Mendicant Core, Guidelight (Commander) - Budget Exhibition

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Cas Hinds
Sep 29, 2025
Cas Hinds
Is Optimization Ruining Commander Deck Building?
Some people in the Commander community talk about deck optimization leading to homogeneity, and how this ruins Commander. Let's discuss.
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Emissary Escort
100%inclusion1 decks1 decks
99%synergy
Mechan Shieldmate
100%inclusion1 decks1 decks
100%synergy
Skystreak Engineer
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
75%synergy
Vnwxt, Verbose Host
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
45%synergy
Wreck Remover
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
50%synergy
Splitskin Doll
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
50%synergy
Guidelight Synergist
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
48%synergy
Memory Guardian
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
49%synergy
Glitch Ghost Surveyor
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
50%synergy
Guidelight Optimizer
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
48%synergy
Walking Sarcophagus
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
50%synergy
Voyager Quickwelder
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
41%synergy
Interface Ace
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
47%synergy
Rook Turret
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
49%synergy
Pit Automaton
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
50%synergy
Diversion Unit
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
47%synergy
Patched Plaything
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Sabotage Strategist
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Gleaming Barrier
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Gloryheath Lynx
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Fog Bank
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Drake Hatcher
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Mischievous Mystic
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Unctus, Grand Metatect
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Combat Courier
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Mishra's Self-Replicator
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Storm Fleet Negotiator
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Three Tree Mascot
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Replication Specialist
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Parcel Myr
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Sharding Sphinx
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Wojek Investigator
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Loyal Inventor
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Sunpearl Kirin
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Aetherjacket
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Kotori, Pilot Prodigy
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
19%synergy
Lotusguard Disciple
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Pride of the Road
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Furious Forebear
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Strix Lookout
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Sanctum Gargoyle
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Cathar Commando
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Myrsmith
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Leonin Surveyor
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Jade-Cast Sentinel
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Transit Mage
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Watcher of the Wayside
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Covert Technician
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Reconstructed Thopter
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
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Desculpting Blast
100%inclusion1 decks1 decks
100%synergy
Mental Modulation
100%inclusion1 decks1 decks
99%synergy
Negate
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Ride's End
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
50%synergy
Lightshield Parry
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
50%synergy
Disdainful Stroke
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Essence Scatter
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Duty Beyond Death
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Coordinated Maneuver
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Perplexing Test
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Family Reunion
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
9%synergy
Dispelling Exhale
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Lens Flare
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Don't Make a Sound
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Not on My Watch
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Fall of the Gavel
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Quick Study
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
You Come to a River
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Erase
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Spectral Interference
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Bounce Off
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Think Twice
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Parting Gust
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
Rebellious Strike
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Alchemist's Retrieval
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Mindstatic
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Remove Soul
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Into the Roil
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Enshrouding Mist
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
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Stall Out
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
74%synergy
Collision Course
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
75%synergy
Retrieve the Esper
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Stock Up
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Sram's Expertise
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Chart a Course
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
18%synergy
Enter the Enigma
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Finale of Revelation
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
United Battlefront
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Trade the Helm
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Celestial Judgment
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Gather the Townsfolk
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Austere Command
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
10%synergy
Wash Out
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Aether Gale
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Cryogen Relic
100%inclusion1 decks1 decks
95%synergy
Rangers' Refueler
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
75%synergy
Guidelight Matrix
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
74%synergy
Midnight Mangler
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
74%synergy
Broadcast Rambler
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
50%synergy
Rover Blades
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
50%synergy
Alacrian Armory
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
49%synergy
Spotcycle Scouter
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
50%synergy
Cliffhaven Kitesail
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Riverchurn Monument
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Dollhouse of Horrors
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Voyager Glidecar
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Key to the City
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Inquisitor's Flail
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Wedding Invitation
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Skybox Ferry
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Detention Chariot
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Psychic Paper
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Prism Ring
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Argent Dais
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Manifold Key
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
18%synergy
Brass Knuckles
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Mazemind Tome
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Thopter Fabricator
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
Golem Foundry
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Skyseer's Chariot
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Fleetfeather Sandals
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
High-Speed Hoverbike
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Thopter Shop
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Tinker's Tote
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Mask of Memory
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Saw
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Cloak of the Bat
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Noble's Purse
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Zephyr Boots
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Repurposing Bay
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Tamiyo's Journal
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Mobilizer Mech
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
18%synergy
Prodigy's Prototype
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
18%synergy
Mnemonic Sphere
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Gilded Pinions
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Cobbled Wings
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Fireshrieker
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Hulldrifter
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Hylda's Crown of Winter
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
19%synergy
Surgehacker Mech
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
Perilous Snare
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Bident of Thassa
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
15%synergy
Collector's Vault
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Enchantments
Roadside Assistance
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
50%synergy
Hold for Ransom
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Unstoppable Plan
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
19%synergy
Petrify
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Search the Premises
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Lightwheel Enhancements
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
The Phasing of Zhalfir
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Flaming Fist
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Flood the Engine
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Stay Hidden, Stay Silent
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Thopter Spy Network
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
15%synergy
Stasis Field
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Utility Lands
Avishkar Raceway
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
47%synergy
Amonkhet Raceway
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
45%synergy
Country Roads
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Reef Roads
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
The Fair Basilica
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Foundry of the Consuls
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Muraganda Raceway
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
18%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Starting Column
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
49%synergy
Blitzball
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
49%synergy
Ether
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
50%synergy
Sky Diamond
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
15%synergy
The Irencrag
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Marble Diamond
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
16%synergy
Slagstone Refinery
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Mind Stone
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
-3%synergy
Sonic Screwdriver
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Prismatic Lens
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Dreamstone Hedron
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Worn Powerstone
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Midnight Clock
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
17%synergy
Talisman of Progress
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
-25%synergy
Arcane Signet
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
-59%synergy
Sol Ring
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
-62%synergy
Crystal Skull, Isu Spyglass
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Liquimetal Torque
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Azorius Signet
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
-35%synergy
Lands
Island
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
5%synergy
Tranquil Cove
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
81%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion4 decks4 decks
5%synergy
Evolving Wilds
75%inclusion3 decks4 decks
59%synergy
Myriad Landscape
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
32%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
11%synergy
Razortide Bridge
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
36%synergy
Command Tower
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
-36%synergy
Ash Barrens
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
47%synergy
Port Town
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
-23%synergy
Night Market
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Scene of the Crime
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Sejiri Refuge
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
17%synergy
Opal Palace
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Escape Tunnel
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Azorius Chancery
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
-13%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
14%synergy
Exotic Orchard
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
-3%synergy
Lonely Arroyo
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
-10%synergy
Brokers Hideout
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Obscura Storefront
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
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