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Unbreakable Formation
Unbreakable Formation is a white instant that counts as protection. It appears in the recommended lists of 160 commanders, and 5% of white decks run it.
Type: Instant
Cost: 2W
Color identity: White
Reference price: €0.53
Oldest printing: Ravnica Allegiance Promos
Role in the deck: protection
Rules text
Official text (Scryfall).
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The commanders with the highest synergy with this card, with the share of their decks that run it. Each one links to its deck guide.
| Commander | Identity | Inclusion | Synergy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guinan, Ancient Advisor | White | 100% | +89% |
| Éowyn, Shieldmaiden | Red · Blue · White | 62% | +54% |
| Leinore, Autumn Sovereign | Green · White | 64% | +52% |
| Nalia de'Arnise | Black · White | 54% | +50% |
| Falcon, Joaquin Torres | White | 60% | +49% |
| Suki, Kyoshi Captain | White | 55% | +44% |
| Sidar Jabari of Zhalfir | Black · Blue · White | 46% | +42% |
| General Thunderbolt Ross | White | 50% | +39% |
| Rashka the Slayer | White | 50% | +38% |
| Kyler, Sigardian Emissary | Green · White | 51% | +37% |
| Phlox, Unorthodox Doctor | Green · White | 50% | +37% |
| Nagao, Bound by Honor | White | 49% | +37% |
| Harbin, Vanguard Aviator | Blue · White | 40% | +36% |
| Commander Mustard | Red · White | 43% | +35% |
| Aragorn, King of Gondor | Red · Blue · White | 43% | +35% |
| Faramir, Steward of Gondor | Blue · White | 37% | +34% |
| Hamza, Guardian of Arashin | Green · White | 45% | +32% |
| Yoshimaru, Beloved Companion | White | 43% | +31% |
| Syr Alin, the Lion's Claw | White | 43% | +31% |
| Adriana, Captain of the Guard | Red · White | 38% | +30% |
| Sidar Jabari | White | 42% | +30% |
| Shadowfax, Lord of Horses | Red · White | 37% | +30% |
| Théoden, King of Rohan | Red · White | 37% | +29% |
| Tajic, Legion's Edge | Red · White | 36% | +29% |
How much it is played, by color identity
Share of decks in each identity that run it.
Archetypes where it shows up
The most common themes among the commanders that play it. Each one links to its archetype guide.
Aggro · 108 Tokens · 103 +1/+1 Counters · 101 Humans · 56 Lifegain · 34 Equipment · 33 Soldiers · 31 Anthems · 27
Known combos with Unbreakable Formation
According to Commander Spellbook. Note that a two-card combo raises your deck's bracket.
- Apex Altisaur + Wrathful Raptors + Unbreakable Formation → Destroy all creatures opponents control, Near-infinite damage
- Sonic the Hedgehog + Krark-Clan Shaman + Unbreakable Formation → Infinite artifact ETB, Infinite artifact LTB, Infinite artifact sacrifice triggers
- Red Hulk + Boros Reckoner + Unbreakable Formation → Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creature, Infinite damage to one opponent
- Red Hulk + Screaming Nemesis + Unbreakable Formation → Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creature, Infinite damage to one opponent
- Red Hulk + Spitemare + Unbreakable Formation → Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creature, Infinite damage to one opponent
- Red Hulk + Ill-Tempered Loner // Howlpack Avenger + Unbreakable Formation → Infinite +1/+1 counters on a creature, Infinite damage to one opponent
Cards that go with it
The ones that show up most often in the same commanders' lists.
Frequently asked questions
Which Commander decks play Unbreakable Formation?
It is in the recommended lists of 160 commanders, with an average inclusion of 29% in their decks. The commanders with the highest synergy with it are Guinan, Ancient Advisor · Éowyn, Shieldmaiden · Leinore, Autumn Sovereign. Overall, 5% of white decks run it.
How much does Unbreakable Formation cost?
Its reference price is €0.53 (cheapest English printing according to Scryfall; it changes daily). The EDH Optimizer optimizer only suggests cards that fit the per-card price cap you pick.
Does Unbreakable Formation have combos?
Yes: 6 known combos on Commander Spellbook. The most popular one is Apex Altisaur + Wrathful Raptors + Unbreakable Formation. Remember that two-card combos raise your deck's bracket.
Can I play Unbreakable Formation in my deck?
It is legal in Commander. Its color identity is white, so it only fits in decks whose commander has those colors in its identity (or any deck if it is colorless). EDH Optimizer automatically flags cards outside your commander's identity.