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Jonathan Zucchetti
Nov 20, 2025
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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Edric, Spymaster of Trest
59%inclusion17 decks29 decks
56%synergy
Toski, Bearer of Secrets
55%inclusion16 decks29 decks
51%synergy
Faerie Mastermind
59%inclusion17 decks29 decks
50%synergy
Enduring Curiosity
50%inclusion9 decks18 decks
47%synergy
Bloom Tender
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
40%synergy
Bident of Thassa
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
40%synergy
Hylda of the Icy Crown
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
36%synergy
Verity Circle
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
36%synergy
Faeburrow Elder
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
36%synergy
Silent Hallcreeper
33%inclusion6 decks18 decks
32%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
59%inclusion17 decks29 decks
-4%synergy
Birds of Paradise
59%inclusion17 decks29 decks
25%synergy
Noble Hierarch
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Counterspell
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Esper Sentinel
41%inclusion12 decks29 decks
26%synergy
Beast Within
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Mystic Remora
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
26%synergy
Reconnaissance Mission
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
32%synergy
Dovin's Veto
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
18%synergy
Delney, Streetwise Lookout
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
31%synergy
Game Changers
Rhystic Study
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
31%synergy
Smothering Tithe
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
32%synergy
Teferi's Protection
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
19%synergy
The One Ring
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
25%synergy
Seedborn Muse
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
21%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Consecrated Sphinx
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Mana Vault
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Creatures
Traveling Chocobo
100%inclusion1 decks1 decks
91%synergy
Ledger Shredder
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
26%synergy
Enduring Vitality
28%inclusion5 decks18 decks
22%synergy
Kastral, the Windcrested
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Avacyn's Pilgrim
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Kutzil, Malamet Exemplar
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Ohran Frostfang
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
21%synergy
Kwain, Itinerant Meddler
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Delighted Halfling
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Kona, Rescue Beastie
22%inclusion4 decks18 decks
20%synergy
Mockingbird
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Eternal Witness
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Emiel the Blessed
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
15%synergy
Aven Mindcensor
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
15%synergy
Witch Enchanter
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
12%synergy
Nadu, Winged Wisdom
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
17%synergy
Kami of the Crescent Moon
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
15%synergy
The Council of Four
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Llanowar Elves
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Koma, Cosmos Serpent
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Nimble Obstructionist
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Elesh Norn, Grand Cenobite
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Selvala, Explorer Returned
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Invisible Stalker
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Koma, World-Eater
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Enduring Innocence
17%inclusion3 decks18 decks
15%synergy
Shrike Force
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Senu, Keen-Eyed Protector
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
13%synergy
Aven Interrupter
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
10%synergy
Gluntch, the Bestower
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Master of Ceremonies
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Heartwood Storyteller
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Craterhoof Behemoth
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Kinnan, Bonder Prodigy
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Shalai, Voice of Plenty
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Grazilaxx, Illithid Scholar
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
The Goose Mother
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Tidal Barracuda
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Triskaidekaphile
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Aerial Extortionist
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Ghostly Pilferer
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Pollywog Prodigy
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Twenty-Toed Toad
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Ms. Bumbleflower
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Sythis, Harvest's Hand
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Argothian Enchantress
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Kiora's Follower
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Instants
Path to Exile
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
-13%synergy
Generous Gift
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
8%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Heroic Intervention
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Swan Song
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
15%synergy
Arcane Denial
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Mana Drain
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
18%synergy
Dawn's Truce
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Eladamri's Call
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Worldly Tutor
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Akroma's Will
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
12%synergy
Sink into Stupor
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
8%synergy
Force of Will
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Dazzling Denial
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Flare of Denial
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Nature's Claim
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Force of Negation
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Perch Protection
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
-1%synergy
Into the Flood Maw
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Crop Rotation
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Archdruid's Charm
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Krosan Grip
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Legolas's Quick Reflexes
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Vision Skeins
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Sphinx's Revelation
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Aetherize
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Flusterstorm
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Delay
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Arachnogenesis
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Words of Wisdom
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Complicate
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Veil of Summer
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Ephemerate
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Fog
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Negate
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-7%synergy
Everybody Lives!
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Force of Vigor
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Nexus of Fate
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Oblation
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Lofty Denial
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Unwanted Remake
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Three Visits
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Nature's Lore
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Supreme Verdict
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
15%synergy
Farseek
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
-20%synergy
Rampant Growth
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Approach of the Second Sun
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Cultivate
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-21%synergy
Collective Voyage
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Windfall
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Kodama's Reach
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
-6%synergy
Minds Aglow
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Split Up
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
10%synergy
Green Sun's Zenith
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Ondu Inversion
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Wrath of God
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Finale of Devastation
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Dusk // Dawn
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Expropriate
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Tempt with Bunnies
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Austere Command
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-3%synergy
Skyshroud Claim
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Neoform
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Tempt with Discovery
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Farewell
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-11%synergy
Emeria's Call
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Council's Judgment
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Prosperity
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Pir's Whim
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Howling Mine
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
18%synergy
The Indomitable
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
17%synergy
Folio of Fancies
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Ghirapur Orrery
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Temple Bell
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-18%synergy
Lightning Greaves
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Fishing Pole
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Voltaic Key
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Winter Orb
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Manifold Key
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Tempting Contract
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Helm of Awakening
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Skullclamp
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Font of Mythos
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Enchantments
Wild Growth
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
24%synergy
Utopia Sprawl
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
23%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
29%inclusion8 decks28 decks
25%synergy
Coastal Piracy
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
26%synergy
Ghostly Prison
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
18%synergy
Fertile Ground
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
18%synergy
Sylvan Library
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Propaganda
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Rites of Flourishing
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Mirari's Wake
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Stasis
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Dictate of Kruphix
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
15%synergy
Wilderness Reclamation
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
10%synergy
On the Trail
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
8%synergy
Sterling Grove
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
9%synergy
True Conviction
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Murmuration
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Bottomless Pool // Locker Room
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
11%synergy
Struggle for Project Purity
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Dictate of Karametra
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Exploration
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Smuggler's Share
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Teferi's Ageless Insight
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Carpet of Flowers
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Guardian Project
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Ominous Seas
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Enchantress's Presence
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Nature's Will
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Heartbeat of Spring
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Virtue of Loyalty
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Communal Brewing
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
1%synergy
Beastmaster Ascension
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Felidar Retreat
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Squirrel Nest
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Wizard Class
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
-2%synergy
Solitary Sanctuary
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Earthcraft
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Thought Reflection
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Astral Slide
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Tribute to the World Tree
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Omniscience
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Wolfwillow Haven
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Astral Drift
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Burgeoning
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Decree of Silence
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Zendikar Resurgent
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Overgrowth
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Buried in the Garden
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Leyline of Anticipation
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Helix Pinnacle
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Planeswalkers
Tamiyo, Field Researcher
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
22%synergy
Kaito, Cunning Infiltrator
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Dovin, Grand Arbiter
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Oko, the Ringleader
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
7%synergy
Jace, Wielder of Mysteries
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Teferi, Temporal Pilgrim
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Narset, Parter of Veils
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Jace Beleren
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Teferi, Hero of Dominaria
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Oko, Thief of Crowns
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Utility Lands
Mistrise Village
100%inclusion1 decks1 decks
93%synergy
Reliquary Tower
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Boseiju, Who Endures
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
26%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
16%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Gaea's Cradle
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Mikokoro, Center of the Sea
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Urza's Saga
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Geier Reach Sanitarium
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Gavony Township
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Ancient Tomb
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
1%synergy
Alchemist's Refuge
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Minas Tirith
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Dryad Arbor
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
79%inclusion23 decks29 decks
-2%synergy
Arcane Signet
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
-20%synergy
Talisman of Progress
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Talisman of Curiosity
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Fellwar Stone
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Talisman of Unity
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Selesnya Signet
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Simic Signet
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Chromatic Orrery
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Coveted Jewel
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Thought Vessel
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Gilded Lotus
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Thran Dynamo
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Azorius Signet
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Mana Crypt
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Lotus Petal
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Mox Amber
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Mox Opal
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
5%synergy
Chrome Mox
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Lands
Island
97%inclusion28 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Forest
97%inclusion28 decks29 decks
2%synergy
Plains
97%inclusion28 decks29 decks
4%synergy
Command Tower
90%inclusion26 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Breeding Pool
62%inclusion18 decks29 decks
18%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
62%inclusion18 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Temple Garden
62%inclusion18 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Exotic Orchard
55%inclusion16 decks29 decks
-2%synergy
Spara's Headquarters
55%inclusion16 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Flooded Strand
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
20%synergy
Windswept Heath
52%inclusion15 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Misty Rainforest
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
18%synergy
Rejuvenating Springs
48%inclusion14 decks29 decks
13%synergy
Seaside Citadel
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
-8%synergy
Bountiful Promenade
45%inclusion13 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Glacial Fortress
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
-7%synergy
Yavimaya Coast
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Sea of Clouds
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Hinterland Harbor
38%inclusion11 decks29 decks
-9%synergy
Selesnya Sanctuary
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
20%synergy
Simic Growth Chamber
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
18%synergy
Azorius Chancery
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
19%synergy
Sunpetal Grove
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
-7%synergy
Brushland
34%inclusion10 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Tundra
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
15%synergy
Tropical Island
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
15%synergy
Savannah
28%inclusion8 decks29 decks
15%synergy
Tranquil Landscape
25%inclusion7 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Path of Ancestry
24%inclusion7 decks29 decks
-1%synergy
Overgrown Farmland
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
-2%synergy
Evolving Wilds
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
-5%synergy
Dreamroot Cascade
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
-6%synergy
Deserted Beach
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
0%synergy
Witch Enchanter
18%inclusion5 decks28 decks
12%synergy
Prairie Stream
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-29%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-3%synergy
Brokers Hideout
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Lush Portico
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Canopy Vista
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-29%synergy
Polluted Delta
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Arid Mesa
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
11%synergy
Temple of Plenty
17%inclusion5 decks29 decks
-3%synergy
Sink into Stupor
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
8%synergy
Fabled Passage
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
3%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
-4%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
12%synergy
Ash Barrens
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
9%synergy
Wooded Foothills
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
14%inclusion4 decks29 decks
7%synergy