Dr. Madison Li (Commander) - Budget Core

Benjamin Levin
Oct 21, 2025
How Fun Are All of the Jeskai Commanders?
There are dozens of Jeskai commanders available now, but which ones are fun to play? Let's break them all down.
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Dimension X
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Grounded for Life
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Mind Transfer Protocol
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Metalhead
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Automated Assembly Line
87%inclusion59 decks68 decks
82%synergy
Glimmer of Genius
84%inclusion57 decks68 decks
78%synergy
Brotherhood Scribe
82%inclusion56 decks68 decks
77%synergy
Electrosiphon
79%inclusion54 decks68 decks
73%synergy
Liberty Prime, Recharged
76%inclusion52 decks68 decks
72%synergy
Synth Eradicator
75%inclusion51 decks68 decks
71%synergy
Sentry Bot
74%inclusion50 decks68 decks
70%synergy
Assaultron Dominator
75%inclusion51 decks68 decks
70%synergy
Izzet Generatorium
75%inclusion50 decks67 decks
67%synergy
HELIOS One
72%inclusion49 decks68 decks
66%synergy
Top Cards
Robobrain War Mind
66%inclusion45 decks68 decks
63%synergy
Rex, Cyber-Hound
65%inclusion44 decks68 decks
62%synergy
Plasma Caster
62%inclusion42 decks68 decks
58%synergy
The Motherlode, Excavator
62%inclusion42 decks68 decks
58%synergy
Behemoth of Vault 0
60%inclusion41 decks68 decks
56%synergy
Bespoke Battlewagon
60%inclusion40 decks67 decks
55%synergy
Decoction Module
59%inclusion40 decks68 decks
52%synergy
T-45 Power Armor
59%inclusion40 decks68 decks
56%synergy
Whirler Virtuoso
59%inclusion40 decks68 decks
53%synergy
Wake the Past
57%inclusion39 decks68 decks
47%synergy
Game Changers
Farewell
8.8%inclusion6 decks68 decks
-5%synergy
Creatures
Blaster Hulk
54%inclusion36 decks67 decks
49%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
51%inclusion35 decks68 decks
35%synergy
Roil Cartographer
49%inclusion33 decks67 decks
43%synergy
Satya, Aetherflux Genius
45%inclusion30 decks67 decks
43%synergy
Razorfield Ripper
45%inclusion30 decks67 decks
39%synergy
Aetherstorm Roc
43%inclusion29 decks68 decks
38%synergy
Elder Owyn Lyons
43%inclusion29 decks68 decks
41%synergy
Sphinx of the Revelation
42%inclusion28 decks67 decks
36%synergy
Steel Overseer
41%inclusion28 decks68 decks
31%synergy
Paladin Danse, Steel Maverick
41%inclusion28 decks68 decks
39%synergy
Amped Raptor
39%inclusion26 decks67 decks
35%synergy
Salvation Colossus
39%inclusion26 decks67 decks
34%synergy
Aethersquall Ancient
37%inclusion25 decks68 decks
33%synergy
Lightning Runner
35%inclusion24 decks68 decks
29%synergy
Sentinel Sarah Lyons
34%inclusion23 decks68 decks
32%synergy
Aurora Shifter
33%inclusion22 decks67 decks
28%synergy
Synth Infiltrator
32%inclusion22 decks68 decks
31%synergy
Riddle Gate Gargoyle
31%inclusion21 decks67 decks
29%synergy
Enthusiastic Mechanaut
29%inclusion20 decks68 decks
17%synergy
Arcade Gannon
29%inclusion20 decks68 decks
28%synergy
Whirler Rogue
28%inclusion19 decks68 decks
25%synergy
Loyal Apprentice
25%inclusion17 decks68 decks
20%synergy
Guide of Souls
24%inclusion16 decks67 decks
17%synergy
Foundry Inspector
24%inclusion16 decks68 decks
16%synergy
Aethertide Whale
24%inclusion16 decks68 decks
21%synergy
Aethertorch Renegade
22%inclusion15 decks68 decks
21%synergy
Curie, Emergent Intelligence
22%inclusion15 decks68 decks
21%synergy
Aethergeode Miner
22%inclusion15 decks68 decks
19%synergy
Nick Valentine, Private Eye
21%inclusion14 decks68 decks
20%synergy
Etherium Sculptor
19%inclusion13 decks68 decks
6%synergy
Shielded Aether Thief
19%inclusion13 decks68 decks
19%synergy
Voyager Quickwelder
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
16%synergy
Electrostatic Pummeler
18%inclusion12 decks68 decks
16%synergy
Tempest Harvester
16%inclusion11 decks67 decks
16%synergy
Conduit Goblin
15%inclusion10 decks67 decks
14%synergy
Overclocked Electromancer
15%inclusion10 decks67 decks
13%synergy
Smelted Chargebug
13%inclusion9 decks67 decks
13%synergy
Padeem, Consul of Innovation
13%inclusion9 decks68 decks
9%synergy
Volatile Stormdrake
12%inclusion8 decks67 decks
6%synergy
Cyclops Superconductor
12%inclusion8 decks67 decks
11%synergy
Emissary of Soulfire
12%inclusion8 decks67 decks
11%synergy
Shaun, Father of Synths
12%inclusion8 decks68 decks
9%synergy
Kappa Cannoneer
12%inclusion8 decks68 decks
5%synergy
Virulent Silencer
11%inclusion4 decks36 decks
9%synergy
Inspired Inventor
10%inclusion7 decks67 decks
10%synergy
Cayth, Famed Mechanist
10%inclusion7 decks67 decks
2%synergy
Multiform Wonder
10%inclusion7 decks68 decks
10%synergy
James, Wandering Dad
10%inclusion7 decks68 decks
10%synergy
Aether Theorist
10%inclusion7 decks68 decks
10%synergy
Sai, Master Thopterist
10%inclusion7 decks68 decks
6%synergy
Instants
Dispatch
54%inclusion37 decks68 decks
40%synergy
Tune the Narrative
54%inclusion36 decks67 decks
49%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
47%inclusion32 decks68 decks
-21%synergy
Thirst for Knowledge
47%inclusion32 decks68 decks
42%synergy
Galvanic Discharge
45%inclusion30 decks67 decks
41%synergy
Aether Spike
43%inclusion29 decks67 decks
40%synergy
Crush Contraband
32%inclusion22 decks68 decks
30%synergy
Rush of Inspiration
31%inclusion21 decks67 decks
28%synergy
Bottle-Cap Blast
25%inclusion17 decks68 decks
24%synergy
Harnessed Lightning
19%inclusion13 decks68 decks
18%synergy
Unexpected Windfall
15%inclusion10 decks68 decks
11%synergy
Path to Exile
8.8%inclusion6 decks68 decks
-40%synergy
Cerebral Download
8.3%inclusion3 decks36 decks
8%synergy
Chaos Warp
7.4%inclusion5 decks68 decks
-15%synergy
Disenchant
5.9%inclusion4 decks68 decks
4%synergy
Reroute Systems
5.6%inclusion2 decks36 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Jolted Awake
54%inclusion36 decks67 decks
48%synergy
Austere Command
49%inclusion33 decks68 decks
37%synergy
One with the Machine
47%inclusion32 decks68 decks
44%synergy
Localized Destruction
43%inclusion29 decks67 decks
38%synergy
Confiscation Coup
38%inclusion26 decks68 decks
35%synergy
Open the Vaults
34%inclusion23 decks68 decks
32%synergy
Wheel of Potential
22%inclusion15 decks67 decks
20%synergy
Suppression Ray
18%inclusion12 decks67 decks
16%synergy
Wrath of the Skies
16%inclusion11 decks67 decks
13%synergy
Voyage Home
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
14%synergy
Organic Extinction
13%inclusion9 decks68 decks
5%synergy
Reiterating Bolt
12%inclusion8 decks67 decks
11%synergy
Tezzeret's Gambit
10%inclusion7 decks68 decks
-1%synergy
Thoughtcast
8.8%inclusion6 decks68 decks
5%synergy
Boomerang Basics
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
2%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Aether Refinery
55%inclusion37 decks67 decks
49%synergy
Aetherworks Marvel
49%inclusion33 decks68 decks
41%synergy
Stone Idol Generator
46%inclusion31 decks67 decks
42%synergy
Mystic Forge
44%inclusion30 decks68 decks
39%synergy
Fabrication Module
40%inclusion27 decks68 decks
37%synergy
Gonti's Aether Heart
38%inclusion26 decks68 decks
31%synergy
Aetherflux Conduit
36%inclusion20 decks55 decks
34%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
35%inclusion24 decks68 decks
25%synergy
The Prydwen, Steel Flagship
31%inclusion21 decks68 decks
29%synergy
Unstable Amulet
30%inclusion20 decks67 decks
26%synergy
Phyrexian Ironworks
28%inclusion19 decks67 decks
27%synergy
Panharmonicon
26%inclusion18 decks68 decks
17%synergy
Brotherhood Vertibird
24%inclusion16 decks68 decks
22%synergy
Lightning Greaves
24%inclusion16 decks68 decks
-1%synergy
Consulate Turret
19%inclusion13 decks68 decks
19%synergy
Aethersphere Harvester
16%inclusion11 decks68 decks
15%synergy
Filigree Racer
13%inclusion9 decks67 decks
12%synergy
Glassblower's Puzzleknot
13%inclusion9 decks68 decks
13%synergy
Dynavolt Tower
12%inclusion8 decks68 decks
11%synergy
C.A.M.P.
12%inclusion8 decks68 decks
11%synergy
Inventor's Axe
10%inclusion7 decks67 decks
10%synergy
Expert-Level Safe
10%inclusion7 decks68 decks
10%synergy
Deadlock Trap
8.8%inclusion6 decks68 decks
9%synergy
Bark of Doran
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
7%synergy
Parhelion II
5.9%inclusion4 decks68 decks
5%synergy
Animation Module
5.9%inclusion4 decks68 decks
5%synergy
Uthros Research Craft
5.6%inclusion2 decks36 decks
-8%synergy
Inspirit, Flagship Vessel
5.6%inclusion2 decks36 decks
-3%synergy
Burner Rocket
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Repurposing Bay
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Broadcast Rambler
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Salvation Engine
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Midnight Mangler
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Cloudspire Skycycle
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Valor's Flagship
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Phoenix Down
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
5%synergy
Warrior's Sword
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Vault 112: Sadistic Simulation
56%inclusion38 decks68 decks
53%synergy
Era of Innovation
51%inclusion35 decks68 decks
48%synergy
Aether Revolt
36%inclusion24 decks67 decks
32%synergy
Mechanized Production
34%inclusion23 decks68 decks
29%synergy
Scurry of Gremlins
28%inclusion19 decks68 decks
26%synergy
Static Prison
19%inclusion13 decks67 decks
18%synergy
Consulate Surveillance
16%inclusion11 decks68 decks
14%synergy
Overencumbered
13%inclusion9 decks68 decks
13%synergy
Efficient Construction
12%inclusion8 decks68 decks
11%synergy
Thopter Spy Network
10%inclusion7 decks68 decks
7%synergy
Nerd Rage
10%inclusion7 decks68 decks
9%synergy
Vault 13: Dweller's Journey
10%inclusion7 decks68 decks
10%synergy
Planeswalkers
Saheeli, Sublime Artificer
8.8%inclusion6 decks68 decks
3%synergy
Utility Lands
Buried Ruin
46%inclusion31 decks68 decks
34%synergy
Treasure Vault
28%inclusion19 decks68 decks
25%synergy
Castle Vantress
10%inclusion7 decks68 decks
7%synergy
Seat of the Synod
7.4%inclusion5 decks68 decks
-6%synergy
Ancient Den
5.9%inclusion4 decks68 decks
-7%synergy
Great Furnace
5.9%inclusion4 decks68 decks
-7%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
74%inclusion50 decks68 decks
-15%synergy
Sol Ring
72%inclusion49 decks68 decks
-17%synergy
Solar Transformer
63%inclusion42 decks67 decks
56%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
50%inclusion34 decks68 decks
7%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
49%inclusion33 decks68 decks
6%synergy
Conversion Apparatus
48%inclusion32 decks67 decks
42%synergy
Talisman of Progress
46%inclusion31 decks68 decks
1%synergy
Mind Stone
41%inclusion28 decks68 decks
29%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
34%inclusion23 decks68 decks
24%synergy
Thought Vessel
29%inclusion20 decks68 decks
6%synergy
Aetheric Amplifier
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Izzet Signet
13%inclusion9 decks68 decks
-18%synergy
Azorius Signet
13%inclusion9 decks68 decks
-18%synergy
Intelligence Bobblehead
12%inclusion8 decks68 decks
11%synergy
Endurance Bobblehead
12%inclusion8 decks68 decks
11%synergy
Commander's Sphere
10%inclusion7 decks68 decks
-2%synergy
Midnight Clock
7.4%inclusion5 decks68 decks
4%synergy
Crystal Skull, Isu Spyglass
6.1%inclusion4 decks66 decks
5%synergy
Hourglass of the Lost
6.0%inclusion4 decks67 decks
4%synergy
Boros Signet
5.9%inclusion4 decks68 decks
-23%synergy
White Auracite
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Island
100%inclusion68 decks68 decks
4%synergy
Mountain
99%inclusion67 decks68 decks
4%synergy
Plains
99%inclusion67 decks68 decks
4%synergy
Mystic Monastery
90%inclusion61 decks68 decks
31%synergy
Command Tower
84%inclusion57 decks68 decks
-9%synergy
Exotic Orchard
63%inclusion43 decks68 decks
2%synergy
Sulfur Falls
63%inclusion43 decks68 decks
10%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
63%inclusion43 decks68 decks
12%synergy
Glacial Fortress
62%inclusion42 decks68 decks
7%synergy
Spire of Industry
62%inclusion42 decks68 decks
48%synergy
Aether Hub
62%inclusion42 decks68 decks
55%synergy
Prairie Stream
62%inclusion42 decks68 decks
23%synergy
Silverbluff Bridge
60%inclusion41 decks68 decks
48%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
60%inclusion41 decks68 decks
48%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
60%inclusion41 decks68 decks
38%synergy
Razortide Bridge
59%inclusion40 decks68 decks
46%synergy
Ferrous Lake
56%inclusion38 decks68 decks
44%synergy
Temple of Epiphany
56%inclusion38 decks68 decks
29%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
53%inclusion36 decks68 decks
26%synergy
Evolving Wilds
51%inclusion35 decks68 decks
24%synergy
Path of Ancestry
47%inclusion32 decks68 decks
19%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
44%inclusion30 decks68 decks
27%synergy
Myriad Landscape
44%inclusion30 decks68 decks
34%synergy
Irrigated Farmland
41%inclusion28 decks68 decks
28%synergy
Ash Barrens
37%inclusion25 decks68 decks
30%synergy
Rush of Inspiration
31%inclusion21 decks67 decks
28%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
25%inclusion17 decks68 decks
8%synergy
Shivan Reef
24%inclusion16 decks68 decks
-18%synergy
Frostboil Snarl
22%inclusion15 decks68 decks
8%synergy
Port Town
22%inclusion15 decks68 decks
4%synergy
Perilous Landscape
21%inclusion14 decks67 decks
2%synergy
Temple of Triumph
21%inclusion14 decks68 decks
-4%synergy
Battlefield Forge
21%inclusion14 decks68 decks
-22%synergy
Suppression Ray
18%inclusion12 decks67 decks
16%synergy
Azorius Chancery
18%inclusion12 decks68 decks
6%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
18%inclusion12 decks68 decks
6%synergy
Swiftwater Cliffs
18%inclusion12 decks68 decks
12%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
18%inclusion12 decks68 decks
-19%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
18%inclusion12 decks68 decks
11%synergy
Tranquil Cove
15%inclusion10 decks68 decks
8%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
13%inclusion9 decks68 decks
6%synergy
Boros Garrison
12%inclusion8 decks68 decks
2%synergy
Mystic Gate
8.8%inclusion6 decks68 decks
-3%synergy
Vibrant Cityscape
7.7%inclusion2 decks26 decks
6%synergy
Izzet Guildgate
7.4%inclusion5 decks68 decks
6%synergy
Rugged Prairie
7.4%inclusion5 decks68 decks
-16%synergy
Cascade Bluffs
7.4%inclusion5 decks68 decks
-17%synergy
Idyllic Beachfront
5.9%inclusion4 decks68 decks
4%synergy
Boros Guildgate
5.9%inclusion4 decks68 decks
4%synergy
Molten Tributary
5.9%inclusion4 decks68 decks
4%synergy