Joshua Rosfield // Torgal, Clive's Companion (Commander) - Upgraded

Original Name:

Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh // Yoshimaru, Ever FaithfulRograkh, Son of Rohgahh // Yoshimaru, Ever Faithful

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Jonathan Zucchetti
Nov 20, 2025
The Best Commander From Every Year of the 2000s
With 2025 drawing to a close, let's take a look back at this quarter century and pick out the best commanders from each year.
Deck Filters
Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Momo, Playful Pet
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
The Duke, Rebel Sentry
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Suki, Courageous Rescuer
4.3%inclusion1 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Jet, Rebel Leader
4.3%inclusion1 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Airbender Ascension
4.2%inclusion1 decks24 decks
3%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Norin the Wary
78%inclusion98 decks126 decks
76%synergy
Mines of Moria
78%inclusion98 decks126 decks
73%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
78%inclusion98 decks126 decks
72%synergy
Urza's Ruinous Blast
72%inclusion91 decks126 decks
70%synergy
Minas Tirith
80%inclusion101 decks126 decks
66%synergy
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
76%inclusion96 decks126 decks
66%synergy
Merry, Esquire of Rohan
68%inclusion86 decks126 decks
63%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
76%inclusion96 decks126 decks
63%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
69%inclusion87 decks126 decks
62%synergy
Keleth, Sunmane Familiar
63%inclusion79 decks126 decks
60%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
77%inclusion97 decks126 decks
11%synergy
Shadowspear
64%inclusion81 decks126 decks
54%synergy
Teshar, Ancestor's Apostle
63%inclusion79 decks126 decks
58%synergy
Path to Exile
63%inclusion79 decks126 decks
6%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
60%inclusion76 decks126 decks
54%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
59%inclusion74 decks126 decks
51%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
58%inclusion73 decks126 decks
45%synergy
Kari Zev, Skyship Raider
57%inclusion72 decks126 decks
56%synergy
The Ozolith
54%inclusion68 decks126 decks
51%synergy
Sword of the Animist
54%inclusion68 decks126 decks
35%synergy
Game Changers
Teferi's Protection
30%inclusion38 decks126 decks
13%synergy
The One Ring
24%inclusion30 decks126 decks
18%synergy
Jeska's Will
23%inclusion29 decks126 decks
7%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
19%inclusion24 decks126 decks
3%synergy
Smothering Tithe
11%inclusion14 decks126 decks
-9%synergy
Creatures
Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion
50%inclusion63 decks126 decks
45%synergy
Venat, Heart of Hydaelyn
50%inclusion39 decks78 decks
48%synergy
Odric, Lunarch Marshal
49%inclusion62 decks126 decks
43%synergy
Phelia, Exuberant Shepherd
48%inclusion60 decks125 decks
45%synergy
Arbaaz Mir
47%inclusion59 decks125 decks
43%synergy
Gimli of the Glittering Caves
40%inclusion51 decks126 decks
39%synergy
Esper Sentinel
38%inclusion48 decks126 decks
13%synergy
Boromir, Warden of the Tower
34%inclusion43 decks126 decks
27%synergy
Kassandra, Eagle Bearer
33%inclusion41 decks125 decks
30%synergy
Kytheon, Hero of Akros
33%inclusion41 decks126 decks
32%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
33%inclusion41 decks126 decks
13%synergy
Bastion Protector
33%inclusion41 decks126 decks
25%synergy
Senu, Keen-Eyed Protector
32%inclusion40 decks125 decks
31%synergy
Zack Fair
32%inclusion27 decks85 decks
28%synergy
Urdnan, Dromoka Warrior
31%inclusion38 decks124 decks
30%synergy
Inti, Seneschal of the Sun
29%inclusion37 decks126 decks
26%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
29%inclusion36 decks126 decks
15%synergy
Isamaru, Hound of Konda
29%inclusion36 decks126 decks
28%synergy
Goro-Goro, Disciple of Ryusei
27%inclusion34 decks126 decks
25%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
26%inclusion33 decks126 decks
8%synergy
Gandalf the White
25%inclusion32 decks126 decks
24%synergy
Éowyn, Fearless Knight
25%inclusion32 decks126 decks
21%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
25%inclusion31 decks126 decks
14%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
25%inclusion31 decks126 decks
18%synergy
Eight-and-a-Half-Tails
24%inclusion30 decks126 decks
23%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
23%inclusion29 decks126 decks
17%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
22%inclusion28 decks126 decks
14%synergy
Hope of Ghirapur
22%inclusion28 decks126 decks
19%synergy
Glóin, Dwarf Emissary
22%inclusion28 decks126 decks
19%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
22%inclusion19 decks86 decks
14%synergy
Mabel, Heir to Cragflame
21%inclusion26 decks126 decks
20%synergy
Thalia, Heretic Cathar
20%inclusion25 decks126 decks
15%synergy
Iroas, God of Victory
20%inclusion25 decks126 decks
10%synergy
Norin, Swift Survivalist
19%inclusion23 decks124 decks
17%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
18%inclusion23 decks126 decks
7%synergy
Freya Crescent
18%inclusion15 decks84 decks
12%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
17%inclusion22 decks126 decks
5%synergy
Lightning, Army of One
17%inclusion15 decks86 decks
12%synergy
Zurgo Bellstriker
17%inclusion21 decks126 decks
16%synergy
Baird, Argivian Recruiter
16%inclusion20 decks126 decks
12%synergy
Mother of Runes
16%inclusion20 decks126 decks
3%synergy
Araña, Heart of the Spider
16%inclusion7 decks45 decks
14%synergy
Cadric, Soul Kindler
15%inclusion19 decks126 decks
14%synergy
Djeru and Hazoret
14%inclusion18 decks126 decks
13%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
14%inclusion18 decks126 decks
7%synergy
Adeline, Resplendent Cathar
13%inclusion17 decks126 decks
5%synergy
Thalia, Guardian of Thraben
13%inclusion17 decks126 decks
9%synergy
Anafenza, Kin-Tree Spirit
13%inclusion17 decks126 decks
13%synergy
Elena, Turk Recruit
13%inclusion11 decks85 decks
12%synergy
Kellan, Planar Trailblazer
13%inclusion16 decks124 decks
12%synergy
Instants
Boros Charm
45%inclusion57 decks126 decks
-4%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
38%inclusion48 decks126 decks
19%synergy
Chaos Warp
37%inclusion46 decks126 decks
5%synergy
Generous Gift
33%inclusion42 decks126 decks
-2%synergy
Akroma's Will
33%inclusion41 decks126 decks
21%synergy
Legion Leadership
30%inclusion37 decks125 decks
12%synergy
Deflecting Swat
29%inclusion37 decks126 decks
14%synergy
Wear // Tear
24%inclusion30 decks126 decks
2%synergy
Restoration Magic
15%inclusion12 decks79 decks
6%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
14%inclusion18 decks125 decks
8%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
13%inclusion17 decks126 decks
-4%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
13%inclusion16 decks126 decks
4%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
10%inclusion13 decks126 decks
8%synergy
Dawn's Truce
10%inclusion12 decks125 decks
-1%synergy
Clever Concealment
10%inclusion12 decks126 decks
2%synergy
Reprieve
10%inclusion12 decks126 decks
1%synergy
Loran's Escape
8.7%inclusion11 decks126 decks
1%synergy
Lightning Bolt
8.7%inclusion11 decks126 decks
-2%synergy
Surge of Salvation
8.7%inclusion11 decks126 decks
5%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
8.7%inclusion11 decks126 decks
6%synergy
Flare of Duplication
8.0%inclusion10 decks125 decks
6%synergy
Mana Tithe
7.9%inclusion10 decks126 decks
5%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
7.9%inclusion10 decks126 decks
5%synergy
Deflecting Palm
7.1%inclusion9 decks126 decks
-11%synergy
Valakut Awakening
7.1%inclusion9 decks126 decks
1%synergy
Dispatch
6.3%inclusion8 decks126 decks
-8%synergy
Pyroblast
6.3%inclusion8 decks126 decks
2%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
5.6%inclusion7 decks124 decks
-6%synergy
Ephemerate
5.6%inclusion7 decks126 decks
-1%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
5.6%inclusion7 decks126 decks
-1%synergy
Abrade
5.6%inclusion7 decks126 decks
-8%synergy
Sorceries
Blasphemous Act
31%inclusion39 decks126 decks
-2%synergy
Vandalblast
25%inclusion32 decks126 decks
10%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
24%inclusion30 decks126 decks
11%synergy
Open the Armory
17%inclusion22 decks126 decks
3%synergy
Faithless Looting
17%inclusion21 decks126 decks
0%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
16%inclusion20 decks126 decks
11%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
13%inclusion16 decks126 decks
1%synergy
Search for Glory
13%inclusion16 decks126 decks
12%synergy
Sundering Eruption
11%inclusion14 decks125 decks
6%synergy
Austere Command
10%inclusion13 decks126 decks
-6%synergy
Slash the Ranks
10%inclusion13 decks126 decks
7%synergy
Farewell
10%inclusion12 decks126 decks
-2%synergy
Wrath of God
5.6%inclusion7 decks126 decks
0%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Embercleave
51%inclusion64 decks126 decks
43%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
51%inclusion64 decks126 decks
37%synergy
Mithril Coat
50%inclusion63 decks126 decks
39%synergy
Luxior, Giada's Gift
42%inclusion53 decks126 decks
41%synergy
The Spear of Leonidas
42%inclusion52 decks125 decks
37%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
38%inclusion48 decks126 decks
-6%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
35%inclusion44 decks126 decks
25%synergy
Tarrian's Soulcleaver
32%inclusion40 decks126 decks
28%synergy
The Seriema
31%inclusion23 decks75 decks
29%synergy
Lost Jitte
28%inclusion35 decks125 decks
26%synergy
Heroes' Podium
28%inclusion35 decks126 decks
27%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
25%inclusion32 decks126 decks
16%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
25%inclusion31 decks125 decks
18%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
24%inclusion30 decks125 decks
17%synergy
Mirror of Galadriel
24%inclusion30 decks126 decks
23%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
23%inclusion29 decks126 decks
21%synergy
Commander's Plate
23%inclusion29 decks126 decks
17%synergy
Eater of Virtue
22%inclusion28 decks126 decks
21%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
20%inclusion17 decks85 decks
17%synergy
Horn of the Mark
18%inclusion23 decks126 decks
17%synergy
Andúril, Narsil Reforged
18%inclusion23 decks126 decks
16%synergy
Lightning Greaves
18%inclusion23 decks126 decks
-10%synergy
Skullclamp
15%inclusion19 decks126 decks
0%synergy
Stone of Erech
13%inclusion17 decks126 decks
13%synergy
Conformer Shuriken
13%inclusion11 decks85 decks
11%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
13%inclusion16 decks125 decks
6%synergy
Bessie, the Doctor's Roadster
11%inclusion14 decks126 decks
11%synergy
Sting, the Glinting Dagger
11%inclusion14 decks126 decks
8%synergy
Tome of Legends
11%inclusion14 decks126 decks
7%synergy
Andúril, Flame of the West
11%inclusion14 decks126 decks
9%synergy
Basilisk Collar
11%inclusion14 decks126 decks
-3%synergy
Tenza, Godo's Maul
11%inclusion14 decks126 decks
10%synergy
Crown of Gondor
10%inclusion13 decks126 decks
10%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
10%inclusion12 decks126 decks
-1%synergy
Oketra's Monument
8.7%inclusion11 decks126 decks
4%synergy
Colossus Hammer
8.7%inclusion11 decks126 decks
-3%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
8.7%inclusion11 decks126 decks
2%synergy
Champion's Helm
8.7%inclusion11 decks126 decks
5%synergy
Mask of Memory
7.9%inclusion10 decks126 decks
0%synergy
Mjölnir, Storm Hammer
7.2%inclusion9 decks125 decks
6%synergy
Agatha's Soul Cauldron
7.1%inclusion9 decks126 decks
6%synergy
Hero's Blade
7.1%inclusion9 decks126 decks
4%synergy
Hazoret's Monument
7.1%inclusion9 decks126 decks
6%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
6.3%inclusion8 decks126 decks
1%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
6.3%inclusion8 decks126 decks
0%synergy
Brass's Tunnel-Grinder
6.3%inclusion8 decks126 decks
3%synergy
Cloudstone Curio
6.3%inclusion8 decks126 decks
6%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
5.6%inclusion7 decks126 decks
-2%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
5.6%inclusion7 decks126 decks
1%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
5.6%inclusion7 decks126 decks
0%synergy
Enchantments
Flaming Fist
52%inclusion65 decks126 decks
49%synergy
Guild Artisan
48%inclusion60 decks126 decks
46%synergy
Tavern Brawler
40%inclusion51 decks126 decks
39%synergy
Noble Heritage
35%inclusion44 decks126 decks
33%synergy
Legion's Landing
32%inclusion40 decks126 decks
30%synergy
Day of Destiny
31%inclusion39 decks126 decks
30%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
22%inclusion28 decks126 decks
9%synergy
Commander's Insignia
17%inclusion21 decks126 decks
16%synergy
Tocasia's Welcome
16%inclusion20 decks126 decks
9%synergy
Rising of the Day
15%inclusion19 decks126 decks
10%synergy
Fighter Class
13%inclusion16 decks126 decks
1%synergy
Land Tax
13%inclusion16 decks126 decks
2%synergy
Far Traveler
12%inclusion15 decks126 decks
11%synergy
Forge Anew
10%inclusion12 decks126 decks
-1%synergy
Veteran Soldier
10%inclusion12 decks126 decks
9%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
8.7%inclusion11 decks126 decks
0%synergy
Popular Entertainer
7.9%inclusion10 decks126 decks
7%synergy
On Serra's Wings
7.9%inclusion10 decks126 decks
6%synergy
Super State
7.0%inclusion5 decks71 decks
5%synergy
All That Glitters
6.3%inclusion8 decks126 decks
-2%synergy
War of the Last Alliance
6.3%inclusion8 decks126 decks
6%synergy
Resourceful Defense
5.6%inclusion7 decks126 decks
4%synergy
Warleader's Call
5.6%inclusion7 decks126 decks
-7%synergy
Search for Dagger
5.1%inclusion2 decks39 decks
5%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
40%inclusion51 decks126 decks
39%synergy
Elspeth Resplendent
13%inclusion16 decks126 decks
12%synergy
The Wandering Emperor
12%inclusion15 decks126 decks
11%synergy
The Eternal Wanderer
7.9%inclusion10 decks126 decks
6%synergy
Archangel Elspeth
6.3%inclusion8 decks126 decks
5%synergy
Ajani, Caller of the Pride
6.3%inclusion8 decks126 decks
5%synergy
Basri Ket
6.3%inclusion8 decks126 decks
5%synergy
Gideon Blackblade
5.6%inclusion7 decks126 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Eiganjo Castle
62%inclusion78 decks126 decks
60%synergy
Shinka, the Bloodsoaked Keep
60%inclusion75 decks126 decks
57%synergy
Kher Keep
46%inclusion58 decks126 decks
39%synergy
Geier Reach Sanitarium
45%inclusion57 decks126 decks
43%synergy
Mikokoro, Center of the Sea
44%inclusion55 decks126 decks
42%synergy
Hammerheim
33%inclusion41 decks126 decks
32%synergy
Rogue's Passage
29%inclusion36 decks126 decks
-4%synergy
Inventors' Fair
27%inclusion34 decks126 decks
18%synergy
Kor Haven
25%inclusion32 decks126 decks
24%synergy
Shivan Gorge
22%inclusion28 decks126 decks
21%synergy
Monumental Henge
21%inclusion26 decks125 decks
15%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
21%inclusion26 decks126 decks
18%synergy
Urza's Saga
21%inclusion26 decks126 decks
11%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
20%inclusion25 decks126 decks
18%synergy
Untaidake, the Cloud Keeper
14%inclusion18 decks126 decks
14%synergy
Hall of the Bandit Lord
14%inclusion18 decks126 decks
14%synergy
Tyrite Sanctum
13%inclusion17 decks126 decks
12%synergy
Great Hall of the Citadel
13%inclusion16 decks126 decks
12%synergy
Arena of Glory
8.0%inclusion10 decks125 decks
-2%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
7.9%inclusion10 decks126 decks
-15%synergy
Clive's Hideaway
7.5%inclusion6 decks80 decks
7%synergy
Gods' Eye, Gate to the Reikai
7.1%inclusion9 decks126 decks
7%synergy
War Room
6.3%inclusion8 decks126 decks
-4%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
5.6%inclusion7 decks126 decks
-13%synergy
Keldon Necropolis
5.6%inclusion7 decks126 decks
5%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
77%inclusion97 decks126 decks
-8%synergy
Mox Amber
58%inclusion73 decks126 decks
53%synergy
Arcane Signet
57%inclusion72 decks126 decks
-23%synergy
Relic of Legends
42%inclusion53 decks126 decks
40%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
34%inclusion43 decks126 decks
-18%synergy
Boros Signet
32%inclusion40 decks126 decks
-21%synergy
The Irencrag
21%inclusion26 decks126 decks
18%synergy
Mox Opal
14%inclusion18 decks126 decks
10%synergy
The Aetherspark
14%inclusion17 decks121 decks
11%synergy
Honor-Worn Shaku
13%inclusion17 decks126 decks
13%synergy
Springleaf Drum
8.7%inclusion11 decks126 decks
7%synergy
Commander's Sphere
7.1%inclusion9 decks126 decks
-9%synergy
Paradise Mantle
6.3%inclusion8 decks126 decks
5%synergy
Phial of Galadriel
5.6%inclusion7 decks126 decks
5%synergy
Lotus Petal
5.6%inclusion7 decks126 decks
1%synergy
Mind Stone
5.6%inclusion7 decks126 decks
-21%synergy
Lands
Plains
94%inclusion118 decks126 decks
-4%synergy
Mountain
89%inclusion112 decks126 decks
-9%synergy
Command Tower
83%inclusion104 decks126 decks
-3%synergy
Battlefield Forge
70%inclusion88 decks126 decks
14%synergy
Sacred Foundry
65%inclusion82 decks126 decks
21%synergy
The Grey Havens
61%inclusion77 decks126 decks
59%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
61%inclusion77 decks126 decks
-2%synergy
Flagstones of Trokair
60%inclusion76 decks126 decks
58%synergy
Spectator Seating
55%inclusion69 decks126 decks
15%synergy
Arid Mesa
47%inclusion59 decks126 decks
18%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
43%inclusion54 decks126 decks
16%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
40%inclusion50 decks126 decks
35%synergy
Sundown Pass
39%inclusion49 decks126 decks
3%synergy
Abstergo Entertainment
38%inclusion48 decks125 decks
36%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
37%inclusion46 decks126 decks
20%synergy
Rugged Prairie
33%inclusion41 decks126 decks
-7%synergy
Boros Garrison
33%inclusion41 decks126 decks
-7%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
32%inclusion40 decks126 decks
16%synergy
Legion Leadership
30%inclusion37 decks125 decks
12%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
25%inclusion30 decks121 decks
3%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
24%inclusion30 decks126 decks
-20%synergy
Elegant Parlor
21%inclusion27 decks126 decks
3%synergy
Temple of Triumph
21%inclusion26 decks126 decks
-18%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
20%inclusion25 decks126 decks
16%synergy
Plateau
18%inclusion23 decks126 decks
6%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
13%inclusion16 decks126 decks
4%synergy
Witch Enchanter
12%inclusion15 decks125 decks
0%synergy
Sundering Eruption
11%inclusion14 decks125 decks
6%synergy
Exotic Orchard
11%inclusion14 decks126 decks
-18%synergy
Opal Palace
11%inclusion14 decks126 decks
8%synergy
Radiant Summit
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
-3%synergy
Windswept Heath
10%inclusion13 decks126 decks
4%synergy
Flooded Strand
10%inclusion13 decks126 decks
4%synergy
Marsh Flats
10%inclusion13 decks126 decks
4%synergy
Myriad Landscape
8.7%inclusion11 decks126 decks
-13%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
8.7%inclusion11 decks126 decks
-10%synergy
Evolving Wilds
8.7%inclusion11 decks126 decks
-11%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
8.7%inclusion11 decks126 decks
6%synergy
Daily Bugle Building
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
7%synergy
Prismatic Vista
7.1%inclusion9 decks126 decks
1%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
7.1%inclusion9 decks126 decks
-10%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
7.1%inclusion9 decks126 decks
1%synergy
Valakut Awakening
7.1%inclusion9 decks126 decks
1%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
6.3%inclusion8 decks126 decks
-8%synergy
Wooded Foothills
6.3%inclusion8 decks126 decks
1%synergy
Snow-Covered Mountain
6.3%inclusion8 decks126 decks
4%synergy
Snow-Covered Plains
6.3%inclusion8 decks126 decks
4%synergy
Gallifrey Council Chamber
5.6%inclusion7 decks126 decks
5%synergy
Scalding Tarn
5.6%inclusion7 decks126 decks
0%synergy
Sacred Peaks
5.6%inclusion7 decks126 decks
-6%synergy