Appa, Steadfast Guardian (Commander)

Appa, Steadfast Guardian
Rank #1,353
1,219decks
Brian Cain
Apr 27, 2026
Can We Build a Commander Deck Around the Prepared Mechanic?
The new prepared mechanic from Secrets of Strixhaven doesn't have a dedicated commander. Let's see if we can make one ourselves.
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12%synergy
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13%synergy
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9%synergy
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10%synergy
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8%synergy
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-11%synergy
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Lands
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0%synergy
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34%synergy
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-4%synergy
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2%synergy
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11%synergy
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4%synergy
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10%synergy
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0%synergy
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-3%synergy
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4%synergy
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1%synergy
Demolition Field
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0%synergy
Talon Gates of Madara
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3%synergy
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-10%synergy
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2%synergy
Command Tower
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-2%synergy
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-3%synergy