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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
Serum Visions
79%inclusion23 decks29 decks
76%synergy
Mystic Speculation
76%inclusion22 decks29 decks
74%synergy
Preordain
79%inclusion23 decks29 decks
70%synergy
Storm Herd
69%inclusion20 decks29 decks
65%synergy
Oath of Teferi
66%inclusion19 decks29 decks
64%synergy
Spark Double
66%inclusion19 decks29 decks
61%synergy
Tamiyo's Epiphany
62%inclusion18 decks29 decks
61%synergy
Jace, Mirror Mage
62%inclusion18 decks29 decks
61%synergy
Foresee
62%inclusion18 decks29 decks
61%synergy
Ugin's Insight
55%inclusion16 decks29 decks
54%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
76%inclusion22 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Brainstorm
66%inclusion19 decks29 decks
48%synergy
Path to Exile
62%inclusion18 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Counterspell
59%inclusion17 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Dovin's Veto
55%inclusion16 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Opt
55%inclusion16 decks29 decks
46%synergy
Approach of the Second Sun
55%inclusion16 decks29 decks
40%synergy
Planetarium of Wan Shi Tong
53%inclusion9 decks17 decks
51%synergy
Deliberate
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
50%synergy
Terminus
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
50%synergy
Game Changers
Farewell
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Teferi's Protection
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Mystical Tutor
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-6%synergy
Creatures
Cryptic Annelid
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
47%synergy
Displacer Kitten
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
34%synergy
Matoya, Archon Elder
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
41%synergy
Augury Owl
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
36%synergy
Ancient Gold Dragon
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
36%synergy
Sephara, Sky's Blade
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
26%synergy
Siani, Eye of the Storm
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
30%synergy
Gandalf, White Rider
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
27%synergy
Talrand, Sky Summoner
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
23%synergy
Elvish Mariner
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
21%synergy
Faerie Seer
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
23%synergy
Thassa, God of the Sea
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
23%synergy
Hermes, Overseer of Elpis
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Rumor Gatherer
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Archmage Emeritus
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Mondrak, Glory Dominus
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Witch Enchanter
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Elrond, Lord of Rivendell
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Wizards of Thay
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Empyrean Eagle
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Curiosity Crafter
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Prognostic Sphinx
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Archmage of Runes
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
8%synergy
Elesh Norn, Grand Cenobite
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Monastery Mentor
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Oji, the Exquisite Blade
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Archaeomancer
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Hullbreaker Horror
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Serum Sovereign
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Deepglow Skate
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Onakke Oathkeeper
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Snapcaster Mage
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Haughty Djinn
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Draco
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
The Reality Chip
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Baral, Chief of Compliance
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Vexilus Praetor
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Absolute Virtue
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Summon: Bahamut
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Kykar, Zephyr Awakener
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
2%synergy
Icebreaker Kraken
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Cavalier of Gales
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Claim Jumper
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Ojutai, Soul of Winter
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Phyrexian Metamorph
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-3%synergy
Ojer Pakpatiq, Deepest Epoch
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Sapphire Dragon
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Esper Sentinel
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-15%synergy
Sphinx of Foresight
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Murmuring Mystic
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Instants
Dig Through Time
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
45%synergy
Mana Drain
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
29%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
15%synergy
Elminster's Simulacrum
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
30%synergy
Brainsurge
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
29%synergy
Generous Gift
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Glen Elendra's Answer
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Sink into Stupor
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
15%synergy
Behold the Multiverse
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
21%synergy
Negate
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-11%synergy
Nexus of Fate
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Arcane Denial
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-8%synergy
Precognitive Perception
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Aetherize
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Mental Misstep
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Permission Denied
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Pongify
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Swan Song
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
-4%synergy
Sphinx's Revelation
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Archmage's Charm
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Mana Leak
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Frantic Search
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-2%synergy
Render Silent
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Fact or Fiction
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Perplexing Test
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Memory Lapse
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Reprieve
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Diviner's Portent
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Get Lost
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Heliod's Intervention
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
4%synergy
No More Lies
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Ephemerate
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-8%synergy
Three Steps Ahead
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Reverse the Polarity
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Reality Shift
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Unwanted Remake
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Mystic Confluence
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Desertion
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Condemn
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Dawn's Truce
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Complete the Circuit
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Dispel
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Emergency Powers
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Condescend
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Judge Unworthy
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Lose Focus
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Pull from Eternity
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Sorceries
Sea Gate Restoration
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
46%synergy
Mnemonic Deluge
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
44%synergy
Aminatou's Augury
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
40%synergy
Emeria's Call
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
33%synergy
Supreme Verdict
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Lórien Revealed
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
32%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
26%synergy
Austere Command
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Scour All Possibilities
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
27%synergy
Hour of Reckoning
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
25%synergy
Ponder
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Personal Tutor
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
22%synergy
Treasure Cruise
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
21%synergy
Clone Legion
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
23%synergy
Time Stretch
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
22%synergy
Interpret the Signs
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
23%synergy
Temporal Mastery
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Wrath of God
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Finale of Glory
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Commit // Memory
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Entreat the Angels
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Enter the Infinite
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Day of Judgment
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Solve the Equation
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
9%synergy
White Sun's Twilight
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Cleansing Nova
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Sunfall
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Beyond the Quiet
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
10%synergy
Everything Comes to Dust
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Curse of the Swine
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Finale of Revelation
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Expropriate
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Alrund's Epiphany
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Time Warp
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Devout Invocation
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Candlekeep Inspiration
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Temporal Trespass
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Ondu Inversion
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Dusk // Dawn
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
By Invitation Only
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Spectacular Pileup
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Walk the Aeons
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Bribery
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Dream Cache
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Introduction to Prophecy
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Cosmic Epiphany
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Karn's Temporal Sundering
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Beacon of Tomorrows
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Tezzeret's Gambit
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Sensei's Divining Top
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
38%synergy
Crystal Ball
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
44%synergy
The Temporal Anchor
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
37%synergy
Scroll Rack
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
30%synergy
Sapphire Medallion
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Ichormoon Gauntlet
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Mazemind Tome
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Shorikai, Genesis Engine
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Skullclamp
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Eldrazi Monument
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Palantír of Orthanc
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
The Magic Mirror
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Rings of Brighthearth
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Pearl Medallion
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-4%synergy
Primal Amulet
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Witching Well
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
The Chain Veil
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Pinnacle Starcage
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Jace's Sanctum
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
46%synergy
Netherese Puzzle-Ward
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
44%synergy
Intangible Virtue
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
32%synergy
Anointed Procession
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
30%synergy
Deification
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
30%synergy
Divine Visitation
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
26%synergy
Shark Typhoon
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
25%synergy
One with the Multiverse
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
23%synergy
Ghostly Prison
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
-4%synergy
Favorable Winds
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Propaganda
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Lost Isle Calling
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Omniscience
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
15%synergy
Land Tax
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Oath of Jace
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Eyes Everywhere
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
14%synergy
The Legend of Kuruk
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
10%synergy
Restricted Office // Lecture Hall
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Penance
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Mystic Remora
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Sphere of Safety
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Kindred Discovery
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Regenerations Restored
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Oath of Gideon
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Planeswalkers
Teferi, Time Raveler
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
21%synergy
Elspeth, Storm Slayer
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
17%synergy
Teferi, Hero of Dominaria
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Jace, the Mind Sculptor
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Elspeth, Sun's Champion
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Teferi, Who Slows the Sunset
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Teferi, Temporal Pilgrim
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Teferi, Temporal Archmage
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Teferi, Master of Time
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
The Wandering Emperor
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Teyo, Geometric Tactician
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
The Eternal Wanderer
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Narset Transcendent
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
79%inclusion23 decks29 decks
31%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
66%inclusion19 decks29 decks
47%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
62%inclusion18 decks29 decks
44%synergy
Castle Vantress
59%inclusion17 decks29 decks
53%synergy
Zhalfirin Void
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
34%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Rivendell
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Urza's Saga
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Celestial Colonnade
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Maze of Ith
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Hall of Storm Giants
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Mistrise Village
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Halimar Depths
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Wasteland
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Strip Mine
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Command Beacon
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Restless Anchorage
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Field of Ruin
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
0%synergy
New Benalia
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Fountainport
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Karn's Bastion
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Temple of the False God
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Multiversal Passage
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
90%inclusion26 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Sol Ring
86%inclusion25 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Talisman of Progress
55%inclusion16 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Thought Vessel
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Azorius Signet
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
-6%synergy
Fellwar Stone
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Mind Stone
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
-5%synergy
Sky Diamond
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Marble Diamond
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Dragonstorm Globe
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Wand of the Worldsoul
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Mox Amber
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Gilded Lotus
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Heraldic Banner
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Decanter of Endless Water
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Commander's Sphere
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-8%synergy
Gatewatch Beacon
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Patchwork Banner
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Coldsteel Heart
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Thran Dynamo
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Midnight Clock
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
The Eternity Elevator
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
4%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion29 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
97%inclusion28 decks29 decks
49%synergy
Island
90%inclusion26 decks29 decks
-6%synergy
Plains
86%inclusion25 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Glacial Fortress
83%inclusion24 decks29 decks
21%synergy
Deserted Beach
76%inclusion22 decks29 decks
37%synergy
Sea of Clouds
69%inclusion20 decks29 decks
29%synergy
Prairie Stream
66%inclusion19 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Flooded Strand
66%inclusion19 decks29 decks
34%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
59%inclusion17 decks29 decks
32%synergy
Hengegate Pathway
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
31%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
46%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Tundra
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
39%synergy
Meticulous Archive
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
30%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Mystic Gate
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
22%synergy
Nimbus Maze
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Azorius Chancery
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
-2%synergy
Emeria's Call
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
33%synergy
Irrigated Farmland
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Crystal Grotto
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
30%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
-4%synergy
The Grey Havens
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
27%synergy
Fabled Passage
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
20%synergy
Port Town
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
-19%synergy
Sink into Stupor
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
15%synergy
Windswept Heath
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Scalding Tarn
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Polluted Delta
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Marsh Flats
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Exotic Orchard
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
-7%synergy
Reflecting Pool
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Prismatic Vista
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Misty Rainforest
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Witch Enchanter
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Snow-Covered Island
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Snow-Covered Plains
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Arid Mesa
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Seachrome Coast
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-5%synergy
Ondu Inversion
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
City of Brass
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Myriad Landscape
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-10%synergy
Rumble Arena
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
6%synergy