Kykar, Zephyr Awakener (Commander) - Core Control

Brian Cain
Apr 27, 2026
Can We Build a Commander Deck Around the Prepared Mechanic?
The new prepared mechanic from Secrets of Strixhaven doesn't have a dedicated commander. Let's see if we can make one ourselves.
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25%synergy
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17%synergy
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57%synergy
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Consider
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39%synergy
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38%synergy
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Swords to Plowshares
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-2%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
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Counterspell
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Path to Exile
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Brainstorm
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Peregrine Drake
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33%synergy
Momentary Blink
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34%synergy
Dour Port-Mage
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35%synergy
Ephemerate
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25%synergy
Wall of Omens
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32%synergy
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Charming Prince
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29%synergy
Witch Enchanter
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21%synergy
Moonshaker Cavalry
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
29%synergy
Genku, Future Shaper
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
31%synergy
Beza, the Bounding Spring
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
28%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
20%synergy
Soulherder
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Inspiring Overseer
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
22%synergy
Skyclave Apparition
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20%synergy
Displacer Kitten
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12%synergy
Reflector Mage
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16%synergy
Stonehorn Dignitary
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19%synergy
Enduring Innocence
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20%synergy
Toby, Beastie Befriender
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22%synergy
Riptide Gearhulk
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11%synergy
Circuit Mender
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15%synergy
Welcoming Vampire
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15%synergy
Karmic Guide
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14%synergy
Sun Titan
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8%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
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6%synergy
Abdel Adrian, Gorion's Ward
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
17%synergy
Angel of the Ruins
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12%synergy
Delney, Streetwise Lookout
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10%synergy
Empyrean Eagle
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5%synergy
Preston, the Vanisher
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11%synergy
Agent of Treachery
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11%synergy
Thundertrap Trainer
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14%synergy
Meteor Golem
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11%synergy
Yorion, Sky Nomad
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Hermes, Overseer of Elpis
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
12%synergy
Wingblade Disciple
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Claim Jumper
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Felidar Guardian
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5%synergy
White Orchid Phantom
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Skyknight Squire
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Archmage Emeritus
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Enduring Curiosity
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Mentor of the Meek
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Shipwreck Dowser
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Murmuring Mystic
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Restoration Angel
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
2%synergy
Talrand, Sky Summoner
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Brago, King Eternal
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Quistis Trepe
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Stirring Hopesinger
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Emeritus of Truce
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
7%synergy
Spellbook Seeker
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Emeritus of Ideation
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Mocking Sprite
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Instants
Aetherize
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
27%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Negate
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Essence Flux
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
25%synergy
Arcane Denial
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Dovin's Veto
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
-9%synergy
Cloudshift
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
18%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
20%synergy
Parting Gust
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
21%synergy
Thraben Charm
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
25%synergy
Snap
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
20%synergy
Generous Gift
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
-5%synergy
Eerie Interlude
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
13%synergy
Dawn's Truce
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15%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
20%synergy
Dazzling Denial
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
19%synergy
Ghostly Flicker
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Reality Shift
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Into the Flood Maw
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16%synergy
Getaway Glamer
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
17%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
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3%synergy
Sink into Stupor
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5%synergy
Azorius Charm
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14%synergy
Reprieve
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14%synergy
Think Twice
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17%synergy
Run Away Together
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12%synergy
Quick Study
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13%synergy
Unsummon
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13%synergy
Swan Song
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-3%synergy
Flicker of Fate
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10%synergy
Kabira Takedown
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Displace
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8%synergy
Brainsurge
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9%synergy
Resculpt
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8%synergy
Unbreakable Formation
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7%synergy
Disenchant
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3%synergy
Rewind
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7%synergy
Annul
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10%synergy
Narset's Reversal
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7%synergy
Spell Pierce
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
7%synergy
High Tide
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Unwind
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Deduce
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Banishing Betrayal
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Bounce Off
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Blur
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4%synergy
Pongify
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-1%synergy
A Little Chat
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Absorb
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1%synergy
Transcendent Message
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7%synergy
Sorceries
Austere Command
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Time Wipe
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
13%synergy
Preordain
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
17%synergy
Ponder
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Serum Visions
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
15%synergy
Another Round
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15%synergy
Winged Words
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
13%synergy
Supreme Verdict
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
-13%synergy
Requisition Raid
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Starfall Invocation
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Sleight of Hand
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Gitaxian Probe
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Cleansing Nova
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Approach of the Second Sun
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
-4%synergy
Beyond the Quiet
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Daydream
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
7%synergy
Flow State
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Stock Up
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Chart a Course
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
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1%synergy
Splash Portal
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5%synergy
Hour of Reckoning
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5%synergy
Season of Weaving
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6%synergy
Exorcise
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Treasure Cruise
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4%synergy
Suppression Ray
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5%synergy
Migratory Route
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4%synergy
Spirit Water Revival
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
4%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Panharmonicon
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16%synergy
Sapphire Medallion
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18%synergy
Conjurer's Closet
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
16%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Lightning Greaves
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
-1%synergy
Pearl Medallion
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Skullclamp
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7%synergy
Bident of Thassa
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Soul-Guide Lantern
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Idol of Oblivion
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
-18%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
1%synergy
Enchantments
Favorable Winds
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
20%synergy
Tocasia's Welcome
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
20%synergy
Teleportation Circle
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Caretaker's Talent
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15%synergy
Coastal Piracy
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Cathars' Crusade
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Inspiring Leader
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
13%synergy
Dollmaker's Shop // Porcelain Gallery
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Ghostly Prison
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
-10%synergy
Propaganda
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
-12%synergy
Banishing Light
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Airbender Ascension
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
7%synergy
Reconnaissance Mission
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
4%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Divine Visitation
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Virtue of Knowledge
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Gravitational Shift
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
4%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
-3%synergy
Anointed Procession
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
3%synergy
Mystic Remora
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
-8%synergy
Shark Typhoon
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Witness Protection
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Paladin Class
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Monologue Tax
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
4%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
As Foretold
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Retro-Mutation
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Air Nomad Legacy
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
4%synergy
Planeswalkers
The Eternal Wanderer
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
4%synergy
Venser, the Sojourner
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
48%inclusion13 decks27 decks
0%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Restless Anchorage
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Abandoned Air Temple
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
9%synergy
Windbrisk Heights
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Riptide Laboratory
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Celestial Colonnade
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Rivendell
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
3%synergy
Moorland Haunt
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
3%synergy
Lonely Sandbar
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Minas Tirith
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
4%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
-3%synergy
Castle Vantress
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
2%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
89%inclusion24 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Sol Ring
74%inclusion20 decks27 decks
-12%synergy
Azorius Signet
67%inclusion18 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Talisman of Progress
56%inclusion15 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Fellwar Stone
41%inclusion11 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Thought Vessel
41%inclusion11 decks27 decks
-1%synergy
Mind Stone
41%inclusion11 decks27 decks
15%synergy
Sky Diamond
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Patchwork Banner
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Marble Diamond
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Bender's Waterskin
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
8%synergy
Worn Powerstone
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Midnight Clock
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
4%synergy
Prismatic Lens
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Commander's Sphere
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
-7%synergy
Fractured Powerstone
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Lands
Island
100%inclusion27 decks27 decks
4%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion27 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Command Tower
67%inclusion18 decks27 decks
-19%synergy
Prairie Stream
52%inclusion14 decks27 decks
-14%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
48%inclusion13 decks27 decks
4%synergy
Glacial Fortress
44%inclusion12 decks27 decks
-18%synergy
Port Town
41%inclusion11 decks27 decks
-6%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
41%inclusion11 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Irrigated Farmland
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
16%synergy
Deserted Beach
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
-3%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
37%inclusion10 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Witch Enchanter
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
21%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
33%inclusion9 decks27 decks
-4%synergy
Azorius Chancery
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
-7%synergy
Exotic Orchard
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
2%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
30%inclusion8 decks27 decks
-18%synergy
Tranquil Cove
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
7%synergy
Sea of Clouds
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
-14%synergy
Mystic Gate
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
2%synergy
Myriad Landscape
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
20%synergy
Evolving Wilds
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Flooded Strand
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
-10%synergy
Idyllic Beachfront
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Path of Ancestry
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
4%synergy
Sink into Stupor
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Seachrome Coast
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
0%synergy
Azorius Guildgate
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Kabira Takedown
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Abandoned Campground
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Meandering River
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
8%synergy
Meticulous Archive
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
-7%synergy
Coastal Tower
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Prismatic Vista
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
2%synergy
Lonely Arroyo
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
3%synergy
Hengegate Pathway
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
-13%synergy
Skybridge Towers
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
4%synergy
Spire of Industry
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
-1%synergy
Razortide Bridge
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
-7%synergy
Flood Plain
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Demolition Field
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
4%synergy
Jwari Disruption
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
Suppression Ray
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
5%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
3%synergy
Nimbus Maze
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
-15%synergy
Crystal Grotto
7.4%inclusion2 decks27 decks
6%synergy
North Pole Gates
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
4%synergy