Teval, Arbiter of Virtue (Commander) - Control

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Andy Zupke
Dec 11, 2025
The EDHREC Writers' Favorite New Commanders of 2025
The writing staff at EDHREC gives you the rundown on their favorite new commanders that came out in 2025. Is your favorite on the list?
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Day of Black Sun
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Origin of Metalbending
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Formidable Speaker
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Saber-Tooth Moose-Lion
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Exsanguinate
64%inclusion14 decks22 decks
56%synergy
Ripples of Undeath
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
40%synergy
Torment of Hailfire
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
34%synergy
Frantic Search
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
29%synergy
The Meathook Massacre
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
28%synergy
Aetherflux Reservoir
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
26%synergy
Barrowgoyf
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
26%synergy
Drown in Dreams
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
25%synergy
Sheoldred, the Apocalypse
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
25%synergy
Ledger Shredder
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
24%synergy
Top Cards
Eternal Witness
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
23%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
21%synergy
Farseek
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Muldrotha, the Gravetide
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Icetill Explorer
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
20%synergy
Nature's Lore
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Birds of Paradise
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Six
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Sakura-Tribe Elder
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Hedron Crab
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Game Changers
Demonic Tutor
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
19%synergy
Mystical Tutor
36%inclusion8 decks22 decks
28%synergy
Rhystic Study
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Gifts Ungiven
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
25%synergy
Bolas's Citadel
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Force of Will
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Ancient Tomb
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Worldly Tutor
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Creatures
Hermit Druid
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Aftermath Analyst
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Overlord of the Balemurk
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Stitcher's Supplier
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Kheru Goldkeeper
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Platinum Angel
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Platinum Emperion
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Teval, the Balanced Scale
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Colossal Grave-Reaver
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Glarb, Calamity's Augur
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
19%synergy
Underrealm Lich
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Delighted Halfling
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Deathrite Shaman
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Disciple of Freyalise
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Skull Prophet
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Llanowar Elves
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Witherbloom Apprentice
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Essence Warden
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Vilis, Broker of Blood
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Colossal Skyturtle
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Angel of Suffering
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Willowdusk, Essence Seer
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Timeless Witness
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
9%synergy
The Gitrog Monster
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Lier, Disciple of the Drowned
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Bloodthirsty Conqueror
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Cosmogoyf
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Fangkeeper's Familiar
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Snapcaster Mage
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Baleful Strix
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-3%synergy
Sidisi, Brood Tyrant
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Emrakul, the Promised End
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Nyx Weaver
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Lotuslight Dancers
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Shigeki, Jukai Visionary
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Hullbreaker Horror
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Satyr Wayfinder
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Uro, Titan of Nature's Wrath
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Tatyova, Benthic Druid
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-8%synergy
Marang River Regent
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Bloom Tender
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Syr Konrad, the Grim
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-8%synergy
Opposition Agent
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Elves of Deep Shadow
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Lilysplash Mentor
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Kiora's Follower
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Blood Artist
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Emrakul, the World Anew
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Host of the Hereafter
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Fauna Shaman
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Instants
Mana Drain
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Swan Song
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Arcane Denial
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Assassin's Trophy
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
-4%synergy
Fact or Fiction
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
22%synergy
Tear Asunder
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Sink into Stupor
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Counterspell
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
-8%synergy
Fell the Profane
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Dark Ritual
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Beast Within
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Grisly Salvage
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Rakshasa's Bargain
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
19%synergy
Waterlogged Teachings
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Pact of Negation
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Noxious Revival
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Veil of Summer
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Heritage Reclamation
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Consign to Memory
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Abrupt Decay
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Three Steps Ahead
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Weather the Storm
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Lim-Dûl's Vault
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Mindbreak Trap
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Auroral Procession
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Cabal Ritual
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Smuggler's Surprise
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Harrow
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Flusterstorm
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Force of Negation
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Stifle
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Mystic Confluence
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Grapple with the Past
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Vampiric Tutor
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Tifa's Limit Break
13%inclusion2 decks16 decks
12%synergy
Deadly Rollick
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-4%synergy
Pongify
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Drown in the Loch
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Snakeskin Veil
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Heroic Intervention
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-12%synergy
Crop Rotation
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-3%synergy
Entomb
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
0%synergy
Growth Spiral
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-8%synergy
Brainstorm
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Force of Vigor
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Culling the Weak
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Forbidden Alchemy
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Occult Epiphany
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Sorceries
Reanimate
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
23%synergy
Windfall
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
19%synergy
Culling Ritual
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Life from the Loam
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Three Visits
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Dread Return
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Death Begets Life
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Breach the Multiverse
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Lórien Revealed
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Toxic Deluge
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-1%synergy
Malevolent Rumble
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Rite of Replication
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Singularity Rupture
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Agadeem's Awakening
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Dark Petition
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Rampant Growth
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-24%synergy
Dryad's Revival
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
In Garruk's Wake
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Expropriate
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Doppelgang
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Damnation
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Villainous Wealth
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-4%synergy
Ponder
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Eldritch Evolution
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Afterlife from the Loam
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
0%synergy
Pest Infestation
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Victimize
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-6%synergy
Repay in Kind
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Wear Down
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Profane Transfusion
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Yawgmoth's Will
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Duress
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Finale of Devastation
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Blasphemous Edict
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Will of the Sultai
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Search for Tomorrow
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Bridgeworks Battle
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Living Death
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-3%synergy
Preordain
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Insatiable Avarice
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Necromantic Selection
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Bushwhack
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Rise of the Dark Realms
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Regrowth
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Chain of Smog
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Spinning Wheel Kick
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Nuclear Fallout
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Esper Origins
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
5%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Mesmeric Orb
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Palantír of Orthanc
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
19%synergy
Lightning Greaves
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
0%synergy
The Endstone
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
21%synergy
Conduit of Worlds
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-11%synergy
Altar of Dementia
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Hedge Shredder
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Oblivion Stone
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Crucible of Worlds
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
2%synergy
The One Ring
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Mithril Coat
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Mirage Mirror
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Riverchurn Monument
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Wishclaw Talisman
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Pact Weapon
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Genji Glove
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
5%synergy
The Earth Crystal
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
2%synergy
Enchantments
Walk-In Closet // Forgotten Cellar
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
23%synergy
Glacierwood Siege
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Sylvan Library
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Teval's Judgment
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Mystic Remora
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
2%synergy
Out of the Tombs
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Sultai Ascendancy
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Grim Feast
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Eldrazi Conscription
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Unstoppable Plan
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Lich
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Awaken the Honored Dead
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Omniscience
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Mana Reflection
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Wound Reflection
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Animate Dead
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-4%synergy
Stillness in Motion
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Virtue of Persistence
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Meltstrider's Resolve
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Planeswalkers
Ugin, Eye of the Storms
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Ugin, the Spirit Dragon
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Professor Onyx
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Narset, Parter of Veils
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Utility Lands
Boseiju, Who Endures
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
19%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Takenuma, Abandoned Mire
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Mistrise Village
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Shifting Woodland
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Dakmor Salvage
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Bojuka Bog
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-12%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
10%synergy
Sunken Palace
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Phyrexian Tower
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Alchemist's Refuge
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Halimar Depths
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Kishla Village
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Spymaster's Vault
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Lonely Sandbar
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Tranquil Thicket
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Drownyard Temple
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Strip Mine
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
4%synergy
Rogue's Passage
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-9%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
77%inclusion17 decks22 decks
-5%synergy
Arcane Signet
64%inclusion14 decks22 decks
-8%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Talisman of Resilience
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
3%synergy
Dimir Signet
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Talisman of Curiosity
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Talisman of Dominance
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-3%synergy
Fellwar Stone
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-1%synergy
Basalt Monolith
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
7%synergy
Gilded Lotus
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Chrome Mox
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
3%synergy
All-Fates Scroll
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Blitzball
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
6%synergy
Ether
5.9%inclusion1 decks17 decks
6%synergy
Lands
Island
95%inclusion21 decks22 decks
5%synergy
Swamp
91%inclusion20 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Forest
91%inclusion20 decks22 decks
0%synergy
Command Tower
82%inclusion18 decks22 decks
-9%synergy
Watery Grave
68%inclusion15 decks22 decks
24%synergy
Misty Rainforest
64%inclusion14 decks22 decks
29%synergy
Breeding Pool
64%inclusion14 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Polluted Delta
64%inclusion14 decks22 decks
29%synergy
Exotic Orchard
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
-1%synergy
Overgrown Tomb
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Hedge Maze
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
36%synergy
Zagoth Triome
55%inclusion12 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Opulent Palace
50%inclusion11 decks22 decks
-3%synergy
Underground Mortuary
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
27%synergy
Morphic Pool
45%inclusion10 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Undercity Sewers
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
24%synergy
Undergrowth Stadium
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Rejuvenating Springs
41%inclusion9 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
32%inclusion7 decks22 decks
23%synergy
Windswept Heath
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Evolving Wilds
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
0%synergy
Sink into Stupor
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Wastewood Verge
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
19%synergy
Marsh Flats
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
18%synergy
Hinterland Harbor
27%inclusion6 decks22 decks
-19%synergy
Fell the Profane
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
16%synergy
Vineglimmer Snarl
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Bayou
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Foreboding Landscape
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
-1%synergy
Willowrush Verge
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Twilight Mire
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Waterlogged Teachings
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
20%synergy
Flooded Strand
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
12%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
23%inclusion5 decks22 decks
13%synergy
Disciple of Freyalise
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
15%synergy
Llanowar Wastes
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-13%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
17%synergy
Wooded Foothills
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
8%synergy
Jungle Hollow
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
11%synergy
Underground River
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
1%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
14%synergy
Scalding Tarn
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Flooded Grove
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
6%synergy
Dreamroot Cascade
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
-9%synergy
City of Brass
18%inclusion4 decks22 decks
9%synergy
Fabled Passage
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-11%synergy
Yavimaya Coast
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-15%synergy
Darkwater Catacombs
14%inclusion3 decks22 decks
-5%synergy