Elminster (Commander) - Expensive Core

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?
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Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Together as One
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Mathemagics
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Serum Visions
83%inclusion24 decks29 decks
79%synergy
Mystic Speculation
76%inclusion22 decks29 decks
74%synergy
Preordain
83%inclusion24 decks29 decks
74%synergy
Storm Herd
72%inclusion21 decks29 decks
68%synergy
Spark Double
66%inclusion19 decks29 decks
61%synergy
Oath of Teferi
62%inclusion18 decks29 decks
60%synergy
Ugin's Insight
59%inclusion17 decks29 decks
57%synergy
Tamiyo's Epiphany
59%inclusion17 decks29 decks
57%synergy
Foresee
59%inclusion17 decks29 decks
57%synergy
Brainstorm
72%inclusion21 decks29 decks
55%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
72%inclusion21 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Path to Exile
62%inclusion18 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Jace, Mirror Mage
55%inclusion16 decks29 decks
54%synergy
Counterspell
55%inclusion16 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Planetarium of Wan Shi Tong
53%inclusion9 decks17 decks
51%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
45%synergy
Dovin's Veto
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Opt
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
42%synergy
Displacer Kitten
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
38%synergy
Deliberate
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
47%synergy
Game Changers
Farewell
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Teferi's Protection
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Creatures
Cryptic Annelid
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
44%synergy
Ancient Gold Dragon
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
40%synergy
Matoya, Archon Elder
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
36%synergy
Augury Owl
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
33%synergy
Sephara, Sky's Blade
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
29%synergy
Talrand, Sky Summoner
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
27%synergy
Siani, Eye of the Storm
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
30%synergy
Gandalf, White Rider
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
27%synergy
Hermes, Overseer of Elpis
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Elvish Mariner
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
21%synergy
Thassa, God of the Sea
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
23%synergy
Mondrak, Glory Dominus
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
21%synergy
Rumor Gatherer
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Archmage Emeritus
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Faerie Seer
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Elrond, Lord of Rivendell
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Curiosity Crafter
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Wizards of Thay
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Witch Enchanter
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Empyrean Eagle
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Draco
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
14%synergy
The Reality Chip
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Prognostic Sphinx
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Elesh Norn, Grand Cenobite
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Serum Sovereign
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Vexilus Praetor
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Archmage of Runes
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
8%synergy
Onakke Oathkeeper
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Phyrexian Metamorph
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Monastery Mentor
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Haughty Djinn
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Oji, the Exquisite Blade
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Flux Channeler
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Archaeomancer
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Baral, Chief of Compliance
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Hullbreaker Horror
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Absolute Virtue
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Summon: Bahamut
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Kykar, Zephyr Awakener
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
2%synergy
Icebreaker Kraken
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Eluge, the Shoreless Sea
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Cavalier of Gales
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Thunderclap Wyvern
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Alrund, God of the Cosmos
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Avacyn, Angel of Hope
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Ojutai, Soul of Winter
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Snapcaster Mage
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Ojer Pakpatiq, Deepest Epoch
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-5%synergy
Instants
Dig Through Time
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
45%synergy
Mana Drain
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
25%synergy
Brainsurge
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
36%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Elminster's Simulacrum
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
30%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
15%synergy
Generous Gift
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Glen Elendra's Answer
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Behold the Multiverse
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
21%synergy
Aetherize
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Sink into Stupor
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Precognitive Perception
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Negate
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-11%synergy
Pongify
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Frantic Search
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Mental Misstep
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Mystic Reflection
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Perplexing Test
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Permission Denied
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Arcane Denial
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
-12%synergy
Archmage's Charm
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Mana Leak
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Diviner's Portent
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Render Silent
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Fact or Fiction
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Nexus of Fate
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Ripples of Potential
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Get Lost
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Memory Lapse
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
No More Lies
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Reality Shift
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Sphinx's Revelation
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Swan Song
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-7%synergy
Heliod's Intervention
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Reprieve
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Ephemerate
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-8%synergy
Lose Focus
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Three Steps Ahead
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Pull from Eternity
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Return to Dust
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Dawn's Truce
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Condemn
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Flusterstorm
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Unwanted Remake
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Complete the Circuit
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Emergency Powers
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Reverse the Polarity
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Condescend
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Sorceries
Terminus
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
47%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
43%synergy
Approach of the Second Sun
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
33%synergy
Mnemonic Deluge
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
44%synergy
Aminatou's Augury
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
44%synergy
Emeria's Call
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
36%synergy
Lórien Revealed
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
32%synergy
Supreme Verdict
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Ponder
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Austere Command
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Hour of Reckoning
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
25%synergy
Scour All Possibilities
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
27%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
23%synergy
Treasure Cruise
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
21%synergy
Clone Legion
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
23%synergy
Interpret the Signs
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
23%synergy
Temporal Mastery
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Time Stretch
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Commit // Memory
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Finale of Glory
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Entreat the Angels
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Personal Tutor
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
15%synergy
Enter the Infinite
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Wrath of God
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
8%synergy
White Sun's Twilight
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Beyond the Quiet
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
10%synergy
Candlekeep Inspiration
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Curse of the Swine
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Finale of Revelation
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Dusk // Dawn
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Everything Comes to Dust
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
By Invitation Only
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Solve the Equation
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Dream Cache
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Temporal Trespass
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Devout Invocation
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Will of the Temur
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Spectacular Pileup
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Martial Coup
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Ondu Inversion
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Introduction to Prophecy
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Season of Weaving
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Expropriate
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Alrund's Epiphany
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Time Warp
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Oust
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Sunfall
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Rite of Replication
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Merchant Scroll
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Utility Artifacts
The Temporal Anchor
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
37%synergy
Crystal Ball
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
37%synergy
Scroll Rack
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
33%synergy
Sapphire Medallion
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Ichormoon Gauntlet
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Palantír of Orthanc
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Eldrazi Monument
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Skullclamp
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Shorikai, Genesis Engine
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Banner of Kinship
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
5%synergy
Pearl Medallion
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Luxior, Giada's Gift
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-4%synergy
Mazemind Tome
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Primal Amulet
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
The Magic Mirror
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Rings of Brighthearth
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Pinnacle Starcage
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Jace's Sanctum
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
43%synergy
Netherese Puzzle-Ward
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
40%synergy
Intangible Virtue
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
32%synergy
Anointed Procession
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
30%synergy
Deification
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
30%synergy
Divine Visitation
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
26%synergy
Shark Typhoon
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
25%synergy
One with the Multiverse
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Ghostly Prison
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
-4%synergy
Favorable Winds
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Propaganda
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Land Tax
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Lost Isle Calling
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Omniscience
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Restricted Office // Lecture Hall
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Kindred Discovery
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Eyes Everywhere
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Oath of Jace
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Mystic Remora
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-5%synergy
Gravitational Shift
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Penance
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Sphere of Safety
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Regenerations Restored
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
The Legend of Kuruk
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
Planeswalkers
Teferi, Time Raveler
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Jace, the Mind Sculptor
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
20%synergy
Elspeth, Storm Slayer
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
17%synergy
Teferi, Hero of Dominaria
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Teferi, Temporal Pilgrim
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Elspeth, Sun's Champion
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Teferi, Who Slows the Sunset
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
76%inclusion22 decks29 decks
27%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
66%inclusion19 decks29 decks
48%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
59%inclusion17 decks29 decks
40%synergy
Castle Vantress
55%inclusion16 decks29 decks
50%synergy
Zhalfirin Void
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
30%synergy
Rivendell
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Hall of Storm Giants
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Urza's Saga
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Maze of Ith
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Multiversal Passage
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
10%synergy
Wasteland
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Command Beacon
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Celestial Colonnade
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Halimar Depths
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Karn's Bastion
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Strip Mine
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Mistrise Village
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
3%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Isolated Watchtower
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Soldevi Excavations
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
New Benalia
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Restless Anchorage
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Fountainport
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Academy Ruins
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-5%synergy
Temple of the False God
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Field of Ruin
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Abandoned Air Temple
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
3%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
86%inclusion25 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Sol Ring
86%inclusion25 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Azorius Signet
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
-5%synergy
Talisman of Progress
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
-2%synergy
Thought Vessel
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Fellwar Stone
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Mind Stone
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Sky Diamond
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Marble Diamond
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Dragonstorm Globe
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Heraldic Banner
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Wand of the Worldsoul
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Gilded Lotus
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Mox Amber
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Decanter of Endless Water
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Patchwork Banner
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Thran Dynamo
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Midnight Clock
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
The Eternity Elevator
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
4%synergy
Solar Array
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion29 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
97%inclusion28 decks29 decks
49%synergy
Island
93%inclusion27 decks29 decks
-3%synergy
Plains
90%inclusion26 decks29 decks
-6%synergy
Glacial Fortress
79%inclusion23 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Deserted Beach
72%inclusion21 decks29 decks
33%synergy
Sea of Clouds
69%inclusion20 decks29 decks
29%synergy
Prairie Stream
66%inclusion19 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Flooded Strand
66%inclusion19 decks29 decks
33%synergy
Tundra
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
39%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
25%synergy
Hengegate Pathway
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
28%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
43%synergy
Meticulous Archive
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
30%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
-3%synergy
Emeria's Call
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
36%synergy
Mystic Gate
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
15%synergy
Nimbus Maze
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Azorius Chancery
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
-2%synergy
Irrigated Farmland
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Crystal Grotto
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
30%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
-8%synergy
Fabled Passage
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Exotic Orchard
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
-3%synergy
Port Town
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
-23%synergy
The Grey Havens
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
23%synergy
Scalding Tarn
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Windswept Heath
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Sink into Stupor
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Polluted Delta
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Marsh Flats
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Reflecting Pool
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Abundant Countryside
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Witch Enchanter
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Prismatic Vista
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Misty Rainforest
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Snow-Covered Island
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Arid Mesa
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Seachrome Coast
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-5%synergy
Snow-Covered Plains
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
5%synergy
City of Brass
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Myriad Landscape
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Ondu Inversion
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Mana Confluence
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Rumble Arena
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
6%synergy