Joshua, Phoenix's Dominant (Commander) - Upgraded Lifegain

Joshua, Phoenix's Dominant
Rank #1,015
12decks
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Mike Carrozza
Dec 16, 2025
The Best Graveyard Cards of 2025 for Commander
Graveyard enjoyer and occasional Bolas Mike Carrozza is here to share his picks for the best graveyard-centric Magic cards from 2025.
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Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Curious Farm Animals
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
49%synergy
Team Avatar
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
49%synergy
Fire Nation Palace
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
22%synergy
Combustion Man
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Sozin's Comet
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Impact Tremors
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
59%synergy
Monument to Endurance
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
56%synergy
The Wind Crystal
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
55%synergy
Purphoros, God of the Forge
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
52%synergy
Ascend from Avernus
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
48%synergy
Nibelheim Aflame
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
48%synergy
Anger
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
46%synergy
Karmic Guide
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
46%synergy
Warleader's Call
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
46%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
45%synergy
Top Cards
Path to Exile
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Faithless Looting
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
42%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
-8%synergy
Sun Titan
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
44%synergy
Selfless Spirit
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
41%synergy
Panharmonicon
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
45%synergy
The Fire Crystal
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
45%synergy
Austere Command
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Ephemerate
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
35%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
30%synergy
Game Changers
Jeska's Will
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Smothering Tithe
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Gamble
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
18%synergy
Teferi's Protection
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
0%synergy
The One Ring
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
11%synergy
Underworld Breach
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-8%synergy
Creatures
Witch Enchanter
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
29%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
32%synergy
Welcoming Vampire
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
30%synergy
Enduring Innocence
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
30%synergy
Clive, Ifrit's Dominant
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
40%synergy
Weftstalker Ardent
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
29%synergy
Barbara Wright
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
33%synergy
Agate Instigator
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
26%synergy
Twinflame Tyrant
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
31%synergy
Phlage, Titan of Fire's Fury
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
32%synergy
Witty Roastmaster
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
27%synergy
Adeline, Resplendent Cathar
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Esper Sentinel
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Zirda, the Dawnwaker
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
29%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Molten Gatekeeper
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Charming Scoundrel
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
31%synergy
Arbaaz Mir
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
29%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
28%synergy
Haliya, Guided by Light
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
21%synergy
Delney, Streetwise Lookout
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
18%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
17%synergy
Angel of Indemnity
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Heliod, Sun-Crowned
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Celestine, the Living Saint
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Ainok Strike Leader
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
22%synergy
Spirited Companion
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
20%synergy
Enduring Courage
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
22%synergy
Norin the Wary
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Norn's Choirmaster
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Rose Room Treasurer
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Skyclave Apparition
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
19%synergy
Terror of the Peaks
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
17%synergy
Lightning, Army of One
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
19%synergy
Aerith Gainsborough
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Banon, the Returners' Leader
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Dion, Bahamut's Dominant
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-7%synergy
Inti, Seneschal of the Sun
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Fear of Missing Out
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Serra Ascendant
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Gilraen, Dúnedain Protector
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Rhox Faithmender
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Saradoc, Master of Buckland
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Oltec Matterweaver
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Surtr, Fiery Jötun
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Detective's Phoenix
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Atsushi, the Blazing Sky
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Wall of Omens
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Instants
Thrill of Possibility
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
30%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
30%synergy
Boros Charm
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
-16%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Demand Answers
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Deflecting Palm
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Generous Gift
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
-2%synergy
Lightning Bolt
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Lightning Helix
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
17%synergy
Wear // Tear
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Will of the Mardu
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Laughing Mad
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Heartwarming Redemption
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Eerie Interlude
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Chaos Warp
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-15%synergy
Seething Song
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Final Showdown
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Big Score
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Deflecting Swat
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Volt Charge
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Brought Back
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Akroma's Will
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Valakut Awakening
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Holy
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Restoration Magic
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Airbending Lesson
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Decaying Time Loop
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Return the Favor
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Parting Gust
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Dawn's Truce
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-2%synergy
Unexpected Windfall
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Get Lost
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Silence
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-9%synergy
Legion Leadership
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-9%synergy
Ghostway
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Reprieve
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
0%synergy
Flare of Duplication
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Scout's Warning
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Master Warcraft
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Fire Magic
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Self-Destruct
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Sorceries
Chandra's Ignition
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
37%synergy
Blasphemous Act
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Thrilling Discovery
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
27%synergy
Cathartic Reunion
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
22%synergy
Helping Hand
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Waltz of Rage
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Call a Surprise Witness
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Starfall Invocation
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Grab the Prize
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Mana Geyser
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Sundering Eruption
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
11%synergy
Snort
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Suplex
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Wheel of Misfortune
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Ondu Inversion
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Fell the Mighty
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Don't Move
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Vandalblast
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-7%synergy
Star of Extinction
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Seize the Spoils
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Emeria's Call
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Retribution of the Meek
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Storm of Souls
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Expel the Interlopers
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
You've Been Caught Stealing
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Molten Duplication
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Reconstruct History
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Strike It Rich
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Explosive Getaway
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Recommission
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Tormenting Voice
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Swiftfoot Boots
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
-2%synergy
Lightning Greaves
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Skullclamp
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
18%synergy
Ashnod's Altar
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
21%synergy
Brass's Tunnel-Grinder
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
22%synergy
Phoenix Down
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Pre-War Formalwear
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Basilisk Collar
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Lithoform Engine
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Aetherflux Reservoir
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Vedalken Orrery
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Phyrexian Altar
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Currency Converter
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Blade of Selves
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Strionic Resonator
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-2%synergy
Altar of Dementia
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-5%synergy
Hazoret's Monument
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Sword of Body and Mind
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Buster Sword
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-1%synergy
Crystal Fragments
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Excalibur II
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Enchantments
Tocasia's Welcome
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
18%synergy
City on Fire
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
19%synergy
Goblin Bombardment
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
19%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
11%synergy
Gratuitous Violence
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Path to Redemption
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Descent into Avernus
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Bitter Reunion
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Reconnaissance
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Flameshadow Conjuring
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Dictate of the Twin Gods
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Warstorm Surge
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Rising of the Day
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Fiery Emancipation
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Touch the Spirit Realm
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Spellshock
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Battle of Hoover Dam
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Virtue of Courage
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Curse of Opulence
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Spirit Link
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Land Tax
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-3%synergy
Vault 75: Middle School
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
0%synergy
Repercussion
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Test of Endurance
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Champions from Beyond
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Planeswalkers
Elspeth, Sun's Champion
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
18%synergy
Archangel Elspeth
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Ajani, Strength of the Pride
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Utility Lands
Minas Tirith
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
20%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
20%synergy
Arena of Glory
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Reliquary Tower
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Lindblum, Industrial Regency
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-6%synergy
Urza's Saga
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Geier Reach Sanitarium
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Karn's Bastion
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Rogue's Passage
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-15%synergy
Shinka, the Bloodsoaked Keep
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Dalkovan Encampment
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Arid Archway
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Mines of Moria
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
War Room
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-2%synergy
Command Beacon
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
High Market
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Eiganjo Castle
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-10%synergy
Muraganda Raceway
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Monumental Henge
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Hammerheim
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Nesting Grounds
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Needle Spires
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Clive's Hideaway
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
92%inclusion11 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Arcane Signet
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Boros Signet
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Staff of Compleation
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Cursed Mirror
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Fellwar Stone
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-8%synergy
Commander's Sphere
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-8%synergy
Relic of Legends
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
The Irencrag
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Thought Vessel
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-7%synergy
Thran Dynamo
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Boros Locket
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Mind Stone
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-18%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion12 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Mountain
100%inclusion12 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion12 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
92%inclusion11 decks12 decks
28%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
31%synergy
Boros Garrison
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
35%synergy
Sacred Foundry
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
22%synergy
Sundown Pass
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
31%synergy
Battlefield Forge
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
11%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
40%synergy
Spectator Seating
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
19%synergy
Rugged Prairie
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
28%synergy
Witch Enchanter
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
29%synergy
Elegant Parlor
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Temple of Triumph
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
-5%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
28%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
17%synergy
Exotic Orchard
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
-4%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Path of Ancestry
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Arid Mesa
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
-3%synergy
Glittering Massif
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
14%synergy
Radiant Summit
20%inclusion2 decks10 decks
5%synergy
Prismatic Vista
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
11%synergy
Fabled Passage
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Reflecting Pool
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Alpine Meadow
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-2%synergy
Evolving Wilds
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-3%synergy
Plateau
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Sundering Eruption
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
11%synergy
Valakut Awakening
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Escape Tunnel
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Wastes
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Ondu Inversion
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Myriad Landscape
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-13%synergy
Windswept Heath
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Conduit Pylons
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Ash Barrens
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Emeria's Call
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Wooded Foothills
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Cavern of Souls
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Demolition Field
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Legion Leadership
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-9%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-9%synergy