Gandalf the Grey (Commander) - Budget Upgraded

Kyle Massa
Jul 11, 2024
The Over/Under - A Review of The Lord of the Rings Commanders
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Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Prismari Charm
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
35%synergy
Spectacle Summit
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
42%synergy
Blazing Firesinger
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
43%synergy
Banishing Betrayal
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
49%synergy
Sanar, Unfinished Genius
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
41%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Guttersnipe
77%inclusion10 decks13 decks
52%synergy
Opt
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
50%synergy
Abrade
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
41%synergy
Gandalf, Friend of the Shire
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
38%synergy
Essence Flux
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
37%synergy
Negate
69%inclusion9 decks13 decks
37%synergy
Fiery Inscription
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
36%synergy
Archaeomancer
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
36%synergy
Goblin Electromancer
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
33%synergy
Planar Incision
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
30%synergy
Top Cards
Frantic Search
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
19%synergy
Storm-Kiln Artist
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Faithless Looting
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Counterspell
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Chaos Warp
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Archmage Emeritus
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Firebrand Archer
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
26%synergy
Lightning Bolt
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
9%synergy
Young Pyromancer
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
25%synergy
Game Changers
Narset, Parter of Veils
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Mystical Tutor
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-14%synergy
Creatures
Erebor Flamesmith
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
24%synergy
Mocking Sprite
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
28%synergy
Balmor, Battlemage Captain
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Talrand, Sky Summoner
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
16%synergy
Ashling, Rekindled
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Pensive Professor
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Prismari, the Inspiration
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
17%synergy
Muse Seeker
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Thunderdrum Soloist
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Hydro-Channeler
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Kraum, Violent Cacophony
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Thermo-Alchemist
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Bilbo, Retired Burglar
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Niv-Mizzet, Parun
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
-4%synergy
Geyser Drake
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Murmuring Mystic
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
16%synergy
Meneldor, Swift Savior
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Stormcatch Mentor
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Electrostatic Infantry
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Coruscation Mage
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-5%synergy
Tempest Angler
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Dualcaster Mage
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Kindlespark Duo
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Kessig Flamebreather
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Firespitter Whelp
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Harmonic Prodigy
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-3%synergy
Willow-Wind
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Razzle-Dazzler
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Ovika, Enigma Goliath
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
10%synergy
Baral, Chief of Compliance
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Wingblade Disciple
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Crackling Drake
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Giant Koi
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Ogre Battlecaster
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Trophy Mage
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Inferno Titan
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Weaver of Lightning
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Teferi, Mage of Zhalfir
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Electrostatic Field
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-5%synergy
Smoldering Werewolf
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Urabrask
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Drake Hatcher
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Aegar, the Freezing Flame
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Tempest Harvester
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Octavia, Living Thesis
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Rune-Sealed Wall
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Loyal Apprentice
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Chrome Host Seedshark
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Instants
Brainstorm
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
-4%synergy
Consider
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
16%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
-6%synergy
Display of Power
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
29%synergy
Flame of Anor
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
19%synergy
Essence Scatter
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
29%synergy
Big Score
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Divergent Equation
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Mana Sculpt
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
17%synergy
Hithlain Knots
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Glorious Gale
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Izzet Charm
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Ghostly Flicker
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Magic Damper
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
17%synergy
Blur
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Disdainful Stroke
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Aetherize
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Flick a Coin
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
20%synergy
Arcane Denial
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
-6%synergy
Impulse
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
18%synergy
Annul
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Prismari Command
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Giantfall
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
16%synergy
The Last Agni Kai
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
15%synergy
See Double
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Wizard's Lightning
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Syncopate
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Fact or Fiction
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
9%synergy
Shock
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Memory Lapse
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
High Tide
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Dig Through Time
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Think Twice
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
10%synergy
Displace
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Press the Enemy
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Expedite
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Stern Scolding
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Tune the Narrative
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Electrodominance
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
9%synergy
Turnabout
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Cancel
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Wizard's Retort
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Lightning Strike
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Teferi's Time Twist
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Phantom Interference
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Essence Capture
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Refute
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
11%synergy
Complete the Circuit
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Unexpected Windfall
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Invert Polarity
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Sorceries
Blasphemous Act
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Gandalf's Sanction
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
28%synergy
Preordain
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
-3%synergy
Splatter Technique
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
19%synergy
Rapturous Moment
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
14%synergy
Ponder
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
-14%synergy
Birthday Escape
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Ranger's Firebrand
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Boltwave
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
16%synergy
Grapeshot
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Mega Flare
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
16%synergy
Hate Mirage
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Serum Visions
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-1%synergy
Seize the Spoils
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
9%synergy
Lórien Revealed
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
9%synergy
Expressive Iteration
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-9%synergy
Sleight of Hand
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
10%synergy
Chain Reaction
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
10%synergy
Mana Geyser
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-8%synergy
Arwen's Gift
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Mizzix's Mastery
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-4%synergy
Deep Analysis
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
9%synergy
Strike It Rich
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Tormenting Voice
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Ruinous Rampage
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Epic Experiment
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Horses of the Bruinen
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Divination
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Splash Portal
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Past in Flames
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-4%synergy
Crash Through
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Invade the City
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Tectonic Hazard
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Breaking of the Fellowship
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Alchemist's Greeting
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Act of Treason
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Mind's Desire
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Apex of Power
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Seize the Secrets
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Ancestral Anger
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Into the Fire
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Haze of Rage
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Witch's Mark
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Windfall
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-18%synergy
Demolish
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Stock Up
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Crackle with Power
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-1%synergy
Will of the Jeskai
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
1%synergy
Slagstorm
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Fear, Fire, Foes!
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Wayfarer's Bauble
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Glamdring
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Conjurer's Closet
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Chaos Wand
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Wizard's Spellbook
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-21%synergy
Tome of Legends
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Welding Jar
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Voltaic Key
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Unwinding Clock
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Sculpting Steel
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Primal Amulet
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Boosted Sloop
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Isochron Scepter
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Ring of Evos Isle
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Racers' Scoreboard
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Clock of Omens
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Mirage Mirror
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Wand of Wonder
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Storm of Saruman
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Thousand-Year Storm
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Candlekeep Sage
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
23%synergy
Double Vision
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
20%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Eaten by Piranhas
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Shadow of the Goblin
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Lost Isle Calling
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Curiosity
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-17%synergy
Utter Insignificance
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Goblinslide
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Improbable Alliance
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
The Bath Song
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
As Foretold
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Arcane Laboratory
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Leyline of Resonance
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Case of the Ransacked Lab
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
1%synergy
Sorcerer Class
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Unable to Scream
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Fiery Emancipation
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Barbarian Class
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Dramatic Accusation
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Powerbalance
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Shark Typhoon
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Arcane Melee
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Roaring Furnace // Steaming Sauna
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Flood the Engine
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Artist's Talent
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Propaganda
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-7%synergy
Fires of Mount Doom
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Psychic Impetus
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Rite of the Dragoncaller
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Roiling Dragonstorm
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Metallurgic Summonings
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
There and Back Again
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Battles
Invasion of Arcavios
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Planeswalkers
Ral Zarek
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Ral, Crackling Wit
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-4%synergy
Jace, Unraveler of Secrets
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Tezzeret, Betrayer of Flesh
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Ral, Storm Conduit
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
-18%synergy
Desolate Lighthouse
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Riptide Laboratory
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
10%synergy
Mistrise Village
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-8%synergy
Kher Keep
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Blighted Gorge
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Rivendell
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Hidden Cataract
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Nivix, Aerie of the Firemind
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-19%synergy
Great Hall of the Citadel
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Castle Vantress
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
The Surgical Bay
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
92%inclusion12 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Arcane Signet
85%inclusion11 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Izzet Signet
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
-10%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
-15%synergy
Mind Stone
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Midnight Clock
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
21%synergy
Thought Vessel
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
-5%synergy
Tablet of Discovery
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
15%synergy
Resonating Lute
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
-1%synergy
Commander's Sphere
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
9%synergy
Sky Diamond
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Bender's Waterskin
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Bandit's Haul
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Fire Diamond
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Gilded Lotus
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
1%synergy
Starting Column
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Prismatic Lens
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Ur-Golem's Eye
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Inherited Envelope
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Hedron Archive
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Sisay's Ring
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Firemind Vessel
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Glittering Stockpile
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Fellwar Stone
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-24%synergy
Worn Powerstone
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Pyromancer's Goggles
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Lands
Island
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Mountain
100%inclusion13 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Command Tower
62%inclusion8 decks13 decks
-25%synergy
Swiftwater Cliffs
54%inclusion7 decks13 decks
37%synergy
Izzet Guildgate
46%inclusion6 decks13 decks
37%synergy
Temple of Epiphany
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
-1%synergy
Shivan Reef
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
-21%synergy
Evolving Wilds
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Sulfur Falls
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
-36%synergy
Frostboil Snarl
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
-13%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
-6%synergy
Exotic Orchard
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
-11%synergy
Myriad Landscape
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
11%synergy
The Grey Havens
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Mirage Mesa
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Thriving Bluff
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
13%synergy
Eroded Canyon
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Cascade Bluffs
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
-30%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Baron, Airship Kingdom
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
12%synergy
Prismari Campus
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Riverglide Pathway
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-16%synergy
Night Market
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Thriving Isle
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Riverpyre Verge
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-14%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
0%synergy
Molten Tributary
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-1%synergy
Peculiar Lighthouse
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Hall of Tagsin
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Steam Vents
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-42%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-35%synergy
Reflecting Pool
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Path of Ancestry
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
-7%synergy
Highland Lake
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
4%synergy
Capital City
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy