Elminster (Commander) - Expensive Core

Chris Guest
Feb 3, 2026
Ranking All 22 Planeswalkers That Can Be Your Commander, Including Quintorius
With a new planeswalker commander coming in Secrets of Strixhaven, let's rank every planeswalker commander available. Which is your favorite?
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Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Harmonized Trio
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
The Dawning Archaic
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Erode
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
9%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Mystic Speculation
81%inclusion25 decks31 decks
79%synergy
Preordain
84%inclusion26 decks31 decks
75%synergy
Serum Visions
77%inclusion24 decks31 decks
74%synergy
Storm Herd
77%inclusion24 decks31 decks
73%synergy
Oath of Teferi
71%inclusion22 decks31 decks
69%synergy
Spark Double
71%inclusion22 decks31 decks
67%synergy
Planetarium of Wan Shi Tong
63%inclusion12 decks19 decks
62%synergy
Castle Vantress
65%inclusion20 decks31 decks
59%synergy
Jace, Mirror Mage
58%inclusion18 decks31 decks
57%synergy
Brainstorm
74%inclusion23 decks31 decks
56%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
71%inclusion22 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
58%inclusion18 decks31 decks
52%synergy
Counterspell
58%inclusion18 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Path to Exile
58%inclusion18 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Mnemonic Deluge
55%inclusion17 decks31 decks
54%synergy
Foresee
55%inclusion17 decks31 decks
53%synergy
Tamiyo's Epiphany
55%inclusion17 decks31 decks
54%synergy
Deliberate
52%inclusion16 decks31 decks
50%synergy
Opt
52%inclusion16 decks31 decks
42%synergy
Dig Through Time
52%inclusion16 decks31 decks
48%synergy
Game Changers
Farewell
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Teferi's Protection
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-9%synergy
Creatures
Ancient Gold Dragon
48%inclusion15 decks31 decks
47%synergy
Cryptic Annelid
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
44%synergy
Matoya, Archon Elder
42%inclusion11 decks26 decks
41%synergy
Displacer Kitten
42%inclusion13 decks31 decks
31%synergy
Augury Owl
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
37%synergy
Sephara, Sky's Blade
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
30%synergy
Siani, Eye of the Storm
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
31%synergy
Gandalf, White Rider
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
28%synergy
Elvish Mariner
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
23%synergy
Faerie Seer
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
24%synergy
Rumor Gatherer
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
21%synergy
Mondrak, Glory Dominus
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
19%synergy
Thassa, God of the Sea
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
22%synergy
Talrand, Sky Summoner
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
18%synergy
Curiosity Crafter
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
15%synergy
Witch Enchanter
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Elrond, Lord of Rivendell
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
19%synergy
Hermes, Overseer of Elpis
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
17%synergy
Archmage Emeritus
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Empyrean Eagle
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Ojer Taq, Deepest Foundation
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Prognostic Sphinx
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Oji, the Exquisite Blade
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Serum Sovereign
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
13%synergy
Draco
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
13%synergy
Wizards of Thay
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Vexilus Praetor
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Princess Yue
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
11%synergy
Archmage of Runes
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
8%synergy
Cavalier of Gales
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Monastery Mentor
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Flux Channeler
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Sigiled Starfish
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Elesh Norn, Grand Cenobite
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Archaeomancer
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
-1%synergy
Hullbreaker Horror
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Haughty Djinn
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Sapphire Dragon
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Onakke Oathkeeper
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Baral, Chief of Compliance
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Exalted Sunborn
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Summon: Bahamut
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Kykar, Zephyr Awakener
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
2%synergy
Avacyn, Angel of Hope
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Ojutai, Soul of Winter
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Snapcaster Mage
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
4%synergy
The Council of Four
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-1%synergy
Esper Sentinel
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-16%synergy
Eligeth, Crossroads Augur
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
The Reality Chip
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
1%synergy
Instants
Dovin's Veto
48%inclusion15 decks31 decks
10%synergy
Mana Drain
42%inclusion13 decks31 decks
26%synergy
Brainsurge
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
37%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Generous Gift
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
17%synergy
Elminster's Simulacrum
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
28%synergy
Behold the Multiverse
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
23%synergy
Sink into Stupor
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Perplexing Test
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
18%synergy
Negate
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
-9%synergy
Glen Elendra's Answer
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
18%synergy
Arcane Denial
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
-9%synergy
Mana Leak
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
10%synergy
Precognitive Perception
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Aetherize
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Swan Song
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
-5%synergy
Diviner's Portent
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Mystic Reflection
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Nexus of Fate
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Reality Shift
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Archmage's Charm
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Cryptic Command
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Heliod's Intervention
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Reprieve
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Pongify
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
1%synergy
Frantic Search
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
-2%synergy
Mental Misstep
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Fact or Fiction
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Permission Denied
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
5%synergy
No More Lies
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Harmonized Crescendo
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
6%synergy
Mirrorform
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
7%synergy
Ephemerate
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-9%synergy
Three Steps Ahead
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Dawn's Truce
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-1%synergy
Ripples of Potential
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
0%synergy
Miscalculation
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Emergency Powers
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Condescend
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Otherworldly Gaze
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Mystic Confluence
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Complete the Circuit
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Reverse the Polarity
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Unwanted Remake
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Judge Unworthy
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Narset's Reversal
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Desertion
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Into the Story
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Sorceries
Ugin's Insight
52%inclusion16 decks31 decks
50%synergy
Approach of the Second Sun
48%inclusion15 decks31 decks
33%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
48%inclusion15 decks31 decks
43%synergy
Aminatou's Augury
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
44%synergy
Terminus
42%inclusion13 decks31 decks
40%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
34%synergy
Emeria's Call
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
34%synergy
Hour of Reckoning
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
30%synergy
Lórien Revealed
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
30%synergy
Austere Command
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
15%synergy
Scour All Possibilities
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
28%synergy
Clone Legion
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
28%synergy
Interpret the Signs
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
28%synergy
Treasure Cruise
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
23%synergy
Ponder
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
14%synergy
Supreme Verdict
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
-5%synergy
Temporal Mastery
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
21%synergy
Personal Tutor
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
21%synergy
Time Stretch
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
18%synergy
Candlekeep Inspiration
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Commit // Memory
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
15%synergy
Wrath of God
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Everything Comes to Dust
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
10%synergy
Enter the Infinite
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Entreat the Angels
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Solve the Equation
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Finale of Revelation
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Dusk // Dawn
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
7%synergy
By Invitation Only
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Season of Weaving
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Finale of Glory
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Dream Cache
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
10%synergy
White Sun's Twilight
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Temporal Trespass
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Ondu Inversion
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Expropriate
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
River's Rebuke
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Beyond the Quiet
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Will of the Temur
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Spectacular Pileup
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Fell the Mighty
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Curse of the Swine
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Day of Judgment
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Oust
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Alrund's Epiphany
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Time Warp
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Blatant Thievery
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Introduction to Prophecy
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Cleansing Nova
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Scroll Rack
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
44%synergy
The Temporal Anchor
42%inclusion13 decks31 decks
41%synergy
Crystal Ball
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
38%synergy
Sapphire Medallion
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
17%synergy
Ichormoon Gauntlet
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
19%synergy
Banner of Kinship
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
8%synergy
Pearl Medallion
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Eldrazi Monument
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Skullclamp
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Treasure Map
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-4%synergy
Mindsplice Apparatus
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Palantír of Orthanc
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
The Magic Mirror
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Rings of Brighthearth
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Mazemind Tome
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Primal Amulet
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Shorikai, Genesis Engine
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Enchantments
Jace's Sanctum
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
43%synergy
Netherese Puzzle-Ward
42%inclusion13 decks31 decks
41%synergy
Anointed Procession
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
34%synergy
Intangible Virtue
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
33%synergy
Deification
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
32%synergy
Divine Visitation
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
27%synergy
Shark Typhoon
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
23%synergy
Ghostly Prison
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
-2%synergy
One with the Multiverse
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
21%synergy
Lost Isle Calling
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
22%synergy
Favorable Winds
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
14%synergy
Propaganda
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
-11%synergy
Omniscience
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Land Tax
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Restricted Office // Lecture Hall
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Kindred Discovery
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Mystic Remora
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
-6%synergy
Gravitational Shift
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Eyes Everywhere
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Cathars' Crusade
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Oath of Jace
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Kinbinding
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Renewed Solidarity
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-4%synergy
Regenerations Restored
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Amphibian Downpour
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Monologue Tax
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Wizard Class
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-0%synergy
Starlight Spectacular
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Penance
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Sphere of Safety
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
1%synergy
The Legend of Kuruk
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
4%synergy
Planeswalkers
Teferi, Time Raveler
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
15%synergy
Elspeth, Storm Slayer
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
22%synergy
Jace, the Mind Sculptor
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
18%synergy
Teferi, Hero of Dominaria
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
13%synergy
Teferi, Temporal Pilgrim
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Elspeth, Sun's Champion
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Teferi, Who Slows the Sunset
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
77%inclusion24 decks31 decks
29%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
68%inclusion21 decks31 decks
50%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
52%inclusion16 decks31 decks
32%synergy
Zhalfirin Void
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
31%synergy
Rivendell
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
22%synergy
Halimar Depths
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
17%synergy
Urza's Saga
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
10%synergy
Maze of Ith
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Karn's Bastion
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Three Tree City
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Hall of Storm Giants
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Wasteland
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Isolated Watchtower
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
New Benalia
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Command Beacon
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Celestial Colonnade
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Fountainport
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Strip Mine
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Mistrise Village
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
3%synergy
Soldevi Excavations
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Restless Anchorage
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-1%synergy
Temple of the False God
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-1%synergy
Abandoned Air Temple
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
2%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
90%inclusion28 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Sol Ring
90%inclusion28 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Azorius Signet
55%inclusion17 decks31 decks
-2%synergy
Talisman of Progress
55%inclusion17 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Thought Vessel
52%inclusion16 decks31 decks
10%synergy
Fellwar Stone
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
10%synergy
Mind Stone
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
-9%synergy
Sky Diamond
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Marble Diamond
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Wand of the Worldsoul
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Gilded Lotus
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Dragonstorm Globe
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Heraldic Banner
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Mox Amber
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Thran Dynamo
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Patchwork Banner
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Midnight Clock
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-1%synergy
Decanter of Endless Water
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-4%synergy
Worn Powerstone
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Bender's Waterskin
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
-2%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
97%inclusion30 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Island
94%inclusion29 decks31 decks
-2%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
94%inclusion29 decks31 decks
45%synergy
Plains
90%inclusion28 decks31 decks
-5%synergy
Glacial Fortress
81%inclusion25 decks31 decks
18%synergy
Deserted Beach
77%inclusion24 decks31 decks
38%synergy
Sea of Clouds
68%inclusion21 decks31 decks
28%synergy
Prairie Stream
68%inclusion21 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Flooded Strand
65%inclusion20 decks31 decks
32%synergy
Tundra
55%inclusion17 decks31 decks
42%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
55%inclusion17 decks31 decks
28%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
52%inclusion16 decks31 decks
14%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
48%inclusion15 decks31 decks
43%synergy
Meticulous Archive
48%inclusion15 decks31 decks
30%synergy
Hengegate Pathway
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
25%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
-6%synergy
Mystic Gate
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
15%synergy
Nimbus Maze
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
13%synergy
Emeria's Call
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
34%synergy
Crystal Grotto
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
31%synergy
Irrigated Farmland
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Port Town
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
-21%synergy
Azorius Chancery
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
-10%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
-9%synergy
Sink into Stupor
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
12%synergy
The Grey Havens
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
22%synergy
Fabled Passage
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
14%synergy
Scalding Tarn
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Witch Enchanter
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Reflecting Pool
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Polluted Delta
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Windswept Heath
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
13%synergy
Exotic Orchard
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
-11%synergy
Marsh Flats
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Snow-Covered Island
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Prismatic Vista
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Misty Rainforest
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Arid Mesa
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Seachrome Coast
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
-6%synergy
Snow-Covered Plains
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Ondu Inversion
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
7%synergy
City of Brass
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Demolition Field
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Rumble Arena
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
5%synergy