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Nick Price
Dec 24, 2025
The Top 10 Most Played Nonlegendary Commander Cards in 2025
We can't end the year without a bunch of top 10 lists! So here's our list of the 10 most played new, nonlegendary Commander cards of 2025.
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Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Zack Fair
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
63%synergy
Adelbert Steiner
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
64%synergy
Soul-Scar Mage
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Party Thrasher
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Nimble-Blade Khenra
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Goblin Wardriver
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Humble Defector
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
26%synergy
Heartfire Immolator
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Relic Seeker
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Koll, the Forgemaster
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
28%synergy
Lightning Visionary
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Heartflame Duelist
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Cacophony Scamp
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Heartfire Hero
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Twinblade Geist
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Flowerfoot Swordmaster
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Emberheart Challenger
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Slickshot Show-Off
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Markov Blademaster
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Jor Kadeen, the Prevailer
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
29%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
26%synergy
Cloud, Planet's Champion
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Rosnakht, Heir of Rohgahh
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Fervent Champion
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Raiyuu, Storm's Edge
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Haktos the Unscarred
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Jor Kadeen, First Goldwarden
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Fugitive Codebreaker
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Sun Titan
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
19%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
20%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Balan, Wandering Knight
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
22%synergy
Fanatical Firebrand
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Sanguinary Mage
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Monastery Swiftspear
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Cheeky House-Mouse
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Seeker of the Way
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Dwarven Forge-Chanter
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
23%synergy
Lizard Blades
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
25%synergy
Heidegger, Shinra Executive
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Chocobo Knights
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Helitrooper
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Barret Wallace
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Summon: Kujata
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Beatrix, Loyal General
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Rosa, Resolute White Mage
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Instants
Lightning Bolt
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
56%synergy
Self-Destruct
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
66%synergy
You're Not Alone
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
66%synergy
Haste Magic
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
65%synergy
Restoration Magic
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
57%synergy
Opera Love Song
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
66%synergy
Rabid Gnaw
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Violent Urge
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Fight as One
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Might of the Meek
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Loran's Escape
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
26%synergy
Make Your Mark
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Valorous Stance
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
29%synergy
Fling
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Boros Charm
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
-16%synergy
Blooming Blast
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Temur Battle Rage
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
29%synergy
Expedite
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
28%synergy
Courageous Resolve
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Divine Resilience
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Monstrous Rage
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Final Showdown
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Lightning Helix
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
25%synergy
Sacred Fire
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Crumb and Get It
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Disenchant
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
28%synergy
Sazacap's Brew
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Quick Draw
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Great Train Heist
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
28%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
-33%synergy
Order // Chaos
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Overwhelming Surge
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Demand Answers
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
25%synergy
Path to Exile
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
-23%synergy
Deflecting Palm
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
15%synergy
Resistance Reunited
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Lightning Strike
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Antagonize
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Defiant Strike
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
29%synergy
Bulk Up
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Fire Magic
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Fate of the Sun-Cryst
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Auron's Inspiration
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Slash of Light
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Battle Menu
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Light of Judgment
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Thunder Magic
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Sorceries
Choco-Comet
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
66%synergy
Playful Shove
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Open the Armory
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
19%synergy
Mizzix's Mastery
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Crash Through
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Dance with Calamity
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Wild Ride
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Warlord's Fury
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Renegade Tactics
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Single Combat
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
29%synergy
United Battlefront
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Light Up the Stage
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Response // Resurgence
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
27%synergy
Boltwave
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Thrilling Discovery
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
27%synergy
Deafening Clarion
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Rip Apart
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
20%synergy
The Crystal's Chosen
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Suplex
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Sorceress's Schemes
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Unexpected Request
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Inspiring Statuary
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
64%synergy
Red Mage's Rapier
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
65%synergy
Excalibur II
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
65%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Plate Armor
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Thran Power Suit
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
27%synergy
Cori-Steel Cutter
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
27%synergy
Prowler's Helm
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Mishra's Research Desk
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Bloodthirsty Blade
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Assault Suit
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
-11%synergy
Short Bow
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Haystack
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Mask of Memory
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
25%synergy
Hero's Blade
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Dragoon's Lance
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
White Mage's Staff
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Phoenix Down
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Samurai's Katana
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Warrior's Sword
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Paladin's Arms
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Buster Sword
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
24%synergy
The Fire Crystal
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
29%synergy
Lion Heart
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Genji Glove
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
25%synergy
Enchantments
Dragon Mantle
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Expedited Inheritance
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Journey to Nowhere
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Mass Hysteria
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Furious Rise
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
War Squeak
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Ferocification
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Powerbalance
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Grim Reaper's Sprint
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
28%synergy
Sidequest: Catch a Fish
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Redemption Arc
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Flaming Fist
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
28%synergy
SOLDIER Military Program
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Utility Lands
Slayers' Stronghold
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
44%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
48%synergy
Restless Bivouac
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
59%synergy
Mines of Moria
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
29%synergy
Kher Keep
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
27%synergy
Temple of the False God
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
24%synergy
Needle Spires
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
27%synergy
Rogue's Passage
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
1%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
-52%synergy
Glittering Stockpile
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Lands
Mountain
100%inclusion3 decks3 decks
2%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion3 decks3 decks
2%synergy
Temple of Triumph
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
28%synergy
Boros Guildgate
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
57%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
67%inclusion2 decks3 decks
3%synergy
Escape Tunnel
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Command Tower
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
-52%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
17%synergy
Sacred Foundry
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
-11%synergy
Ash Barrens
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
28%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
-10%synergy
Battlefield Forge
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
-22%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
14%synergy
Elegant Parlor
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
15%synergy
Evolving Wilds
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
13%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
16%synergy
Abraded Bluffs
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
27%synergy
Rabanastre, Royal City
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy