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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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Wan Shi Tong, Librarian
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Abandoned Air Temple
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
The Unagi of Kyoshi Island
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Bender's Waterskin
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Esper Sentinel
73%inclusion16 decks22 decks
53%synergy
Steel Overseer
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
45%synergy
The Ozolith
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
43%synergy
Arcee, Sharpshooter
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
40%synergy
Jhoira, Weatherlight Captain
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
38%synergy
Etherium Sculptor
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
37%synergy
Urza's Saga
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
37%synergy
Ratchet, Field Medic
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
35%synergy
Prowl, Stoic Strategist
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
35%synergy
Jetfire, Ingenious Scientist
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
35%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
77%inclusion17 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Path to Exile
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
33%synergy
Patrolling Peacemaker
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
33%synergy
Counterspell
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Uthros Research Craft
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
29%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Foundry Inspector
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
34%synergy
Enthusiastic Mechanaut
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
29%synergy
Inspirit, Flagship Vessel
40%inclusion6 decks15 decks
31%synergy
Game Changers
Teferi's Protection
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
27%synergy
Smothering Tithe
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
17%synergy
The One Ring
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Ancient Tomb
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
0%synergy
Rhystic Study
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-1%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Jeska's Will
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Creatures
Padeem, Consul of Innovation
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
32%synergy
Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
31%synergy
Abzan Falconer
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
35%synergy
Surge Conductor
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
22%synergy
Danny Pink
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
30%synergy
Slicer, Hired Muscle
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
30%synergy
Losheel, Clockwork Scholar
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
29%synergy
Arcbound Shikari
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
30%synergy
Kilo, Apogee Mind
31%inclusion5 decks16 decks
20%synergy
Walking Ballista
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
24%synergy
Dusk Legion Duelist
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
27%synergy
Mendicant Core, Guidelight
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
25%synergy
Filigree Vector
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Thrummingbird
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Mikaeus, the Lunarch
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Iron Spider, Stark Upgrade
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
20%synergy
Sami, Wildcat Captain
20%inclusion3 decks15 decks
17%synergy
Witch Enchanter
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Kotori, Pilot Prodigy
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Abzan Battle Priest
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Akki Battle Squad
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Ainok Bond-Kin
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Cayth, Famed Mechanist
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Emry, Lurker of the Loch
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Cyberdrive Awakener
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Urza, Prince of Kroog
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Thought Monitor
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Darksteel Colossus
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Herald of Secret Streams
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Arcbound Javelineer
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Lion Sash
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Pollywog Prodigy
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Goldbug, Humanity's Ally
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Alibou, Ancient Witness
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Liberator, Urza's Battlethopter
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Scrapyard Recombiner
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Envoy of the Ancestors
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
The Reality Chip
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Voyager Quickwelder
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Generous Pup
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Hangarback Walker
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Urza, Lord High Artificer
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Anafenza, Kin-Tree Spirit
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Arcbound Ravager
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Bronze Guardian
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Mindless Automaton
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Instants
Mana Drain
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
26%synergy
Boros Charm
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Dispatch
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Deflecting Swat
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Dovin's Veto
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Ripples of Potential
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Swan Song
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Experimental Augury
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Sink into Stupor
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Generous Gift
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Dawn's Truce
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Akroma's Will
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
6%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Valakut Awakening
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Arcane Denial
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-3%synergy
Desynchronization
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Negate
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Chaos Warp
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-8%synergy
Final Showdown
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Disenchant
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Wear // Tear
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Izzet Charm
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Mandate of Peace
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Narset's Reversal
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Abrade
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Pongify
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Perch Protection
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Flare of Denial
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Unbreakable Formation
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Invert Polarity
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Unexplained Absence
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Reroute Systems
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Divert Disaster
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Scour for Scrap
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
4%synergy
New Way Forward
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
2%synergy
Sorceries
Blasphemous Act
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Fabricate
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
24%synergy
Damning Verdict
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
30%synergy
Supreme Verdict
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Tezzeret's Gambit
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Wave Goodbye
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Farewell
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Thoughtcast
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Ondu Inversion
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Wake the Past
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Vandalblast
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Requisition Raid
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Organic Extinction
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Fated Clash
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Contentious Plan
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Faithless Looting
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-4%synergy
Voyage Home
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Emeria's Call
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Stock Up
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Open the Armory
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Winds of Abandon
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Seize the Day
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Shorikai, Genesis Engine
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
24%synergy
Lux Artillery
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Lightning Greaves
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Unwinding Clock
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Cloud Key
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Salvation Engine
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Mystic Forge
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Insight Engine
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
0%synergy
Reaver Titan
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Parhelion II
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Prodigy's Prototype
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Sculpting Steel
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Shadowspear
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Agatha's Soul Cauldron
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Skysovereign, Consul Flagship
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Skullclamp
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Andúril, Narsil Reforged
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Sword of the Animist
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Simulacrum Synthesizer
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Mechtitan Core
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Peacewalker Colossus
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Biorganic Carapace
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
7%synergy
Embercleave
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Thopter Fabricator
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Aerial Surveyor
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Darksteel Forge
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Imperial Recovery Unit
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Brotherhood Vertibird
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Robe of Stars
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Ashnod's Altar
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Doubling Cube
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Winged Boots
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Imposter Mech
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Moxite Refinery
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-2%synergy
Long-Range Sensor
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-3%synergy
Dawnsire, Sunstar Dreadnought
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
2%synergy
Extinguisher Battleship
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
4%synergy
The Wind Crystal
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
6%synergy
The Seriema
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
1%synergy
Buster Sword
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
3%synergy
The Regalia
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Thopter Spy Network
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
28%synergy
Together Forever
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
27%synergy
Mystic Remora
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Whirlwind of Thought
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
All Will Be One
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Resourceful Defense
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Frostcliff Siege
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
3%synergy
Inexorable Tide
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Smile at Death
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Felidar Retreat
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Unstoppable Plan
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
True Conviction
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Rule of Law
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Fighter Class
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Luminarch Ascension
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Virtue of Loyalty
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Planeswalkers
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
19%inclusion3 decks16 decks
13%synergy
Daretti, Scrap Savant
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Tezzeret, Betrayer of Flesh
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Tezzeret the Seeker
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Academy Ruins
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
24%synergy
Ancient Den
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Inventors' Fair
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Karn's Bastion
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Great Furnace
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Seat of the Synod
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Uthros, Titanic Godcore
27%inclusion4 decks15 decks
18%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Buried Ruin
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
15%synergy
Rogue's Passage
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Arena of Glory
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
10%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Fomori Vault
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Mech Hangar
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Multiversal Passage
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Kavaron, Memorial World
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Mistrise Village
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
-3%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
91%inclusion20 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Arcane Signet
82%inclusion18 decks22 decks
-7%synergy
Talisman of Progress
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
-8%synergy
Mox Opal
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
31%synergy
Fellwar Stone
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Thought Vessel
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-1%synergy
Azorius Signet
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-10%synergy
Boros Signet
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-7%synergy
Izzet Signet
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-15%synergy
Solar Array
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
3%synergy
The Aetherspark
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
4%synergy
The Eternity Elevator
13%inclusion2 decks15 decks
8%synergy
Astral Cornucopia
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Mind Stone
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-4%synergy
Commander's Sphere
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-4%synergy
Cultivator's Caravan
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Cursed Mirror
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Thran Dynamo
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Midnight Clock
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Sonic Screwdriver
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Lands
Mountain
100%inclusion22 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Island
100%inclusion22 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion22 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Command Tower
91%inclusion20 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Scalding Tarn
82%inclusion18 decks22 decks
54%synergy
Volcanic Island
82%inclusion18 decks22 decks
70%synergy
Raugrin Triome
82%inclusion18 decks22 decks
45%synergy
Tundra
77%inclusion17 decks22 decks
66%synergy
Steam Vents
73%inclusion16 decks22 decks
33%synergy
Sacred Foundry
73%inclusion16 decks22 decks
32%synergy
Arid Mesa
73%inclusion16 decks22 decks
45%synergy
Plateau
73%inclusion16 decks22 decks
61%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
73%inclusion16 decks22 decks
32%synergy
Flooded Strand
68%inclusion15 decks22 decks
39%synergy
Sea of Clouds
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
19%synergy
Spectator Seating
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Training Center
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Exotic Orchard
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
-25%synergy
Mystic Monastery
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
-22%synergy
Meticulous Archive
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
23%synergy
Elegant Parlor
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
19%synergy
Mana Confluence
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
19%synergy
Prairie Stream
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
-13%synergy
Thundering Falls
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Prismatic Vista
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
19%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-27%synergy
City of Brass
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Sulfur Falls
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-29%synergy
Marsh Flats
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Glacial Fortress
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-31%synergy
Sink into Stupor
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Fiery Islet
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Witch Enchanter
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Razortide Bridge
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Polluted Delta
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Misty Rainforest
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Windswept Heath
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Spire of Industry
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Ondu Inversion
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Valakut Awakening
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Shivan Reef
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-27%synergy
Azorius Chancery
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Port Town
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Battlefield Forge
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-28%synergy
Mystic Gate
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Spirebluff Canal
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Silverbluff Bridge
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
1%synergy