Gandalf the Grey (Commander) - Budget Upgraded

Kyle Massa
Jul 11, 2024
The Over/Under - A Review of The Lord of the Rings Commanders
Which Lord of the Rings commanders have been most popular in practice? Kyle reviews his predictions one year on!
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Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Essence Flux
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
49%synergy
Guttersnipe
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
41%synergy
Fiery Inscription
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
40%synergy
Goblin Electromancer
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
38%synergy
Erebor Flamesmith
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
34%synergy
Glorious Gale
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
33%synergy
Hithlain Knots
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
33%synergy
Planar Incision
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
33%synergy
Glamdring
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
32%synergy
Display of Power
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
32%synergy
Top Cards
Frantic Search
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Opt
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Negate
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
17%synergy
Storm-Kiln Artist
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Faithless Looting
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Counterspell
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
-11%synergy
Abrade
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
22%synergy
Sorcerer Class
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Chaos Warp
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
-8%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
20%synergy
Game Changers
Narset, Parter of Veils
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Mystical Tutor
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-14%synergy
Creatures
Firebrand Archer
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
21%synergy
Archmage Emeritus
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
-1%synergy
Archaeomancer
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
31%synergy
Ashling, Rekindled
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Geyser Drake
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Coruscation Mage
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Young Pyromancer
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Gandalf, Friend of the Shire
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Bilbo, Retired Burglar
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Niv-Mizzet, Parun
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
-3%synergy
Crackling Drake
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
22%synergy
Murmuring Mystic
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
17%synergy
Talrand, Sky Summoner
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Meneldor, Swift Savior
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Stormcatch Mentor
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Spinerock Tyrant
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Mocking Sprite
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Kaza, Roil Chaser
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Thermo-Alchemist
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Vedalken Aethermage
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Archmage of Runes
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Kraum, Violent Cacophony
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Transit Mage
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Wingblade Disciple
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Dour Port-Mage
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Electrostatic Infantry
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Wee Dragonauts
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Khenra Spellspear
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Balmor, Battlemage Captain
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Kindlespark Duo
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Razzle-Dazzler
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Nivix Guildmage
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Giant Koi
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Pteramander
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Trophy Mage
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
League Guildmage
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Crackling Cyclops
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Bedlam Reveler
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Azami, Lady of Scrolls
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Firespitter Whelp
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Cyclops Superconductor
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Weaver of Lightning
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Lutri, the Spellchaser
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Kitsa, Otterball Elite
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Sisters of the Flame
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Eddymurk Crab
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Equilibrium Adept
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Harmonic Prodigy
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-9%synergy
Wyll, Blade of Frontiers
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Instants
Lightning Bolt
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Blur
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Unexpected Windfall
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Syncopate
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Turnabout
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Izzet Charm
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Big Score
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Flame of Anor
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Prismari Command
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Think Twice
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
19%synergy
Ghostly Flicker
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Lightning Strike
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Magic Damper
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
18%synergy
Giantfall
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Phantom Interference
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Disdainful Stroke
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Essence Capture
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Stern Scolding
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-20%synergy
Electrodominance
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Brainstorm
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-27%synergy
Complete the Circuit
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Essence Scatter
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Wizard's Lightning
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Aetherize
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Invert Polarity
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Press the Enemy
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Fire // Ice
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Wizard's Retort
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Demand Answers
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Tune the Narrative
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Fact or Fiction
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Annul
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Memory Lapse
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
High Tide
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Impulse
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
12%synergy
Cancel
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Deduce
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Radical Idea
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
The Last Agni Kai
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
15%synergy
Divert Disaster
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Scour for Scrap
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Hurl into History
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Ionize
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Stroke of Genius
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Electrolyze
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Muddle the Mixture
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-3%synergy
Skycrash
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Refute
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Illusionist's Stratagem
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Sorceries
Grapeshot
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Gandalf's Sanction
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
31%synergy
Tormenting Voice
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
32%synergy
Mizzix's Mastery
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Birthday Escape
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Ranger's Firebrand
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Deep Analysis
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
19%synergy
Sleight of Hand
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
12%synergy
Cathartic Reunion
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Arwen's Gift
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Lórien Revealed
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Splash Portal
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Hate Mirage
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Blasphemous Act
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-21%synergy
Preordain
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-17%synergy
Past in Flames
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Boltwave
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Treason of Isengard
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Step Through
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Mega Flare
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
16%synergy
Fireball
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Ruinous Rampage
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Ponder
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-30%synergy
Blaze
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Chain Reaction
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Demolish
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Epic Experiment
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Walk the Aeons
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Horses of the Bruinen
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Witch's Mark
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Chart a Course
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Void Snare
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Windfall
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-18%synergy
Divination
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Fiery Confluence
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Inner Fire
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Crash Through
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Part the Waterveil
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Fear, Fire, Foes!
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Mnemonic Deluge
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Seize the Spoils
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Empty the Warrens
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Clone Legion
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Mass Manipulation
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Serum Visions
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-9%synergy
Isengard Unleashed
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Pirate's Pillage
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Glimpse the Impossible
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Enter the Enigma
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Shreds of Sanity
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Conjurer's Closet
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Peter Parker's Camera
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Voltaic Key
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Chaos Wand
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Treasure Map
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Unwinding Clock
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Ring of Evos Isle
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Clock of Omens
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Mirage Mirror
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Sculpting Steel
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-2%synergy
Wizard's Spellbook
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Wand of Wonder
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Welding Jar
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Racers' Scoreboard
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Noble's Purse
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Brass's Tunnel-Grinder
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-20%synergy
Tome of Legends
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Boosted Sloop
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Bident of Thassa
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Enchantments
Candlekeep Sage
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Storm of Saruman
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Thousand-Year Storm
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Shadow of the Goblin
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Lost Isle Calling
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Wizard Class
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Goblinslide
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Roiling Dragonstorm
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Barbarian Class
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Arcane Melee
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Shark Typhoon
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Pemmin's Aura
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Utter Insignificance
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Psychic Impetus
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Flood the Engine
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Trail of Evidence
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Propaganda
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-7%synergy
Case of the Ransacked Lab
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Double Vision
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Dramatic Accusation
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Powerbalance
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
The Bath Song
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Eaten by Piranhas
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
There and Back Again
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Fires of Mount Doom
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Battles
Invasion of Arcavios
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Planeswalkers
Ral Zarek
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Tezzeret, Betrayer of Flesh
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Ral, Storm Conduit
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
0%synergy
Chandra, Hope's Beacon
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Jace, Unraveler of Secrets
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Utility Lands
Riptide Laboratory
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
19%synergy
Desolate Lighthouse
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Reliquary Tower
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-32%synergy
Remote Isle
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Rivendell
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Emergence Zone
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Kher Keep
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Mistrise Village
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-7%synergy
Hidden Cataract
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Smoldering Crater
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Castle Vantress
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
The Surgical Bay
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Lilypad Village
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Nivix, Aerie of the Firemind
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Great Hall of the Citadel
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
The Autonomous Furnace
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
92%inclusion11 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Arcane Signet
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
-8%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
-12%synergy
Izzet Signet
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
-25%synergy
Commander's Sphere
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Thought Vessel
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
-11%synergy
Mind Stone
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Sky Diamond
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Worn Powerstone
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Midnight Clock
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Bender's Waterskin
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
The Eternity Elevator
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Izzet Cluestone
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Inherited Envelope
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Basalt Monolith
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Bandit's Haul
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Hedron Archive
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Sonic Screwdriver
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Firemind Vessel
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Ur-Golem's Eye
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Glittering Stockpile
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Sisay's Ring
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Coveted Jewel
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Gilded Lotus
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Thran Dynamo
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
0%synergy
Starting Column
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Prismatic Lens
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Lands
Mountain
100%inclusion12 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Island
100%inclusion12 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Command Tower
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
-20%synergy
Swiftwater Cliffs
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
41%synergy
Shivan Reef
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
-18%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Temple of Epiphany
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Sulfur Falls
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
-33%synergy
Frostboil Snarl
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
-10%synergy
Evolving Wilds
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Izzet Guildgate
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Path of Ancestry
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
11%synergy
Cascade Bluffs
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
-19%synergy
Myriad Landscape
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Exotic Orchard
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-17%synergy
Riverglide Pathway
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-7%synergy
Mirage Mesa
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Eroded Canyon
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
9%synergy
The Grey Havens
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Baron, Airship Kingdom
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Fiery Islet
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-18%synergy
Hall of Oracles
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Steam Vents
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-40%synergy
Cliffgate
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Rush of Inspiration
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Prismari Campus
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-33%synergy
Ferrous Lake
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-17%synergy
Reflecting Pool
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Umara Wizard
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Silundi Vision
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Sea Gate
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Sundering Eruption
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Highland Lake
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Night Market
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Peculiar Lighthouse
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Hall of Tagsin
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Capital City
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Riverpyre Verge
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-13%synergy
Molten Tributary
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
0%synergy
Thriving Bluff
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Valakut Awakening
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-1%synergy