Cloud, Ex-SOLDIER (Commander) - Core Aggro

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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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Puresteel Paladin
98%inclusion57 decks58 decks
90%synergy
Colossus Hammer
93%inclusion54 decks58 decks
87%synergy
Red XIII, Proud Warrior
91%inclusion51 decks56 decks
81%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
86%inclusion50 decks58 decks
81%synergy
Sword of the Animist
84%inclusion49 decks58 decks
77%synergy
Professor Hojo
82%inclusion46 decks56 decks
74%synergy
Tifa, Martial Artist
82%inclusion46 decks56 decks
72%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
80%inclusion45 decks56 decks
72%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
79%inclusion44 decks56 decks
71%synergy
Champion's Helm
74%inclusion43 decks58 decks
68%synergy
Top Cards
Bugenhagen, Wise Elder
77%inclusion43 decks56 decks
68%synergy
Nature's Lore
76%inclusion44 decks58 decks
38%synergy
Clever Concealment
74%inclusion43 decks58 decks
66%synergy
Conformer Shuriken
70%inclusion39 decks56 decks
63%synergy
Behemoth Sledge
69%inclusion40 decks58 decks
63%synergy
Cultivate
69%inclusion40 decks58 decks
20%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Holy
68%inclusion38 decks56 decks
61%synergy
Cloud's Limit Break
68%inclusion38 decks56 decks
62%synergy
Barret, Avalanche Leader
68%inclusion38 decks56 decks
62%synergy
Darksteel Plate
67%inclusion39 decks58 decks
63%synergy
Creatures
Yuffie, Materia Hunter
64%inclusion36 decks56 decks
59%synergy
Sephiroth, Fallen Hero
63%inclusion35 decks56 decks
55%synergy
Bastion Protector
62%inclusion36 decks58 decks
59%synergy
Vincent, Vengeful Atoner
61%inclusion34 decks56 decks
54%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
60%inclusion35 decks58 decks
53%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
55%inclusion32 decks58 decks
47%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
54%inclusion30 decks56 decks
46%synergy
Zack Fair
54%inclusion30 decks56 decks
47%synergy
Helitrooper
46%inclusion26 decks56 decks
42%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
41%inclusion24 decks58 decks
36%synergy
Bronze Guardian
41%inclusion24 decks58 decks
39%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
38%inclusion21 decks56 decks
34%synergy
Elena, Turk Recruit
38%inclusion21 decks56 decks
34%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
36%inclusion21 decks58 decks
34%synergy
Cloud, Planet's Champion
33%inclusion19 decks58 decks
29%synergy
Aerith, Last Ancient
32%inclusion18 decks56 decks
28%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
31%inclusion18 decks58 decks
28%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
27%inclusion15 decks56 decks
23%synergy
Cait Sith, Fortune Teller
27%inclusion15 decks56 decks
24%synergy
Raubahn, Bull of Ala Mhigo
25%inclusion14 decks56 decks
23%synergy
Armory Automaton
24%inclusion14 decks58 decks
23%synergy
Freya Crescent
23%inclusion13 decks56 decks
22%synergy
Kutzil, Malamet Exemplar
22%inclusion13 decks58 decks
1%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
22%inclusion13 decks58 decks
18%synergy
Barret Wallace
21%inclusion12 decks56 decks
19%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
21%inclusion12 decks58 decks
19%synergy
Lightning, Army of One
20%inclusion11 decks56 decks
15%synergy
Weapons Vendor
20%inclusion11 decks56 decks
18%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
19%inclusion11 decks58 decks
16%synergy
Birds of Paradise
19%inclusion11 decks58 decks
-4%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
17%inclusion10 decks58 decks
14%synergy
Kodama of the West Tree
17%inclusion10 decks58 decks
12%synergy
Avalanche of Sector 7
14%inclusion8 decks56 decks
13%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
14%inclusion8 decks58 decks
12%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
14%inclusion8 decks58 decks
12%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
14%inclusion8 decks58 decks
11%synergy
Summon: Kujata
13%inclusion7 decks56 decks
11%synergy
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
12%inclusion7 decks58 decks
11%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
12%inclusion7 decks58 decks
10%synergy
Tifa Lockhart
11%inclusion6 decks56 decks
8%synergy
Beatrix, Loyal General
11%inclusion6 decks56 decks
9%synergy
Adelbert Steiner
11%inclusion6 decks56 decks
10%synergy
Amy Rose
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
9%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
10%inclusion6 decks58 decks
9%synergy
Dogmeat, Ever Loyal
10%inclusion6 decks58 decks
9%synergy
Golden-Tail Trainer
10%inclusion6 decks58 decks
9%synergy
Heidegger, Shinra Executive
8.9%inclusion5 decks56 decks
8%synergy
Danitha, New Benalia's Light
8.6%inclusion5 decks58 decks
5%synergy
Chishiro, the Shattered Blade
8.6%inclusion5 decks58 decks
6%synergy
Hellkite Tyrant
8.6%inclusion5 decks58 decks
7%synergy
Instants
Dispatch
62%inclusion36 decks58 decks
56%synergy
Lifestream's Blessing
57%inclusion32 decks56 decks
52%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
48%inclusion28 decks58 decks
-9%synergy
Chaos Warp
47%inclusion27 decks58 decks
27%synergy
Heroic Intervention
41%inclusion24 decks58 decks
2%synergy
Path to Exile
34%inclusion20 decks58 decks
-20%synergy
Boros Charm
33%inclusion19 decks58 decks
8%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
24%inclusion14 decks58 decks
15%synergy
Legion Leadership
19%inclusion11 decks58 decks
15%synergy
Tifa's Limit Break
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
16%synergy
Inventory Management
16%inclusion9 decks58 decks
11%synergy
Beast Within
12%inclusion7 decks58 decks
-20%synergy
Generous Gift
12%inclusion7 decks58 decks
-15%synergy
Enter the Avatar State
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
7%synergy
Restoration Magic
8.9%inclusion5 decks56 decks
7%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
6.9%inclusion4 decks58 decks
4%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
6.9%inclusion4 decks58 decks
-7%synergy
Bolt Bend
6.9%inclusion4 decks58 decks
5%synergy
Obscuring Haze
6.9%inclusion4 decks58 decks
5%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
6.9%inclusion4 decks58 decks
5%synergy
Khalni Ambush
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
4%synergy
Krosan Grip
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
2%synergy
Destroy Evil
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
5%synergy
Tamiyo's Safekeeping
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
2%synergy
Reprieve
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
3%synergy
Akroma's Will
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
-15%synergy
Sorceries
Vandalblast
64%inclusion37 decks58 decks
55%synergy
Austere Command
55%inclusion32 decks58 decks
41%synergy
Rampant Growth
53%inclusion31 decks58 decks
15%synergy
Unfinished Business
50%inclusion29 decks58 decks
47%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
45%inclusion26 decks58 decks
40%synergy
Harmonize
40%inclusion23 decks58 decks
31%synergy
Farseek
38%inclusion22 decks58 decks
-10%synergy
Nibelheim Aflame
27%inclusion15 decks56 decks
25%synergy
Decimate
26%inclusion15 decks58 decks
18%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
24%inclusion14 decks58 decks
22%synergy
Open the Armory
22%inclusion13 decks58 decks
18%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Meteor
20%inclusion11 decks56 decks
17%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
17%inclusion10 decks58 decks
14%synergy
Three Visits
16%inclusion9 decks58 decks
-12%synergy
Stump Stomp
10%inclusion6 decks58 decks
5%synergy
Bridgeworks Battle
8.6%inclusion5 decks58 decks
5%synergy
Reach the Horizon
7.1%inclusion4 decks56 decks
6%synergy
Kodama's Reach
6.9%inclusion4 decks58 decks
-21%synergy
Blasphemous Act
6.9%inclusion4 decks58 decks
-18%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
6.9%inclusion4 decks58 decks
0%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
2%synergy
Full Throttle
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
2%synergy
Sundering Eruption
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
3%synergy
Overpowering Attack
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
4%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Lightning Greaves
67%inclusion39 decks58 decks
42%synergy
Buster Sword
61%inclusion34 decks56 decks
52%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
57%inclusion33 decks58 decks
52%synergy
Hero's Blade
55%inclusion32 decks58 decks
52%synergy
Inspiring Statuary
41%inclusion24 decks58 decks
37%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
40%inclusion23 decks58 decks
13%synergy
Mask of Memory
40%inclusion23 decks58 decks
37%synergy
Hero's Heirloom
38%inclusion22 decks58 decks
36%synergy
Ultima Weapon
32%inclusion18 decks56 decks
29%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
29%inclusion17 decks58 decks
25%synergy
Genji Glove
29%inclusion16 decks55 decks
24%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
24%inclusion14 decks58 decks
21%synergy
Explorer's Scope
24%inclusion14 decks58 decks
22%synergy
Samurai's Katana
23%inclusion13 decks56 decks
22%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
22%inclusion13 decks58 decks
19%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
21%inclusion12 decks58 decks
16%synergy
Skullclamp
21%inclusion12 decks58 decks
6%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
21%inclusion12 decks58 decks
17%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
21%inclusion12 decks58 decks
19%synergy
Dancer's Chakrams
18%inclusion10 decks56 decks
17%synergy
Nettlecyst
17%inclusion10 decks58 decks
15%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
17%inclusion10 decks58 decks
16%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
17%inclusion10 decks58 decks
15%synergy
Shadowspear
17%inclusion10 decks58 decks
14%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
16%inclusion9 decks58 decks
14%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
14%inclusion8 decks56 decks
11%synergy
Mithril Coat
14%inclusion8 decks58 decks
9%synergy
Embercleave
14%inclusion8 decks58 decks
12%synergy
Leyline Axe
14%inclusion8 decks58 decks
12%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
14%inclusion8 decks58 decks
11%synergy
Basilisk Collar
14%inclusion8 decks58 decks
8%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
12%inclusion7 decks57 decks
10%synergy
Doc Ock's Tentacles
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
12%synergy
Celestial Armor
12%inclusion7 decks58 decks
11%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
12%inclusion7 decks58 decks
11%synergy
Commander's Plate
12%inclusion7 decks58 decks
11%synergy
Argentum Armor
12%inclusion7 decks58 decks
11%synergy
Batterskull
12%inclusion7 decks58 decks
12%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
12%inclusion7 decks58 decks
9%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
12%inclusion7 decks58 decks
11%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
11%inclusion6 decks56 decks
9%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
10%inclusion6 decks58 decks
9%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
10%inclusion6 decks58 decks
9%synergy
Helm of the Host
10%inclusion6 decks58 decks
7%synergy
Pre-War Formalwear
10%inclusion6 decks58 decks
8%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
10%inclusion6 decks58 decks
9%synergy
The Spear of Leonidas
10%inclusion6 decks58 decks
10%synergy
Godsend
10%inclusion6 decks58 decks
10%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
10%inclusion6 decks58 decks
9%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
8.6%inclusion5 decks58 decks
6%synergy
Enchantments
Forge Anew
47%inclusion27 decks58 decks
42%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
29%inclusion17 decks58 decks
25%synergy
SOLDIER Military Program
18%inclusion10 decks56 decks
16%synergy
Annie Joins Up
16%inclusion9 decks58 decks
-4%synergy
Fighter Class
16%inclusion9 decks58 decks
13%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
12%inclusion7 decks58 decks
7%synergy
Windcrag Siege
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
4%synergy
Furious Rise
6.9%inclusion4 decks58 decks
6%synergy
Duelist's Heritage
6.9%inclusion4 decks58 decks
5%synergy
Garruk's Uprising
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
-19%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Slayers' Stronghold
72%inclusion42 decks58 decks
67%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
62%inclusion36 decks58 decks
58%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
41%inclusion24 decks58 decks
31%synergy
Rogue's Passage
36%inclusion21 decks58 decks
9%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
14%inclusion8 decks56 decks
12%synergy
Buried Ruin
10%inclusion6 decks58 decks
7%synergy
Boseiju, Who Endures
10%inclusion6 decks58 decks
-6%synergy
Kessig Wolf Run
8.6%inclusion5 decks58 decks
-8%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
6.9%inclusion4 decks58 decks
4%synergy
The Gold Saucer
5.4%inclusion3 decks56 decks
5%synergy
Minas Tirith
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
2%synergy
Reliquary Tower
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
-13%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
95%inclusion55 decks58 decks
11%synergy
Arcane Signet
93%inclusion54 decks58 decks
19%synergy
Summoning Materia
63%inclusion35 decks56 decks
57%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
14%inclusion8 decks58 decks
6%synergy
Talisman of Impulse
12%inclusion7 decks58 decks
4%synergy
Talisman of Unity
8.6%inclusion5 decks58 decks
0%synergy
The Aetherspark
6.9%inclusion4 decks58 decks
5%synergy
The Irencrag
6.9%inclusion4 decks58 decks
7%synergy
Commander's Sphere
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
-4%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
98%inclusion57 decks58 decks
7%synergy
Mountain
98%inclusion57 decks58 decks
3%synergy
Forest
98%inclusion57 decks58 decks
1%synergy
Plains
98%inclusion57 decks58 decks
2%synergy
Brushland
86%inclusion50 decks58 decks
66%synergy
Battlefield Forge
84%inclusion49 decks58 decks
62%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
84%inclusion49 decks58 decks
43%synergy
Spire of Industry
83%inclusion48 decks58 decks
78%synergy
Rootbound Crag
83%inclusion48 decks58 decks
45%synergy
Sunpetal Grove
81%inclusion47 decks58 decks
43%synergy
Exotic Orchard
79%inclusion46 decks58 decks
26%synergy
Cinder Glade
78%inclusion45 decks58 decks
28%synergy
Jungle Shrine
76%inclusion44 decks58 decks
21%synergy
Rugged Prairie
76%inclusion44 decks58 decks
66%synergy
Path of Ancestry
76%inclusion44 decks58 decks
41%synergy
Canopy Vista
76%inclusion44 decks58 decks
26%synergy
Fire-Lit Thicket
71%inclusion41 decks58 decks
64%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
67%inclusion39 decks58 decks
52%synergy
Fortified Village
66%inclusion38 decks58 decks
44%synergy
Sungrass Prairie
62%inclusion36 decks58 decks
46%synergy
Mossfire Valley
60%inclusion35 decks58 decks
47%synergy
Game Trail
59%inclusion34 decks58 decks
38%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
57%inclusion33 decks58 decks
48%synergy
Radiant Grove
40%inclusion23 decks58 decks
34%synergy
Evolving Wilds
40%inclusion23 decks58 decks
9%synergy
Sacred Peaks
38%inclusion22 decks58 decks
33%synergy
Wooded Ridgeline
34%inclusion20 decks58 decks
29%synergy
Stomping Ground
33%inclusion19 decks58 decks
-10%synergy
Sacred Foundry
33%inclusion19 decks58 decks
-7%synergy
Jetmir's Garden
29%inclusion17 decks58 decks
-12%synergy
Ash Barrens
28%inclusion16 decks58 decks
22%synergy
Temple Garden
28%inclusion16 decks58 decks
-14%synergy
Spectator Seating
21%inclusion12 decks58 decks
-5%synergy
Legion Leadership
19%inclusion11 decks58 decks
15%synergy
Bountiful Promenade
17%inclusion10 decks58 decks
-11%synergy
Karplusan Forest
17%inclusion10 decks58 decks
0%synergy
Arid Mesa
17%inclusion10 decks58 decks
-10%synergy
Windswept Heath
16%inclusion9 decks58 decks
-16%synergy
Spire Garden
16%inclusion9 decks58 decks
-11%synergy
Rockfall Vale
14%inclusion8 decks58 decks
-10%synergy
Sundown Pass
14%inclusion8 decks58 decks
-1%synergy
Wooded Foothills
14%inclusion8 decks58 decks
-16%synergy
Overgrown Farmland
12%inclusion7 decks58 decks
-10%synergy
Stump Stomp
10%inclusion6 decks58 decks
5%synergy
Starting Town
8.9%inclusion5 decks56 decks
7%synergy
Savannah
8.6%inclusion5 decks58 decks
-2%synergy
Bridgeworks Battle
8.6%inclusion5 decks58 decks
5%synergy
Plateau
8.6%inclusion5 decks58 decks
-2%synergy
Gongaga, Reactor Town
7.1%inclusion4 decks56 decks
6%synergy
Taiga
6.9%inclusion4 decks58 decks
-4%synergy