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The Fifth Doctor // Ian Chesterton
Price tag $0.61

Legendary Creature — Doctor Human Scientist

The Fifth Doctor Ian Chesterton
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Azorius

How it feels to play against

Mildly Annoying Some frustrating moments but still fun.

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Mana Pool $0.15
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Videos

Commander gameplay videos featuring The Fifth Doctor // Ian Chesterton.

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Partner Commanders

This combination consists of these two partner commanders:

The Fifth Doctor The Fifth Doctor
Ian Chesterton Ian Chesterton

High Synergy Cards

Cards that work exceptionally well with The Fifth Doctor // Ian Chesterton's abilities and overall game plan.

Greymond, Avacyn's Stalwart Greymond, Avacyn's Stalwart
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $63.66
Templar Knight Templar Knight
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.69
Surging Sentinels Surging Sentinels
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.09
Thunderheads Thunderheads
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.22
Lose Focus Lose Focus
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.30
Mass Calcify Mass Calcify
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $3.50
Vacuumelt Vacuumelt
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.21
Mists of Lórien Mists of Lórien
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.74
Train of Thought Train of Thought
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.09
Stream of Thought Stream of Thought
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.22

Game Changers

Powerful cards that can single-handedly turn the tide of a game when resolved.

Enlightened Tutor Enlightened Tutor
+82% Synergy in 100% of decks $37.70

Creatures

Essential creatures that complement The Fifth Doctor // Ian Chesterton's strategy through synergy, utility, or raw power.

Summon: Knights of Round Summon: Knights of Round
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $13.94
Tempest Hawk Tempest Hawk
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.85
Stoneforge Mystic Stoneforge Mystic
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $28.22
Odric, Master Tactician Odric, Master Tactician
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.36
Elesh Norn, Grand Cenobite Elesh Norn, Grand Cenobite
+97% Synergy in 100% of decks $21.03
Mentor of the Meek Mentor of the Meek
+97% Synergy in 100% of decks $4.72
Recruiter of the Guard Recruiter of the Guard
+97% Synergy in 100% of decks $6.53
Sephara, Sky's Blade Sephara, Sky's Blade
+94% Synergy in 100% of decks $3.29
Greymond, Avacyn's Stalwart Greymond, Avacyn's Stalwart
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $63.66
Templar Knight Templar Knight
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.69
Surging Sentinels Surging Sentinels
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.09

Instants

Key instant-speed responses for protection, removal, and keeping The Fifth Doctor // Ian Chesterton safe.

Swords to Plowshares Swords to Plowshares
+30% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.42
Thunderheads Thunderheads
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.22
Lose Focus Lose Focus
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.30

Sorceries

Important sorcery spells that advance The Fifth Doctor // Ian Chesterton's game plan and control the board.

Mass Calcify Mass Calcify
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $3.50
Vacuumelt Vacuumelt
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.21
Mists of Lórien Mists of Lórien
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.74
Train of Thought Train of Thought
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.09
Stream of Thought Stream of Thought
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.22

Utility Artifacts

Versatile artifacts that provide ongoing value, card selection, or strategic advantages.

Thrumming Stone Thrumming Stone
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $21.46
Pearl Medallion Pearl Medallion
+94% Synergy in 100% of decks $9.56
Lightning Greaves Lightning Greaves
+80% Synergy in 100% of decks $4.83
Swiftfoot Boots Swiftfoot Boots
+74% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.86

Enchantments

Powerful enchantments that support The Fifth Doctor // Ian Chesterton's strategy and create lasting battlefield effects.

Elspeth Conquers Death Elspeth Conquers Death
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.63
Paladin Class Paladin Class
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.42
Flowering of the White Tree Flowering of the White Tree
+97% Synergy in 100% of decks $8.70
Battle at the Helvault Battle at the Helvault
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $4.87
The Girl in the Fireplace The Girl in the Fireplace
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.30
Michiko's Reign of Truth Portrait of Michiko Michiko's Reign of Truth
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.26
Era of Enlightenment Hand of Enlightenment Era of Enlightenment
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.09
History of Benalia History of Benalia
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.87
Glorious Anthem Glorious Anthem
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.37
Honor of the Pure Honor of the Pure
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.83
Love Song of Night and Day Love Song of Night and Day
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.17

Utility Lands

Non-basic lands that offer additional utility beyond just mana production.

Celestial Colonnade Celestial Colonnade
+95% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.33
Restless Anchorage Restless Anchorage
+92% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.24

Mana Artifacts

Artifacts focused on mana acceleration and color fixing for consistent gameplay.

Arcane Signet Arcane Signet
+16% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.39
Sol Ring Sol Ring
+13% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.27

Lands

The mana base foundation for The Fifth Doctor // Ian Chesterton decks, ensuring smooth and reliable mana development.

Seachrome Coast Seachrome Coast
+86% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.41
Meticulous Archive Meticulous Archive
+82% Synergy in 100% of decks $14.92
Hengegate Pathway Mistgate Pathway Hengegate Pathway
+79% Synergy in 100% of decks $4.86
Floodfarm Verge Floodfarm Verge
+74% Synergy in 100% of decks $8.67
Flooded Strand Flooded Strand
+69% Synergy in 100% of decks $16.28
Deserted Beach Deserted Beach
+62% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.52
Sea of Clouds Sea of Clouds
+59% Synergy in 100% of decks $19.79
Hallowed Fountain Hallowed Fountain
+54% Synergy in 100% of decks $6.81
Port Town Port Town
+52% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.31
Glacial Fortress Glacial Fortress
+40% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.25
Command Tower Command Tower
+14% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.22
Island Island
+5% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.08
Plains Plains
+5% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.08

The Fifth Doctor // Ian Chesterton Deck Stats

Based on 1 The Fifth Doctor // Ian Chesterton decks.

Average Mana Curve nonland cards
Card Types in the average deck
98 cards
  • Creature 39
  • Instant 4
  • Sorcery 5
  • Artifact 6
  • Enchantment 11
  • Land 33

Lands: 20 basic, 13 nonbasic

Similar Commanders

The following Commanders share a similar playing style, strategy, or theme like The Fifth Doctor // Ian Chesterton.

The Fifth Doctor Adric, Mathematical Genius The Fifth Doctor // Adric, Mathematical Genius
The Fifth Doctor Clara Oswald The Fifth Doctor // Clara Oswald
The Fifth Doctor K-9, Mark I The Fifth Doctor // K-9, Mark I
The Fifth Doctor Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg The Fifth Doctor // Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg
The Fifth Doctor Nyssa of Traken The Fifth Doctor // Nyssa of Traken
The Fifth Doctor Peri Brown The Fifth Doctor // Peri Brown
The Fifth Doctor Romana II The Fifth Doctor // Romana II
The Fifth Doctor Rose Noble The Fifth Doctor // Rose Noble
The Fifth Doctor Sarah Jane Smith The Fifth Doctor // Sarah Jane Smith
The Fifth Doctor Tegan Jovanka The Fifth Doctor // Tegan Jovanka
The Fifth Doctor Barbara Wright The Fifth Doctor // Barbara Wright
The Fifth Doctor Jo Grant The Fifth Doctor // Jo Grant
The Fifth Doctor Martha Jones The Fifth Doctor // Martha Jones
The Fifth Doctor Rose Tyler The Fifth Doctor // Rose Tyler
Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker Keleth, Sunmane Familiar Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker // Keleth, Sunmane Familiar
Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker Livio, Oathsworn Sentinel Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker // Livio, Oathsworn Sentinel
Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker // Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator
Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker Prava of the Steel Legion Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker // Prava of the Steel Legion
Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker Radiant, Serra Archangel Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker // Radiant, Serra Archangel
Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker Rebbec, Architect of Ascension Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker // Rebbec, Architect of Ascension
Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker Siani, Eye of the Storm Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker // Siani, Eye of the Storm
Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker The Prismatic Piper Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker // The Prismatic Piper
Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker Yoshimaru, Ever Faithful Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker // Yoshimaru, Ever Faithful
The Eighth Doctor Adric, Mathematical Genius The Eighth Doctor // Adric, Mathematical Genius
The Eighth Doctor Barbara Wright The Eighth Doctor // Barbara Wright
The Eighth Doctor Clara Oswald The Eighth Doctor // Clara Oswald
The Eighth Doctor Ian Chesterton The Eighth Doctor // Ian Chesterton
The Eighth Doctor Jo Grant The Eighth Doctor // Jo Grant
The Eighth Doctor K-9, Mark I The Eighth Doctor // K-9, Mark I
The Eighth Doctor Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg The Eighth Doctor // Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg
The Eighth Doctor Nyssa of Traken The Eighth Doctor // Nyssa of Traken
The Eighth Doctor Peri Brown The Eighth Doctor // Peri Brown
The Eighth Doctor Sarah Jane Smith The Eighth Doctor // Sarah Jane Smith
Zellix, Sanity Flayer Far Traveler Zellix, Sanity Flayer // Far Traveler
Zellix, Sanity Flayer Folk Hero Zellix, Sanity Flayer // Folk Hero
Zellix, Sanity Flayer Inspiring Leader Zellix, Sanity Flayer // Inspiring Leader
Zellix, Sanity Flayer Noble Heritage Zellix, Sanity Flayer // Noble Heritage
Zellix, Sanity Flayer Veteran Soldier Zellix, Sanity Flayer // Veteran Soldier
Lulu, Loyal Hollyphant Candlekeep Sage Lulu, Loyal Hollyphant // Candlekeep Sage