Sheldon, the Commander (Commander) - Optimized

Original Name:

Ruhan of the FomoriRuhan of the Fomori

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!
Deck Filters
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Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
Calamity Bearer
51%inclusion25 decks49 decks
51%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
41%inclusion20 decks49 decks
37%synergy
Aegar, the Freezing Flame
37%inclusion18 decks49 decks
36%synergy
Realm-Cloaked Giant
37%inclusion18 decks49 decks
36%synergy
Quakebringer
35%inclusion17 decks49 decks
34%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
59%inclusion29 decks49 decks
34%synergy
Sunforger
37%inclusion18 decks49 decks
33%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
37%inclusion18 decks49 decks
32%synergy
Rogue's Passage
51%inclusion25 decks49 decks
32%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
33%inclusion16 decks49 decks
31%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
61%inclusion30 decks49 decks
-6%synergy
Path to Exile
59%inclusion29 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Lightning Greaves
49%inclusion24 decks49 decks
25%synergy
Counterspell
43%inclusion21 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Chaos Warp
39%inclusion19 decks49 decks
17%synergy
Boros Charm
39%inclusion19 decks49 decks
18%synergy
Sun Titan
37%inclusion18 decks49 decks
31%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
37%inclusion18 decks49 decks
31%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
35%inclusion17 decks49 decks
29%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
35%inclusion17 decks49 decks
30%synergy
Game Changers
Teferi's Protection
49%inclusion24 decks49 decks
36%synergy
Rhystic Study
49%inclusion24 decks49 decks
31%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
45%inclusion22 decks49 decks
30%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
45%inclusion22 decks49 decks
29%synergy
Smothering Tithe
37%inclusion18 decks49 decks
19%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
33%inclusion16 decks49 decks
18%synergy
Jeska's Will
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Farewell
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Mystical Tutor
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
2%synergy
Ancient Tomb
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Creatures
Stonehewer Giant
33%inclusion16 decks49 decks
31%synergy
Curious Colossus
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
30%synergy
Boldwyr Aggressor
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
30%synergy
Cyclone Summoner
31%inclusion15 decks49 decks
30%synergy
Sunrise Sovereign
31%inclusion15 decks49 decks
30%synergy
Esper Sentinel
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
23%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Raiyuu, Storm's Edge
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
26%synergy
Thryx, the Sudden Storm
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
24%synergy
Frost Titan
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
24%synergy
Bearer of the Heavens
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
24%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
22%synergy
Bre of Clan Stoutarm
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
22%synergy
Inferno Titan
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
21%synergy
Mother of Runes
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
19%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
21%synergy
Lizard Blades
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
21%synergy
Giant Harbinger
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
20%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
17%synergy
Thundercloud Shaman
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
20%synergy
Stinkdrinker Daredevil
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
18%synergy
Borderland Behemoth
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
18%synergy
Brion Stoutarm
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
18%synergy
Tectonic Giant
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
16%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Bonecrusher Giant
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
16%synergy
Goliath Daydreamer
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Dalakos, Crafter of Wonders
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Hundred-Handed One
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Hamletback Goliath
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Kalemne, Disciple of Iroas
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Surtland Flinger
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Trophy Mage
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Galvanic Giant
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Brass Squire
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Gisela, Blade of Goldnight
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Oathsworn Giant
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Grasping Giant
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Gornog, the Red Reaper
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
10%synergy
Phyrexian Metamorph
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Crystalline Giant
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Giver of Runes
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Surtland Elementalist
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Two-Headed Hunter
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Instants
Deflecting Swat
33%inclusion16 decks49 decks
19%synergy
Generous Gift
33%inclusion16 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Deflecting Palm
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
23%synergy
Dovin's Veto
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Brainstorm
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Crush Underfoot
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
22%synergy
Stubborn Denial
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
18%synergy
Arcane Denial
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Mana Drain
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Legion Leadership
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
14%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
-2%synergy
Temur Battle Rage
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
15%synergy
Negate
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Wear // Tear
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
2%synergy
Return to Dust
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Dawn's Truce
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Squash
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Akroma's Will
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
-2%synergy
Force of Will
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Reins of Power
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Restoration Magic
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
7%synergy
Bulk Up
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
7%synergy
Mirror Strike
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Disenchant
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Sink into Stupor
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
-1%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-0%synergy
Pongify
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-2%synergy
Boros Fury-Shield
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Reflect Damage
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Slip Out the Back
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Clever Concealment
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Wild Ricochet
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Counterflux
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Reality Shift
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Desertion
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Inventory Management
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Bolt Bend
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Reverse Damage
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Valakut Awakening
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
3%synergy
New Way Forward
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Sorceries
Steelshaper's Gift
35%inclusion17 decks49 decks
30%synergy
Open the Armory
33%inclusion16 decks49 decks
27%synergy
Blasphemous Act
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Glimpse the Cosmos
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
24%synergy
Supreme Verdict
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Vandalblast
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Feudkiller's Verdict
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
16%synergy
Single Combat
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Fabricate
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Giant's Ire
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Ponder
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
-4%synergy
Divine Reckoning
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Fire Giant's Fury
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Wrath of God
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Overpowering Attack
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Sozin's Comet
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
6%synergy
Austere Command
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-5%synergy
Chain Reaction
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Seize the Day
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Insurrection
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Taunt from the Rampart
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Preordain
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-7%synergy
Slash the Ranks
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Shadowspear
35%inclusion17 decks49 decks
30%synergy
Mithril Coat
33%inclusion16 decks49 decks
27%synergy
Sword of the Animist
31%inclusion15 decks49 decks
25%synergy
Assault Suit
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
26%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
22%synergy
Colossus Hammer
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
18%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
20%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Darksteel Plate
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
19%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
19%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Basilisk Collar
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Leyline Axe
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
13%synergy
Thran Power Suit
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
15%synergy
The Key to the Vault
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Embercleave
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Gathering Stone
15%inclusion2 decks13 decks
15%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Haunted Cloak
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Herald's Horn
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Helm of the Host
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Champion's Helm
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Buster Sword
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
6%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
5%synergy
The One Ring
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Winged Boots
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Urza's Incubator
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Commander's Plate
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Tenza, Godo's Maul
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Mjölnir, Storm Hammer
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Sword of Body and Mind
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Chronicle of Victory
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Sword of Once and Future
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
-4%synergy
Robe of Stars
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Weathered Runestone
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Blade of Selves
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Enchantments
Ghostly Prison
31%inclusion15 decks49 decks
19%synergy
Propaganda
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
15%synergy
Steel of the Godhead
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
25%synergy
Whirlwind of Thought
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Aqueous Form
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
19%synergy
Forge Anew
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
18%synergy
Battle of Frost and Fire
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
16%synergy
Giant's Grasp
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
16%synergy
Invasion of the Giants
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
16%synergy
Reconnaissance
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Fighter Class
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Land Tax
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Mystic Remora
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
-2%synergy
Favor of the Mighty
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Aggravated Assault
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
6%synergy
All That Glitters
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Spirit Mantle
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Lightmine Field
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Gift of Immortality
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Unquestioned Authority
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Rising of the Day
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
2%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Aether Flash
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Smoke
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Reflections of Littjara
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Maximum Carnage
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Planeswalkers
The Wanderer
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Utility Lands
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
25%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
20%synergy
Reliquary Tower
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
-13%synergy
Hall of Storm Giants
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
12%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
-1%synergy
Academy Ruins
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Axgard Armory
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Temple of the False God
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Homeward Path
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Maze of Ith
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Arena of Glory
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Inventors' Fair
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Witch's Clinic
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Spinerock Knoll
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
2%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
94%inclusion46 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Arcane Signet
82%inclusion40 decks49 decks
-6%synergy
Azorius Signet
53%inclusion26 decks49 decks
22%synergy
Boros Signet
47%inclusion23 decks49 decks
19%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
43%inclusion21 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Talisman of Progress
41%inclusion20 decks49 decks
-4%synergy
Izzet Signet
41%inclusion20 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
39%inclusion19 decks49 decks
-4%synergy
Fellwar Stone
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
-3%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Thought Vessel
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
-3%synergy
Mind Stone
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Commander's Sphere
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
-2%synergy
Lotus Petal
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Raugrin Crystal
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Mana Vault
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Thran Dynamo
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Jeskai Banner
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Darksteel Ingot
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Mox Diamond
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
96%inclusion47 decks49 decks
3%synergy
Island
96%inclusion47 decks49 decks
0%synergy
Plains
96%inclusion47 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Mountain
96%inclusion47 decks49 decks
2%synergy
Raugrin Triome
53%inclusion26 decks49 decks
17%synergy
Sacred Foundry
51%inclusion25 decks49 decks
10%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
49%inclusion24 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Steam Vents
47%inclusion23 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Flooded Strand
47%inclusion23 decks49 decks
17%synergy
Exotic Orchard
43%inclusion21 decks49 decks
-19%synergy
Training Center
43%inclusion21 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Glacial Fortress
41%inclusion20 decks49 decks
-14%synergy
Sea of Clouds
41%inclusion20 decks49 decks
11%synergy
Scalding Tarn
41%inclusion20 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
41%inclusion20 decks49 decks
-11%synergy
Mystic Monastery
39%inclusion19 decks49 decks
-20%synergy
Sulfur Falls
37%inclusion18 decks49 decks
-17%synergy
Spectator Seating
37%inclusion18 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Prairie Stream
35%inclusion17 decks49 decks
-4%synergy
Arid Mesa
35%inclusion17 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Eclipsed Realms
31%inclusion4 decks13 decks
31%synergy
Shivan Reef
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
-13%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Evolving Wilds
29%inclusion14 decks49 decks
2%synergy
Sundown Pass
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Deserted Beach
27%inclusion13 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Battlefield Forge
24%inclusion12 decks49 decks
-19%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Temple of Triumph
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
-2%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
22%inclusion11 decks49 decks
-15%synergy
Azorius Chancery
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Path of Ancestry
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
-8%synergy
Legion Leadership
20%inclusion10 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
7%synergy
Boros Garrison
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
9%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
18%inclusion9 decks49 decks
-8%synergy
Tundra
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Perilous Landscape
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
-2%synergy
Temple of Epiphany
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
-10%synergy
Plateau
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
5%synergy
Reflecting Pool
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Frostboil Snarl
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
1%synergy
Ancient Amphitheater
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Cascade Bluffs
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
-11%synergy
Rugged Prairie
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
-12%synergy
Volcanic Island
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
1%synergy
City of Brass
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Misty Rainforest
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Windswept Heath
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Port Town
10%inclusion5 decks49 decks
-7%synergy