Xyris, the Writhing Storm (Commander) - Budget Upgraded Group Hug

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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Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Tyvar's Stand
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
45%synergy
Snakeskin Veil
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
43%synergy
Invigorate
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
40%synergy
Blossoming Defense
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
39%synergy
Molten Gatekeeper
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
39%synergy
Harrow
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
39%synergy
Decisive Denial
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
37%synergy
Colossal Growth
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
32%synergy
Long River's Pull
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
32%synergy
Chasm Skulker
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
31%synergy
Top Cards
Farseek
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
11%synergy
Growth Spiral
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Negate
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
26%synergy
Rampant Growth
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Arcane Denial
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
26%synergy
Windfall
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Junk Winder
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
30%synergy
Llanowar Elves
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
18%synergy
Coiling Oracle
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
30%synergy
Impact Tremors
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
27%synergy
Creatures
Sakura-Tribe Elder
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
21%synergy
Raphael, Tough Turtle
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Krang, the All-Powerful
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Weftstalker Ardent
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Psychosis Crawler
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
22%synergy
Witty Roastmaster
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
22%synergy
Elvish Mystic
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Howling Golem
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Horizon Chimera
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Zurzoth, Chaos Rider
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Magus of the Wheel
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
22%synergy
Goblin Anarchomancer
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Glen Elendra Guardian
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
25%synergy
Círdan the Shipwright
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Tatyova, Benthic Druid
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Curiosity Crafter
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Red Death, Shipwrecker
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Edric, Spymaster of Trest
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Zada, Hedron Grinder
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Zenith Chronicler
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Barbed Shocker
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
17%synergy
Whirlpool Warrior
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Lorescale Coatl
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
The Locust God
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Mina and Denn, Wildborn
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
12%synergy
Lore Broker
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Dragon Mage
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Triskaidekaphile
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Frenzied Baloth
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Chameleon, Master of Disguise
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Spider Manifestation
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Friendly Teddy
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Reclamation Sage
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Lore Weaver
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Plumecreed Escort
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Junk Diver
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Jaheira, Friend of the Forest
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Shaun, Father of Synths
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Duggan, Private Detective
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Winged Coatl
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Humble Defector
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Saiba Cryptomancer
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Kaseto, Orochi Archmage
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Agonasaur Rex
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Scrawling Crawler
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Koma, World-Eater
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Scavenging Ooze
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Fertilid
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Scrapshooter
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Ley Weaver
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Instants
Collective Resistance
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
29%synergy
Shore Up
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
31%synergy
Counterspell
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
12%synergy
Chaos Warp
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
-6%synergy
Colossal Might
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Temur Battle Rage
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
21%synergy
Ram Through
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Siege Smash
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Unleash Fury
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Giant Growth
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Monstrous Rage
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Vision Skeins
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Return to Nature
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
21%synergy
Slip Out the Back
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
21%synergy
Vines of Vastwood
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Tamiyo's Safekeeping
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
19%synergy
Mutagenic Growth
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Simic Charm
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
21%synergy
Groundswell
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Royal Treatment
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Chorus of Might
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
17%synergy
Collision // Colossus
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-3%synergy
Expedite
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Echoing Courage
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
17%synergy
Khalni Ambush
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Become Immense
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Massive Might
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
17%synergy
Staggering Size
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Nature's Claim
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Reality Shift
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Beast Within
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-21%synergy
Dreadmaw's Ire
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Resculpt
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Embiggen
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
17%synergy
Peerless Recycling
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Joint Exploration
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Bull's Strength
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
17%synergy
Borrowed Hostility
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
17%synergy
Mana Leak
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Overprotect
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Cosmic Hunger
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Cunning Maneuver
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
16%synergy
Origin of Metalbending
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
7%synergy
Blitzball Shot
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Glimpse of Freedom
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Massive Raid
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Arachnoid Adaptation
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Pongify
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-4%synergy
Sorceries
Cultivate
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
-17%synergy
Search for Tomorrow
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
21%synergy
Explore
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
11%synergy
Overrun
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Consuming Tide
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Wear Down
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Scale Up
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Tales of the Ancestors
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Commit // Memory
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Finale of Revelation
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Nature's Lore
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-17%synergy
Blasphemous Act
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-17%synergy
Time Reversal
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Armed // Dangerous
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Summer Bloom
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
12%synergy
Dragonclaw Strike
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
6%synergy
Collective Voyage
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Pyretic Charge
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Green Sun's Twilight
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Game Plan
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Unnatural Restoration
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Ecological Appreciation
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Chain Reaction
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Corporeal Projection
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Burn Down the House
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Wheel of Misfortune
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Electroduplicate
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Kodama's Reach
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-23%synergy
Three Visits
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-18%synergy
Journey of Discovery
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Preposterous Proportions
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Atraxa's Fall
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Structural Assault
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Spiraling Embers
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Oversimplify
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Fascination
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Sakashima's Will
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Thrash // Threat
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Primal Command
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Vandalblast
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Collective Unconscious
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Devastation Tide
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Mythos of Illuna
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Collective Defiance
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Reckless Charge
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Vivisection
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Tempt with Discovery
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Rousing Refrain
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Sweltering Suns
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Wash Out
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Combine Chrysalis
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Spellbook
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Howling Mine
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Soul-Guide Lantern
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Citanul Flute
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Evolution Vat
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Thunderous Velocipede
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Banner of Kinship
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Sigil of Valor
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Emerald Medallion
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Enchantments
Wizard Class
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Forced Fruition
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Sylvan Anthem
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Wild Growth
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Fevered Visions
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Shared Animosity
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
22%synergy
Curse of Verbosity
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Raiding Schemes
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Utopia Sprawl
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Beastmaster Ascension
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Well of Ideas
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Season of Growth
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Rising of the Day
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Struggle for Project Purity
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Rites of Flourishing
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Dictate of Kruphix
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Opposition
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Curse of Obsession
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
17%synergy
Goblin Bombardment
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Sidequest: Play Blitzball
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
A Realm Reborn
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Exploration
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-2%synergy
Reconnaissance Mission
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Teferi's Ageless Insight
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Intruder Alarm
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Curiosity
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Case of the Locked Hothouse
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Primal Empathy
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Spelunking
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Curse of Shaken Faith
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
The Hunger Tide Rises
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Retreat to Kazandu
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Gift of Paradise
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Roaring Earth
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Song of Eärendil
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Nerd Rage
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Psychic Impetus
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Eel Umbra
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Curse of Surveillance
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Case of the Trampled Garden
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Simic Ascendancy
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Ominous Seas
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Double Vision
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Bravado
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Curse of Predation
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Monstrous Vortex
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Snake Umbra
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Wolfwillow Haven
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Curse of Stalked Prey
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Battles
Invasion of Zendikar
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Planeswalkers
Domri, Chaos Bringer
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Xenagos, the Reveler
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Domri, Anarch of Bolas
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Jace Beleren
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Rogue's Passage
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Geier Reach Sanitarium
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Kessig Wolf Run
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Oran-Rief, the Vastwood
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Ghost Quarter
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Mikokoro, Center of the Sea
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Cephalid Coliseum
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
-14%synergy
Sol Ring
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
-33%synergy
Thought Vessel
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
32%synergy
Patchwork Banner
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Izzet Signet
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Simic Signet
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Decanter of Endless Water
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Talisman of Curiosity
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Bounty Board
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
17%synergy
Talisman of Impulse
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Bender's Waterskin
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Commander's Sphere
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-8%synergy
Pristine Talisman
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Pentad Prism
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Gruul Cluestone
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Fellwar Stone
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-9%synergy
Coveted Jewel
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Manalith
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Mind Stone
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Solar Transformer
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Gruul Signet
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
0%synergy
Energy Refractor
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Lands
Mountain
100%inclusion12 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Island
100%inclusion12 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Forest
100%inclusion12 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Command Tower
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
-16%synergy
Cinder Glade
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Exotic Orchard
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
-14%synergy
Sulfur Falls
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Frontier Bivouac
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
-9%synergy
Hinterland Harbor
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
-1%synergy
Game Trail
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
22%synergy
Shivan Reef
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Yavimaya Coast
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
-1%synergy
Temple of Epiphany
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
17%synergy
Temple of Mystery
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Rootbound Crag
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
-6%synergy
Rockfall Vale
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
-6%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Bountiful Landscape
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Swiftwater Cliffs
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
20%synergy
Vineglimmer Snarl
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Temple of Abandon
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Ash Barrens
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
21%synergy
Molten Tributary
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
22%synergy
Rugged Highlands
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
18%synergy
Frostboil Snarl
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Evolving Wilds
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
-2%synergy
Simic Growth Chamber
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Khalni Ambush
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-5%synergy
Tangled Islet
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
12%synergy
Gruul Turf
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Thriving Grove
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Path of Ancestry
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-12%synergy
Wooded Ridgeline
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Dreamroot Cascade
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-11%synergy
Thornwood Falls
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Quandrix Campus
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Mossfire Valley
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-2%synergy
Prismari Campus
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Riverglide Pathway
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Riverpyre Verge
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Tangled Florahedron
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Overflowing Basin
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Ferrous Lake
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Thriving Isle
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Waterlogged Grove
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Botanical Sanctum
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Thriving Bluff
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy