Haldan, Avid Arcanist // Pako, Arcane Retriever (Commander) - Budget Optimized

Owain Roberts
Aug 29, 2025
The Dog Commanders of Magic
With the recent International Dog Day, let's look at some of Magic's most powerful puppers. They deserve it.
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Moxfield
Scryfall
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Level Up
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Aqueous Form
69%inclusion24 decks35 decks
65%synergy
Temur Battle Rage
57%inclusion20 decks35 decks
53%synergy
Memory Lapse
54%inclusion19 decks35 decks
52%synergy
Negate
66%inclusion23 decks35 decks
50%synergy
Bear Umbra
49%inclusion17 decks35 decks
45%synergy
Expel from Orazca
43%inclusion15 decks35 decks
42%synergy
Winged Boots
43%inclusion15 decks35 decks
41%synergy
Doc Aurlock, Grizzled Genius
49%inclusion17 decks35 decks
41%synergy
Aggravated Assault
43%inclusion15 decks35 decks
39%synergy
Rogue's Passage
54%inclusion19 decks35 decks
39%synergy
Top Cards
Rampant Growth
69%inclusion24 decks35 decks
35%synergy
Farseek
63%inclusion22 decks35 decks
16%synergy
Chaos Warp
54%inclusion19 decks35 decks
23%synergy
Growth Spiral
54%inclusion19 decks35 decks
29%synergy
Counterspell
51%inclusion18 decks35 decks
19%synergy
Beast Within
49%inclusion17 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Wild Growth
49%inclusion17 decks35 decks
38%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
46%inclusion16 decks35 decks
21%synergy
Explore
46%inclusion16 decks35 decks
31%synergy
Decisive Denial
43%inclusion15 decks35 decks
38%synergy
Game Changers
Mystical Tutor
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Gamble
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Seedborn Muse
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Underworld Breach
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Narset, Parter of Veils
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Crop Rotation
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
-3%synergy
Jeska's Will
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-12%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-12%synergy
Worldly Tutor
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-9%synergy
Creatures
Faldorn, Dread Wolf Herald
37%inclusion13 decks35 decks
31%synergy
Rashmi, Eternities Crafter
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
30%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
33%synergy
Llanowar Elves
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
19%synergy
Elvish Mystic
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
20%synergy
Birds of Paradise
29%inclusion10 decks35 decks
-6%synergy
Fyndhorn Elves
29%inclusion10 decks35 decks
22%synergy
Wulfgar of Icewind Dale
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
25%synergy
Tinder Wall
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
20%synergy
Mina and Denn, Wildborn
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
21%synergy
Azusa, Lost but Seeking
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
16%synergy
Etali, Primal Storm
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
12%synergy
Sakura-Tribe Elder
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Elvish Spirit Guide
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Simian Spirit Guide
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Moraug, Fury of Akoum
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Combat Celebrant
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
13%synergy
Wild-Magic Sorcerer
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Dryad of the Ilysian Grove
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Goblin Anarchomancer
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Tatyova, Benthic Druid
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Boreal Druid
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Eternal Witness
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
-5%synergy
The Thirteenth Doctor
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Arbor Elf
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Akki Battle Squad
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Nalfeshnee
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Coiling Oracle
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Dragon's Rage Channeler
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Herald of Secret Streams
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Ilysian Caryatid
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Oracle of Mul Daya
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
2%synergy
Radha, Heart of Keld
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Savvy Trader
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Devoted Druid
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Savage Ventmaw
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
0%synergy
Delighted Halfling
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
-8%synergy
Goblin Electromancer
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
0%synergy
Oblivion Sower
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Flamebraider
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Twinflame Travelers
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Tam, Mindful First-Year
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Roxanne, Starfall Savant
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Two-Headed Hunter
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Priest of Titania
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Hugs, Grisly Guardian
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Llanowar Scout
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Valley Floodcaller
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
2%synergy
Instants
Arcane Denial
43%inclusion15 decks35 decks
27%synergy
Brainstorm
40%inclusion14 decks35 decks
26%synergy
Reclaim
37%inclusion13 decks35 decks
35%synergy
Gaea's Gift
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
30%synergy
Harrow
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
20%synergy
Hunter's Insight
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
29%synergy
Snakeskin Veil
29%inclusion10 decks35 decks
22%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Dispel
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
23%synergy
Tamiyo's Safekeeping
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
20%synergy
Miscast
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
25%synergy
Nature's Claim
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
19%synergy
Pongify
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Stubborn Denial
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
16%synergy
Slip Out the Back
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
19%synergy
Noxious Revival
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
12%synergy
Heroic Intervention
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
-7%synergy
Psychotic Fury
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Flusterstorm
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
12%synergy
Twinferno
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
16%synergy
Bolt Bend
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
17%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Temur Charm
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
13%synergy
Great Train Heist
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
14%synergy
Overprotect
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
14%synergy
Misdirection
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
16%synergy
Reality Shift
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Spell Pierce
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
15%synergy
Blossoming Defense
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
12%synergy
Opt
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Delay
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
13%synergy
Hinder
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
14%synergy
Tyvar's Stand
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Muddle the Mixture
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Frantic Search
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
-2%synergy
Defend the Rider
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Nexus of Fate
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
10%synergy
You Come to a River
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Critical Hit
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Veil of Secrecy
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Mana Leak
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Shore Up
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Resculpt
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Abrade
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Fury Storm
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Invert Polarity
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Charge Through
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Swan Song
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
-5%synergy
Starstorm
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Sorceries
Cultivate
43%inclusion15 decks35 decks
1%synergy
Nature's Lore
40%inclusion14 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Kodama's Reach
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Blasphemous Act
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
1%synergy
Seize the Day
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
29%synergy
Summer Bloom
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
27%synergy
Temporal Spring
29%inclusion10 decks35 decks
28%synergy
Time Warp
29%inclusion10 decks35 decks
26%synergy
Relentless Assault
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
24%synergy
Temporal Mastery
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
22%synergy
Full Throttle
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Karn's Temporal Sundering
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
19%synergy
Regrowth
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
15%synergy
Temporal Manipulation
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
15%synergy
Ponder
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Three Visits
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
-9%synergy
Enter the Enigma
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
13%synergy
Search for Tomorrow
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
13%synergy
Preordain
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Faithless Looting
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Seasons Past
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
17%synergy
Overpowering Attack
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
15%synergy
Walk the Aeons
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
14%synergy
Chain Reaction
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Broken Bond
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
13%synergy
Escape to the Wilds
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Part the Waterveil
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Consuming Tide
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Waltz of Rage
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Personal Tutor
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Bridgeworks Battle
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Irenicus's Vile Duplication
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Anger of the Gods
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Temporal Trespass
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Strike It Rich
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Stump Stomp
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Rite of Flame
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
8%synergy
World at War
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Last Night Together
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Slip Through Space
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Vandalblast
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
1%synergy
Stitch in Time
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Serum Visions
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Time Stretch
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Rishkar's Expertise
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
0%synergy
Assault Strobe
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Skyshroud Claim
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
-1%synergy
Urban Evolution
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Portent
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Lightning Greaves
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
-2%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
15%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
16%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
13%synergy
Prowler's Helm
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Explorer's Scope
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Isochron Scepter
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Codex Shredder
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
O-Naginata
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Helm of the Host
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Haunted Cloak
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Key to the City
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Lantern of Insight
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Wilderness Reclamation
40%inclusion14 decks35 decks
34%synergy
Utopia Sprawl
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
27%synergy
Mystic Remora
29%inclusion10 decks35 decks
16%synergy
Fertile Ground
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
21%synergy
Sword Coast Sailor
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
19%synergy
Rancor
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
19%synergy
Passionate Archaeologist
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
13%synergy
Leyline of Anticipation
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
15%synergy
Fae Flight
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
17%synergy
Terrasymbiosis
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Cloak of Mists
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Verity Circle
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
11%synergy
The Lost and the Damned
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Propaganda
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Song of Creation
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Aether Tunnel
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Double Vision
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Font of Magic
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Grim Reaper's Sprint
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Aboshan's Desire
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Kenrith's Transformation
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Hunter's Talent
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Canopy Cover
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Aquitect's Defenses
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Gilt-Leaf's Embrace
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Raiding Schemes
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Prismatic Undercurrents
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Doubling Season
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-2%synergy
Up the Beanstalk
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
0%synergy
Exploration
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-4%synergy
Arcane Bombardment
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Audacity
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Simic Ascendancy
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Stolen Strategy
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Branching Evolution
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
0%synergy
Nature's Will
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Khalni Heart Expedition
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Security Bypass
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Thousand-Year Storm
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
0%synergy
Sticky Fingers
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
As Foretold
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Planeswalkers
Oko, Thief of Crowns
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
12%synergy
Ral, Storm Conduit
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Utility Lands
Kessig Wolf Run
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
17%synergy
Temple of the False God
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
14%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Mosswort Bridge
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
1%synergy
Reliquary Tower
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
-19%synergy
Halimar Depths
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Skarrg, the Rage Pits
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Mistrise Village
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
-10%synergy
Ghost Quarter
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Thespian's Stage
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Alchemist's Refuge
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
1%synergy
Great Hall of the Citadel
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Castle Vantress
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Command Beacon
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
2%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
100%inclusion35 decks35 decks
17%synergy
Arcane Signet
91%inclusion32 decks35 decks
19%synergy
Fellwar Stone
40%inclusion14 decks35 decks
23%synergy
Talisman of Curiosity
37%inclusion13 decks35 decks
22%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
29%inclusion10 decks35 decks
12%synergy
Izzet Signet
29%inclusion10 decks35 decks
19%synergy
Simic Signet
29%inclusion10 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Gruul Signet
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
17%synergy
Talisman of Impulse
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
2%synergy
Lotus Petal
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-5%synergy
The Aetherspark
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Relic of Legends
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
2%synergy
Basalt Monolith
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Lands
Mountain
100%inclusion35 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Island
100%inclusion35 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Forest
100%inclusion35 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Command Tower
91%inclusion32 decks35 decks
0%synergy
Yavimaya Coast
66%inclusion23 decks35 decks
31%synergy
Exotic Orchard
63%inclusion22 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Frontier Bivouac
63%inclusion22 decks35 decks
12%synergy
Cinder Glade
57%inclusion20 decks35 decks
16%synergy
Rootbound Crag
49%inclusion17 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Shivan Reef
46%inclusion16 decks35 decks
14%synergy
Hinterland Harbor
40%inclusion14 decks35 decks
-3%synergy
Sulfur Falls
37%inclusion13 decks35 decks
-3%synergy
Simic Growth Chamber
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
16%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Evolving Wilds
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Gruul Turf
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
17%synergy
Karplusan Forest
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Temple of Mystery
29%inclusion10 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Temple of Abandon
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Mossfire Valley
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
12%synergy
Bountiful Landscape
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
0%synergy
Game Trail
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Rockfall Vale
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
-11%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Breeding Pool
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
-28%synergy
Vineglimmer Snarl
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Rejuvenating Springs
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
-14%synergy
Stomping Ground
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
-30%synergy
Temple of Epiphany
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
0%synergy
Dreamroot Cascade
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
-11%synergy
Fabled Passage
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
2%synergy
Ketria Triome
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
-27%synergy
Waterlogged Grove
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Path of Ancestry
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
-14%synergy
Thornwood Falls
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Frostboil Snarl
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Fiery Islet
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Myriad Landscape
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
1%synergy
Swiftwater Cliffs
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Steam Vents
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
-33%synergy
Bridgeworks Battle
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Copperline Gorge
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Stump Stomp
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Overflowing Basin
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Rugged Highlands
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
2%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
-12%synergy
Tangled Islet
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Ash Barrens
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Ferrous Lake
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
5%synergy