Rafiq of the Many (Commander) - Expensive Upgraded

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Jonathan Zucchetti
Nov 20, 2025
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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Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Rain-Slicked Copse
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
50%synergy
The Walls of Ba Sing Se
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
8%synergy
Team Avatar
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Meteor Sword
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Finest Hour
87%inclusion27 decks31 decks
83%synergy
Cathedral of War
74%inclusion23 decks31 decks
73%synergy
Sublime Archangel
71%inclusion22 decks31 decks
69%synergy
Qasali Pridemage
71%inclusion22 decks31 decks
69%synergy
Noble Hierarch
94%inclusion29 decks31 decks
68%synergy
Sovereigns of Lost Alara
68%inclusion21 decks31 decks
66%synergy
Steel of the Godhead
65%inclusion20 decks31 decks
61%synergy
Shield of the Oversoul
61%inclusion19 decks31 decks
58%synergy
Rancor
61%inclusion19 decks31 decks
57%synergy
Silent Arbiter
52%inclusion16 decks31 decks
50%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
74%inclusion23 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Heroic Intervention
58%inclusion18 decks31 decks
27%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
58%inclusion18 decks31 decks
30%synergy
Birds of Paradise
55%inclusion17 decks31 decks
21%synergy
Kutzil, Malamet Exemplar
52%inclusion16 decks31 decks
37%synergy
Giltspire Avenger
48%inclusion15 decks31 decks
47%synergy
Aqueous Form
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
41%synergy
Eldrazi Conscription
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
44%synergy
Battlegrace Angel
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
44%synergy
Bear Umbra
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
41%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
24%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
20%synergy
Teferi's Protection
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
20%synergy
Rhystic Study
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
15%synergy
Worldly Tutor
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Smothering Tithe
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
0%synergy
Ancient Tomb
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
10%synergy
Aura Shards
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Gaea's Cradle
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Creatures
Danitha, New Benalia's Light
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
43%synergy
Stoic Angel
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
44%synergy
Mother of Runes
42%inclusion13 decks31 decks
39%synergy
Sythis, Harvest's Hand
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
30%synergy
Esper Sentinel
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
20%synergy
Rashel, Fist of Torm
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
35%synergy
Avacyn's Pilgrim
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
18%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
31%synergy
Galea, Kindler of Hope
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
32%synergy
Sanctum Weaver
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
27%synergy
Delighted Halfling
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
20%synergy
Cold-Eyed Selkie
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
30%synergy
Pippin, Guard of the Citadel
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
27%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
26%synergy
Sun Titan
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
24%synergy
Ethercaste Knight
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
28%synergy
Aven Squire
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
25%synergy
Knight of Glory
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
25%synergy
Grand Abolisher
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
19%synergy
Bloom Tender
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Setessan Champion
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
18%synergy
Giver of Runes
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
22%synergy
Calix, Guided by Fate
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
21%synergy
Akrasan Squire
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
22%synergy
Eternal Witness
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
20%synergy
Sigarda, Host of Herons
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
22%synergy
Sigiled Paladin
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
19%synergy
Bruna, Light of Alabaster
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
18%synergy
Argothian Enchantress
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
14%synergy
Satyr Enchanter
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
13%synergy
Blighted Agent
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
15%synergy
Pearl-Ear, Imperial Advisor
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
12%synergy
Llanowar Elves
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
-1%synergy
Faeburrow Elder
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
0%synergy
Serra Ascendant
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Eidolon of Blossoms
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Bastion Protector
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Shalai, Voice of Plenty
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Verduran Enchantress
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
10%synergy
Frontline Sage
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Voice of Victory
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Quilled Greatwurm
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
8%synergy
Witch Enchanter
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
4%synergy
Spectacular Spider-Man
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
8%synergy
Dawnray Archer
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Sigarda, Font of Blessings
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Kor Spiritdancer
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Instants
Path to Exile
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
-3%synergy
Eladamri's Call
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
22%synergy
Dovin's Veto
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
13%synergy
Beast Within
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
1%synergy
Counterspell
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
-9%synergy
Swan Song
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Mana Drain
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
13%synergy
Slip Out the Back
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
21%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
-10%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Generous Gift
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
-10%synergy
Dawn's Truce
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
3%synergy
Sink into Stupor
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
4%synergy
Legolas's Quick Reflexes
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Bant Charm
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Arcane Denial
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
-7%synergy
Akroma's Will
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Tamiyo's Safekeeping
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Collective Resistance
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
5%synergy
Pongify
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Crop Rotation
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
1%synergy
Return of the Wildspeaker
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Brainstorm
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-2%synergy
Clever Concealment
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Nature's Claim
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
1%synergy
Fog
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Hunter's Insight
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Force of Vigor
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Echoing Truth
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Force of Will
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
0%synergy
Permission Denied
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Noxious Revival
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Mystical Tutor
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
1%synergy
Sorceries
Three Visits
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
13%synergy
Nature's Lore
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Farseek
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
-9%synergy
Open the Armory
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
29%synergy
Green Sun's Zenith
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
19%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
18%synergy
Winds of Rath
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
19%synergy
Cultivate
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
-16%synergy
Supreme Verdict
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Farewell
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
-1%synergy
Kodama's Reach
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
-7%synergy
Wargate
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Rampant Growth
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
-13%synergy
Ponder
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Single Combat
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Preordain
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Winds of Abandon
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Retether
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Chart a Course
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Eldritch Evolution
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Wrath of God
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Skyshroud Claim
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Replenish
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Cut a Deal
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
0%synergy
Finale of Devastation
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-1%synergy
Slash the Ranks
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Armageddon
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Lightning Greaves
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
19%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
35%inclusion11 decks31 decks
34%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
25%synergy
Shadowspear
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
24%synergy
Buster Sword
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Robe of Stars
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
17%synergy
Sigil of Valor
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
19%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Power Fist
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
12%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
13%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Celestial Armor
10%inclusion3 decks29 decks
10%synergy
Mithril Coat
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Batterskull
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
10%synergy
Fishing Gear
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
The Key to the Vault
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
4%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Haystack
6.7%inclusion2 decks30 decks
6%synergy
Behemoth Sledge
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Nettlecyst
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Rammas Echor, Ancient Shield
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Haunted Cloak
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Sword of the Animist
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Sword of Body and Mind
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Colossus Hammer
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Grafted Exoskeleton
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Enchantments
Spirit Mantle
42%inclusion13 decks31 decks
40%synergy
Ethereal Armor
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
35%synergy
Dueling Grounds
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
38%synergy
Armadillo Cloak
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
30%synergy
All That Glitters
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
27%synergy
Angelic Benediction
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
28%synergy
Idolized
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
28%synergy
Alpha Authority
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
28%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
26%synergy
Super State
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
27%synergy
Strength of the Harvest
27%inclusion8 decks30 decks
23%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
24%synergy
Propaganda
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
14%synergy
Mystic Remora
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
14%synergy
Staggering Insight
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
21%synergy
Sylvan Library
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Ancestral Mask
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
19%synergy
Combat Research
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
21%synergy
Unflinching Courage
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
18%synergy
Snake Umbra
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
18%synergy
Ghostly Prison
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Daybreak Coronet
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
15%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Angelic Exaltation
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
15%synergy
Canopy Cover
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Ardent Plea
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
15%synergy
Enchantress's Presence
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Strong Back
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
12%synergy
Utopia Sprawl
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Colossification
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Curiosity
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Sterling Grove
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Gift of Immortality
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Song of the Dryads
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
11%synergy
Sphere of Safety
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Favor of the Overbeing
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
12%synergy
Wild Growth
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Fertile Ground
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
7%synergy
Aang's Iceberg
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
9%synergy
Restricted Office // Lecture Hall
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
9%synergy
Lion Umbra
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
9%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Songbirds' Blessing
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Felidar Umbra
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Hyena Umbra
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Mirari's Wake
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Angelic Destiny
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Keen Sense
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Timely Ward
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Sage's Reverie
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Battles
Invasion of Theros
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Planeswalkers
Tamiyo, Collector of Tales
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Elspeth, Knight-Errant
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
52%inclusion16 decks31 decks
38%synergy
Boseiju, Who Endures
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
20%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
27%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
13%synergy
Reliquary Tower
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
-18%synergy
Command Beacon
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
18%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
1%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Academy Ruins
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Serra's Sanctum
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Maze of Ith
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Yavimaya Hollow
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Rivendell
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Homeward Path
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Dryad Arbor
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
77%inclusion24 decks31 decks
-4%synergy
Arcane Signet
74%inclusion23 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Simic Signet
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Fellwar Stone
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
-1%synergy
Selesnya Signet
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
2%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Mox Opal
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
8%synergy
Azorius Signet
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
-1%synergy
Talisman of Unity
10%inclusion3 decks31 decks
-1%synergy
Herd Heirloom
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Talisman of Progress
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-4%synergy
Talisman of Curiosity
6.5%inclusion2 decks31 decks
-5%synergy
Lands
Forest
100%inclusion31 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Plains
97%inclusion30 decks31 decks
4%synergy
Island
97%inclusion30 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Command Tower
94%inclusion29 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Tropical Island
94%inclusion29 decks31 decks
81%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
94%inclusion29 decks31 decks
51%synergy
Tundra
90%inclusion28 decks31 decks
78%synergy
Savannah
90%inclusion28 decks31 decks
78%synergy
Temple Garden
90%inclusion28 decks31 decks
47%synergy
Breeding Pool
84%inclusion26 decks31 decks
39%synergy
Spara's Headquarters
81%inclusion25 decks31 decks
40%synergy
Flooded Strand
81%inclusion25 decks31 decks
49%synergy
Misty Rainforest
77%inclusion24 decks31 decks
47%synergy
Windswept Heath
77%inclusion24 decks31 decks
45%synergy
Bountiful Promenade
61%inclusion19 decks31 decks
30%synergy
Sea of Clouds
58%inclusion18 decks31 decks
28%synergy
Rejuvenating Springs
58%inclusion18 decks31 decks
23%synergy
Sunpetal Grove
55%inclusion17 decks31 decks
13%synergy
Glacial Fortress
52%inclusion16 decks31 decks
6%synergy
Exotic Orchard
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
-12%synergy
Hinterland Harbor
45%inclusion14 decks31 decks
-2%synergy
Seaside Citadel
39%inclusion12 decks31 decks
-14%synergy
Urban Retreat
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
26%synergy
Mana Confluence
32%inclusion10 decks31 decks
24%synergy
Reflecting Pool
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
23%synergy
City of Brass
29%inclusion9 decks31 decks
21%synergy
Strength of the Harvest
27%inclusion8 decks30 decks
23%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
19%synergy
Dreamroot Cascade
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
-1%synergy
Overgrown Farmland
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
3%synergy
Deserted Beach
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
5%synergy
Arid Mesa
26%inclusion8 decks31 decks
20%synergy
Wooded Foothills
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
15%synergy
Marsh Flats
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
17%synergy
Scalding Tarn
23%inclusion7 decks31 decks
16%synergy
Hushwood Verge
20%inclusion6 decks30 decks
10%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
-4%synergy
Canopy Vista
19%inclusion6 decks31 decks
-27%synergy
Brushland
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
-11%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
14%synergy
Path of Ancestry
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
-9%synergy
Yavimaya Coast
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
-14%synergy
Flooded Grove
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
-5%synergy
Polluted Delta
16%inclusion5 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Willowrush Verge
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
6%synergy
Tranquil Landscape
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
-3%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
13%inclusion4 decks30 decks
5%synergy
Prismatic Vista
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
9%synergy
Prairie Stream
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
-33%synergy
Barkchannel Pathway
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
7%synergy