Hei Bai, Forest Guardian (Commander) - Optimized Shrines

Hei Bai, Forest Guardian
Rank #484
9decks
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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Go-Shintai of Life's Origin
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
99%synergy
Sanctum of Stone Fangs
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
96%synergy
Sanctum of All
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
96%synergy
Honden of Night's Reach
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
85%synergy
Honden of Seeing Winds
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
85%synergy
Go-Shintai of Hidden Cruelty
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
85%synergy
Honden of Life's Web
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
85%synergy
Honden of Infinite Rage
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
85%synergy
Sanctum of Calm Waters
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
85%synergy
Sanctum of Fruitful Harvest
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
85%synergy
Top Cards
Sythis, Harvest's Hand
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
79%synergy
Sanctum Weaver
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
79%synergy
Honden of Cleansing Fire
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
74%synergy
Go-Shintai of Shared Purpose
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
74%synergy
Go-Shintai of Ancient Wars
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
74%synergy
Jukai Naturalist
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
70%synergy
Southern Air Temple
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
74%synergy
Northern Air Temple
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
73%synergy
The Spirit Oasis
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
73%synergy
Sanctum of Tranquil Light
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
63%synergy
Game Changers
Rhystic Study
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
36%synergy
Teferi's Protection
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
30%synergy
Smothering Tithe
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
27%synergy
Farewell
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
37%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
29%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Ancient Tomb
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Crop Rotation
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Serra's Sanctum
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
The One Ring
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
14%synergy
Creatures
Destiny Spinner
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
62%synergy
Displacer Kitten
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
53%synergy
Go-Shintai of Boundless Vigor
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
52%synergy
Dryad of the Ilysian Grove
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
43%synergy
Bloom Tender
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
26%synergy
Setessan Champion
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
38%synergy
Weaver of Harmony
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
39%synergy
Inquisitive Glimmer
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
41%synergy
Faeburrow Elder
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
25%synergy
Eidolon of Blossoms
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
38%synergy
Herald of the Pantheon
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
41%synergy
Soulherder
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
43%synergy
Mesa Enchantress
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
30%synergy
Go-Shintai of Lost Wisdom
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
30%synergy
Witch Enchanter
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Yenna, Redtooth Regent
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Thassa, Deep-Dwelling
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Soaring Lightbringer
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Satyr Enchanter
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Entity Tracker
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Doomwake Giant
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Deadeye Navigator
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Birds of Paradise
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-2%synergy
Don & Leo, Problem Solvers
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
16%synergy
Aurora Awakener
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Argothian Enchantress
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Lotho, Corrupt Shirriff
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Thassa's Oracle
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Opposition Agent
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Kestia, the Cultivator
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Deathrite Shaman
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Mulldrifter
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Crystal Barricade
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Phyrexian Metamorph
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Enduring Vitality
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
The Council of Four
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Overlord of the Hauntwoods
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Seedborn Muse
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Llanowar Elves
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Ghen, Arcanum Weaver
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Silent Hallcreeper
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Composer of Spring
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Elesh Norn, Mother of Machines
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Esper Sentinel
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Noble Hierarch
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Shrine Steward
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Colossal Skyturtle
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Reki, the History of Kamigawa
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Instants
Ephemerate
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
52%synergy
Essence Flux
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
44%synergy
Cloudshift
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
43%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Dovin's Veto
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
27%synergy
Krosan Grip
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Heroic Intervention
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
0%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Growth Spiral
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Beast Within
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Mana Drain
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Swan Song
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Counterspell
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Flicker of Fate
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Path to Exile
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-7%synergy
Worldly Tutor
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Vampiric Tutor
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Veil of Summer
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Fell the Profane
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Justiciar's Portal
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Muddle the Mixture
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Tainted Pact
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Envelop
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Negate
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Clever Concealment
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Overwhelming Denial
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Mindbreak Trap
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Dark Ritual
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Bitter Triumph
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Void Rend
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Force of Will
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Demonic Consultation
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Flusterstorm
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Planar Incision
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Deflecting Swat
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
1%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Guttural Response
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Momentary Blink
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Mana Leak
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Anguished Unmaking
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Karametra's Blessing
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Suspend
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Redirect Lightning
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Fracture
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Generous Gift
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Mystical Tutor
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Sorceries
Farseek
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
29%synergy
Aang's Journey
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
30%synergy
Demonic Tutor
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Extinguish All Hope
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Supreme Verdict
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Austere Command
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Imperial Seal
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Cathartic Parting
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Resurgent Belief
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Three Visits
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-11%synergy
Splash Portal
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Prismatic Ending
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Skyshroud Claim
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Tempt with Discovery
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Replenish
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Vindicate
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Cleansing Meditation
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Nature's Lore
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-15%synergy
Blasphemous Act
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-2%synergy
Cultivate
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-24%synergy
Brilliant Restoration
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Rampant Growth
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-8%synergy
Preordain
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Enduring Ideal
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Approach of the Second Sun
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Regrowth
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Shared Roots
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Conjurer's Closet
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Helm of the Host
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Panharmonicon
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Winter Moon
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Lightning Greaves
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-5%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Enchantments
Teleportation Circle
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
65%synergy
Crescent Island Temple
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
62%synergy
Kyoshi Island Plaza
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
62%synergy
Sterling Grove
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
48%synergy
Sanctum of Shattered Heights
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
52%synergy
Enchantress's Presence
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
49%synergy
Sphere of Safety
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
50%synergy
Leyline Binding
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Utopia Sprawl
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Cryptolith Rite
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Sigil of the Empty Throne
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Unable to Scream
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Touch the Spirit Realm
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Leyline of the Guildpact
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Mystic Remora
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Pemmin's Aura
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
22%synergy
Fertile Ground
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Prismatic Omen
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Propaganda
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Airbender Ascension
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Ghostly Prison
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Leader's Talent
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
15%synergy
Freed from the Real
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Verdant Haven
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Detention Sphere
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Felidar Retreat
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Trapped in the Screen
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Underworld Breach
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Spelunking
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Binding the Old Gods
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Utter Insignificance
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Reprobation
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Collective Restraint
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Trace of Abundance
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Wilderness Reclamation
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Wild Growth
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Tamiyo's Compleation
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Boon of the Spirit Realm
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Mirrormade
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Energy Flux
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Estrid's Invocation
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Abundant Growth
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Kenrith's Transformation
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Web of Inertia
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Privileged Position
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Heliod's Punishment
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Monologue Tax
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Spirit of Resistance
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Aura Shards
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Planeswalkers
Aminatou, the Fateshifter
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Estrid, the Masked
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Teferi, Time Raveler
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Calix, Destiny's Hand
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Utility Lands
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
38%synergy
Reliquary Tower
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
27%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Boseiju, Who Endures
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Mistrise Village
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Urza's Saga
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Gaea's Cradle
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Field of Ruin
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Evendo, Waking Haven
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
-9%synergy
Sol Ring
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
-24%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
-17%synergy
Mana Vault
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Fellwar Stone
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-9%synergy
Chrome Mox
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Talisman of Progress
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Grim Monolith
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Rakdos Signet
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Talisman of Resilience
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Boros Signet
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Simic Signet
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Relic of Legends
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Chromatic Orrery
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Mox Opal
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Mox Diamond
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Orzhov Signet
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
1%synergy
Swamp
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Mountain
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
1%synergy
Island
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Forest
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
-3%synergy
Plains
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
0%synergy
Breeding Pool
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
25%synergy
Windswept Heath
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
28%synergy
White Lotus Hideout
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
52%synergy
Exotic Orchard
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
-19%synergy
Sacred Foundry
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Godless Shrine
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Overgrown Tomb
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Jetmir's Garden
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
25%synergy
Misty Rainforest
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Stomping Ground
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Steam Vents
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Spara's Headquarters
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
14%synergy
Blood Crypt
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Wooded Foothills
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Reflecting Pool
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Indatha Triome
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Raugrin Triome
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Flooded Strand
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Temple Garden
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Watery Grave
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Zagoth Triome
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Polluted Delta
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Savai Triome
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Witch Enchanter
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Seaside Citadel
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Yavimaya Coast
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Sandsteppe Citadel
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Ketria Triome
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Mystic Monastery
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Evolving Wilds
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Path of Ancestry
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-22%synergy
Arid Mesa
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
0%synergy
Frontier Bivouac
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Ziatora's Proving Ground
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Scalding Tarn
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
0%synergy
Mana Confluence
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Opulent Palace
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
1%synergy
City of Brass
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Hidden Hideout
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
8%synergy
Fell the Profane
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Clearwater Pathway
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Brightclimb Pathway
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy