Building Your Own Commander Deck

Commander (EDH) is one of the most beloved formats in Magic: The Gathering, offering limitless creativity and the opportunity to craft a deck around a legendary creature or planeswalker (your commander). Building a Commander deck can seem daunting, but this guide will help you navigate the process with clear advice, practical tips, and strategic insights.

1. Choosing Your Commander

Your commander is the heart and soul of your deck, defining your strategy and color identity. Here are some tips for picking the right one:

A. Identify Your Playstyle

• Do you enjoy aggressive, fast-paced strategies? Look for commanders like Edgar Markov (Vampire Tribal) or Zurgo Helmsmasher.
• Prefer controlling the board and outlasting opponents? Consider Atraxa, Praetors’ Voice or Narset, Enlightened Master.
• Like combo-based or unique mechanics? Commanders like Mizzix of the Izmagnus or Tymna the Weaver may suit you.

B. Assess the Commander’s Strengths

• Does the commander have synergy with specific card types or mechanics? For instance, Kaalia of the Vast supports Angels, Demons, and Dragons.
• Is the commander versatile and able to adapt to multiple strategies, like Kenrith, the Returned King?

C. Budget Considerations

• Some commanders require expensive cards to function optimally. For instance, The Ur-Dragon benefits from high-value mana acceleration cards.
• Starting with a less demanding commander, like Rhys the Redeemed, can ease the financial burden