Gandalf of the Secret Fire (Commander) - Optimized Spellslinger

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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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Katara, Waterbending Master
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Redirect Lightning
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Bender's Waterskin
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Flame of Anor
90%inclusion9 decks10 decks
87%synergy
Storm-Kiln Artist
90%inclusion9 decks10 decks
77%synergy
Prismari Command
80%inclusion8 decks10 decks
74%synergy
Archmage Emeritus
80%inclusion8 decks10 decks
68%synergy
Clockspinning
70%inclusion7 decks10 decks
67%synergy
Guttersnipe
70%inclusion7 decks10 decks
63%synergy
Brainstorm
80%inclusion8 decks10 decks
60%synergy
Boros Charm
80%inclusion8 decks10 decks
59%synergy
Olórin's Searing Light
60%inclusion6 decks10 decks
58%synergy
Delayed Blast Fireball
60%inclusion6 decks10 decks
57%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
80%inclusion8 decks10 decks
12%synergy
Path to Exile
80%inclusion8 decks10 decks
31%synergy
Frantic Search
70%inclusion7 decks10 decks
55%synergy
Whirlwind of Thought
70%inclusion7 decks10 decks
45%synergy
Fiery Inscription
60%inclusion6 decks10 decks
57%synergy
Kykar, Wind's Fury
60%inclusion6 decks10 decks
49%synergy
Teferi, Time Raveler
60%inclusion6 decks10 decks
53%synergy
Thousand-Year Storm
60%inclusion6 decks10 decks
56%synergy
Dust of Moments
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
49%synergy
Exalted Flamer of Tzeentch
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
49%synergy
Game Changers
Jeska's Will
70%inclusion7 decks10 decks
56%synergy
Mystical Tutor
70%inclusion7 decks10 decks
58%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
60%inclusion6 decks10 decks
42%synergy
Rhystic Study
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
30%synergy
Smothering Tithe
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
21%synergy
The One Ring
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
32%synergy
Teferi's Protection
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
15%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
15%synergy
Gamble
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
13%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
4%synergy
Creatures
Rift Elemental
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
48%synergy
Vivi Ornitier
50%inclusion3 decks6 decks
46%synergy
Monastery Mentor
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
26%synergy
Erebor Flamesmith
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
39%synergy
Time Beetle
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
27%synergy
Electrostatic Field
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Niv-Mizzet, Parun
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
26%synergy
Gandalf, Friend of the Shire
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Jhoira's Timebug
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
28%synergy
Wizards of Thay
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Veyran, Voice of Duality
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
21%synergy
Talrand, Sky Summoner
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
24%synergy
Witch Enchanter
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
13%synergy
Thermo-Alchemist
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
20%synergy
High Fae Trickster
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Baral and Kari Zev
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Esper Sentinel
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
0%synergy
Young Pyromancer
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
12%synergy
Goblin Electromancer
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
14%synergy
Hinata, Dawn-Crowned
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Baral, Chief of Compliance
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Shiko, Paragon of the Way
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Narset, Enlightened Exile
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
15%synergy
Gandalf the Grey
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
14%synergy
Jin-Gitaxias, Progress Tyrant
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Birgi, God of Storytelling
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
15%synergy
Cori Mountain Stalwart
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Shiko and Narset, Unified
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Voracious Bibliophile
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Mocking Sprite
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Avacyn, Angel of Hope
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Melek, Reforged Researcher
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
The Tenth Doctor
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Archmage of Runes
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Crystal Barricade
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Wavebreak Hippocamp
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Ojer Pakpatiq, Deepest Epoch
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Glory
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Heartflame Duelist
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Star Whale
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Spellseeker
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Valley Floodcaller
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Coruscation Mage
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Urabrask
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
4%synergy
Diversion Unit
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Gelectrode
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Solphim, Mayhem Dominus
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Instants
Cryptic Command
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
49%synergy
Fury Charm
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
48%synergy
Consult the Star Charts
50%inclusion3 decks6 decks
48%synergy
Lightning Bolt
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
32%synergy
Consider
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
31%synergy
Nexus of Fate
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
38%synergy
Archmage's Charm
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
39%synergy
Snap
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
32%synergy
Sink into Stupor
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
31%synergy
Mystic Confluence
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
37%synergy
Borne Upon a Wind
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
37%synergy
Chaos Warp
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Three Steps Ahead
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
28%synergy
Courageous Resolve
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Sublime Epiphany
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
26%synergy
Opt
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Lightning Helix
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
28%synergy
Into the Flood Maw
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
28%synergy
Wear // Tear
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
23%synergy
Display of Power
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Silundi Vision
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Counterspell
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
-5%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
28%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
14%synergy
Electrolyze
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
20%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
16%synergy
Press the Enemy
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Reiterate
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Fact or Fiction
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Brainsurge
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Supreme Will
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
20%synergy
Intervention Pact
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
20%synergy
Izzet Charm
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Arcane Denial
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
4%synergy
Arcane Infusion
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
20%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Reprieve
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Impulse
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Dig Through Time
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Abrade
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
13%synergy
Generous Gift
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
-2%synergy
Valakut Awakening
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
16%synergy
New Way Forward
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Lorehold Command
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Ricochet Trap
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Valorous Stance
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-10%synergy
Orim's Chant
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Jeskai Charm
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Magma Jet
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Sorceries
Ponder
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
24%synergy
Blasphemous Act
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Supreme Verdict
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
16%synergy
Call Forth the Tempest
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Mizzix's Mastery
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
27%synergy
Farewell
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
15%synergy
Wibbly-wobbly, Timey-wimey
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
27%synergy
Preordain
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Expressive Iteration
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
21%synergy
Vandalblast
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
11%synergy
All of History, All at Once
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Gandalf's Sanction
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Fell Beast's Shriek
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
20%synergy
Solve the Equation
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Planetary Annihilation
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
16%synergy
Flood of Recollection
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Windfall
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
0%synergy
Austere Command
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-2%synergy
Wheel of Misfortune
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Relearn
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Fractured Identity
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Inspiring Refrain
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
6%synergy
The Wedding of River Song
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Reality Strobe
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Crackle with Power
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Slagstorm
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Time Wipe
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
4%synergy
Everything Comes to Dust
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Faithless Looting
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-4%synergy
Fabricate
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
2%synergy
Mizzium Mortars
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Rousing Refrain
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Warrior's Oath
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Treasure Cruise
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Lórien Revealed
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Temporal Manipulation
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Call to Mind
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Merchant Scroll
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Rite of Flame
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Reconstruct History
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
6%synergy
Irenicus's Vile Duplication
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Mana Geyser
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
5%synergy
Sorcerous Squall
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Mystic Retrieval
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Inspiration from Beyond
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
6%synergy
Grapeshot
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Primal Amulet
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
49%synergy
Vedalken Orrery
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
14%synergy
Lightning Greaves
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
-5%synergy
Elixir of Immortality
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Robe of Stars
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Mindsplice Apparatus
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Glamdring
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Rammas Echor, Ancient Shield
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Aetherflux Reservoir
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-14%synergy
Rod of Absorption
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Ensnaring Bridge
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Rotating Fireplace
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Enchantments
Leyline of Anticipation
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
47%synergy
As Foretold
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
36%synergy
Rite of the Dragoncaller
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
28%synergy
Fiery Emancipation
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Passionate Archaeologist
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Double Vision
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
19%synergy
Mystic Remora
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Teferi's Ageless Insight
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
5%synergy
Shadow of the Second Sun
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Aria of Flame
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Shark Typhoon
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
5%synergy
Amphibian Downpour
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Storm of Saruman
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Land Tax
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
6%synergy
Paradox Haze
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Propaganda
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-1%synergy
Firemind's Research
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Planeswalkers
Ral, Crackling Wit
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
6%synergy
Chandra, Hope's Beacon
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Teferi, Who Slows the Sunset
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Narset of the Ancient Way
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
4%synergy
Ral, Storm Conduit
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Rowan, Scholar of Sparks
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
70%inclusion7 decks10 decks
36%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
44%synergy
Mistrise Village
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
30%synergy
Rivendell
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
28%synergy
Riptide Laboratory
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Urza's Saga
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
12%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Minas Tirith
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
15%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Lindblum, Industrial Regency
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
15%synergy
Cori Mountain Monastery
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Hall of Storm Giants
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Ancient Tomb
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
2%synergy
Kor Haven
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Boseiju, Who Shelters All
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Mines of Moria
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Trenzalore Clocktower
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Emergence Zone
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Command Beacon
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
5%synergy
Desolate Lighthouse
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
100%inclusion10 decks10 decks
11%synergy
Arcane Signet
90%inclusion9 decks10 decks
1%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
90%inclusion9 decks10 decks
46%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
80%inclusion8 decks10 decks
35%synergy
Talisman of Progress
70%inclusion7 decks10 decks
24%synergy
Izzet Signet
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
-4%synergy
Boros Signet
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
0%synergy
Thought Vessel
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
6%synergy
Midnight Clock
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
16%synergy
Mox Tantalite
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
18%synergy
Azorius Signet
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
-14%synergy
Lotus Bloom
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
0%synergy
Mox Amber
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
6%synergy
Fellwar Stone
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-22%synergy
Chrome Mox
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Mountain
100%inclusion10 decks10 decks
6%synergy
Island
100%inclusion10 decks10 decks
4%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion10 decks10 decks
5%synergy
Glacial Fortress
80%inclusion8 decks10 decks
27%synergy
Command Tower
80%inclusion8 decks10 decks
-13%synergy
Sulfur Falls
80%inclusion8 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
80%inclusion8 decks10 decks
39%synergy
Steam Vents
70%inclusion7 decks10 decks
30%synergy
Sacred Foundry
70%inclusion7 decks10 decks
30%synergy
Arid Mesa
60%inclusion6 decks10 decks
32%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
60%inclusion6 decks10 decks
11%synergy
Prairie Stream
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Raugrin Triome
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
13%synergy
Scalding Tarn
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
22%synergy
Flooded Strand
50%inclusion5 decks10 decks
21%synergy
Sundown Pass
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
20%synergy
Sea of Clouds
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Mystic Monastery
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
-19%synergy
Sink into Stupor
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
31%synergy
Shivan Reef
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
-10%synergy
Exotic Orchard
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
-31%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Reflecting Pool
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
24%synergy
Silundi Vision
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Perilous Landscape
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
11%synergy
Tundra
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Witch Enchanter
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
13%synergy
Fabled Passage
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
12%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Riverglide Pathway
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
14%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Battlefield Forge
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
-21%synergy
Evolving Wilds
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
-8%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
16%synergy
Volcanic Island
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Plateau
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
17%synergy
Training Center
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
-12%synergy
Mystic Gate
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
8%synergy
Deserted Beach
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
-3%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
11%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
14%synergy
Valakut Awakening
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
16%synergy
Prismatic Vista
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
6%synergy
Misty Rainforest
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
3%synergy
Azorius Chancery
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-3%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-8%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
7%synergy
Hengegate Pathway
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
4%synergy
Port Town
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
-9%synergy