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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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Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Redirect Lightning
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
12%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Twin Blades
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Sozin's Comet
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
6%synergy
Avatar Roku, Firebender
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
6%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Stoneforge Mystic
81%inclusion44 decks54 decks
70%synergy
Genji Glove
77%inclusion41 decks53 decks
69%synergy
Aggravated Assault
72%inclusion39 decks54 decks
66%synergy
Lizard Blades
74%inclusion40 decks54 decks
66%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
70%inclusion38 decks54 decks
64%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
81%inclusion44 decks54 decks
63%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
70%inclusion38 decks54 decks
62%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
74%inclusion40 decks54 decks
61%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
74%inclusion40 decks54 decks
60%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
72%inclusion39 decks54 decks
60%synergy
Top Cards
Boros Charm
81%inclusion44 decks54 decks
32%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
78%inclusion42 decks54 decks
34%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
74%inclusion40 decks54 decks
8%synergy
Esper Sentinel
69%inclusion37 decks54 decks
43%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
65%inclusion35 decks54 decks
45%synergy
Helm of the Host
65%inclusion35 decks54 decks
57%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
65%inclusion35 decks54 decks
55%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
65%inclusion35 decks54 decks
58%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
63%inclusion34 decks54 decks
53%synergy
Buster Sword
63%inclusion34 decks54 decks
54%synergy
Game Changers
Jeska's Will
59%inclusion32 decks54 decks
43%synergy
Teferi's Protection
56%inclusion30 decks54 decks
39%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
56%inclusion30 decks54 decks
40%synergy
Smothering Tithe
48%inclusion26 decks54 decks
28%synergy
Ancient Tomb
37%inclusion20 decks54 decks
30%synergy
The One Ring
35%inclusion19 decks54 decks
29%synergy
Chrome Mox
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
13%synergy
Gamble
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Mana Vault
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Creatures
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
59%inclusion32 decks54 decks
53%synergy
Combat Celebrant
59%inclusion32 decks54 decks
49%synergy
Mother of Runes
54%inclusion29 decks54 decks
41%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
50%inclusion27 decks54 decks
36%synergy
Blade Historian
43%inclusion23 decks54 decks
31%synergy
Bastion Protector
43%inclusion23 decks54 decks
35%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
41%inclusion22 decks54 decks
34%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
41%inclusion22 decks54 decks
28%synergy
Grand Abolisher
37%inclusion20 decks54 decks
26%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
31%inclusion17 decks54 decks
26%synergy
Iroas, God of Victory
30%inclusion16 decks54 decks
20%synergy
Giver of Runes
30%inclusion16 decks54 decks
23%synergy
Gisela, Blade of Goldnight
30%inclusion16 decks54 decks
16%synergy
Kassandra, Eagle Bearer
28%inclusion15 decks54 decks
25%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
28%inclusion15 decks54 decks
17%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
26%inclusion14 decks54 decks
18%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
26%inclusion14 decks54 decks
14%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
26%inclusion14 decks54 decks
19%synergy
Voice of Victory
26%inclusion14 decks54 decks
18%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
26%inclusion14 decks54 decks
22%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
24%inclusion13 decks54 decks
13%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
15%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
15%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
13%synergy
Moraug, Fury of Akoum
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
14%synergy
Port Razer
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
13%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
11%synergy
Zack Fair
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
11%synergy
Raubahn, Bull of Ala Mhigo
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
10%synergy
Twinflame Tyrant
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
9%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Odric, Lunarch Marshal
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Freya Crescent
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Witch Enchanter
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
-3%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
-4%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
0%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Merry, Esquire of Rohan
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Akki Battle Squad
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Boromir, Warden of the Tower
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Sephiroth, Fallen Hero
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Beatrix, Loyal General
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Raphael, Tag Team Tough
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
6%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
0%synergy
Thalia, Heretic Cathar
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Serra Ascendant
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Aurelia, the Law Above
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
-5%synergy
Simian Spirit Guide
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Instants
Path to Exile
61%inclusion33 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Akroma's Will
54%inclusion29 decks54 decks
42%synergy
Lightning Bolt
52%inclusion28 decks54 decks
41%synergy
Deflecting Swat
52%inclusion28 decks54 decks
36%synergy
Deflecting Palm
46%inclusion25 decks54 decks
28%synergy
Restoration Magic
34%inclusion18 decks53 decks
25%synergy
Great Train Heist
33%inclusion18 decks54 decks
28%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
31%inclusion17 decks54 decks
13%synergy
Chaos Warp
26%inclusion14 decks54 decks
-5%synergy
Legion Leadership
26%inclusion14 decks54 decks
8%synergy
Generous Gift
26%inclusion14 decks54 decks
-9%synergy
Lightning Helix
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
14%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Silence
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
12%synergy
Savage Beating
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
13%synergy
Wear // Tear
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
-7%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Clever Concealment
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Inventory Management
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Battlefield Improvisation
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
9%synergy
Pyroblast
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Reprieve
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Dawn's Truce
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
-2%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Valakut Awakening
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
-4%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Unbreakable Formation
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
-2%synergy
Delayed Blast Fireball
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Psychotic Fury
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Take the Bait
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
-1%synergy
Final Showdown
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Magnetic Theft
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
-3%synergy
Olórin's Searing Light
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Lightning Strike
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Abrade
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
-8%synergy
Judgment of Alexander
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Seize the Day
54%inclusion29 decks54 decks
48%synergy
Full Throttle
48%inclusion26 decks54 decks
42%synergy
Open the Armory
46%inclusion25 decks54 decks
32%synergy
Blasphemous Act
31%inclusion17 decks54 decks
-1%synergy
Relentless Assault
30%inclusion16 decks54 decks
24%synergy
Overpowering Attack
26%inclusion14 decks54 decks
22%synergy
Farewell
24%inclusion13 decks54 decks
13%synergy
Vandalblast
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Taunt from the Rampart
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
10%synergy
Faithless Looting
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
-1%synergy
Single Combat
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
11%synergy
Austere Command
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
-3%synergy
Disrupt Decorum
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
8%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
-1%synergy
Boltwave
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
9%synergy
Sundering Eruption
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
4%synergy
World at War
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Waves of Aggression
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Rite of Flame
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Molten Duplication
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Fury of the Horde
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Fated Clash
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
5%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Sword of the Animist
61%inclusion33 decks54 decks
43%synergy
Lightning Greaves
57%inclusion31 decks54 decks
29%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
52%inclusion28 decks54 decks
42%synergy
Colossus Hammer
48%inclusion26 decks54 decks
36%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
43%inclusion23 decks54 decks
37%synergy
Mithril Coat
43%inclusion23 decks54 decks
31%synergy
The Spear of Leonidas
37%inclusion20 decks54 decks
32%synergy
Embercleave
35%inclusion19 decks54 decks
28%synergy
Commander's Plate
33%inclusion18 decks54 decks
27%synergy
Leyline Axe
30%inclusion16 decks54 decks
25%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
26%inclusion14 decks54 decks
20%synergy
Basilisk Collar
26%inclusion14 decks54 decks
12%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
26%inclusion14 decks54 decks
22%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
24%inclusion13 decks54 decks
17%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
9%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
14%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
16%synergy
Sunforger
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Mask of Memory
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
8%synergy
Shadowspear
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
12%synergy
Champion's Helm
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
11%synergy
The Fire Crystal
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
10%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
12%synergy
Robe of Stars
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
10%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
9%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Blade of Selves
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
9%synergy
Bladehold War-Whip
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Fireshrieker
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Darksteel Plate
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
8%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Ultima Weapon
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Nettlecyst
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
-2%synergy
Celestial Armor
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Skullclamp
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
-10%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
-2%synergy
Inquisitor's Flail
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Glimmer Lens
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
0%synergy
Dolmen Gate
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Conformer Shuriken
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
57%inclusion31 decks54 decks
47%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
54%inclusion29 decks54 decks
47%synergy
Fighter Class
44%inclusion24 decks54 decks
33%synergy
Land Tax
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
11%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
8%synergy
Flaming Fist
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
9%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Ghostly Prison
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
0%synergy
Reconnaissance
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Rising of the Day
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
0%synergy
Fiery Emancipation
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
0%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
78%inclusion42 decks54 decks
46%synergy
Arena of Glory
50%inclusion27 decks54 decks
40%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
48%inclusion26 decks54 decks
30%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
43%inclusion23 decks54 decks
20%synergy
Urza's Saga
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
13%synergy
Minas Tirith
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Command Beacon
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
15%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Buried Ruin
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Axgard Armory
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
9%synergy
War Room
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Reliquary Tower
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
-10%synergy
Ghost Quarter
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Monumental Henge
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Access Tunnel
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
0%synergy
Spinerock Knoll
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Castle Embereth
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
-2%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
-4%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
98%inclusion53 decks54 decks
13%synergy
Arcane Signet
94%inclusion51 decks54 decks
15%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
56%inclusion30 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Boros Signet
43%inclusion23 decks54 decks
-10%synergy
Fellwar Stone
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
-2%synergy
Mox Opal
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
16%synergy
Lotus Petal
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
14%synergy
Mox Amber
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
14%synergy
Mind Stone
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
-15%synergy
The Aetherspark
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Mox Diamond
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Lands
Mountain
98%inclusion53 decks54 decks
0%synergy
Plains
98%inclusion53 decks54 decks
0%synergy
Command Tower
94%inclusion51 decks54 decks
9%synergy
Sacred Foundry
80%inclusion43 decks54 decks
35%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
78%inclusion42 decks54 decks
14%synergy
Battlefield Forge
76%inclusion41 decks54 decks
20%synergy
Arid Mesa
63%inclusion34 decks54 decks
35%synergy
Spectator Seating
63%inclusion34 decks54 decks
23%synergy
Sundown Pass
56%inclusion30 decks54 decks
20%synergy
Rugged Prairie
56%inclusion30 decks54 decks
15%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
46%inclusion25 decks54 decks
24%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
44%inclusion24 decks54 decks
18%synergy
Elegant Parlor
43%inclusion23 decks54 decks
24%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
39%inclusion21 decks54 decks
-5%synergy
Exotic Orchard
35%inclusion19 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
35%inclusion19 decks54 decks
19%synergy
Temple of Triumph
31%inclusion17 decks54 decks
-7%synergy
Boros Garrison
31%inclusion17 decks54 decks
-8%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
30%inclusion16 decks54 decks
14%synergy
Plateau
30%inclusion16 decks54 decks
18%synergy
Legion Leadership
26%inclusion14 decks54 decks
8%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
24%inclusion13 decks54 decks
18%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
20%inclusion11 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Myriad Landscape
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
-3%synergy
Marsh Flats
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
12%synergy
Radiant Summit
18%inclusion6 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Prismatic Vista
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
11%synergy
Evolving Wilds
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
-3%synergy
Cavern of Souls
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
10%synergy
City of Brass
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
11%synergy
Flooded Strand
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
9%synergy
Fabled Passage
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
9%synergy
Windswept Heath
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Spire of Industry
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
5%synergy
Path of Ancestry
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
-5%synergy
Scalding Tarn
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Mana Confluence
11%inclusion6 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Witch Enchanter
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
-3%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
6%synergy
Sundering Eruption
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Valakut Awakening
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Starting Town
9.3%inclusion5 decks54 decks
8%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Wooded Foothills
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Alpine Meadow
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Sacred Peaks
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
-5%synergy
Rabanastre, Royal City
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
-9%synergy
Reflecting Pool
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
2%synergy