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Arnaud Gompertz
Jul 23, 2025
Can You Build Orzhov In Commander Without Resorting to Aristocrats?
On this edition of Branching Out, Arnaud dives into the House of Orzhov to find some Commander decks that go against the grain.
Deck Filters
Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Momo, Playful Pet
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
14%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
8%synergy
Enter the Avatar State
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
14%synergy
The Duke, Rebel Sentry
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
16%synergy
Appa, Steadfast Guardian
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
7%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Urza's Ruinous Blast
87%inclusion20 decks23 decks
85%synergy
Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion
74%inclusion17 decks23 decks
71%synergy
Teshar, Ancestor's Apostle
74%inclusion17 decks23 decks
69%synergy
Isamaru, Hound of Konda
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
69%synergy
Heroes' Podium
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
68%synergy
Venat, Heart of Hydaelyn
71%inclusion10 decks14 decks
68%synergy
Mikokoro, Center of the Sea
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
67%synergy
Mikaeus, the Lunarch
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
66%synergy
Phelia, Exuberant Shepherd
70%inclusion14 decks20 decks
64%synergy
Day of Destiny
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
64%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
83%inclusion19 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
78%inclusion18 decks23 decks
56%synergy
Path to Exile
78%inclusion18 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
74%inclusion17 decks23 decks
61%synergy
Oketra's Monument
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
41%synergy
Odric, Lunarch Marshal
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
64%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
51%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
57%synergy
Gandalf the White
65%inclusion15 decks23 decks
63%synergy
Flaming Fist
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
59%synergy
Game Changers
Teferi's Protection
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-19%synergy
Creatures
Senu, Keen-Eyed Protector
53%inclusion10 decks19 decks
51%synergy
Bastion Protector
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
41%synergy
Daxos, Blessed by the Sun
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
40%synergy
Boromir, Warden of the Tower
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
42%synergy
Linden, the Steadfast Queen
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
46%synergy
Anafenza, Kin-Tree Spirit
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
50%synergy
Adeline, Resplendent Cathar
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
39%synergy
Heliod, Sun-Crowned
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
38%synergy
Urdnan, Dromoka Warrior
47%inclusion9 decks19 decks
46%synergy
Eight-and-a-Half-Tails
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
41%synergy
Thalia, Heretic Cathar
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
33%synergy
Heliod, God of the Sun
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
40%synergy
Odric, Master Tactician
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
35%synergy
Ao, the Dawn Sky
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
37%synergy
Rune-Tail, Kitsune Ascendant
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
37%synergy
Sarah Jane Smith
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
38%synergy
Rosa, Resolute White Mage
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
33%synergy
Tegan Jovanka
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
34%synergy
Loyal Warhound
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
23%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Elesh Norn, Grand Cenobite
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Thalia, Guardian of Thraben
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
24%synergy
Aerith Gainsborough
27%inclusion4 decks15 decks
22%synergy
The Wandering Rescuer
26%inclusion5 decks19 decks
25%synergy
Crovax, Ascendant Hero
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
24%synergy
Avacyn, Angel of Hope
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
11%synergy
God-Eternal Oketra
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
23%synergy
Baird, Steward of Argive
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Rinoa, Angel Wing
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Haliya, Guided by Light
23%inclusion3 decks13 decks
14%synergy
Icingdeath, Frost Tyrant
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Reidane, God of the Worthy
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Sun Titan
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
-2%synergy
Michiko Konda, Truth Seeker
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Elena, Turk Recruit
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
19%synergy
Zack Fair
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
16%synergy
Beza, the Bounding Spring
21%inclusion4 decks19 decks
17%synergy
Fortune, Loyal Steed
20%inclusion4 decks20 decks
17%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Samwise the Stouthearted
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Oketra the True
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Mangara of Corondor
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Masako the Humorless
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Alharu, Solemn Ritualist
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Claim Jumper
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Lord Jyscal Guado
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Auron, Venerated Guardian
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
13%inclusion2 decks15 decks
9%synergy
Akroma, Angel of Wrath
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Taranika, Akroan Veteran
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Instants
Generous Gift
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
14%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
14%synergy
Reprieve
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Brave the Elements
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Akroma's Will
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
-2%synergy
Loran's Escape
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Heliod's Intervention
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Dawn's Truce
16%inclusion3 decks19 decks
1%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
-4%synergy
Restoration Magic
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
3%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Holy
13%inclusion2 decks15 decks
10%synergy
Return to Dust
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Silence
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Mana Tithe
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Unbreakable Formation
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
0%synergy
Your Temple Is Under Attack
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-4%synergy
Final Showdown
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Condemn
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Get Lost
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Holy Day
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Disenchant
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-8%synergy
Dawn Charm
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
0%synergy
Surge of Salvation
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Protection Magic
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
6%synergy
Parting Gust
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
0%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
-3%synergy
Sorceries
Austere Command
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Ravnica at War
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
24%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Mass Calcify
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Winds of Abandon
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Farewell
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
-3%synergy
Cut a Deal
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Search for Glory
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
0%synergy
Gift of Estates
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Wrath of God
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-7%synergy
Invoke Justice
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Ascend from Avernus
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Emeria's Call
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Slash the Ranks
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
0%synergy
Split Up
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
2%synergy
What Must Be Done
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Blackblade Reforged
57%inclusion13 decks23 decks
50%synergy
Shadowspear
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
43%synergy
Sword of the Animist
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
29%synergy
Pearl Medallion
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
-15%synergy
The Ozolith
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
39%synergy
Luxior, Giada's Gift
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
42%synergy
The Seriema
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
40%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
37%inclusion7 decks19 decks
28%synergy
Mithril Coat
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
27%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
Tarrian's Soulcleaver
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
29%synergy
Mirror of Galadriel
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
30%synergy
The Wind Crystal
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
8%synergy
Avacyn's Memorial
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
25%synergy
Tome of Legends
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
23%synergy
Lost Jitte
25%inclusion5 decks20 decks
24%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Godsend
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
20%synergy
Spear of Heliod
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Lightning Greaves
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
-11%synergy
Crown of Gondor
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Conformer Shuriken
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Weatherlight
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Stone of Erech
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Helm of the Host
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Horn of the Mark
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Eater of Virtue
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Champion's Helm
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
7%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
7%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-3%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Akroma's Memorial
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Hylda's Crown of Winter
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Andúril, Narsil Reforged
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-15%synergy
The Regalia
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Excalibur II
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
3%synergy
Celestial Armor
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
2%synergy
Enchantments
Noble Heritage
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
38%synergy
Legion's Landing
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
32%synergy
On Serra's Wings
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
26%synergy
Commander's Insignia
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
25%synergy
Land Tax
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
-6%synergy
Smuggler's Share
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
9%synergy
War of the Last Alliance
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Veteran Soldier
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Aang's Iceberg
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Rent Is Due
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Grasp of Fate
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Tocasia's Welcome
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-5%synergy
Marshal's Anthem
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Blind Obedience
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-3%synergy
Resourceful Defense
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
The Restoration of Eiganjo
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Paladin Class
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Far Traveler
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Honor of the Pure
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Sidequest: Catch a Fish
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
4%synergy
We Ride at Dawn
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
4%synergy
Planeswalkers
Elspeth Resplendent
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
40%synergy
The Eternal Wanderer
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Archangel Elspeth
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Basri Ket
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Ajani, Caller of the Pride
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
The Wanderer
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
15%synergy
Elspeth, Sun's Champion
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
2%synergy
The Wandering Emperor
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Gideon Blackblade
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
11%synergy
Ajani Steadfast
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Elspeth, Knight-Errant
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Elspeth, Storm Slayer
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
-4%synergy
Utility Lands
Minas Tirith
91%inclusion21 decks23 decks
63%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
74%inclusion17 decks23 decks
51%synergy
Geier Reach Sanitarium
52%inclusion12 decks23 decks
49%synergy
Monumental Henge
50%inclusion10 decks20 decks
36%synergy
Eiganjo Castle
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
43%synergy
Rogue's Passage
48%inclusion11 decks23 decks
21%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
39%inclusion9 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Kor Haven
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
29%synergy
Untaidake, the Cloud Keeper
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
34%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
18%synergy
War Room
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
-6%synergy
Gods' Eye, Gate to the Reikai
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
30%synergy
Animal Sanctuary
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
29%synergy
Idyllic Grange
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Karoo
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
18%synergy
Rath's Edge
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
26%synergy
Clive's Hideaway
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
20%synergy
Secluded Steppe
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
Desert of the True
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Emeria, the Sky Ruin
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
-25%synergy
Miren, the Moaning Well
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Sejiri Steppe
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Urza's Saga
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-2%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Inventors' Fair
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Mistveil Plains
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Reliquary Tower
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-15%synergy
Temple of the False God
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-3%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
-3%synergy
Three Tree City
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
-6%synergy
Arid Archway
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
1%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
74%inclusion17 decks23 decks
-10%synergy
Relic of Legends
43%inclusion10 decks23 decks
42%synergy
Arcane Signet
35%inclusion8 decks23 decks
-23%synergy
Mox Amber
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
25%synergy
Nyx Lotus
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
22%synergy
Throne of Eldraine
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
6%synergy
The Irencrag
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Marble Diamond
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
-3%synergy
The Aetherspark
16%inclusion3 decks19 decks
12%synergy
Phial of Galadriel
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Aetheric Amplifier
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
10%synergy
Commander's Sphere
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
Mox Opal
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Plains
96%inclusion22 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Flagstones of Trokair
70%inclusion16 decks23 decks
63%synergy
The Grey Havens
61%inclusion14 decks23 decks
59%synergy
Abstergo Entertainment
32%inclusion6 decks19 decks
30%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
22%inclusion5 decks23 decks
10%synergy
Gallifrey Council Chamber
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Witch Enchanter
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
-7%synergy
Emeria's Call
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
-3%synergy