Xyris, the Writhing Storm (Commander) - Commander Matters

Julia Maddalena
Mar 13, 2026
Fire and Ice: Which Cards are Hot and Cold for Xyris, the Writhing Storm?
Snakes. Why'd it have to be Snakes? On this week's Fire and Ice, we'll answer that question with the powerhouse Xyris, the Writhing Storm.
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Moxfield
Scryfall
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Flashback
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
4%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Impact Tremors
56%inclusion33 decks59 decks
49%synergy
Shared Animosity
46%inclusion27 decks59 decks
43%synergy
Windfall
51%inclusion30 decks59 decks
42%synergy
Snakeskin Veil
46%inclusion27 decks59 decks
39%synergy
Reliquary Tower
66%inclusion39 decks59 decks
36%synergy
Scrawling Crawler
39%inclusion21 decks54 decks
36%synergy
Tyvar's Stand
41%inclusion24 decks59 decks
35%synergy
Invigorate
36%inclusion21 decks59 decks
34%synergy
Goblin Bombardment
37%inclusion22 decks59 decks
34%synergy
Simic Charm
36%inclusion21 decks59 decks
32%synergy
Top Cards
Cultivate
64%inclusion38 decks59 decks
23%synergy
Kodama's Reach
59%inclusion35 decks59 decks
28%synergy
Counterspell
53%inclusion31 decks59 decks
21%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
47%inclusion28 decks59 decks
23%synergy
Growth Spiral
46%inclusion27 decks59 decks
21%synergy
Farseek
46%inclusion27 decks59 decks
-1%synergy
Rampant Growth
46%inclusion27 decks59 decks
12%synergy
Arcane Denial
46%inclusion27 decks59 decks
30%synergy
Beast Within
42%inclusion25 decks59 decks
5%synergy
Cryptolith Rite
34%inclusion20 decks59 decks
29%synergy
Game Changers
Cyclonic Rift
20%inclusion12 decks59 decks
-1%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
15%inclusion9 decks59 decks
-3%synergy
Jeska's Will
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
-7%synergy
Ancient Tomb
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
-1%synergy
Force of Will
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
0%synergy
Worldly Tutor
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
-6%synergy
Mystical Tutor
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
-5%synergy
Underworld Breach
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
-3%synergy
Mana Vault
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
-2%synergy
Gamble
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
-3%synergy
Creatures
Enduring Vitality
33%inclusion18 decks55 decks
25%synergy
Purphoros, God of the Forge
32%inclusion19 decks59 decks
28%synergy
Witty Roastmaster
31%inclusion18 decks59 decks
28%synergy
Birds of Paradise
29%inclusion17 decks59 decks
-6%synergy
The Locust God
29%inclusion17 decks59 decks
26%synergy
Magus of the Wheel
27%inclusion16 decks59 decks
24%synergy
Sakura-Tribe Elder
27%inclusion16 decks59 decks
15%synergy
Razorkin Needlehead
27%inclusion15 decks56 decks
25%synergy
Kami of the Crescent Moon
25%inclusion15 decks59 decks
23%synergy
Psychosis Crawler
25%inclusion15 decks59 decks
23%synergy
Kaseto, Orochi Archmage
24%inclusion14 decks59 decks
22%synergy
Agate Instigator
24%inclusion14 decks59 decks
21%synergy
Coiling Oracle
24%inclusion14 decks59 decks
20%synergy
Molten Gatekeeper
24%inclusion14 decks59 decks
21%synergy
Adrix and Nev, Twincasters
22%inclusion13 decks59 decks
15%synergy
Junk Winder
22%inclusion13 decks59 decks
19%synergy
Whirlpool Warrior
22%inclusion13 decks59 decks
20%synergy
Jace's Archivist
22%inclusion13 decks59 decks
19%synergy
Chasm Skulker
20%inclusion12 decks59 decks
18%synergy
Llanowar Elves
19%inclusion11 decks59 decks
3%synergy
Edric, Spymaster of Trest
19%inclusion11 decks59 decks
17%synergy
Trygon Predator
17%inclusion10 decks59 decks
16%synergy
Seshiro the Anointed
15%inclusion9 decks59 decks
14%synergy
Stormchaser Drake
15%inclusion9 decks59 decks
14%synergy
Weftstalker Ardent
15%inclusion6 decks41 decks
12%synergy
Craterhoof Behemoth
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
9%synergy
Cold-Eyed Selkie
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
12%synergy
Elvish Mystic
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
1%synergy
Heartwood Storyteller
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
11%synergy
Rattleclaw Mystic
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Ohran Viper
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
11%synergy
Goblin Anarchomancer
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
1%synergy
Krang, the All-Powerful
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
11%synergy
Curiosity Crafter
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
9%synergy
Humble Defector
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
9%synergy
Oakhame Adversary
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
10%synergy
Faerie Mastermind
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
6%synergy
Laboratory Maniac
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
7%synergy
Neheb, Dreadhorde Champion
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
10%synergy
Bloom Tender
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
-2%synergy
Red Death, Shipwrecker
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
8%synergy
Jaheira, Friend of the Forest
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
6%synergy
Deeproot Wayfinder
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
8%synergy
Mercurial Spelldancer
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
8%synergy
Geode Golem
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
8%synergy
Surrakar Spellblade
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
8%synergy
Delighted Halfling
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
-8%synergy
Eternal Witness
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
-9%synergy
Mischievous Catgeist
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
6%synergy
Fanatic of Rhonas
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
-3%synergy
Instants
Chaos Warp
34%inclusion20 decks59 decks
3%synergy
Gaea's Gift
32%inclusion19 decks59 decks
28%synergy
Heroic Intervention
32%inclusion19 decks59 decks
6%synergy
Temur Battle Rage
32%inclusion19 decks59 decks
28%synergy
Blossoming Defense
32%inclusion19 decks59 decks
30%synergy
Tamiyo's Safekeeping
32%inclusion19 decks59 decks
26%synergy
Giant Growth
31%inclusion18 decks59 decks
29%synergy
Titanic Growth
31%inclusion18 decks59 decks
29%synergy
Vines of Vastwood
31%inclusion18 decks59 decks
29%synergy
Shore Up
27%inclusion16 decks59 decks
25%synergy
Groundswell
27%inclusion16 decks59 decks
26%synergy
Titan's Strength
27%inclusion16 decks59 decks
26%synergy
Become Immense
25%inclusion15 decks59 decks
24%synergy
Negate
25%inclusion15 decks59 decks
10%synergy
Brute Force
25%inclusion15 decks59 decks
24%synergy
Temur Charm
24%inclusion14 decks59 decks
20%synergy
Colossal Growth
22%inclusion13 decks59 decks
21%synergy
Collision // Colossus
22%inclusion13 decks59 decks
21%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
22%inclusion13 decks59 decks
3%synergy
Decisive Denial
20%inclusion12 decks59 decks
16%synergy
Overprotect
20%inclusion12 decks59 decks
18%synergy
Pongify
19%inclusion11 decks59 decks
7%synergy
Bulk Up
19%inclusion10 decks54 decks
17%synergy
Reality Shift
17%inclusion10 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Get a Leg Up
17%inclusion10 decks59 decks
16%synergy
Mutagenic Growth
17%inclusion10 decks59 decks
16%synergy
Mana Drain
15%inclusion9 decks59 decks
3%synergy
Deflecting Swat
15%inclusion9 decks59 decks
-3%synergy
Fully Grown
15%inclusion9 decks59 decks
14%synergy
Long River's Pull
15%inclusion9 decks59 decks
14%synergy
Khalni Ambush
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
12%synergy
Ram Through
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
12%synergy
Siege Smash
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
12%synergy
Vision Skeins
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
12%synergy
Joint Exploration
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
12%synergy
Dream Fracture
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
12%synergy
Hunter's Insight
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
11%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
-1%synergy
Krosan Grip
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
8%synergy
Unleash Fury
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
11%synergy
Blazing Crescendo
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
11%synergy
Monstrous Rage
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
11%synergy
Harrow
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
1%synergy
Wheel and Deal
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
10%synergy
Collective Resistance
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
7%synergy
Infuriate
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
11%synergy
Inscription of Abundance
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
9%synergy
Might of the Masses
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
11%synergy
Boon of Boseiju
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
10%synergy
Bite Down
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
9%synergy
Sorceries
Nature's Lore
32%inclusion19 decks59 decks
-2%synergy
Blasphemous Act
27%inclusion16 decks59 decks
-6%synergy
Winds of Change
27%inclusion16 decks59 decks
24%synergy
Three Visits
24%inclusion14 decks59 decks
-3%synergy
Molten Psyche
24%inclusion14 decks59 decks
22%synergy
Explore
24%inclusion14 decks59 decks
9%synergy
Reforge the Soul
24%inclusion14 decks59 decks
22%synergy
Echo of Eons
20%inclusion12 decks59 decks
18%synergy
Prosperity
19%inclusion11 decks59 decks
17%synergy
Armed // Dangerous
17%inclusion10 decks59 decks
16%synergy
Time Reversal
15%inclusion9 decks59 decks
14%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
8%synergy
Minds Aglow
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
11%synergy
Whelming Wave
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
11%synergy
Vandalblast
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
3%synergy
Day's Undoing
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
10%synergy
Skyscribing
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
10%synergy
Khorvath's Fury
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
10%synergy
Game Plan
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
8%synergy
Fascination
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
8%synergy
Hull Breach
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
3%synergy
Thrash // Threat
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
8%synergy
Commit // Memory
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
7%synergy
Roar of Challenge
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
8%synergy
Burning Inquiry
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
8%synergy
Tempt with Discovery
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Timetwister
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
6%synergy
Ravenform
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
6%synergy
Shared Roots
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
-5%synergy
Triumph of the Hordes
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Reckless Charge
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
5%synergy
Finale of Devastation
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
-4%synergy
Explosive Vegetation
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
1%synergy
Incendiary Command
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
5%synergy
Decimate
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
1%synergy
Summer Bloom
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
1%synergy
Raise the Palisade
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
3%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Howling Mine
34%inclusion20 decks59 decks
31%synergy
Lightning Greaves
31%inclusion18 decks59 decks
6%synergy
Teferi's Puzzle Box
29%inclusion17 decks59 decks
26%synergy
Skullclamp
25%inclusion15 decks59 decks
21%synergy
Font of Mythos
20%inclusion12 decks59 decks
19%synergy
Phyrexian Altar
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
12%synergy
Folio of Fancies
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
12%synergy
Ashnod's Altar
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
10%synergy
Combine Chrysalis
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
10%synergy
Stoneforge Masterwork
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
10%synergy
Spellbook
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
9%synergy
Temple Bell
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
9%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
5%synergy
Goldvein Pick
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
6%synergy
Venser's Journal
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
6%synergy
Banner of Kinship
5.6%inclusion3 decks54 decks
4%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Coat of Arms
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Library of Leng
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
3%synergy
Eldrazi Monument
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Altar of the Brood
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Dictate of Kruphix
31%inclusion18 decks59 decks
28%synergy
Beastmaster Ascension
29%inclusion17 decks59 decks
26%synergy
Forced Fruition
27%inclusion16 decks59 decks
25%synergy
Rites of Flourishing
24%inclusion14 decks59 decks
21%synergy
Season of Growth
22%inclusion13 decks59 decks
20%synergy
Snake Umbra
19%inclusion11 decks59 decks
17%synergy
Wizard Class
17%inclusion10 decks59 decks
15%synergy
Combat Research
15%inclusion9 decks59 decks
14%synergy
Fevered Visions
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
12%synergy
Parallel Lives
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
8%synergy
Burgeoning
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
11%synergy
Exploration
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
2%synergy
Sticky Fingers
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
11%synergy
Struggle for Project Purity
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
10%synergy
Growing Rites of Itlimoc
10%inclusion6 decks59 decks
6%synergy
Doubling Season
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
1%synergy
Roar of Resistance
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
7%synergy
Fecundity
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
8%synergy
Springleaf Parade
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
6%synergy
Curiosity
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
5%synergy
Kindred Discovery
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
2%synergy
Aqueous Form
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Bear Umbra
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
3%synergy
Nerd Rage
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
6%synergy
Wild Growth
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
-4%synergy
Rhythm of the Wild
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
-14%synergy
Level Up
5.6%inclusion1 decks18 decks
4%synergy
City on Fire
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Warstorm Surge
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
0%synergy
Rising of the Day
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
3%synergy
Ominous Seas
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
4%synergy
On the Trail
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
5%synergy
Wild Defiance
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
5%synergy
Mystic Remora
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
-7%synergy
Fervor
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
5%synergy
Sylvan Library
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
-2%synergy
Rancor
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Proft's Eidetic Memory
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Song of Freyalise
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
5%synergy
Witness Protection
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Fires of Yavimaya
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
3%synergy
Planeswalkers
Jace Beleren
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
11%synergy
Xenagos, the Reveler
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Utility Lands
Kessig Wolf Run
34%inclusion20 decks59 decks
20%synergy
Mikokoro, Center of the Sea
27%inclusion16 decks59 decks
25%synergy
Geier Reach Sanitarium
20%inclusion12 decks59 decks
18%synergy
Rogue's Passage
19%inclusion11 decks59 decks
3%synergy
Oran-Rief, the Vastwood
15%inclusion9 decks59 decks
14%synergy
Boseiju, Who Endures
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
-8%synergy
Three Tree City
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
8%synergy
Mistrise Village
12%inclusion6 decks52 decks
-5%synergy
Evendo, Waking Haven
10%inclusion4 decks41 decks
7%synergy
Command Beacon
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
5%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
-8%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
5%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
-9%synergy
Temple of the False God
6.8%inclusion4 decks59 decks
-2%synergy
Mosswort Bridge
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
-9%synergy
Castle Embereth
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
5%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
78%inclusion46 decks59 decks
-5%synergy
Arcane Signet
75%inclusion44 decks59 decks
3%synergy
Thought Vessel
44%inclusion26 decks59 decks
34%synergy
Decanter of Endless Water
25%inclusion15 decks59 decks
22%synergy
Simic Signet
17%inclusion10 decks59 decks
7%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
15%inclusion9 decks59 decks
5%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
-2%synergy
Izzet Signet
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Commander's Sphere
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Fellwar Stone
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
-6%synergy
Talisman of Curiosity
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
-4%synergy
Gruul Signet
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
3%synergy
Talisman of Impulse
8.5%inclusion5 decks59 decks
-6%synergy
Lotus Petal
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
-6%synergy
Ketria Crystal
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Temur Banner
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Midnight Clock
5.1%inclusion3 decks59 decks
3%synergy
Lands
Forest
98%inclusion58 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Island
98%inclusion58 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Mountain
95%inclusion56 decks59 decks
3%synergy
Command Tower
92%inclusion54 decks59 decks
0%synergy
Frontier Bivouac
64%inclusion38 decks59 decks
13%synergy
Cinder Glade
47%inclusion28 decks59 decks
7%synergy
Exotic Orchard
44%inclusion26 decks59 decks
-12%synergy
Steam Vents
41%inclusion24 decks59 decks
-4%synergy
Breeding Pool
41%inclusion24 decks59 decks
-7%synergy
Sulfur Falls
39%inclusion23 decks59 decks
-2%synergy
Hinterland Harbor
39%inclusion23 decks59 decks
-4%synergy
Stomping Ground
36%inclusion21 decks59 decks
-11%synergy
Rootbound Crag
32%inclusion19 decks59 decks
-7%synergy
Yavimaya Coast
31%inclusion18 decks59 decks
-4%synergy
Ketria Triome
31%inclusion18 decks59 decks
-10%synergy
Dreamroot Cascade
29%inclusion17 decks59 decks
1%synergy
Shivan Reef
27%inclusion16 decks59 decks
-5%synergy
Evolving Wilds
27%inclusion16 decks59 decks
0%synergy
Training Center
27%inclusion16 decks59 decks
-2%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
24%inclusion14 decks59 decks
3%synergy
Wooded Foothills
24%inclusion14 decks59 decks
-11%synergy
Temple of Mystery
24%inclusion14 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Scalding Tarn
24%inclusion14 decks59 decks
-9%synergy
Rejuvenating Springs
24%inclusion14 decks59 decks
-10%synergy
Rockfall Vale
22%inclusion13 decks59 decks
-9%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
22%inclusion13 decks59 decks
6%synergy
Misty Rainforest
22%inclusion13 decks59 decks
-12%synergy
Bountiful Landscape
22%inclusion13 decks59 decks
0%synergy
Temple of Epiphany
22%inclusion13 decks59 decks
5%synergy
Karplusan Forest
20%inclusion12 decks59 decks
-6%synergy
Spire Garden
19%inclusion11 decks59 decks
-10%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
17%inclusion10 decks59 decks
4%synergy
Temple of Abandon
17%inclusion10 decks59 decks
-2%synergy
Simic Growth Chamber
15%inclusion9 decks59 decks
0%synergy
Fabled Passage
15%inclusion9 decks59 decks
3%synergy
Taiga
15%inclusion9 decks59 decks
0%synergy
Swiftwater Cliffs
15%inclusion9 decks59 decks
10%synergy
Gruul Turf
15%inclusion9 decks59 decks
1%synergy
Rugged Highlands
15%inclusion9 decks59 decks
9%synergy
Khalni Ambush
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
12%synergy
Tropical Island
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
-2%synergy
Volcanic Island
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
-1%synergy
Flooded Grove
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
-2%synergy
Thornwood Falls
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
7%synergy
Polluted Delta
14%inclusion8 decks59 decks
3%synergy
Sodden Verdure
12%inclusion3 decks25 decks
7%synergy
Game Trail
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
0%synergy
Myriad Landscape
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
2%synergy
Ash Barrens
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
8%synergy
Flooded Strand
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
1%synergy