Kykar, Zephyr Awakener (Commander) - Upgraded 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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Skycoach Conductor
24%inclusion4 decks17 decks
18%synergy
Emeritus of Truce
18%inclusion3 decks17 decks
15%synergy
Emeritus of Ideation
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
9%synergy
Mana Sculpt
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
9%synergy
Pensive Professor
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
5%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Archaeomancer
74%inclusion28 decks38 decks
63%synergy
Aether Channeler
68%inclusion26 decks38 decks
59%synergy
Dour Port-Mage
68%inclusion26 decks38 decks
59%synergy
Ephemerate
71%inclusion27 decks38 decks
56%synergy
Cloudshift
63%inclusion24 decks38 decks
51%synergy
Mulldrifter
61%inclusion23 decks38 decks
51%synergy
Peregrine Drake
58%inclusion22 decks38 decks
47%synergy
Cloud of Faeries
50%inclusion19 decks38 decks
45%synergy
Essence Flux
53%inclusion20 decks38 decks
44%synergy
Ghostly Flicker
55%inclusion21 decks38 decks
43%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
89%inclusion34 decks38 decks
21%synergy
Path to Exile
84%inclusion32 decks38 decks
31%synergy
Counterspell
74%inclusion28 decks38 decks
20%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
63%inclusion24 decks38 decks
37%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
61%inclusion23 decks38 decks
36%synergy
Dovin's Veto
53%inclusion20 decks38 decks
14%synergy
Opt
50%inclusion19 decks38 decks
41%synergy
Spirited Companion
47%inclusion18 decks38 decks
40%synergy
Skyclave Apparition
47%inclusion18 decks38 decks
42%synergy
Riptide Gearhulk
47%inclusion18 decks38 decks
39%synergy
Game Changers
Cyclonic Rift
32%inclusion12 decks38 decks
10%synergy
Farewell
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
1%synergy
Mystical Tutor
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
0%synergy
Narset, Parter of Veils
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Teferi's Protection
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
-8%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
-9%synergy
Smothering Tithe
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
-19%synergy
Grand Arbiter Augustin IV
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
-5%synergy
Creatures
Witch Enchanter
61%inclusion23 decks38 decks
48%synergy
Soulherder
45%inclusion17 decks38 decks
30%synergy
Helpful Hunter
45%inclusion17 decks38 decks
41%synergy
Displacer Kitten
42%inclusion16 decks38 decks
31%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
42%inclusion16 decks38 decks
30%synergy
Wall of Omens
39%inclusion15 decks38 decks
31%synergy
Reflector Mage
34%inclusion13 decks38 decks
28%synergy
Spellseeker
32%inclusion12 decks38 decks
28%synergy
Starfield Vocalist
31%inclusion10 decks32 decks
24%synergy
Agent of Treachery
29%inclusion11 decks38 decks
25%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
29%inclusion11 decks38 decks
23%synergy
Cloudblazer
29%inclusion11 decks38 decks
20%synergy
Beza, the Bounding Spring
26%inclusion10 decks38 decks
25%synergy
Anticausal Vestige
25%inclusion8 decks32 decks
22%synergy
Welcoming Vampire
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
20%synergy
Moonshaker Cavalry
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
19%synergy
Recruiter of the Guard
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
20%synergy
Shipwreck Dowser
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
23%synergy
Sun Titan
21%inclusion8 decks38 decks
10%synergy
Charming Prince
21%inclusion8 decks38 decks
13%synergy
Thundertrap Trainer
21%inclusion8 decks38 decks
21%synergy
Yorion, Sky Nomad
21%inclusion8 decks38 decks
16%synergy
Circuit Mender
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
15%synergy
Preston, the Vanisher
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
15%synergy
Salvager of Secrets
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
18%synergy
Mnemonic Wall
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
17%synergy
Plagon, Lord of the Beach
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
15%synergy
Empyrean Eagle
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Felidar Guardian
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
9%synergy
Enduring Innocence
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
13%synergy
Loyal Warhound
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
13%synergy
Micromancer
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
15%synergy
Solitude
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
13%synergy
Venser, Shaper Savant
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
7%synergy
High Fae Trickster
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
10%synergy
Torrential Gearhulk
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
12%synergy
Flickerwisp
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Sand Scout
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
13%synergy
Abdel Adrian, Gorion's Ward
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
12%synergy
Restoration Angel
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
4%synergy
White Orchid Phantom
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
10%synergy
Karmic Guide
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Enduring Curiosity
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Quantum Riddler
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
8%synergy
Starwinder
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
8%synergy
Tataru Taru
9.1%inclusion3 decks33 decks
5%synergy
Marang River Regent
8.3%inclusion3 decks36 decks
7%synergy
Claim Jumper
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Snapcaster Mage
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Instants
Brainstorm
42%inclusion16 decks38 decks
24%synergy
Negate
39%inclusion15 decks38 decks
11%synergy
Momentary Blink
37%inclusion14 decks38 decks
26%synergy
Eerie Interlude
34%inclusion13 decks38 decks
25%synergy
Frantic Search
34%inclusion13 decks38 decks
22%synergy
Consider
34%inclusion13 decks38 decks
29%synergy
Parting Gust
32%inclusion12 decks38 decks
26%synergy
Snap
32%inclusion12 decks38 decks
25%synergy
Aetherize
29%inclusion11 decks38 decks
19%synergy
Arcane Denial
29%inclusion11 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Pongify
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
15%synergy
Displace
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
21%synergy
Swan Song
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Consult the Star Charts
22%inclusion7 decks32 decks
20%synergy
Strix Serenade
21%inclusion8 decks38 decks
17%synergy
Sink into Stupor
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Hide on the Ceiling
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
14%synergy
Three Steps Ahead
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
12%synergy
Mana Drain
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
-0%synergy
Dig Through Time
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
12%synergy
Think Twice
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
14%synergy
Get Lost
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
11%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
11%synergy
Reality Shift
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Thraben Charm
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
12%synergy
Into the Flood Maw
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
11%synergy
Unwanted Remake
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
12%synergy
Rewind
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
9%synergy
Ghostway
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
11%synergy
Flicker of Fate
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Unwind
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
9%synergy
Waterbender's Restoration
11%inclusion3 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Muddle the Mixture
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Clever Concealment
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
-5%synergy
Planar Incision
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Mandate of Peace
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
10%synergy
March of Swirling Mist
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
9%synergy
Impulse
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
9%synergy
Generous Gift
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
-20%synergy
Orim's Chant
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Refute
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Dawn's Truce
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
0%synergy
Essence Scatter
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Dispel
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Bovine Intervention
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
7%synergy
Resculpt
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Silence
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
-0%synergy
Sorceries
Supreme Verdict
37%inclusion14 decks38 decks
9%synergy
Time Wipe
37%inclusion14 decks38 decks
24%synergy
Starfall Invocation
26%inclusion10 decks38 decks
23%synergy
Preordain
26%inclusion10 decks38 decks
17%synergy
Ponder
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
12%synergy
Austere Command
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
10%synergy
Solve the Equation
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
14%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
10%synergy
Merchant Scroll
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
14%synergy
Step Through
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
15%synergy
Stock Up
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
10%synergy
Lórien Revealed
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
11%synergy
Chart a Course
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
9%synergy
Gitaxian Probe
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Hour of Reckoning
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Personal Tutor
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Winged Words
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Approach of the Second Sun
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
-5%synergy
Dismantling Wave
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
7%synergy
Split Up
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Wrath of God
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Another Round
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
7.1%inclusion2 decks28 decks
2%synergy
Morningtide's Light
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
5%synergy
Gift of Estates
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Candlekeep Inspiration
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Season of Weaving
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Treasure Cruise
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Emeria's Call
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Temporal Manipulation
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Dusk // Dawn
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Tragic Arrogance
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Cleansing Nova
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
1%synergy
Tezzeret's Gambit
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Day of Judgment
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Rite of Replication
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Panharmonicon
32%inclusion12 decks38 decks
21%synergy
Sapphire Medallion
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
15%synergy
Pearl Medallion
21%inclusion8 decks38 decks
13%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
21%inclusion8 decks38 decks
11%synergy
Bident of Thassa
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Skullclamp
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
7%synergy
Conjurer's Closet
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Idol of Oblivion
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
-18%synergy
Lightning Greaves
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
-12%synergy
The Indomitable
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Banner of Kinship
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Unidentified Hovership
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Scroll of Fate
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Propaganda
37%inclusion14 decks38 decks
10%synergy
Virtue of Knowledge
32%inclusion12 decks38 decks
28%synergy
Tocasia's Welcome
26%inclusion10 decks38 decks
24%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
13%synergy
Ghostly Prison
21%inclusion8 decks38 decks
-4%synergy
Intangible Virtue
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
12%synergy
Land Tax
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
10%synergy
Teleportation Circle
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
7%synergy
Favorable Winds
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
7%synergy
Divine Visitation
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
11%synergy
Mystic Remora
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
-2%synergy
Caretaker's Talent
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
10%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Reconnaissance Mission
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Coastal Piracy
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Shark Typhoon
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Cathars' Crusade
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
7%synergy
Amphibian Downpour
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Kindred Discovery
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
1%synergy
Smuggler's Share
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
-0%synergy
Wizard Class
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
-1%synergy
Unable to Scream
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Elspeth Conquers Death
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Omen of the Sea
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
1%synergy
Touch the Spirit Realm
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Out of Time
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Charitable Levy
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Witness Protection
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Dress Down
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
As Foretold
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Dollmaker's Shop // Porcelain Gallery
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
0%synergy
Candlekeep Sage
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
3%synergy
True Conviction
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Planeswalkers
Teferi, Time Raveler
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
5%synergy
The Eternal Wanderer
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
7%synergy
Elspeth, Sun's Champion
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Teferi, Hero of Dominaria
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
50%inclusion19 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
29%inclusion11 decks38 decks
12%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
21%inclusion8 decks38 decks
11%synergy
Riptide Laboratory
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
16%synergy
Arid Archway
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
12%synergy
Minas Tirith
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
7%synergy
Ipnu Rivulet
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
10%synergy
Mistrise Village
8.3%inclusion3 decks36 decks
4%synergy
Lotus Field
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
7%synergy
Ghost Quarter
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Moorland Haunt
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Shefet Dunes
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Celestial Colonnade
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Restless Anchorage
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
1%synergy
Castle Vantress
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
3%synergy
Ancient Den
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
-9%synergy
Windbrisk Heights
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Maze of Ith
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
1%synergy
Seat of the Synod
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
-10%synergy
War Room
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Cactus Preserve
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Cephalid Coliseum
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Strip Mine
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
95%inclusion36 decks38 decks
12%synergy
Sol Ring
82%inclusion31 decks38 decks
-5%synergy
Talisman of Progress
76%inclusion29 decks38 decks
26%synergy
Azorius Signet
74%inclusion28 decks38 decks
17%synergy
Thought Vessel
58%inclusion22 decks38 decks
16%synergy
Fellwar Stone
45%inclusion17 decks38 decks
16%synergy
Mind Stone
26%inclusion10 decks38 decks
1%synergy
Bender's Waterskin
25%inclusion8 decks32 decks
18%synergy
Midnight Clock
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Sky Diamond
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Commander's Sphere
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
-7%synergy
Marble Diamond
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
0%synergy
Liquimetal Torque
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
1%synergy
Patchwork Banner
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
1%synergy
Moonsnare Prototype
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Springleaf Drum
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
3%synergy
Lands
Island
100%inclusion38 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion38 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Command Tower
97%inclusion37 decks38 decks
12%synergy
Glacial Fortress
84%inclusion32 decks38 decks
21%synergy
Prairie Stream
71%inclusion27 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Port Town
68%inclusion26 decks38 decks
22%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
68%inclusion26 decks38 decks
24%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
68%inclusion26 decks38 decks
20%synergy
Witch Enchanter
61%inclusion23 decks38 decks
48%synergy
Azorius Chancery
58%inclusion22 decks38 decks
22%synergy
Deserted Beach
58%inclusion22 decks38 decks
18%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
50%inclusion19 decks38 decks
15%synergy
Sea of Clouds
47%inclusion18 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Flooded Strand
47%inclusion18 decks38 decks
15%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
45%inclusion17 decks38 decks
7%synergy
Exotic Orchard
39%inclusion15 decks38 decks
12%synergy
Hengegate Pathway
37%inclusion14 decks38 decks
17%synergy
Mystic Gate
37%inclusion14 decks38 decks
13%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
37%inclusion14 decks38 decks
10%synergy
Irrigated Farmland
32%inclusion12 decks38 decks
11%synergy
Meticulous Archive
32%inclusion12 decks38 decks
13%synergy
Nimbus Maze
29%inclusion11 decks38 decks
7%synergy
Idyllic Beachfront
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
16%synergy
Seachrome Coast
24%inclusion9 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Sink into Stupor
18%inclusion7 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Prismatic Vista
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
11%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
10%synergy
Tranquil Cove
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
-3%synergy
Demolition Field
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
13%synergy
Polluted Delta
16%inclusion6 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Tundra
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
0%synergy
Misty Rainforest
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Myriad Landscape
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
-3%synergy
Windswept Heath
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Glacial Floodplain
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Razorgrass Ambush
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
11%synergy
Evolving Wilds
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
-2%synergy
Azorius Guildgate
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
7%synergy
Arid Mesa
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
7%synergy
Scalding Tarn
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Fabled Passage
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Marsh Flats
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
-3%synergy
Flood Plain
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Silundi Vision
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Glasspool Mimic
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
5%synergy
Lonely Arroyo
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
1%synergy
Ash Barrens
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Snow-Covered Island
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
0%synergy