Rograkh, Son of Rohgahh // Yoshimaru, Ever Faithful (Commander) - Optimized

Alternate Names:

Joshua Rosfield // Torgal, Clive's CompanionJoshua Rosfield // Torgal, Clive's Companion

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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.
Deck Filters
Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Jet, Rebel Leader
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Smellerbee, Rebel Fighter
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Norin the Wary
84%inclusion46 decks55 decks
82%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
89%inclusion49 decks55 decks
81%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
93%inclusion51 decks55 decks
79%synergy
Shinka, the Bloodsoaked Keep
82%inclusion45 decks55 decks
79%synergy
Eiganjo Castle
78%inclusion43 decks55 decks
76%synergy
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
85%inclusion47 decks55 decks
75%synergy
The Ozolith
78%inclusion43 decks55 decks
75%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
80%inclusion44 decks55 decks
74%synergy
Mines of Moria
78%inclusion43 decks55 decks
74%synergy
Merry, Esquire of Rohan
76%inclusion42 decks55 decks
71%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
87%inclusion48 decks55 decks
21%synergy
Shadowspear
78%inclusion43 decks55 decks
68%synergy
Embercleave
71%inclusion39 decks55 decks
63%synergy
Path to Exile
71%inclusion39 decks55 decks
14%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
69%inclusion38 decks55 decks
63%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
67%inclusion37 decks55 decks
54%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
67%inclusion37 decks55 decks
60%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
65%inclusion36 decks55 decks
47%synergy
Esper Sentinel
62%inclusion34 decks55 decks
36%synergy
Keleth, Sunmane Familiar
62%inclusion34 decks55 decks
59%synergy
Game Changers
Jeska's Will
71%inclusion39 decks55 decks
55%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
55%inclusion30 decks55 decks
39%synergy
Teferi's Protection
51%inclusion28 decks55 decks
34%synergy
Smothering Tithe
38%inclusion21 decks55 decks
18%synergy
The One Ring
38%inclusion21 decks55 decks
32%synergy
Ancient Tomb
31%inclusion17 decks55 decks
23%synergy
Chrome Mox
24%inclusion13 decks55 decks
20%synergy
Gamble
22%inclusion12 decks55 decks
15%synergy
Mana Vault
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Mox Diamond
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Creatures
Kari Zev, Skyship Raider
62%inclusion34 decks55 decks
60%synergy
Phelia, Exuberant Shepherd
53%inclusion29 decks55 decks
50%synergy
Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion
53%inclusion29 decks55 decks
48%synergy
Teshar, Ancestor's Apostle
49%inclusion27 decks55 decks
45%synergy
Odric, Lunarch Marshal
47%inclusion26 decks55 decks
41%synergy
Boromir, Warden of the Tower
47%inclusion26 decks55 decks
40%synergy
Urdnan, Dromoka Warrior
44%inclusion24 decks55 decks
43%synergy
Venat, Heart of Hydaelyn
42%inclusion16 decks38 decks
40%synergy
Kytheon, Hero of Akros
42%inclusion23 decks55 decks
41%synergy
Goro-Goro, Disciple of Ryusei
40%inclusion22 decks55 decks
38%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
40%inclusion16 decks40 decks
32%synergy
Hope of Ghirapur
38%inclusion21 decks55 decks
35%synergy
Kassandra, Eagle Bearer
38%inclusion21 decks55 decks
36%synergy
Lightning, Army of One
35%inclusion14 decks40 decks
29%synergy
Zack Fair
35%inclusion14 decks40 decks
31%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
35%inclusion19 decks55 decks
15%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
35%inclusion19 decks55 decks
21%synergy
Isamaru, Hound of Konda
35%inclusion19 decks55 decks
34%synergy
Arbaaz Mir
33%inclusion18 decks55 decks
29%synergy
Senu, Keen-Eyed Protector
33%inclusion18 decks55 decks
31%synergy
Eight-and-a-Half-Tails
27%inclusion15 decks55 decks
27%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
27%inclusion15 decks55 decks
20%synergy
Zurgo Bellstriker
25%inclusion14 decks55 decks
25%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
25%inclusion14 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Inti, Seneschal of the Sun
24%inclusion13 decks55 decks
21%synergy
Gimli of the Glittering Caves
24%inclusion13 decks55 decks
22%synergy
Gandalf the White
22%inclusion12 decks55 decks
20%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
22%inclusion12 decks55 decks
11%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
12%synergy
Iroas, God of Victory
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Freya Crescent
20%inclusion8 decks40 decks
15%synergy
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
12%synergy
Winota, Joiner of Forces
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
17%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Norin, Swift Survivalist
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
17%synergy
Thalia, Heretic Cathar
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
12%synergy
Éowyn, Fearless Knight
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
12%synergy
Bastion Protector
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Araña, Heart of the Spider
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Aurelia, the Law Above
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Kellan, Planar Trailblazer
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
14%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
-2%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Thalia, Guardian of Thraben
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Elena, Turk Recruit
13%inclusion5 decks40 decks
12%synergy
Anim Pakal, Thousandth Moon
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
-2%synergy
Instants
Deflecting Swat
62%inclusion34 decks55 decks
47%synergy
Boros Charm
53%inclusion29 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Chaos Warp
45%inclusion25 decks55 decks
14%synergy
Akroma's Will
33%inclusion18 decks55 decks
21%synergy
Generous Gift
29%inclusion16 decks55 decks
-6%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
24%inclusion13 decks55 decks
21%synergy
Reprieve
24%inclusion13 decks55 decks
15%synergy
Clever Concealment
22%inclusion12 decks55 decks
15%synergy
Wear // Tear
22%inclusion12 decks55 decks
0%synergy
Legion Leadership
22%inclusion12 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
22%inclusion12 decks55 decks
15%synergy
Lightning Bolt
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Pyroblast
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
12%synergy
Tibalt's Trickery
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
11%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Final Showdown
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Silence
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Flare of Duplication
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Valakut Awakening
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
-2%synergy
Dawn's Truce
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
-2%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
-8%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
1%synergy
Temur Battle Rage
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Bolt Bend
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Inventory Management
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
1%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Ephemerate
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-1%synergy
Mana Tithe
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Abrade
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-8%synergy
Sorceries
Urza's Ruinous Blast
55%inclusion30 decks55 decks
52%synergy
Vandalblast
35%inclusion19 decks55 decks
19%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
35%inclusion19 decks55 decks
22%synergy
Blasphemous Act
27%inclusion15 decks55 decks
-5%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
15%synergy
Farewell
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Open the Armory
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
2%synergy
Faithless Looting
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
0%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
14%synergy
Wheel of Misfortune
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Austere Command
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
-7%synergy
Infernal Plunge
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Search for Glory
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Sundering Eruption
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
2%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
1%synergy
Slash the Ranks
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
2%synergy
Nibelheim Aflame
5.1%inclusion2 decks39 decks
3%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Luxior, Giada's Gift
55%inclusion30 decks55 decks
54%synergy
The Spear of Leonidas
51%inclusion28 decks55 decks
46%synergy
Sword of the Animist
49%inclusion27 decks55 decks
30%synergy
Tarrian's Soulcleaver
47%inclusion26 decks55 decks
43%synergy
Mithril Coat
47%inclusion26 decks55 decks
36%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
45%inclusion25 decks55 decks
32%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
42%inclusion23 decks55 decks
32%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
42%inclusion23 decks55 decks
35%synergy
Lost Jitte
42%inclusion23 decks55 decks
40%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
31%inclusion17 decks55 decks
-13%synergy
Heroes' Podium
31%inclusion17 decks55 decks
30%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
29%inclusion16 decks55 decks
27%synergy
Eater of Virtue
29%inclusion16 decks55 decks
28%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
27%inclusion15 decks55 decks
20%synergy
Commander's Plate
27%inclusion15 decks55 decks
21%synergy
Andúril, Narsil Reforged
27%inclusion15 decks55 decks
25%synergy
Lightning Greaves
25%inclusion14 decks55 decks
-3%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
22%inclusion12 decks55 decks
12%synergy
Mirror of Galadriel
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
19%synergy
The Seriema
19%inclusion7 decks36 decks
18%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
18%inclusion7 decks40 decks
15%synergy
Skullclamp
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
1%synergy
Horn of the Mark
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
13%synergy
Bessie, the Doctor's Roadster
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
11%synergy
Godsend
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Eye of Vecna
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Sunforger
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
-7%synergy
Sting, the Glinting Dagger
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
-1%synergy
Conformer Shuriken
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
6%synergy
Sword of the Chosen
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
1%synergy
Stone of Erech
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Helm of the Host
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
-1%synergy
Ace's Baseball Bat
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Tome of Legends
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Mask of Memory
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
-1%synergy
Andúril, Flame of the West
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
5%synergy
The Dominion Bracelet
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
5%synergy
Oketra's Monument
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
1%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
1%synergy
Cloudstone Curio
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Avacyn's Memorial
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
3%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-1%synergy
Enchantments
Guild Artisan
55%inclusion30 decks55 decks
53%synergy
Flaming Fist
47%inclusion26 decks55 decks
45%synergy
Tavern Brawler
25%inclusion14 decks55 decks
24%synergy
Noble Heritage
24%inclusion13 decks55 decks
21%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
24%inclusion13 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Legion's Landing
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
18%synergy
Tocasia's Welcome
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Day of Destiny
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
16%synergy
On Serra's Wings
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
11%synergy
Chivalric Alliance
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Resourceful Defense
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Underworld Breach
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Veteran Soldier
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Commander's Insignia
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
-2%synergy
Forge Anew
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-5%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
1%synergy
We Ride at Dawn
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Fighter Class
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-6%synergy
Grim Reaper's Sprint
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
3%synergy
All That Glitters
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-3%synergy
Popular Entertainer
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Far Traveler
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Path of Mettle
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Goblin Bombardment
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-1%synergy
Search for Dagger
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
49%inclusion27 decks55 decks
47%synergy
The Wandering Emperor
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
12%synergy
Elspeth Resplendent
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Ajani, Caller of the Pride
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
6%synergy
Gideon Blackblade
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Utility Lands
Minas Tirith
82%inclusion45 decks55 decks
68%synergy
Hammerheim
58%inclusion32 decks55 decks
57%synergy
Mikokoro, Center of the Sea
49%inclusion27 decks55 decks
48%synergy
Inventors' Fair
47%inclusion26 decks55 decks
38%synergy
Kher Keep
45%inclusion25 decks55 decks
39%synergy
Geier Reach Sanitarium
42%inclusion23 decks55 decks
40%synergy
Kor Haven
40%inclusion22 decks55 decks
39%synergy
Urza's Saga
40%inclusion22 decks55 decks
31%synergy
Rogue's Passage
25%inclusion14 decks55 decks
-7%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
16%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
16%synergy
Monumental Henge
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
11%synergy
Hall of the Bandit Lord
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
12%synergy
Shivan Gorge
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
11%synergy
War Room
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
1%synergy
Tyrite Sanctum
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Arena of Glory
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
0%synergy
Untaidake, the Cloud Keeper
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Ancient Den
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
-5%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
-16%synergy
Great Furnace
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
-5%synergy
Gods' Eye, Gate to the Reikai
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
-11%synergy
Command Beacon
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
0%synergy
Boseiju, Who Shelters All
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Keldon Necropolis
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Mox Amber
89%inclusion49 decks55 decks
84%synergy
Sol Ring
87%inclusion48 decks55 decks
2%synergy
Arcane Signet
58%inclusion32 decks55 decks
-21%synergy
Mox Opal
47%inclusion26 decks55 decks
43%synergy
Relic of Legends
42%inclusion23 decks55 decks
40%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
31%inclusion17 decks55 decks
-21%synergy
Lotus Petal
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
15%synergy
Boros Signet
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
-36%synergy
Springleaf Drum
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
14%synergy
The Irencrag
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
12%synergy
The Aetherspark
13%inclusion7 decks54 decks
10%synergy
Paradise Mantle
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
8%synergy
Phial of Galadriel
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Commander's Sphere
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-11%synergy
Honor-Worn Shaku
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Plains
95%inclusion52 decks55 decks
-3%synergy
Command Tower
87%inclusion48 decks55 decks
2%synergy
Mountain
87%inclusion48 decks55 decks
-10%synergy
Sacred Foundry
78%inclusion43 decks55 decks
34%synergy
Flagstones of Trokair
73%inclusion40 decks55 decks
71%synergy
Spectator Seating
69%inclusion38 decks55 decks
29%synergy
Arid Mesa
65%inclusion36 decks55 decks
37%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
60%inclusion33 decks55 decks
56%synergy
The Grey Havens
53%inclusion29 decks55 decks
51%synergy
Battlefield Forge
49%inclusion27 decks55 decks
-6%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
47%inclusion26 decks55 decks
44%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
45%inclusion25 decks55 decks
29%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
44%inclusion24 decks55 decks
-19%synergy
Plateau
38%inclusion21 decks55 decks
26%synergy
Abstergo Entertainment
35%inclusion19 decks55 decks
33%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
33%inclusion18 decks55 decks
17%synergy
Rugged Prairie
31%inclusion17 decks55 decks
-9%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
31%inclusion17 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Sundown Pass
27%inclusion15 decks55 decks
-8%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
24%inclusion13 decks54 decks
2%synergy
Legion Leadership
22%inclusion12 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Marsh Flats
22%inclusion12 decks55 decks
15%synergy
Temple of Triumph
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
-19%synergy
Boros Garrison
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
-20%synergy
Elegant Parlor
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
2%synergy
Scalding Tarn
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
15%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
20%inclusion11 decks55 decks
14%synergy
Windswept Heath
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
12%synergy
City of Brass
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
14%synergy
Wooded Foothills
18%inclusion10 decks55 decks
13%synergy
Prismatic Vista
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Flooded Strand
16%inclusion9 decks55 decks
10%synergy
Exotic Orchard
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
-14%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
15%inclusion8 decks55 decks
-29%synergy
Mana Confluence
13%inclusion7 decks55 decks
9%synergy
Valakut Awakening
11%inclusion6 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Snow-Covered Plains
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
7%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
9.1%inclusion5 decks55 decks
1%synergy
Witch Enchanter
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
-5%synergy
Snow-Covered Mountain
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Sacred Peaks
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
-5%synergy
Sundering Eruption
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
2%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
7.3%inclusion4 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Gallifrey Council Chamber
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
5%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
-13%synergy
Talon Gates of Madara
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy
Forbidden Orchard
5.5%inclusion3 decks55 decks
4%synergy