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The Second Doctor // Romana II
Price tag $1.37

Legendary Creature — Doctor Scientist

The Second Doctor Romana II

Playstyle & Strategy

How it feels to play against

Mildly Annoying Some frustrating moments but still fun.

Videos

Commander gameplay videos featuring The Second Doctor // Romana II.

Partner Commanders

This combination consists of these two partner commanders:

High Synergy Cards

Cards that work exceptionally well with The Second Doctor // Romana II's abilities and overall game plan.

See Double See Double
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.90
Irenicus's Vile Duplication Irenicus's Vile Duplication
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $9.56
Quantum Misalignment Quantum Misalignment
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $4.36
Spark Double Spark Double
+96% Synergy in 100% of decks $10.66
Rivendell Rivendell
+95% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.38
Mana Drain Mana Drain
+84% Synergy in 100% of decks $53.74
Fierce Guardianship Fierce Guardianship
+83% Synergy in 100% of decks $63.90
Propaganda Propaganda
+78% Synergy in 100% of decks $3.01
Arcane Denial Arcane Denial
+75% Synergy in 100% of decks $2.58
Nyx Lotus Nyx Lotus
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $4.70

Game Changers

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

Fierce Guardianship Fierce Guardianship
+83% Synergy in 100% of decks $63.90
Rhystic Study Rhystic Study
+74% Synergy in 100% of decks $67.49
Ancient Tomb Ancient Tomb
+41% Synergy in 50% of decks $124.96
Cyclonic Rift Cyclonic Rift
+25% Synergy in 50% of decks $38.41
Smothering Tithe Smothering Tithe
+22% Synergy in 50% of decks $60.08

Creatures

Essential creatures that complement The Second Doctor // Romana II's strategy through synergy, utility, or raw power.

Spark Double Spark Double
+96% Synergy in 100% of decks $10.66
Adric, Mathematical Genius Adric, Mathematical Genius
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.36
Battlefield Thaumaturge Battlefield Thaumaturge
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.26
Discerning Financier Discerning Financier
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.31
Aboshan, Cephalid Emperor Aboshan, Cephalid Emperor
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.55
Aura Thief Aura Thief
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $11.68
Keiga, the Tide Star Keiga, the Tide Star
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.37
The First Doctor The First Doctor
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.23
The Seventh Doctor The Seventh Doctor
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.27
True-Name Nemesis True-Name Nemesis
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.28
Bennie Bracks, Zoologist Bennie Bracks, Zoologist
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $11.79
Callaphe, Beloved of the Sea Callaphe, Beloved of the Sea
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.22
Kozilek, Butcher of Truth Kozilek, Butcher of Truth
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $47.78
Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $27.31
Cityscape Leveler Cityscape Leveler
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $11.38
Defiler of Dreams Defiler of Dreams
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.61
Daxos, Blessed by the Sun Daxos, Blessed by the Sun
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.36
Nesting Dovehawk Nesting Dovehawk
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $22.92
Faramir, Prince of Ithilien Faramir, Prince of Ithilien
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.37
Ojer Taq, Deepest Foundation Temple of Civilization Ojer Taq, Deepest Foundation
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $32.00
Baral, Chief of Compliance Baral, Chief of Compliance
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.09
Mangara, the Diplomat Mangara, the Diplomat
+46% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.41
Monastery Mentor Monastery Mentor
+46% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.34
Mondrak, Glory Dominus Mondrak, Glory Dominus
+46% Synergy in 50% of decks $44.85
Triskaidekaphile Triskaidekaphile
+45% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.90
Windborn Muse Windborn Muse
+39% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.15

Instants

Key instant-speed responses for protection, removal, and keeping The Second Doctor // Romana II safe.

See Double See Double
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.90
Mana Drain Mana Drain
+84% Synergy in 100% of decks $53.74
Fierce Guardianship Fierce Guardianship
+83% Synergy in 100% of decks $63.90
Arcane Denial Arcane Denial
+75% Synergy in 100% of decks $2.58
Reverse the Polarity Reverse the Polarity
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.61
Cackling Counterpart Cackling Counterpart
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.34
Dawn Charm Dawn Charm
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $2.99
Bane's Contingency Bane's Contingency
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.18
Capsize Capsize
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.81
Forbid Forbid
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.10
Sublime Epiphany Sublime Epiphany
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.30
Boon of Safety Boon of Safety
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.27
Leap Leap
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.94
Rootborn Defenses Rootborn Defenses
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.21
Show of Confidence Show of Confidence
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.15
Slip Out the Back Slip Out the Back
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $4.95
Jwari Disruption Jwari Ruins Jwari Disruption
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.37
Loran's Escape Loran's Escape
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.49
Counterspell Counterspell
+46% Synergy in 100% of decks $4.02
Rewind Rewind
+46% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.39
Consider Consider
+45% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.39
Cryptic Command Cryptic Command
+45% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.31
Render Silent Render Silent
+42% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.82
Swan Song Swan Song
+34% Synergy in 50% of decks $12.55
Brainstorm Brainstorm
+32% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.91
Cyclonic Rift Cyclonic Rift
+25% Synergy in 50% of decks $38.41
Dovin's Veto Dovin's Veto
+14% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.92
Path to Exile Path to Exile
-3% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.69
Swords to Plowshares Swords to Plowshares
-21% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.79

Sorceries

Important sorcery spells that advance The Second Doctor // Romana II's game plan and control the board.

Irenicus's Vile Duplication Irenicus's Vile Duplication
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $9.56
Quantum Misalignment Quantum Misalignment
+99% Synergy in 100% of decks $4.36
Mirage Mockery Mirage Mockery
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.35
Saheeli's Artistry Saheeli's Artistry
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.38
Mists of Lórien Mists of Lórien
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.75
Modify Memory Modify Memory
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.20
Twice Upon a Time Twice Upon a Time
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.20
Quasiduplicate Quasiduplicate
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.69
Rite of Replication Rite of Replication
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.31
Bribery Bribery
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $5.63
Lórien Revealed Lórien Revealed
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $6.69
Curse of the Swine Curse of the Swine
+46% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.26
Solve the Equation Solve the Equation
+44% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.29
Windfall Windfall
+37% Synergy in 50% of decks $5.44

Utility Artifacts

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

Palantír of Orthanc Palantír of Orthanc
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $15.19
TARDIS TARDIS
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.27
Mirror Box Mirror Box
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.69
Primal Amulet Primal Wellspring Primal Amulet
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $11.23
Helm of the Host Helm of the Host
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $4.88
Lithoform Engine Lithoform Engine
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $7.99
Vedalken Orrery Vedalken Orrery
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $14.78
Idol of Oblivion Idol of Oblivion
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.51
Norn's Annex Norn's Annex
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $5.62
Moonsilver Key Moonsilver Key
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.94
Strionic Resonator Strionic Resonator
+45% Synergy in 50% of decks $6.54
Lightning Greaves Lightning Greaves
+31% Synergy in 50% of decks $2.79
Swiftfoot Boots Swiftfoot Boots
+25% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.52

Enchantments

Powerful enchantments that support The Second Doctor // Romana II's strategy and create lasting battlefield effects.

Propaganda Propaganda
+78% Synergy in 100% of decks $3.01
Rhystic Study Rhystic Study
+74% Synergy in 100% of decks $67.49
Song of the Worldsoul Song of the Worldsoul
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.76
Three Blind Mice Three Blind Mice
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.39
Steal Enchantment Steal Enchantment
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $8.77
Vanishing Vanishing
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.46
Blessed Sanctuary Blessed Sanctuary
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $4.22
Monastery Siege Monastery Siege
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.67
Vesuvan Duplimancy Vesuvan Duplimancy
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $4.96
Dissipation Field Dissipation Field
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.87
Confounding Conundrum Confounding Conundrum
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.27
Struggle for Project Purity Struggle for Project Purity
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.09
Shark Typhoon Shark Typhoon
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.35
Leyline of Anticipation Leyline of Anticipation
+46% Synergy in 50% of decks $4.57
Anointed Procession Anointed Procession
+45% Synergy in 50% of decks $59.78
Mechanized Production Mechanized Production
+45% Synergy in 50% of decks $2.89
Sphere of Safety Sphere of Safety
+45% Synergy in 50% of decks $4.07
Trouble in Pairs Trouble in Pairs
+45% Synergy in 50% of decks $33.39
Imprisoned in the Moon Imprisoned in the Moon
+44% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.35
Ghostly Prison Ghostly Prison
+27% Synergy in 50% of decks $6.53
Smothering Tithe Smothering Tithe
+22% Synergy in 50% of decks $60.08

Planeswalkers

Planeswalkers that work alongside The Second Doctor // Romana II to provide ongoing value and board presence.

The Wanderer The Wanderer
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.42
Jace, the Mind Sculptor Jace, the Mind Sculptor
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $22.36
Ugin, the Ineffable Ugin, the Ineffable
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $2.22

Utility Lands

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

Rivendell Rivendell
+95% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.38
Trenzalore Clocktower Trenzalore Clocktower
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.32
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $47.31
Vesuva Vesuva
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $4.34
Hall of Heliod's Generosity Hall of Heliod's Generosity
+44% Synergy in 50% of decks $10.23
Castle Vantress Castle Vantress
+44% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.34
Temple of the False God Temple of the False God
+42% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.35
Ancient Tomb Ancient Tomb
+41% Synergy in 50% of decks $124.96
Otawara, Soaring City Otawara, Soaring City
+31% Synergy in 50% of decks $29.15
Reliquary Tower Reliquary Tower
+1% Synergy in 50% of decks $2.12

Mana Artifacts

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

Sceptre of Eternal Glory Sceptre of Eternal Glory
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $12.51
Wand of the Worldsoul Wand of the Worldsoul
+49% Synergy in 50% of decks $4.40
Worn Powerstone Worn Powerstone
+47% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.36
Everflowing Chalice Everflowing Chalice
+45% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.47
Gilded Lotus Gilded Lotus
+44% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.05
Thran Dynamo Thran Dynamo
+42% Synergy in 50% of decks $4.32
Midnight Clock Midnight Clock
+41% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.72
Arcane Signet Arcane Signet
+15% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.49
Sol Ring Sol Ring
+12% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.25
Thought Vessel Thought Vessel
+7% Synergy in 50% of decks $1.48
Nyx Lotus Nyx Lotus
+100% Synergy in 100% of decks $4.70

Lands

The mana base foundation for The Second Doctor // Romana II decks, ensuring smooth and reliable mana development.

Flooded Strand Flooded Strand
+70% Synergy in 100% of decks $15.83
Deserted Beach Deserted Beach
+63% Synergy in 100% of decks $1.47
Gallifrey Council Chamber Gallifrey Council Chamber
+50% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.32
Plaza of Heroes Plaza of Heroes
+48% Synergy in 50% of decks $3.59
City of Brass City of Brass
+46% Synergy in 50% of decks $10.80
Mana Confluence Mana Confluence
+46% Synergy in 50% of decks $34.41
Glacial Fortress Glacial Fortress
+42% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.39
Polluted Delta Polluted Delta
+42% Synergy in 50% of decks $21.35
Irrigated Farmland Irrigated Farmland
+28% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.42
Command Tower Command Tower
+14% Synergy in 100% of decks $0.38
Temple of Enlightenment Temple of Enlightenment
+10% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.24
Sea of Clouds Sea of Clouds
+9% Synergy in 50% of decks $6.65
Hallowed Fountain Hallowed Fountain
+4% Synergy in 50% of decks $4.73
Port Town Port Town
+1% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.32
Prairie Stream Prairie Stream
-17% Synergy in 50% of decks $0.42

The Second Doctor // Romana II Deck Stats

Based on 2 The Second Doctor // Romana II decks.

Average Mana Curve nonland cards
Mana valueCards
01
16
214
316
418
56
65
81
101
Card Types in the average deck
98 cards
  • Creature 14
  • Instant 17
  • Sorcery 8
  • Artifact 14
  • Enchantment 12
  • Planeswalker 2
  • Land 31
Card typeCards
Creature14
Instant17
Sorcery8
Artifact14
Enchantment12
Planeswalker2
Land31

Lands: 16 basic, 15 nonbasic

Similar Commanders

The following Commanders share a similar playing style, strategy, or theme like The Second Doctor // Romana II.

Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker Keskit, the Flesh Sculptor Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker // Keskit, the Flesh Sculptor
The Eleventh Doctor Ryan Sinclair The Eleventh Doctor // Ryan Sinclair
The Third Doctor Peri Brown The Third Doctor // Peri Brown
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher Shameless Charlatan Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Shameless Charlatan
The Eleventh Doctor Martha Jones The Eleventh Doctor // Martha Jones
Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator Tymna the Weaver Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator // Tymna the Weaver
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher Cultist of the Absolute Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Cultist of the Absolute
Armix, Filigree Thrasher Francisco, Fowl Marauder Armix, Filigree Thrasher // Francisco, Fowl Marauder
Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher Folk Hero Vhal, Candlekeep Researcher // Folk Hero
Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator Yoshimaru, Ever Faithful Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator // Yoshimaru, Ever Faithful
Francisco, Fowl Marauder Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker Francisco, Fowl Marauder // Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker
The Third Doctor Barbara Wright The Third Doctor // Barbara Wright
Kraum, Ludevic's Opus Tymna the Weaver Kraum, Ludevic's Opus // Tymna the Weaver
The Fifteenth Doctor Vislor Turlough The Fifteenth Doctor // Vislor Turlough
Francisco, Fowl Marauder Tymna the Weaver Francisco, Fowl Marauder // Tymna the Weaver
Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh Silas Renn, Seeker Adept Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh // Silas Renn, Seeker Adept
Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder // Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator
The Fourteenth Doctor Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg The Fourteenth Doctor // Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg
Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker // Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh
Francisco, Fowl Marauder Thrasios, Triton Hero Francisco, Fowl Marauder // Thrasios, Triton Hero
Ghost of Ramirez DePietro Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker Ghost of Ramirez DePietro // Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker
Ghost of Ramirez DePietro Keleth, Sunmane Familiar Ghost of Ramirez DePietro // Keleth, Sunmane Familiar
Ghost of Ramirez DePietro Livio, Oathsworn Sentinel Ghost of Ramirez DePietro // Livio, Oathsworn Sentinel
Ghost of Ramirez DePietro Prava of the Steel Legion Ghost of Ramirez DePietro // Prava of the Steel Legion
Ghost of Ramirez DePietro Radiant, Serra Archangel Ghost of Ramirez DePietro // Radiant, Serra Archangel
Ghost of Ramirez DePietro Yoshimaru, Ever Faithful Ghost of Ramirez DePietro // Yoshimaru, Ever Faithful
The Fourteenth Doctor Nyssa of Traken The Fourteenth Doctor // Nyssa of Traken
The Second Doctor Adric, Mathematical Genius The Second Doctor // Adric, Mathematical Genius
The Second Doctor Barbara Wright The Second Doctor // Barbara Wright
The Second Doctor Clara Oswald The Second Doctor // Clara Oswald
The Second Doctor Jo Grant The Second Doctor // Jo Grant
The Second Doctor K-9, Mark I The Second Doctor // K-9, Mark I
The Second Doctor Martha Jones The Second Doctor // Martha Jones
The Second Doctor Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg The Second Doctor // Nardole, Resourceful Cyborg
The Second Doctor Nyssa of Traken The Second Doctor // Nyssa of Traken
The Second Doctor Peri Brown The Second Doctor // Peri Brown
The Second Doctor Rose Tyler The Second Doctor // Rose Tyler
The Second Doctor Sarah Jane Smith The Second Doctor // Sarah Jane Smith
Livio, Oathsworn Sentinel Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator Livio, Oathsworn Sentinel // Malcolm, Keen-Eyed Navigator
Livio, Oathsworn Sentinel Sakashima of a Thousand Faces Livio, Oathsworn Sentinel // Sakashima of a Thousand Faces