Dakkon Blackblade (Commander) - Upgraded Voltron

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
Blackblade Reforged
95%inclusion21 decks22 decks
93%synergy
Sword of the Animist
82%inclusion18 decks22 decks
77%synergy
Dakkon, Shadow Slayer
77%inclusion17 decks22 decks
75%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
68%inclusion15 decks22 decks
61%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
73%inclusion16 decks22 decks
59%synergy
Walking Atlas
59%inclusion13 decks22 decks
59%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
52%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
49%synergy
Expedition Map
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
49%synergy
Felidar Retreat
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
48%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
68%inclusion15 decks22 decks
44%synergy
Counterspell
68%inclusion15 decks22 decks
26%synergy
Void Rend
59%inclusion13 decks22 decks
24%synergy
Sun Titan
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
46%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
-18%synergy
Land Tax
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
44%synergy
Crucible of Worlds
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
45%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
37%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
45%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
40%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Teferi's Protection
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Farewell
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Demonic Tutor
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-7%synergy
Vampiric Tutor
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-3%synergy
Field of the Dead
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Bolas's Citadel
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
0%synergy
Rhystic Study
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-22%synergy
Mystical Tutor
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Creatures
Emeria Angel
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
45%synergy
Herald of Leshrac
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
45%synergy
The Reality Chip
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
38%synergy
Kor Cartographer
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
40%synergy
Dreamscape Artist
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
40%synergy
Burnished Hart
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
38%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
33%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
32%synergy
Scaretiller
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
36%synergy
Korlash, Heir to Blackblade
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
32%synergy
Ob Nixilis, the Fallen
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
32%synergy
Keeper of the Accord
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
31%synergy
Baleful Strix
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Trove Warden
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
23%synergy
Tribute Mage
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
21%synergy
Deep Gnome Terramancer
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
21%synergy
Dauntless Scrapbot
22%inclusion4 decks18 decks
22%synergy
Emeria Shepherd
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Cosima, God of the Voyage
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Admonition Angel
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Oblivion Sower
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
PuPu UFO
17%inclusion3 decks18 decks
16%synergy
Witch Enchanter
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Trophy Mage
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Claim Jumper
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Lion Sash
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Scampering Surveyor
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Blade of the Oni
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Roil Elemental
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Patron of the Moon
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Mondo Gecko
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Wonder
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Mindblade Render
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Mulldrifter
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Angel of the Ruins
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Éowyn, Lady of Rohan
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Scholar of New Horizons
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Glyph Elemental
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Iridescent Vinelasher
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Esper Sentinel
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-18%synergy
Tomik, Distinguished Advokist
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Oreskos Explorer
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Tameshi, Reality Architect
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Grand Abolisher
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Eagles of the North
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Sand Scout
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Jin Sakai, Ghost of Tsushima
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Instants
Path to Exile
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Anguished Unmaking
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Fact or Fiction
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
28%synergy
Arcane Denial
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Despark
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Fell the Profane
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Dovin's Veto
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-8%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Frantic Search
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Negate
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-3%synergy
Brainstorm
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-3%synergy
Mana Drain
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-4%synergy
Rewind
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Mortify
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Hero's Downfall
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Drown in the Loch
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Sapphire Charm
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Tithe
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Blue Sun's Zenith
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Miscalculation
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Infernal Grasp
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Disenchant
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Blood Pact
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Swan Song
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-11%synergy
Esper Charm
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Brought Back
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Overkill
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
3%synergy
Divert Disaster
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Profane Tutor
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
40%synergy
Open the Armory
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
28%synergy
Toxic Deluge
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Austere Command
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Gift of Estates
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Fabricate
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Single Combat
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Damn
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-7%synergy
Diabolic Tutor
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Winds of Abandon
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Vindicate
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Lórien Revealed
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Wrath of God
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Planar Birth
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Night's Whisper
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Tragic Arrogance
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Painful Truths
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Fated Clash
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Spirit Water Revival
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Lightning Greaves
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
23%synergy
Explorer's Scope
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
40%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
39%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
40%synergy
Mithril Coat
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
28%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
31%synergy
Realmbreaker, the Invasion Tree
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
27%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
25%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Thaumatic Compass
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
27%synergy
Haunted Cloak
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Shadowspear
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Leyline Axe
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
18%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Fireshrieker
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Mirran Safehouse
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Thran Power Suit
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Chariot of Victory
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Horn of Greed
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Assault Suit
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Helm of the Host
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Batterskull
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Sword of Body and Mind
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Navigation Orb
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
10%synergy
The Regalia
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
10%synergy
World Map
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
10%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Lashwrithe
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Adventuring Gear
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Crawlspace
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Armillary Sphere
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Traveler's Amulet
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Plate Armor
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
The Key to the Vault
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Blade of Selves
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Rings of Brighthearth
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Ghirapur Orrery
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Hero's Blade
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Enchantments
Phyrexian Arena
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Steel of the Godhead
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
24%synergy
Retreat to Coralhelm
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
27%synergy
Mystic Remora
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Aqueous Form
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Forge Anew
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Retreat to Hagra
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Retreat to Emeria
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Trade Routes
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Dragon Wings
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
All That Glitters
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Unfulfilled Desires
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Kaya's Ghostform
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Ghostly Prison
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-13%synergy
Propaganda
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-19%synergy
Search for Azcanta
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Copy Land
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
45%synergy
Terrain Generator
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
45%synergy
Bojuka Bog
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
19%synergy
Cabal Coffers
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Temple of the False God
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Shizo, Death's Storehouse
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Maze of Ith
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Inventors' Fair
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Command Beacon
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Academy Ruins
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
9%synergy
Ghost Town
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Roadside Reliquary
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Lotus Field
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Arid Archway
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Ghost Quarter
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Reliquary Tower
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-25%synergy
Dark Depths
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Emeria, the Sky Ruin
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Strip Mine
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Takenuma, Abandoned Mire
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Susur Secundi, Void Altar
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
5%synergy
Uthros, Titanic Godcore
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
2%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
68%inclusion15 decks22 decks
-22%synergy
Arcane Signet
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
-42%synergy
Fellwar Stone
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
-6%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Thought Vessel
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-7%synergy
Commander's Sphere
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-9%synergy
Dimir Signet
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-21%synergy
Orzhov Signet
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-23%synergy
Azorius Signet
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-21%synergy
The Eternity Elevator
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Swamp
100%inclusion22 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion22 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Island
100%inclusion22 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Command Tower
77%inclusion17 decks22 decks
-15%synergy
Marsh Flats
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
19%synergy
Polluted Delta
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Flooded Strand
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Myriad Landscape
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
42%synergy
Raffine's Tower
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Godless Shrine
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
-1%synergy
Watery Grave
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
-1%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
-1%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
21%synergy
Contaminated Landscape
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
23%synergy
Prairie Stream
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
-4%synergy
Sunken Hollow
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
-3%synergy
Evolving Wilds
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Fabled Passage
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
24%synergy
Exotic Orchard
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
-27%synergy
Arcane Sanctum
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
-22%synergy
Orzhov Basilica
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Dimir Aqueduct
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Azorius Chancery
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Morphic Pool
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-11%synergy
Scrubland
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Tundra
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Fell the Profane
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Underground Sea
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Horizon of Progress
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Esper Panorama
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Prismatic Vista
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Witch Enchanter
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Fetid Heath
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Sea of Clouds
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-21%synergy
Isolated Chapel
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-28%synergy
Demolition Field
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Tainted Isle
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Glacial Fortress
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-33%synergy
Misty Rainforest
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Shadowy Backstreet
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-4%synergy
Windswept Heath
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
0%synergy
Fetid Pools
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Caves of Koilos
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-27%synergy
Irrigated Farmland
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Urza's Cave
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Dismal Backwater
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Snow-Covered Island
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy