Tetsuo, Imperial Champion (Commander) - Budget Core

Benjamin Levin
Sep 9, 2025
How Fun Are All of the Grixis Commanders?
There are dozens of Grixis commanders available now. But which ones are fun to play? Let's break them all down.
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Stadium Tidalmage
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Hydro-Channeler
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Wander Off
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Charging Strifeknight
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Potioner's Trove
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Dalakos, Crafter of Wonders
79%inclusion19 decks24 decks
79%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
58%inclusion14 decks24 decks
57%synergy
Drach'Nyen
54%inclusion13 decks24 decks
53%synergy
Tenza, Godo's Maul
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
50%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
45%inclusion9 decks20 decks
45%synergy
Enthusiastic Mechanaut
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
42%synergy
Thran Power Suit
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
41%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
41%synergy
Brass Squire
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
41%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
41%synergy
Top Cards
Negate
63%inclusion15 decks24 decks
40%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
63%inclusion15 decks24 decks
36%synergy
Frantic Search
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
25%synergy
Chart a Course
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
39%synergy
Chaos Warp
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Slip Through Space
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
37%synergy
Acquisition Octopus
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
37%synergy
Jhoira, Ageless Innovator
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
37%synergy
Heiko Yamazaki, the General
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
37%synergy
Mask of Riddles
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
37%synergy
Creatures
Freya Crescent
33%inclusion2 decks6 decks
33%synergy
Raubahn, Bull of Ala Mhigo
33%inclusion2 decks6 decks
33%synergy
Steelswarm Operator
33%inclusion2 decks6 decks
33%synergy
Pigment Wrangler
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Deadeye Quartermaster
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Etherium Sculptor
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
25%synergy
Foundry Inspector
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
21%synergy
Akki Battle Squad
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
25%synergy
Lizard Blades
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Sanar, Unfinished Genius
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Harmonized Trio
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Emeritus of Ideation
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Zaffai and the Tempests
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Magmablood Archaic
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Shagrat, Loot Bearer
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Rabbit Battery
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
21%synergy
Vedalken Engineer
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
21%synergy
Voracious Tome-Skimmer
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Shimmer Dragon
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Emry, Lurker of the Loch
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Kess, Dissident Mage
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Black Waltz No. 3
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
11%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Bladegraft Aspirant
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Jhoira, Weatherlight Captain
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Blade of the Oni
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Simian Sling
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Efreet Flamepainter
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Trophy Mage
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Keldon Flamesage
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Padeem, Consul of Innovation
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Ardent Elementalist
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Halo Forager
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Nightscape Familiar
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-19%synergy
Whirler Rogue
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Baral and Kari Zev
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Burnished Hart
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Galazeth Prismari
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Balmor, Battlemage Captain
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Forensic Gadgeteer
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Armguard Familiar
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Peerless Samurai
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Endrider Catalyzer
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
8%synergy
Archmage of Runes
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
4%synergy
Fanatic of the Harrowing
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Clammy Prowler
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Instants
Opt
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Masterful Flourish
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Vibrant Outburst
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Maestros Charm
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
26%synergy
Bedevil
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Abrade
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Rakdos Charm
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Twinferno
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Terminate
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
-1%synergy
Fractalize
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Disdainful Stroke
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Counterspell
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
-24%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Temur Battle Rage
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Quick Study
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Lightning Bolt
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Murder
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Unleash Fury
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Spell Pierce
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Maximum Overdrive
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Full Bore
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
16%synergy
Thirst for Knowledge
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Rebel Salvo
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
17%synergy
Overkill
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
15%synergy
Consult the Star Charts
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
15%synergy
Divert Disaster
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
16%synergy
Withering Torment
16%inclusion3 decks19 decks
4%synergy
Hero's Downfall
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Brainstorm
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-5%synergy
Soul's Fire
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Infernal Grasp
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Izzet Charm
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
You Are Already Dead
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Raking Claws
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Stern Lesson
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Prismari Command
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Desynchronization
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Heated Debate
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Go for the Throat
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
2%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-22%synergy
Disruption Protocol
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Dimir Charm
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Battle-Rage Blessing
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Umezawa's Charm
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Bane's Contingency
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Fact or Fiction
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
1%synergy
Consider
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Ancestors' Aid
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Ashnod's Intervention
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Sorceries
Feed the Swarm
38%inclusion9 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Inevitable Betrayal
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
30%synergy
Enter the Enigma
26%inclusion5 decks19 decks
24%synergy
Anchor to Reality
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
25%synergy
Rapturous Moment
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Steal the Show
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Flow State
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
23%synergy
Read the Bones
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Night's Whisper
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Ancestral Vision
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
18%synergy
Artful Dodge
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Faithless Looting
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
-3%synergy
Painful Truths
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Preordain
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
11%synergy
Sign in Blood
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Howl of the Horde
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
17%synergy
Nibelheim Aflame
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
16%synergy
Unexpected Request
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
16%synergy
Overpowering Attack
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Sleight of Hand
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Mizzium Mortars
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Distortion Strike
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Ringsight
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Notion Rain
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Compulsive Research
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Deadly Tempest
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Witch's Mark
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Divination
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Stolen Identity
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Mizzix's Mastery
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Dark Intimations
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Pore Over the Pages
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Spelltwine
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Arcane Heist
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Undercity Plague
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Syphon Mind
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Gandalf's Sanction
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Goldwardens' Gambit
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
One with the Machine
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Reckless Handling
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Stock Up
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
6%synergy
Full Throttle
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Waltz of Rage
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Grab the Prize
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
4%synergy
Final Vengeance
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Wildfire Howl
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Stargaze
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Quietus Spike
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
33%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Brass Knuckles
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
33%synergy
Mask of Memory
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
33%synergy
Hero's Heirloom
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
33%synergy
Cranial Plating
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Haunted Cloak
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
29%synergy
Goggles of Night
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
29%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Argentum Armor
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
29%synergy
Fireshrieker
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
29%synergy
Champion's Helm
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Unscythe, Killer of Kings
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
29%synergy
The Key to the Vault
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
23%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
21%synergy
Runechanter's Pike
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
21%synergy
Basilisk Collar
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Mask of Griselbrand
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
20%synergy
Hero's Blade
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
21%synergy
Quick-Draw Katana
20%inclusion3 decks15 decks
20%synergy
Improvised Arsenal
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Meteor Sword
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Skateboard
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Phantom Blade
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
17%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
17%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
17%synergy
Glamdring
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Vorpal Sword
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Mask of the Schemer
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Bladed Battle-Fan
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
17%synergy
Dark Knight's Greatsword
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
17%synergy
Leyline Axe
13%inclusion2 decks15 decks
13%synergy
Nettlecyst
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Robe of the Archmagi
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Mirror Shield
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Bearded Axe
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Goldvein Pick
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Cliffhaven Kitesail
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Cranial Ram
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Cloak of the Bat
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Winged Boots
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Grafted Wargear
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Meteoric Mace
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Dissection Tools
11%inclusion2 decks19 decks
10%synergy
Assassin Gauntlet
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
8%synergy
Enchantments
Aqueous Form
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Reconnaissance Mission
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Arcane Bombardment
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Double Vision
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Propaganda
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-6%synergy
Tempered in Solitude
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Combat Research
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Rite of the Dragoncaller
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
6%synergy
Ticket Booth // Tunnel of Hate
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Derelict Attic // Widow's Walk
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Stormchaser's Talent
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Fortune Teller's Talent
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
5%synergy
Planeswalkers
Tezzeret, Betrayer of Flesh
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
24%synergy
Buried Ruin
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
17%synergy
Bojuka Bog
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-12%synergy
Mistrise Village
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Restless Spire
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Cathedral of War
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
71%inclusion17 decks24 decks
-17%synergy
Sol Ring
58%inclusion14 decks24 decks
-31%synergy
Izzet Signet
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Rakdos Signet
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
13%synergy
Dimir Signet
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Commander's Sphere
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Resonating Lute
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
20%synergy
Fellwar Stone
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
-15%synergy
Fire Diamond
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
15%synergy
Talisman of Dominance
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
-33%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-32%synergy
Talisman of Indulgence
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-31%synergy
Sky Diamond
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
11%synergy
The Irencrag
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Prismatic Lens
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Forger's Foundry
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Gilded Lotus
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Darksteel Ingot
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Worn Powerstone
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Lands
Swamp
100%inclusion24 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Mountain
100%inclusion24 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Island
100%inclusion24 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Command Tower
79%inclusion19 decks24 decks
-12%synergy
Crumbling Necropolis
75%inclusion18 decks24 decks
22%synergy
Evolving Wilds
50%inclusion12 decks24 decks
27%synergy
Exotic Orchard
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
-10%synergy
Seething Landscape
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
29%synergy
Foreboding Ruins
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
28%synergy
Smoldering Marsh
46%inclusion11 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Sunken Hollow
42%inclusion10 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Sulfur Falls
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
-13%synergy
Temple of Epiphany
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Path of Ancestry
33%inclusion8 decks24 decks
3%synergy
Frostboil Snarl
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Choked Estuary
29%inclusion7 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Shivan Reef
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
-5%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
14%synergy
Myriad Landscape
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Swiftwater Cliffs
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
19%synergy
Temple of Deceit
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
12%synergy
Maestros Theater
25%inclusion6 decks24 decks
17%synergy
Ash Barrens
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Bloodfell Caves
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
16%synergy
Thriving Isle
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
17%synergy
Dimir Aqueduct
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Temple of Malice
21%inclusion5 decks24 decks
9%synergy
Boiling Rock Prison
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Serpent's Pass
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
18%synergy
Shadowblood Ridge
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Darkwater Catacombs
17%inclusion4 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Rakdos Carnarium
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
2%synergy
Drowned Catacomb
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-30%synergy
Dragonskull Summit
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
-33%synergy
Crosis's Catacombs
13%inclusion3 decks24 decks
10%synergy
Rakdos Guildgate
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
-17%synergy
Molten Tributary
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Grixis Panorama
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Thriving Bluff
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
5%synergy
Spire of Industry
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
4%synergy
Izzet Guildgate
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Uncharted Haven
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Mirage Mesa
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
8%synergy
Cinder Barrens
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Submerged Boneyard
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Rocky Tar Pit
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
7%synergy
Geothermal Bog
8.3%inclusion2 decks24 decks
6%synergy
Hidden Grotto
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
5%synergy