Cloud, Ex-SOLDIER (Commander) - Expensive Optimized

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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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Redirect Lightning
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
0%synergy
Toph, the First Metalbender
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Monk Gyatso
4.2%inclusion1 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
4.0%inclusion1 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Badgermole Cub
3.8%inclusion1 decks26 decks
-8%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Stoneforge Mystic
95%inclusion52 decks55 decks
91%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
93%inclusion51 decks55 decks
88%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
96%inclusion53 decks55 decks
88%synergy
Colossus Hammer
91%inclusion50 decks55 decks
85%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
90%inclusion46 decks51 decks
83%synergy
Buster Sword
90%inclusion46 decks51 decks
82%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
78%inclusion43 decks55 decks
74%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
76%inclusion42 decks55 decks
73%synergy
Esper Sentinel
84%inclusion46 decks55 decks
71%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
75%inclusion41 decks55 decks
69%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
84%inclusion46 decks55 decks
26%synergy
Deflecting Swat
78%inclusion43 decks55 decks
66%synergy
Shadowspear
71%inclusion39 decks55 decks
67%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
69%inclusion38 decks55 decks
65%synergy
Forge Anew
65%inclusion36 decks55 decks
61%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
64%inclusion35 decks55 decks
56%synergy
Birds of Paradise
60%inclusion33 decks55 decks
37%synergy
Tifa, Martial Artist
58%inclusion31 decks53 decks
49%synergy
Heroic Intervention
58%inclusion32 decks55 decks
19%synergy
Helm of the Host
56%inclusion31 decks55 decks
53%synergy
Game Changers
Ancient Tomb
84%inclusion46 decks55 decks
77%synergy
Teferi's Protection
75%inclusion41 decks55 decks
57%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
75%inclusion41 decks55 decks
62%synergy
Mana Vault
60%inclusion33 decks55 decks
57%synergy
Mox Diamond
60%inclusion33 decks55 decks
58%synergy
Worldly Tutor
55%inclusion30 decks55 decks
42%synergy
Chrome Mox
53%inclusion29 decks55 decks
50%synergy
Smothering Tithe
49%inclusion27 decks55 decks
35%synergy
The One Ring
47%inclusion26 decks55 decks
43%synergy
Jeska's Will
29%inclusion16 decks55 decks
23%synergy
Creatures
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
55%inclusion30 decks55 decks
51%synergy
Red XIII, Proud Warrior
53%inclusion27 decks51 decks
43%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
45%inclusion25 decks55 decks
42%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
43%inclusion22 decks51 decks
34%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
42%inclusion23 decks55 decks
40%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
39%inclusion20 decks51 decks
35%synergy
Delighted Halfling
38%inclusion21 decks55 decks
28%synergy
Lightning, Army of One
35%inclusion18 decks51 decks
30%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
35%inclusion19 decks55 decks
27%synergy
Grand Abolisher
35%inclusion19 decks55 decks
30%synergy
Professor Hojo
33%inclusion17 decks51 decks
25%synergy
Kutzil, Malamet Exemplar
33%inclusion18 decks55 decks
11%synergy
Vincent, Vengeful Atoner
31%inclusion16 decks51 decks
24%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
31%inclusion17 decks55 decks
29%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
31%inclusion17 decks55 decks
28%synergy
Bugenhagen, Wise Elder
29%inclusion15 decks51 decks
20%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
29%inclusion16 decks55 decks
24%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
29%inclusion16 decks55 decks
24%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
27%inclusion15 decks55 decks
26%synergy
Bureau Headmaster
27%inclusion15 decks55 decks
25%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
24%inclusion13 decks55 decks
21%synergy
Sephiroth, Fallen Hero
24%inclusion12 decks51 decks
16%synergy
Aerith, Last Ancient
22%inclusion11 decks51 decks
18%synergy
Yuffie, Materia Hunter
22%inclusion11 decks51 decks
16%synergy
Cloud, Planet's Champion
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
17%synergy
Avacyn's Pilgrim
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
17%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
20%inclusion10 decks51 decks
16%synergy
Barret, Avalanche Leader
20%inclusion10 decks51 decks
13%synergy
Simian Spirit Guide
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
16%synergy
Elvish Spirit Guide
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
16%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
13%synergy
Raubahn, Bull of Ala Mhigo
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
14%synergy
Voice of Victory
15%inclusion8 decks53 decks
11%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
12%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
12%synergy
Kodama of the West Tree
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Bloom Tender
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Lion Sash
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Combat Celebrant
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
11%synergy
Mother of Runes
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
11%synergy
Zack Fair
12%inclusion6 decks51 decks
6%synergy
Elvish Mystic
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
-2%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Nahiri, Forged in Fury
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Llanowar Elves
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
-7%synergy
Recruiter of the Guard
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Instants
Path to Exile
53%inclusion29 decks55 decks
-2%synergy
Eladamri's Call
38%inclusion21 decks55 decks
29%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
36%inclusion20 decks55 decks
22%synergy
Dispatch
36%inclusion20 decks55 decks
31%synergy
Inventory Management
33%inclusion18 decks55 decks
28%synergy
Clever Concealment
33%inclusion18 decks55 decks
24%synergy
Silence
27%inclusion15 decks55 decks
24%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Holy
25%inclusion13 decks51 decks
18%synergy
Boros Charm
25%inclusion14 decks55 decks
1%synergy
Final Fortune
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
16%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
14%synergy
Veil of Summer
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
13%synergy
Cloud's Limit Break
16%inclusion8 decks51 decks
9%synergy
Chaos Warp
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
-5%synergy
Legolas's Quick Reflexes
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
13%synergy
Force of Vigor
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
13%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Generous Gift
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
-15%synergy
Pyroblast
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Akroma's Will
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
-7%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
1%synergy
Orim's Chant
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Nature's Claim
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Legion Leadership
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Lightning Bolt
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Lifestream's Blessing
5.9%inclusion3 decks51 decks
1%synergy
Krosan Grip
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Noxious Revival
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Crop Rotation
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-2%synergy
Chord of Calling
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
0%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Seething Song
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Beast Within
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-27%synergy
Great Train Heist
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Deflecting Palm
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Sorceries
Open the Armory
49%inclusion27 decks55 decks
45%synergy
Nature's Lore
44%inclusion24 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Full Throttle
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
15%synergy
Vandalblast
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Gamble
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
15%synergy
Farseek
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
-32%synergy
Cultivate
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
-33%synergy
Three Visits
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
-12%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
15%synergy
Farewell
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Finale of Devastation
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Unfinished Business
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Austere Command
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
-4%synergy
Rampant Growth
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
-27%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Blasphemous Act
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
-16%synergy
Nibelheim Aflame
7.8%inclusion4 decks51 decks
6%synergy
Seize the Day
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-2%synergy
Overpowering Attack
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Sylvan Tutor
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Decimate
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-2%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Commander's Plate
53%inclusion29 decks55 decks
52%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
51%inclusion28 decks55 decks
49%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
45%inclusion25 decks55 decks
42%synergy
Lightning Greaves
45%inclusion25 decks55 decks
20%synergy
Sunforger
42%inclusion23 decks55 decks
41%synergy
Embercleave
36%inclusion20 decks55 decks
34%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
36%inclusion20 decks55 decks
33%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
35%inclusion18 decks51 decks
27%synergy
Nettlecyst
33%inclusion18 decks55 decks
30%synergy
Sword of the Animist
33%inclusion18 decks55 decks
26%synergy
Genji Glove
31%inclusion15 decks48 decks
26%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
26%inclusion13 decks50 decks
23%synergy
Champion's Helm
24%inclusion13 decks55 decks
18%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
24%inclusion13 decks55 decks
19%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
22%inclusion12 decks55 decks
21%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
22%inclusion12 decks55 decks
20%synergy
Mithril Coat
22%inclusion12 decks55 decks
17%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
22%inclusion12 decks55 decks
20%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
22%inclusion12 decks55 decks
17%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
17%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
-7%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
18%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
18%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
19%synergy
Darksteel Plate
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
14%synergy
Hero's Blade
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
13%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
15%synergy
Conformer Shuriken
16%inclusion8 decks51 decks
9%synergy
Skullclamp
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
0%synergy
Basilisk Collar
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
12%synergy
Behemoth Sledge
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Pip-Boy 3000
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Power Fist
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
11%synergy
Doc Ock's Tentacles
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
11%synergy
Celestial Armor
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Inspiring Statuary
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Leyline Axe
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
8%synergy
O-Naginata
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Argentum Armor
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Belt of Giant Strength
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Ultima Weapon
7.8%inclusion4 decks51 decks
5%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
7.5%inclusion4 decks53 decks
6%synergy
Robe of Stars
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Enchantments
Aggravated Assault
56%inclusion31 decks55 decks
51%synergy
Fighter Class
31%inclusion17 decks55 decks
29%synergy
Sylvan Library
29%inclusion16 decks55 decks
20%synergy
Super State
14%inclusion6 decks44 decks
13%synergy
Carpet of Flowers
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
11%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Underworld Breach
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Annie Joins Up
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
-10%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
3%synergy
All That Glitters
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
2%synergy
Survival of the Fittest
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Bear Umbra
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
1%synergy
Nature's Will
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Food Chain
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Wild Growth
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-4%synergy
Utility Lands
Urza's Saga
67%inclusion37 decks55 decks
63%synergy
Boseiju, Who Endures
65%inclusion36 decks55 decks
49%synergy
Kessig Wolf Run
29%inclusion16 decks55 decks
12%synergy
Gaea's Cradle
27%inclusion15 decks55 decks
22%synergy
Rogue's Passage
27%inclusion15 decks55 decks
1%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
25%inclusion14 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Mishra's Workshop
25%inclusion14 decks55 decks
25%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
13%synergy
Inventors' Fair
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
14%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Reliquary Tower
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
-8%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
10%inclusion5 decks51 decks
7%synergy
Great Furnace
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Shifting Woodland
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Ancient Den
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Buried Ruin
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Command Beacon
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Bonders' Enclave
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Tree of Tales
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy
City of Traitors
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
100%inclusion55 decks55 decks
16%synergy
Arcane Signet
91%inclusion50 decks55 decks
17%synergy
Mox Opal
73%inclusion40 decks55 decks
71%synergy
Lotus Petal
44%inclusion24 decks55 decks
40%synergy
Mox Amber
33%inclusion18 decks55 decks
31%synergy
The Aetherspark
25%inclusion14 decks55 decks
24%synergy
Grim Monolith
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
16%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Fellwar Stone
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
2%synergy
Summoning Materia
12%inclusion6 decks51 decks
6%synergy
Paradise Mantle
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Talisman of Impulse
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
-1%synergy
Talisman of Unity
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
-1%synergy
Thought Vessel
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
0%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-7%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
98%inclusion54 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Savannah
93%inclusion51 decks55 decks
82%synergy
Taiga
91%inclusion50 decks55 decks
80%synergy
Plateau
91%inclusion50 decks55 decks
80%synergy
Arid Mesa
89%inclusion49 decks55 decks
61%synergy
Windswept Heath
89%inclusion49 decks55 decks
58%synergy
Sacred Foundry
89%inclusion49 decks55 decks
50%synergy
Temple Garden
87%inclusion48 decks55 decks
46%synergy
Stomping Ground
87%inclusion48 decks55 decks
44%synergy
Wooded Foothills
87%inclusion48 decks55 decks
58%synergy
Plains
84%inclusion46 decks55 decks
-12%synergy
Forest
82%inclusion45 decks55 decks
-15%synergy
Mountain
78%inclusion43 decks55 decks
-17%synergy
Bountiful Promenade
62%inclusion34 decks55 decks
33%synergy
Spectator Seating
60%inclusion33 decks55 decks
34%synergy
Spire Garden
51%inclusion28 decks55 decks
24%synergy
City of Brass
44%inclusion24 decks55 decks
37%synergy
Mana Confluence
44%inclusion24 decks55 decks
37%synergy
Jetmir's Garden
42%inclusion23 decks55 decks
0%synergy
Misty Rainforest
40%inclusion22 decks55 decks
34%synergy
Exotic Orchard
40%inclusion22 decks55 decks
-13%synergy
Spire of Industry
38%inclusion21 decks55 decks
34%synergy
Flooded Strand
35%inclusion19 decks55 decks
29%synergy
Marsh Flats
35%inclusion19 decks55 decks
29%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
33%inclusion18 decks55 decks
30%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
31%inclusion17 decks55 decks
26%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
31%inclusion17 decks55 decks
25%synergy
Battlefield Forge
25%inclusion14 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Scalding Tarn
24%inclusion13 decks55 decks
19%synergy
Brushland
24%inclusion13 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Cavern of Souls
22%inclusion12 decks55 decks
11%synergy
Sunpetal Grove
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
-17%synergy
Lush Portico
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
11%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
-21%synergy
Rootbound Crag
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
-19%synergy
Prismatic Vista
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
12%synergy
Rugged Prairie
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Commercial District
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Reflecting Pool
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Starting Town
14%inclusion7 decks51 decks
11%synergy
Elegant Parlor
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Hushwood Verge
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
2%synergy
Fire-Lit Thicket
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Jungle Shrine
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
-45%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Thornspire Verge
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
1%synergy
Path of Ancestry
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
-24%synergy
Mossfire Valley
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
-5%synergy
Legion Leadership
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
5%synergy