Kykar, Zephyr Awakener (Commander) - Upgraded Control

Brian Cain
Apr 27, 2026
Can We Build a Commander Deck Around the Prepared Mechanic?
The new prepared mechanic from Secrets of Strixhaven doesn't have a dedicated commander. Let's see if we can make one ourselves.
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Gleaming Bastion
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
King T'Challa
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Archaeomancer
78%inclusion31 decks40 decks
67%synergy
Aether Channeler
68%inclusion27 decks40 decks
58%synergy
Dour Port-Mage
68%inclusion27 decks40 decks
58%synergy
Ephemerate
73%inclusion29 decks40 decks
57%synergy
Cloudshift
63%inclusion25 decks40 decks
51%synergy
Mulldrifter
60%inclusion24 decks40 decks
50%synergy
Cloud of Faeries
50%inclusion20 decks40 decks
45%synergy
Peregrine Drake
55%inclusion22 decks40 decks
44%synergy
Essence Flux
53%inclusion21 decks40 decks
44%synergy
Helpful Hunter
45%inclusion18 decks40 decks
41%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
88%inclusion35 decks40 decks
19%synergy
Path to Exile
83%inclusion33 decks40 decks
29%synergy
Counterspell
75%inclusion30 decks40 decks
21%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
65%inclusion26 decks40 decks
38%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
60%inclusion24 decks40 decks
36%synergy
Dovin's Veto
53%inclusion21 decks40 decks
14%synergy
Ghostly Flicker
53%inclusion21 decks40 decks
41%synergy
Opt
50%inclusion20 decks40 decks
41%synergy
Spirited Companion
48%inclusion19 decks40 decks
40%synergy
Skyclave Apparition
45%inclusion18 decks40 decks
39%synergy
Game Changers
Cyclonic Rift
33%inclusion13 decks40 decks
11%synergy
Mystical Tutor
20%inclusion8 decks40 decks
7%synergy
Farewell
18%inclusion7 decks40 decks
1%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
18%inclusion7 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Narset, Parter of Veils
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Teferi's Protection
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
-8%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
-9%synergy
Smothering Tithe
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
-19%synergy
Grand Arbiter Augustin IV
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
-5%synergy
Creatures
Witch Enchanter
60%inclusion24 decks40 decks
47%synergy
Riptide Gearhulk
45%inclusion18 decks40 decks
36%synergy
Displacer Kitten
43%inclusion17 decks40 decks
32%synergy
Wall of Omens
43%inclusion17 decks40 decks
34%synergy
Soulherder
43%inclusion17 decks40 decks
28%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
43%inclusion17 decks40 decks
30%synergy
Spellseeker
33%inclusion13 decks40 decks
29%synergy
Reflector Mage
33%inclusion13 decks40 decks
26%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
30%inclusion12 decks40 decks
24%synergy
Cloudblazer
30%inclusion12 decks40 decks
21%synergy
Starfield Vocalist
29%inclusion10 decks34 decks
22%synergy
Agent of Treachery
28%inclusion11 decks40 decks
24%synergy
Recruiter of the Guard
28%inclusion11 decks40 decks
23%synergy
Beza, the Bounding Spring
25%inclusion10 decks40 decks
24%synergy
Welcoming Vampire
25%inclusion10 decks40 decks
22%synergy
Moonshaker Cavalry
25%inclusion10 decks40 decks
21%synergy
Skycoach Conductor
25%inclusion5 decks20 decks
20%synergy
Anticausal Vestige
24%inclusion8 decks34 decks
21%synergy
Shipwreck Dowser
23%inclusion9 decks40 decks
22%synergy
Plagon, Lord of the Beach
20%inclusion8 decks40 decks
19%synergy
Sun Titan
20%inclusion8 decks40 decks
9%synergy
Charming Prince
20%inclusion8 decks40 decks
12%synergy
Thundertrap Trainer
20%inclusion8 decks40 decks
20%synergy
Yorion, Sky Nomad
20%inclusion8 decks40 decks
15%synergy
Emeritus of Truce
20%inclusion4 decks20 decks
18%synergy
Circuit Mender
18%inclusion7 decks40 decks
14%synergy
Preston, the Vanisher
18%inclusion7 decks40 decks
14%synergy
Salvager of Secrets
18%inclusion7 decks40 decks
17%synergy
Enduring Innocence
18%inclusion7 decks40 decks
15%synergy
Empyrean Eagle
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
5%synergy
Felidar Guardian
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
9%synergy
Sand Scout
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
14%synergy
Loyal Warhound
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
13%synergy
Micromancer
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
14%synergy
Solitude
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
12%synergy
Mnemonic Wall
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
14%synergy
Emeritus of Ideation
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
12%synergy
Venser, Shaper Savant
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
6%synergy
High Fae Trickster
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
10%synergy
White Orchid Phantom
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
12%synergy
Torrential Gearhulk
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
12%synergy
Flickerwisp
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
6%synergy
Abdel Adrian, Gorion's Ward
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
11%synergy
Restoration Angel
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
4%synergy
Snapcaster Mage
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
8%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Karmic Guide
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
6%synergy
Enduring Curiosity
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
5%synergy
Glasspool Mimic
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
7%synergy
Hullbreaker Horror
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Instants
Negate
43%inclusion17 decks40 decks
15%synergy
Brainstorm
40%inclusion16 decks40 decks
22%synergy
Eerie Interlude
35%inclusion14 decks40 decks
26%synergy
Momentary Blink
35%inclusion14 decks40 decks
24%synergy
Frantic Search
33%inclusion13 decks40 decks
20%synergy
Parting Gust
33%inclusion13 decks40 decks
27%synergy
Consider
33%inclusion13 decks40 decks
28%synergy
Snap
30%inclusion12 decks40 decks
24%synergy
Aetherize
28%inclusion11 decks40 decks
17%synergy
Arcane Denial
28%inclusion11 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Pongify
25%inclusion10 decks40 decks
17%synergy
Displace
25%inclusion10 decks40 decks
22%synergy
Swan Song
25%inclusion10 decks40 decks
7%synergy
Consult the Star Charts
24%inclusion8 decks34 decks
22%synergy
Strix Serenade
20%inclusion8 decks40 decks
16%synergy
Sink into Stupor
20%inclusion8 decks40 decks
6%synergy
Three Steps Ahead
18%inclusion7 decks40 decks
14%synergy
Mana Drain
18%inclusion7 decks40 decks
1%synergy
Hide on the Ceiling
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
13%synergy
Get Lost
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
13%synergy
Thraben Charm
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
14%synergy
Into the Flood Maw
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
13%synergy
Dig Through Time
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
12%synergy
Think Twice
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
13%synergy
Mana Sculpt
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
12%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
10%synergy
Reality Shift
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
5%synergy
Unwanted Remake
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
11%synergy
Silundi Vision
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
10%synergy
Rewind
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
8%synergy
Ghostway
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
10%synergy
Flicker of Fate
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
8%synergy
Unwind
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
8%synergy
Waterbender's Restoration
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
4%synergy
Muddle the Mixture
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
5%synergy
Clever Concealment
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
7%synergy
Bovine Intervention
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
9%synergy
Final Showdown
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
7%synergy
Resculpt
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
7%synergy
Silence
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
-5%synergy
Disenchant
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Planar Incision
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
7%synergy
Wizard's Retort
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
10%synergy
March of Swirling Mist
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
8%synergy
Impulse
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
8%synergy
Generous Gift
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
-20%synergy
Erode
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
4%synergy
Orim's Chant
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Supreme Verdict
35%inclusion14 decks40 decks
7%synergy
Time Wipe
35%inclusion14 decks40 decks
22%synergy
Ponder
25%inclusion10 decks40 decks
14%synergy
Starfall Invocation
25%inclusion10 decks40 decks
22%synergy
Preordain
25%inclusion10 decks40 decks
16%synergy
Austere Command
23%inclusion9 decks40 decks
9%synergy
Step Through
20%inclusion8 decks40 decks
19%synergy
Solve the Equation
18%inclusion7 decks40 decks
13%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
9%synergy
Lórien Revealed
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
12%synergy
Merchant Scroll
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
13%synergy
Stock Up
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
10%synergy
Chart a Course
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
8%synergy
Gitaxian Probe
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
7%synergy
Hour of Reckoning
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
7%synergy
Another Round
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
7%synergy
Personal Tutor
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
8%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
5%synergy
Winged Words
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
5%synergy
Approach of the Second Sun
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
-5%synergy
Morningtide's Light
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
8%synergy
Dismantling Wave
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
7%synergy
Split Up
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Wrath of God
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
1%synergy
Tragic Arrogance
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
6%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
2%synergy
Ondu Inversion
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Gift of Estates
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
4%synergy
Candlekeep Inspiration
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
5%synergy
Season of Weaving
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
4%synergy
Treasure Cruise
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Emeria's Call
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Temporal Manipulation
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
4%synergy
Slaughter the Strong
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Dusk // Dawn
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Cleansing Nova
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
1%synergy
Tezzeret's Gambit
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Day of Judgment
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Rite of Replication
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Panharmonicon
30%inclusion12 decks40 decks
20%synergy
Sapphire Medallion
23%inclusion9 decks40 decks
14%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
20%inclusion8 decks40 decks
10%synergy
Pearl Medallion
18%inclusion7 decks40 decks
10%synergy
Bident of Thassa
18%inclusion7 decks40 decks
7%synergy
Skullclamp
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
7%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
6%synergy
Conjurer's Closet
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
5%synergy
Idol of Oblivion
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
5%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
-18%synergy
Lightning Greaves
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
-13%synergy
The Indomitable
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Banner of Kinship
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Unidentified Hovership
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Scroll of Fate
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
4%synergy
Enchantments
Propaganda
33%inclusion13 decks40 decks
6%synergy
Virtue of Knowledge
30%inclusion12 decks40 decks
26%synergy
Tocasia's Welcome
28%inclusion11 decks40 decks
25%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
23%inclusion9 decks40 decks
12%synergy
Ghostly Prison
23%inclusion9 decks40 decks
-2%synergy
Teleportation Circle
18%inclusion7 decks40 decks
9%synergy
Intangible Virtue
18%inclusion7 decks40 decks
12%synergy
Land Tax
18%inclusion7 decks40 decks
9%synergy
Favorable Winds
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
7%synergy
Divine Visitation
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
11%synergy
Mystic Remora
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
-3%synergy
Caretaker's Talent
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
9%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
5%synergy
Reconnaissance Mission
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Coastal Piracy
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
7%synergy
Shark Typhoon
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
8%synergy
Cathars' Crusade
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
7%synergy
Amphibian Downpour
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
5%synergy
Kindred Discovery
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
0%synergy
Gravitational Shift
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
1%synergy
Smuggler's Share
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
-0%synergy
Wizard Class
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
-2%synergy
Unable to Scream
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
4%synergy
Elspeth Conquers Death
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
4%synergy
Omen of the Sea
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
1%synergy
Touch the Spirit Realm
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
1%synergy
Extraordinary Journey
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
4%synergy
Out of Time
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
4%synergy
Charitable Levy
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
4%synergy
Witness Protection
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Dress Down
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
4%synergy
As Foretold
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
4%synergy
Dollmaker's Shop // Porcelain Gallery
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
4%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
0%synergy
Candlekeep Sage
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
2%synergy
True Conviction
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Planeswalkers
Teferi, Time Raveler
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
5%synergy
The Eternal Wanderer
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
9%synergy
Elspeth, Sun's Champion
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Teferi, Hero of Dominaria
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
48%inclusion19 decks40 decks
-1%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
30%inclusion12 decks40 decks
13%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
23%inclusion9 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
20%inclusion8 decks40 decks
10%synergy
Riptide Laboratory
18%inclusion7 decks40 decks
15%synergy
Arid Archway
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
13%synergy
Ipnu Rivulet
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
12%synergy
Lotus Field
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
9%synergy
Moorland Haunt
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
6%synergy
Minas Tirith
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
6%synergy
Restless Anchorage
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Mistrise Village
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Ghost Quarter
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
6%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Shefet Dunes
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
7%synergy
Celestial Colonnade
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Castle Vantress
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
2%synergy
Ancient Den
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
-10%synergy
Windbrisk Heights
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Maze of Ith
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
1%synergy
Seat of the Synod
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
-11%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
0%synergy
War Room
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Cactus Preserve
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
5%synergy
Cephalid Coliseum
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Strip Mine
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
93%inclusion37 decks40 decks
9%synergy
Sol Ring
78%inclusion31 decks40 decks
-9%synergy
Talisman of Progress
75%inclusion30 decks40 decks
24%synergy
Azorius Signet
73%inclusion29 decks40 decks
16%synergy
Thought Vessel
55%inclusion22 decks40 decks
13%synergy
Fellwar Stone
45%inclusion18 decks40 decks
17%synergy
Mind Stone
28%inclusion11 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Bender's Waterskin
24%inclusion8 decks34 decks
17%synergy
Sky Diamond
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
4%synergy
Midnight Clock
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
5%synergy
Marble Diamond
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Commander's Sphere
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
-7%synergy
Liquimetal Torque
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
4%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
1%synergy
Patchwork Banner
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
1%synergy
Moonsnare Prototype
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
4%synergy
Springleaf Drum
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Solar Transformer
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
4%synergy
Lands
Island
100%inclusion40 decks40 decks
4%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion40 decks40 decks
5%synergy
Command Tower
95%inclusion38 decks40 decks
9%synergy
Glacial Fortress
85%inclusion34 decks40 decks
22%synergy
Prairie Stream
70%inclusion28 decks40 decks
4%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
70%inclusion28 decks40 decks
25%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
70%inclusion28 decks40 decks
22%synergy
Port Town
68%inclusion27 decks40 decks
21%synergy
Witch Enchanter
60%inclusion24 decks40 decks
47%synergy
Azorius Chancery
60%inclusion24 decks40 decks
24%synergy
Deserted Beach
60%inclusion24 decks40 decks
20%synergy
Sea of Clouds
50%inclusion20 decks40 decks
11%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
50%inclusion20 decks40 decks
15%synergy
Flooded Strand
45%inclusion18 decks40 decks
12%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
43%inclusion17 decks40 decks
5%synergy
Hengegate Pathway
40%inclusion16 decks40 decks
20%synergy
Mystic Gate
40%inclusion16 decks40 decks
16%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
40%inclusion16 decks40 decks
13%synergy
Exotic Orchard
38%inclusion15 decks40 decks
10%synergy
Irrigated Farmland
33%inclusion13 decks40 decks
12%synergy
Meticulous Archive
33%inclusion13 decks40 decks
14%synergy
Nimbus Maze
30%inclusion12 decks40 decks
8%synergy
Idyllic Beachfront
25%inclusion10 decks40 decks
17%synergy
Seachrome Coast
25%inclusion10 decks40 decks
9%synergy
Sink into Stupor
20%inclusion8 decks40 decks
6%synergy
Demolition Field
18%inclusion7 decks40 decks
14%synergy
Tundra
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Prismatic Vista
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
10%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
9%synergy
Glacial Floodplain
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
8%synergy
Tranquil Cove
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
-4%synergy
Polluted Delta
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
7%synergy
Misty Rainforest
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
5%synergy
Myriad Landscape
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
-3%synergy
Windswept Heath
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
6%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
10%synergy
Evolving Wilds
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
-3%synergy
Azorius Guildgate
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
6%synergy
Silundi Vision
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
10%synergy
Arid Mesa
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
6%synergy
Scalding Tarn
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
5%synergy
Fabled Passage
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
2%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Glasspool Mimic
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
7%synergy
Marsh Flats
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
-3%synergy
Lonely Arroyo
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
4%synergy
Flood Plain
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
6%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
3%synergy
Kabira Takedown
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
3%synergy