Cloud, Ex-SOLDIER (Commander) - Legends

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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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Hard-Won Jitte
4.7%inclusion3 decks64 decks
4%synergy
Improvised Arsenal
2.5%inclusion2 decks81 decks
2%synergy
Purple Dragon Punks
1.6%inclusion1 decks61 decks
2%synergy
Novel Nunchaku
1.6%inclusion1 decks62 decks
1%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Colossus Hammer
95%inclusion105 decks111 decks
88%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
95%inclusion106 decks111 decks
86%synergy
Sword of the Animist
88%inclusion98 decks111 decks
81%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
86%inclusion95 decks111 decks
77%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
83%inclusion92 decks111 decks
77%synergy
Red XIII, Proud Warrior
86%inclusion96 decks111 decks
77%synergy
Tifa, Martial Artist
86%inclusion95 decks111 decks
76%synergy
Buster Sword
78%inclusion87 decks111 decks
70%synergy
Bugenhagen, Wise Elder
77%inclusion86 decks111 decks
69%synergy
Professor Hojo
74%inclusion82 decks111 decks
66%synergy
Top Cards
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
69%inclusion77 decks111 decks
62%synergy
Lightning Greaves
68%inclusion76 decks111 decks
43%synergy
Cultivate
68%inclusion75 decks111 decks
18%synergy
Champion's Helm
68%inclusion75 decks111 decks
61%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
68%inclusion75 decks111 decks
60%synergy
Clever Concealment
67%inclusion74 decks111 decks
58%synergy
Forge Anew
67%inclusion74 decks111 decks
62%synergy
Behemoth Sledge
65%inclusion72 decks111 decks
59%synergy
Nature's Lore
65%inclusion72 decks111 decks
27%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
62%inclusion69 decks111 decks
57%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
21%inclusion23 decks111 decks
8%synergy
Teferi's Protection
12%inclusion13 decks111 decks
-5%synergy
Smothering Tithe
12%inclusion13 decks111 decks
-2%synergy
Worldly Tutor
7.2%inclusion8 decks111 decks
-5%synergy
Ancient Tomb
6.3%inclusion7 decks111 decks
0%synergy
Creatures
Barret, Avalanche Leader
62%inclusion69 decks111 decks
56%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
59%inclusion66 decks111 decks
52%synergy
Sephiroth, Fallen Hero
57%inclusion63 decks111 decks
49%synergy
Vincent, Vengeful Atoner
56%inclusion62 decks111 decks
49%synergy
Yuffie, Materia Hunter
54%inclusion60 decks111 decks
49%synergy
Zack Fair
54%inclusion60 decks111 decks
48%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
51%inclusion57 decks111 decks
46%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
46%inclusion51 decks111 decks
38%synergy
Lightning, Army of One
45%inclusion50 decks111 decks
40%synergy
Cloud, Planet's Champion
44%inclusion49 decks111 decks
41%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
41%inclusion45 decks111 decks
37%synergy
Aerith, Last Ancient
41%inclusion45 decks111 decks
37%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
40%inclusion44 decks111 decks
36%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
40%inclusion44 decks111 decks
36%synergy
Bastion Protector
39%inclusion43 decks111 decks
35%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
39%inclusion43 decks111 decks
36%synergy
Helitrooper
37%inclusion41 decks111 decks
33%synergy
Kutzil, Malamet Exemplar
34%inclusion38 decks111 decks
13%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
30%inclusion33 decks111 decks
27%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
29%inclusion32 decks111 decks
26%synergy
Raubahn, Bull of Ala Mhigo
29%inclusion32 decks111 decks
27%synergy
Elena, Turk Recruit
27%inclusion30 decks111 decks
24%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
26%inclusion29 decks111 decks
22%synergy
Armory Automaton
25%inclusion28 decks111 decks
23%synergy
Bronze Guardian
23%inclusion26 decks111 decks
21%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
23%inclusion25 decks111 decks
20%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
20%inclusion22 decks111 decks
18%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
19%inclusion21 decks111 decks
17%synergy
Esper Sentinel
18%inclusion20 decks111 decks
5%synergy
Barret Wallace
18%inclusion20 decks111 decks
16%synergy
Cait Sith, Fortune Teller
17%inclusion19 decks111 decks
15%synergy
Nahiri, Forged in Fury
16%inclusion18 decks111 decks
15%synergy
Birds of Paradise
16%inclusion18 decks111 decks
-7%synergy
Freya Crescent
16%inclusion18 decks111 decks
15%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
14%inclusion16 decks111 decks
12%synergy
Kodama of the West Tree
14%inclusion16 decks111 decks
9%synergy
Beatrix, Loyal General
14%inclusion16 decks111 decks
13%synergy
Amy Rose
14%inclusion15 decks108 decks
13%synergy
Danitha, New Benalia's Light
14%inclusion15 decks111 decks
10%synergy
Tifa Lockhart
14%inclusion15 decks111 decks
11%synergy
Avalanche of Sector 7
14%inclusion15 decks111 decks
12%synergy
Adelbert Steiner
14%inclusion15 decks111 decks
12%synergy
Hellkite Tyrant
12%inclusion13 decks111 decks
10%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
12%inclusion13 decks111 decks
11%synergy
Delighted Halfling
12%inclusion13 decks111 decks
2%synergy
Weapons Vendor
12%inclusion13 decks111 decks
10%synergy
Aerith Gainsborough
10%inclusion11 decks111 decks
9%synergy
Witch Enchanter
9.0%inclusion10 decks111 decks
5%synergy
Heidegger, Shinra Executive
9.0%inclusion10 decks111 decks
8%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
8.1%inclusion9 decks111 decks
5%synergy
Instants
Cloud's Limit Break
57%inclusion63 decks111 decks
51%synergy
Dispatch
55%inclusion61 decks111 decks
49%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Holy
52%inclusion58 decks111 decks
45%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
48%inclusion53 decks111 decks
-10%synergy
Heroic Intervention
44%inclusion49 decks111 decks
5%synergy
Chaos Warp
43%inclusion48 decks111 decks
24%synergy
Lifestream's Blessing
40%inclusion44 decks111 decks
35%synergy
Boros Charm
33%inclusion37 decks111 decks
9%synergy
Path to Exile
33%inclusion37 decks111 decks
-21%synergy
Inventory Management
32%inclusion35 decks111 decks
27%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
25%inclusion28 decks111 decks
16%synergy
Akroma's Will
19%inclusion21 decks111 decks
-1%synergy
Tifa's Limit Break
13%inclusion14 decks111 decks
11%synergy
Restoration Magic
11%inclusion12 decks111 decks
8%synergy
Beast Within
10%inclusion11 decks111 decks
-21%synergy
Deflecting Swat
9.0%inclusion10 decks111 decks
-4%synergy
Slash of Light
9.0%inclusion10 decks111 decks
9%synergy
Generous Gift
8.1%inclusion9 decks111 decks
-18%synergy
Legion Leadership
7.2%inclusion8 decks111 decks
3%synergy
Nature's Claim
6.3%inclusion7 decks111 decks
2%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
5.4%inclusion6 decks111 decks
-8%synergy
Judgment of Alexander
5.2%inclusion5 decks96 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Rampant Growth
62%inclusion69 decks111 decks
24%synergy
Vandalblast
52%inclusion58 decks111 decks
43%synergy
Unfinished Business
49%inclusion54 decks111 decks
45%synergy
Austere Command
45%inclusion50 decks111 decks
31%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
41%inclusion46 decks111 decks
37%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
38%inclusion42 decks111 decks
34%synergy
Farseek
31%inclusion34 decks111 decks
-17%synergy
Open the Armory
30%inclusion33 decks111 decks
25%synergy
Harmonize
24%inclusion27 decks111 decks
15%synergy
Nibelheim Aflame
23%inclusion25 decks111 decks
21%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
22%inclusion24 decks111 decks
19%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Meteor
22%inclusion24 decks111 decks
19%synergy
Decimate
20%inclusion22 decks111 decks
12%synergy
Three Visits
13%inclusion14 decks111 decks
-15%synergy
Blasphemous Act
9.0%inclusion10 decks111 decks
-16%synergy
Full Throttle
6.3%inclusion7 decks111 decks
4%synergy
Sundering Eruption
5.4%inclusion6 decks111 decks
3%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Darksteel Plate
59%inclusion66 decks111 decks
55%synergy
Conformer Shuriken
52%inclusion58 decks111 decks
46%synergy
Hero's Blade
50%inclusion56 decks111 decks
47%synergy
Ultima Weapon
41%inclusion45 decks111 decks
37%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
40%inclusion44 decks111 decks
13%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
39%inclusion43 decks111 decks
34%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
37%inclusion41 decks111 decks
34%synergy
Genji Glove
37%inclusion41 decks111 decks
32%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
35%inclusion39 decks111 decks
30%synergy
Hero's Heirloom
34%inclusion38 decks111 decks
32%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
33%inclusion37 decks111 decks
30%synergy
Inspiring Statuary
32%inclusion36 decks111 decks
28%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
32%inclusion36 decks111 decks
29%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
31%inclusion34 decks111 decks
26%synergy
Shadowspear
29%inclusion32 decks111 decks
25%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
23%inclusion25 decks111 decks
21%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
23%inclusion25 decks111 decks
20%synergy
Mithril Coat
22%inclusion24 decks111 decks
17%synergy
Embercleave
21%inclusion23 decks111 decks
19%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
20%inclusion22 decks111 decks
18%synergy
Mask of Memory
19%inclusion21 decks111 decks
17%synergy
Skullclamp
18%inclusion20 decks111 decks
3%synergy
Helm of the Host
16%inclusion18 decks111 decks
13%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
15%inclusion17 decks111 decks
13%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
15%inclusion17 decks111 decks
12%synergy
Explorer's Scope
15%inclusion17 decks111 decks
13%synergy
Nettlecyst
14%inclusion15 decks111 decks
11%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
14%inclusion15 decks111 decks
12%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
13%inclusion14 decks111 decks
12%synergy
Sunforger
13%inclusion14 decks111 decks
11%synergy
Basilisk Collar
13%inclusion14 decks111 decks
7%synergy
Samurai's Katana
13%inclusion14 decks111 decks
11%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
13%inclusion14 decks111 decks
11%synergy
Leyline Axe
12%inclusion13 decks111 decks
10%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
12%inclusion13 decks111 decks
10%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
12%inclusion13 decks111 decks
10%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
11%inclusion12 decks111 decks
9%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
10%inclusion11 decks111 decks
9%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
10%inclusion11 decks111 decks
8%synergy
Dancer's Chakrams
9.0%inclusion10 decks111 decks
8%synergy
Celestial Armor
8.1%inclusion9 decks111 decks
7%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
8.1%inclusion9 decks111 decks
6%synergy
Robe of Stars
6.3%inclusion7 decks111 decks
5%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
6.3%inclusion7 decks111 decks
5%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
6.3%inclusion7 decks111 decks
5%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
6.3%inclusion7 decks111 decks
5%synergy
Commander's Plate
6.3%inclusion7 decks111 decks
5%synergy
Summoner's Grimoire
6.3%inclusion7 decks111 decks
6%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
5.4%inclusion6 decks111 decks
3%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
5.4%inclusion6 decks111 decks
2%synergy
Enchantments
Sigarda's Aid
49%inclusion54 decks111 decks
44%synergy
Fighter Class
21%inclusion23 decks111 decks
19%synergy
SOLDIER Military Program
15%inclusion17 decks111 decks
13%synergy
Annie Joins Up
14%inclusion16 decks111 decks
-5%synergy
Aggravated Assault
13%inclusion14 decks111 decks
8%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
9.0%inclusion10 decks111 decks
5%synergy
Furious Rise
6.3%inclusion7 decks111 decks
5%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
6.3%inclusion7 decks111 decks
6%synergy
Utility Lands
Slayers' Stronghold
59%inclusion66 decks111 decks
54%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
50%inclusion55 decks111 decks
45%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
42%inclusion47 decks111 decks
32%synergy
Rogue's Passage
33%inclusion37 decks111 decks
7%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
27%inclusion30 decks111 decks
25%synergy
Boseiju, Who Endures
16%inclusion18 decks111 decks
0%synergy
Reliquary Tower
11%inclusion12 decks111 decks
-8%synergy
Kessig Wolf Run
10%inclusion11 decks111 decks
-6%synergy
Minas Tirith
9.0%inclusion10 decks111 decks
6%synergy
Urza's Saga
8.1%inclusion9 decks111 decks
3%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
8.1%inclusion9 decks111 decks
-11%synergy
Arena of Glory
7.2%inclusion8 decks111 decks
4%synergy
Command Beacon
7.2%inclusion8 decks111 decks
4%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
7.2%inclusion8 decks111 decks
3%synergy
Adventurer's Inn
7.2%inclusion8 decks111 decks
7%synergy
Inventors' Fair
5.4%inclusion6 decks111 decks
3%synergy
Axgard Armory
5.4%inclusion6 decks111 decks
4%synergy
Zanarkand, Ancient Metropolis
5.4%inclusion6 decks111 decks
5%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
93%inclusion103 decks111 decks
18%synergy
Sol Ring
93%inclusion103 decks111 decks
9%synergy
Summoning Materia
51%inclusion57 decks111 decks
46%synergy
The Aetherspark
18%inclusion20 decks111 decks
17%synergy
Fellwar Stone
7.2%inclusion8 decks111 decks
-3%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
5.4%inclusion6 decks111 decks
-3%synergy
Lands
Plains
100%inclusion111 decks111 decks
4%synergy
Mountain
99%inclusion110 decks111 decks
4%synergy
Forest
99%inclusion110 decks111 decks
2%synergy
Command Tower
97%inclusion108 decks111 decks
7%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
76%inclusion84 decks111 decks
33%synergy
Sunpetal Grove
73%inclusion81 decks111 decks
35%synergy
Rootbound Crag
73%inclusion81 decks111 decks
35%synergy
Battlefield Forge
72%inclusion80 decks111 decks
49%synergy
Exotic Orchard
68%inclusion76 decks111 decks
15%synergy
Jungle Shrine
68%inclusion76 decks111 decks
14%synergy
Brushland
64%inclusion71 decks111 decks
43%synergy
Rugged Prairie
64%inclusion71 decks111 decks
53%synergy
Path of Ancestry
64%inclusion71 decks111 decks
29%synergy
Canopy Vista
62%inclusion69 decks111 decks
13%synergy
Cinder Glade
62%inclusion69 decks111 decks
13%synergy
Spire of Industry
61%inclusion68 decks111 decks
56%synergy
Fire-Lit Thicket
61%inclusion68 decks111 decks
54%synergy
Fortified Village
50%inclusion55 decks111 decks
28%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
50%inclusion55 decks111 decks
34%synergy
Game Trail
48%inclusion53 decks111 decks
28%synergy
Sungrass Prairie
47%inclusion52 decks111 decks
31%synergy
Stomping Ground
46%inclusion51 decks111 decks
2%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
45%inclusion50 decks111 decks
36%synergy
Mossfire Valley
43%inclusion48 decks111 decks
29%synergy
Sacred Foundry
43%inclusion48 decks111 decks
3%synergy
Sacred Peaks
43%inclusion48 decks111 decks
38%synergy
Wooded Ridgeline
42%inclusion47 decks111 decks
37%synergy
Temple Garden
42%inclusion47 decks111 decks
0%synergy
Evolving Wilds
41%inclusion46 decks111 decks
11%synergy
Radiant Grove
40%inclusion44 decks111 decks
34%synergy
Jetmir's Garden
31%inclusion34 decks111 decks
-10%synergy
Windswept Heath
28%inclusion31 decks111 decks
-3%synergy
Ash Barrens
27%inclusion30 decks111 decks
21%synergy
Arid Mesa
27%inclusion30 decks111 decks
0%synergy
Wooded Foothills
26%inclusion29 decks111 decks
-4%synergy
Spectator Seating
18%inclusion20 decks111 decks
-7%synergy
Spire Garden
17%inclusion19 decks111 decks
-10%synergy
Bountiful Promenade
17%inclusion19 decks111 decks
-11%synergy
Sundown Pass
16%inclusion18 decks111 decks
2%synergy
Karplusan Forest
16%inclusion18 decks111 decks
-1%synergy
Hushwood Verge
12%inclusion13 decks111 decks
1%synergy
Rockfall Vale
11%inclusion12 decks111 decks
-13%synergy
Overgrown Farmland
11%inclusion12 decks111 decks
-11%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
11%inclusion12 decks111 decks
8%synergy
Starting Town
11%inclusion12 decks111 decks
8%synergy
Witch Enchanter
9.0%inclusion10 decks111 decks
5%synergy
Fabled Passage
9.0%inclusion10 decks111 decks
-3%synergy
Gongaga, Reactor Town
9.0%inclusion10 decks111 decks
8%synergy
Sheltering Landscape
8.1%inclusion9 decks111 decks
-6%synergy
Commercial District
8.1%inclusion9 decks111 decks
0%synergy