Ruhan of the Fomori (Commander) - Aggro

Alternate Names:

Sheldon, the CommanderSheldon, the Commander

Bennie Smith
Jun 2, 2026
The Tectonic Shift from EDH to Commander
It's really been 15 years since Commander 2011? Bennie was playing & writing about EDH then and shares his memories of that momentous release!
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Moxfield
Scryfall
Zealous Lorecaster
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Calamity Bearer
62%inclusion26 decks42 decks
61%synergy
Realm-Cloaked Giant
52%inclusion22 decks42 decks
52%synergy
Aegar, the Freezing Flame
50%inclusion21 decks42 decks
50%synergy
Assault Suit
43%inclusion18 decks42 decks
42%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
67%inclusion28 decks42 decks
42%synergy
Steel of the Godhead
43%inclusion18 decks42 decks
41%synergy
Rogue's Passage
60%inclusion25 decks42 decks
40%synergy
Cyclone Summoner
38%inclusion16 decks42 decks
38%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
38%inclusion16 decks42 decks
36%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
38%inclusion16 decks42 decks
36%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
64%inclusion27 decks42 decks
-3%synergy
Boros Charm
57%inclusion24 decks42 decks
36%synergy
Path to Exile
48%inclusion20 decks42 decks
-1%synergy
Chaos Warp
38%inclusion16 decks42 decks
16%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
38%inclusion16 decks42 decks
36%synergy
Glimpse the Cosmos
33%inclusion14 decks42 decks
33%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
33%inclusion14 decks42 decks
28%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
33%inclusion14 decks42 decks
32%synergy
Sun Titan
33%inclusion14 decks42 decks
27%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
33%inclusion14 decks42 decks
32%synergy
Game Changers
Rhystic Study
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Teferi's Protection
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Smothering Tithe
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
1%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
-1%synergy
Ancient Tomb
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Mystical Tutor
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
-1%synergy
Jeska's Will
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
-6%synergy
Mana Vault
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Creatures
Boldwyr Aggressor
33%inclusion5 decks15 decks
33%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
25%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
29%synergy
Bre of Clan Stoutarm
27%inclusion4 decks15 decks
26%synergy
Curious Colossus
27%inclusion4 decks15 decks
26%synergy
Thryx, the Sudden Storm
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
26%synergy
Raiyuu, Storm's Edge
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
26%synergy
Quakebringer
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
26%synergy
Tectonic Giant
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
21%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
17%synergy
Borderland Behemoth
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
21%synergy
Mother of Runes
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
18%synergy
Sunrise Sovereign
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
21%synergy
Lizard Blades
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
20%synergy
Dalakos, Crafter of Wonders
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
15%synergy
Stinkdrinker Daredevil
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
19%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
16%synergy
Pippin, Guard of the Citadel
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
15%synergy
Kalemne, Disciple of Iroas
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
15%synergy
Thundercloud Shaman
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
16%synergy
Inferno Titan
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Silent Arbiter
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Giant Harbinger
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
14%synergy
Frost Titan
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
14%synergy
Esper Sentinel
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
-5%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Bastion Protector
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Hamletback Goliath
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
14%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Grand Abolisher
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Surtland Flinger
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
14%synergy
Witch Enchanter
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Crystalline Giant
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Brass Squire
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Oathsworn Giant
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Bonecrusher Giant
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Phyrexian Metamorph
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
1%synergy
Iroas, God of Victory
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Warchief Giant
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Basalt Ravager
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Brion Stoutarm
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Taurean Mauler
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Archmage of Runes
7.7%inclusion3 decks39 decks
5%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
-9%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Instants
Legion Leadership
33%inclusion14 decks42 decks
27%synergy
Counterspell
29%inclusion12 decks42 decks
-7%synergy
Dovin's Veto
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Wear // Tear
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
17%synergy
Deflecting Palm
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
18%synergy
Stubborn Denial
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
20%synergy
Temur Battle Rage
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
17%synergy
Negate
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Crush Underfoot
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
19%synergy
Generous Gift
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
-1%synergy
Swan Song
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
-1%synergy
Deflecting Swat
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Sink into Stupor
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Akroma's Will
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Squash
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
14%synergy
Arcane Denial
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
-2%synergy
Bolt Bend
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Dawn's Truce
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
6%synergy
Brainstorm
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
-8%synergy
Inventory Management
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Valakut Awakening
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Loran's Escape
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Valorous Stance
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Tibalt's Trickery
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
7.7%inclusion3 decks39 decks
4%synergy
Bulk Up
7.7%inclusion3 decks39 decks
6%synergy
Psychotic Fury
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Rush of Inspiration
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
-14%synergy
Chance for Glory
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Unleash Fury
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Take the Bait
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Invert Polarity
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Mana Drain
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
-3%synergy
Slip Out the Back
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Spell Rupture
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Hindering Light
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Pyroblast
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Mirrorform
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
6%synergy
Sorceries
Single Combat
29%inclusion12 decks42 decks
27%synergy
Open the Armory
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
21%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
19%synergy
Divine Reckoning
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
20%synergy
Seize the Day
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
17%synergy
Blasphemous Act
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
-6%synergy
Fire Giant's Fury
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
16%synergy
Vandalblast
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Enter the Enigma
13%inclusion5 decks39 decks
8%synergy
Slash the Ranks
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Ponder
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
-7%synergy
Austere Command
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
-1%synergy
Fabricate
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Supreme Verdict
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
-6%synergy
Chart a Course
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Windfall
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
-2%synergy
Wheel of Misfortune
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
-1%synergy
Slip Through Space
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Faithless Looting
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
-6%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Gamble
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
1%synergy
Sundering Eruption
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Relentless Assault
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Rite of Replication
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Full Throttle
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Mithril Coat
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
20%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
15%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
20%synergy
Colossus Hammer
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
17%synergy
Lightning Greaves
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
-3%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
16%synergy
Shadowspear
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
15%synergy
Winged Boots
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
16%synergy
Sunforger
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
16%synergy
Sword of the Animist
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
14%synergy
Buster Sword
19%inclusion6 decks32 decks
16%synergy
Urza's Incubator
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
14%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
14%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
14%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Basilisk Collar
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Embercleave
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
11%synergy
The Key to the Vault
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Darksteel Plate
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Genji Glove
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
10%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Haunted Cloak
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Helm of the Host
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Leyline Axe
10%inclusion4 decks39 decks
7%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Champion's Helm
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Herald's Horn
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Mask of Memory
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Obsidian Battle-Axe
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Tenza, Godo's Maul
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Nazgûl Battle-Mace
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Thran Power Suit
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Robe of Stars
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
O-Naginata
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Robe of the Archmagi
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Infiltration Lens
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
The Deck of Many Things
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Fireshrieker
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Bident of Thassa
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
-2%synergy
Mjölnir, Storm Hammer
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Sword of Body and Mind
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Enchantments
Aqueous Form
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
27%synergy
Whirlwind of Thought
29%inclusion12 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
21%synergy
Forge Anew
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
20%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
22%synergy
Spirit Mantle
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
16%synergy
Mystic Remora
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Battle of Frost and Fire
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
14%synergy
All That Glitters
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Propaganda
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Reconnaissance
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Invasion of the Giants
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Ghostly Prison
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
0%synergy
Frostcliff Siege
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
-1%synergy
Kindred Discovery
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Curiosity
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Giant's Grasp
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Reflections of Littjara
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Favor of the Mighty
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Aggravated Assault
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Unquestioned Authority
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Blind Obedience
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Fighter Class
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Land Tax
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
4%synergy
True Conviction
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
5.1%inclusion2 decks39 decks
4%synergy
Utility Lands
Slayers' Stronghold
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
29%synergy
Axgard Armory
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Temple of the False God
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Hall of Storm Giants
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Maze of Ith
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Academy Ruins
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Reliquary Tower
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
-24%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Buried Ruin
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
-4%synergy
Arena of Glory
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Spinerock Knoll
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Command Beacon
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Inventors' Fair
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
0%synergy
The Gold Saucer
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
6%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
90%inclusion38 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Sol Ring
86%inclusion36 decks42 decks
-3%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
50%inclusion21 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Boros Signet
48%inclusion20 decks42 decks
19%synergy
Azorius Signet
48%inclusion20 decks42 decks
17%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
45%inclusion19 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Izzet Signet
43%inclusion18 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Talisman of Progress
38%inclusion16 decks42 decks
-7%synergy
Fellwar Stone
36%inclusion15 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Commander's Sphere
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
3%synergy
Mind Stone
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
0%synergy
Hedron Archive
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Thran Dynamo
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
98%inclusion41 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Island
98%inclusion41 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Mountain
95%inclusion40 decks42 decks
1%synergy
Plains
95%inclusion40 decks42 decks
0%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
57%inclusion24 decks42 decks
15%synergy
Exotic Orchard
55%inclusion23 decks42 decks
-7%synergy
Mystic Monastery
55%inclusion23 decks42 decks
-4%synergy
Sulfur Falls
52%inclusion22 decks42 decks
-1%synergy
Sacred Foundry
48%inclusion20 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
48%inclusion20 decks42 decks
-4%synergy
Glacial Fortress
45%inclusion19 decks42 decks
-10%synergy
Steam Vents
45%inclusion19 decks42 decks
4%synergy
Raugrin Triome
45%inclusion19 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Shivan Reef
43%inclusion18 decks42 decks
1%synergy
Prairie Stream
40%inclusion17 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Battlefield Forge
38%inclusion16 decks42 decks
-5%synergy
Evolving Wilds
33%inclusion14 decks42 decks
6%synergy
Legion Leadership
33%inclusion14 decks42 decks
27%synergy
Path of Ancestry
33%inclusion14 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
14%synergy
Spectator Seating
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
-7%synergy
Perilous Landscape
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
13%synergy
Training Center
31%inclusion13 decks42 decks
1%synergy
Scalding Tarn
29%inclusion12 decks42 decks
1%synergy
Flooded Strand
29%inclusion12 decks42 decks
-1%synergy
Sea of Clouds
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
-4%synergy
Temple of Epiphany
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
-1%synergy
Arid Mesa
26%inclusion11 decks42 decks
-1%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Temple of Triumph
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
-3%synergy
Ancient Amphitheater
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
21%synergy
Boros Garrison
21%inclusion9 decks42 decks
12%synergy
Eclipsed Realms
20%inclusion3 decks15 decks
20%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
-8%synergy
Azorius Chancery
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Sink into Stupor
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Myriad Landscape
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Swiftwater Cliffs
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
9%synergy
Tranquil Cove
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
7%synergy
Reflecting Pool
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Deserted Beach
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
-8%synergy
Tundra
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
0%synergy
Witch Enchanter
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Port Town
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
-6%synergy
Unclaimed Territory
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
10%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
-4%synergy
Cascade Bluffs
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
-13%synergy
Valakut Awakening
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
10%inclusion4 decks39 decks
1%synergy