Vivi Ornitier (Commander) - Expensive Core Spellslinger

Alex Wicker
May 28, 2026
Why Aren’t Commanders Game Changers?
This week's Commander Philosophy digs into kill-on-sight commanders, the Game Changer list, and why drawing all the attention isn't the same as being the strongest
Deck Filters
Cardsphere
Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Resonating Lute
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
24%synergy
Mana Sculpt
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
42%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Ophidian Eye
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
64%synergy
Harmonic Prodigy
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
60%synergy
Niv-Mizzet, Visionary
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
55%synergy
Flame of Anor
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
55%synergy
Curiosity
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
53%synergy
Veyran, Voice of Duality
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
45%synergy
Snap
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
43%synergy
Tandem Lookout
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
43%synergy
Slip Out the Back
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
39%synergy
Sigil of Sleep
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
39%synergy
Top Cards
Frantic Search
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
36%synergy
Brainstorm
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
24%synergy
Opt
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
31%synergy
Gitaxian Probe
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
34%synergy
Expressive Iteration
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Ponder
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Wizard Class
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
37%synergy
Ral, Crackling Wit
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Faithless Looting
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Mana Drain
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
28%synergy
Creatures
Archmage Emeritus
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Birgi, God of Storytelling
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
29%synergy
Hexing Squelcher
40%inclusion2 decks5 decks
27%synergy
Niv-Mizzet, Parun
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Coruscation Mage
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Exalted Flamer of Tzeentch
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
25%synergy
Ghyrson Starn, Kelermorph
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
31%synergy
Hullbreaker Horror
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
26%synergy
Talrand, Sky Summoner
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Electro, Assaulting Battery
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
19%synergy
Mysidian Elder
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Krark, the Thumbless
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Charmbreaker Devils
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Electrostatic Field
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Roaming Throne
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Spellseeker
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Ancient Copper Dragon
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Ashling, Flame Dancer
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Balmor, Battlemage Captain
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Storm-Kiln Artist
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-18%synergy
Stormcatch Mentor
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
0%synergy
Bria, Riptide Rogue
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Kessig Flamebreather
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Runaway Steam-Kin
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Jin-Gitaxias, Progress Tyrant
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Hermes, Overseer of Elpis
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Spinerock Tyrant
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Summon: G.F. Cerberus
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Spider-Punk
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Lilah, Undefeated Slickshot
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Melek, Izzet Paragon
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Marang River Regent
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Dragon's Rage Channeler
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Thermo-Alchemist
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Archmage of Runes
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-2%synergy
Snapcaster Mage
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Firebrand Archer
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Ojer Pakpatiq, Deepest Epoch
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Caldera Pyremaw
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Simian Spirit Guide
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
1%synergy
Valley Floodcaller
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Urabrask
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Wandering Archaic
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Octavia, Living Thesis
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Winged Hive Tyrant
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Goldspan Dragon
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Slickshot Show-Off
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Instants
Counterspell
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
-7%synergy
Borne Upon a Wind
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
37%synergy
Valakut Awakening
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
35%synergy
Redirect Lightning
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
37%synergy
Twisted Image
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Flusterstorm
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Izzet Charm
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Big Score
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Expansion // Explosion
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
27%synergy
Sink into Stupor
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Fists of Flame
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
29%synergy
The Last Agni Kai
33%inclusion2 decks6 decks
32%synergy
Thunder Magic
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Blur
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Pongify
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-5%synergy
Muddle the Mixture
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Mogg Salvage
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-15%synergy
Consider
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
0%synergy
Seething Song
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Swan Song
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
1%synergy
Gut Shot
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
14%synergy
Arcane Denial
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-7%synergy
Force of Negation
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Rewind
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Bolt Bend
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Quicken
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Zhalfirin Shapecraft
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Narset's Reversal
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
14%synergy
March of Swirling Mist
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Prismari Command
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Fire Magic
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Eject
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Opera Love Song
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Magic Damper
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Consult the Star Charts
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Refocus
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Mizzium Skin
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-6%synergy
Chaos Warp
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-30%synergy
Volcanic Spite
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Obsessive Search
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Ricochet Trap
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Water Wings
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Might of the Meek
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Psychotic Fury
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Discover the Impossible
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-2%synergy
Rush of Inspiration
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Sorceries
Sea Gate Restoration
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
36%synergy
Windfall
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Stock Up
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
26%synergy
Preordain
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Overmaster
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
29%synergy
Grapeshot
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
14%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
26%synergy
Crackle with Power
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
14%synergy
Will of the Jeskai
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Vandalblast
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-3%synergy
Past in Flames
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Mizzix's Mastery
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Crash Through
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Curse of the Swine
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Wild Ride
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Enter the Enigma
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Blasphemous Act
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-16%synergy
Rite of Flame
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Light Up the Stage
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Lock and Load
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Strike It Rich
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Haze of Rage
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Burning Curiosity
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Pyretic Charge
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Flood of Recollection
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Soulfire Eruption
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Epic Experiment
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Wheel of Misfortune
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Relearn
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Clear the Mind
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Volcanic Awakening
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Slip Through Space
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Splash Portal
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Contentious Plan
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Careful Study
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Bonus Round
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Reckless Charge
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Season of Weaving
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Zenith Festival
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Serum Visions
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-6%synergy
Mnemonic Deluge
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Karn's Temporal Sundering
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Ignite Memories
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Lórien Revealed
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Magmatic Insight
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Call to Mind
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Time Stretch
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Warlord's Fury
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Beacon of Tomorrows
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Elemental Eruption
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Swiftfoot Boots
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Mishra's Bauble
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Isochron Scepter
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Sapphire Medallion
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Astrologian's Planisphere
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Ruby Medallion
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
1%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Geistflame Reservoir
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Tormod's Crypt
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Urza's Bauble
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
The Ozolith
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Mithril Coat
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Cori-Steel Cutter
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Aetherflux Reservoir
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Helm of the Host
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Primal Amulet
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Mirari
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Diviner's Wand
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Agatha's Soul Cauldron
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Lightning Greaves
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-14%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Basilisk Collar
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Enchantments
Rite of the Dragoncaller
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
28%synergy
Amphibian Downpour
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
30%synergy
Teferi's Ageless Insight
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Ominous Seas
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Shark Typhoon
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Thousand-Year Storm
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Artist's Talent
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Propaganda
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Firemind's Research
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Case of the Ransacked Lab
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Stormchaser's Talent
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
One with the Multiverse
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Founding the Third Path
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Sorcerer Class
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Arcane Bombardment
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Aria of Flame
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Nerd Rage
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Double Vision
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Braid of Fire
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Firebreathing
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Ghitu Firebreathing
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Mystic Remora
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-8%synergy
Curator's Ward
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Improbable Alliance
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Proft's Eidetic Memory
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
The Bath Song
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Roaring Furnace // Steaming Sauna
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Sticky Fingers
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Planeswalkers
The Royal Scions
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Saheeli, Sublime Artificer
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Chandra, Hope's Beacon
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Teferi, Temporal Pilgrim
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Dack Fayden
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Rowan, Scholar of Sparks
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
29%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
26%synergy
Lindblum, Industrial Regency
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
28%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
29%synergy
Mistrise Village
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Arena of Glory
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Cephalid Coliseum
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Remote Isle
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Shinka, the Bloodsoaked Keep
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Forgotten Cave
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Riptide Laboratory
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Crystal Vein
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Dwarven Mine
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Lonely Sandbar
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Forge of Heroes
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Command Beacon
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Castle Embereth
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Smoldering Crater
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Hammerheim
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Rogue's Passage
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-2%synergy
Amonkhet Raceway
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
-16%synergy
Sol Ring
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
-20%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
-9%synergy
Lotus Petal
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
31%synergy
Thought Vessel
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Mox Amber
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
24%synergy
Izzet Signet
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-34%synergy
Fellwar Stone
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-10%synergy
Midnight Clock
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Sky Diamond
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Cursed Mirror
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Séance Board
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Decanter of Endless Water
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Springleaf Drum
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Paradise Mantle
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Mind Stone
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-12%synergy
Mox Opal
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Lands
Mountain
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Island
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Scalding Tarn
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
69%synergy
Command Tower
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Steam Vents
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
40%synergy
Sulfur Falls
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Riverpyre Verge
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
56%synergy
Thundering Falls
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
56%synergy
Training Center
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
35%synergy
Cascade Bluffs
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
33%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Riverglide Pathway
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Volcanic Island
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
40%synergy
Misty Rainforest
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
34%synergy
Fabled Passage
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
34%synergy
Shivan Reef
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
-15%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
36%synergy
Wooded Foothills
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
36%synergy
Frostboil Snarl
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
0%synergy
Arid Mesa
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
35%synergy
Polluted Delta
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
33%synergy
Flooded Strand
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
33%synergy
Valakut Awakening
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
35%synergy
Fiery Islet
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Prismatic Vista
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
27%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
-3%synergy
Ferrous Lake
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Temple of Epiphany
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
-6%synergy
Sink into Stupor
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Spirebluff Canal
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
23%synergy
Exotic Orchard
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-12%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Hall of Oracles
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Rush of Inspiration
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Myriad Landscape
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-4%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Reflecting Pool
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Spikefield Hazard
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Cavern of Souls
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Talon Gates of Madara
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Maestros Theater
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Volatile Fjord
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Evolving Wilds
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-6%synergy
Opal Palace
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Path of Ancestry
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-3%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Glasspool Mimic
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Mana Confluence
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
4%synergy