Cloud, Ex-SOLDIER (Commander) - Budget Upgraded Equipment

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Benjamin Levin
Jan 13, 2026
The 10 Most Fun Commanders of 2025
With almost 500 new commanders in 2025, Ben had his work cut out for him making his list of the most fun. Come see which legends made the cut.
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Spry and Mighty
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
6%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Colossus Hammer
97%inclusion57 decks59 decks
90%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
97%inclusion57 decks59 decks
88%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
93%inclusion55 decks59 decks
88%synergy
Champion's Helm
92%inclusion54 decks59 decks
85%synergy
Red XIII, Proud Warrior
95%inclusion55 decks58 decks
85%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
91%inclusion53 decks58 decks
83%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
90%inclusion52 decks58 decks
82%synergy
Tifa, Martial Artist
91%inclusion53 decks58 decks
82%synergy
Professor Hojo
86%inclusion50 decks58 decks
78%synergy
Hero's Blade
81%inclusion48 decks59 decks
78%synergy
Top Cards
Rampant Growth
85%inclusion50 decks59 decks
47%synergy
Cultivate
85%inclusion50 decks59 decks
35%synergy
Sword of the Animist
85%inclusion50 decks59 decks
77%synergy
Bugenhagen, Wise Elder
83%inclusion48 decks58 decks
74%synergy
Sephiroth, Fallen Hero
81%inclusion47 decks58 decks
73%synergy
Austere Command
80%inclusion47 decks59 decks
65%synergy
Lightning Greaves
80%inclusion47 decks59 decks
54%synergy
Behemoth Sledge
78%inclusion46 decks59 decks
72%synergy
Vandalblast
78%inclusion46 decks59 decks
69%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Holy
78%inclusion45 decks58 decks
70%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
-6%synergy
Creatures
Vincent, Vengeful Atoner
78%inclusion45 decks58 decks
71%synergy
Zack Fair
72%inclusion42 decks58 decks
66%synergy
Bastion Protector
71%inclusion42 decks59 decks
68%synergy
Barret, Avalanche Leader
71%inclusion41 decks58 decks
65%synergy
Helitrooper
69%inclusion40 decks58 decks
64%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
68%inclusion40 decks59 decks
61%synergy
Yuffie, Materia Hunter
64%inclusion37 decks58 decks
58%synergy
Bronze Guardian
58%inclusion34 decks59 decks
55%synergy
Aerith, Last Ancient
53%inclusion31 decks58 decks
50%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
47%inclusion27 decks58 decks
39%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
45%inclusion26 decks58 decks
41%synergy
Elena, Turk Recruit
45%inclusion26 decks58 decks
42%synergy
Armory Automaton
44%inclusion26 decks59 decks
42%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
39%inclusion23 decks59 decks
34%synergy
Cloud, Planet's Champion
34%inclusion20 decks59 decks
31%synergy
Barret Wallace
33%inclusion19 decks58 decks
31%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
31%inclusion18 decks59 decks
23%synergy
Hellkite Tyrant
31%inclusion18 decks59 decks
29%synergy
Freya Crescent
29%inclusion17 decks58 decks
28%synergy
Cait Sith, Fortune Teller
28%inclusion16 decks58 decks
25%synergy
Raubahn, Bull of Ala Mhigo
28%inclusion16 decks58 decks
25%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
26%inclusion15 decks58 decks
22%synergy
Beatrix, Loyal General
26%inclusion15 decks58 decks
24%synergy
Lightning, Army of One
19%inclusion11 decks58 decks
14%synergy
Heidegger, Shinra Executive
19%inclusion11 decks58 decks
18%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
15%inclusion9 decks59 decks
13%synergy
Adelbert Steiner
14%inclusion8 decks58 decks
13%synergy
Weapons Vendor
14%inclusion8 decks58 decks
12%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
10%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
11%synergy
Amy Rose
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
12%synergy
Aerith Gainsborough
12%inclusion7 decks58 decks
11%synergy
Avalanche of Sector 7
12%inclusion7 decks58 decks
11%synergy
Kutzil, Malamet Exemplar
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
-10%synergy
Dogmeat, Ever Loyal
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
11%synergy
Summon: Kujata
10%inclusion6 decks58 decks
9%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
7%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
9%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
6%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
6%synergy
Ashe, Princess of Dalmasca
6.9%inclusion4 decks58 decks
6%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
2%synergy
Chishiro, the Shattered Blade
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
6%synergy
Tifa Lockhart
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
3%synergy
Lightning, Security Sergeant
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
5%synergy
Item Shopkeep
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
5%synergy
Delivery Moogle
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
5%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Tiana, Ship's Caretaker
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
5%synergy
Instants
Clever Concealment
76%inclusion45 decks59 decks
68%synergy
Cloud's Limit Break
76%inclusion44 decks58 decks
70%synergy
Dispatch
75%inclusion44 decks59 decks
69%synergy
Chaos Warp
68%inclusion40 decks59 decks
48%synergy
Lifestream's Blessing
67%inclusion39 decks58 decks
62%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
29%inclusion17 decks59 decks
-29%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
25%inclusion15 decks59 decks
16%synergy
Path to Exile
17%inclusion10 decks59 decks
-38%synergy
Tifa's Limit Break
16%inclusion9 decks58 decks
13%synergy
Boros Charm
15%inclusion9 decks59 decks
-10%synergy
Inventory Management
15%inclusion9 decks59 decks
11%synergy
Restoration Magic
14%inclusion8 decks58 decks
11%synergy
Heroic Intervention
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
-26%synergy
Unexpected Windfall
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
6%synergy
Beast Within
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
-25%synergy
Big Score
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
5%synergy
Generous Gift
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
-20%synergy
Heritage Reclamation
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
4%synergy
Snakeskin Veil
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
2%synergy
Collective Resistance
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
3%synergy
Sorceries
Unfinished Business
76%inclusion45 decks59 decks
73%synergy
Nature's Lore
75%inclusion44 decks59 decks
36%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
66%inclusion39 decks59 decks
62%synergy
Harmonize
47%inclusion28 decks59 decks
38%synergy
Decimate
44%inclusion26 decks59 decks
37%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Meteor
40%inclusion23 decks58 decks
37%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
34%inclusion20 decks59 decks
32%synergy
Farseek
24%inclusion14 decks59 decks
-24%synergy
Open the Armory
19%inclusion11 decks59 decks
14%synergy
Nibelheim Aflame
10%inclusion6 decks58 decks
8%synergy
Blasphemous Act
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
-17%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
3%synergy
Reckless Handling
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
6%synergy
Reach the Horizon
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
4%synergy
Three Visits
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
-23%synergy
Faithless Looting
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
2%synergy
Farewell
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
-4%synergy
Overpowering Attack
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Stump Stomp
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
0%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Trailblazer's Boots
76%inclusion45 decks59 decks
72%synergy
Darksteel Plate
76%inclusion45 decks59 decks
72%synergy
Hero's Heirloom
71%inclusion42 decks59 decks
69%synergy
Conformer Shuriken
71%inclusion41 decks58 decks
64%synergy
Mask of Memory
56%inclusion33 decks59 decks
54%synergy
Genji Glove
52%inclusion30 decks58 decks
47%synergy
Inspiring Statuary
51%inclusion30 decks59 decks
47%synergy
Ultima Weapon
41%inclusion24 decks58 decks
38%synergy
Buster Sword
40%inclusion23 decks58 decks
31%synergy
Skullclamp
32%inclusion19 decks59 decks
17%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
24%inclusion14 decks58 decks
23%synergy
Dancer's Chakrams
21%inclusion12 decks58 decks
20%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
21%inclusion12 decks58 decks
18%synergy
Explorer's Scope
20%inclusion12 decks59 decks
18%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
20%inclusion12 decks59 decks
-7%synergy
Samurai's Katana
19%inclusion11 decks58 decks
18%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
19%inclusion11 decks59 decks
14%synergy
Nettlecyst
17%inclusion10 decks59 decks
14%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
15%inclusion9 decks59 decks
14%synergy
Bladehold War-Whip
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
13%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
12%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
10%inclusion6 decks58 decks
8%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
6%synergy
Leyline Axe
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
9%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
8%synergy
Dragoon's Lance
8.6%inclusion5 decks58 decks
8%synergy
Summoner's Grimoire
8.6%inclusion5 decks58 decks
8%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
6%synergy
Celestial Armor
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
7%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
6%synergy
Argentum Armor
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
8%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
6%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
7%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
4%synergy
O-Naginata
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
7%synergy
Pre-War Formalwear
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
6%synergy
Basilisk Collar
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
1%synergy
Twin Blades
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Meteor Sword
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Paladin's Arms
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
5%synergy
The Fire Crystal
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
3%synergy
Red Mage's Rapier
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
5%synergy
Bard's Bow
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
5%synergy
Thran Power Suit
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Helm of the Host
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
2%synergy
Fireshrieker
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
3%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
5%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
SOLDIER Military Program
28%inclusion16 decks58 decks
25%synergy
Forge Anew
22%inclusion13 decks59 decks
18%synergy
Annie Joins Up
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
-7%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
5%synergy
Furious Rise
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
9%synergy
Sidequest: Play Blitzball
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
5%synergy
Fighter Class
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
3%synergy
Utility Lands
Slayers' Stronghold
78%inclusion46 decks59 decks
73%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
64%inclusion38 decks59 decks
60%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
56%inclusion33 decks59 decks
46%synergy
Rogue's Passage
31%inclusion18 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
16%inclusion9 decks58 decks
13%synergy
Buried Ruin
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
5%synergy
Reliquary Tower
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
-13%synergy
Kessig Wolf Run
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
-11%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
98%inclusion58 decks59 decks
24%synergy
Sol Ring
97%inclusion57 decks59 decks
12%synergy
Summoning Materia
78%inclusion45 decks58 decks
72%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
-1%synergy
Talisman of Unity
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
-2%synergy
Commander's Sphere
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
-4%synergy
Fellwar Stone
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
-5%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion59 decks59 decks
9%synergy
Mountain
100%inclusion59 decks59 decks
5%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion59 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Forest
98%inclusion58 decks59 decks
1%synergy
Canopy Vista
98%inclusion58 decks59 decks
49%synergy
Jungle Shrine
97%inclusion57 decks59 decks
41%synergy
Cinder Glade
97%inclusion57 decks59 decks
47%synergy
Rootbound Crag
95%inclusion56 decks59 decks
57%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
93%inclusion55 decks59 decks
51%synergy
Exotic Orchard
90%inclusion53 decks59 decks
37%synergy
Sunpetal Grove
88%inclusion52 decks59 decks
50%synergy
Battlefield Forge
83%inclusion49 decks59 decks
61%synergy
Rugged Prairie
83%inclusion49 decks59 decks
73%synergy
Path of Ancestry
83%inclusion49 decks59 decks
48%synergy
Game Trail
81%inclusion48 decks59 decks
61%synergy
Brushland
81%inclusion48 decks59 decks
61%synergy
Spire of Industry
80%inclusion47 decks59 decks
75%synergy
Fortified Village
80%inclusion47 decks59 decks
58%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
80%inclusion47 decks59 decks
64%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
80%inclusion47 decks59 decks
71%synergy
Fire-Lit Thicket
80%inclusion47 decks59 decks
73%synergy
Mossfire Valley
76%inclusion45 decks59 decks
62%synergy
Sungrass Prairie
71%inclusion42 decks59 decks
55%synergy
Sacred Peaks
71%inclusion42 decks59 decks
66%synergy
Radiant Grove
68%inclusion40 decks59 decks
62%synergy
Wooded Ridgeline
68%inclusion40 decks59 decks
63%synergy
Evolving Wilds
63%inclusion37 decks59 decks
32%synergy
Ash Barrens
42%inclusion25 decks59 decks
36%synergy
Temple of Triumph
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
-4%synergy
Overgrown Farmland
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
-13%synergy
Karplusan Forest
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
-9%synergy
Rabanastre, Royal City
6.9%inclusion4 decks58 decks
6%synergy
Gongaga, Reactor Town
6.9%inclusion4 decks58 decks
6%synergy
Rockfall Vale
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
-17%synergy
Sheltering Landscape
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
-7%synergy
Temple of Plenty
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
-6%synergy
Selesnya Sanctuary
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
-7%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
-16%synergy
Temple of Abandon
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
-7%synergy
Scattered Groves
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
-4%synergy
Sacred Foundry
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
-34%synergy
Wooded Bastion
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
2%synergy
Naya Panorama
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
0%synergy
Boros Garrison
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
-5%synergy
Demolition Field
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Sheltered Thicket
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
-4%synergy
Stump Stomp
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
0%synergy