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Jonathan Zucchetti
Nov 20, 2025
Jonathan Zucchetti
The Best Commander From Every Year of the 2000s
With 2025 drawing to a close, let's take a look back at this quarter century and pick out the best commanders from each year.
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Wan Shi Tong, All-Knowing
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
50%synergy
Cat-Owl
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
16%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Choco, Seeker of Paradise
100%inclusion7 decks7 decks
99%synergy
Kastral, the Windcrested
100%inclusion10 decks10 decks
94%synergy
Empyrean Eagle
90%inclusion9 decks10 decks
86%synergy
Warden of Evos Isle
70%inclusion7 decks10 decks
67%synergy
Watcher of the Spheres
70%inclusion7 decks10 decks
66%synergy
Jubilant Skybonder
60%inclusion6 decks10 decks
58%synergy
Dazzling Denial
60%inclusion6 decks10 decks
56%synergy
Mockingbird
60%inclusion6 decks10 decks
51%synergy
Sidequest: Raise a Chocobo
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
48%synergy
Bartz and Boko
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
48%synergy
Top Cards
Birds of Paradise
80%inclusion8 decks10 decks
46%synergy
Beastmaster Ascension
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
47%synergy
Reconnaissance Mission
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
48%synergy
Winged Portent
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
47%synergy
Strix Serenade
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
46%synergy
Airborne Aid
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
47%synergy
Murmuration
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
45%synergy
Jackdaw Savior
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
45%synergy
Plumecreed Escort
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
36%synergy
Curiosity Crafter
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
37%synergy
Game Changers
Narset, Parter of Veils
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Creatures
Judge's Familiar
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
37%synergy
Ishai, Ojutai Dragonspeaker
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
37%synergy
Aerial Extortionist
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
37%synergy
Cartographer's Hawk
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
39%synergy
Aven Mindcensor
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
35%synergy
The Goose Mother
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
35%synergy
Gilded Goose
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
35%synergy
Aerie Mystics
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Healer's Hawk
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
28%synergy
Keeper of the Nine Gales
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
28%synergy
Tawnos, the Toymaker
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
27%synergy
Kangee's Lieutenant
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Kangee, Sky Warden
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
27%synergy
Nimble Obstructionist
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Skycat Sovereign
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Toski, Bearer of Secrets
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
26%synergy
Gwaihir the Windlord
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
27%synergy
Sazh's Chocobo
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
22%synergy
Knightfisher
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Shrike Force
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
28%synergy
Aven Interrupter
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
26%synergy
Esior, Wardwing Familiar
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
27%synergy
Steel-Plume Marshal
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Ledger Shredder
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
25%synergy
Harrier Strix
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Ambrosia Whiteheart
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
21%synergy
Summon: Fat Chocobo
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
21%synergy
Storm Crow
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
20%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
12%synergy
Kykar, Zephyr Awakener
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
River Hoopoe
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
20%synergy
Owlbear Cub
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Aerie Auxiliary
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
20%synergy
Aven Mimeomancer
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Mirror Entity
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Soulcatcher
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Kangee, Aerie Keeper
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Strix Lookout
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Wingmate Roc
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Lifecreed Duo
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Edric, Spymaster of Trest
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Sephara, Sky's Blade
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Realmwalker
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Falco Spara, Pactweaver
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
16%synergy
Senu, Keen-Eyed Protector
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Cloudfin Raptor
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Sage Owl
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
20%synergy
Clinquant Skymage
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Combat Calligrapher
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
20%synergy
Ouroboroid
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
11%synergy
Instants
Flurry of Wings
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
36%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
-23%synergy
Counterspell
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
2%synergy
Lofty Denial
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
38%synergy
Heroic Intervention
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
-1%synergy
Dawn's Truce
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Beast Within
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
1%synergy
Swan Song
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
14%synergy
Rally of Wings
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Path to Exile
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
-18%synergy
Perch Protection
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
11%synergy
Bant Charm
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
14%synergy
Wing Shards
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
20%synergy
Zealous Display
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
17%synergy
Pongify
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
5%synergy
Eureka Moment
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Springsage Ritual
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Frantic Search
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
5%synergy
Dovin's Veto
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-6%synergy
Refute
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Run Away Together
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Eerie Interference
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Brainstorm
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
1%synergy
Stern Scolding
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Gods Willing
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Get Lost
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Keep Safe
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Broken Wings
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Big Play
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Blue Sun's Zenith
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Forbid
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Harrow
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Keep Watch
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Perplexing Test
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Into the Flood Maw
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Kindred Summons
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Break the Spell
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Sink into Stupor
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
3%synergy
Overprotect
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Inspired Charge
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Theoretical Duplication
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Long River's Pull
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
1%synergy
Impulse
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Pawpatch Formation
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Generous Gift
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-17%synergy
Akroma's Will
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
2%synergy
Evacuation
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Sorceries
Farseek
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
-4%synergy
Cultivate
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
1%synergy
Migratory Route
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
38%synergy
Austere Command
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
20%synergy
Kodama's Reach
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Winged Words
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Ravenform
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
27%synergy
Wrath of God
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Beck // Call
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Alrund's Epiphany
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Battle Screech
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Chocobo Kick
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
9%synergy
Gysahl Greens
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
9%synergy
Rydia's Return
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Eldritch Evolution
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
5%synergy
Preposterous Proportions
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Fell the Mighty
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
4%synergy
Overrun
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Wear Down
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
2%synergy
Splash Portal
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Far Wanderings
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Triumph of the Hordes
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Season of Gathering
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Neoform
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
5%synergy
Ascend from Avernus
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Nature's Spiral
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Deep Analysis
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Golden Ratio
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Nature's Lore
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-18%synergy
Dusk // Dawn
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
3%synergy
Gust of Wind
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Now for Wrath, Now for Ruin!
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Rampant Growth
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-16%synergy
Personal Tutor
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Bridgeworks Battle
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Explosive Vegetation
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Preordain
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Distant Melody
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Mentor's Guidance
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
4%synergy
Prepare // Fight
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Herald's Horn
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
36%synergy
Bident of Thassa
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
36%synergy
Door of Destinies
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Coat of Arms
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
-8%synergy
Lightning Greaves
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
0%synergy
The Earth Crystal
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
6%synergy
Chocobo Racetrack
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
5%synergy
Pearl Medallion
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Bow of Nylea
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Meekstone
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
5%synergy
Heirloom Blade
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Banner of Kinship
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Vanquisher's Banner
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Helm of Chatzuk
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Maskwood Nexus
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Thrumming Stone
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Kefnet's Monument
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Howling Mine
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Obelisk of Urd
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Throne of the God-Pharaoh
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Birthing Pod
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Enchantments
Kindred Discovery
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
24%synergy
Favorable Winds
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Fable of Wolf and Owl
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
30%synergy
Soulcatchers' Aerie
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
27%synergy
Radiant Destiny
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
20%synergy
Curiosity
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Wild Growth
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Coastal Piracy
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Bower Passage
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
A Realm Reborn
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Ride the Shoopuf
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Utopia Sprawl
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
2%synergy
Dormant Grove
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Spelunking
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Carpet of Flowers
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Season of Growth
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Marshal's Anthem
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Roaring Earth
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Guardian Project
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
2%synergy
Citizen's Arrest
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Knowledge Is Power
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Innkeeper's Talent
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
2%synergy
Asceticism
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Leyline of Anticipation
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
6%synergy
Song of Freyalise
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Reflections of Littjara
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Feather of Flight
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Spirit Link
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Cathars' Crusade
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Fertile Ground
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
4%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Dovescape
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Propaganda
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-2%synergy
Rally the Ranks
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Planeswalkers
Huatli, Radiant Champion
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Teferi, Time Raveler
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
6%synergy
Ajani, the Greathearted
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
-4%synergy
Lupinflower Village
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
28%synergy
Seaside Haven
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Gavony Township
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
12%synergy
Restless Anchorage
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Three Tree City
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
14%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Eden, Seat of the Sanctum
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Mistrise Village
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Hidden Nursery
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Rivendell
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
6%synergy
Alchemist's Refuge
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
3%synergy
Windbrisk Heights
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Soldevi Excavations
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Lilypad Village
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Minas Tirith
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Command Beacon
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Deserted Temple
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Castle Vantress
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Temple of the False God
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
1%synergy
Hidden Courtyard
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Animal Sanctuary
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
70%inclusion7 decks10 decks
-11%synergy
Arcane Signet
60%inclusion6 decks10 decks
-11%synergy
Patchwork Banner
60%inclusion6 decks10 decks
55%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
23%synergy
Commander's Sphere
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
13%synergy
Coveted Jewel
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
White Auracite
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Talisman of Progress
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-1%synergy
Heraldic Banner
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Azorius Keyrune
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Talisman of Curiosity
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-1%synergy
Thought Vessel
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-10%synergy
Pillar of Origins
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Liquimetal Torque
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Azorius Signet
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-1%synergy
Letter of Acceptance
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Talisman of Unity
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-1%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion10 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Island
100%inclusion10 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Forest
100%inclusion10 decks10 decks
6%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion10 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Seaside Citadel
70%inclusion7 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Exotic Orchard
60%inclusion6 decks10 decks
3%synergy
Selesnya Sanctuary
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
35%synergy
Glacial Fortress
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
5%synergy
Prairie Stream
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
4%synergy
Canopy Vista
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
3%synergy
Hinterland Harbor
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
3%synergy
Simic Growth Chamber
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
24%synergy
Azorius Chancery
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
24%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
22%synergy
Spara's Headquarters
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
-1%synergy
Evolving Wilds
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
14%synergy
Path of Ancestry
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
15%synergy
Sea of Clouds
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
-1%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Tranquil Landscape
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
13%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
-13%synergy
Temple Garden
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
-13%synergy
Breeding Pool
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
-24%synergy
Myriad Landscape
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
13%synergy
Sunpetal Grove
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
-21%synergy
Yavimaya Coast
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
-10%synergy
Port Town
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Fortified Village
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
6%synergy
Bountiful Promenade
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
-11%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
2%synergy
Brokers Hideout
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
11%synergy
Rejuvenating Springs
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
-16%synergy
Uncharted Haven
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
-3%synergy
Bant Panorama
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
5%synergy
Sungrass Prairie
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-9%synergy
Idyllic Beachfront
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
5%synergy
Fabled Passage
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-1%synergy
Horizon Canopy
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
6%synergy
Windswept Heath
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-23%synergy
Radiant Grove
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
4%synergy
Vineglimmer Snarl
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-1%synergy
Hidden Grotto
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Littjara Mirrorlake
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Scattered Groves
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
3%synergy
Irrigated Farmland
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
3%synergy
Tangled Islet
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
4%synergy
Unclaimed Territory
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Overflowing Basin
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-2%synergy
Snow-Covered Island
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
6%synergy
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