Hei Bai, Forest Guardian (Commander) - Budget Optimized

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Brian Cain
Apr 27, 2026
Brian Cain
Can We Build a Commander Deck Around the Prepared Mechanic?
The new prepared mechanic from Secrets of Strixhaven doesn't have a dedicated commander. Let's see if we can make one ourselves.
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Leader's Talent
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Leonardo, the Balance
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Honden of Seeing Winds
100%inclusion10 decks10 decks
96%synergy
Go-Shintai of Ancient Wars
100%inclusion10 decks10 decks
96%synergy
Go-Shintai of Hidden Cruelty
100%inclusion10 decks10 decks
96%synergy
Honden of Life's Web
100%inclusion10 decks10 decks
96%synergy
Go-Shintai of Shared Purpose
100%inclusion10 decks10 decks
96%synergy
Honden of Infinite Rage
100%inclusion10 decks10 decks
96%synergy
Sanctum of Calm Waters
100%inclusion10 decks10 decks
96%synergy
Sanctum of All
100%inclusion10 decks10 decks
96%synergy
Go-Shintai of Life's Origin
90%inclusion9 decks10 decks
89%synergy
Sanctum of Tranquil Light
90%inclusion9 decks10 decks
86%synergy
Top Cards
Sanctum of Fruitful Harvest
90%inclusion9 decks10 decks
86%synergy
Honden of Cleansing Fire
90%inclusion9 decks10 decks
86%synergy
Honden of Night's Reach
90%inclusion9 decks10 decks
86%synergy
Sanctum of Stone Fangs
90%inclusion9 decks10 decks
86%synergy
Southern Air Temple
90%inclusion9 decks10 decks
86%synergy
Kyoshi Island Plaza
90%inclusion9 decks10 decks
85%synergy
Go-Shintai of Boundless Vigor
80%inclusion8 decks10 decks
76%synergy
Sterling Grove
80%inclusion8 decks10 decks
72%synergy
Go-Shintai of Lost Wisdom
80%inclusion8 decks10 decks
76%synergy
The Spirit Oasis
80%inclusion8 decks10 decks
75%synergy
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Farewell
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
13%synergy
Aura Shards
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Coalition Victory
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-5%synergy
Creatures
Sanctum Weaver
70%inclusion7 decks10 decks
60%synergy
Sythis, Harvest's Hand
60%inclusion6 decks10 decks
50%synergy
Jukai Naturalist
60%inclusion6 decks10 decks
53%synergy
Shrine Steward
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
49%synergy
Weaver of Harmony
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
45%synergy
Destiny Spinner
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
36%synergy
Herald of the Pantheon
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
36%synergy
Faeburrow Elder
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
20%synergy
Yenna, Redtooth Regent
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
27%synergy
Setessan Champion
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
24%synergy
Eidolon of Blossoms
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
13%synergy
Enduring Tenacity
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
20%synergy
Soulherder
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Anikthea, Hand of Erebos
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Satyr Enchanter
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Archon of Sun's Grace
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Katilda, Dawnhart Martyr
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
20%synergy
Foggy Swamp Spirit Keeper
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
20%synergy
Hei Bai, Spirit of Balance
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
20%synergy
Guru Pathik
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Aurora Awakener
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Doomwake Giant
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Dryad of the Ilysian Grove
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Grim Guardian
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Zur the Enchanter
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Aang, Swift Savior
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
15%synergy
Starnheim Courser
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Bloom Tender
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-8%synergy
Kudo, King Among Bears
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Displacer Kitten
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Kestia, the Cultivator
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Fertilid
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Beanstalk Giant
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Mulldrifter
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
6%synergy
Starfield Mystic
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Agent of Erebos
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Nessian Wanderer
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
The Council of Four
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Marina Vendrell
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Elesh Norn, Mother of Machines
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Duskana, the Rage Mother
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Ghen, Arcanum Weaver
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Gnawing Zombie
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Overtaker
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Golgari Rotwurm
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Transguild Courier
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Kami of Transience
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Mesa Enchantress
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
6%synergy
Moon-Blessed Cleric
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Elesh Norn, Grand Cenobite
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Instants
Swords to Plowshares
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
2%synergy
Ephemerate
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
27%synergy
Cloudshift
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Acrobatic Maneuver
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
20%synergy
Heroic Intervention
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
-2%synergy
Essence Flux
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Scrollshift
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
20%synergy
Momentary Blink
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Ghostly Flicker
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Flicker of Fate
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Path to Exile
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
-9%synergy
Blur
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-1%synergy
Beast Within
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-2%synergy
Jwari Disruption
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Open the Omenpaths
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Assassin's Trophy
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-4%synergy
Release to Memory
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Planar Incision
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Abzan Charm
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Counterspell
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-13%synergy
Bolt Bend
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Fertilid's Favor
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Natural State
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Generous Gift
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
4%synergy
Restoration Magic
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Cycle of Renewal
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Origin of Metalbending
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Enter the Avatar State
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Redirect Lightning
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
6%synergy
Zuko's Exile
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Katara's Reversal
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Airbending Lesson
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
6%synergy
Airbender's Reversal
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
6%synergy
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Aang's Journey
70%inclusion7 decks10 decks
67%synergy
Extinguish All Hope
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
38%synergy
Cultivate
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
5%synergy
Open the Vaults
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Kodama's Reach
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Farseek
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
-13%synergy
Nature's Lore
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
-6%synergy
Rampant Growth
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
0%synergy
Urza's Ruinous Blast
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
15%synergy
Spirit Water Revival
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
15%synergy
Goatnap
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Resurgent Belief
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Austere Command
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Diabolic Tutor
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Vandalblast
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Skyshroud Claim
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
3%synergy
Tempt with Discovery
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
4%synergy
Hour of Reckoning
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Full Throttle
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
6%synergy
Wrangle
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Blasphemous Act
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-3%synergy
Plea for Guidance
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Brilliant Restoration
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Act of Treason
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Explore
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
4%synergy
What Must Be Done
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Urban Evolution
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Global Ruin
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Epic Downfall
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Dance of the Manse
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Open the Gates
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Waterbending Lesson
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Shared Roots
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
5%synergy
Bloody Betrayal
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Ruinous Ultimatum
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
3%synergy
Damn
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Furnace Reins
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Doppelgang
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Conjurer's Closet
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Bident of Thassa
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Vat of Rebirth
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Elixir of Immortality
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Ring of Three Wishes
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Helm of the Host
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Phyrexian Altar
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Golden Argosy
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-2%synergy
Lightning Greaves
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-7%synergy
Altar of Dementia
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Spear of Heliod
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
The Fire Crystal
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Navigation Orb
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Staff of Domination
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Glider Staff
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Enchantments
Crescent Island Temple
80%inclusion8 decks10 decks
75%synergy
Northern Air Temple
80%inclusion8 decks10 decks
75%synergy
Sanctum of Shattered Heights
70%inclusion7 decks10 decks
66%synergy
Sphere of Safety
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
44%synergy
Fertile Ground
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
25%synergy
Propaganda
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
23%synergy
Strength of the Harvest
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Sigil of the Empty Throne
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Annie Joins Up
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
13%synergy
Enchantress's Presence
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
13%synergy
Proft's Eidetic Memory
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
20%synergy
Teleportation Circle
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Greater Auramancy
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Abundant Growth
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Privileged Position
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Ghostly Prison
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
14%synergy
Airbender Ascension
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
15%synergy
Freed from the Real
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Cryptolith Rite
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
5%synergy
Detention Sphere
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Skybind
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Beastmaster Ascension
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Aggravated Assault
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Felidar Retreat
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Carpet of Flowers
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Rising of the Day
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Leyline of Sanctity
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Genju of the Realm
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Day of Destiny
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Crop Sigil
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Popular Entertainer
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Boon of the Spirit Realm
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Mirrormade
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Starfield of Nyx
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Weirding Wood
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Monologue Tax
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Guild Artisan
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Karmic Justice
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Agent of the Shadow Thieves
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Secret Arcade // Dusty Parlor
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Far Traveler
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Cultist of the Absolute
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Feywild Visitor
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Reprobation
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Hardy Outlander
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Vraska Joins Up
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Inspiring Leader
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Paradox Haze
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Ethereal Armor
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Seal of Primordium
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Utility Lands
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
33%synergy
Reliquary Tower
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
4%synergy
Great Hall of the Citadel
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
16%synergy
Basilisk Gate
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Maze's End
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
5%synergy
Cascading Cataracts
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-6%synergy
Baldur's Gate
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
5%synergy
Rogue's Passage
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
4%synergy
Realm of Koh
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Evendo, Waking Haven
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
70%inclusion7 decks10 decks
-6%synergy
Sol Ring
70%inclusion7 decks10 decks
-10%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
0%synergy
Thought Vessel
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
33%synergy
Fellwar Stone
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
-1%synergy
Talisman of Progress
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Decanter of Endless Water
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
16%synergy
Talisman of Unity
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Bender's Waterskin
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
16%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Talisman of Curiosity
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
14%synergy
Coalition Relic
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Commander's Sphere
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-5%synergy
Talisman of Indulgence
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Strixhaven Stadium
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Talisman of Resilience
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
5%synergy
Gilded Lotus
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Patriar's Seal
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Talisman of Dominance
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
5%synergy
White Lotus Tile
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Talisman of Hierarchy
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Honor-Worn Shaku
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Talisman of Impulse
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion10 decks10 decks
12%synergy
Mountain
100%inclusion10 decks10 decks
23%synergy
Forest
100%inclusion10 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion10 decks10 decks
22%synergy
Swamp
100%inclusion10 decks10 decks
25%synergy
Island
100%inclusion10 decks10 decks
21%synergy
Seaside Citadel
70%inclusion7 decks10 decks
55%synergy
Jungle Shrine
70%inclusion7 decks10 decks
53%synergy
White Lotus Hideout
70%inclusion7 decks10 decks
66%synergy
Exotic Orchard
60%inclusion6 decks10 decks
-3%synergy
Sandsteppe Citadel
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
34%synergy
Opulent Palace
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
34%synergy
Savage Lands
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
28%synergy
Path of Ancestry
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
-4%synergy
Nomad Outpost
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
28%synergy
Frontier Bivouac
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
23%synergy
Arcane Sanctum
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Caves of Koilos
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
22%synergy
Crumbling Necropolis
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
20%synergy
Mystic Monastery
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
16%synergy
Evolving Wilds
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Citadel Gate
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
15%synergy
Strength of the Harvest
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Llanowar Wastes
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
11%synergy
Dimir Guildgate
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
15%synergy
Thriving Isle
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
16%synergy
Brushland
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
11%synergy
Selesnya Guildgate
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
14%synergy
Underground River
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
13%synergy
Rakdos Guildgate
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
15%synergy
Thriving Grove
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
16%synergy
Karplusan Forest
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
11%synergy
Yavimaya Coast
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Izzet Guildgate
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
15%synergy
Thriving Heath
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
12%synergy
Manor Gate
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
15%synergy
Golgari Guildgate
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
14%synergy
Orzhov Guildgate
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
15%synergy
Battlefield Forge
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
12%synergy
Gruul Guildgate
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
15%synergy
Simic Guildgate
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
14%synergy
Misty Rainforest
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-17%synergy
Shivan Reef
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
1%synergy
Idyllic Beachfront
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Breeding Pool
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-21%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-4%synergy
Stomping Ground
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-20%synergy
Temple of Abandon
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Deceptive Landscape
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
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