Elminster (Commander) - Optimized Control

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Chris Guest
Feb 3, 2026
Chris Guest
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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Gleaming Bastion
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
13%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Mystic Speculation
79%inclusion33 decks42 decks
77%synergy
Preordain
81%inclusion34 decks42 decks
72%synergy
Serum Visions
74%inclusion31 decks42 decks
70%synergy
Approach of the Second Sun
81%inclusion34 decks42 decks
66%synergy
Temporal Mastery
64%inclusion27 decks42 decks
63%synergy
Oath of Teferi
60%inclusion25 decks42 decks
58%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
71%inclusion30 decks42 decks
54%synergy
Planetarium of Wan Shi Tong
55%inclusion17 decks31 decks
53%synergy
Foresee
52%inclusion22 decks42 decks
51%synergy
Dig Through Time
52%inclusion22 decks42 decks
49%synergy
Top Cards
Counterspell
83%inclusion35 decks42 decks
29%synergy
Brainstorm
67%inclusion28 decks42 decks
49%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
67%inclusion28 decks42 decks
-2%synergy
Path to Exile
62%inclusion26 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Dovin's Veto
57%inclusion24 decks42 decks
18%synergy
Supreme Verdict
52%inclusion22 decks42 decks
25%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
52%inclusion22 decks42 decks
46%synergy
Storm Herd
50%inclusion21 decks42 decks
46%synergy
Terminus
50%inclusion21 decks42 decks
48%synergy
Teferi, Time Raveler
50%inclusion21 decks42 decks
40%synergy
Game Changers
Mystical Tutor
69%inclusion29 decks42 decks
57%synergy
Farewell
64%inclusion27 decks42 decks
47%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
52%inclusion22 decks42 decks
31%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
50%inclusion21 decks42 decks
33%synergy
Teferi's Protection
48%inclusion20 decks42 decks
32%synergy
Smothering Tithe
45%inclusion19 decks42 decks
22%synergy
Force of Will
45%inclusion19 decks42 decks
37%synergy
Rhystic Study
36%inclusion15 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Narset, Parter of Veils
36%inclusion15 decks42 decks
29%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
33%inclusion14 decks42 decks
18%synergy
Creatures
Displacer Kitten
45%inclusion19 decks42 decks
35%synergy
Spark Double
43%inclusion18 decks42 decks
39%synergy
Grand Arbiter Augustin IV
29%inclusion12 decks42 decks
19%synergy
Matoya, Archon Elder
22%inclusion8 decks37 decks
21%synergy
Augury Owl
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
20%synergy
Faerie Seer
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
20%synergy
Snapcaster Mage
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
17%synergy
Cryptic Annelid
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
18%synergy
Gandalf, White Rider
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
18%synergy
Witch Enchanter
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Archmage Emeritus
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Hullbreaker Horror
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Sephara, Sky's Blade
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Ojutai, Soul of Winter
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Esper Sentinel
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
-10%synergy
Talrand, Sky Summoner
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
8%synergy
The Dawning Archaic
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
10%synergy
Harmonized Trio
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
8%synergy
Onakke Oathkeeper
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Sigiled Starfish
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Elesh Norn, Grand Cenobite
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Archaeomancer
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
-1%synergy
Moonshaker Cavalry
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Wizards of Thay
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Murmuring Mystic
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Vexilus Praetor
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Mondrak, Glory Dominus
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Cavalier of Gales
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Thassa's Oracle
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Ojer Pakpatiq, Deepest Epoch
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Monastery Mentor
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
3%synergy
God-Eternal Kefnet
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Draco
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Thassa, God of the Sea
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Chrome Host Seedshark
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Serum Visionary
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Prognostic Sphinx
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Baral, Chief of Compliance
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Heliod, the Radiant Dawn
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Sphinx of Foresight
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Urza, Lord Protector
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Siani, Eye of the Storm
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Exalted Sunborn
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Starwinder
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
4%synergy
Absolute Virtue
5.4%inclusion2 decks37 decks
2%synergy
Instants
An Offer You Can't Refuse
48%inclusion20 decks42 decks
21%synergy
Mana Drain
48%inclusion20 decks42 decks
31%synergy
Opt
40%inclusion17 decks42 decks
31%synergy
Generous Gift
36%inclusion15 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Nexus of Fate
33%inclusion14 decks42 decks
32%synergy
Arcane Denial
33%inclusion14 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Negate
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Brainsurge
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
29%synergy
Swan Song
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Sink into Stupor
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
17%synergy
Force of Negation
29%inclusion12 decks42 decks
21%synergy
Deliberate
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
22%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Condescend
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
21%synergy
Narset's Reversal
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
17%synergy
Elminster's Simulacrum
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
16%synergy
Erode
16%inclusion3 decks19 decks
10%synergy
Pongify
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Render Silent
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Reality Shift
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Commandeer
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Contact Other Plane
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
14%synergy
Behold the Multiverse
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Pact of Negation
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Precognitive Perception
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Get Lost
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Silence
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Aetherize
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
-1%synergy
Misdirection
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Permission Denied
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Comeuppance
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Muddle the Mixture
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Disdainful Stroke
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Return to Dust
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Dawn's Truce
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
-1%synergy
Complete the Circuit
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
1%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Sphinx's Revelation
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
-1%synergy
Dispel
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Strix Serenade
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Bane's Contingency
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Mystic Confluence
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Long-Term Plans
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Cryptic Command
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Dawn Charm
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Memory Lapse
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Remand
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Reprieve
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Sorceries
Sea Gate Restoration
55%inclusion23 decks42 decks
49%synergy
Tamiyo's Epiphany
45%inclusion19 decks42 decks
44%synergy
Ugin's Insight
43%inclusion18 decks42 decks
42%synergy
Emeria's Call
40%inclusion17 decks42 decks
39%synergy
Personal Tutor
40%inclusion17 decks42 decks
38%synergy
Aminatou's Augury
40%inclusion17 decks42 decks
39%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
38%inclusion16 decks42 decks
33%synergy
Expropriate
38%inclusion16 decks42 decks
37%synergy
Mnemonic Deluge
36%inclusion15 decks42 decks
35%synergy
Time Stretch
36%inclusion15 decks42 decks
34%synergy
Ondu Inversion
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
28%synergy
Treasure Cruise
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
28%synergy
Lórien Revealed
29%inclusion12 decks42 decks
26%synergy
Temporal Trespass
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
26%synergy
Ponder
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Hour of Reckoning
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
21%synergy
Solve the Equation
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
19%synergy
Austere Command
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Candlekeep Inspiration
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
19%synergy
Wrath of God
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Commit // Memory
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
15%synergy
Interpret the Signs
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
16%synergy
Beacon of Tomorrows
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
16%synergy
Windfall
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Alrund's Epiphany
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Enter the Infinite
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Clone Legion
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Time Warp
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Sunfall
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Entreat the Angels
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Time Wipe
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
-4%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Finale of Glory
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Stock Up
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Doomskar
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Everything Comes to Dust
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Scour All Possibilities
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Karn's Temporal Sundering
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Finale of Revelation
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Dusk // Dawn
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Capture of Jingzhou
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
White Sun's Twilight
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Cleansing Nova
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Fumigate
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Armageddon
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Day of Judgment
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Rout
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Beyond the Quiet
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Ultima
5.4%inclusion2 decks37 decks
5%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Scroll Rack
45%inclusion19 decks42 decks
44%synergy
The Temporal Anchor
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
25%synergy
Ichormoon Gauntlet
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
21%synergy
Sapphire Medallion
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Crystal Ball
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
16%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
4%synergy
The One Ring
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
3%synergy
The Chain Veil
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Pearl Medallion
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
-1%synergy
Mindsplice Apparatus
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Skullclamp
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
-0%synergy
Isochron Scepter
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
1%synergy
Enchantments
Propaganda
36%inclusion15 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Netherese Puzzle-Ward
29%inclusion12 decks42 decks
28%synergy
Mystic Remora
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Shark Typhoon
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
21%synergy
Jace's Sanctum
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
19%synergy
The Legend of Kuruk
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
18%synergy
Deification
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
18%synergy
Lost Isle Calling
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
16%synergy
Counterbalance
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
15%synergy
Humility
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
16%synergy
Intangible Virtue
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Divine Visitation
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Ghostly Prison
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
-10%synergy
Rest in Peace
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
7%synergy
One with the Multiverse
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Anointed Procession
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Land Tax
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Favorable Winds
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Omen of the Sea
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
-1%synergy
Blind Obedience
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
-1%synergy
Gravitational Shift
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Moat
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Sphere of Safety
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Oath of Jace
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Leyline of Anticipation
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Teferi's Talent
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jace, Mirror Mage
43%inclusion18 decks42 decks
41%synergy
Jace, the Mind Sculptor
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
20%synergy
Elspeth, Storm Slayer
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
12%synergy
Teferi, Temporal Pilgrim
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Teferi, Master of Time
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Jace, Unraveler of Secrets
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Narset Transcendent
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Teyo, Geometric Tactician
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Teferi, Hero of Dominaria
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Jace, Wielder of Mysteries
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Vronos, Masked Inquisitor
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Teferi, Who Slows the Sunset
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Venser, the Sojourner
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
76%inclusion32 decks42 decks
28%synergy
Castle Vantress
50%inclusion21 decks42 decks
45%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
43%inclusion18 decks42 decks
24%synergy
Zhalfirin Void
36%inclusion15 decks42 decks
35%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
29%inclusion12 decks42 decks
18%synergy
New Benalia
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
26%synergy
Rivendell
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Halimar Depths
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
15%synergy
Ancient Tomb
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Urza's Saga
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
1%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Maze of Ith
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Restless Anchorage
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Command Beacon
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Mistrise Village
7.3%inclusion3 decks41 decks
3%synergy
Wasteland
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Boseiju, Who Shelters All
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Isolated Watchtower
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Celestial Colonnade
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Three Tree City
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Agna Qel'a
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
95%inclusion40 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Arcane Signet
93%inclusion39 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Azorius Signet
74%inclusion31 decks42 decks
18%synergy
Talisman of Progress
71%inclusion30 decks42 decks
21%synergy
Thought Vessel
57%inclusion24 decks42 decks
15%synergy
Fellwar Stone
43%inclusion18 decks42 decks
15%synergy
Mind Stone
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
1%synergy
Decanter of Endless Water
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Mana Vault
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Commander's Sphere
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
-2%synergy
Sky Diamond
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Marble Diamond
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Coldsteel Heart
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Grim Monolith
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Wand of the Worldsoul
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
The Mightstone and Weakstone
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Lands
Island
95%inclusion40 decks42 decks
-0%synergy
Plains
95%inclusion40 decks42 decks
-0%synergy
Command Tower
88%inclusion37 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Glacial Fortress
76%inclusion32 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
69%inclusion29 decks42 decks
32%synergy
Prairie Stream
64%inclusion27 decks42 decks
-1%synergy
Deserted Beach
64%inclusion27 decks42 decks
24%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
64%inclusion27 decks42 decks
16%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
60%inclusion25 decks42 decks
14%synergy
Flooded Strand
57%inclusion24 decks42 decks
25%synergy
Azorius Chancery
55%inclusion23 decks42 decks
19%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
55%inclusion23 decks42 decks
49%synergy
Sea of Clouds
55%inclusion23 decks42 decks
15%synergy
Mystic Gate
48%inclusion20 decks42 decks
24%synergy
Meticulous Archive
45%inclusion19 decks42 decks
27%synergy
Hengegate Pathway
43%inclusion18 decks42 decks
22%synergy
Emeria's Call
40%inclusion17 decks42 decks
39%synergy
Port Town
38%inclusion16 decks42 decks
-9%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
33%inclusion14 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Tundra
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
18%synergy
Ondu Inversion
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
28%synergy
Irrigated Farmland
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Nimbus Maze
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Seachrome Coast
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
15%synergy
Sink into Stupor
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
17%synergy
Crystal Grotto
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
30%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
-9%synergy
Polluted Delta
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
18%synergy
Scalding Tarn
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
19%synergy
Misty Rainforest
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
16%synergy
Exotic Orchard
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
-6%synergy
Arid Mesa
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
15%synergy
Windswept Heath
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Prismatic Vista
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Witch Enchanter
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
4%synergy
The Grey Havens
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
16%synergy
Idyllic Beachfront
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Marsh Flats
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Tranquil Cove
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
-7%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Razortide Bridge
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
-4%synergy
Fabled Passage
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
-1%synergy
Skybridge Towers
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
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