The Wandering Minstrel (Commander) - Expensive Upgraded Lands Matter

Jeremy Rowe
Jun 5, 2026
Five Problems with Five-Color Typal Commanders
Jro looks at why five-color typal commanders so often feel hollow in Commander games, giving us a breakdown of five recurring design issues.
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Moxfield
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MTGStocks
Embrace the Paradox
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Lorehold Charm
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Together as One
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Silverquill, the Disputant
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Tam, Observant Sequencer
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Lotus Cobra
84%inclusion21 decks25 decks
82%synergy
Azusa, Lost but Seeking
80%inclusion20 decks25 decks
76%synergy
Tireless Provisioner
76%inclusion19 decks25 decks
74%synergy
Tatyova, Benthic Druid
72%inclusion18 decks25 decks
69%synergy
Exploration
72%inclusion18 decks25 decks
68%synergy
Icetill Explorer
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
63%synergy
Dryad of the Ilysian Grove
76%inclusion19 decks25 decks
63%synergy
Springheart Nantuko
64%inclusion16 decks25 decks
63%synergy
Aesi, Tyrant of Gyre Strait
64%inclusion16 decks25 decks
62%synergy
Nissa, Resurgent Animist
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
59%synergy
Top Cards
Scapeshift
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
59%synergy
Oracle of Mul Daya
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
54%synergy
Scute Swarm
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
50%synergy
Sylvan Safekeeper
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
51%synergy
Zuran Orb
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
47%synergy
Aftermath Analyst
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
47%synergy
Esper Sentinel
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
40%synergy
Lumra, Bellow of the Woods
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
47%synergy
The Necrobloom
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
47%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Game Changers
Field of the Dead
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
58%synergy
Crop Rotation
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
51%synergy
Rhystic Study
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Demonic Tutor
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Glacial Chasm
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Gaea's Cradle
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Worldly Tutor
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-1%synergy
Creatures
Traveling Chocobo
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
47%synergy
Tireless Tracker
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
43%synergy
Elvish Reclaimer
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
39%synergy
Loot, Exuberant Explorer
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
38%synergy
Birds of Paradise
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Eternal Witness
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Ancient Greenwarden
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
31%synergy
Tannuk, Memorial Ensign
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
31%synergy
Thalia and The Gitrog Monster
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
27%synergy
The Gitrog Monster
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Six
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Omnath, Locus of Rage
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Ramunap Excavator
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Mossborn Hydra
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Kodama of the East Tree
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Gladiolus Amicitia
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Omnath, Locus of Creation
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Aurora Awakener
19%inclusion3 decks16 decks
18%synergy
Formidable Speaker
17%inclusion3 decks18 decks
16%synergy
Risen Reef
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Wayward Swordtooth
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Ulvenwald Hydra
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Wight of the Reliquary
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Overlord of the Hauntwoods
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Cultivator Colossus
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Blossoming Tortoise
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Craterhoof Behemoth
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Hedron Crab
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Faerie Mastermind
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Grand Abolisher
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Omnath, Locus of the Roil
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Starfield Vocalist
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Rampaging Baloths
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Disciple of Freyalise
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Greensleeves, Maro-Sorcerer
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Clifftop Lookout
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Skyserpent Seeker
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Avenger of Zendikar
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Elesh Norn, Mother of Machines
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Sowing Mycospawn
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Coiling Oracle
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Yarok, the Desecrated
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Noble Hierarch
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Augur of Autumn
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
PuPu UFO
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Ignis Scientia
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Emeria Angel
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Uro, Titan of Nature's Wrath
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Sabotender
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Wan Shi Tong, Librarian
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
9%synergy
Instants
Archdruid's Charm
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
35%synergy
Deadly Rollick
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Growth Spiral
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Deflecting Swat
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Planar Genesis
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Path to Exile
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Assassin's Trophy
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Realms Uncharted
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
20%synergy
Consult the Star Charts
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Eladamri's Call
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Mana Drain
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Beast Within
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Sink into Stupor
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Akroma's Will
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Counterspell
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
-7%synergy
Heroic Intervention
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-10%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Chord of Calling
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Nature's Claim
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Summoner's Pact
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Swan Song
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
1%synergy
Noxious Revival
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Elemental Teachings
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
11%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-3%synergy
Mindbreak Trap
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Dark Ritual
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Force of Vigor
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Tear Asunder
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Into the Flood Maw
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Rain of Filth
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Arcane Denial
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
1%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Prishe's Wanderings
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Mirrorform
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
6%synergy
Redirect Lightning
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
2%synergy
Sorceries
Life from the Loam
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
43%synergy
Splendid Reclamation
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
35%synergy
Nature's Lore
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Green Sun's Zenith
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
30%synergy
Three Visits
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Hour of Promise
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
31%synergy
Open the Way
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
30%synergy
Farseek
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
-14%synergy
Tempt with Discovery
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Finale of Devastation
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Reshape the Earth
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Wargate
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Sylvan Scrying
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Lessons from Life
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
11%synergy
Pir's Whim
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Circuitous Route
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Toxic Deluge
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Mythos of Illuna
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Escape to the Wilds
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Will of the Sultai
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Nylea's Intervention
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Explore
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Reach the Horizon
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Travel the Overworld
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Abstract Performance
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Applied Geometry
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Mind into Matter
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Echocasting Symposium
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Nature's Rhythm
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Explore the Underdark
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Culling Ritual
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Stock Up
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Yawgmoth's Will
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Vandalblast
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Awaken the Woods
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Triumph of the Hordes
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Turntimber Symbiosis
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Bring to Light
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Blasphemous Act
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Disorienting Choice
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Broken Bond
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Nahiri's Lithoforming
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Bridgeworks Battle
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Doppelgang
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Cartographer's Survey
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Summer Bloom
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Mathemagics
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Crucible of Worlds
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
42%synergy
Amulet of Vigor
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
42%synergy
Exploration Broodship
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
25%synergy
Expedition Map
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
20%synergy
Horn of Greed
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Conduit of Worlds
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Lightning Greaves
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Hedge Shredder
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Chocobo Racetrack
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
The Endstone
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Hearthhull, the Worldseed
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Chimil, the Inner Sun
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
The Regalia
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
World Map
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Enchantments
Burgeoning
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Sylvan Library
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
27%synergy
Mystic Remora
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Valakut Exploration
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
32%synergy
Squandered Resources
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
28%synergy
Walk-In Closet // Forgotten Cellar
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Felidar Retreat
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Case of the Locked Hothouse
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Defense of the Heart
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Spelunking
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Ripples of Undeath
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Retreat to Hagra
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Leyline of the Guildpact
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-2%synergy
Parallel Lives
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Prismatic Omen
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Abundance
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Doubling Season
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Trade Routes
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Guild Summit
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Rites of Flourishing
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Tribute to the World Tree
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Mirari's Wake
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Omenpath Journey
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Retreat to Coralhelm
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Druid Class
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Virtue of Knowledge
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Planeswalkers
Lord Windgrace
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Utility Lands
Vesuva
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
46%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
38%synergy
Boseiju, Who Endures
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
33%synergy
Shifting Woodland
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
38%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
30%synergy
Balamb Garden, SeeD Academy
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
33%synergy
Thespian's Stage
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Eden, Seat of the Sanctum
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Lotus Field
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Echoing Deeps
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Tolaria West
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Bojuka Bog
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Valakut, the Molten Pinnacle
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
20%synergy
Urza's Saga
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Mirrorpool
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Mistrise Village
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Adventurer's Inn
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Strip Mine
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Zanarkand, Ancient Metropolis
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Midgar, City of Mako
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Wasteland
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Maze of Ith
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Maze's End
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Witch's Cottage
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Thran Portal
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Takenuma, Abandoned Mire
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Dark Depths
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Baldur's Gate
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
7%synergy
The Gold Saucer
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Dryad Arbor
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Jidoor, Aristocratic Capital
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Clive's Hideaway
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Evendo, Waking Haven
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Phyrexian Tower
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Hickory Woodlot
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Emergence Zone
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Geier Reach Sanitarium
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Mosswort Bridge
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Cephalid Coliseum
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Dakmor Salvage
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Cloudpost
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Lindblum, Industrial Regency
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Ba Sing Se
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
2%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
-20%synergy
Arcane Signet
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
-52%synergy
Lotus Petal
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-42%synergy
Mox Amber
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Coveted Jewel
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
80%inclusion20 decks25 decks
-8%synergy
Simic Growth Chamber
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
65%synergy
Breeding Pool
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
35%synergy
Wooded Foothills
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
34%synergy
Misty Rainforest
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Windswept Heath
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Hedge Maze
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
46%synergy
Temple Garden
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Selesnya Sanctuary
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
42%synergy
Golgari Rot Farm
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
42%synergy
Starting Town
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
35%synergy
Stomping Ground
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Spara's Headquarters
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Ketria Triome
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Overgrown Tomb
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Commercial District
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
38%synergy
Forest
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
-41%synergy
Polluted Delta
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Flooded Strand
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Urza's Cave
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
32%synergy
Tropical Island
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Gruul Turf
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
34%synergy
Scalding Tarn
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Baron, Airship Kingdom
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
33%synergy
Steam Vents
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Talon Gates of Madara
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Rabanastre, Royal City
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Sharlayan, Nation of Scholars
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Treno, Dark City
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Windurst, Federation Center
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Watery Grave
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Gongaga, Reactor Town
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
28%synergy
Sacred Foundry
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Horizon of Progress
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
26%synergy
Underground Mortuary
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
26%synergy
Zagoth Triome
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Lush Portico
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
26%synergy
Marsh Flats
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Gohn, Town of Ruin
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Vector, Imperial Capital
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Insomnia, Crown City
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Azorius Chancery
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Blood Crypt
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Island
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
-55%synergy
Volcanic Island
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Guadosalam, Farplane Gateway
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
20%synergy