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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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Abandoned Air Temple
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Wan Shi Tong, Librarian
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
The Unagi of Kyoshi Island
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Bender's Waterskin
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Esper Sentinel
68%inclusion15 decks22 decks
48%synergy
The Ozolith
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
47%synergy
Steel Overseer
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
45%synergy
Arcee, Sharpshooter
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
40%synergy
Abzan Falconer
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
39%synergy
Etherium Sculptor
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
37%synergy
Urza's Saga
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
37%synergy
Ratchet, Field Medic
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
35%synergy
Prowl, Stoic Strategist
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
35%synergy
Jetfire, Ingenious Scientist
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
35%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
82%inclusion18 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Path to Exile
59%inclusion13 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Patrolling Peacemaker
47%inclusion7 decks15 decks
30%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
29%synergy
Jhoira, Weatherlight Captain
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
33%synergy
Counterspell
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Enthusiastic Mechanaut
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
29%synergy
Mana Drain
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
30%synergy
Inspirit, Flagship Vessel
40%inclusion6 decks15 decks
31%synergy
Uthros Research Craft
40%inclusion6 decks15 decks
26%synergy
Game Changers
Teferi's Protection
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Smothering Tithe
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
17%synergy
The One Ring
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
0%synergy
Rhystic Study
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-1%synergy
Ancient Tomb
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Jeska's Will
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Creatures
Foundry Inspector
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
29%synergy
Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
31%synergy
Surge Conductor
33%inclusion5 decks15 decks
19%synergy
Padeem, Consul of Innovation
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
28%synergy
Danny Pink
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
30%synergy
Arcbound Shikari
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
30%synergy
Losheel, Clockwork Scholar
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
29%synergy
Kilo, Apogee Mind
31%inclusion5 decks16 decks
20%synergy
Dusk Legion Duelist
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
27%synergy
Walking Ballista
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
24%synergy
Mendicant Core, Guidelight
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
25%synergy
Slicer, Hired Muscle
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
26%synergy
Abzan Battle Priest
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Filigree Vector
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Mikaeus, the Lunarch
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Ainok Bond-Kin
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Thrummingbird
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Sami, Wildcat Captain
20%inclusion3 decks15 decks
17%synergy
Iron Spider, Stark Upgrade
20%inclusion3 decks15 decks
18%synergy
Kotori, Pilot Prodigy
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Darksteel Colossus
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Akki Battle Squad
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Urza, Prince of Kroog
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Thought Monitor
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Cayth, Famed Mechanist
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Emry, Lurker of the Loch
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Witch Enchanter
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Cyberdrive Awakener
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Arcbound Javelineer
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Lion Sash
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Goldbug, Humanity's Ally
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Herald of Secret Streams
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Alibou, Ancient Witness
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Envoy of the Ancestors
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Liberator, Urza's Battlethopter
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Voyager Quickwelder
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Bronze Guardian
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Pollywog Prodigy
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Hangarback Walker
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Urza, Lord High Artificer
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
9%synergy
The Reality Chip
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Sun Titan
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Mindless Automaton
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Scrapyard Recombiner
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Arcbound Ravager
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Generous Pup
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Instants
Boros Charm
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Dispatch
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Deflecting Swat
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Experimental Augury
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Ripples of Potential
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Generous Gift
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Akroma's Will
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Swan Song
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Sink into Stupor
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Dovin's Veto
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
0%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Valakut Awakening
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Dawn's Truce
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Arcane Denial
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Desynchronization
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Final Showdown
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Chaos Warp
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-8%synergy
Negate
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Perch Protection
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Flare of Denial
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Invert Polarity
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Pongify
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Unbreakable Formation
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Mandate of Peace
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Stubborn Denial
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Unexplained Absence
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Wear // Tear
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Disenchant
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Narset's Reversal
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Reroute Systems
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
6%synergy
Divert Disaster
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
6%synergy
Scour for Scrap
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
3%synergy
New Way Forward
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
2%synergy
Sorceries
Fabricate
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
24%synergy
Blasphemous Act
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Damning Verdict
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
30%synergy
Supreme Verdict
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Wave Goodbye
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
26%synergy
Tezzeret's Gambit
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Farewell
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Wake the Past
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Vandalblast
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Ondu Inversion
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Thoughtcast
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Requisition Raid
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Organic Extinction
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Fated Clash
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
10%synergy
Stock Up
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Voyage Home
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Seize the Day
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Faithless Looting
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-4%synergy
Emeria's Call
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Contentious Plan
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Winds of Abandon
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Shatterskull Smashing
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Swiftfoot Boots
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Shorikai, Genesis Engine
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
24%synergy
Lux Artillery
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Lightning Greaves
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Unwinding Clock
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Cloud Key
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Salvation Engine
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Mystic Forge
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Prodigy's Prototype
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Shadowspear
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Reaver Titan
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Parhelion II
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Agatha's Soul Cauldron
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Insight Engine
13%inclusion2 decks15 decks
-1%synergy
Buster Sword
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
9%synergy
Skysovereign, Consul Flagship
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Doubling Cube
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Winged Boots
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Andúril, Narsil Reforged
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Imposter Mech
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Peacewalker Colossus
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Robe of Stars
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Embercleave
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Sculpting Steel
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Aerial Surveyor
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Darksteel Forge
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Sword of the Animist
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Bident of Thassa
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
0%synergy
Mechtitan Core
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Imperial Recovery Unit
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Brotherhood Vertibird
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Ashnod's Altar
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Skullclamp
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Thopter Fabricator
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Simulacrum Synthesizer
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Biorganic Carapace
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Extinguisher Battleship
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
4%synergy
Dawnsire, Sunstar Dreadnought
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
2%synergy
Long-Range Sensor
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
-3%synergy
Moxite Refinery
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
-2%synergy
The Wind Crystal
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
6%synergy
Genji Glove
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
4%synergy
The Regalia
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
5%synergy
The Seriema
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
1%synergy
Enchantments
Thopter Spy Network
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
28%synergy
Mystic Remora
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Together Forever
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
27%synergy
Resourceful Defense
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
17%synergy
All Will Be One
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Whirlwind of Thought
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-7%synergy
Frostcliff Siege
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
3%synergy
Felidar Retreat
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Virtue of Loyalty
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Inexorable Tide
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Smile at Death
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
9%synergy
Aggravated Assault
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Unstoppable Plan
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Rule of Law
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Luminarch Ascension
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Cathars' Crusade
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
True Conviction
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Planeswalkers
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
19%inclusion3 decks16 decks
13%synergy
Tezzeret, Betrayer of Flesh
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Daretti, Scrap Savant
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Ancient Den
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Academy Ruins
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
24%synergy
Great Furnace
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Seat of the Synod
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Karn's Bastion
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Uthros, Titanic Godcore
27%inclusion4 decks15 decks
18%synergy
Inventors' Fair
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Buried Ruin
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
20%inclusion3 decks15 decks
14%synergy
Arena of Glory
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Rogue's Passage
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-6%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
10%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Fomori Vault
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Mech Hangar
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Kavaron, Memorial World
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
5%synergy
Multiversal Passage
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
5%synergy
Mistrise Village
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
-3%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
91%inclusion20 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Arcane Signet
82%inclusion18 decks22 decks
-7%synergy
Talisman of Progress
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
-4%synergy
Mox Opal
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
26%synergy
Fellwar Stone
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-9%synergy
Thought Vessel
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-1%synergy
Boros Signet
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-12%synergy
Azorius Signet
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-15%synergy
The Aetherspark
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Izzet Signet
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-19%synergy
The Eternity Elevator
13%inclusion2 decks15 decks
8%synergy
Solar Array
13%inclusion2 decks15 decks
2%synergy
Commander's Sphere
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-4%synergy
Cultivator's Caravan
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Midnight Clock
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Mind Stone
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-4%synergy
Astral Cornucopia
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Cursed Mirror
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Thran Dynamo
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Sonic Screwdriver
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Lands
Mountain
100%inclusion22 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Island
100%inclusion22 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion22 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Command Tower
91%inclusion20 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Raugrin Triome
82%inclusion18 decks22 decks
45%synergy
Volcanic Island
82%inclusion18 decks22 decks
70%synergy
Scalding Tarn
82%inclusion18 decks22 decks
54%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
77%inclusion17 decks22 decks
36%synergy
Tundra
77%inclusion17 decks22 decks
66%synergy
Steam Vents
77%inclusion17 decks22 decks
37%synergy
Plateau
73%inclusion16 decks22 decks
61%synergy
Sacred Foundry
73%inclusion16 decks22 decks
32%synergy
Arid Mesa
73%inclusion16 decks22 decks
45%synergy
Flooded Strand
73%inclusion16 decks22 decks
43%synergy
Sea of Clouds
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
19%synergy
Training Center
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Spectator Seating
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Mystic Monastery
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
-22%synergy
Meticulous Archive
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
23%synergy
Exotic Orchard
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
-30%synergy
Sulfur Falls
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
-24%synergy
Mana Confluence
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
19%synergy
Prismatic Vista
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
24%synergy
Thundering Falls
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Glacial Fortress
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
-26%synergy
Prairie Stream
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
-13%synergy
Elegant Parlor
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
19%synergy
Marsh Flats
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
0%synergy
City of Brass
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Sink into Stupor
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-27%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Fiery Islet
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Spire of Industry
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Sundown Pass
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-1%synergy
Razortide Bridge
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Witch Enchanter
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Misty Rainforest
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Ondu Inversion
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Windswept Heath
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Polluted Delta
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Valakut Awakening
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Battlefield Forge
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-28%synergy
Deserted Beach
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-9%synergy
Cascade Bluffs
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-9%synergy
Silverbluff Bridge
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Shivan Reef
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-27%synergy
Azorius Chancery
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
1%synergy