Dusk
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
19%synergy
Teysa, Orzhov Scion
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
13%synergy
Warren Soultrader
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
13%synergy
Bloodletter of Aclazotz
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
12%synergy
Vengeful Bloodwitch
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
13%synergy
Patron of the Vein
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
15%synergy
Butcher of Malakir
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
12%synergy
Order of Sacred Dusk
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
15%synergy
High-Society Hunter
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
14%synergy
Drivnod, Carnage Dominus
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
8%synergy
Redemption Choir
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
12%synergy
Elenda, Saint of Dusk
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
12%synergy
Mondrak, Glory Dominus
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Witch Enchanter
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Corpse Knight
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Esper Sentinel
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
-3%synergy
Wispdrinker Vampire
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
11%synergy
Martyr of Dusk
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
12%synergy
Yawgmoth, Thran Physician
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
8%synergy
Accursed Marauder
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Vein Ripper
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
12%synergy
Falkenrath Noble
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Marionette Apprentice
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Ruthless Lawbringer
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
9%synergy
Markov Baron
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
11%synergy
Oathsworn Vampire
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
10%synergy
Instants
Anguished Unmaking
46%inclusion25 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Plumb the Forbidden
31%inclusion17 decks54 decks
26%synergy
Path to Exile
31%inclusion17 decks54 decks
-18%synergy
Dark Ritual
30%inclusion16 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
30%inclusion16 decks54 decks
18%synergy
Deadly Dispute
28%inclusion15 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Inkshield
28%inclusion15 decks54 decks
11%synergy
Mortify
28%inclusion15 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Fracture
26%inclusion14 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Undying Malice
24%inclusion13 decks54 decks
23%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Vona's Hunger
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
19%synergy
Fell the Profane
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Supernatural Stamina
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
17%synergy
Feign Death
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
15%synergy
Corrupted Conviction
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Despark
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
-18%synergy
Astarion's Thirst
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
8%synergy
Deadly Rollick
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
0%synergy
Not Dead After All
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Flare of Malice
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
8%synergy
Get Lost
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Utter End
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
-2%synergy
Generous Gift
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
-13%synergy
Sheoldred's Edict
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
8%synergy
Go for the Throat
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Fake Your Own Death
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Return to Dust
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Treacherous Greed
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Fatal Push
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Hatred
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Soul Shatter
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Infernal Grasp
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Secure the Wastes
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Lethal Scheme
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Saw in Half
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Brought Back
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Akroma's Will
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
-1%synergy
Sorceries
Olivia's Wrath
33%inclusion18 decks54 decks
29%synergy
Diabolic Intent
24%inclusion13 decks54 decks
14%synergy
Reanimate
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Sign in Blood
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Victimize
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Pact of the Serpent
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
15%synergy
New Blood
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
13%synergy
Vindicate
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Toxic Deluge
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
0%synergy
Blasphemous Edict
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Night's Whisper
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
-4%synergy
Tragic Arrogance
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
10%synergy
Grim Tutor
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
9%synergy
Austere Command
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
-7%synergy
Read the Bones
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Wrath of God
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Exsanguinate
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
-3%synergy
Damnation
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Divine Reckoning
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Dread Return
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Agadeem's Awakening
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Feed the Swarm
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
0%synergy
Debt to the Deathless
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
-3%synergy
Single Combat
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Slash the Ranks
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Kaya's Wrath
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
-1%synergy
Beseech the Mirror
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Kindred Dominance
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Profane Tutor
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Cut a Deal
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Tarrian's Soulcleaver
37%inclusion20 decks54 decks
34%synergy
Phyrexian Altar
35%inclusion19 decks54 decks
24%synergy
The Ozolith
30%inclusion16 decks54 decks
26%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
-3%synergy
Animation Module
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
19%synergy
Lightning Greaves
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
-7%synergy
Nim Deathmantle
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
10%synergy
Tarrian's Journal
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Jet Medallion
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Glass-Cast Heart
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Expedition Map
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Ghost Lantern
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Mace of the Valiant
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Banner of Kinship
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Vanquisher's Banner
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Andúril, Narsil Reforged
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Commander's Plate
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Alhammarret's Archive
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Spawning Pit
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Enchantments
Exquisite Blood
37%inclusion20 decks54 decks
20%synergy
Phyrexian Arena
35%inclusion19 decks54 decks
6%synergy
The Meathook Massacre
33%inclusion18 decks54 decks
23%synergy
Sanguine Bond
33%inclusion18 decks54 decks
12%synergy
March of the Canonized
31%inclusion17 decks54 decks
25%synergy
Bastion of Remembrance
30%inclusion16 decks54 decks
12%synergy
Black Market Connections
24%inclusion13 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Vampiric Rites
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
13%synergy
Grave Pact
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
9%synergy
Cathars' Crusade
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
14%synergy
Black Market
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
10%synergy
Anointed Procession
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
8%synergy
Feast of the Victorious Dead
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
11%synergy
Land Tax
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Etchings of the Chosen
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Kaya's Ghostform
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Legion's Landing
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
11%synergy
Fallen Ideal
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
10%synergy
Resourceful Defense
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
9%synergy
Bitterblossom
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Dictate of Erebos
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Barrensteppe Siege
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
4%synergy
Phyrexian Reclamation
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Pure Reflection
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Dreadhorde Invasion
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Skrelv's Hive
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
0%synergy
Felidar Retreat
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Smuggler's Share
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Valkyrie's Call
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Necrosynthesis
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Martyr's Cause
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Tombstone Stairwell
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Funeral Room // Awakening Hall
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Cultist of the Absolute
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Animate Dead
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
-4%synergy
Cover of Darkness
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Court of Grace
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Planeswalkers
Sorin, Lord of Innistrad
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
15%synergy
Sorin, Imperious Bloodlord
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
16%synergy
Liliana, Dreadhorde General
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
8%synergy
Elspeth, Storm Slayer
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Sorin, Vengeful Bloodlord
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
0%synergy
Kaya, Geist Hunter
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Utility Lands
Bojuka Bog
57%inclusion31 decks54 decks
14%synergy
Phyrexian Tower
46%inclusion25 decks54 decks
30%synergy
Vault of the Archangel
44%inclusion24 decks54 decks
11%synergy
Rogue's Passage
37%inclusion20 decks54 decks
17%synergy
High Market
33%inclusion18 decks54 decks
22%synergy
Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
24%inclusion13 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Westvale Abbey
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
12%synergy
Castle Locthwain
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
10%synergy
Spymaster's Vault
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
13%synergy
Susur Secundi, Void Altar
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
13%synergy
Takenuma, Abandoned Mire
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Windbrisk Heights
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
9%synergy
Accursed Duneyard
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
13%synergy
Three Tree City
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
11%synergy
Mortuary Mire
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Cabal Coffers
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Command Beacon
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
10%synergy
Reliquary Tower
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
-10%synergy
Urza's Saga
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Minas Tirith
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Dalkovan Encampment
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
-1%synergy
Midgar, City of Mako
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
3%synergy
Shizo, Death's Storehouse
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
-1%synergy
Witch's Cottage
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Temple of the False God
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
-1%synergy
Radiant Fountain
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
-1%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
89%inclusion48 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Arcane Signet
83%inclusion45 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Talisman of Hierarchy
65%inclusion35 decks54 decks
12%synergy
Orzhov Signet
59%inclusion32 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Fellwar Stone
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
-6%synergy
Mind Stone
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
-10%synergy
Commander's Sphere
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
-4%synergy
Thought Vessel
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
-3%synergy
Patchwork Banner
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Lands
Swamp
100%inclusion54 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion54 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Command Tower
98%inclusion53 decks54 decks
12%synergy
Isolated Chapel
87%inclusion47 decks54 decks
22%synergy
Tainted Field
67%inclusion36 decks54 decks
15%synergy
Caves of Koilos
57%inclusion31 decks54 decks
0%synergy
Fetid Heath
54%inclusion29 decks54 decks
15%synergy
Godless Shrine
54%inclusion29 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Orzhov Basilica
54%inclusion29 decks54 decks
12%synergy
Path of Ancestry
54%inclusion29 decks54 decks
30%synergy
Temple of Silence
54%inclusion29 decks54 decks
13%synergy
Vault of Champions
54%inclusion29 decks54 decks
14%synergy
Shattered Sanctum
48%inclusion26 decks54 decks
14%synergy
Shineshadow Snarl
46%inclusion25 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Voldaren Estate
46%inclusion25 decks54 decks
41%synergy
Brightclimb Pathway
37%inclusion20 decks54 decks
10%synergy
Marsh Flats
31%inclusion17 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
30%inclusion16 decks54 decks
18%synergy
Shadowy Backstreet
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
0%synergy
Exotic Orchard
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
-2%synergy
Bleachbone Verge
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
0%synergy
Concealed Courtyard
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
0%synergy
Cavern of Souls
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
15%synergy
Silent Clearing
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Fell the Profane
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Unclaimed Territory
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
13%synergy
Scoured Barrens
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
-6%synergy
Evolving Wilds
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
-4%synergy
Witch Enchanter
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Secluded Courtyard
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
8%synergy
Fabled Passage
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Myriad Landscape
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
-7%synergy
Opal Palace
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
9%synergy
Desolate Mire
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
-6%synergy
Orzhov Guildgate
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Snowfield Sinkhole
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Sunlit Marsh
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
-2%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
-7%synergy
Agadeem's Awakening
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Reflecting Pool
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Forsaken Sanctuary
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Goldmire Bridge
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Prismatic Vista
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
0%synergy
Lazotep Quarry
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Boggart Trawler
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
-1%synergy
Scrubland
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
-6%synergy
Forbidden Orchard
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
1%synergy