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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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Lasting Tarfire
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Jetfire, Ingenious Scientist
53%inclusion32 decks60 decks
52%synergy
Foundry Inspector
53%inclusion32 decks60 decks
46%synergy
Prowl, Stoic Strategist
43%inclusion26 decks60 decks
42%synergy
Abzan Falconer
43%inclusion26 decks60 decks
42%synergy
Steel Overseer
50%inclusion30 decks60 decks
40%synergy
Arcbound Shikari
42%inclusion25 decks60 decks
40%synergy
Arcee, Sharpshooter
40%inclusion24 decks60 decks
39%synergy
Thopter Spy Network
40%inclusion24 decks60 decks
36%synergy
Enthusiastic Mechanaut
48%inclusion29 decks60 decks
36%synergy
Ratchet, Field Medic
35%inclusion21 decks60 decks
34%synergy
Top Cards
Etherium Sculptor
37%inclusion22 decks60 decks
24%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
37%inclusion22 decks60 decks
-32%synergy
Wake the Past
33%inclusion20 decks60 decks
23%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
33%inclusion20 decks60 decks
17%synergy
Negate
33%inclusion20 decks60 decks
17%synergy
Together Forever
32%inclusion19 decks60 decks
31%synergy
Ainok Bond-Kin
32%inclusion19 decks60 decks
31%synergy
Tezzeret's Gambit
32%inclusion19 decks60 decks
21%synergy
Abzan Battle Priest
32%inclusion19 decks60 decks
31%synergy
Padeem, Consul of Innovation
30%inclusion18 decks60 decks
26%synergy
Creatures
Mikaeus, the Lunarch
30%inclusion18 decks60 decks
29%synergy
Akki Battle Squad
27%inclusion16 decks60 decks
26%synergy
Goldbug, Humanity's Ally
27%inclusion16 decks60 decks
26%synergy
Losheel, Clockwork Scholar
27%inclusion16 decks60 decks
24%synergy
Anafenza, Kin-Tree Spirit
27%inclusion16 decks60 decks
26%synergy
Arcbound Tracker
25%inclusion15 decks60 decks
25%synergy
Arcbound Mouser
22%inclusion13 decks60 decks
21%synergy
Axgard Artisan
22%inclusion13 decks60 decks
21%synergy
Dusk Legion Duelist
22%inclusion13 decks60 decks
21%synergy
Gold-Forged Thopteryx
22%inclusion13 decks60 decks
20%synergy
Thrummingbird
22%inclusion13 decks60 decks
13%synergy
Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion
22%inclusion13 decks60 decks
16%synergy
Arcbound Javelineer
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
19%synergy
Urza, Prince of Kroog
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
18%synergy
Towashi Guide-Bot
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
20%synergy
Patrolling Peacemaker
19%inclusion3 decks16 decks
2%synergy
Thundering Raiju
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
16%synergy
Anim Pakal, Thousandth Moon
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
15%synergy
Grateful Apparition
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
14%synergy
Ingenious Prodigy
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
18%synergy
Slicer, Hired Muscle
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
17%synergy
Arcbound Prototype
17%inclusion10 decks60 decks
16%synergy
Cayth, Famed Mechanist
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
8%synergy
Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp
17%inclusion10 decks60 decks
16%synergy
Iron Apprentice
15%inclusion9 decks60 decks
15%synergy
Burnished Hart
15%inclusion9 decks60 decks
13%synergy
Elite Scaleguard
15%inclusion9 decks60 decks
15%synergy
Firebending Student
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Fire Nation Cadets
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Earth Kingdom Jailer
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Professor Zei, Anthropologist
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Zhao, the Moon Slayer
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Curious Farm Animals
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Treetop Freedom Fighters
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Tiger-Dillo
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Invasion Reinforcements
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Vengeful Villagers
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Herald of Secret Streams
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
11%synergy
Jhoira, Weatherlight Captain
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
1%synergy
Kotori, Pilot Prodigy
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
13%synergy
Master of Etherium
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
12%synergy
Emissary Escort
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
12%synergy
Dauntless Scrapbot
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
12%synergy
Surge Conductor
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
-1%synergy
Bronze Guardian
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
10%synergy
Metropolis Angel
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
11%synergy
Sai, Master Thopterist
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Automated Artificer
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
12%synergy
Walking Skyscraper
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
12%synergy
Arcbound Slasher
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
11%synergy
Instants
Unbreakable Formation
30%inclusion18 decks60 decks
23%synergy
Dispatch
25%inclusion15 decks60 decks
11%synergy
Path to Exile
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
-29%synergy
Experimental Augury
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
12%synergy
Counterspell
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
-15%synergy
Disenchant
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
16%synergy
Generous Gift
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
-3%synergy
Abrade
15%inclusion9 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Zuko's Exile
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Firebending Lesson
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Reject Imperfection
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
13%synergy
Wear // Tear
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Take Up the Shield
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
13%synergy
Chaos Warp
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
-9%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
9%synergy
Essence Capture
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Machine Over Matter
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Lightning Bolt
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
0%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Armed and Armored
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Unbounded Potential
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Serum Snare
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Fire Nation Attacks
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
It'll Quench Ya!
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
How to Start a Riot
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Duty Beyond Death
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Demand Answers
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Aetherize
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
2%synergy
Stern Lesson
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Thirst for Knowledge
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
1%synergy
Hindering Light
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
-3%synergy
Loran's Escape
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Jeskai Charm
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Brainstorm
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
-14%synergy
Reality Shift
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Lightning Helix
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Resculpt
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Planar Incision
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Legion Leadership
5.8%inclusion3 decks52 decks
-1%synergy
Suit Up
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Quick Study
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Temur Battle Rage
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
3%synergy
Ride Down
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Volt Charge
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Urza's Command
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Valorous Stance
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
4%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
3%synergy
Sorceries
Thoughtcast
23%inclusion14 decks60 decks
19%synergy
Vivisurgeon's Insight
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
20%synergy
Organic Extinction
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
10%synergy
Austere Command
15%inclusion9 decks60 decks
3%synergy
Gather the White Lotus
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
One with the Machine
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
10%synergy
Recommission
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
11%synergy
Requisition Raid
11%inclusion6 decks57 decks
8%synergy
Forging the Anchor
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
10%synergy
Blasphemous Act
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
-13%synergy
Invoke Justice
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
10%synergy
Contentious Plan
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Basri's Solidarity
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Faithless Looting
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
-5%synergy
Start Your Engines
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Reckless Handling
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Waterbending Lesson
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Delete
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Rip Apart
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Time Wipe
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
1%synergy
Preordain
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
-7%synergy
Voyage Home
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
3%synergy
Open the Vaults
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
3%synergy
Mass Production
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Kayla's Command
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Cut a Deal
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
3%synergy
Tormenting Voice
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Divination
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Angelfire Ignition
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Excavation Explosion
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Anchor to Reality
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Fireball
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Dusk // Dawn
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
2%synergy
Collective Effort
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Wayfarer's Bauble
25%inclusion15 decks60 decks
14%synergy
Lux Artillery
23%inclusion14 decks60 decks
18%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
-5%synergy
Prodigy's Prototype
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
18%synergy
Mechtitan Core
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
18%synergy
Shorikai, Genesis Engine
17%inclusion10 decks60 decks
14%synergy
Bident of Thassa
17%inclusion10 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Surgehacker Mech
15%inclusion9 decks60 decks
15%synergy
Mobilizer Mech
15%inclusion9 decks60 decks
14%synergy
Planetarium of Wan Shi Tong
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Kyoshi Battle Fan
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Sculpting Steel
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
9%synergy
Aerial Surveyor
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
11%synergy
Imperial Recovery Unit
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
12%synergy
Skysovereign, Consul Flagship
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
11%synergy
The Prydwen, Steel Flagship
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
8%synergy
High-Speed Hoverbike
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
10%synergy
The Key to the Vault
8.6%inclusion5 decks58 decks
6%synergy
Parhelion II
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Imposter Mech
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Brotherhood Vertibird
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Brute Suit
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Peacewalker Colossus
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Atomic Microsizer
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Automated Assembly Line
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
1%synergy
Weatherlight
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Futurist Sentinel
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Careening Mine Cart
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Cloud Key
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
1%synergy
Mystic Forge
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
1%synergy
Recon Craft Theta
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Key to the City
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Inspirit, Flagship Vessel
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
-3%synergy
Uthros Research Craft
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
-7%synergy
The Seriema
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
1%synergy
Moxite Refinery
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
-2%synergy
Salvation Engine
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Guidelight Pathmaker
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
5%synergy
Defense Grid
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Thundersteel Colossus
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Lightning Greaves
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
-20%synergy
Soul-Guide Lantern
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
3%synergy
Manifold Key
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
3%synergy
Throne of Geth
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Mindlink Mech
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Contagion Clasp
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Ichor Wellspring
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
4%synergy
The Belligerent
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Dragonfly Suit
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Honest Work
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
The Cave of Two Lovers
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Reconnaissance Mission
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
10%synergy
Tempered Steel
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
12%synergy
Rising of the Day
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Sigarda's Summons
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
11%synergy
Felidar Retreat
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
9%synergy
Citadel Siege
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
10%synergy
Born to Drive
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
10%synergy
Whirlwind of Thought
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
-16%synergy
Gleam of Authority
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Gleam of Battle
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Paladin Class
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Static Net
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Take Flight
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Military Intelligence
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%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
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
10%synergy
Saheeli, Filigree Master
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
9%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
-7%synergy
Buried Ruin
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
0%synergy
Mech Hangar
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
11%synergy
Karn's Bastion
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
-4%synergy
Dalkovan Encampment
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Restless Bivouac
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Phyrexia's Core
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
7%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
2%synergy
Temple of the False God
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
1%synergy
Forge of Heroes
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Ancient Den
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
-7%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
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
Seat of the Synod
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
-8%synergy
Mishra's Factory
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
72%inclusion43 decks60 decks
-18%synergy
Arcane Signet
70%inclusion42 decks60 decks
-18%synergy
Commander's Sphere
48%inclusion29 decks60 decks
35%synergy
Azorius Signet
40%inclusion24 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Izzet Signet
38%inclusion23 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Boros Signet
32%inclusion19 decks60 decks
2%synergy
Fellwar Stone
32%inclusion19 decks60 decks
0%synergy
Mind Stone
28%inclusion17 decks60 decks
16%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
-23%synergy
Sky Diamond
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
19%synergy
Marble Diamond
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
17%synergy
Fire Diamond
17%inclusion10 decks60 decks
16%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
17%inclusion10 decks60 decks
-27%synergy
Talisman of Progress
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
-32%synergy
Solar Array
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
2%synergy
Cultivator's Caravan
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
11%synergy
Network Terminal
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
-3%synergy
Jeskai Banner
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Midnight Clock
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
3%synergy
Boros Cluestone
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Aetheric Amplifier
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
1%synergy
Hedron Archive
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Manalith
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Pristine Talisman
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Raugrin Crystal
5.0%inclusion3 decks60 decks
2%synergy
Lands
Mountain
100%inclusion60 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion60 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Island
98%inclusion59 decks60 decks
3%synergy
Command Tower
77%inclusion46 decks60 decks
-16%synergy
Exotic Orchard
48%inclusion29 decks60 decks
-13%synergy
Mystic Monastery
48%inclusion29 decks60 decks
-11%synergy
Evolving Wilds
47%inclusion28 decks60 decks
19%synergy
Swiftwater Cliffs
42%inclusion25 decks60 decks
36%synergy
Prairie Stream
33%inclusion20 decks60 decks
-6%synergy
Temple of Triumph
33%inclusion20 decks60 decks
9%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
33%inclusion20 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Tranquil Cove
32%inclusion19 decks60 decks
24%synergy
Temple of Epiphany
32%inclusion19 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
32%inclusion19 decks60 decks
25%synergy
Airship Engine Room
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
28%inclusion17 decks60 decks
11%synergy
Azorius Chancery
28%inclusion17 decks60 decks
16%synergy
Battlefield Forge
25%inclusion15 decks60 decks
-17%synergy
Boros Garrison
23%inclusion14 decks60 decks
14%synergy
Port Town
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
2%synergy
Myriad Landscape
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
9%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
20%inclusion12 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Razortide Bridge
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Spire of Industry
18%inclusion11 decks60 decks
5%synergy
Silverbluff 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
Power Depot
17%inclusion10 decks60 decks
15%synergy
Boros Guildgate
15%inclusion9 decks60 decks
13%synergy
Path of Ancestry
15%inclusion9 decks60 decks
-13%synergy
Jasmine Dragon Tea Shop
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
North Pole Gates
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Rumble Arena
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
White Lotus Hideout
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Sun-Blessed Peak
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Sulfur Falls
13%inclusion8 decks60 decks
-39%synergy
Perilous Landscape
12%inclusion6 decks49 decks
-7%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
-39%synergy
Izzet Guildgate
12%inclusion7 decks60 decks
10%synergy
Skybridge Towers
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
9%synergy
Lorehold Campus
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
10%synergy
Glacial Fortress
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
-44%synergy
Azorius Guildgate
10%inclusion6 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
-9%synergy
Stone Quarry
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy
Thriving Bluff
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
4%synergy
Idyllic Beachfront
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
6%synergy
Ash Barrens
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
1%synergy
Unknown Shores
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
8%synergy