Dakkon Blackblade (Commander) - Core Lands Matter

Arnaud Gompertz
Apr 22, 2026
Three Esper-cially Spicy Brews
On this edition of Branching Out, Arnaud digs into some underplayed Commander brews for the Esper color combination.
Deck Filters
Cardsphere
Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Erode
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Blackblade Reforged
93%inclusion25 decks27 decks
90%synergy
Walking Atlas
89%inclusion24 decks27 decks
88%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
89%inclusion24 decks27 decks
82%synergy
Dakkon, Shadow Slayer
78%inclusion21 decks27 decks
76%synergy
Burnished Hart
78%inclusion21 decks27 decks
75%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
85%inclusion23 decks27 decks
72%synergy
Kor Cartographer
67%inclusion18 decks27 decks
66%synergy
Sword of the Animist
70%inclusion19 decks27 decks
66%synergy
Dreamscape Artist
63%inclusion17 decks27 decks
62%synergy
Expedition Map
63%inclusion17 decks27 decks
62%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
70%inclusion19 decks27 decks
46%synergy
Path to Exile
63%inclusion17 decks27 decks
21%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
59%inclusion16 decks27 decks
-9%synergy
Sun Titan
59%inclusion16 decks27 decks
51%synergy
Scaretiller
56%inclusion15 decks27 decks
55%synergy
Void Rend
52%inclusion14 decks27 decks
17%synergy
Felidar Retreat
48%inclusion13 decks27 decks
46%synergy
Navigation Orb
48%inclusion13 decks27 decks
48%synergy
Retreat to Coralhelm
48%inclusion13 decks27 decks
48%synergy
Deep Gnome Terramancer
48%inclusion13 decks27 decks
46%synergy
Game Changers
Field of the Dead
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
4%synergy
Creatures
Ob Nixilis, the Fallen
44%inclusion12 decks27 decks
44%synergy
Baleful Strix
44%inclusion12 decks27 decks
23%synergy
Herald of Leshrac
41%inclusion11 decks27 decks
40%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
36%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
32%synergy
Emeria Angel
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
37%synergy
Scampering Surveyor
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
33%synergy
Cosima, God of the Voyage
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
33%synergy
PuPu UFO
30%inclusion6 decks20 decks
29%synergy
Korlash, Heir to Blackblade
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
29%synergy
Ruin Ghost
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
30%synergy
Iridescent Vinelasher
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
29%synergy
Roil Elemental
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
29%synergy
Oblivion Sower
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
29%synergy
Canoptek Wraith
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
26%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
21%synergy
Emeria Shepherd
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
22%synergy
Tameshi, Reality Architect
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
22%synergy
Witch Enchanter
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Admonition Angel
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
18%synergy
Sire of Stagnation
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
17%synergy
Trophy Mage
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Glyph Elemental
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Keeper of the Accord
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Verge Rangers
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Tribute Mage
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
13%synergy
Dauntless Scrapbot
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
11%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Meloku the Clouded Mirror
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Mother of Runes
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Tiller Engine
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Pilgrim's Eye
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
The Reality Chip
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Boggart Trawler
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
8%synergy
General's Enforcer
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Trove Warden
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Loyal Warhound
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Patron of the Moon
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Squall, SeeD Mercenary
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
6%synergy
Wonder
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
3%synergy
Canyon Jerboa
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Claim Jumper
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Roil Cartographer
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Kamiz, Obscura Oculus
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Giver of Runes
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Esper Sentinel
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
-20%synergy
Thassa, God of the Sea
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Instants
Counterspell
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
-5%synergy
Fact or Fiction
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
26%synergy
Sphinx's Revelation
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
27%synergy
Anguished Unmaking
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
4%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
25%synergy
Arcane Denial
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
21%synergy
Negate
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
2%synergy
Tainted Strike
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
18%synergy
Fell the Profane
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Dovin's Veto
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
-11%synergy
Brainstorm
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
-2%synergy
Divert Disaster
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
11%synergy
Hagra Mauling
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
-16%synergy
Mysteries of the Deep
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Swan Song
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
-9%synergy
Pull from Tomorrow
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Silundi Vision
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Sink into Stupor
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
-2%synergy
Despark
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
-5%synergy
Waterlogged Teachings
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Earthshape
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Sandbenders' Storm
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Drown in the Loch
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Kabira Takedown
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Thirst for Discovery
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Settle the Wreckage
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Return to Dust
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
4%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Abstruse Appropriation
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Supernatural Stamina
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Obscura Charm
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Planar Incision
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Dawn Charm
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Beyeen Veil
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Surge of Salvation
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Utter End
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
1%synergy
Esper Charm
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Narset's Reversal
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Mortify
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
-1%synergy
Generous Gift
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
-7%synergy
Emergency Eject
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
6%synergy
Sorceries
Profane Tutor
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
36%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
24%synergy
Lórien Revealed
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
24%synergy
Single Combat
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
25%synergy
Toxic Deluge
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
3%synergy
Damn
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
2%synergy
Time Wipe
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Vindicate
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Supreme Verdict
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
0%synergy
Windfall
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
2%synergy
Austere Command
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Open the Armory
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Read the Bones
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Divine Reckoning
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Mandate of Abaddon
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Painful Truths
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Tragic Arrogance
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Planar Outburst
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Day of Black Sun
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
5%synergy
Ondu Inversion
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Gift of Estates
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Merciless Eviction
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Feed the Swarm
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
4%synergy
Debt to the Deathless
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Finale of Revelation
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Planar Birth
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Ruinous Path
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Night's Whisper
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Preordain
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
2%synergy
Beseech the Queen
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Zof Consumption
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Compulsive Research
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Scrounge for Eternity
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
6%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Sword of Hearth and Home
44%inclusion12 decks27 decks
42%synergy
Lightning Greaves
44%inclusion12 decks27 decks
22%synergy
Seer's Sundial
41%inclusion11 decks27 decks
41%synergy
Explorer's Scope
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
36%synergy
Thaumatic Compass
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
37%synergy
Crucible of Worlds
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
32%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
32%synergy
Realmbreaker, the Invasion Tree
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
29%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
29%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
25%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
25%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
20%synergy
Ghirapur Orrery
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
22%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
21%synergy
Haunted Cloak
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
18%synergy
Mask of Riddles
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
17%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
18%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
13%synergy
Leyline Axe
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Shadowspear
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Mask of Griselbrand
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
15%synergy
Champion's Helm
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Basilisk Collar
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
13%synergy
Hithlain Rope
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Vorrac Battlehorns
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Eternity Vessel
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
World Map
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
9%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Lashwrithe
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Adventuring Gear
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Moonsilver Key
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Thran Power Suit
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Mithril Coat
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
3%synergy
Nightmare Lash
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Mind's Eye
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Mirage Mirror
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
The Key to the Vault
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Fireshrieker
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Darksteel Plate
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Mobile Homestead
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Horn of Greed
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Rings of Brighthearth
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Pendant of Prosperity
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Amulet of Vigor
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Enchantments
Propaganda
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Copy Land
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
29%synergy
Retreat to Emeria
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
29%synergy
Ghostly Prison
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Retreat to Hagra
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
26%synergy
Glasswing Grace
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
16%synergy
Steel of the Godhead
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Phyrexian Arena
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
1%synergy
Ior Ruin Expedition
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
15%synergy
Quest for the Necropolis
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Mystic Remora
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
-9%synergy
Profane Procession
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Oubliette
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Land Tax
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Search for Azcanta
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
1%synergy
Blanket of Night
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Soul Stair Expedition
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
1%synergy
The Restoration of Eiganjo
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Kaya's Ghostform
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Planeswalkers
Gideon Blackblade
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
26%synergy
Liliana of the Dark Realms
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Venser, the Sojourner
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
67%inclusion18 decks27 decks
57%synergy
Terrain Generator
52%inclusion14 decks27 decks
51%synergy
Bojuka Bog
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Temple of the False God
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Shizo, Death's Storehouse
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
16%synergy
Maze of Ith
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
16%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Celestial Colonnade
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Restless Anchorage
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Reliquary Tower
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
-19%synergy
Creeping Tar Pit
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Soulstone Sanctuary
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Sejiri Steppe
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Shambling Vent
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Cabal Coffers
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Academy Ruins
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
4%synergy
Thespian's Stage
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Restless Reef
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
-8%synergy
Field of Ruin
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Mortuary Mire
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
The Black Gate
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Tolaria West
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Maze's End
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Basilisk Gate
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
2%synergy
Thran Portal
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Takenuma, Abandoned Mire
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
1%synergy
Baldur's Gate
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Dark Depths
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Vault of the Archangel
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
1%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
63%inclusion17 decks27 decks
-27%synergy
Arcane Signet
52%inclusion14 decks27 decks
-36%synergy
Fellwar Stone
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
-11%synergy
Talisman of Dominance
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
-31%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
2%synergy
Mind Stone
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
3%synergy
Weather Maker
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Talisman of Progress
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
-33%synergy
Lantern of Revealing
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Talisman of Hierarchy
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
-33%synergy
Commander's Sphere
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
-10%synergy
Decanter of Endless Water
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
0%synergy
Thought Vessel
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
-18%synergy
Azorius Signet
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
-23%synergy
Lands
Swamp
100%inclusion27 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Island
100%inclusion27 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion27 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Command Tower
78%inclusion21 decks27 decks
-15%synergy
Myriad Landscape
67%inclusion18 decks27 decks
59%synergy
Arcane Sanctum
56%inclusion15 decks27 decks
1%synergy
Azorius Chancery
44%inclusion12 decks27 decks
31%synergy
Raffine's Tower
41%inclusion11 decks27 decks
0%synergy
Dimir Aqueduct
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
24%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
17%synergy
Godless Shrine
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
-18%synergy
Orzhov Basilica
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
18%synergy
Sunken Hollow
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
-6%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
-17%synergy
Contaminated Landscape
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
16%synergy
Prairie Stream
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
-11%synergy
Evolving Wilds
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Exotic Orchard
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
-33%synergy
Isolated Chapel
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
-15%synergy
Polluted Delta
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
-12%synergy
Glacial Fortress
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
-20%synergy
Horizon of Progress
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
21%synergy
Drowned Catacomb
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
-16%synergy
Obscura Storefront
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
13%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
21%synergy
Flooded Strand
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
-16%synergy
Watery Grave
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
-29%synergy
Witch Enchanter
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Fabled Passage
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Glasswing Grace
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
16%synergy
Fell the Profane
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Urza's Cave
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Dimir Guildgate
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
13%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Esper Panorama
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Underground River
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
-20%synergy
Azorius Guildgate
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
13%synergy
Marsh Flats
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
-21%synergy
Hagra Mauling
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Clearwater Pathway
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Brightclimb Pathway
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Caves of Koilos
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
-25%synergy
Mistvault Bridge
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Ice Tunnel
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Hengegate Pathway
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Orzhov Guildgate
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Sea of Clouds
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
-24%synergy
Boggart Trawler
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Snowfield Sinkhole
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Sunlit Marsh
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
7%synergy