Marchesa, Dealer of Death (Commander) - Midrange

Benjamin Levin
Sep 9, 2025
How Fun Are All of the Grixis Commanders?
There are dozens of Grixis commanders available now. But which ones are fun to play? Let's break them all down.
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Loki, God of Mischief
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
17%synergy
Red Hulk
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Flashback
19%inclusion4 decks21 decks
12%synergy
Exhibition Tidecaller
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
13%synergy
Emeritus of Woe
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
4%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Magda, the Hoardmaster
40%inclusion23 decks57 decks
39%synergy
Reanimate
60%inclusion34 decks57 decks
35%synergy
Gitaxian Probe
40%inclusion23 decks57 decks
35%synergy
Deadly Rollick
51%inclusion29 decks57 decks
33%synergy
Wishclaw Talisman
40%inclusion23 decks57 decks
32%synergy
Brain Freeze
39%inclusion22 decks57 decks
31%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
61%inclusion35 decks57 decks
31%synergy
Mystic Remora
46%inclusion26 decks57 decks
30%synergy
Into the Flood Maw
34%inclusion19 decks56 decks
29%synergy
Glasses of Urza
30%inclusion17 decks57 decks
29%synergy
Top Cards
Swan Song
46%inclusion26 decks57 decks
26%synergy
Dark Ritual
44%inclusion25 decks57 decks
6%synergy
Deflecting Swat
39%inclusion22 decks57 decks
19%synergy
Counterspell
37%inclusion21 decks57 decks
-8%synergy
Simian Spirit Guide
35%inclusion20 decks57 decks
28%synergy
Flusterstorm
35%inclusion20 decks57 decks
27%synergy
Demonic Consultation
35%inclusion20 decks57 decks
28%synergy
Mystical Tutor
35%inclusion20 decks57 decks
22%synergy
Force of Negation
33%inclusion19 decks57 decks
25%synergy
Hullbreaker Horror
33%inclusion19 decks57 decks
28%synergy
Game Changers
Rhystic Study
53%inclusion30 decks57 decks
30%synergy
Underworld Breach
46%inclusion26 decks57 decks
34%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
46%inclusion26 decks57 decks
26%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
46%inclusion26 decks57 decks
25%synergy
Demonic Tutor
42%inclusion24 decks57 decks
21%synergy
Orcish Bowmasters
42%inclusion24 decks57 decks
24%synergy
Jeska's Will
39%inclusion22 decks57 decks
22%synergy
Thassa's Oracle
37%inclusion21 decks57 decks
28%synergy
Force of Will
35%inclusion20 decks57 decks
24%synergy
Vampiric Tutor
35%inclusion20 decks57 decks
19%synergy
Creatures
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
32%inclusion18 decks57 decks
20%synergy
Valley Floodcaller
30%inclusion17 decks56 decks
23%synergy
Birgi, God of Storytelling
30%inclusion17 decks57 decks
23%synergy
Hex Parasite
28%inclusion16 decks57 decks
28%synergy
Storm-Kiln Artist
26%inclusion15 decks57 decks
15%synergy
Gisa, the Hellraiser
25%inclusion14 decks57 decks
24%synergy
Urabrask
23%inclusion13 decks57 decks
22%synergy
Faerie Mastermind
21%inclusion12 decks57 decks
14%synergy
Volatile Stormdrake
19%inclusion11 decks57 decks
18%synergy
Opposition Agent
19%inclusion11 decks57 decks
14%synergy
Spellskite
19%inclusion11 decks57 decks
18%synergy
Mayhem Devil
18%inclusion10 decks57 decks
15%synergy
Generous Plunderer
18%inclusion10 decks57 decks
15%synergy
Kess, Dissident Mage
18%inclusion10 decks57 decks
9%synergy
Kaervek, the Punisher
18%inclusion10 decks57 decks
17%synergy
Talion, the Kindly Lord
16%inclusion9 decks57 decks
14%synergy
Dauthi Voidwalker
16%inclusion9 decks57 decks
9%synergy
Duelist of the Mind
16%inclusion9 decks57 decks
15%synergy
Hexing Squelcher
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
3%synergy
Red Death, Shipwrecker
14%inclusion8 decks57 decks
13%synergy
Lazav, Familiar Stranger
14%inclusion8 decks57 decks
13%synergy
Ledger Shredder
14%inclusion8 decks57 decks
11%synergy
Kefka, Court Mage
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Wan Shi Tong, Librarian
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
8%synergy
Displacer Kitten
12%inclusion7 decks57 decks
7%synergy
Servant of the Stinger
12%inclusion7 decks57 decks
12%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
12%inclusion7 decks57 decks
8%synergy
Dragon's Rage Channeler
11%inclusion6 decks57 decks
8%synergy
Phyrexian Metamorph
11%inclusion6 decks57 decks
5%synergy
Nightscape Familiar
11%inclusion6 decks57 decks
-16%synergy
Tinybones, the Pickpocket
11%inclusion6 decks57 decks
9%synergy
Archon of Cruelty
11%inclusion6 decks57 decks
7%synergy
Baral, Chief of Compliance
11%inclusion6 decks57 decks
9%synergy
Hostage Taker
11%inclusion6 decks57 decks
1%synergy
Forsaken Miner
11%inclusion6 decks57 decks
10%synergy
Hearthborn Battler
8.9%inclusion5 decks56 decks
9%synergy
Hellspur Posse Boss
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
8%synergy
Consecrated Sphinx
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
6%synergy
Baleful Strix
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
-1%synergy
Vadmir, New Blood
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
8%synergy
Laughing Jasper Flint
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
5%synergy
Vivi Ornitier
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
0%synergy
Ardyn, the Usurper
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
6%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
3%synergy
Bothersome Quasit
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
6%synergy
Massacre Girl
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
7%synergy
Boggart Trawler
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
5%synergy
Goblin Electromancer
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
-2%synergy
Grim Hireling
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
5%synergy
Nimble Brigand
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
7%synergy
Instants
Mindbreak Trap
32%inclusion18 decks57 decks
26%synergy
Pyroblast
32%inclusion18 decks57 decks
26%synergy
Abrade
32%inclusion18 decks57 decks
22%synergy
Pact of Negation
32%inclusion18 decks57 decks
23%synergy
Tainted Pact
30%inclusion17 decks57 decks
23%synergy
Sink into Stupor
30%inclusion17 decks57 decks
20%synergy
Borne Upon a Wind
30%inclusion17 decks57 decks
21%synergy
Mental Misstep
28%inclusion16 decks57 decks
22%synergy
Lightning Bolt
28%inclusion16 decks57 decks
18%synergy
Snap
26%inclusion15 decks57 decks
16%synergy
Chaos Warp
23%inclusion13 decks57 decks
-12%synergy
Chain of Vapor
23%inclusion13 decks57 decks
17%synergy
Cabal Ritual
23%inclusion13 decks57 decks
13%synergy
Withering Torment
23%inclusion12 decks53 decks
10%synergy
Arcane Denial
21%inclusion12 decks57 decks
-8%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
21%inclusion12 decks57 decks
15%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
21%inclusion11 decks53 decks
15%synergy
Rakdos Charm
19%inclusion11 decks57 decks
4%synergy
Terminate
19%inclusion11 decks57 decks
-6%synergy
Frantic Search
18%inclusion10 decks57 decks
-3%synergy
Snuff Out
18%inclusion10 decks57 decks
15%synergy
Negate
18%inclusion10 decks57 decks
-5%synergy
Final Fortune
18%inclusion10 decks57 decks
12%synergy
Dismember
18%inclusion10 decks57 decks
16%synergy
Pongify
16%inclusion9 decks57 decks
9%synergy
Drown in the Loch
16%inclusion9 decks57 decks
13%synergy
Shoot the Sheriff
16%inclusion9 decks57 decks
15%synergy
Brainstorm
16%inclusion9 decks57 decks
-1%synergy
Mana Drain
16%inclusion9 decks57 decks
0%synergy
Strix Serenade
16%inclusion9 decks57 decks
13%synergy
Flare of Duplication
16%inclusion9 decks57 decks
12%synergy
Fell the Profane
14%inclusion8 decks57 decks
6%synergy
Reality Shift
14%inclusion8 decks57 decks
9%synergy
Infernal Grasp
14%inclusion8 decks57 decks
9%synergy
Bedevil
14%inclusion8 decks57 decks
-1%synergy
Misdirection
14%inclusion8 decks57 decks
13%synergy
Fire Covenant
12%inclusion7 decks57 decks
11%synergy
Go for the Throat
12%inclusion7 decks57 decks
6%synergy
Resculpt
12%inclusion7 decks57 decks
10%synergy
Prismari Command
12%inclusion7 decks57 decks
6%synergy
Saw in Half
12%inclusion7 decks57 decks
7%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
11%inclusion6 decks57 decks
7%synergy
Gut Shot
11%inclusion6 decks57 decks
10%synergy
Baleful Mastery
11%inclusion6 decks57 decks
7%synergy
Three Steps Ahead
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
6%synergy
Invert Polarity
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
6%synergy
Delay
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
7%synergy
Submerge
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
8%synergy
Commandeer
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
8%synergy
Spell Pierce
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
6%synergy
Sorceries
Feed the Swarm
32%inclusion18 decks57 decks
4%synergy
Imperial Seal
30%inclusion17 decks57 decks
23%synergy
Gamble
28%inclusion16 decks57 decks
18%synergy
Rite of Flame
26%inclusion15 decks57 decks
20%synergy
Windfall
25%inclusion14 decks57 decks
1%synergy
Vandalblast
23%inclusion13 decks57 decks
7%synergy
Praetor's Grasp
21%inclusion12 decks57 decks
17%synergy
Toxic Deluge
21%inclusion12 decks57 decks
1%synergy
Blasphemous Act
19%inclusion11 decks57 decks
-25%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
16%inclusion9 decks57 decks
6%synergy
Mnemonic Betrayal
16%inclusion9 decks57 decks
11%synergy
Victimize
14%inclusion8 decks57 decks
5%synergy
Stitch Together
14%inclusion8 decks57 decks
11%synergy
Faithless Looting
12%inclusion7 decks57 decks
-8%synergy
Beseech the Mirror
12%inclusion7 decks57 decks
7%synergy
Will of the Abzan
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
11%synergy
Duress
11%inclusion6 decks57 decks
10%synergy
Back in Town
11%inclusion6 decks57 decks
8%synergy
Grapeshot
11%inclusion6 decks57 decks
8%synergy
Solve the Equation
11%inclusion6 decks57 decks
8%synergy
Diabolic Intent
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
1%synergy
Lively Dirge
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
7%synergy
Bribery
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
6%synergy
Scheming Symmetry
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
7%synergy
Rise of the Dark Realms
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
3%synergy
Rite of Replication
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
5%synergy
Demonic Counsel
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
3%synergy
Cruelclaw's Heist
7.1%inclusion4 decks56 decks
6%synergy
Ruthless Negotiation
7.1%inclusion4 decks56 decks
7%synergy
Cruel Ultimatum
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
3%synergy
Yawgmoth's Will
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
4%synergy
Insatiable Avarice
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
5%synergy
Damnation
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
-0%synergy
Stock Up
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Blasphemous Edict
5.9%inclusion3 decks51 decks
0%synergy
Ponder
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
-3%synergy
Dread Return
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
3%synergy
Rousing Refrain
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
3%synergy
Take for a Ride
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
5%synergy
Decree of Pain
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
1%synergy
Mana Geyser
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
-0%synergy
Strike It Rich
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
4%synergy
Pilfer
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
5%synergy
Breach the Multiverse
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
2%synergy
Thoughtseize
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
5%synergy
Molten Collapse
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
5%synergy
Cornered by Black Mages
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
2%synergy
Utility Artifacts
The One Ring
28%inclusion16 decks57 decks
15%synergy
Ghost Vacuum
23%inclusion12 decks53 decks
22%synergy
Codex Shredder
14%inclusion8 decks57 decks
14%synergy
Bloodthirsty Blade
12%inclusion7 decks57 decks
11%synergy
Defense Grid
11%inclusion6 decks57 decks
7%synergy
Vexing Bauble
11%inclusion6 decks57 decks
9%synergy
Lightning Greaves
11%inclusion6 decks57 decks
-19%synergy
Mishra's Bauble
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
8%synergy
Unlicensed Hearse
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
8%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
4%synergy
Bolas's Citadel
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
2%synergy
Palantír of Orthanc
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
3%synergy
Imposter Mech
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
5%synergy
Grinding Station
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
3%synergy
Urza's Bauble
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
5%synergy
Aetherflux Reservoir
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
4%synergy
The Enigma Jewel
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
5%synergy
Isochron Scepter
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
3%synergy
Enchantments
Necropotence
23%inclusion13 decks57 decks
17%synergy
Spatial Binding
21%inclusion12 decks57 decks
21%synergy
Animate Dead
21%inclusion12 decks57 decks
12%synergy
At Knifepoint
18%inclusion10 decks57 decks
17%synergy
Necromancy
16%inclusion9 decks57 decks
13%synergy
Virtue of Persistence
16%inclusion9 decks57 decks
14%synergy
Black Market Connections
12%inclusion7 decks57 decks
0%synergy
Ripples of Undeath
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
8%synergy
Double Down
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
6%synergy
Mirrormade
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
7%synergy
Amphibian Downpour
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
7%synergy
Propaganda
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
-5%synergy
Counterbalance
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
7%synergy
Dance of the Dead
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
6%synergy
Powerbalance
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
6%synergy
Phyrexian Arena
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
-2%synergy
Parker Luck
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
5%synergy
Arcane Bombardment
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
3%synergy
Steal Enchantment
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
5%synergy
Copy Enchantment
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
4%synergy
Curse of Opulence
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
2%synergy
Planeswalkers
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
12%synergy
Nicol Bolas, God-Pharaoh
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
4%synergy
Nicol Bolas, Planeswalker
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
3%synergy
Utility Lands
Otawara, Soaring City
44%inclusion25 decks57 decks
28%synergy
Bojuka Bog
32%inclusion18 decks57 decks
8%synergy
Ancient Tomb
28%inclusion16 decks57 decks
15%synergy
Urza's Saga
25%inclusion14 decks57 decks
19%synergy
Urborg
19%inclusion11 decks57 decks
19%synergy
Reliquary Tower
18%inclusion10 decks57 decks
-18%synergy
Mistrise Village
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
8%synergy
Hammerheim
16%inclusion9 decks57 decks
16%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
7%synergy
City of Traitors
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
5%synergy
Rogue's Passage
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
-13%synergy
Temple of the False God
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
1%synergy
Pit of Offerings
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
7%synergy
Takenuma, Abandoned Mire
7.0%inclusion4 decks57 decks
2%synergy
Maze of Ith
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
3%synergy
Seat of the Synod
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
-0%synergy
Deserted Temple
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
5%synergy
Cephalid Coliseum
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
2%synergy
Field of Ruin
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
2%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
96%inclusion55 decks57 decks
7%synergy
Arcane Signet
93%inclusion53 decks57 decks
5%synergy
Talisman of Dominance
68%inclusion39 decks57 decks
19%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
60%inclusion34 decks57 decks
15%synergy
Fellwar Stone
58%inclusion33 decks57 decks
22%synergy
Talisman of Indulgence
47%inclusion27 decks57 decks
4%synergy
Lotus Petal
40%inclusion23 decks57 decks
30%synergy
Mana Vault
32%inclusion18 decks57 decks
23%synergy
Chrome Mox
30%inclusion17 decks57 decks
21%synergy
Lion's Eye Diamond
28%inclusion16 decks57 decks
22%synergy
Mox Opal
26%inclusion15 decks57 decks
19%synergy
Mox Diamond
25%inclusion14 decks57 decks
18%synergy
Mox Amber
23%inclusion13 decks57 decks
17%synergy
Thought Vessel
23%inclusion13 decks57 decks
1%synergy
Bender's Waterskin
22%inclusion8 decks36 decks
17%synergy
Izzet Signet
19%inclusion11 decks57 decks
-13%synergy
Dimir Signet
19%inclusion11 decks57 decks
-15%synergy
Liquimetal Torque
18%inclusion10 decks57 decks
16%synergy
Mind Stone
18%inclusion10 decks57 decks
5%synergy
Rakdos Signet
16%inclusion9 decks57 decks
-16%synergy
Grim Monolith
11%inclusion6 decks57 decks
6%synergy
Cursed Mirror
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
4%synergy
Bandit's Haul
8.8%inclusion5 decks57 decks
8%synergy
Worn Powerstone
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
0%synergy
Relic of Sauron
5.3%inclusion3 decks57 decks
-14%synergy
The Soul Stone
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
1%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
96%inclusion55 decks57 decks
5%synergy
Swamp
72%inclusion41 decks57 decks
-20%synergy
Island
72%inclusion41 decks57 decks
-21%synergy
Watery Grave
70%inclusion40 decks57 decks
22%synergy
Steam Vents
68%inclusion39 decks57 decks
23%synergy
Mountain
68%inclusion39 decks57 decks
-23%synergy
Blood Crypt
67%inclusion38 decks57 decks
21%synergy
Exotic Orchard
63%inclusion36 decks57 decks
7%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
63%inclusion36 decks57 decks
28%synergy
Polluted Delta
61%inclusion35 decks57 decks
26%synergy
Scalding Tarn
56%inclusion32 decks57 decks
24%synergy
Morphic Pool
42%inclusion24 decks57 decks
10%synergy
City of Brass
39%inclusion22 decks57 decks
25%synergy
Undercity Sewers
37%inclusion21 decks57 decks
24%synergy
Xander's Lounge
37%inclusion21 decks57 decks
-3%synergy
Volcanic Island
33%inclusion19 decks57 decks
18%synergy
Forbidden Orchard
33%inclusion19 decks57 decks
31%synergy
Badlands
32%inclusion18 decks57 decks
16%synergy
Training Center
32%inclusion18 decks57 decks
-0%synergy
Flooded Strand
32%inclusion18 decks57 decks
21%synergy
Mana Confluence
32%inclusion18 decks57 decks
20%synergy
Underground Sea
30%inclusion17 decks57 decks
15%synergy
Dragonskull Summit
30%inclusion17 decks57 decks
-16%synergy
Drowned Catacomb
30%inclusion17 decks57 decks
-13%synergy
Luxury Suite
30%inclusion17 decks57 decks
-1%synergy
Sink into Stupor
30%inclusion17 decks57 decks
20%synergy
Starting Town
29%inclusion11 decks38 decks
24%synergy
Misty Rainforest
28%inclusion16 decks57 decks
18%synergy
Shivan Reef
28%inclusion16 decks57 decks
-2%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
28%inclusion16 decks57 decks
20%synergy
Arid Mesa
28%inclusion16 decks57 decks
19%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
26%inclusion15 decks57 decks
0%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
26%inclusion15 decks57 decks
17%synergy
Marsh Flats
26%inclusion15 decks57 decks
16%synergy
Shipwreck Marsh
25%inclusion14 decks57 decks
0%synergy
Underground River
25%inclusion14 decks57 decks
-3%synergy
Thundering Falls
25%inclusion14 decks57 decks
14%synergy
Raucous Theater
23%inclusion13 decks57 decks
12%synergy
Jagged Barrens
23%inclusion13 decks57 decks
21%synergy
Crumbling Necropolis
23%inclusion13 decks57 decks
-30%synergy
Soured Springs
23%inclusion13 decks57 decks
21%synergy
Fabled Passage
21%inclusion12 decks57 decks
14%synergy
Wooded Foothills
21%inclusion12 decks57 decks
13%synergy
Sulfur Falls
21%inclusion12 decks57 decks
-26%synergy
Eroded Canyon
21%inclusion12 decks57 decks
19%synergy
Sulfurous Springs
21%inclusion12 decks57 decks
-7%synergy
Haunted Ridge
19%inclusion11 decks57 decks
-2%synergy
Blazemire Verge
17%inclusion9 decks54 decks
7%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
16%inclusion9 decks57 decks
5%synergy
Smoldering Marsh
16%inclusion9 decks57 decks
-22%synergy