Elminster (Commander) - Budget Optimized

Chris Guest
Feb 3, 2026
Ranking All 22 Planeswalkers That Can Be Your Commander, Including Quintorius
With a new planeswalker commander coming in Secrets of Strixhaven, let's rank every planeswalker commander available. Which is your favorite?
Deck Filters
Cardsphere
Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Storm Herd
79%inclusion22 decks28 decks
74%synergy
Tamiyo's Epiphany
68%inclusion19 decks28 decks
67%synergy
Oath of Teferi
68%inclusion19 decks28 decks
66%synergy
Preordain
75%inclusion21 decks28 decks
66%synergy
Serum Visions
64%inclusion18 decks28 decks
61%synergy
Jace, Mirror Mage
61%inclusion17 decks28 decks
59%synergy
Foresee
61%inclusion17 decks28 decks
59%synergy
Approach of the Second Sun
64%inclusion18 decks28 decks
49%synergy
Deliberate
50%inclusion14 decks28 decks
48%synergy
The Temporal Anchor
46%inclusion13 decks28 decks
45%synergy
Top Cards
Counterspell
57%inclusion16 decks28 decks
3%synergy
Negate
46%inclusion13 decks28 decks
18%synergy
Opt
46%inclusion13 decks28 decks
37%synergy
Time Stretch
46%inclusion13 decks28 decks
45%synergy
Mystic Speculation
46%inclusion13 decks28 decks
45%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
43%inclusion12 decks28 decks
-26%synergy
Aminatou's Augury
43%inclusion12 decks28 decks
42%synergy
Behold the Multiverse
43%inclusion12 decks28 decks
40%synergy
Solve the Equation
43%inclusion12 decks28 decks
38%synergy
Ugin's Insight
43%inclusion12 decks28 decks
42%synergy
Game Changers
Farewell
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
12%synergy
Narset, Parter of Veils
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
18%synergy
Mystical Tutor
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Grand Arbiter Augustin IV
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Creatures
Cryptic Annelid
39%inclusion11 decks28 decks
38%synergy
Spark Double
39%inclusion11 decks28 decks
35%synergy
Faerie Seer
32%inclusion9 decks28 decks
31%synergy
Augury Owl
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
27%synergy
Sigiled Starfish
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
28%synergy
Wizards of Thay
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
24%synergy
Talrand, Sky Summoner
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
21%synergy
Murmuring Mystic
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
22%synergy
Siani, Eye of the Storm
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
24%synergy
Elrond, Lord of Rivendell
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
17%synergy
Elvish Mariner
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
15%synergy
Rumor Gatherer
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
16%synergy
Gandalf, White Rider
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
17%synergy
Sephara, Sky's Blade
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Empyrean Eagle
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Omenspeaker
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Flux Channeler
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Archaeomancer
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Gale, Waterdeep Prodigy
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Sphinx of Foresight
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Matoya, Archon Elder
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Onakke Oathkeeper
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Curiosity Crafter
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Thassa, God of the Sea
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Archmage Emeritus
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Prognostic Sphinx
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Baral, Chief of Compliance
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
8%synergy
Overwhelmed Apprentice
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Hermes, Overseer of Elpis
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Icebreaker Kraken
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Shadow Puppeteers
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Displacer Kitten
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
-3%synergy
Sylvia Brightspear
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Ojutai, Soul of Winter
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
High Fae Trickster
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Thunderclap Wyvern
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Spellstutter Sprite
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Ojer Pakpatiq, Deepest Epoch
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Fog Bank
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
God-Eternal Kefnet
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Ojer Taq, Deepest Foundation
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Scourge of Fleets
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Draco
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Eligeth, Crossroads Augur
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Baird, Steward of Argive
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Kangee, Sky Warden
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
2%synergy
The Reality Chip
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
1%synergy
Oji, the Exquisite Blade
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
3%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
1%synergy
Thunderclap Drake
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Instants
Path to Exile
43%inclusion12 decks28 decks
-10%synergy
Dig Through Time
43%inclusion12 decks28 decks
40%synergy
Arcane Denial
39%inclusion11 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Dovin's Veto
32%inclusion9 decks28 decks
-7%synergy
Elminster's Simulacrum
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
28%synergy
Brainstorm
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
11%synergy
Aetherize
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
18%synergy
Diviner's Portent
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
25%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
-2%synergy
Condescend
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
24%synergy
Frantic Search
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Dissolve
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
21%synergy
Perplexing Test
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
20%synergy
Silundi Vision
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
19%synergy
Generous Gift
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
-9%synergy
Contact Other Plane
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
21%synergy
Mystic Reflection
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
16%synergy
Reality Shift
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Complete the Circuit
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
18%synergy
Narset's Reversal
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Emergency Powers
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
16%synergy
No More Lies
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Precognitive Perception
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Return to Dust
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
11%synergy
Nexus of Fate
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Sphinx's Revelation
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Bane's Contingency
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Erode
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
8%synergy
Pull from Tomorrow
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
12%synergy
Guiding Bolt
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Spell Stutter
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Graven Lore
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Render Silent
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
3%synergy
Sublime Epiphany
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Commandeer
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Mana Leak
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Mystic Confluence
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Spell Pierce
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Pongify
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
-1%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
2%synergy
Muddle the Mixture
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
2%synergy
Kabira Takedown
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Lose Focus
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Perch Protection
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Council's Deliberation
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Dispel
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Protect the Negotiators
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Resculpt
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Blinkmoth Infusion
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Sorceries
Interpret the Signs
39%inclusion11 decks28 decks
39%synergy
Supreme Verdict
36%inclusion10 decks28 decks
8%synergy
Temporal Mastery
36%inclusion10 decks28 decks
34%synergy
Beacon of Tomorrows
36%inclusion10 decks28 decks
35%synergy
Mnemonic Deluge
36%inclusion10 decks28 decks
35%synergy
Austere Command
32%inclusion9 decks28 decks
18%synergy
Clone Legion
32%inclusion9 decks28 decks
31%synergy
Karn's Temporal Sundering
32%inclusion9 decks28 decks
32%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
32%inclusion9 decks28 decks
27%synergy
Alrund's Epiphany
32%inclusion9 decks28 decks
30%synergy
Hour of Reckoning
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
26%synergy
Terminus
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
27%synergy
Treasure Cruise
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
26%synergy
Ondu Inversion
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
22%synergy
Time Wipe
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
12%synergy
Temporal Trespass
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
24%synergy
Part the Waterveil
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
21%synergy
Commit // Memory
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
20%synergy
Entreat the Angels
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
21%synergy
Personal Tutor
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
19%synergy
Ponder
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Finale of Revelation
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
15%synergy
Fumigate
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Walk the Aeons
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Candlekeep Inspiration
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Devastation Tide
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Emeria's Call
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Wrath of God
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
8%synergy
Expropriate
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Sunfall
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Blue Sun's Twilight
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Curse of the Swine
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
8%synergy
Temporal Manipulation
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Cleansing Nova
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
8%synergy
Ultima
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Windfall
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
-5%synergy
Inscription of Insight
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Makindi Stampede
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Scour All Possibilities
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
1%synergy
Spelltwine
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Finale of Glory
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Mass Manipulation
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Call to Mind
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Dusk // Dawn
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Denying Wind
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Blessed Wind
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
White Sun's Twilight
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Lórien Revealed
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Planetarium of Wan Shi Tong
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
27%synergy
Crystal Ball
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
21%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
8%synergy
Ichormoon Gauntlet
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
17%synergy
Mindsplice Apparatus
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Norn's Annex
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
8%synergy
The Chain Veil
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Skullclamp
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
-1%synergy
Mirari
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Sapphire Medallion
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
-2%synergy
Mazemind Tome
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
0%synergy
Enchantments
Lost Isle Calling
36%inclusion10 decks28 decks
35%synergy
Netherese Puzzle-Ward
36%inclusion10 decks28 decks
35%synergy
Propaganda
36%inclusion10 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Intangible Virtue
32%inclusion9 decks28 decks
26%synergy
Teferi's Talent
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
28%synergy
Jace's Sanctum
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
23%synergy
Shark Typhoon
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
23%synergy
Deification
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
21%synergy
Ghostly Prison
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
-3%synergy
Favorable Winds
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
12%synergy
Wizard Class
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
11%synergy
Divine Visitation
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
16%synergy
Out of Time
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
13%synergy
One with the Multiverse
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Rest in Peace
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Teferi's Ageless Insight
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Soothsaying
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
11%synergy
Blind Obedience
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
0%synergy
Marit Lage's Slumber
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Restricted Office // Lecture Hall
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Oath of Jace
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
10%synergy
As Foretold
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Search for Azcanta
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Dress Down
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
9%synergy
The Legend of Kuruk
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Eyes of the Watcher
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Monastery Siege
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Swarm Intelligence
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
-3%synergy
Penance
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Omen of the Sea
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
3%synergy
Kiora Bests the Sea God
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Future Sight
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Elspeth's Talent
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Ominous Seas
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
3%synergy
Omniscience
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Oath of Gideon
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Eyes Everywhere
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Leyline of Anticipation
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Planeswalkers
Teferi, Time Raveler
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
11%synergy
Teferi, Timebender
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Teferi, Hero of Dominaria
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
8%synergy
Teferi, Temporal Archmage
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
The Wandering Emperor
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Jace, Architect of Thought
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Jace, Wielder of Mysteries
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
3%synergy
Teferi, Master of Time
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
54%inclusion15 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
32%inclusion9 decks28 decks
15%synergy
Castle Vantress
32%inclusion9 decks28 decks
27%synergy
Zhalfirin Void
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
24%synergy
Halimar Depths
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
19%synergy
New Benalia
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
21%synergy
Rivendell
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Cave of the Frost Dragon
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Celestial Colonnade
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Secluded Steppe
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
8%synergy
Temple of the False God
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
3%synergy
Isolated Watchtower
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Blast Zone
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Blighted Cataract
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Lonely Sandbar
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Restless Anchorage
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
0%synergy
Karn's Bastion
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Cephalid Coliseum
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
79%inclusion22 decks28 decks
-5%synergy
Sol Ring
79%inclusion22 decks28 decks
-8%synergy
Thought Vessel
54%inclusion15 decks28 decks
12%synergy
Azorius Signet
54%inclusion15 decks28 decks
-3%synergy
Talisman of Progress
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
-22%synergy
Fellwar Stone
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
0%synergy
Mind Stone
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
3%synergy
Commander's Sphere
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
11%synergy
Sky Diamond
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Marble Diamond
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Decanter of Endless Water
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
3%synergy
Strixhaven Stadium
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Heraldic Banner
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Coldsteel Heart
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Patchwork Banner
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
3%synergy
Liquimetal Torque
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
3%synergy
Lands
Island
93%inclusion26 decks28 decks
-3%synergy
Plains
89%inclusion25 decks28 decks
-6%synergy
Command Tower
75%inclusion21 decks28 decks
-11%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
71%inclusion20 decks28 decks
34%synergy
Prairie Stream
68%inclusion19 decks28 decks
2%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
57%inclusion16 decks28 decks
22%synergy
Azorius Chancery
50%inclusion14 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Port Town
50%inclusion14 decks28 decks
3%synergy
Glacial Fortress
46%inclusion13 decks28 decks
-17%synergy
Irrigated Farmland
36%inclusion10 decks28 decks
15%synergy
Tranquil Cove
32%inclusion9 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
32%inclusion9 decks28 decks
-13%synergy
Myriad Landscape
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Exotic Orchard
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
1%synergy
Ondu Inversion
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
22%synergy
Deserted Beach
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
-15%synergy
Silundi Vision
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
19%synergy
Evolving Wilds
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Nimbus Maze
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
-4%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Emeria's Call
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Thriving Isle
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
12%synergy
The Grey Havens
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Glacial Floodplain
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Mystic Gate
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
-10%synergy
Study Hall
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
-34%synergy
Crystal Grotto
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
13%synergy
Idyllic Beachfront
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
3%synergy
Skybridge Towers
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
8%synergy
Azorius Guildgate
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Kabira Takedown
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Boreal Shelf
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Meandering River
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Makindi Stampede
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
1%synergy
Snow-Covered Island
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
2%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Sea of Clouds
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
-32%synergy
Sejiri Refuge
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
0%synergy
Seachrome Coast
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
-8%synergy
Ash Barrens
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
4%synergy
Razortide Bridge
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
-7%synergy
Thriving Heath
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Snow-Covered Plains
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
2%synergy
Flooded Strand
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
-25%synergy