Mica, Reader of Ruins (Commander) - Budget Upgraded

Benjamin Levin
Apr 28, 2026
How Fun Are the Secrets of Strixhaven Commanders?
Our resident fun expert is here to break down the commanders in Secrets of Strixhaven to see where they land on the fun scale.
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Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Crime Novelist
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
94%synergy
Storm-Kiln Artist
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
85%synergy
Seize the Spoils
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
74%synergy
Big Score
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
70%synergy
Pirate's Pillage
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
69%synergy
Cathartic Reunion
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
64%synergy
Mycosynth Wellspring
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
61%synergy
Prized Statue
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
61%synergy
Brass's Bounty
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
58%synergy
Reckless Fireweaver
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
56%synergy
Top Cards
Thrill of Possibility
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
41%synergy
Return the Favor
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
54%synergy
Mana Geyser
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
44%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
41%synergy
Unexpected Windfall
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
38%synergy
Seething Song
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
31%synergy
Demand Answers
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
39%synergy
Abrade
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Chaos Warp
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
-11%synergy
Infernal Plunge
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
47%synergy
Game Changers
Jeska's Will
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-23%synergy
Gamble
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-9%synergy
Creatures
Young Pyromancer
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
42%synergy
Guttersnipe
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
35%synergy
Loyal Apprentice
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
45%synergy
Weftstalker Ardent
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
41%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
38%synergy
Blazing Firesinger
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
32%synergy
Xorn
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
16%synergy
Treasure Nabber
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
13%synergy
Workshop Assistant
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
15%synergy
Goldspan Dragon
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Cathodion
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Molten-Core Maestro
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Emeritus of Conflict
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Plargg and Nassari
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Myr Retriever
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
PuPu UFO
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Dragon's Rage Channeler
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-11%synergy
Utvara Hellkite
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Junk Diver
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Squee, Goblin Nabob
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Rapacious Dragon
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Goblin Matron
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-4%synergy
Foundry Inspector
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Captain Lannery Storm
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Firebrand Archer
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Myr Sire
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Psychosis Crawler
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Caldera Pyremaw
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Brash Taunter
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-1%synergy
Electrostatic Field
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Iron Myr
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-1%synergy
Erebor Flamesmith
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Ingenious Artillerist
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Coruscation Mage
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Burnished Hart
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Dualcaster Mage
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Stridehangar Automaton
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Ganax, Astral Hunter
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Harried Dronesmith
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Ashling, Flame Dancer
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Stormscale Scion
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Toggo, Goblin Weaponsmith
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Sunset Strikemaster
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Ivora, Insatiable Heir
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Hellkite Tyrant
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
1%synergy
Hangarback Walker
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Magda, the Hoardmaster
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Farid, Enterprising Salvager
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Instants
Lightning Bolt
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
1%synergy
Electrodominance
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
32%synergy
Sazacap's Brew
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
34%synergy
Ancestors' Aid
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
33%synergy
Flashback
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
29%synergy
Battle Hymn
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Twinferno
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Flick a Coin
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Repeated Reverberation
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Increasing Vengeance
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Electric Revelation
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Pyroblast
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Sudden Breakthrough
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Reckless Ransacking
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Price of Progress
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
17%synergy
Lightning Strike
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Commune with Lava
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Bulk Up
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
18%synergy
Stoke the Flames
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Starstorm
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Mishra's Onslaught
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Desperate Ritual
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
0%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-16%synergy
Unleash Fury
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Siege Smash
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Invoke Calamity
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Monstrous Rage
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Soul's Fire
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Tibalt's Trickery
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-9%synergy
Wild Magic Surge
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-1%synergy
Wild Ricochet
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Street Spasm
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Searing Blood
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Comet Storm
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Reverberate
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
1%synergy
Ravaging Blaze
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Blazing Crescendo
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Seismic Wave
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Bolt Bend
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-6%synergy
Dreadmaw's Ire
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Galvanic Blast
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Incinerate
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Lunar Frenzy
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Bottle-Cap Blast
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Pyretic Ritual
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-2%synergy
Rush of Blood
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Frantic Firebolt
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Flare of Duplication
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
2%synergy
Sorceries
Faithless Looting
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Blasphemous Act
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
-3%synergy
Tormenting Voice
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
40%synergy
Crackle with Power
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
33%synergy
Inspired Tinkering
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
34%synergy
Empty the Warrens
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
28%synergy
Bonus Round
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
35%synergy
Hit the Mother Lode
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
34%synergy
Grab the Prize
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
30%synergy
Mizzix's Mastery
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Vandalblast
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-16%synergy
Reckless Impulse
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
17%synergy
Season of the Bold
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Magmatic Insight
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Glimpse the Impossible
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Wrenn's Resolve
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
17%synergy
Fireball
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Strike It Rich
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
18%synergy
Hell to Pay
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Grapeshot
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
16%synergy
Jaya's Immolating Inferno
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Devastating Onslaught
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Trash for Treasure
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Reckless Handling
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Steal the Show
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Chain Reaction
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
0%synergy
Megaton's Fate
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Circuits Act
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Volcanic Awakening
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Vengeful Possession
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Fanning the Flames
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Inner Fire
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Red Sun's Twilight
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Past in Flames
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Traitorous Greed
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Insult // Injury
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Rousing Refrain
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Spiteful Repossession
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Anger of the Gods
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Dance with Calamity
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Shreds of Sanity
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Molten Psyche
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Waltz of Rage
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Fiery Encore
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Rolling Thunder
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Wild Guess
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Honor the God-Pharaoh
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Ignite Memories
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Apex of Power
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Scorching Shot
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Ruby Medallion
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
-7%synergy
Ichor Wellspring
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
47%synergy
Servo Schematic
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Inspiring Statuary
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
36%synergy
Nimblewright Schematic
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Lightning Greaves
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Nutrient Block
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Mouser Foundry
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Cursed Recording
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Melded Moxite
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Collector's Vault
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Spare Supplies
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Treasure Map
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Genesis Chamber
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Tormod's Crypt
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Sword of the Meek
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Tamiyo's Journal
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Cloud Key
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-2%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Skullclamp
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-5%synergy
Nuka-Cola Vending Machine
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Library of Leng
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Dragonspark Reactor
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Krark-Clan Ironworks
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Welding Jar
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Primal Amulet
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Implement of Combustion
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Gold Pan
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Diary of Dreams
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Brass's Tunnel-Grinder
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Retributive Wand
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-28%synergy
Hot Dog Cart
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Enchantments
Double Vision
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Fated Firepower
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Curse of Opulence
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
15%synergy
Weapons Manufacturing
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Fiery Inscription
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Festival of Embers
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Fiery Emancipation
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-3%synergy
Furnace of Rath
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Gratuitous Violence
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Dual Casting
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Impact Tremors
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-12%synergy
Mana Flare
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Alchemist's Talent
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Rain of Riches
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Spiteful Banditry
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Repercussion
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Cool but Rude
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Utility Lands
Darksteel Citadel
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
31%synergy
Great Furnace
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Forgotten Cave
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Buried Ruin
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Arid Archway
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Mines of Moria
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
13%synergy
War Room
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-5%synergy
Reliquary Tower
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
13%synergy
Urza's Tower
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Arcane Lighthouse
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Urza's Mine
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Mishra's Factory
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Treasure Vault
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Emergence Zone
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Hidden Volcano
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Phyrexia's Core
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Sandstone Needle
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Temple of the False God
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Guildless Commons
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Secluded Starforge
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Urza's Power Plant
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
16%synergy
Arcane Signet
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
14%synergy
Tablet of Discovery
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
55%synergy
Liquimetal Torque
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Mind Stone
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Wizard's Rockets
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Fire Diamond
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
1%synergy
Cursed Mirror
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-10%synergy
Coveted Jewel
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Slagstone Refinery
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Thought Vessel
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
0%synergy
Terrarion
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Dragon's Hoard
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Pyromancer's Goggles
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Fellwar Stone
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-4%synergy
Thran Dynamo
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Springleaf Drum
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Chromatic Star
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Lands
Mountain
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
38%synergy
Myriad Landscape
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
1%synergy
Power Depot
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Conduit Pylons
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Mirrex
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Scene of the Crime
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Hall of Tagsin
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy