Are "Pumpkin Spice" Commander Decks Bad?

The Mana Forge Commander Digest

EDHREC | Commander | August 31, 2026

The article's author suggests there may be an inherent bias regarding the kinds of people who play Rin and Seri, Inseparable.

Key points

• The article's author notes that two Edgar Markov decks can possess various levels of efficiency.
• Optimizing the less known Puppet Master, String Puller deck would flex the same muscles as optimizing Atraxa.

Details

Jennifer Walters / Slimefoot and Squee

The article's author notes that Jennifer Walters and Slimefoot and Squee players have been experienced as both sore winners and losers.

Vivi Ornitier / Sauron, the Dark Lord

These decks often run Vivi Ornitier or Sauron, the Dark Lord as commander despite being farthest from basic deck building.

Teval, the Balanced Scale

The article's author notes that older players enjoy playing Teval, the Balanced Scale and appreciate its lore.

Read the original (https://edhrec.com/articles/are-pumpkin-spice-commander-decks-bad) | Source: EDHREC | Commander | August 31, 2026