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

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
Suki, Courageous Rescuer
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
88%inclusion22 decks25 decks
78%synergy
Shinka, the Bloodsoaked Keep
80%inclusion20 decks25 decks
77%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
88%inclusion22 decks25 decks
75%synergy
Norin the Wary
76%inclusion19 decks25 decks
74%synergy
Urza's Ruinous Blast
76%inclusion19 decks25 decks
74%synergy
The Ozolith
76%inclusion19 decks25 decks
73%synergy
Mines of Moria
76%inclusion19 decks25 decks
71%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
76%inclusion19 decks25 decks
70%synergy
Eiganjo Castle
72%inclusion18 decks25 decks
70%synergy
Keleth, Sunmane Familiar
72%inclusion18 decks25 decks
69%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
76%inclusion19 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Path to Exile
72%inclusion18 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
62%synergy
Shadowspear
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
57%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
61%synergy
Kari Zev, Skyship Raider
64%inclusion16 decks25 decks
62%synergy
Venat, Heart of Hydaelyn
61%inclusion11 decks18 decks
59%synergy
Boros Charm
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Merry, Esquire of Rohan
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
55%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
47%synergy
Game Changers
Teferi's Protection
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
23%synergy
The One Ring
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Jeska's Will
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Smothering Tithe
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-8%synergy
Gamble
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
1%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Creatures
Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
55%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
48%synergy
Teshar, Ancestor's Apostle
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
52%synergy
Phelia, Exuberant Shepherd
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
51%synergy
Arbaaz Mir
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
42%synergy
Odric, Lunarch Marshal
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
38%synergy
Kytheon, Hero of Akros
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
43%synergy
Urdnan, Dromoka Warrior
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
41%synergy
Esper Sentinel
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Gimli of the Glittering Caves
36%inclusion9 decks25 decks
34%synergy
Boromir, Warden of the Tower
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Zack Fair
32%inclusion6 decks19 decks
27%synergy
Kassandra, Eagle Bearer
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
27%synergy
Senu, Keen-Eyed Protector
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Eight-and-a-Half-Tails
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
27%synergy
Iroas, God of Victory
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Goro-Goro, Disciple of Ryusei
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
26%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Inti, Seneschal of the Sun
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Hope of Ghirapur
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Mabel, Heir to Cragflame
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Gandalf the White
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
22%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Bastion Protector
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Isamaru, Hound of Konda
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Éowyn, Fearless Knight
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Elena, Turk Recruit
21%inclusion4 decks19 decks
20%synergy
Freya Crescent
21%inclusion4 decks19 decks
16%synergy
Thalia, Heretic Cathar
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Djeru and Hazoret
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Akiri, Fearless Voyager
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Reyav, Master Smith
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Anafenza, Kin-Tree Spirit
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Witch Enchanter
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Norin, Swift Survivalist
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Bayek of Siwa
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Kellan, Planar Trailblazer
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Baird, Argivian Recruiter
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Zurgo Bellstriker
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Giver of Runes
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Mother of Runes
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Sarah Jane Smith
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Oswald Fiddlebender
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Lightning, Army of One
16%inclusion3 decks19 decks
10%synergy
Spectacular Spider-Man
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Instants
Flawless Maneuver
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
25%synergy
Deflecting Swat
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
29%synergy
Legion Leadership
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Chaos Warp
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Generous Gift
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
-3%synergy
Restoration Magic
28%inclusion5 decks18 decks
18%synergy
Wear // Tear
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
21%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Dawn's Truce
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Clever Concealment
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Akroma's Will
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Valakut Awakening
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Untimely Malfunction
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Loran's Escape
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Lightning Bolt
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
1%synergy
Blacksmith's Skill
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Surge of Salvation
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Flare of Duplication
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Eerie Interlude
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Temur Battle Rage
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Gods Willing
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Get Lost
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Bolt Bend
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-1%synergy
Reprieve
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Blasphemous Act
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
-1%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Sundering Eruption
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Vandalblast
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Search for Glory
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
What Must Be Done
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Farewell
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
1%synergy
Wheel of Misfortune
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Open the Armory
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-6%synergy
Emeria's Call
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Tragic Arrogance
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Slash the Ranks
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Campus Renovation
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Sword of the Animist
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
37%synergy
Embercleave
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
44%synergy
Luxior, Giada's Gift
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
47%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
34%synergy
The Seriema
41%inclusion7 decks17 decks
39%synergy
Mithril Coat
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
29%synergy
The Spear of Leonidas
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
33%synergy
Commander's Plate
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
26%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
22%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
-16%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Conformer Shuriken
21%inclusion4 decks19 decks
19%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
21%inclusion4 decks19 decks
18%synergy
Lost Jitte
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Tarrian's Soulcleaver
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Mirror of Galadriel
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Heroes' Podium
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
Sting, the Glinting Dagger
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Horn of the Mark
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
18%synergy
Tome of Legends
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
10%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Champion's Helm
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Crown of Gondor
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
The Wind Crystal
16%inclusion3 decks19 decks
12%synergy
Oketra's Monument
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Skullclamp
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-3%synergy
Stone of Erech
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Helm of the Host
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Andúril, Narsil Reforged
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Hazoret's Monument
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Mjölnir, Storm Hammer
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Robe of Stars
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Agatha's Soul Cauldron
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Mask of Memory
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Basilisk Collar
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-6%synergy
Tenza, Godo's Maul
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
The Circle of Loyalty
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
The Dominion Bracelet
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
6%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
2%synergy
Enchantments
Flaming Fist
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
58%synergy
Guild Artisan
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
46%synergy
Noble Heritage
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
42%synergy
Tavern Brawler
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
42%synergy
Day of Destiny
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
39%synergy
Legion's Landing
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
30%synergy
Tocasia's Welcome
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
17%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Reconnaissance
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Land Tax
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
5%synergy
We Ride at Dawn
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Rising of the Day
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Veteran Soldier
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Popular Entertainer
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Super State
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
10%synergy
Forge Anew
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-3%synergy
Resourceful Defense
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Fighter Class
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Commander's Insignia
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Chivalric Alliance
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Far Traveler
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Path of Mettle
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
War of the Last Alliance
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
On Serra's Wings
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
50%synergy
The Wandering Emperor
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Elspeth Resplendent
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Ajani, Caller of the Pride
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Basri Ket
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Gideon Blackblade
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Archangel Elspeth
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
The Eternal Wanderer
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
1%synergy
Utility Lands
Minas Tirith
80%inclusion20 decks25 decks
66%synergy
Mikokoro, Center of the Sea
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
51%synergy
Hammerheim
44%inclusion11 decks25 decks
43%synergy
Kher Keep
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
33%synergy
Geier Reach Sanitarium
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
30%synergy
Kor Haven
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
27%synergy
Monumental Henge
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Urza's Saga
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Rogue's Passage
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-12%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Hall of the Bandit Lord
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
15%synergy
Untaidake, the Cloud Keeper
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
16%synergy
Inventors' Fair
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Windbrisk Heights
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Shivan Gorge
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Clive's Hideaway
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
11%synergy
Arena of Glory
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-1%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-15%synergy
Tyrite Sanctum
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Sunhome, Fortress of the Legion
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-10%synergy
Great Hall of the Citadel
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Axgard Armory
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-1%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
2%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
0%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
84%inclusion21 decks25 decks
-1%synergy
Mox Amber
76%inclusion19 decks25 decks
71%synergy
Arcane Signet
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
-24%synergy
Relic of Legends
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
54%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Boros Signet
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
-29%synergy
Honor-Worn Shaku
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
19%synergy
The Irencrag
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Springleaf Drum
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Mox Opal
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
11%synergy
Commander's Sphere
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-5%synergy
Fellwar Stone
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-13%synergy
Mind Stone
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-14%synergy
The Aetherspark
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Phial of Galadriel
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Lotus Petal
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Patriar's Seal
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
4%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
88%inclusion22 decks25 decks
2%synergy
Plains
88%inclusion22 decks25 decks
-10%synergy
Mountain
84%inclusion21 decks25 decks
-14%synergy
Sacred Foundry
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
24%synergy
Battlefield Forge
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
13%synergy
Flagstones of Trokair
68%inclusion17 decks25 decks
66%synergy
Arid Mesa
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
28%synergy
Spectator Seating
56%inclusion14 decks25 decks
16%synergy
The Grey Havens
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
50%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
26%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
52%inclusion13 decks25 decks
-11%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
48%inclusion12 decks25 decks
44%synergy
Legion Leadership
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Abstergo Entertainment
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
40%synergy
Boros Garrison
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
0%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
40%inclusion10 decks25 decks
23%synergy
Sundown Pass
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
-4%synergy
Rugged Prairie
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
-8%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
28%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
9%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
28%inclusion7 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Elegant Parlor
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Plateau
24%inclusion6 decks25 decks
12%synergy
Sundering Eruption
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Windswept Heath
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Furycalm Snarl
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-24%synergy
Temple of Triumph
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
-19%synergy
Flooded Strand
20%inclusion5 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Witch Enchanter
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Daily Bugle Building
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Snow-Covered Plains
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Snow-Covered Mountain
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Marsh Flats
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Valakut Awakening
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
9%synergy
Radiant Summit
13%inclusion2 decks15 decks
-1%synergy
Prismatic Vista
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Sunscorched Divide
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
-7%synergy
City of Brass
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Kazuul's Fury
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
10%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-6%synergy
Exotic Orchard
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-21%synergy
Thran Quarry
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
Emeria's Call
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Wooded Foothills
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
3%synergy
Boros Guildgate
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-1%synergy
Evolving Wilds
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-12%synergy
Opal Palace
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
5%synergy
Wind-Scarred Crag
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-9%synergy
Path of Ancestry
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
-9%synergy