Hei Bai, Forest Guardian (Commander) - Expensive Upgraded

Hei Bai, Forest Guardian
Rank #695
23decks
Background image for The EDHREC Writers' Favorite New Commanders of 2025
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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Northern Air Temple
96%inclusion22 decks23 decks
87%synergy
The Spirit Oasis
91%inclusion21 decks23 decks
83%synergy
Crescent Island Temple
91%inclusion21 decks23 decks
83%synergy
Southern Air Temple
78%inclusion18 decks23 decks
74%synergy
Kyoshi Island Plaza
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
49%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Go-Shintai of Life's Origin
100%inclusion23 decks23 decks
99%synergy
Sanctum of All
100%inclusion23 decks23 decks
95%synergy
Go-Shintai of Hidden Cruelty
96%inclusion22 decks23 decks
91%synergy
Honden of Life's Web
96%inclusion22 decks23 decks
91%synergy
Sanctum of Calm Waters
96%inclusion22 decks23 decks
91%synergy
Honden of Infinite Rage
96%inclusion22 decks23 decks
91%synergy
Sanctum of Stone Fangs
96%inclusion22 decks23 decks
91%synergy
Sanctum of Fruitful Harvest
96%inclusion22 decks23 decks
91%synergy
Honden of Seeing Winds
91%inclusion21 decks23 decks
87%synergy
Honden of Cleansing Fire
87%inclusion20 decks23 decks
83%synergy
Top Cards
Go-Shintai of Shared Purpose
78%inclusion18 decks23 decks
74%synergy
Go-Shintai of Boundless Vigor
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
65%synergy
Honden of Night's Reach
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
65%synergy
Sanctum Weaver
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
59%synergy
Displacer Kitten
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
63%synergy
Ephemerate
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
62%synergy
Go-Shintai of Ancient Wars
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
61%synergy
Three Visits
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
38%synergy
Nature's Lore
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
30%synergy
Cloudshift
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
51%synergy
Game Changers
Serra's Sanctum
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
46%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Rhystic Study
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
0%synergy
Smothering Tithe
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Teferi's Protection
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-2%synergy
Aura Shards
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Gaea's Cradle
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Creatures
Sythis, Harvest's Hand
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
38%synergy
Bloom Tender
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
31%synergy
Delighted Halfling
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
33%synergy
Birds of Paradise
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
14%synergy
Destiny Spinner
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
34%synergy
Go-Shintai of Lost Wisdom
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
35%synergy
Thassa, Deep-Dwelling
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
37%synergy
Noble Hierarch
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
25%synergy
Setessan Champion
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
28%synergy
Ignoble Hierarch
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
24%synergy
Weaver of Harmony
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
29%synergy
Eidolon of Blossoms
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
23%synergy
Argothian Enchantress
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
24%synergy
Phelia, Exuberant Shepherd
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
26%synergy
Spellseeker
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Llanowar Elves
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Soulherder
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Dryad of the Ilysian Grove
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Jukai Naturalist
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
14%synergy
Purphoros, God of the Forge
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Esper Sentinel
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Entity Tracker
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Guru Pathik
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Zur, Eternal Schemer
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Starfield Vocalist
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Yenna, Redtooth Regent
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
14%synergy
Composer of Spring
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Shrine Steward
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Herald of the Pantheon
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Flickerwisp
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Zur the Enchanter
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
14%synergy
Starfield Mystic
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Simian Spirit Guide
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Elvish Spirit Guide
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Faeburrow Elder
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-6%synergy
Sisay, Weatherlight Captain
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Moon-Blessed Cleric
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Wildsear, Scouring Maw
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Doomwake Giant
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Archon of Sun's Grace
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Brago, King Eternal
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Obeka, Splitter of Seconds
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Eternal Witness
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Demon of Fate's Design
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Esika, God of the Tree
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Satyr Enchanter
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Grim Guardian
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Wan Shi Tong, Librarian
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Lotho, Corrupt Shirriff
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Calix, Guided by Fate
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Instants
Momentary Blink
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
34%synergy
Essence Flux
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
34%synergy
Heroic Intervention
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
-5%synergy
Flicker of Fate
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
29%synergy
Swan Song
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Dark Ritual
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Deflecting Swat
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Mana Drain
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Counterspell
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Eerie Interlude
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Dawn's Truce
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Clever Concealment
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Hide on the Ceiling
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Ghostly Flicker
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Redirect Lightning
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
14%synergy
Parting Gust
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Path to Exile
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
-10%synergy
Dovin's Veto
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Sink into Stupor
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Deadly Rollick
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Slip On the Ring
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Teferi's Time Twist
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Lae'zel's Acrobatics
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Beast Within
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
0%synergy
Arcane Denial
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Acrobatic Maneuver
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Brainstorm
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Assassin's Trophy
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-5%synergy
Restoration Magic
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Displace
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Archdruid's Charm
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Scrollshift
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Generous Gift
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Airbender's Reversal
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Sorceries
Replenish
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
50%synergy
Farseek
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
0%synergy
Aang's Journey
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
27%synergy
Extinguish All Hope
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
28%synergy
Flicker
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
26%synergy
Another Round
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
26%synergy
Farewell
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Ruinous Ultimatum
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Wargate
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Rampant Growth
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-8%synergy
Splash Portal
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Supreme Verdict
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Eerie Ultimatum
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Cultivate
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-25%synergy
Toxic Deluge
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Explore
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Dance of the Manse
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Resurgent Belief
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Cleansing Meditation
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Urza's Ruinous Blast
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
0%synergy
Shared Roots
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Into the North
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Brilliant Restoration
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Panharmonicon
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
32%synergy
Conjurer's Closet
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
25%synergy
Enchantments
Sterling Grove
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
44%synergy
Sanctum of Shattered Heights
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
48%synergy
Sphere of Safety
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
37%synergy
Sanctum of Tranquil Light
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
35%synergy
Teleportation Circle
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
33%synergy
Airbender Ascension
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
26%synergy
Touch the Spirit Realm
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
29%synergy
Hallowed Haunting
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
29%synergy
Greater Auramancy
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
28%synergy
Paradox Haze
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
28%synergy
Enchantress's Presence
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Leyline of the Guildpact
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Starfield of Nyx
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
14%synergy
Annie Joins Up
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Skybind
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Warleader's Call
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Ghostly Prison
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Mystic Remora
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Chakra Meditation
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Wild Growth
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Inspiring Leader
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Prismatic Omen
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Propaganda
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Collective Restraint
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Growing Rites of Itlimoc
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Blind Obedience
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Solitary Confinement
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Planeswalkers
Calix, Destiny's Hand
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Venser, the Sojourner
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Utility Lands
Boseiju, Who Endures
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
37%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
41%synergy
Reliquary Tower
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
22%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
33%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Urza's Saga
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
74%inclusion17 decks23 decks
-5%synergy
Arcane Signet
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
-14%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
-16%synergy
Fellwar Stone
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
-9%synergy
Lotus Petal
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Thought Vessel
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Lands
Bayou
100%inclusion23 decks23 decks
87%synergy
Taiga
100%inclusion23 decks23 decks
87%synergy
Savannah
100%inclusion23 decks23 decks
87%synergy
Tropical Island
100%inclusion23 decks23 decks
87%synergy
Scrubland
100%inclusion23 decks23 decks
88%synergy
Tundra
100%inclusion23 decks23 decks
88%synergy
Command Tower
100%inclusion23 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Underground Sea
96%inclusion22 decks23 decks
83%synergy
Volcanic Island
91%inclusion21 decks23 decks
79%synergy
Plateau
91%inclusion21 decks23 decks
80%synergy
Windswept Heath
83%inclusion19 decks23 decks
55%synergy
Misty Rainforest
78%inclusion18 decks23 decks
51%synergy
Flooded Strand
78%inclusion18 decks23 decks
53%synergy
Badlands
74%inclusion17 decks23 decks
63%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
43%synergy
Island
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
-8%synergy
Forest
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
-11%synergy
Mountain
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
-11%synergy
Polluted Delta
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
42%synergy
Plains
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
-12%synergy
Swamp
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
-14%synergy
Wooded Foothills
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
30%synergy
Marsh Flats
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
33%synergy
Arid Mesa
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
29%synergy
Scalding Tarn
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
29%synergy
White Lotus Hideout
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
38%synergy
The World Tree
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
15%synergy
City of Brass
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
14%synergy
Breeding Pool
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Mana Confluence
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Spara's Headquarters
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
14%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Exotic Orchard
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
-27%synergy
Temple Garden
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Jetmir's Garden
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Overgrown Tomb
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Indatha Triome
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Reflecting Pool
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Ketria Triome
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Zagoth Triome
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Stomping Ground
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
-3%synergy
Godless Shrine
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
-3%synergy
Sacred Foundry
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
Bountiful Promenade
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Raugrin Triome
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
0%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Watery Grave
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
-7%synergy
Raffine's Tower
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Savai Triome
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-3%synergy