Eshki Dragonclaw (Commander) - Optimized

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Bennie Smith
Dec 1, 2025
The Best New Commanders of 2025
Which cards are the best new Commanders from 2025? Bennie Smith's here for the run-down of popular picks & hidden gems for each set.
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Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Origin of Metalbending
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-8%synergy
Secret Tunnel
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
4%synergy
Seismic Sense
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
-4%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Temur Battlecrier
75%inclusion36 decks48 decks
56%synergy
Jori En, Ruin Diver
52%inclusion25 decks48 decks
51%synergy
Birds of Paradise
75%inclusion36 decks48 decks
41%synergy
Songcrafter Mage
44%inclusion21 decks48 decks
41%synergy
Kraum, Violent Cacophony
40%inclusion19 decks48 decks
39%synergy
Scalding Viper
38%inclusion18 decks48 decks
35%synergy
Questing Druid
38%inclusion18 decks48 decks
35%synergy
Fanatic of Rhonas
44%inclusion21 decks48 decks
34%synergy
Brazen Borrower
35%inclusion17 decks48 decks
34%synergy
Elusive Otter
35%inclusion17 decks48 decks
33%synergy
Top Cards
Blasphemous Act
52%inclusion25 decks48 decks
18%synergy
Heroic Intervention
50%inclusion24 decks48 decks
23%synergy
Nature's Lore
50%inclusion24 decks48 decks
15%synergy
Farseek
48%inclusion23 decks48 decks
1%synergy
Brainstorm
44%inclusion21 decks48 decks
29%synergy
Beast Within
42%inclusion20 decks48 decks
3%synergy
Eternal Witness
40%inclusion19 decks48 decks
23%synergy
Three Visits
38%inclusion18 decks48 decks
11%synergy
Manamorphose
38%inclusion18 decks48 decks
28%synergy
Deflecting Swat
38%inclusion18 decks48 decks
19%synergy
Game Changers
Cyclonic Rift
48%inclusion23 decks48 decks
25%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
46%inclusion22 decks48 decks
28%synergy
Jeska's Will
35%inclusion17 decks48 decks
17%synergy
Rhystic Study
33%inclusion16 decks48 decks
14%synergy
Worldly Tutor
29%inclusion14 decks48 decks
14%synergy
Chrome Mox
19%inclusion9 decks48 decks
10%synergy
Mystical Tutor
19%inclusion9 decks48 decks
7%synergy
Force of Will
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
8%synergy
Ancient Tomb
15%inclusion7 decks48 decks
4%synergy
The One Ring
15%inclusion7 decks48 decks
6%synergy
Creatures
Bloom Tender
38%inclusion18 decks48 decks
28%synergy
Goblin Anarchomancer
35%inclusion17 decks48 decks
24%synergy
Bonecrusher Giant
33%inclusion16 decks48 decks
31%synergy
Kellan, Inquisitive Prodigy
33%inclusion16 decks48 decks
30%synergy
Taigam, Master Opportunist
29%inclusion14 decks48 decks
28%synergy
Delighted Halfling
29%inclusion14 decks48 decks
13%synergy
Elvish Mystic
29%inclusion14 decks48 decks
18%synergy
Beast Whisperer
29%inclusion14 decks48 decks
20%synergy
Llanowar Elves
29%inclusion14 decks48 decks
14%synergy
Sakura-Tribe Elder
27%inclusion13 decks48 decks
14%synergy
Bramble Familiar
25%inclusion12 decks48 decks
23%synergy
Rosethorn Acolyte
25%inclusion12 decks48 decks
23%synergy
Snapcaster Mage
23%inclusion11 decks48 decks
21%synergy
Stormkeld Vanguard
23%inclusion11 decks48 decks
21%synergy
Ledger Shredder
23%inclusion11 decks48 decks
22%synergy
Uro, Titan of Nature's Wrath
21%inclusion10 decks48 decks
16%synergy
Temur Sabertooth
19%inclusion9 decks48 decks
13%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
19%inclusion9 decks48 decks
17%synergy
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
19%inclusion9 decks48 decks
17%synergy
Tempest Hart
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
15%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
13%synergy
Marang River Regent
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
10%synergy
Shaman of the Great Hunt
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
14%synergy
Embereth Shieldbreaker
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
15%synergy
Rattleclaw Mystic
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
8%synergy
Selvala, Heart of the Wilds
15%inclusion7 decks48 decks
7%synergy
Reclamation Sage
15%inclusion7 decks48 decks
10%synergy
Picnic Ruiner
15%inclusion7 decks48 decks
13%synergy
Karvanista, Loyal Lupari
15%inclusion7 decks48 decks
14%synergy
Etali, Primal Conqueror
15%inclusion7 decks48 decks
5%synergy
Dreamtide Whale
15%inclusion7 decks48 decks
12%synergy
Kami of Whispered Hopes
15%inclusion7 decks48 decks
8%synergy
Animar, Soul of Elements
15%inclusion7 decks48 decks
9%synergy
Tamiyo, Inquisitive Student
13%inclusion6 decks48 decks
12%synergy
Shrieking Drake
13%inclusion6 decks48 decks
11%synergy
Beanstalk Giant
13%inclusion6 decks48 decks
10%synergy
Craterhoof Behemoth
13%inclusion6 decks48 decks
8%synergy
Spark Double
13%inclusion6 decks48 decks
7%synergy
Beluna Grandsquall
13%inclusion6 decks48 decks
12%synergy
Roaming Throne
13%inclusion6 decks48 decks
3%synergy
Malcolm, the Eyes
13%inclusion6 decks48 decks
12%synergy
Fyndhorn Elves
13%inclusion6 decks48 decks
6%synergy
Edgewall Innkeeper
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
9%synergy
Dragonhawk, Fate's Tempest
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
5%synergy
Fear of Missing Out
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
10%synergy
Forgotten Ancient
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
3%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
4%synergy
Surrak, Elusive Hunter
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
9%synergy
Goreclaw, Terror of Qal Sisma
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
4%synergy
Bristly Bill, Spine Sower
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
8%synergy
Instants
Frantic Search
33%inclusion16 decks48 decks
20%synergy
Stubborn Denial
33%inclusion16 decks48 decks
27%synergy
Counterspell
33%inclusion16 decks48 decks
1%synergy
Snap
29%inclusion14 decks48 decks
17%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
27%inclusion13 decks48 decks
15%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
27%inclusion13 decks48 decks
8%synergy
Auroral Procession
27%inclusion13 decks48 decks
23%synergy
Chaos Warp
25%inclusion12 decks48 decks
-7%synergy
Growth Spiral
25%inclusion12 decks48 decks
-1%synergy
Mana Drain
25%inclusion12 decks48 decks
13%synergy
Sink into Stupor
25%inclusion12 decks48 decks
18%synergy
Noxious Revival
23%inclusion11 decks48 decks
12%synergy
Snakeskin Veil
21%inclusion10 decks48 decks
15%synergy
Planar Genesis
21%inclusion10 decks48 decks
14%synergy
Pongify
21%inclusion10 decks48 decks
9%synergy
Lightning Bolt
19%inclusion9 decks48 decks
8%synergy
Nature's Claim
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
9%synergy
Swan Song
15%inclusion7 decks48 decks
1%synergy
Force of Negation
15%inclusion7 decks48 decks
8%synergy
Opt
13%inclusion6 decks48 decks
6%synergy
Arcane Denial
13%inclusion6 decks48 decks
-3%synergy
Valakut Awakening
13%inclusion6 decks48 decks
10%synergy
Consider
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
7%synergy
Tamiyo's Safekeeping
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
4%synergy
Slip Out the Back
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
6%synergy
Gift of the Viper
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
8%synergy
Reality Shift
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
-4%synergy
Entish Restoration
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
1%synergy
Negate
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
-8%synergy
Inspiring Call
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
2%synergy
Abrade
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
3%synergy
Chain of Vapor
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
2%synergy
Crop Rotation
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
-5%synergy
Temur Charm
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
2%synergy
Gifts Ungiven
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
5%synergy
Chord of Calling
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
-1%synergy
Heritage Reclamation
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
3%synergy
Big Score
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
0%synergy
Pact of Negation
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
0%synergy
Temur Battle Rage
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
2%synergy
Great Train Heist
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
3%synergy
Hide on the Ceiling
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
5%synergy
Spider-Sense
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
5%synergy
Secret Identity
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Ponder
31%inclusion15 decks48 decks
22%synergy
Rishkar's Expertise
31%inclusion15 decks48 decks
22%synergy
Cultivate
29%inclusion14 decks48 decks
-15%synergy
Full Throttle
29%inclusion14 decks48 decks
27%synergy
Dragonclaw Strike
28%inclusion13 decks46 decks
25%synergy
Preordain
23%inclusion11 decks48 decks
16%synergy
Stump Stomp
23%inclusion11 decks48 decks
18%synergy
Winternight Stories
21%inclusion10 decks48 decks
20%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
19%inclusion9 decks48 decks
13%synergy
Seize the Day
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
14%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
14%synergy
Faithless Looting
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
9%synergy
Gitaxian Probe
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
11%synergy
Rampant Growth
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
-18%synergy
Sundering Eruption
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
15%synergy
Vandalblast
15%inclusion7 decks48 decks
6%synergy
Nature's Rhythm
15%inclusion7 decks48 decks
8%synergy
Enter the Enigma
15%inclusion7 decks48 decks
10%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
15%inclusion7 decks48 decks
7%synergy
Finale of Devastation
13%inclusion6 decks48 decks
4%synergy
Bridgeworks Battle
13%inclusion6 decks48 decks
9%synergy
Expressive Iteration
13%inclusion6 decks48 decks
10%synergy
Stock Up
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
9%synergy
Rite of Flame
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
7%synergy
Roamer's Routine
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
9%synergy
World at War
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
10%synergy
Kodama's Reach
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
-24%synergy
Irenicus's Vile Duplication
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
5%synergy
Decimate
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
4%synergy
Explore
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
-6%synergy
Overpowering Attack
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
6%synergy
Green Sun's Zenith
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
4%synergy
Slip Through Space
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
7%synergy
Gamble
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
0%synergy
Regrowth
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
3%synergy
Genesis Ultimatum
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
1%synergy
Mizzix's Mastery
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
3%synergy
Rite of Renewal
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
6%synergy
Temporal Manipulation
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
4%synergy
Relentless Assault
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
4%synergy
Overwhelming Stampede
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
4%synergy
Quantum Misalignment
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
4%synergy
Ureni's Rebuff
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
6%synergy
Call Forth the Tempest
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
2%synergy
Flare of Cultivation
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
5%synergy
Glacial Dragonhunt
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
6%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Lightning Greaves
31%inclusion15 decks48 decks
6%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
27%inclusion13 decks48 decks
2%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
21%inclusion10 decks48 decks
19%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
19%inclusion9 decks48 decks
17%synergy
Basilisk Collar
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
15%synergy
Mishra's Bauble
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
14%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
15%inclusion7 decks48 decks
10%synergy
The Ozolith
15%inclusion7 decks48 decks
8%synergy
Urza's Bauble
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
9%synergy
Winged Boots
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
8%synergy
Mithril Coat
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
7%synergy
The Great Henge
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
0%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
9%synergy
Lucky Clover
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
9%synergy
Ozolith, the Shattered Spire
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
1%synergy
Tormod's Crypt
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
5%synergy
The Key to the Vault
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
4%synergy
Cori-Steel Cutter
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
6%synergy
The Earth Crystal
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
3%synergy
Enchantments
Hardened Scales
31%inclusion15 decks48 decks
20%synergy
Aggravated Assault
31%inclusion15 decks48 decks
28%synergy
Frostcliff Siege
31%inclusion15 decks48 decks
21%synergy
Rhythm of the Wild
27%inclusion13 decks48 decks
7%synergy
Bear Umbra
23%inclusion11 decks48 decks
19%synergy
Temur Ascendancy
21%inclusion10 decks48 decks
-6%synergy
Wild Growth
19%inclusion9 decks48 decks
9%synergy
Sylvan Library
19%inclusion9 decks48 decks
11%synergy
Utopia Sprawl
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
9%synergy
Innkeeper's Talent
15%inclusion7 decks48 decks
11%synergy
Fae Offering
13%inclusion6 decks48 decks
11%synergy
Terrasymbiosis
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Dragonback Assault
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
5%synergy
Combat Research
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
9%synergy
Garruk's Uprising
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
-16%synergy
Mystic Remora
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
-2%synergy
Aqueous Form
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
7%synergy
Doubling Season
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
1%synergy
Branching Evolution
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
3%synergy
Loading Zone
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Exploration
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
-4%synergy
Encroaching Dragonstorm
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
-5%synergy
Roiling Dragonstorm
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
3%synergy
Growing Rites of Itlimoc
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
2%synergy
Breaching Dragonstorm
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
0%synergy
Kenrith's Transformation
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
5%synergy
Guardian Project
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
2%synergy
Alpha Authority
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
6%synergy
Hydra's Growth
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
4%synergy
Nature's Will
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
5%synergy
Defense of the Heart
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
4%synergy
Planeswalkers
Minsc & Boo, Timeless Heroes
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
5%synergy
Oko, Thief of Crowns
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
3%synergy
Wrenn and Six
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Mistrise Village
48%inclusion23 decks48 decks
31%synergy
Boseiju, Who Endures
42%inclusion20 decks48 decks
21%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
29%inclusion14 decks48 decks
13%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
27%inclusion13 decks48 decks
10%synergy
Reliquary Tower
27%inclusion13 decks48 decks
-3%synergy
Rogue's Passage
25%inclusion12 decks48 decks
9%synergy
Arena of Glory
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
12%synergy
Evendo, Waking Haven
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
5%synergy
Lindblum, Industrial Regency
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
7%synergy
Kessig Wolf Run
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
-6%synergy
Gaea's Cradle
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
-1%synergy
Cori Mountain Monastery
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
5%synergy
Urza's Saga
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
1%synergy
Shifting Woodland
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
-1%synergy
Mosswort Bridge
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
-7%synergy
Zanarkand, Ancient Metropolis
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
5%synergy
Jidoor, Aristocratic Capital
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
5%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
90%inclusion43 decks48 decks
7%synergy
Arcane Signet
73%inclusion35 decks48 decks
0%synergy
Herd Heirloom
29%inclusion14 decks48 decks
21%synergy
Talisman of Curiosity
19%inclusion9 decks48 decks
3%synergy
Fellwar Stone
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
-1%synergy
Mox Amber
15%inclusion7 decks48 decks
7%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
15%inclusion7 decks48 decks
-1%synergy
Talisman of Impulse
13%inclusion6 decks48 decks
-2%synergy
Lotus Petal
13%inclusion6 decks48 decks
2%synergy
Thought Vessel
10%inclusion5 decks48 decks
0%synergy
Izzet Signet
8.3%inclusion4 decks48 decks
-3%synergy
Simic Signet
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
-5%synergy
Paradise Mantle
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
4%synergy
Gruul Signet
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
-4%synergy
The Aetherspark
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
98%inclusion47 decks48 decks
7%synergy
Forest
98%inclusion47 decks48 decks
3%synergy
Island
98%inclusion47 decks48 decks
4%synergy
Mountain
96%inclusion46 decks48 decks
4%synergy
Stomping Ground
79%inclusion38 decks48 decks
33%synergy
Breeding Pool
77%inclusion37 decks48 decks
30%synergy
Wooded Foothills
75%inclusion36 decks48 decks
41%synergy
Steam Vents
73%inclusion35 decks48 decks
29%synergy
Scalding Tarn
67%inclusion32 decks48 decks
34%synergy
Misty Rainforest
67%inclusion32 decks48 decks
33%synergy
Ketria Triome
65%inclusion31 decks48 decks
23%synergy
Rejuvenating Springs
58%inclusion28 decks48 decks
24%synergy
Spire Garden
52%inclusion25 decks48 decks
23%synergy
Training Center
52%inclusion25 decks48 decks
22%synergy
Exotic Orchard
48%inclusion23 decks48 decks
-8%synergy
Rootbound Crag
44%inclusion21 decks48 decks
7%synergy
Sulfur Falls
40%inclusion19 decks48 decks
1%synergy
Hinterland Harbor
40%inclusion19 decks48 decks
-1%synergy
Frontier Bivouac
38%inclusion18 decks48 decks
-14%synergy
Thundering Falls
35%inclusion17 decks48 decks
25%synergy
Hedge Maze
33%inclusion16 decks48 decks
21%synergy
Rockfall Vale
31%inclusion15 decks48 decks
1%synergy
Commercial District
31%inclusion15 decks48 decks
20%synergy
Shivan Reef
29%inclusion14 decks48 decks
-2%synergy
Yavimaya Coast
27%inclusion13 decks48 decks
-7%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
27%inclusion13 decks48 decks
6%synergy
Sink into Stupor
25%inclusion12 decks48 decks
18%synergy
Dreamroot Cascade
25%inclusion12 decks48 decks
-2%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
25%inclusion12 decks48 decks
15%synergy
Windswept Heath
23%inclusion11 decks48 decks
11%synergy
Karplusan Forest
23%inclusion11 decks48 decks
-2%synergy
Willowrush Verge
23%inclusion11 decks48 decks
15%synergy
Polluted Delta
23%inclusion11 decks48 decks
13%synergy
Stump Stomp
23%inclusion11 decks48 decks
18%synergy
Flooded Strand
21%inclusion10 decks48 decks
10%synergy
Taiga
21%inclusion10 decks48 decks
6%synergy
Bountiful Landscape
21%inclusion10 decks48 decks
-2%synergy
Cinder Glade
21%inclusion10 decks48 decks
-20%synergy
Fabled Passage
19%inclusion9 decks48 decks
7%synergy
City of Brass
19%inclusion9 decks48 decks
8%synergy
Tropical Island
19%inclusion9 decks48 decks
4%synergy
Volcanic Island
19%inclusion9 decks48 decks
4%synergy
Riverpyre Verge
19%inclusion9 decks48 decks
12%synergy
Arid Mesa
19%inclusion9 decks48 decks
10%synergy
Thornspire Verge
19%inclusion9 decks48 decks
10%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
14%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
9%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
13%synergy
Sundering Eruption
17%inclusion8 decks48 decks
15%synergy
Evolving Wilds
15%inclusion7 decks48 decks
-13%synergy