Mendicant Core, Guidelight (Commander) - Budget Upgraded Artifacts

Mendicant Core, Guidelight
Rank #117
31decks
Background image for Examining Aetherdrift, One Year Later
Josh Nelson
Feb 10, 2026
Examining Aetherdrift, One Year Later
Oh, Aetherdrift. How do we begin to talk about you, even a full year after you've come out? As it turns out, not terribly well.
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70%synergy
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60%synergy
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56%synergy
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54%synergy
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54%synergy
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36%synergy
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53%synergy
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48%synergy
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42%synergy
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51%synergy
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47%synergy
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46%synergy
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45%synergy
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42%synergy
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38%synergy
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45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
34%synergy
Diversion Unit
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43%synergy
Nesting Bot
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43%synergy
Bronze Guardian
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
40%synergy
Guidelight Synergist
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
43%synergy
Steel Overseer
42%inclusion13 decks31 decks
38%synergy
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31%synergy
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42%inclusion13 decks31 decks
37%synergy
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39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
37%synergy
K-9, Mark I
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37%synergy
Silver Raven
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
34%synergy
Research Thief
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
31%synergy
Jhoira's Familiar
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
32%synergy
Shimmer Myr
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
30%synergy
Guidelight Optimizer
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
31%synergy
Angel of the Ruins
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
29%synergy
Chief of the Foundry
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
31%synergy
Gold-Forged Thopteryx
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
22%synergy
Swooping Lookout
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
28%synergy
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27%synergy
Stridehangar Automaton
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26%synergy
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22%synergy
Interface Ace
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23%synergy
Riptide Gearhulk
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17%synergy
Cyberdrive Awakener
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14%synergy
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20%synergy
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21%synergy
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21%synergy
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19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
19%synergy
Oltec Matterweaver
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17%synergy
Ethersworn Sphinx
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18%synergy
Hulking Metamorph
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19%synergy
Digsite Engineer
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17%synergy
Scrap Trawler
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
14%synergy
Phyrexian Metamorph
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Whirler Rogue
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Burnished Hart
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
13%synergy
Filigree Attendant
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Cephalopod Sentry
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
15%synergy
Emissary Escort
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
14%synergy
Trophy Mage
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Network Disruptor
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Hope of Ghirapur
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Darksteel Juggernaut
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Ancient Stone Idol
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Silver Myr
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Transit Mage
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Gold Myr
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Myr Battlesphere
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
10%synergy
Meteor Golem
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Instants
Swords to Plowshares
42%inclusion13 decks31 decks
-27%synergy
Path to Exile
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
-18%synergy
Negate
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
-2%synergy
Counterspell
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
-28%synergy
Spectral Interference
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
19%synergy
Spell Pierce
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Bounce Off
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
18%synergy
Desynchronization
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
15%synergy
Aetherize
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Thirst for Knowledge
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
14%synergy
Reality Heist
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Disenchant
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Scour for Scrap
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
7%synergy
Access Denied
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Disruption Protocol
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Ride's End
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
-6%synergy
Metallic Rebuke
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Generous Gift
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
-22%synergy
Whir of Invention
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
1%synergy
Dovin's Veto
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-31%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-19%synergy
Refute
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Run Away Together
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Dawn's Truce
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-1%synergy
Mystic Reflection
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Reality Shift
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-2%synergy
Hindering Light
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Masterful Replication
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Dramatic Reversal
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-1%synergy
Miscast
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Lightshield Parry
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Cerebral Download
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Divert Disaster
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
4%synergy
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Thoughtcast
48%inclusion15 decks31 decks
39%synergy
One with the Machine
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
21%synergy
Tune Up
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
21%synergy
Austere Command
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Stock Up
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Fabricate
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Spectacular Pileup
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
March of Progress
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Reverse Engineer
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Dance of the Manse
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Supreme Verdict
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
-18%synergy
Brilliant Restoration
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Stall Out
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Forging the Anchor
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Rise and Shine
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Anchor to Reality
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Phyrexian Rebirth
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Universal Surveillance
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Recommission
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Refurbish
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Mystic Forge
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
39%synergy
Salvation Engine
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
32%synergy
Guidelight Pathmaker
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
35%synergy
Cloud Key
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
31%synergy
Sculpting Steel
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
30%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
10%synergy
Hulldrifter
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
31%synergy
Thopter Fabricator
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
21%synergy
Perilous Snare
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
24%synergy
Thousand Moons Smithy
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
14%synergy
Bident of Thassa
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
17%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Detention Chariot
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Encroaching Mycosynth
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
14%synergy
Brotherhood Vertibird
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
14%synergy
Prodigy's Prototype
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
10%synergy
Cliffhaven Kitesail
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Worldwalker Helm
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
14%synergy
Guidelight Matrix
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
15%synergy
Nettlecyst
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
10%synergy
Spotcycle Scouter
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
13%synergy
Air Response Unit
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
13%synergy
Soul-Guide Lantern
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Broadcast Rambler
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Manifold Key
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Skysovereign, Consul Flagship
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Thopter Shop
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Semblance Anvil
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Midnight Mangler
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Shorikai, Genesis Engine
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Cryogen Relic
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
6%synergy
Lumen-Class Frigate
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
10%synergy
Insight Engine
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
9%synergy
Rover Blades
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Radiant Lotus
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
-1%synergy
Moonsilver Key
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Alacrian Armory
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Smuggler's Copter
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Aether Spellbomb
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Assimilation Aegis
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Panharmonicon
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
0%synergy
Voyager Glidecar
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Thundersteel Colossus
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
The Enigma Jewel
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Wedding Invitation
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
The Seriema
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Glider Staff
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Zephyr Boots
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Enchantments
Efficient Construction
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
32%synergy
Mechanized Production
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
14%synergy
Roadside Assistance
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Tempered Steel
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Lightwheel Enhancements
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Aqueous Form
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Unstoppable Plan
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Born to Drive
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Extravagant Replication
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
All That Glitters
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Flood the Engine
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Propaganda
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-19%synergy
Hardlight Containment
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Moonlit Meditation
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
3%synergy
Planeswalkers
Tezzeret, Betrayer of Flesh
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Tezzeret, Artifice Master
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Dovin, Grand Arbiter
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Utility Lands
Darksteel Citadel
61%inclusion19 decks31 decks
51%synergy
Ancient Den
55%inclusion17 decks31 decks
40%synergy
Archway of Innovation
48%inclusion15 decks31 decks
41%synergy
Avishkar Raceway
42%inclusion13 decks31 decks
39%synergy
Reef Roads
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
30%synergy
Rogue's Passage
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
18%synergy
Country Roads
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
27%synergy
Reliquary Tower
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
-23%synergy
Buried Ruin
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
15%synergy
Mech Hangar
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
10%synergy
Academy Ruins
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
1%synergy
Monumental Henge
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
10%synergy
Treasure Vault
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Lonely Sandbar
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Inventors' Fair
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
1%synergy
Uthros, Titanic Godcore
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
4%synergy
Sunscorched Desert
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Secluded Steppe
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Secluded Starforge
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
4%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
77%inclusion24 decks31 decks
-9%synergy
Arcane Signet
71%inclusion22 decks31 decks
-13%synergy
Talisman of Progress
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
-21%synergy
Sonic Screwdriver
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
23%synergy
Commander's Sphere
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Starting Column
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
22%synergy
Azorius Signet
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
-35%synergy
Gilded Lotus
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
14%synergy
Midnight Clock
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Mind Stone
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
-7%synergy
Thought Vessel
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
-26%synergy
The Eternity Elevator
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
13%synergy
Fabrication Foundry
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Crystal Skull, Isu Spyglass
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Hedron Archive
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Fellwar Stone
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
-19%synergy
Thran Dynamo
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Worn Powerstone
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
7%synergy
The Mightstone and Weakstone
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
5%synergy
White Auracite
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Machine God's Effigy
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Powerstone Shard
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Slagstone Refinery
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Cultivator's Caravan
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Skyclave Relic
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Island
100%inclusion31 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion31 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Command Tower
90%inclusion28 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Razortide Bridge
61%inclusion19 decks31 decks
47%synergy
Prairie Stream
58%inclusion18 decks31 decks
-8%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
58%inclusion18 decks31 decks
23%synergy
Glacial Fortress
55%inclusion17 decks31 decks
-7%synergy
Tranquil Cove
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
26%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
42%inclusion13 decks31 decks
-1%synergy
Azorius Chancery
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Exotic Orchard
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Port Town
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
-8%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
-6%synergy
Spire of Industry
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
21%synergy
Lonely Arroyo
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
22%synergy
Irrigated Farmland
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
1%synergy
Power Depot
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
20%synergy
Evolving Wilds
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Myriad Landscape
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
-1%synergy
Night Market
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Deserted Beach
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
-23%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
10%synergy
Abandoned Campground
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Seachrome Coast
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
-2%synergy
Azorius Guildgate
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Idyllic Beachfront
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Meandering River
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Thriving Isle
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Mystic Gate
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
-13%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
-17%synergy
Ash Barrens
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Glacial Floodplain
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-2%synergy