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Benjamin Levin
Oct 21, 2025
How Fun Are All of the Jeskai Commanders?
There are dozens of Jeskai commanders available now, but which ones are fun to play? Let's break them all down.
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Moxfield
Scryfall
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Airship Engine Room
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Jetfire, Ingenious Scientist
52%inclusion31 decks60 decks
50%synergy
Foundry Inspector
53%inclusion32 decks60 decks
46%synergy
Prowl, Stoic Strategist
43%inclusion26 decks60 decks
42%synergy
Arcbound Shikari
43%inclusion26 decks60 decks
42%synergy
Abzan Falconer
43%inclusion26 decks60 decks
42%synergy
Steel Overseer
50%inclusion30 decks60 decks
41%synergy
Arcee, Sharpshooter
42%inclusion25 decks60 decks
41%synergy
Enthusiastic Mechanaut
48%inclusion29 decks60 decks
36%synergy
Thopter Spy Network
40%inclusion24 decks60 decks
36%synergy
Ratchet, Field Medic
35%inclusion21 decks60 decks
34%synergy
Top Cards
Etherium Sculptor
38%inclusion23 decks60 decks
26%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
37%inclusion22 decks60 decks
-32%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
33%inclusion20 decks60 decks
17%synergy
Ainok Bond-Kin
33%inclusion20 decks60 decks
33%synergy
Negate
33%inclusion20 decks60 decks
17%synergy
Unbreakable Formation
33%inclusion20 decks60 decks
26%synergy
Tezzeret's Gambit
33%inclusion20 decks60 decks
23%synergy
Abzan Battle Priest
32%inclusion19 decks60 decks
31%synergy
Together Forever
32%inclusion19 decks60 decks
31%synergy
Wake the Past
32%inclusion19 decks60 decks
22%synergy
Creatures
Mikaeus, the Lunarch
30%inclusion18 decks60 decks
29%synergy
Padeem, Consul of Innovation
28%inclusion17 decks60 decks
24%synergy
Goldbug, Humanity's Ally
28%inclusion17 decks60 decks
27%synergy
Akki Battle Squad
27%inclusion16 decks60 decks
26%synergy
Anafenza, Kin-Tree Spirit
27%inclusion16 decks60 decks
26%synergy
Losheel, Clockwork Scholar
25%inclusion15 decks60 decks
22%synergy
Arcbound Tracker
25%inclusion15 decks60 decks
25%synergy
Thrummingbird
23%inclusion14 decks60 decks
15%synergy
Arcbound Mouser
22%inclusion13 decks60 decks
21%synergy
Patrolling Peacemaker
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Gold-Forged Thopteryx
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
18%synergy
Axgard Artisan
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
20%synergy
Dusk Legion Duelist
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
20%synergy
Thundering Raiju
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
18%synergy
Urza, Prince of Kroog
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
18%synergy
Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
14%synergy
Towashi Guide-Bot
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
20%synergy
Arcbound Javelineer
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
19%synergy
Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
18%synergy
Slicer, Hired Muscle
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
17%synergy
Anim Pakal, Thousandth Moon
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
14%synergy
Ingenious Prodigy
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
18%synergy
Grateful Apparition
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
15%synergy
Arcbound Prototype
17%inclusion10 decks60 decks
16%synergy
Cayth, Famed Mechanist
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
8%synergy
Burnished Hart
17%inclusion10 decks60 decks
14%synergy
Iron Apprentice
17%inclusion10 decks60 decks
16%synergy
Elite Scaleguard
15%inclusion9 decks60 decks
15%synergy
Herald of Secret Streams
15%inclusion9 decks60 decks
12%synergy
Surge Conductor
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
0%synergy
Dauntless Scrapbot
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Emissary Escort
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Kotori, Pilot Prodigy
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
13%synergy
Master of Etherium
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
12%synergy
Arcbound Slasher
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
13%synergy
Envoy of the Ancestors
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
11%synergy
Arcbound Stinger
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
11%synergy
Walking Skyscraper
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
12%synergy
Jhoira, Weatherlight Captain
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
0%synergy
Sai, Master Thopterist
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Automated Artificer
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
12%synergy
Metropolis Angel
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
11%synergy
Arcbound Slith
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
10%synergy
Chief of the Foundry
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
9%synergy
Ethersworn Sphinx
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
10%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Emry, Lurker of the Loch
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
2%synergy
Jhoira's Familiar
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
9%synergy
Arcbound Whelp
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
10%synergy
Whirler Rogue
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Instants
Dispatch
23%inclusion14 decks60 decks
10%synergy
Path to Exile
22%inclusion13 decks60 decks
-28%synergy
Experimental Augury
22%inclusion13 decks60 decks
14%synergy
Counterspell
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
-15%synergy
Disenchant
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
16%synergy
Generous Gift
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
-4%synergy
Wear // Tear
15%inclusion9 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Abrade
15%inclusion9 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Reject Imperfection
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
13%synergy
Take Up the Shield
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
13%synergy
Chaos Warp
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
-9%synergy
Unbounded Potential
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
10%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
9%synergy
Serum Snare
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
9%synergy
Brainstorm
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
-12%synergy
Armed and Armored
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Machine Over Matter
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Lightning Bolt
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
0%synergy
Hindering Light
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Duty Beyond Death
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Essence Capture
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Planar Incision
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Urza's Command
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Jeskai Charm
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Aetherize
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
2%synergy
Lightning Helix
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Loran's Escape
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Resculpt
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Thirst for Knowledge
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
2%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
-3%synergy
Legion Leadership
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
-1%synergy
Restoration Magic
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
3%synergy
Consider
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
-5%synergy
Volt Charge
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Steady Progress
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Temur Battle Rage
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
3%synergy
Return to Dust
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
3%synergy
Access Denied
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Fact or Fiction
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
2%synergy
Quick Study
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Ride Down
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Valorous Stance
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Suit Up
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Stern Lesson
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Demand Answers
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
3%synergy
Sorceries
Thoughtcast
23%inclusion14 decks60 decks
19%synergy
Vivisurgeon's Insight
22%inclusion13 decks60 decks
21%synergy
Organic Extinction
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
11%synergy
Austere Command
17%inclusion10 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Recommission
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
11%synergy
One with the Machine
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Requisition Raid
11%inclusion6 decks57 decks
8%synergy
Contentious Plan
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Faithless Looting
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
-3%synergy
Invoke Justice
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
10%synergy
Blasphemous Act
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
-13%synergy
Time Wipe
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
2%synergy
Basri's Solidarity
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Forging the Anchor
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Start Your Engines
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Delete
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Collective Effort
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Preordain
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
-7%synergy
Rip Apart
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Reckless Handling
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Voyage Home
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Mass Production
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Kayla's Command
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Excavation Explosion
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Cut a Deal
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
3%synergy
Divination
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Angelfire Ignition
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Anchor to Reality
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Fireball
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Tormenting Voice
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Dusk // Dawn
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
2%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Wayfarer's Bauble
27%inclusion16 decks60 decks
15%synergy
Lux Artillery
23%inclusion14 decks60 decks
18%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
-5%synergy
Mechtitan Core
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
18%synergy
Prodigy's Prototype
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
18%synergy
Shorikai, Genesis Engine
17%inclusion10 decks60 decks
14%synergy
Mobilizer Mech
15%inclusion9 decks60 decks
14%synergy
Surgehacker Mech
15%inclusion9 decks60 decks
15%synergy
Bident of Thassa
15%inclusion9 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Skysovereign, Consul Flagship
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
11%synergy
Aerial Surveyor
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
11%synergy
Imperial Recovery Unit
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
12%synergy
Sculpting Steel
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
8%synergy
The Prydwen, Steel Flagship
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
8%synergy
High-Speed Hoverbike
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
10%synergy
Peacewalker Colossus
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Atomic Microsizer
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Parhelion II
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Brute Suit
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Brotherhood Vertibird
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Imposter Mech
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
7%synergy
The Seriema
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
2%synergy
Inspirit, Flagship Vessel
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-2%synergy
Moxite Refinery
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-2%synergy
Uthros Research Craft
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-7%synergy
The Key to the Vault
6.9%inclusion4 decks58 decks
4%synergy
Futurist Sentinel
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Careening Mine Cart
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Weatherlight
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Recon Craft Theta
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Key to the City
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Salvation Engine
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
5%synergy
Guidelight Pathmaker
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Adventurer's Airship
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Mindlink Mech
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Soul-Guide Lantern
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
3%synergy
Manifold Key
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
3%synergy
Contagion Clasp
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Thundersteel Colossus
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Dragonfly Suit
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Cloud Key
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
-1%synergy
Ichor Wellspring
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
4%synergy
The Belligerent
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
World Map
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Throne of Geth
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Automated Assembly Line
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
-1%synergy
Mystic Forge
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
0%synergy
Lightning Greaves
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
-20%synergy
The Regalia
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
4%synergy
Enchantments
Sigarda's Summons
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
13%synergy
Tempered Steel
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
12%synergy
Rising of the Day
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Reconnaissance Mission
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Citadel Siege
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
10%synergy
Born to Drive
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
10%synergy
Gleam of Authority
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
10%synergy
Felidar Retreat
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Whirlwind of Thought
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
-16%synergy
Paladin Class
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Gleam of Battle
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Static Net
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Banishing Light
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
3%synergy
Security Bypass
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Battles
Invasion of Kaladesh
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Planeswalkers
Daretti, Scrap Savant
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
11%synergy
Saheeli, Filigree Master
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
15%inclusion9 decks60 decks
-5%synergy
Mech Hangar
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
11%synergy
Buried Ruin
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
1%synergy
Karn's Bastion
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
-4%synergy
Dalkovan Encampment
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Phyrexia's Core
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Temple of the False God
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
1%synergy
Seat of the Synod
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
-6%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
2%synergy
Restless Bivouac
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Eden, Seat of the Sanctum
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Mishra's Factory
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Forge of Heroes
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
3%synergy
Nesting Grounds
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
3%synergy
Great Furnace
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
-7%synergy
Ancient Den
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
-7%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
3%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
73%inclusion44 decks60 decks
-16%synergy
Arcane Signet
72%inclusion43 decks60 decks
-17%synergy
Commander's Sphere
47%inclusion28 decks60 decks
33%synergy
Azorius Signet
40%inclusion24 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Izzet Signet
37%inclusion22 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Fellwar Stone
32%inclusion19 decks60 decks
0%synergy
Boros Signet
32%inclusion19 decks60 decks
2%synergy
Mind Stone
27%inclusion16 decks60 decks
14%synergy
Sky Diamond
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
19%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
-26%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
-25%synergy
Talisman of Progress
17%inclusion10 decks60 decks
-29%synergy
Marble Diamond
17%inclusion10 decks60 decks
16%synergy
Fire Diamond
15%inclusion9 decks60 decks
14%synergy
Solar Array
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
3%synergy
Cultivator's Caravan
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
11%synergy
Network Terminal
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Midnight Clock
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Boros Cluestone
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Jeskai Banner
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
-3%synergy
Aetheric Amplifier
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
1%synergy
Cargo Ship
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Hedron Archive
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Thought Vessel
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
-19%synergy
Raugrin Crystal
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
2%synergy
Manalith
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Plains
100%inclusion60 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Mountain
100%inclusion60 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Island
98%inclusion59 decks60 decks
3%synergy
Command Tower
78%inclusion47 decks60 decks
-14%synergy
Mystic Monastery
52%inclusion31 decks60 decks
-7%synergy
Evolving Wilds
52%inclusion31 decks60 decks
24%synergy
Exotic Orchard
48%inclusion29 decks60 decks
-13%synergy
Swiftwater Cliffs
42%inclusion25 decks60 decks
36%synergy
Tranquil Cove
35%inclusion21 decks60 decks
28%synergy
Prairie Stream
35%inclusion21 decks60 decks
-5%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
33%inclusion20 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Temple of Triumph
33%inclusion20 decks60 decks
9%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
33%inclusion20 decks60 decks
26%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
32%inclusion19 decks60 decks
14%synergy
Temple of Epiphany
30%inclusion18 decks60 decks
3%synergy
Azorius Chancery
28%inclusion17 decks60 decks
16%synergy
Battlefield Forge
23%inclusion14 decks60 decks
-18%synergy
Boros Garrison
23%inclusion14 decks60 decks
13%synergy
Port Town
22%inclusion13 decks60 decks
3%synergy
Myriad Landscape
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
9%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
-4%synergy
Shivan Reef
17%inclusion10 decks60 decks
-24%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
17%inclusion10 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Razortide Bridge
17%inclusion10 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Silverbluff Bridge
17%inclusion10 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Spire of Industry
17%inclusion10 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Power Depot
17%inclusion10 decks60 decks
15%synergy
Path of Ancestry
17%inclusion10 decks60 decks
-11%synergy
Sulfur Falls
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
-38%synergy
Perilous Landscape
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
-7%synergy
Boros Guildgate
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
10%synergy
Glacial Fortress
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
-42%synergy
Lorehold Campus
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
11%synergy
Skybridge Towers
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
9%synergy
Highland Lake
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
9%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
-40%synergy
Unknown Shores
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
10%synergy
Thriving Heath
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
-7%synergy
Idyllic Beachfront
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Stone Quarry
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Thriving Bluff
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Izzet Guildgate
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Ash Barrens
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
1%synergy
Azorius Guildgate
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Meandering River
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Thriving Isle
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
3%synergy
Frostboil Snarl
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
-8%synergy
Shimmering Grotto
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
7%synergy