Kotori, Pilot Prodigy (Commander)

Cas Hinds
May 18, 2026
The Power of the Pilot and Holding Back in Commander
Should you hold back when playing Commander with newer players? Are there other ways to give them a better experience?
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N'Yami-Class Mother Ship
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Vibranium Mining Mech
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Captain America, Living Legend
6.1%inclusion4 decks66 decks
5%synergy
The Thanos-Copter
6.1%inclusion2 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Shuri, Wakandan Inventor
4.5%inclusion3 decks66 decks
3%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Shorikai, Genesis Engine
93%inclusion2.37K decks2.54K decks
88%synergy
Prodigy's Prototype
87%inclusion2.20K decks2.54K decks
81%synergy
Peacewalker Colossus
84%inclusion2.15K decks2.54K decks
79%synergy
Mobilizer Mech
84%inclusion2.13K decks2.54K decks
78%synergy
Parhelion II
80%inclusion2.04K decks2.54K decks
74%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
79%inclusion2K decks2.54K decks
72%synergy
Skysovereign, Consul Flagship
75%inclusion1.90K decks2.54K decks
70%synergy
Surgehacker Mech
73%inclusion1.85K decks2.54K decks
68%synergy
Weatherlight
73%inclusion1.86K decks2.54K decks
68%synergy
Imposter Mech
73%inclusion1.86K decks2.54K decks
66%synergy
Top Cards
Etherium Sculptor
78%inclusion2K decks2.54K decks
64%synergy
Foundry Inspector
77%inclusion1.95K decks2.54K decks
63%synergy
Dispatch
72%inclusion1.84K decks2.54K decks
60%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
72%inclusion1.84K decks2.54K decks
4%synergy
Thopter Spy Network
72%inclusion1.83K decks2.54K decks
62%synergy
Aerial Surveyor
70%inclusion1.78K decks2.54K decks
65%synergy
Katsumasa, the Animator
65%inclusion1.66K decks2.54K decks
62%synergy
Cyberdrive Awakener
64%inclusion1.63K decks2.54K decks
55%synergy
Sai, Master Thopterist
63%inclusion1.61K decks2.54K decks
53%synergy
Organic Extinction
58%inclusion1.48K decks2.54K decks
50%synergy
Game Changers
Farewell
15%inclusion386 decks2.54K decks
-2%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
12%inclusion305 decks2.54K decks
-5%synergy
Smothering Tithe
11%inclusion279 decks2.54K decks
-13%synergy
Rhystic Study
11%inclusion278 decks2.54K decks
-12%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
10%inclusion254 decks2.54K decks
-12%synergy
Teferi's Protection
9.0%inclusion230 decks2.54K decks
-6%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
6.3%inclusion161 decks2.54K decks
-9%synergy
Creatures
Aeronaut Admiral
58%inclusion1.48K decks2.54K decks
56%synergy
Emry, Lurker of the Loch
58%inclusion1.47K decks2.54K decks
47%synergy
Padeem, Consul of Innovation
55%inclusion1.40K decks2.54K decks
45%synergy
Research Thief
52%inclusion1.33K decks2.54K decks
48%synergy
Vedalken Engineer
52%inclusion1.32K decks2.54K decks
48%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
48%inclusion1.22K decks2.54K decks
23%synergy
Drumbellower
48%inclusion1.21K decks2.54K decks
40%synergy
Master of Etherium
46%inclusion1.17K decks2.54K decks
40%synergy
Mu Yanling, Wind Rider
46%inclusion915 decks2K decks
43%synergy
Hanna, Ship's Navigator
44%inclusion1.13K decks2.54K decks
41%synergy
Kappa Cannoneer
41%inclusion1.04K decks2.54K decks
33%synergy
Kitsune Ace
39%inclusion980 decks2.54K decks
37%synergy
Silver Myr
38%inclusion978 decks2.54K decks
30%synergy
Gold Myr
37%inclusion947 decks2.54K decks
29%synergy
Indomitable Archangel
36%inclusion909 decks2.54K decks
34%synergy
Voyager Quickwelder
34%inclusion675 decks1.98K decks
26%synergy
Shimmer Myr
33%inclusion849 decks2.54K decks
29%synergy
Cosima, God of the Voyage
32%inclusion806 decks2.54K decks
29%synergy
Hotshot Mechanic
31%inclusion784 decks2.54K decks
29%synergy
Mendicant Core, Guidelight
31%inclusion617 decks2K decks
27%synergy
Interface Ace
30%inclusion600 decks2K decks
28%synergy
Losheel, Clockwork Scholar
30%inclusion756 decks2.54K decks
25%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
29%inclusion432 decks1.47K decks
27%synergy
Whirler Rogue
27%inclusion684 decks2.54K decks
22%synergy
Teshar, Ancestor's Apostle
25%inclusion631 decks2.54K decks
22%synergy
Raff Capashen, Ship's Mage
24%inclusion606 decks2.54K decks
22%synergy
Lita, Mechanical Engineer
24%inclusion603 decks2.54K decks
22%synergy
Riddlesmith
20%inclusion504 decks2.54K decks
19%synergy
Ironsoul Enforcer
19%inclusion490 decks2.54K decks
17%synergy
Miles "Tails" Prower
18%inclusion239 decks1.31K decks
18%synergy
Cataclysmic Gearhulk
18%inclusion458 decks2.54K decks
17%synergy
Sanwell, Avenger Ace
17%inclusion443 decks2.54K decks
17%synergy
Urza, Prince of Kroog
17%inclusion431 decks2.54K decks
14%synergy
Deadeye Quartermaster
17%inclusion429 decks2.54K decks
16%synergy
Cloudspire Captain
17%inclusion334 decks2K decks
16%synergy
Myrsmith
16%inclusion408 decks2.54K decks
15%synergy
Bronze Guardian
16%inclusion408 decks2.54K decks
10%synergy
Thought Monitor
15%inclusion383 decks2.54K decks
7%synergy
Gearshift Ace
15%inclusion381 decks2.54K decks
15%synergy
Jhoira's Familiar
13%inclusion342 decks2.54K decks
10%synergy
Esper Sentinel
13%inclusion325 decks2.54K decks
-9%synergy
Master Transmuter
10%inclusion265 decks2.54K decks
8%synergy
Rebbec, Architect of Ascension
10%inclusion261 decks2.54K decks
9%synergy
Arcanist's Owl
10%inclusion259 decks2.54K decks
9%synergy
Canyon Vaulter
9.0%inclusion179 decks2K decks
9%synergy
Stenn, Paranoid Partisan
8.6%inclusion220 decks2.54K decks
6%synergy
Vedalken Archmage
8.4%inclusion213 decks2.54K decks
5%synergy
Digsite Engineer
8.3%inclusion212 decks2.54K decks
6%synergy
Unctus, Grand Metatect
8.1%inclusion206 decks2.54K decks
6%synergy
Replication Specialist
8.0%inclusion203 decks2.54K decks
7%synergy
Instants
Armed and Armored
52%inclusion1.31K decks2.54K decks
49%synergy
Generous Gift
46%inclusion1.16K decks2.54K decks
15%synergy
Counterspell
43%inclusion1.08K decks2.54K decks
-11%synergy
Path to Exile
35%inclusion901 decks2.54K decks
-18%synergy
Reality Shift
34%inclusion876 decks2.54K decks
27%synergy
Access Denied
31%inclusion789 decks2.54K decks
28%synergy
Crush Contraband
27%inclusion679 decks2.54K decks
23%synergy
Dovin's Veto
22%inclusion571 decks2.54K decks
-16%synergy
Negate
18%inclusion454 decks2.54K decks
-10%synergy
Release to Memory
18%inclusion453 decks2.54K decks
16%synergy
Disruption Protocol
13%inclusion325 decks2.54K decks
11%synergy
Whir of Invention
12%inclusion302 decks2.54K decks
7%synergy
Desynchronization
11%inclusion284 decks2.53K decks
7%synergy
Arcane Denial
10%inclusion263 decks2.54K decks
-15%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
8.6%inclusion218 decks2.54K decks
-18%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
8.5%inclusion217 decks2.54K decks
-7%synergy
Suit Up
8.1%inclusion207 decks2.54K decks
8%synergy
Mana Drain
6.8%inclusion173 decks2.54K decks
-9%synergy
Brainstorm
6.7%inclusion170 decks2.54K decks
-11%synergy
Stoic Rebuttal
6.5%inclusion166 decks2.54K decks
6%synergy
Thirst for Knowledge
6.3%inclusion159 decks2.54K decks
4%synergy
Reality Heist
6.0%inclusion152 decks2.54K decks
5%synergy
Dawn's Truce
5.4%inclusion134 decks2.48K decks
-2%synergy
Sorceries
Thoughtcast
53%inclusion1.35K decks2.54K decks
44%synergy
Dance of the Manse
44%inclusion1.12K decks2.54K decks
38%synergy
Anchor to Reality
30%inclusion765 decks2.54K decks
28%synergy
Universal Surveillance
28%inclusion706 decks2.54K decks
26%synergy
From Father to Son
25%inclusion358 decks1.44K decks
23%synergy
Supreme Verdict
22%inclusion550 decks2.54K decks
-6%synergy
Voyage Home
21%inclusion423 decks1.99K decks
14%synergy
Fabricate
20%inclusion515 decks2.54K decks
10%synergy
Brilliant Restoration
20%inclusion511 decks2.54K decks
16%synergy
Austere Command
13%inclusion329 decks2.54K decks
-1%synergy
One with the Machine
11%inclusion286 decks2.54K decks
10%synergy
Tune Up
11%inclusion210 decks2K decks
9%synergy
Time Wipe
9.0%inclusion228 decks2.54K decks
-4%synergy
Rise and Shine
6.7%inclusion171 decks2.54K decks
6%synergy
Wrath of God
5.7%inclusion145 decks2.54K decks
-0%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
5.5%inclusion139 decks2.54K decks
1%synergy
Invoke Justice
5.2%inclusion133 decks2.54K decks
5%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Smuggler's Copter
56%inclusion1.43K decks2.54K decks
51%synergy
Salvation Engine
55%inclusion1.09K decks1.98K decks
49%synergy
Mechtitan Core
54%inclusion1.37K decks2.54K decks
50%synergy
Consulate Dreadnought
52%inclusion1.33K decks2.54K decks
51%synergy
Reckoner Bankbuster
46%inclusion1.18K decks2.54K decks
43%synergy
Reaver Titan
45%inclusion1.14K decks2.54K decks
41%synergy
The Indomitable
41%inclusion1.04K decks2.54K decks
38%synergy
Imperial Recovery Unit
34%inclusion861 decks2.54K decks
32%synergy
Deluxe Dragster
33%inclusion834 decks2.54K decks
31%synergy
Nautiloid Ship
32%inclusion803 decks2.54K decks
29%synergy
Mirage Mirror
31%inclusion779 decks2.54K decks
28%synergy
Raiders' Karve
27%inclusion679 decks2.54K decks
26%synergy
Unwinding Clock
25%inclusion644 decks2.54K decks
15%synergy
Mighty Servant of Leuk-o
25%inclusion641 decks2.54K decks
23%synergy
Guidelight Pathmaker
24%inclusion486 decks2K decks
21%synergy
Thunderhawk Gunship
24%inclusion609 decks2.54K decks
22%synergy
Mindlink Mech
23%inclusion581 decks2.54K decks
21%synergy
The Regalia
22%inclusion318 decks1.43K decks
20%synergy
Valor's Flagship
22%inclusion444 decks2K decks
20%synergy
Brotherhood Vertibird
20%inclusion498 decks2.54K decks
17%synergy
Cybership
18%inclusion464 decks2.54K decks
17%synergy
The Prydwen, Steel Flagship
17%inclusion436 decks2.54K decks
15%synergy
Thundersteel Colossus
17%inclusion429 decks2.54K decks
16%synergy
Unlicensed Hearse
17%inclusion421 decks2.54K decks
15%synergy
Demolition Stomper
15%inclusion378 decks2.54K decks
15%synergy
Knight Paladin
14%inclusion360 decks2.54K decks
12%synergy
Alacrian Armory
12%inclusion239 decks1.98K decks
11%synergy
Simulacrum Synthesizer
11%inclusion291 decks2.54K decks
7%synergy
Aradara Express
11%inclusion288 decks2.54K decks
11%synergy
Possession Engine
11%inclusion224 decks2K decks
10%synergy
Unidentified Hovership
11%inclusion252 decks2.33K decks
9%synergy
Futurist Sentinel
10%inclusion262 decks2.54K decks
10%synergy
Guidelight Matrix
10%inclusion198 decks1.98K decks
9%synergy
Darksteel Forge
10%inclusion254 decks2.54K decks
7%synergy
The Lunar Whale
9.3%inclusion133 decks1.43K decks
8%synergy
Lightning Greaves
9.3%inclusion236 decks2.54K decks
-11%synergy
Uthros Research Craft
9.1%inclusion115 decks1.27K decks
5%synergy
Thopter Fabricator
9.0%inclusion180 decks2K decks
5%synergy
Rolling Hamsphere
8.9%inclusion220 decks2.46K decks
8%synergy
Luxurious Locomotive
8.5%inclusion215 decks2.54K decks
8%synergy
Thousand Moons Smithy
8.2%inclusion209 decks2.54K decks
3%synergy
Mole Module
8.0%inclusion44 decks551 decks
8%synergy
Sculpting Steel
7.9%inclusion202 decks2.54K decks
3%synergy
Hulldrifter
7.4%inclusion148 decks2K decks
6%synergy
Conqueror's Galleon
7.4%inclusion187 decks2.54K decks
7%synergy
Dragonfly Suit
7.1%inclusion181 decks2.54K decks
7%synergy
Subterranean Schooner
7.0%inclusion179 decks2.54K decks
7%synergy
Heart of Kiran
7.0%inclusion179 decks2.54K decks
7%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
6.6%inclusion169 decks2.54K decks
-19%synergy
Mysterious Limousine
6.6%inclusion168 decks2.54K decks
6%synergy
Enchantments
Swift Reconfiguration
36%inclusion925 decks2.54K decks
34%synergy
Born to Drive
29%inclusion738 decks2.54K decks
28%synergy
Tempered Steel
22%inclusion561 decks2.54K decks
20%synergy
Artificer Class
16%inclusion399 decks2.54K decks
13%synergy
Mechanized Production
15%inclusion392 decks2.54K decks
10%synergy
Efficient Construction
15%inclusion390 decks2.54K decks
12%synergy
Unstoppable Plan
15%inclusion298 decks1.99K decks
9%synergy
Mirrodin Besieged
10%inclusion264 decks2.54K decks
8%synergy
Roadside Assistance
6.5%inclusion129 decks1.99K decks
6%synergy
Propaganda
6.4%inclusion163 decks2.54K decks
-20%synergy
Planeswalkers
Tezzeret, Betrayer of Flesh
25%inclusion636 decks2.54K decks
22%synergy
Tezzeret, Artifice Master
9.0%inclusion230 decks2.54K decks
8%synergy
Tezzeret the Seeker
6.2%inclusion158 decks2.54K decks
2%synergy
Jace, Architect of Thought
5.9%inclusion151 decks2.54K decks
6%synergy
Utility Lands
Mech Hangar
70%inclusion1.79K decks2.54K decks
65%synergy
Seat of the Synod
48%inclusion1.22K decks2.54K decks
32%synergy
Ancient Den
45%inclusion1.13K decks2.54K decks
30%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
34%inclusion856 decks2.54K decks
23%synergy
Academy Ruins
29%inclusion737 decks2.54K decks
17%synergy
Buried Ruin
29%inclusion733 decks2.54K decks
21%synergy
Inventors' Fair
28%inclusion702 decks2.54K decks
19%synergy
Archway of Innovation
25%inclusion634 decks2.54K decks
18%synergy
Reliquary Tower
24%inclusion612 decks2.54K decks
-24%synergy
Country Roads
23%inclusion467 decks2K decks
22%synergy
Reef Roads
22%inclusion442 decks2K decks
20%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
15%inclusion386 decks2.54K decks
-4%synergy
Uthros, Titanic Godcore
14%inclusion179 decks1.27K decks
8%synergy
Monumental Henge
11%inclusion292 decks2.54K decks
8%synergy
Rogue's Passage
10%inclusion266 decks2.54K decks
-4%synergy
Muraganda Raceway
10%inclusion207 decks2K decks
5%synergy
Urza's Saga
9.2%inclusion235 decks2.54K decks
-2%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
8.5%inclusion216 decks2.54K decks
-2%synergy
Temple of the False God
7.5%inclusion191 decks2.54K decks
0%synergy
Mishra's Factory
7.4%inclusion189 decks2.54K decks
7%synergy
Amonkhet Raceway
6.7%inclusion134 decks2K decks
3%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
5.6%inclusion142 decks2.54K decks
-2%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
5.5%inclusion70 decks1.27K decks
2%synergy
Fomori Vault
5.0%inclusion128 decks2.54K decks
3%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
89%inclusion2.26K decks2.54K decks
3%synergy
Arcane Signet
85%inclusion2.16K decks2.54K decks
2%synergy
Colossal Plow
68%inclusion1.72K decks2.54K decks
66%synergy
Azorius Signet
61%inclusion1.55K decks2.54K decks
4%synergy
Cultivator's Caravan
59%inclusion1.51K decks2.54K decks
55%synergy
Fellwar Stone
34%inclusion863 decks2.54K decks
6%synergy
Talisman of Progress
27%inclusion680 decks2.54K decks
-24%synergy
Thought Vessel
16%inclusion405 decks2.54K decks
-26%synergy
Mind Stone
13%inclusion335 decks2.54K decks
-12%synergy
Cargo Ship
10%inclusion147 decks1.42K decks
9%synergy
Crystal Skull, Isu Spyglass
8.5%inclusion215 decks2.53K decks
5%synergy
Thran Dynamo
7.7%inclusion195 decks2.54K decks
0%synergy
Commander's Sphere
7.5%inclusion192 decks2.54K decks
-7%synergy
Mox Opal
5.8%inclusion148 decks2.54K decks
-0%synergy
Lands
Island
99%inclusion2.53K decks2.54K decks
4%synergy
Plains
99%inclusion2.52K decks2.54K decks
4%synergy
Command Tower
90%inclusion2.30K decks2.54K decks
5%synergy
Prairie Stream
76%inclusion1.94K decks2.54K decks
10%synergy
Port Town
63%inclusion1.60K decks2.54K decks
16%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
54%inclusion1.38K decks2.54K decks
19%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
54%inclusion1.37K decks2.54K decks
17%synergy
Spire of Industry
52%inclusion1.33K decks2.54K decks
44%synergy
Glacial Fortress
48%inclusion1.23K decks2.54K decks
-15%synergy
Exotic Orchard
43%inclusion1.10K decks2.54K decks
16%synergy
Razortide Bridge
42%inclusion1.06K decks2.54K decks
28%synergy
Deserted Beach
33%inclusion843 decks2.54K decks
-7%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
33%inclusion840 decks2.54K decks
-15%synergy
Sea of Clouds
26%inclusion661 decks2.54K decks
-13%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
25%inclusion628 decks2.54K decks
-20%synergy
Azorius Chancery
24%inclusion621 decks2.54K decks
-12%synergy
Nimbus Maze
18%inclusion456 decks2.54K decks
-4%synergy
Tranquil Cove
17%inclusion430 decks2.54K decks
-2%synergy
Flooded Strand
17%inclusion423 decks2.54K decks
-16%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
15%inclusion347 decks2.36K decks
-12%synergy
Mystic Gate
14%inclusion363 decks2.54K decks
-10%synergy
Hengegate Pathway
14%inclusion358 decks2.54K decks
-6%synergy
Evolving Wilds
12%inclusion299 decks2.54K decks
-4%synergy
Irrigated Farmland
12%inclusion296 decks2.54K decks
-9%synergy
Seachrome Coast
10%inclusion248 decks2.54K decks
-6%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
10%inclusion243 decks2.54K decks
7%synergy
Myriad Landscape
8.7%inclusion222 decks2.54K decks
-7%synergy
Power Depot
8.6%inclusion219 decks2.54K decks
6%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
8.5%inclusion215 decks2.54K decks
-2%synergy
Tundra
8.2%inclusion208 decks2.54K decks
-5%synergy
Meticulous Archive
8.1%inclusion206 decks2.54K decks
-10%synergy