Gavi, Nest Warden (Commander) - Expensive Tokens

Levi Perry
Jun 25, 2026
Ten Precon Mechanics that We Should Revisit
Levi lists Ten Commander precon mechanics worth revisiting, and why these overlooked designs deserve a modern comeback.
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Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Astral Drift
83%inclusion19 decks23 decks
81%synergy
Forgotten Cave
83%inclusion19 decks23 decks
80%synergy
Secluded Steppe
83%inclusion19 decks23 decks
79%synergy
Lonely Sandbar
83%inclusion19 decks23 decks
79%synergy
Nimble Obstructionist
78%inclusion18 decks23 decks
77%synergy
Remote Isle
78%inclusion18 decks23 decks
77%synergy
Valiant Rescuer
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
68%synergy
Fluctuator
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
68%synergy
Smoldering Crater
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
68%synergy
Drifting Meadow
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
68%synergy
Top Cards
Rielle, the Everwise
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
68%synergy
Dismantling Wave
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
61%synergy
Ominous Seas
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
63%synergy
Teferi's Ageless Insight
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
55%synergy
Decree of Justice
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
60%synergy
Monument to Endurance
60%inclusion12 decks20 decks
58%synergy
Abandoned Sarcophagus
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
55%synergy
Neutralize
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
55%synergy
The Locust God
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
50%synergy
Complicate
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
56%synergy
Game Changers
Rhystic Study
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Smothering Tithe
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Consecrated Sphinx
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Mystical Tutor
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Teferi's Protection
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-0%synergy
Farewell
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-0%synergy
Chrome Mox
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Creatures
Drannith Stinger
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
47%synergy
Brallin, Skyshark Rider
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
43%synergy
Marauding Mako
40%inclusion8 decks20 decks
39%synergy
Surly Badgersaur
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
38%synergy
Curator of Mysteries
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
38%synergy
Containment Construct
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
38%synergy
Vizier of Tumbling Sands
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
38%synergy
Minn, Wily Illusionist
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
39%synergy
Homunculus Horde
38%inclusion8 decks21 decks
37%synergy
Magmakin Artillerist
35%inclusion7 decks20 decks
34%synergy
Angel of the Ruins
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
31%synergy
Glint-Horn Buccaneer
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
33%synergy
Shabraz, the Skyshark
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
34%synergy
Emrakul's Messenger
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
34%synergy
Irencrag Pyromancer
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
30%synergy
Cloud of Faeries
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
29%synergy
Scrounging Skyray
30%inclusion6 decks20 decks
29%synergy
Waxen Shapethief
30%inclusion6 decks20 decks
29%synergy
Psychosis Crawler
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
23%synergy
Purphoros, God of the Forge
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Ephara, God of the Polis
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
24%synergy
Herald of the Forgotten
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
25%synergy
Delney, Streetwise Lookout
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Flourishing Fox
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Yidaro, Wandering Monster
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Mondrak, Glory Dominus
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Mischievous Mystic
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
18%synergy
The Council of Four
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Rooting Moloch
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Esper Sentinel
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
-2%synergy
Jo Grant
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Chasm Skulker
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Faerie Mastermind
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Rhet-Tomb Mystic
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
15%synergy
Daggermaw Megalodon
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
14%synergy
Enduring Innocence
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Exalted Sunborn
13%inclusion2 decks15 decks
9%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Drannith Healer
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Prince Imrahil the Fair
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Aven Wind Guide
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Timeless Dragon
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Alandra, Sky Dreamer
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Spellpyre Phoenix
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Sun Titan
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Ledger Shredder
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Lorehold, the Historian
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Captain Howler, Sea Scourge
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
9%synergy
Basri, Tomorrow's Champion
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
10%synergy
Instants
Swords to Plowshares
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
-20%synergy
Forsake the Worldly
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
47%synergy
Countervailing Winds
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
42%synergy
Starstorm
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
42%synergy
Angelsong
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
38%synergy
Zenith Flare
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
34%synergy
Path to Exile
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
-14%synergy
Hieroglyphic Illumination
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
29%synergy
Miscalculation
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
30%synergy
Akroma's Blessing
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
26%synergy
Brainstorm
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Gallant Strike
20%inclusion4 decks20 decks
20%synergy
Deem Worthy
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Frantic Search
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Censor
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Rebuild
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Radiant's Judgment
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Arcane Denial
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Gilded Light
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Chaos Warp
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-9%synergy
Dawn's Truce
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Mana Drain
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Counterspell
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-22%synergy
Clear
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Shredded Sails
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Skycrash
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
10%synergy
Trip Up
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
10%synergy
Pyrrhic Strike
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Wild Unraveling
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Dovin's Veto
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-10%synergy
Boros Charm
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-12%synergy
Rescind
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-3%synergy
Coordinated Charge
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Vision Skeins
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Aetherize
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Force of Will
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Sink into Stupor
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
Mage's Guile
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Pursue Glory
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Generous Gift
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-11%synergy
Valakut Awakening
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Redirect Lightning
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Abandon Attachments
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Fuel the Flames
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Akroma's Vengeance
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
51%synergy
Boon of the Wish-Giver
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
42%synergy
Slice and Dice
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
34%synergy
Windfall
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
22%synergy
Spectacular Pileup
30%inclusion6 decks20 decks
29%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
23%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
23%synergy
Approach of the Second Sun
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
22%synergy
Lórien Revealed
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Sweltering Suns
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Decree of Annihilation
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Step Through
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Violent Impact
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Migratory Route
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Trade the Helm
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
10%synergy
Cinder Strike
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Go for Blood
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Vandalblast
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-0%synergy
Faithless Looting
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-4%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Sacred Excavation
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Blasphemous Act
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-14%synergy
Solve the Equation
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Boomerang Basics
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Morningtide's Light
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Stall Out
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Alhammarret's Archive
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
37%synergy
Currency Converter
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Thopter Fabricator
20%inclusion4 decks20 decks
20%synergy
Bag of Holding
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Library of Leng
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Lightning Greaves
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-11%synergy
Mirrormind Crown
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Teferi's Puzzle Box
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
The One Ring
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Skullclamp
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-2%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-16%synergy
Howling Mine
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Shorikai, Genesis Engine
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Jeskai Monument
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
4%synergy
Enchantments
Tectonic Reformation
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
46%synergy
New Perspectives
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
47%synergy
Astral Slide
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
43%synergy
Anointed Procession
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
38%synergy
Decree of Silence
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
43%synergy
Reconnaissance Mission
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
36%synergy
Drake Haven
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
38%synergy
Shark Typhoon
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
35%synergy
Improbable Alliance
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
34%synergy
Cast Out
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
33%synergy
Crystalline Resonance
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
25%synergy
Tocasia's Welcome
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Unpredictable Cyclone
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Mystic Remora
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Impact Tremors
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Lightning Rift
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Escape Protocol
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Warleader's Call
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Caretaker's Talent
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Kinbinding
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Underworld Breach
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Wizard Class
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Divine Visitation
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Archmage Ascension
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Flame Blitz
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Poetic Ingenuity
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Lay Claim
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Intangible Virtue
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Inspiring Leader
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Solemnity
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Planeswalkers
Teferi, Temporal Pilgrim
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Teferi, Master of Time
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Elspeth, Storm Slayer
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Chandra, Flamecaller
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Narset, Parter of Veils
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
32%synergy
Desert of the True
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
51%synergy
Desert of the Fervent
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
51%synergy
Desert of the Mindful
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
51%synergy
Blasted Landscape
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
43%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
32%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
22%synergy
Urza's Saga
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Ancient Tomb
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Geier Reach Sanitarium
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Mikokoro, Center of the Sea
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Guildless Commons
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
96%inclusion22 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Sol Ring
87%inclusion20 decks23 decks
-2%synergy
Raugrin Crystal
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
63%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
-2%synergy
Thought Vessel
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Talisman of Progress
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
-14%synergy
Fellwar Stone
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
Azorius Signet
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
-0%synergy
Izzet Signet
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
-5%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
-17%synergy
Midnight Clock
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Commander's Sphere
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Mind Stone
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Thran Dynamo
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Lotus Petal
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Boros Signet
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-19%synergy
Bender's Waterskin
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
2%synergy
Lands
Mountain
96%inclusion22 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Island
96%inclusion22 decks23 decks
0%synergy
Plains
96%inclusion22 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Command Tower
91%inclusion21 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
Raugrin Triome
87%inclusion20 decks23 decks
51%synergy
Irrigated Farmland
83%inclusion19 decks23 decks
69%synergy
Coastal Peak
80%inclusion4 decks5 decks
78%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
78%inclusion18 decks23 decks
36%synergy
Steam Vents
74%inclusion17 decks23 decks
33%synergy
Sacred Foundry
74%inclusion17 decks23 decks
33%synergy
Glittering Massif
67%inclusion10 decks15 decks
59%synergy
Arid Mesa
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
38%synergy
Plateau
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
50%synergy
Flooded Strand
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
31%synergy
Volcanic Island
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
45%synergy
Perilous Landscape
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
38%synergy
Tundra
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
41%synergy
Sea of Clouds
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
22%synergy
Scalding Tarn
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
25%synergy
Ash Barrens
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
37%synergy
Glacial Fortress
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
-16%synergy
Exotic Orchard
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
-23%synergy
Spectator Seating
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Sulfur Falls
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
-19%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
-18%synergy
Training Center
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Capital City
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
29%synergy
Shivan Reef
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
-16%synergy
Reflecting Pool
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Mystic Monastery
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
-32%synergy
Sundown Pass
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Deserted Beach
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
-0%synergy
City of Brass
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Azorius Chancery
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
-5%synergy
Riverglide Pathway
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Battlefield Forge
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
-26%synergy
Boros Garrison
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
-20%synergy
Night Market
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
14%synergy
Prairie Stream
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-26%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Mana Confluence
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Mystic Gate
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Fiery Islet
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Hengegate Pathway
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Rugged Prairie
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-15%synergy
Elegant Parlor
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
1%synergy