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Benjamin Levin
Oct 21, 2025
How Fun Are All of the Jeskai Commanders?
There are dozens of Jeskai commanders available now, but which ones are fun to play? Let's break them all down.
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Arcee, Sharpshooter
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
61%synergy
Jetfire, Ingenious Scientist
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
61%synergy
Together Forever
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
49%synergy
Ratchet, Field Medic
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
49%synergy
Prowl, Stoic Strategist
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
49%synergy
Lizard Blades
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
48%synergy
Steel Overseer
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
41%synergy
Wake the Past
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
40%synergy
Enthusiastic Mechanaut
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
38%synergy
Negate
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
34%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
-18%synergy
Creatures
Solemn Simulacrum
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Foundry Inspector
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
30%synergy
Astor, Bearer of Blades
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
36%synergy
Lion Sash
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
36%synergy
The Reality Chip
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
34%synergy
Abzan Falconer
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
36%synergy
Etherium Sculptor
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Arcbound Shikari
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
36%synergy
Goldbug, Humanity's Ally
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
36%synergy
Thrummingbird
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
30%synergy
Kykar, Zephyr Awakener
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Crystal Barricade
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Giott, King of the Dwarves
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Mm'menon, the Right Hand
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
SP//dr, Piloted by Peni
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Iron Spider, Stark Upgrade
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Araña, Heart of the Spider
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Padeem, Consul of Innovation
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Thundering Raiju
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Akki Battle Squad
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Urza, Prince of Kroog
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Ainok Bond-Kin
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Bronze Guardian
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Gold-Forged Thopteryx
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Jhoira, Weatherlight Captain
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
13%synergy
Emry, Lurker of the Loch
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
17%synergy
Shimmer Myr
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Simian Sling
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Bruenor Battlehammer
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Losheel, Clockwork Scholar
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Slicer, Hired Muscle
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Envoy of the Ancestors
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
The Wandering Rescuer
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Cayth, Famed Mechanist
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
6%synergy
Kotori, Pilot Prodigy
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Aetherstorm Roc
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Junk Diver
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Bronzeplate Boar
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Sea-Dasher Octopus
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Valduk, Keeper of the Flame
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Master of Etherium
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Abzan Battle Priest
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Relic Seeker
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Dalakos, Crafter of Wonders
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Acquisition Octopus
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Healer's Hawk
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Dusk Legion Duelist
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Herald of Secret Streams
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Instants
Dispatch
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
36%synergy
Path to Exile
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
-12%synergy
Refute
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
32%synergy
Chaos Warp
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
3%synergy
Boros Charm
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
21%synergy
Experimental Augury
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
18%synergy
Unbreakable Formation
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
18%synergy
Disenchant
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Counterspell
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-10%synergy
Generous Gift
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
3%synergy
Wing It
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Battlefield Improvisation
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Obsessive Search
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Fight as One
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Valorous Stance
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Fated Retribution
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Jeskai Charm
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Brainstorm
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-8%synergy
Lightning Bolt
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Essence Scatter
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Leadership Vacuum
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Slip Out the Back
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Thirst for Knowledge
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Hindering Light
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Wear // Tear
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
3%synergy
Contact Other Plane
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Snap
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Inventory Management
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Resistance Reunited
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Take Up the Shield
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
No More Lies
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Crush Contraband
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Into the Story
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Abrade
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Quench
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Sorceries
Reckless Handling
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Tune Up
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Explosive Getaway
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
From Father to Son
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Beyond the Quiet
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Split Up
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Open the Armory
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
One with the Machine
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Tezzeret's Gambit
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
16%synergy
Requisition Raid
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Saheeli's Artistry
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Delete
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Chart a Course
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
No Witnesses
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Mythos of Vadrok
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Inspiring Refrain
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
3%synergy
Slip Through Space
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Contentious Plan
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Damning Verdict
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Faithless Looting
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-1%synergy
Kirtar's Wrath
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Cone of Cold
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Deep Analysis
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Inspired Idea
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Reconstruct History
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Unexplained Vision
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Reconstruction
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Oketra's Last Mercy
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Thoughtcast
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Reckless Crew
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Vivisurgeon's Insight
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Day of Judgment
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Campus Renovation
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Organic Extinction
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Sunfall
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Plate Armor
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Thran Power Suit
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
36%synergy
Sculpting Steel
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
35%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
13%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
35%synergy
Hero's Blade
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Alacrian Armory
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Leyline Axe
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
30%synergy
Quick-Draw Katana
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Clamorous Ironclad
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
31%synergy
Dragoon's Lance
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Warrior's Sword
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Red Mage's Rapier
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Adventurer's Airship
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Auxiliary Boosters
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Passenger Ferry
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
13%synergy
Prodigy's Prototype
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Brass Knuckles
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Fireshrieker
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Goggles of Night
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Lux Artillery
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Sunforger
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Shorikai, Genesis Engine
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Tenza, Godo's Maul
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Fountainport Bell
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
The Key to the Vault
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Bespoke Battlewagon
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Giant's Amulet
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Zephyr Boots
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Stuffed Bear
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Neglected Heirloom
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Ancestral Katana
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Adventuring Gear
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Trickster's Talisman
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Sword of the Meek
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Luxior, Giada's Gift
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Tarrian's Soulcleaver
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Moonsilver Key
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Mobilizer Mech
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Ring of Valkas
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Kor Halberd
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Enchantments
Thopter Spy Network
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
33%synergy
Fighter Class
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
34%synergy
Fire-Rim Form
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Twinblade Blessing
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Hardlight Containment
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Blood Mist
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Rising of the Day
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Forge Anew
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Artificer Class
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Tempered Steel
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Felidar Retreat
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Legion Loyalty
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Metamorphic Alteration
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Goblin War Drums
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Wizard Class
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Citadel Siege
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Eel Umbra
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Jeskai Runemark
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Monk Class
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Gleam of Authority
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Storm the Vault
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Sigarda's Summons
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Prison Realm
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Resourceful Defense
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Commander's Insignia
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Giant Spectacle
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Battle Mastery
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Witness Protection
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Bludgeon Brawl
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Kasmina's Transmutation
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Uncivil Unrest
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Security Bypass
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Pia's Revolution
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Kumena's Awakening
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Combat Research
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Planeswalkers
Tezzeret, Betrayer of Flesh
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Saheeli, Filigree Master
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Nahiri, the Lithomancer
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Nahiri, the Harbinger
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Nahiri, the Unforgiving
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Utility Lands
Buried Ruin
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
14%synergy
Needle Spires
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Ancient Den
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
1%synergy
Hall of Storm Giants
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Faerie Conclave
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Seat of the Synod
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
1%synergy
Wandering Fumarole
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Celestial Colonnade
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Ghitu Encampment
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Desolate Lighthouse
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Great Hall of the Citadel
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Reliquary Tower
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-21%synergy
Temple of the False God
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Den of the Bugbear
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Great Furnace
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
1%synergy
Field of Ruin
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
-15%synergy
Izzet Signet
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
29%synergy
Arcane Signet
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
-39%synergy
Commander's Sphere
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
-6%synergy
Hedron Archive
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
37%synergy
Boros Signet
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Thran Dynamo
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
35%synergy
Midnight Clock
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
33%synergy
Mind Stone
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Azorius Signet
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Marble Diamond
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Fellwar Stone
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-7%synergy
Worn Powerstone
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Cultivator's Caravan
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Solar Transformer
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
7%synergy
Talisman of Progress
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-33%synergy
Sky Diamond
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Colossal Plow
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
3%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-32%synergy
Azorius Keyrune
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Decanter of Endless Water
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Fire Diamond
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Boros Keyrune
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Thought Vessel
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-12%synergy
Gilded Lotus
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Stonespeaker Crystal
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Raugrin Crystal
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Fractured Powerstone
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Liquimetal Torque
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Glittering Stockpile
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Lands
Mountain
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Island
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
-8%synergy
Plains
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
-7%synergy
Command Tower
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
-30%synergy
Mystic Monastery
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
-9%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Perilous Landscape
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
24%synergy
Silverbluff Bridge
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Swiftwater Cliffs
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
32%synergy
Temple of Triumph
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
13%synergy
Temple of Epiphany
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
26%synergy
Evolving Wilds
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
30%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
-12%synergy
Glacial Fortress
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-28%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Exotic Orchard
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-36%synergy
Skybridge Towers
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Prairie Stream
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-15%synergy
Tranquil Cove
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
18%synergy
Sulfur Falls
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-26%synergy
Battlefield Forge
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-16%synergy
Razortide Bridge
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
13%synergy
Stone Quarry
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Boros Garrison
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
15%synergy
Azorius Guildgate
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Lonely Arroyo
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Eroded Canyon
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Abraded Bluffs
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Idyllic Beachfront
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Shivan Reef
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-27%synergy
Azorius Chancery
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
0%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
0%synergy
Myriad Landscape
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
1%synergy
Meandering River
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Vivid Creek
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Port Town
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-7%synergy
Ash Barrens
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Molten Tributary
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Shire Terrace
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-5%synergy
Boros Guildgate
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-9%synergy
Unknown Shores
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Opal Palace
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Izzet Guildgate
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Thriving Heath
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Meteor Crater
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Hall of Tagsin
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy