Dakkon Blackblade (Commander) - Core Lands Matter

Arnaud Gompertz
Apr 22, 2026
Three Esper-cially Spicy Brews
On this edition of Branching Out, Arnaud digs into some underplayed Commander brews for the Esper color combination.
Deck Filters
Cardsphere
Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Erode
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Blackblade Reforged
92%inclusion24 decks26 decks
90%synergy
Walking Atlas
88%inclusion23 decks26 decks
88%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
92%inclusion24 decks26 decks
85%synergy
Burnished Hart
81%inclusion21 decks26 decks
78%synergy
Dakkon, Shadow Slayer
77%inclusion20 decks26 decks
75%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
85%inclusion22 decks26 decks
71%synergy
Kor Cartographer
69%inclusion18 decks26 decks
69%synergy
Sword of the Animist
69%inclusion18 decks26 decks
65%synergy
Dreamscape Artist
62%inclusion16 decks26 decks
61%synergy
Expedition Map
62%inclusion16 decks26 decks
60%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
69%inclusion18 decks26 decks
45%synergy
Path to Exile
62%inclusion16 decks26 decks
19%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
58%inclusion15 decks26 decks
-10%synergy
Sun Titan
58%inclusion15 decks26 decks
50%synergy
Scaretiller
58%inclusion15 decks26 decks
57%synergy
Felidar Retreat
50%inclusion13 decks26 decks
48%synergy
Void Rend
50%inclusion13 decks26 decks
15%synergy
Navigation Orb
50%inclusion13 decks26 decks
50%synergy
Ob Nixilis, the Fallen
46%inclusion12 decks26 decks
46%synergy
Baleful Strix
46%inclusion12 decks26 decks
25%synergy
Game Changers
Field of the Dead
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Creatures
Deep Gnome Terramancer
46%inclusion12 decks26 decks
44%synergy
Herald of Leshrac
42%inclusion11 decks26 decks
42%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
38%inclusion10 decks26 decks
37%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
38%inclusion10 decks26 decks
34%synergy
Emeria Angel
38%inclusion10 decks26 decks
38%synergy
Scampering Surveyor
35%inclusion9 decks26 decks
34%synergy
Ruin Ghost
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
31%synergy
Cosima, God of the Voyage
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
30%synergy
Iridescent Vinelasher
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
31%synergy
Roil Elemental
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
31%synergy
Oblivion Sower
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
31%synergy
Korlash, Heir to Blackblade
27%inclusion7 decks26 decks
27%synergy
Canoptek Wraith
27%inclusion7 decks26 decks
27%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
27%inclusion7 decks26 decks
22%synergy
PuPu UFO
26%inclusion5 decks19 decks
26%synergy
Emeria Shepherd
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
23%synergy
Tameshi, Reality Architect
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
22%synergy
Witch Enchanter
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
12%synergy
Admonition Angel
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
19%synergy
Sire of Stagnation
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
18%synergy
Trophy Mage
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
15%synergy
Glyph Elemental
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
15%synergy
Keeper of the Accord
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
14%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
13%synergy
Verge Rangers
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
14%synergy
Tribute Mage
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
14%synergy
Dauntless Scrapbot
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
12%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Meloku the Clouded Mirror
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Mother of Runes
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
9%synergy
Pilgrim's Eye
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Boggart Trawler
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
8%synergy
General's Enforcer
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Trove Warden
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Loyal Warhound
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Patron of the Moon
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
9%synergy
Squall, SeeD Mercenary
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
6%synergy
Claim Jumper
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Wonder
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
3%synergy
Canyon Jerboa
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Roil Cartographer
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Kamiz, Obscura Oculus
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Giver of Runes
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Thassa, God of the Sea
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Tiller Engine
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Hedron Crab
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
The Reality Chip
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Windborn Muse
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Instants
Counterspell
35%inclusion9 decks26 decks
-7%synergy
Fact or Fiction
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
27%synergy
Sphinx's Revelation
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
28%synergy
Anguished Unmaking
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Arcane Denial
27%inclusion7 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
23%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
21%synergy
Negate
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
3%synergy
Tainted Strike
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
19%synergy
Fell the Profane
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Dovin's Veto
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
-11%synergy
Brainstorm
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
-1%synergy
Divert Disaster
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
12%synergy
Hagra Mauling
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
10%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
-16%synergy
Mysteries of the Deep
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
12%synergy
Swan Song
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
-8%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Silundi Vision
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Sink into Stupor
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
-1%synergy
Pull from Tomorrow
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Despark
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
-4%synergy
Waterlogged Teachings
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Earthshape
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Sandbenders' Storm
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Kabira Takedown
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Drown in the Loch
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Thirst for Discovery
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Return to Dust
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
4%synergy
Settle the Wreckage
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Abstruse Appropriation
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Supernatural Stamina
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Beyeen Veil
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Dawn Charm
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Planar Incision
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Surge of Salvation
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Utter End
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
1%synergy
Narset's Reversal
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Esper Charm
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Mortify
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-1%synergy
Generous Gift
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-6%synergy
Emergency Eject
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
6%synergy
Sorceries
Profane Tutor
35%inclusion9 decks26 decks
33%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
22%synergy
Lórien Revealed
27%inclusion7 decks26 decks
25%synergy
Single Combat
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
22%synergy
Toxic Deluge
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
3%synergy
Time Wipe
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
13%synergy
Vindicate
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Damn
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
-1%synergy
Supreme Verdict
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
1%synergy
Windfall
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
2%synergy
Austere Command
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Open the Armory
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
12%synergy
Read the Bones
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Painful Truths
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
9%synergy
Tragic Arrogance
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Planar Outburst
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Day of Black Sun
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Gift of Estates
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Divine Reckoning
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Mandate of Abaddon
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Merciless Eviction
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Feed the Swarm
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Debt to the Deathless
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Ruinous Path
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Finale of Revelation
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Planar Birth
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Night's Whisper
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Preordain
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
3%synergy
Beseech the Queen
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Compulsive Research
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Zof Consumption
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Scrounge for Eternity
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
6%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Sword of Hearth and Home
46%inclusion12 decks26 decks
44%synergy
Lightning Greaves
42%inclusion11 decks26 decks
20%synergy
Seer's Sundial
38%inclusion10 decks26 decks
38%synergy
Explorer's Scope
35%inclusion9 decks26 decks
34%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
35%inclusion9 decks26 decks
33%synergy
Thaumatic Compass
35%inclusion9 decks26 decks
34%synergy
Crucible of Worlds
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
30%synergy
Realmbreaker, the Invasion Tree
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
30%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
30%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
27%inclusion7 decks26 decks
26%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
22%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
21%synergy
Ghirapur Orrery
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
23%synergy
Haunted Cloak
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
19%synergy
Mask of Riddles
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
17%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
18%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
14%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
18%synergy
Leyline Axe
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
14%synergy
Shadowspear
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
12%synergy
Champion's Helm
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
14%synergy
Mask of Griselbrand
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
15%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Basilisk Collar
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
14%synergy
Hithlain Rope
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Vorrac Battlehorns
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Eternity Vessel
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
World Map
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
10%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Lashwrithe
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Adventuring Gear
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Mithril Coat
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
4%synergy
Moonsilver Key
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Thran Power Suit
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Nightmare Lash
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Mirage Mirror
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Mind's Eye
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
The Key to the Vault
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Horn of Greed
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Fireshrieker
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Darksteel Plate
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Mobile Homestead
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Rings of Brighthearth
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Pendant of Prosperity
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
6%synergy
The Dominion Bracelet
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
6%synergy
Enchantments
Retreat to Coralhelm
46%inclusion12 decks26 decks
46%synergy
Copy Land
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
30%synergy
Retreat to Emeria
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
31%synergy
Propaganda
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
2%synergy
Retreat to Hagra
27%inclusion7 decks26 decks
27%synergy
Ghostly Prison
27%inclusion7 decks26 decks
4%synergy
Glasswing Grace
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
16%synergy
Steel of the Godhead
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
12%synergy
Ior Ruin Expedition
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
15%synergy
Phyrexian Arena
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
1%synergy
Quest for the Necropolis
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Profane Procession
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Oubliette
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
10%synergy
Search for Azcanta
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
2%synergy
Blanket of Night
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Soul Stair Expedition
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
1%synergy
Mystic Remora
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-13%synergy
Kaya's Ghostform
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
5%synergy
The Restoration of Eiganjo
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Land Tax
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
2%synergy
Planeswalkers
Gideon Blackblade
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
23%synergy
Liliana of the Dark Realms
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Venser, the Sojourner
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
65%inclusion17 decks26 decks
56%synergy
Terrain Generator
50%inclusion13 decks26 decks
50%synergy
Bojuka Bog
38%inclusion10 decks26 decks
12%synergy
Temple of the False God
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Shizo, Death's Storehouse
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
13%synergy
Maze of Ith
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
13%synergy
Celestial Colonnade
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
15%synergy
Restless Anchorage
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
14%synergy
Reliquary Tower
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
-19%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Creeping Tar Pit
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
10%synergy
Soulstone Sanctuary
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Sejiri Steppe
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Shambling Vent
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Thespian's Stage
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
-8%synergy
Restless Reef
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Mortuary Mire
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Tolaria West
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
The Black Gate
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Maze's End
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Cabal Coffers
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
4%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
3%synergy
Basilisk Gate
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Thran Portal
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Academy Ruins
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
1%synergy
Takenuma, Abandoned Mire
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
1%synergy
Dark Depths
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Vault of the Archangel
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
1%synergy
Field of Ruin
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Baldur's Gate
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
62%inclusion16 decks26 decks
-28%synergy
Arcane Signet
54%inclusion14 decks26 decks
-34%synergy
Fellwar Stone
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
-10%synergy
Talisman of Dominance
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
-31%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
3%synergy
Mind Stone
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
3%synergy
Weather Maker
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Lantern of Revealing
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Talisman of Progress
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
-32%synergy
Talisman of Hierarchy
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
-33%synergy
Commander's Sphere
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-10%synergy
Decanter of Endless Water
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
0%synergy
Thought Vessel
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-17%synergy
Azorius Signet
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
-23%synergy
Lands
Swamp
100%inclusion26 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Island
100%inclusion26 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion26 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Command Tower
77%inclusion20 decks26 decks
-16%synergy
Myriad Landscape
65%inclusion17 decks26 decks
58%synergy
Arcane Sanctum
54%inclusion14 decks26 decks
0%synergy
Azorius Chancery
46%inclusion12 decks26 decks
33%synergy
Dimir Aqueduct
38%inclusion10 decks26 decks
25%synergy
Raffine's Tower
38%inclusion10 decks26 decks
-2%synergy
Orzhov Basilica
35%inclusion9 decks26 decks
20%synergy
Sunken Hollow
35%inclusion9 decks26 decks
-5%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
15%synergy
Contaminated Landscape
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
17%synergy
Prairie Stream
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
-10%synergy
Godless Shrine
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
-21%synergy
Evolving Wilds
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
-20%synergy
Exotic Orchard
27%inclusion7 decks26 decks
-32%synergy
Isolated Chapel
27%inclusion7 decks26 decks
-14%synergy
Polluted Delta
27%inclusion7 decks26 decks
-11%synergy
Glacial Fortress
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
-19%synergy
Drowned Catacomb
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
-15%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
21%synergy
Flooded Strand
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
-15%synergy
Obscura Storefront
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
14%synergy
Witch Enchanter
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
12%synergy
Glasswing Grace
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
16%synergy
Horizon of Progress
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
18%synergy
Watery Grave
19%inclusion5 decks26 decks
-32%synergy
Fell the Profane
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
7%synergy
Fabled Passage
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Urza's Cave
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
14%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
13%synergy
Dimir Guildgate
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
14%synergy
Esper Panorama
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
12%synergy
Underground River
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
-19%synergy
Azorius Guildgate
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
14%synergy
Marsh Flats
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
-21%synergy
Hagra Mauling
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
10%synergy
Brightclimb Pathway
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Clearwater Pathway
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Caves of Koilos
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
-24%synergy
Mistvault Bridge
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
5%synergy
Ice Tunnel
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
11%synergy
Hengegate Pathway
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Sea of Clouds
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
-23%synergy
Orzhov Guildgate
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
10%synergy
Boggart Trawler
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Snowfield Sinkhole
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
10%synergy
Demolition Field
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
7%synergy