Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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If you're getting into cEDH, knowing what cards to buy first can save you hundreds of dollars, and make your decks way more competitive.

In this cEDH buyer’s guide, I break down the S-tier staples you should prioritize first, why they matter, and how they impact your ability to win games at a competitive table. Whether you're building your first competitive EDH deck or upgrading an existing list, this guide will help you make the right purchases.

These are the cards that show up across the best decks in the format—and buying them in the right order makes a huge difference.

Let me know in the comments: what card do you think is the MOST important cEDH staple?

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Chapters
0:00 - Intro
1:34 - The Tiers
2:57 - Lands and Rocks
7:42 - Blue Staples
8:54 - Other Color Staples
12:02 - Deck Specific Cards
15:58 - Fringe and Traps
18:04 - $1000 Buy In
22:26 - Wrap-up