Haliya, Guided by Light (Commander) - Core

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Andy Zupke
Dec 11, 2025
The EDHREC Writers' Favorite New Commanders of 2025
The writing staff at EDHREC gives you the rundown on their favorite new commanders that came out in 2025. Is your favorite on the list?
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Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Abandoned Air Temple
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Appa, Steadfast Guardian
2.4%inclusion1 decks41 decks
0%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Soul Warden
75%inclusion39 decks52 decks
54%synergy
Cleric Class
62%inclusion32 decks52 decks
54%synergy
Voice of the Blessed
56%inclusion29 decks52 decks
51%synergy
The Gaffer
50%inclusion26 decks52 decks
45%synergy
Exemplar of Light
60%inclusion31 decks52 decks
45%synergy
Daxos, Blessed by the Sun
54%inclusion28 decks52 decks
42%synergy
Soul's Attendant
56%inclusion29 decks52 decks
41%synergy
Guide of Souls
48%inclusion25 decks52 decks
41%synergy
Cat Collector
42%inclusion22 decks52 decks
40%synergy
Lunarch Veteran
44%inclusion23 decks52 decks
40%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
75%inclusion39 decks52 decks
-1%synergy
Path to Exile
63%inclusion33 decks52 decks
-4%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
56%inclusion29 decks52 decks
37%synergy
The Wind Crystal
54%inclusion28 decks52 decks
33%synergy
Angel of Vitality
48%inclusion25 decks52 decks
35%synergy
Suture Priest
48%inclusion25 decks52 decks
35%synergy
Well of Lost Dreams
44%inclusion23 decks52 decks
36%synergy
Fumigate
44%inclusion23 decks52 decks
37%synergy
Pearl Medallion
44%inclusion23 decks52 decks
-14%synergy
Ajani's Pridemate
42%inclusion22 decks52 decks
37%synergy
Creatures
Welcoming Vampire
42%inclusion22 decks52 decks
26%synergy
Hinterland Sanctifier
42%inclusion22 decks52 decks
38%synergy
Adeline, Resplendent Cathar
40%inclusion21 decks52 decks
31%synergy
Sunscorch Regent
38%inclusion20 decks52 decks
35%synergy
Enduring Innocence
37%inclusion19 decks52 decks
23%synergy
Speaker of the Heavens
35%inclusion18 decks52 decks
26%synergy
Essence Channeler
35%inclusion18 decks52 decks
33%synergy
Nykthos Paragon
35%inclusion18 decks52 decks
30%synergy
Sun Titan
35%inclusion18 decks52 decks
11%synergy
Rhox Faithmender
35%inclusion18 decks52 decks
31%synergy
Linden, the Steadfast Queen
35%inclusion18 decks52 decks
29%synergy
Starfield Shepherd
35%inclusion18 decks52 decks
27%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
33%inclusion17 decks52 decks
10%synergy
Heliod, Sun-Crowned
33%inclusion17 decks52 decks
23%synergy
Distinguished Conjurer
33%inclusion17 decks52 decks
28%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
33%inclusion17 decks52 decks
5%synergy
Crested Sunmare
31%inclusion16 decks52 decks
28%synergy
Lifecreed Duo
31%inclusion16 decks52 decks
28%synergy
Aerith Gainsborough
31%inclusion16 decks52 decks
26%synergy
Qala, Ajani's Pridemate
29%inclusion15 decks52 decks
26%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
29%inclusion15 decks52 decks
10%synergy
Elenda's Hierophant
29%inclusion15 decks52 decks
26%synergy
Archangel of Thune
29%inclusion15 decks52 decks
15%synergy
Auriok Champion
29%inclusion15 decks52 decks
24%synergy
Resplendent Angel
27%inclusion14 decks52 decks
13%synergy
Righteous Valkyrie
25%inclusion13 decks52 decks
10%synergy
Gwaihir, Greatest of the Eagles
25%inclusion13 decks52 decks
24%synergy
Cosmogrand Zenith
24%inclusion12 decks51 decks
20%synergy
Skyclave Apparition
23%inclusion12 decks52 decks
14%synergy
Witch Enchanter
21%inclusion11 decks52 decks
4%synergy
Valkyrie Harbinger
21%inclusion11 decks52 decks
9%synergy
Rumor Gatherer
21%inclusion11 decks52 decks
9%synergy
Felidar Sovereign
21%inclusion11 decks52 decks
15%synergy
Ocelot Pride
21%inclusion11 decks52 decks
15%synergy
Serra Ascendant
19%inclusion10 decks52 decks
6%synergy
Keeper of the Accord
19%inclusion10 decks52 decks
2%synergy
Mother of Runes
19%inclusion10 decks52 decks
-2%synergy
Celestine, the Living Saint
19%inclusion10 decks52 decks
17%synergy
Minwu, White Mage
19%inclusion10 decks52 decks
17%synergy
Loyal Warhound
17%inclusion9 decks52 decks
6%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
17%inclusion9 decks52 decks
-4%synergy
Mentor of the Meek
17%inclusion9 decks52 decks
-3%synergy
Twinblade Paladin
17%inclusion9 decks52 decks
16%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
15%inclusion8 decks52 decks
2%synergy
Charismatic Conqueror
15%inclusion8 decks52 decks
11%synergy
Ranger of Eos
15%inclusion8 decks52 decks
13%synergy
Impassioned Orator
15%inclusion8 decks52 decks
12%synergy
Inspiring Overseer
15%inclusion8 decks52 decks
-2%synergy
Aunt May
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Selfless Spirit
13%inclusion7 decks52 decks
4%synergy
Instants
Stroke of Midnight
37%inclusion19 decks52 decks
11%synergy
Generous Gift
27%inclusion14 decks52 decks
-17%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
27%inclusion14 decks52 decks
8%synergy
Restoration Magic
27%inclusion14 decks52 decks
15%synergy
Riot Control
23%inclusion12 decks52 decks
20%synergy
Emergency Eject
23%inclusion12 decks52 decks
22%synergy
Kabira Takedown
21%inclusion11 decks52 decks
15%synergy
Call the Coppercoats
21%inclusion11 decks52 decks
16%synergy
Revitalize
19%inclusion10 decks52 decks
16%synergy
Grand Crescendo
19%inclusion10 decks52 decks
17%synergy
Heliod's Intervention
19%inclusion10 decks52 decks
10%synergy
Akroma's Will
17%inclusion9 decks52 decks
-7%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
17%inclusion9 decks52 decks
9%synergy
Reprieve
17%inclusion9 decks52 decks
-5%synergy
Unbreakable Formation
15%inclusion8 decks52 decks
2%synergy
Invoke the Divine
15%inclusion8 decks52 decks
12%synergy
Parting Gust
13%inclusion7 decks52 decks
8%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
13%inclusion7 decks52 decks
2%synergy
Dawn's Truce
13%inclusion7 decks52 decks
-1%synergy
Will of the Mardu
12%inclusion6 decks52 decks
10%synergy
Clever Concealment
12%inclusion6 decks52 decks
2%synergy
Thraben Charm
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
6%synergy
Brave the Elements
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
-3%synergy
Disenchant
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
-7%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
-16%synergy
Radiant Strike
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Unexplained Absence
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
7%synergy
Secure the Wastes
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
4%synergy
Eerie Interlude
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
-3%synergy
Ephemerate
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
-8%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
-1%synergy
Your Temple Is Under Attack
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
-2%synergy
Divine Offering
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
5%synergy
Get Lost
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
-1%synergy
Light of Hope
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
5%synergy
Battle Menu
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
4%synergy
Mana Tithe
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
-6%synergy
Dawn Charm
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
-3%synergy
Sorceries
Austere Command
35%inclusion18 decks52 decks
6%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
25%inclusion13 decks52 decks
14%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
23%inclusion12 decks52 decks
10%synergy
Storm Herd
17%inclusion9 decks52 decks
14%synergy
Winds of Abandon
13%inclusion7 decks52 decks
8%synergy
Emeria's Call
12%inclusion6 decks52 decks
5%synergy
Cut a Deal
12%inclusion6 decks52 decks
-3%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
-4%synergy
Requisition Raid
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
5%synergy
White Sun's Twilight
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
4%synergy
Sunset Revelry
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
7%synergy
Raise the Past
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
4%synergy
Tempt with Bunnies
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
5%synergy
Dusk // Dawn
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
2%synergy
Sanctify
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
6%synergy
Scout for Survivors
5.9%inclusion3 decks51 decks
5%synergy
Ondu Inversion
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
0%synergy
Ravnica at War
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
-5%synergy
Helping Hand
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
4%synergy
Dismantling Wave
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
4%synergy
Mass Calcify
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
-7%synergy
Hour of Revelation
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
2%synergy
Collective Effort
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
4%synergy
Hop to It
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
5%synergy
Bond of Discipline
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
4%synergy
Ascend from Avernus
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
0%synergy
Farewell
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
-19%synergy
Tragic Arrogance
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
4%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Oketra's Monument
38%inclusion20 decks52 decks
10%synergy
Excalibur II
27%inclusion14 decks52 decks
23%synergy
Aetherflux Reservoir
27%inclusion14 decks52 decks
18%synergy
Alhammarret's Archive
25%inclusion13 decks52 decks
21%synergy
The Book of Exalted Deeds
19%inclusion10 decks52 decks
9%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
17%inclusion9 decks52 decks
-6%synergy
Lightning Greaves
13%inclusion7 decks52 decks
-14%synergy
Dawnsire, Sunstar Dreadnought
12%inclusion6 decks51 decks
6%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
12%inclusion6 decks52 decks
0%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
12%inclusion6 decks52 decks
3%synergy
Idol of Oblivion
12%inclusion6 decks52 decks
4%synergy
Staff of the Sun Magus
12%inclusion6 decks52 decks
10%synergy
Skullclamp
12%inclusion6 decks52 decks
-5%synergy
Prism Ring
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
9%synergy
Carrot Cake
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
9%synergy
Fountain of Renewal
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
9%synergy
The Seriema
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
7%synergy
Angel's Feather
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
6%synergy
Sun Droplet
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
7%synergy
Panharmonicon
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
-3%synergy
Cosmos Elixir
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
2%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
-28%synergy
Endless Atlas
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
0%synergy
Wedgelight Rammer
5.9%inclusion3 decks51 decks
6%synergy
Shadowspear
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
-3%synergy
Profane Memento
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
6%synergy
Ivory Tower
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
5%synergy
Tinker's Tote
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
5%synergy
Sword of the Animist
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
-13%synergy
Candy Trail
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
5%synergy
Lembas
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
4%synergy
Enchantments
Griffin Aerie
38%inclusion20 decks52 decks
36%synergy
Dawn of Hope
38%inclusion20 decks52 decks
31%synergy
Case of the Uneaten Feast
37%inclusion19 decks52 decks
34%synergy
Leyline of Hope
35%inclusion18 decks52 decks
31%synergy
Tocasia's Welcome
31%inclusion16 decks52 decks
17%synergy
Angelic Accord
29%inclusion15 decks52 decks
20%synergy
Test of Endurance
19%inclusion10 decks52 decks
15%synergy
Skrelv's Hive
15%inclusion8 decks52 decks
11%synergy
Sigarda's Splendor
15%inclusion8 decks52 decks
10%synergy
Ajani's Welcome
13%inclusion7 decks52 decks
7%synergy
Blind Obedience
13%inclusion7 decks52 decks
2%synergy
Abiding Grace
13%inclusion7 decks52 decks
12%synergy
Ghostly Prison
12%inclusion6 decks52 decks
-9%synergy
Dollmaker's Shop // Porcelain Gallery
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
7%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
-8%synergy
Felidar Retreat
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
1%synergy
Land Tax
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
-22%synergy
Banishing Light
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
6%synergy
Ashes of the Abhorrent
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
8%synergy
Light of Promise
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
3%synergy
Court of Grace
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
-5%synergy
Dawn of a New Age
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
3%synergy
Divine Visitation
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
2%synergy
Smile at Death
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
5%synergy
Righteous Cause
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
7%synergy
Petrify
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
6%synergy
Charitable Levy
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
4%synergy
Boon Reflection
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
4%synergy
Spirit Link
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
1%synergy
Caretaker's Talent
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
-3%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
-9%synergy
Path of Bravery
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
5%synergy
Rabble Rousing
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
4%synergy
Deafening Silence
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
1%synergy
The Restoration of Eiganjo
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
3%synergy
Summoner's Sending
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
5%synergy
Planeswalkers
Ajani, Strength of the Pride
19%inclusion10 decks52 decks
15%synergy
Elspeth, Sun's Champion
19%inclusion10 decks52 decks
8%synergy
Elspeth, Storm Slayer
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
-1%synergy
Archangel Elspeth
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
2%synergy
Elspeth Tirel
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
3%synergy
Utility Lands
Castle Ardenvale
44%inclusion23 decks52 decks
26%synergy
Minas Tirith
35%inclusion18 decks52 decks
7%synergy
War Room
33%inclusion17 decks52 decks
-4%synergy
Radiant Fountain
31%inclusion16 decks52 decks
25%synergy
Windbrisk Heights
27%inclusion14 decks52 decks
9%synergy
Rogue's Passage
25%inclusion13 decks52 decks
-2%synergy
Adventurer's Inn
25%inclusion13 decks52 decks
20%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
24%inclusion12 decks51 decks
16%synergy
Emeria, the Sky Ruin
23%inclusion12 decks52 decks
-15%synergy
Kabira Crossroads
15%inclusion8 decks52 decks
12%synergy
Temple of the False God
15%inclusion8 decks52 decks
4%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
15%inclusion8 decks52 decks
7%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
15%inclusion8 decks52 decks
-17%synergy
Reliquary Tower
13%inclusion7 decks52 decks
-10%synergy
Fountainport
13%inclusion7 decks52 decks
10%synergy
Monumental Henge
13%inclusion7 decks52 decks
0%synergy
Secluded Steppe
12%inclusion6 decks52 decks
-1%synergy
Seraph Sanctuary
12%inclusion6 decks52 decks
-3%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
-13%synergy
Ancient Den
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
2%synergy
Terrain Generator
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
4%synergy
Arid Archway
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
4%synergy
Blighted Steppe
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
5%synergy
Dalkovan Encampment
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
7%synergy
High Market
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
5%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
-4%synergy
Roadside Reliquary
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
3%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
-7%synergy
Volatile Fault
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
5%synergy
Hidden Courtyard
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
3%synergy
Karn's Bastion
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
1%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
63%inclusion33 decks52 decks
-20%synergy
Arcane Signet
50%inclusion26 decks52 decks
-8%synergy
Pristine Talisman
33%inclusion17 decks52 decks
28%synergy
Mind Stone
27%inclusion14 decks52 decks
-2%synergy
Marble Diamond
15%inclusion8 decks52 decks
-5%synergy
Heraldic Banner
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
-1%synergy
Throne of Eldraine
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
-6%synergy
Fellwar Stone
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
0%synergy
White Auracite
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
6%synergy
Thought Vessel
7.7%inclusion4 decks52 decks
-9%synergy
Hourglass of the Lost
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
3%synergy
Commander's Sphere
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
-3%synergy
Paradise Plume
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Plains
98%inclusion51 decks52 decks
5%synergy
Myriad Landscape
23%inclusion12 decks52 decks
-6%synergy
Witch Enchanter
21%inclusion11 decks52 decks
4%synergy
Kabira Takedown
21%inclusion11 decks52 decks
15%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
17%inclusion9 decks52 decks
9%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
13%inclusion7 decks52 decks
2%synergy
Emeria's Call
12%inclusion6 decks52 decks
5%synergy
Urza's Cave
12%inclusion6 decks52 decks
9%synergy
Skyclave Cleric
12%inclusion6 decks52 decks
10%synergy
Demolition Field
12%inclusion6 decks52 decks
5%synergy
Path of Ancestry
10%inclusion5 decks52 decks
-7%synergy
Ondu Inversion
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
0%synergy
Ash Barrens
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
4%synergy
Command Tower
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
-1%synergy