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Jonathan Zucchetti
Nov 20, 2025
Jonathan Zucchetti
The Best Commander From Every Year of the 2000s
With 2025 drawing to a close, let's take a look back at this quarter century and pick out the best commanders from each year.
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Finest Hour
88%inclusion21 decks24 decks
83%synergy
Noble Hierarch
92%inclusion22 decks24 decks
66%synergy
Shield of the Oversoul
67%inclusion16 decks24 decks
63%synergy
Open the Armory
63%inclusion15 decks24 decks
60%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
58%inclusion14 decks24 decks
56%synergy
Shadowspear
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
48%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
75%inclusion18 decks24 decks
47%synergy
Steel of the Godhead
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
47%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
44%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
44%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
79%inclusion19 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Heroic Intervention
63%inclusion15 decks24 decks
32%synergy
Birds of Paradise
63%inclusion15 decks24 decks
29%synergy
Qasali Pridemage
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
44%synergy
Wild Growth
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
35%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
43%synergy
Sovereigns of Lost Alara
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
44%synergy
Rancor
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
41%synergy
Avacyn's Pilgrim
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Silent Arbiter
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
40%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
88%inclusion21 decks24 decks
73%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
75%inclusion18 decks24 decks
61%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
67%inclusion16 decks24 decks
47%synergy
Teferi's Protection
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
39%synergy
Rhystic Study
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
33%synergy
Smothering Tithe
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
25%synergy
Worldly Tutor
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
31%synergy
Mystical Tutor
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
32%synergy
The One Ring
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Ancient Tomb
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Creatures
Kutzil, Malamet Exemplar
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Esper Sentinel
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
26%synergy
Sublime Archangel
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
40%synergy
Sythis, Harvest's Hand
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
32%synergy
Mother of Runes
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
35%synergy
Stoic Angel
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
36%synergy
Grand Abolisher
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
31%synergy
Delighted Halfling
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
26%synergy
Bloom Tender
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
22%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
30%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
27%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Sanctum Weaver
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Rashel, Fist of Torm
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Giver of Runes
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Danitha, New Benalia's Light
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
22%synergy
Witch Enchanter
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Knight of Glory
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Argothian Enchantress
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Pippin, Guard of the Citadel
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Kor Spiritdancer
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Galea, Kindler of Hope
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Setessan Champion
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
17%synergy
Giltspire Avenger
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Blighted Agent
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Cold-Eyed Selkie
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Aven Squire
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Battlegrace Angel
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Mesa Enchantress
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Frontline Sage
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Sun Titan
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Sigiled Paladin
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Sigarda, Host of Herons
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
15%inclusion3 decks20 decks
15%synergy
Light-Paws, Emperor's Voice
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Calix, Guided by Fate
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Serra Ascendant
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Eternal Witness
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-2%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Siona, Captain of the Pyleas
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Ethercaste Knight
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Dryad of the Ilysian Grove
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Bruna, Light of Alabaster
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Sighted-Caste Sorcerer
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Yenna, Redtooth Regent
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Gregor, Shrewd Magistrate
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Brightglass Gearhulk
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Instants
An Offer You Can't Refuse
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Path to Exile
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
-10%synergy
Swan Song
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
17%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
22%synergy
Counterspell
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
-8%synergy
Eladamri's Call
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Dovin's Veto
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Sink into Stupor
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Negate
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Mana Drain
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Crop Rotation
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Dawn's Truce
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Tyvar's Stand
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Clever Concealment
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Legolas's Quick Reflexes
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Beast Within
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-16%synergy
Slip Out the Back
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Force of Will
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Generous Gift
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-14%synergy
Mental Misstep
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Bant Charm
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Get Lost
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Berserk
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Force of Negation
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Louisoix's Sacrifice
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Farseek
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
-6%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
36%synergy
Three Visits
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Nature's Lore
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Winds of Rath
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
25%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Single Combat
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Wargate
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Ponder
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Supreme Verdict
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-1%synergy
Green Sun's Zenith
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Wrath of God
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Fabricate
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Winds of Abandon
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Replenish
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Rampant Growth
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-18%synergy
Cultivate
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-30%synergy
Bridgeworks Battle
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Slash the Ranks
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Time Warp
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-1%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Sword of Fire and Ice
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
41%synergy
Mithril Coat
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
39%synergy
Winged Boots
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
31%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
32%synergy
Lightning Greaves
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Buster Sword
25%inclusion5 decks20 decks
24%synergy
Colossus Hammer
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Sword of the Animist
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Robe of Stars
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Power Fist
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Commander's Plate
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
14%synergy
Sword of Once and Future
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Darksteel Plate
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Mask of Memory
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Sword of Body and Mind
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Genji Glove
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
11%synergy
Nettlecyst
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Thran Power Suit
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Rammas Echor, Ancient Shield
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Lavaspur Boots
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
The Key to the Vault
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Holy Avenger
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Sigil of Valor
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Champion's Helm
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Belt of Giant Strength
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Grafted Exoskeleton
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
The Dominion Bracelet
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Eldrazi Conscription
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
40%synergy
Strong Back
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
36%synergy
Bear Umbra
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
33%synergy
Utopia Sprawl
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
25%synergy
Strength of the Harvest
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
25%synergy
Favor of the Overbeing
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Mystic Remora
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Angelic Destiny
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Dueling Grounds
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Super State
27%inclusion4 decks15 decks
26%synergy
Armadillo Cloak
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Sterling Grove
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Aqueous Form
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
21%synergy
Ardent Plea
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Song of the Dryads
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Sylvan Library
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
19%synergy
All That Glitters
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Ancestral Mask
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
22%synergy
Ethereal Armor
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
21%synergy
Spirit Mantle
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Fertile Ground
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Combat Research
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Colossification
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Staggering Insight
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Exploration
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Forge Anew
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Canopy Cover
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Shielded by Faith
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Unflinching Courage
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Daybreak Coronet
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Angelic Exaltation
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Almost Perfect
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Burgeoning
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Kenrith's Transformation
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Propaganda
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Curiosity
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Songbirds' Blessing
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Gift of Immortality
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Eel Umbra
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Audacity
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Alpha Authority
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Deafening Silence
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Angelic Benediction
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Giant Inheritance
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Snake Umbra
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Enchantress's Presence
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Aura Shards
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Privileged Position
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Auramancer's Guise
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Planeswalkers
Elspeth, Knight-Errant
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
36%synergy
Boseiju, Who Endures
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
27%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
36%synergy
Cathedral of War
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
36%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Reliquary Tower
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
-19%synergy
Urza's Saga
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Command Beacon
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Academy Ruins
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Hall of the Bandit Lord
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Alchemist's Refuge
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Okina, Temple to the Grandfathers
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Strip Mine
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
3%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
96%inclusion23 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Arcane Signet
83%inclusion20 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Fellwar Stone
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Talisman of Curiosity
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Talisman of Unity
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Selesnya Signet
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Talisman of Progress
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-3%synergy
Lotus Petal
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Mana Vault
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Mox Amber
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Mox Opal
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Azorius Signet
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-3%synergy
Lands
Island
100%inclusion24 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Forest
100%inclusion24 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion24 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Command Tower
96%inclusion23 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Temple Garden
96%inclusion23 decks24 decks
53%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
92%inclusion22 decks24 decks
49%synergy
Windswept Heath
83%inclusion20 decks24 decks
51%synergy
Flooded Strand
83%inclusion20 decks24 decks
52%synergy
Breeding Pool
79%inclusion19 decks24 decks
35%synergy
Misty Rainforest
71%inclusion17 decks24 decks
41%synergy
Spara's Headquarters
67%inclusion16 decks24 decks
26%synergy
Sea of Clouds
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Bountiful Promenade
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Rejuvenating Springs
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Sunpetal Grove
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
0%synergy
Savannah
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
29%synergy
Hinterland Harbor
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
-9%synergy
Tundra
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
21%synergy
Glacial Fortress
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
-12%synergy
Exotic Orchard
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
-23%synergy
Tropical Island
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
21%synergy
Fabled Passage
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Strength of the Harvest
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
25%synergy
Overgrown Farmland
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Mana Confluence
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
21%synergy
City of Brass
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
21%synergy
Wooded Bastion
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
21%synergy
Reflecting Pool
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Marsh Flats
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Deserted Beach
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Witch Enchanter
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Seaside Citadel
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
-32%synergy
Yavimaya Coast
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
-10%synergy
Sink into Stupor
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Lush Portico
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Dreamroot Cascade
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
-6%synergy
Mystic Gate
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Prismatic Vista
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Wooded Foothills
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Arid Mesa
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Hedge Maze
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Scalding Tarn
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Meticulous Archive
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Hushwood Verge
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Tranquil Landscape
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
0%synergy
Flooded Grove
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
-4%synergy
Polluted Delta
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Prairie Stream
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-34%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
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