Tetsuo, Imperial Champion (Commander) - Budget Core

Tetsuo, Imperial Champion
Rank #683
22decks
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Benjamin Levin
Sep 9, 2025
How Fun Are All of the Grixis Commanders?
There are dozens of Grixis commanders available now. But which ones are fun to play? Let's break them all down.
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Dalakos, Crafter of Wonders
64%inclusion14 decks22 decks
63%synergy
Drach'Nyen
64%inclusion14 decks22 decks
62%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
59%inclusion13 decks22 decks
57%synergy
Enthusiastic Mechanaut
59%inclusion13 decks22 decks
55%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
50%synergy
Chart a Course
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
47%synergy
Negate
68%inclusion15 decks22 decks
45%synergy
Tenza, Godo's Maul
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
45%synergy
Brass Squire
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
45%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
44%synergy
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Swiftfoot Boots
64%inclusion14 decks22 decks
39%synergy
Chaos Warp
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Feed the Swarm
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Terminate
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Inevitable Betrayal
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
37%synergy
Mask of Memory
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
41%synergy
Frantic Search
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
26%synergy
Mask of Riddles
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
40%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
40%inclusion6 decks15 decks
39%synergy
Quick-Draw Katana
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
40%synergy
Creatures
Foundry Inspector
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
32%synergy
Jhoira, Ageless Innovator
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
36%synergy
Heiko Yamazaki, the General
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
36%synergy
The Emperor of Palamecia
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Acquisition Octopus
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
27%synergy
Rabbit Battery
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
27%synergy
Deadeye Quartermaster
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
26%synergy
Etherium Sculptor
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
23%synergy
Trophy Mage
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
21%synergy
Bladegraft Aspirant
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
23%synergy
Akki Battle Squad
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Lizard Blades
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Blade of the Oni
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Shimmer Dragon
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Shagrat, Loot Bearer
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Armguard Familiar
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Simian Sling
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Emry, Lurker of the Loch
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Padeem, Consul of Innovation
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Kess, Dissident Mage
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Vedalken Engineer
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Endrider Catalyzer
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Forensic Gadgeteer
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
9%synergy
Ardent Elementalist
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Cormela, Glamour Thief
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Chaos Terminator Lord
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Nightscape Familiar
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-17%synergy
The Reality Chip
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Tribute Mage
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Chainflail Centipede
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Harvest Hand
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Halo Forager
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Najal, the Storm Runner
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Replication Specialist
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Goro-Goro, Disciple of Ryusei
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Fanatic of the Harrowing
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Clammy Prowler
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Plumecreed Escort
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
7%synergy
Clockwork Percussionist
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
7%synergy
Pollywog Prodigy
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
5%synergy
Instants
Haste Magic
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
50%synergy
Thunder Magic
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
49%synergy
Stolen Uniform
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
50%synergy
Abrade
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
28%synergy
Rakdos Charm
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
21%synergy
Fire Magic
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Laughing Mad
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
28%synergy
Maestros Charm
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
28%synergy
Twinferno
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
31%synergy
Bedevil
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Counterspell
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
-13%synergy
Maximum Overdrive
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
28%synergy
Opt
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
23%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Temur Battle Rage
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Withering Torment
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
9%synergy
Disdainful Stroke
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Brainstorm
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Spin Out
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Spectral Interference
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Bounce Off
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Broadside Barrage
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Unleash Fury
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Supernatural Stamina
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Izzet Charm
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Prismari Command
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Fact or Fiction
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Stern Lesson
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Infernal Grasp
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Reality Shift
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Slip Out the Back
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Thirst for Knowledge
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Rebel Salvo
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Fumble
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Fists of Flame
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Crosis's Charm
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Pedal to the Metal
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Ancestors' Aid
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Hero's Downfall
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Expedite
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Hieroglyphic Illumination
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Spell Pierce
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Think Twice
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-17%synergy
Disruption Protocol
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Countersquall
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Rush of Vitality
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Murder
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Ashnod's Intervention
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Lightning Bolt
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Sorceries
Suplex
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
49%synergy
Relm's Sketching
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
49%synergy
Slip Through Space
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
36%synergy
Night's Whisper
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Preordain
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Artful Dodge
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Faithless Looting
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Painful Truths
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Ringsight
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
10%synergy
One with the Machine
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Read the Bones
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Anchor to Reality
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Sign in Blood
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Enter the Enigma
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Mizzium Mortars
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Distortion Strike
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Syphon Mind
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Reckless Handling
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Howl of the Horde
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Ancestral Vision
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Deadly Tempest
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Overpowering Attack
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
11%synergy
Witch's Mark
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Dark Intimations
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Anger of the Gods
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Crash Through
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Blasphemous Act
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-38%synergy
Notion Rain
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Diabolic Tutor
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Divination
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Sleep
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Grapeshot
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Reverse Engineer
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Compulsive Research
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Sleight of Hand
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Widespread Brutality
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Mizzix's Mastery
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Goldwardens' Gambit
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Waltz of Rage
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Grab the Prize
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Final Vengeance
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Arcane Heist
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
4%synergy
Lock and Load
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Prisoner's Dilemma
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
4%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Samurai's Katana
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
50%synergy
Thran Power Suit
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
36%synergy
Fireshrieker
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
36%synergy
Argentum Armor
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
36%synergy
Black Mage's Rod
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
The Darkness Crystal
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Haunted Cloak
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
31%synergy
Quietus Spike
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
32%synergy
Brass Knuckles
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
32%synergy
Cranial Plating
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
31%synergy
Hero's Heirloom
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
32%synergy
Goggles of Night
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
27%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
26%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
27%synergy
Robe of the Archmagi
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Goldvein Pick
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
23%synergy
Pact Weapon
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Phantom Blade
19%inclusion3 decks16 decks
19%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Runechanter's Pike
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Winged Boots
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Grafted Wargear
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Bladed Battle-Fan
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Cloak of the Bat
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Mask of the Schemer
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Champion's Helm
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Unscythe, Killer of Kings
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Hero's Blade
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Basilisk Collar
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
16%synergy
The Key to the Vault
16%inclusion3 decks19 decks
15%synergy
Hunter's Blowgun
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
14%synergy
Dissection Tools
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Nettlecyst
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Vorpal Sword
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Crystal Slipper
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Mask of Griselbrand
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Meteoric Mace
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Dragonwing Glider
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Thieves' Tools
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Leyline Axe
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Bloodthorn Flail
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Sunfire Torch
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
10%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Ring of Valkas
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Traveler's Amulet
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Prowler's Helm
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Enchantments
Aqueous Form
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
23%synergy
Rite of the Dragoncaller
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Double Vision
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Propaganda
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Reconnaissance Mission
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Sword Coast Sailor
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Tempered in Solitude
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Combat Research
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Derelict Attic // Widow's Walk
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Ticket Booth // Tunnel of Hate
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Stormchaser's Talent
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
6%synergy
Fortune Teller's Talent
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
6%synergy
Artist's Talent
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
19%synergy
Buried Ruin
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Bojuka Bog
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-11%synergy
Archway of Innovation
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
3%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
68%inclusion15 decks22 decks
-20%synergy
Izzet Signet
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Rakdos Signet
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Dimir Signet
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Sol Ring
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
-45%synergy
Fellwar Stone
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
-8%synergy
Talisman of Dominance
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-26%synergy
Commander's Sphere
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-26%synergy
Sky Diamond
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Fire Diamond
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Talisman of Indulgence
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-28%synergy
Mind Stone
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-1%synergy
Prismatic Lens
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
The Irencrag
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Darksteel Ingot
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Charcoal Diamond
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Forger's Foundry
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Mountain
100%inclusion22 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Swamp
100%inclusion22 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Island
100%inclusion22 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Command Tower
73%inclusion16 decks22 decks
-19%synergy
Crumbling Necropolis
64%inclusion14 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Smoldering Marsh
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Foreboding Ruins
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
30%synergy
Evolving Wilds
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
25%synergy
Sunken Hollow
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Exotic Orchard
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
-11%synergy
Seething Landscape
35%inclusion6 decks17 decks
17%synergy
Myriad Landscape
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
21%synergy
Sulfur Falls
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
-13%synergy
Maestros Theater
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
19%synergy
Swiftwater Cliffs
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
25%synergy
Temple of Epiphany
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Choked Estuary
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Rakdos Carnarium
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Dimir Aqueduct
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Path of Ancestry
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Shivan Reef
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Temple of Malice
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Frostboil Snarl
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Bloodfell Caves
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Grixis Panorama
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Temple of Deceit
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Ash Barrens
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Thriving Isle
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Shadowblood Ridge
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Darkwater Catacombs
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Dragonskull Summit
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-31%synergy
Highland Lake
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Izzet Guildgate
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Tainted Isle
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Mistvault Bridge
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Drossforge Bridge
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Rakdos Guildgate
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Dismal Backwater
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Thriving Moor
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Cinder Barrens
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Razortrap Gorge
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
6%synergy
Public Thoroughfare
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Escape Tunnel
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
4%synergy
Mirage Mesa
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy