Tetsuo, Imperial Champion (Commander) - Optimized

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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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Goliath Daydreamer
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Hammer of Nazahn
86%inclusion55 decks64 decks
85%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
75%inclusion48 decks64 decks
74%synergy
Ancestral Vision
77%inclusion49 decks64 decks
73%synergy
Profane Tutor
77%inclusion49 decks64 decks
72%synergy
Godo, Bandit Warlord
70%inclusion45 decks64 decks
70%synergy
Basilisk Collar
70%inclusion45 decks64 decks
68%synergy
Inevitable Betrayal
70%inclusion45 decks64 decks
67%synergy
Dalakos, Crafter of Wonders
67%inclusion43 decks64 decks
66%synergy
Embercleave
67%inclusion43 decks64 decks
66%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
64%inclusion41 decks64 decks
63%synergy
Top Cards
Swiftfoot Boots
78%inclusion50 decks64 decks
52%synergy
Brass Squire
61%inclusion39 decks64 decks
60%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
58%inclusion37 decks64 decks
56%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
58%inclusion37 decks64 decks
55%synergy
Wheel of Fate
56%inclusion36 decks64 decks
53%synergy
Seize the Day
53%inclusion34 decks64 decks
52%synergy
Mithril Coat
53%inclusion34 decks64 decks
48%synergy
Magnetic Theft
53%inclusion34 decks64 decks
53%synergy
Lizard Blades
50%inclusion32 decks64 decks
47%synergy
Deflecting Swat
48%inclusion31 decks64 decks
30%synergy
Game Changers
Jeska's Will
55%inclusion35 decks64 decks
38%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
55%inclusion35 decks64 decks
35%synergy
Rhystic Study
48%inclusion31 decks64 decks
25%synergy
Demonic Tutor
47%inclusion30 decks64 decks
26%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
44%inclusion28 decks64 decks
22%synergy
Vampiric Tutor
42%inclusion27 decks64 decks
26%synergy
Ancient Tomb
34%inclusion22 decks64 decks
22%synergy
Mystical Tutor
17%inclusion11 decks64 decks
4%synergy
Force of Will
16%inclusion10 decks64 decks
5%synergy
The One Ring
13%inclusion8 decks64 decks
-1%synergy
Creatures
Akki Battle Squad
44%inclusion28 decks64 decks
43%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
41%inclusion20 decks49 decks
41%synergy
The Reality Chip
41%inclusion26 decks64 decks
39%synergy
Enthusiastic Mechanaut
41%inclusion26 decks64 decks
37%synergy
Heiko Yamazaki, the General
39%inclusion25 decks64 decks
39%synergy
Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
36%inclusion23 decks64 decks
35%synergy
Silent Arbiter
30%inclusion19 decks64 decks
26%synergy
Padeem, Consul of Innovation
28%inclusion18 decks64 decks
24%synergy
Komainu Battle Armor
28%inclusion18 decks64 decks
28%synergy
Jhoira, Weatherlight Captain
28%inclusion18 decks64 decks
25%synergy
Jhoira, Ageless Innovator
27%inclusion17 decks64 decks
26%synergy
Etherium Sculptor
27%inclusion17 decks64 decks
22%synergy
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
25%inclusion16 decks64 decks
23%synergy
Blade of the Oni
23%inclusion15 decks64 decks
23%synergy
Trophy Mage
20%inclusion13 decks64 decks
19%synergy
Emry, Lurker of the Loch
20%inclusion13 decks64 decks
16%synergy
Forensic Gadgeteer
19%inclusion12 decks64 decks
18%synergy
Urza, Lord High Artificer
17%inclusion11 decks64 decks
16%synergy
Basim Ibn Ishaq
16%inclusion10 decks64 decks
14%synergy
Freya Crescent
14%inclusion7 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Roaming Throne
13%inclusion8 decks64 decks
3%synergy
Foundry Inspector
13%inclusion8 decks64 decks
8%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
11%inclusion7 decks64 decks
7%synergy
Goblin Engineer
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
8%synergy
Tribute Mage
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
8%synergy
Master Transmuter
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
7%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Steelswarm Operator
7.9%inclusion3 decks38 decks
8%synergy
Moraug, Fury of Akoum
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
8%synergy
Notion Thief
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
0%synergy
Renowned Weaponsmith
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
8%synergy
Goro-Goro, Disciple of Ryusei
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
7%synergy
Dauthi Voidwalker
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
0%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
4%synergy
Galazeth Prismari
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
8%synergy
Acquisition Octopus
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
6%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
-5%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
4%synergy
Goblin Welder
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
5%synergy
Vedalken Engineer
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
6%synergy
Shimmer Dragon
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
6%synergy
Armory Automaton
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
6%synergy
Deadeye Quartermaster
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
5%synergy
Bladegraft Aspirant
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
6%synergy
Port Razer
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
1%synergy
Instants
Counterspell
44%inclusion28 decks64 decks
-1%synergy
Brainstorm
38%inclusion24 decks64 decks
20%synergy
Frantic Search
36%inclusion23 decks64 decks
17%synergy
Terminate
34%inclusion22 decks64 decks
9%synergy
Bedevil
33%inclusion21 decks64 decks
17%synergy
Chaos Warp
33%inclusion21 decks64 decks
-3%synergy
Deadly Rollick
31%inclusion20 decks64 decks
14%synergy
Slip Out the Back
31%inclusion20 decks64 decks
28%synergy
Mana Drain
28%inclusion18 decks64 decks
12%synergy
Tainted Strike
28%inclusion18 decks64 decks
26%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
23%inclusion15 decks64 decks
-6%synergy
Stolen Uniform
19%inclusion9 decks47 decks
19%synergy
Dark Ritual
19%inclusion12 decks64 decks
-17%synergy
Swan Song
19%inclusion12 decks64 decks
0%synergy
Sink into Stupor
17%inclusion11 decks64 decks
8%synergy
Withering Torment
17%inclusion11 decks64 decks
5%synergy
Redirect Lightning
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
8%synergy
Rakdos Charm
16%inclusion10 decks64 decks
1%synergy
Savage Beating
16%inclusion10 decks64 decks
15%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
13%inclusion8 decks64 decks
6%synergy
Valakut Awakening
13%inclusion8 decks64 decks
9%synergy
Negate
11%inclusion7 decks64 decks
-12%synergy
Pongify
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
3%synergy
Fell the Profane
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
1%synergy
Invoke Calamity
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
8%synergy
Lightning Bolt
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
0%synergy
Reality Shift
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
4%synergy
March of Swirling Mist
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
8%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
4%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
-3%synergy
Twinferno
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
7%synergy
Big Score
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
-3%synergy
Desynchronization
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
5%synergy
Fumble
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
8%synergy
Crosis's Charm
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
5%synergy
Pact of Negation
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
0%synergy
Sheoldred's Edict
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
6%synergy
Final Fortune
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
2%synergy
Arcane Denial
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
-21%synergy
Nexus of Fate
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
5%synergy
Temur Battle Rage
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
5%synergy
Infernal Grasp
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
1%synergy
Scour for Scrap
5.4%inclusion2 decks37 decks
4%synergy
Sorceries
Fabricate
42%inclusion27 decks64 decks
39%synergy
Blasphemous Act
38%inclusion24 decks64 decks
-7%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
34%inclusion22 decks64 decks
32%synergy
Windfall
30%inclusion19 decks64 decks
6%synergy
Night's Whisper
30%inclusion19 decks64 decks
25%synergy
Time Warp
28%inclusion18 decks64 decks
27%synergy
Relentless Assault
28%inclusion18 decks64 decks
27%synergy
Feed the Swarm
27%inclusion17 decks64 decks
-3%synergy
Temporal Manipulation
27%inclusion17 decks64 decks
26%synergy
Ponder
20%inclusion13 decks64 decks
12%synergy
Toxic Deluge
20%inclusion13 decks64 decks
0%synergy
Anchor to Reality
16%inclusion10 decks64 decks
15%synergy
One with the Machine
16%inclusion10 decks64 decks
15%synergy
Capture of Jingzhou
16%inclusion10 decks64 decks
15%synergy
Expressive Iteration
16%inclusion10 decks64 decks
12%synergy
World at War
14%inclusion9 decks64 decks
14%synergy
Overpowering Attack
14%inclusion9 decks64 decks
13%synergy
Chart a Course
13%inclusion8 decks64 decks
10%synergy
Full Throttle
13%inclusion8 decks64 decks
11%synergy
Sign in Blood
13%inclusion8 decks64 decks
9%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
11%inclusion7 decks64 decks
9%synergy
Preordain
11%inclusion7 decks64 decks
5%synergy
Faithless Looting
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
-10%synergy
Vandalblast
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
-7%synergy
Mizzix's Mastery
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
6%synergy
Howl of the Horde
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
9%synergy
Diabolic Tutor
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
3%synergy
Last Chance
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
5%synergy
Damnation
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
0%synergy
Gamble
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
-2%synergy
Warrior's Oath
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
4%synergy
Karn's Temporal Sundering
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
6%synergy
Time Stretch
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
6%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
-3%synergy
Nibelheim Aflame
6.3%inclusion3 decks48 decks
5%synergy
Thoughtcast
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
3%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Kaldra Compleat
47%inclusion30 decks64 decks
46%synergy
Buster Sword
46%inclusion22 decks48 decks
44%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
45%inclusion29 decks64 decks
44%synergy
Genji Glove
41%inclusion19 decks46 decks
40%synergy
Shadowspear
41%inclusion26 decks64 decks
37%synergy
Oathkeeper, Takeno's Daisho
39%inclusion25 decks64 decks
39%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
39%inclusion25 decks64 decks
38%synergy
Sword of the Animist
34%inclusion22 decks64 decks
33%synergy
Unscythe, Killer of Kings
33%inclusion21 decks64 decks
32%synergy
Pact Weapon
31%inclusion20 decks64 decks
31%synergy
Lightning Greaves
30%inclusion19 decks64 decks
0%synergy
Drach'Nyen
28%inclusion18 decks64 decks
27%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
28%inclusion18 decks64 decks
26%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
27%inclusion17 decks64 decks
26%synergy
Helm of the Host
27%inclusion17 decks64 decks
24%synergy
Winged Boots
27%inclusion17 decks64 decks
23%synergy
Hexplate Wallbreaker
25%inclusion16 decks64 decks
25%synergy
Grafted Exoskeleton
25%inclusion16 decks64 decks
24%synergy
Nazgûl Battle-Mace
23%inclusion15 decks64 decks
21%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
22%inclusion12 decks54 decks
21%synergy
Champion's Helm
22%inclusion14 decks64 decks
21%synergy
Argentum Armor
22%inclusion14 decks64 decks
22%synergy
Sword of Once and Future
20%inclusion13 decks64 decks
20%synergy
Darksteel Plate
20%inclusion13 decks64 decks
19%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
19%inclusion12 decks64 decks
19%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
19%inclusion12 decks64 decks
18%synergy
Glamdring
17%inclusion11 decks64 decks
16%synergy
Batterskull
17%inclusion11 decks64 decks
17%synergy
Leyline Axe
16%inclusion10 decks64 decks
15%synergy
Mask of Riddles
16%inclusion10 decks64 decks
15%synergy
Two-Handed Axe
16%inclusion10 decks64 decks
15%synergy
Vorpal Sword
14%inclusion9 decks64 decks
14%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
14%inclusion9 decks64 decks
10%synergy
Thran Power Suit
13%inclusion8 decks64 decks
12%synergy
Wand of Orcus
13%inclusion8 decks64 decks
12%synergy
Dowsing Dagger
13%inclusion8 decks64 decks
12%synergy
The Key to the Vault
11%inclusion7 decks64 decks
9%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
11%inclusion7 decks64 decks
11%synergy
Tenza, Godo's Maul
11%inclusion7 decks64 decks
10%synergy
Mask of Griselbrand
11%inclusion7 decks64 decks
10%synergy
Bolas's Citadel
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
4%synergy
Phantom Blade
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
9%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
7%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
9%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
9%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
9%synergy
Wishclaw Talisman
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
1%synergy
Scythe of the Wretched
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
9%synergy
Tatsumasa, the Dragon's Fang
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
9%synergy
Ultima Weapon
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
8%synergy
Enchantments
Aggravated Assault
25%inclusion16 decks64 decks
23%synergy
Blacksmith's Talent
25%inclusion16 decks64 decks
25%synergy
Mystic Remora
22%inclusion14 decks64 decks
6%synergy
Propaganda
17%inclusion11 decks64 decks
3%synergy
Firebender Ascension
10%inclusion2 decks21 decks
3%synergy
Black Market Connections
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
-2%synergy
Phyrexian Arena
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
-1%synergy
Aqueous Form
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
3%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jeska, Thrice Reborn
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
9%synergy
Tezzeret, Betrayer of Flesh
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
7%synergy
Utility Lands
Shizo, Death's Storehouse
48%inclusion31 decks64 decks
44%synergy
Academy Ruins
45%inclusion29 decks64 decks
41%synergy
Rogue's Passage
45%inclusion29 decks64 decks
23%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
30%inclusion19 decks64 decks
14%synergy
Bojuka Bog
27%inclusion17 decks64 decks
2%synergy
Buried Ruin
27%inclusion17 decks64 decks
23%synergy
Shinka, the Bloodsoaked Keep
25%inclusion16 decks64 decks
24%synergy
Reliquary Tower
25%inclusion16 decks64 decks
-11%synergy
Urza's Saga
23%inclusion15 decks64 decks
18%synergy
Archway of Innovation
22%inclusion14 decks64 decks
19%synergy
Inventors' Fair
19%inclusion12 decks64 decks
16%synergy
Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
13%inclusion8 decks64 decks
-1%synergy
Minas Morgul, Dark Fortress
11%inclusion7 decks64 decks
6%synergy
Arena of Glory
11%inclusion7 decks64 decks
6%synergy
Witch's Clinic
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
9%synergy
Temple of the False God
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
1%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
3%synergy
Seat of the Synod
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
2%synergy
The Black Gate
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
-1%synergy
Command Beacon
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
3%synergy
Vault of Whispers
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
1%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
4%synergy
Tolaria West
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
6%synergy
Takenuma, Abandoned Mire
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
1%synergy
Great Furnace
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
1%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
95%inclusion61 decks64 decks
5%synergy
Arcane Signet
86%inclusion55 decks64 decks
-2%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
42%inclusion27 decks64 decks
-2%synergy
Talisman of Indulgence
41%inclusion26 decks64 decks
-2%synergy
Talisman of Dominance
33%inclusion21 decks64 decks
-16%synergy
Fellwar Stone
28%inclusion18 decks64 decks
-7%synergy
Mox Opal
23%inclusion15 decks64 decks
16%synergy
Izzet Signet
17%inclusion11 decks64 decks
-16%synergy
The Aetherspark
17%inclusion11 decks64 decks
17%synergy
Dimir Signet
16%inclusion10 decks64 decks
-20%synergy
Rakdos Signet
14%inclusion9 decks64 decks
-20%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
14%inclusion9 decks64 decks
-1%synergy
Mana Vault
13%inclusion8 decks64 decks
4%synergy
Chrome Mox
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
1%synergy
Mox Amber
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
4%synergy
Relic of Sauron
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
-11%synergy
Mox Diamond
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
1%synergy
Lotus Petal
7.8%inclusion5 decks64 decks
-2%synergy
Mind Stone
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
-7%synergy
Thought Vessel
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
-15%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
92%inclusion59 decks64 decks
1%synergy
Island
91%inclusion58 decks64 decks
-2%synergy
Mountain
89%inclusion57 decks64 decks
-2%synergy
Steam Vents
83%inclusion53 decks64 decks
38%synergy
Swamp
83%inclusion53 decks64 decks
-9%synergy
Watery Grave
77%inclusion49 decks64 decks
30%synergy
Blood Crypt
72%inclusion46 decks64 decks
27%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
66%inclusion42 decks64 decks
31%synergy
Scalding Tarn
64%inclusion41 decks64 decks
32%synergy
Xander's Lounge
64%inclusion41 decks64 decks
24%synergy
Training Center
61%inclusion39 decks64 decks
29%synergy
Exotic Orchard
59%inclusion38 decks64 decks
3%synergy
Luxury Suite
58%inclusion37 decks64 decks
26%synergy
Polluted Delta
56%inclusion36 decks64 decks
22%synergy
Morphic Pool
52%inclusion33 decks64 decks
19%synergy
Sulfur Falls
42%inclusion27 decks64 decks
-4%synergy
Volcanic Island
41%inclusion26 decks64 decks
26%synergy
Badlands
39%inclusion25 decks64 decks
24%synergy
Shivan Reef
38%inclusion24 decks64 decks
8%synergy
Dragonskull Summit
38%inclusion24 decks64 decks
-7%synergy
Drowned Catacomb
38%inclusion24 decks64 decks
-5%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
34%inclusion22 decks64 decks
9%synergy
Underground Sea
33%inclusion21 decks64 decks
18%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
31%inclusion20 decks64 decks
30%synergy
Shipwreck Marsh
30%inclusion19 decks64 decks
5%synergy
Crumbling Necropolis
30%inclusion19 decks64 decks
-24%synergy
Haunted Ridge
28%inclusion18 decks64 decks
7%synergy
Sulfurous Springs
27%inclusion17 decks64 decks
0%synergy
Underground River
25%inclusion16 decks64 decks
-2%synergy
City of Brass
23%inclusion15 decks64 decks
10%synergy
Mana Confluence
22%inclusion14 decks64 decks
10%synergy
Smoldering Marsh
20%inclusion13 decks64 decks
-17%synergy
Sink into Stupor
17%inclusion11 decks64 decks
8%synergy
Misty Rainforest
17%inclusion11 decks64 decks
7%synergy
Sunken Hollow
17%inclusion11 decks64 decks
-23%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
16%inclusion10 decks64 decks
6%synergy
Arid Mesa
16%inclusion10 decks64 decks
6%synergy
Marsh Flats
16%inclusion10 decks64 decks
6%synergy
Flooded Strand
14%inclusion9 decks64 decks
3%synergy
Wooded Foothills
14%inclusion9 decks64 decks
6%synergy
Undercity Sewers
13%inclusion8 decks64 decks
0%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
13%inclusion8 decks64 decks
6%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
13%inclusion8 decks64 decks
5%synergy
Valakut Awakening
13%inclusion8 decks64 decks
9%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
11%inclusion7 decks64 decks
-1%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
11%inclusion7 decks64 decks
9%synergy
Temple of Epiphany
11%inclusion7 decks64 decks
-4%synergy
Cascade Bluffs
11%inclusion7 decks64 decks
0%synergy
Evolving Wilds
11%inclusion7 decks64 decks
-13%synergy
Raucous Theater
9.4%inclusion6 decks64 decks
-1%synergy