Y'shtola, Night's Blessed (Commander) - Commander Matters

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Jonathan Zucchetti
Feb 12, 2026
The Problem of Generic Commanders
How do you build a commander that doesn't really give you an idea of how to build it? Is it worth it to build a generic commander?
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Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Unexpected Assistance
2.6%inclusion1 decks39 decks
2%synergy
Sygg, Wanderwine Wisdom
1.8%inclusion1 decks57 decks
1%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Snuff Out
81%inclusion61 decks75 decks
73%synergy
Curiosity
73%inclusion55 decks75 decks
65%synergy
Ophidian Eye
64%inclusion48 decks75 decks
59%synergy
Dismember
59%inclusion44 decks75 decks
53%synergy
Helm of the Ghastlord
57%inclusion43 decks75 decks
53%synergy
Unwind
56%inclusion42 decks75 decks
50%synergy
Lyse Hext
59%inclusion43 decks73 decks
50%synergy
Rewind
55%inclusion41 decks75 decks
50%synergy
Emet-Selch of the Third Seat
58%inclusion42 decks73 decks
48%synergy
Papalymo Totolymo
58%inclusion42 decks73 decks
47%synergy
Top Cards
Void Rend
75%inclusion56 decks75 decks
40%synergy
Propaganda
69%inclusion52 decks75 decks
42%synergy
Frantic Search
59%inclusion44 decks75 decks
41%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
57%inclusion43 decks75 decks
-11%synergy
Deadly Rollick
53%inclusion40 decks75 decks
39%synergy
Anguished Unmaking
53%inclusion40 decks75 decks
28%synergy
Transpose
52%inclusion38 decks73 decks
44%synergy
Vindicate
48%inclusion36 decks75 decks
38%synergy
Ghostly Prison
48%inclusion36 decks75 decks
26%synergy
Alisaie Leveilleur
48%inclusion35 decks73 decks
39%synergy
Game Changers
Rhystic Study
44%inclusion33 decks75 decks
12%synergy
Smothering Tithe
43%inclusion32 decks75 decks
11%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
37%inclusion28 decks75 decks
17%synergy
Bolas's Citadel
32%inclusion24 decks75 decks
23%synergy
Teferi's Protection
27%inclusion20 decks75 decks
10%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
24%inclusion18 decks75 decks
0%synergy
Force of Will
24%inclusion18 decks75 decks
11%synergy
Grand Arbiter Augustin IV
21%inclusion16 decks75 decks
16%synergy
The One Ring
19%inclusion14 decks75 decks
5%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
19%inclusion14 decks75 decks
-1%synergy
Creatures
Alphinaud Leveilleur
48%inclusion35 decks73 decks
40%synergy
Delney, Streetwise Lookout
40%inclusion30 decks75 decks
33%synergy
Kambal, Consul of Allocation
40%inclusion30 decks75 decks
31%synergy
Archmage Emeritus
40%inclusion30 decks75 decks
35%synergy
Fandaniel, Telophoroi Ascian
38%inclusion28 decks73 decks
32%synergy
G'raha Tia, Scion Reborn
37%inclusion27 decks73 decks
31%synergy
Sygg, River Cutthroat
35%inclusion26 decks75 decks
31%synergy
Esper Sentinel
35%inclusion26 decks75 decks
7%synergy
Sheoldred, the Apocalypse
32%inclusion24 decks75 decks
23%synergy
Tataru Taru
29%inclusion21 decks73 decks
20%synergy
Vito, Thorn of the Dusk Rose
28%inclusion21 decks75 decks
20%synergy
Lotho, Corrupt Shirriff
28%inclusion21 decks75 decks
11%synergy
Jin-Gitaxias
27%inclusion20 decks75 decks
25%synergy
Enduring Tenacity
27%inclusion20 decks75 decks
19%synergy
Talion, the Kindly Lord
24%inclusion18 decks75 decks
16%synergy
Baleful Strix
24%inclusion18 decks75 decks
3%synergy
Stormscape Familiar
23%inclusion17 decks75 decks
20%synergy
Hermes, Overseer of Elpis
22%inclusion16 decks73 decks
17%synergy
Tandem Lookout
21%inclusion16 decks75 decks
20%synergy
Spark Double
19%inclusion14 decks75 decks
13%synergy
High Fae Trickster
17%inclusion13 decks75 decks
13%synergy
Krile Baldesion
15%inclusion11 decks73 decks
11%synergy
Roaming Throne
15%inclusion11 decks75 decks
8%synergy
Torrential Gearhulk
13%inclusion10 decks75 decks
11%synergy
Queza, Augur of Agonies
13%inclusion10 decks75 decks
8%synergy
Grand Abolisher
12%inclusion9 decks75 decks
-3%synergy
Orcish Bowmasters
12%inclusion9 decks75 decks
1%synergy
Murderous Rider
11%inclusion8 decks75 decks
2%synergy
Snapcaster Mage
11%inclusion8 decks75 decks
9%synergy
Thancred Waters
10%inclusion7 decks73 decks
7%synergy
Witch Enchanter
9.3%inclusion7 decks75 decks
2%synergy
Archmage of Runes
9.3%inclusion7 decks75 decks
8%synergy
Faerie Mastermind
9.3%inclusion7 decks75 decks
0%synergy
Voice of Victory
9.3%inclusion7 decks75 decks
1%synergy
Y'shtola Rhul
8.2%inclusion6 decks73 decks
7%synergy
Estinien Varlineau
8.2%inclusion6 decks73 decks
6%synergy
Alela, Cunning Conqueror
8.0%inclusion6 decks75 decks
6%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
8.0%inclusion6 decks75 decks
1%synergy
Hypnotic Sprite
8.0%inclusion6 decks75 decks
7%synergy
Psychosis Crawler
8.0%inclusion6 decks75 decks
4%synergy
Emet-Selch, Unsundered
8.0%inclusion6 decks75 decks
7%synergy
Hraesvelgr of the First Brood
6.8%inclusion5 decks73 decks
4%synergy
Displacer Kitten
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
0%synergy
Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
4%synergy
Baral, Chief of Compliance
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
5%synergy
Bloodthirsty Conqueror
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
2%synergy
Chameleon, Master of Disguise
6.3%inclusion4 decks64 decks
4%synergy
Wan Shi Tong, Librarian
5.9%inclusion3 decks51 decks
1%synergy
Hildibrand Manderville
5.5%inclusion4 decks73 decks
3%synergy
Opposition Agent
5.3%inclusion4 decks75 decks
-3%synergy
Instants
Sink into Stupor
39%inclusion29 decks75 decks
26%synergy
Dig Through Time
33%inclusion25 decks75 decks
28%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
32%inclusion24 decks75 decks
24%synergy
Counterspell
32%inclusion24 decks75 decks
-10%synergy
Dovin's Veto
31%inclusion23 decks75 decks
5%synergy
Lethal Scheme
29%inclusion22 decks75 decks
24%synergy
Force of Negation
29%inclusion22 decks75 decks
17%synergy
Fell the Profane
28%inclusion21 decks75 decks
19%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
28%inclusion21 decks75 decks
20%synergy
Disallow
28%inclusion21 decks75 decks
24%synergy
Undermine
25%inclusion19 decks75 decks
23%synergy
Sublime Epiphany
25%inclusion19 decks75 decks
23%synergy
Press the Enemy
23%inclusion17 decks75 decks
21%synergy
Waterlogged Teachings
23%inclusion17 decks75 decks
18%synergy
Generous Gift
23%inclusion17 decks75 decks
8%synergy
Render Silent
21%inclusion16 decks75 decks
18%synergy
Inkshield
21%inclusion16 decks75 decks
12%synergy
Baleful Mastery
20%inclusion15 decks75 decks
18%synergy
Path to Exile
19%inclusion14 decks75 decks
-23%synergy
Brainstorm
17%inclusion13 decks75 decks
0%synergy
Aetherize
17%inclusion13 decks75 decks
13%synergy
Dark Ritual
16%inclusion12 decks75 decks
-3%synergy
Mana Drain
16%inclusion12 decks75 decks
-1%synergy
Slaughter
15%inclusion11 decks75 decks
14%synergy
Mystical Tutor
15%inclusion11 decks75 decks
3%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
13%inclusion10 decks75 decks
-14%synergy
Absorb
12%inclusion9 decks75 decks
9%synergy
Mortify
12%inclusion9 decks75 decks
3%synergy
Force of Despair
11%inclusion8 decks75 decks
10%synergy
Flare of Denial
11%inclusion8 decks75 decks
8%synergy
Misdirection
11%inclusion8 decks75 decks
8%synergy
Vampiric Tutor
11%inclusion8 decks75 decks
-7%synergy
Brainsurge
9.3%inclusion7 decks75 decks
6%synergy
Cryptic Command
9.3%inclusion7 decks75 decks
8%synergy
Overkill
8.5%inclusion6 decks71 decks
6%synergy
Restoration Magic
8.5%inclusion6 decks71 decks
6%synergy
Gifts Ungiven
8.0%inclusion6 decks75 decks
6%synergy
Swan Song
8.0%inclusion6 decks75 decks
-12%synergy
Submerge
8.0%inclusion6 decks75 decks
7%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
8.0%inclusion6 decks75 decks
6%synergy
Counterpoint
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
6%synergy
Bitter Downfall
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
7%synergy
Soul Shatter
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
5%synergy
Crushing Disappointment
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
6%synergy
Malakir Rebirth
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
2%synergy
Into the Story
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
5%synergy
Louisoix's Sacrifice
5.6%inclusion4 decks71 decks
5%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Holy
5.5%inclusion4 decks73 decks
4%synergy
Hagra Mauling
5.3%inclusion4 decks75 decks
4%synergy
Fact or Fiction
5.3%inclusion4 decks75 decks
2%synergy
Sorceries
Toxic Deluge
45%inclusion34 decks75 decks
26%synergy
Exsanguinate
43%inclusion32 decks75 decks
36%synergy
Circle of Power
32%inclusion23 decks73 decks
25%synergy
Irenicus's Vile Duplication
31%inclusion23 decks75 decks
27%synergy
Risky Shortcut
29%inclusion22 decks75 decks
25%synergy
Quantum Misalignment
27%inclusion20 decks75 decks
24%synergy
Syphon Mind
21%inclusion16 decks75 decks
18%synergy
Cleansing Nova
21%inclusion16 decks75 decks
17%synergy
Cornered by Black Mages
18%inclusion13 decks71 decks
16%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
16%inclusion12 decks75 decks
12%synergy
Windfall
15%inclusion11 decks75 decks
1%synergy
Demonic Tutor
15%inclusion11 decks75 decks
-6%synergy
Supreme Verdict
13%inclusion10 decks75 decks
-2%synergy
Rite of Replication
13%inclusion10 decks75 decks
11%synergy
Final Judgment
12%inclusion9 decks75 decks
10%synergy
Farewell
12%inclusion9 decks75 decks
-1%synergy
Treasure Cruise
12%inclusion9 decks75 decks
9%synergy
Cut a Deal
12%inclusion9 decks75 decks
9%synergy
Grim Tutor
12%inclusion9 decks75 decks
8%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
11%inclusion8 decks75 decks
2%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Reanimate
9.3%inclusion7 decks75 decks
-7%synergy
Stock Up
8.0%inclusion6 decks75 decks
6%synergy
Deep Analysis
8.0%inclusion6 decks75 decks
7%synergy
Diabolic Tutor
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
2%synergy
Yahenni's Expertise
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
6%synergy
Starfall Invocation
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
5%synergy
Dark Petition
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
6%synergy
Damn
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
-14%synergy
Torment of Hailfire
5.3%inclusion4 decks75 decks
4%synergy
Austere Command
5.3%inclusion4 decks75 decks
-4%synergy
Lingering Souls
5.3%inclusion4 decks75 decks
4%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
5.3%inclusion4 decks75 decks
3%synergy
Debt to the Deathless
5.3%inclusion4 decks75 decks
3%synergy
Ringsight
5.3%inclusion4 decks75 decks
4%synergy
Lórien Revealed
5.3%inclusion4 decks75 decks
3%synergy
Slaughter the Strong
5.3%inclusion4 decks75 decks
5%synergy
Beseech the Mirror
5.3%inclusion4 decks75 decks
1%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Archaeomancer's Map
35%inclusion26 decks75 decks
29%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
29%inclusion22 decks75 decks
5%synergy
Dancer's Chakrams
26%inclusion19 decks73 decks
20%synergy
Norn's Annex
21%inclusion16 decks75 decks
18%synergy
Lightning Greaves
19%inclusion14 decks75 decks
-4%synergy
The Wind Crystal
17%inclusion12 decks71 decks
12%synergy
Black Mage's Rod
16%inclusion12 decks73 decks
12%synergy
Mithril Coat
16%inclusion12 decks75 decks
12%synergy
Reaper's Scythe
15%inclusion11 decks73 decks
10%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
13%inclusion10 decks75 decks
4%synergy
The Darkness Crystal
11%inclusion8 decks73 decks
9%synergy
Sapphire Medallion
9.3%inclusion7 decks75 decks
8%synergy
Aetherflux Reservoir
9.3%inclusion7 decks75 decks
2%synergy
Mindcrank
9.3%inclusion7 decks75 decks
7%synergy
Basilisk Collar
9.3%inclusion7 decks75 decks
8%synergy
The Water Crystal
8.5%inclusion6 decks71 decks
7%synergy
Blue Mage's Cane
8.2%inclusion6 decks73 decks
4%synergy
Cloud Key
8.0%inclusion6 decks75 decks
5%synergy
Helm of the Host
8.0%inclusion6 decks75 decks
6%synergy
Astrologian's Planisphere
5.5%inclusion4 decks73 decks
2%synergy
Mindsplice Apparatus
5.3%inclusion4 decks75 decks
4%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
5.3%inclusion4 decks75 decks
3%synergy
Enchantments
Black Market Connections
47%inclusion35 decks75 decks
32%synergy
Bloodchief Ascension
37%inclusion28 decks75 decks
32%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
36%inclusion27 decks75 decks
24%synergy
Sigil of Sleep
31%inclusion23 decks75 decks
28%synergy
Eye of Nidhogg
26%inclusion19 decks73 decks
21%synergy
Phyrexian Arena
21%inclusion16 decks75 decks
7%synergy
Sanguine Bond
17%inclusion13 decks75 decks
10%synergy
Phyresis
17%inclusion13 decks75 decks
15%synergy
Observed Stasis
15%inclusion11 decks73 decks
9%synergy
Leyline of Anticipation
15%inclusion11 decks75 decks
10%synergy
Solitary Confinement
15%inclusion11 decks75 decks
13%synergy
As Foretold
15%inclusion11 decks75 decks
12%synergy
Exquisite Blood
12%inclusion9 decks75 decks
6%synergy
Blind Obedience
11%inclusion8 decks75 decks
-2%synergy
Mystic Remora
11%inclusion8 decks75 decks
-10%synergy
Amphibian Downpour
11%inclusion8 decks75 decks
6%synergy
Curator's Ward
9.3%inclusion7 decks75 decks
7%synergy
Grasp of Fate
8.0%inclusion6 decks75 decks
2%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
8.0%inclusion6 decks75 decks
1%synergy
Omniscience
8.0%inclusion6 decks75 decks
4%synergy
Sphere of Safety
8.0%inclusion6 decks75 decks
-1%synergy
Necropotence
8.0%inclusion6 decks75 decks
1%synergy
Vile Consumption
8.0%inclusion6 decks75 decks
7%synergy
Painful Quandary
8.0%inclusion6 decks75 decks
5%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
8.0%inclusion6 decks75 decks
3%synergy
Timely Ward
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
2%synergy
Treachery
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
6%synergy
Stuck in Summoner's Sanctum
5.6%inclusion4 decks71 decks
5%synergy
Unstoppable Plan
5.3%inclusion4 decks75 decks
3%synergy
Gift of Immortality
5.3%inclusion4 decks75 decks
3%synergy
Steel of the Godhead
5.3%inclusion4 decks75 decks
2%synergy
Monologue Tax
5.3%inclusion4 decks75 decks
-1%synergy
Wound Reflection
5.3%inclusion4 decks75 decks
4%synergy
Planeswalkers
Teferi, Time Raveler
17%inclusion13 decks75 decks
9%synergy
Narset, Parter of Veils
5.3%inclusion4 decks75 decks
2%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
52%inclusion39 decks75 decks
18%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
28%inclusion21 decks75 decks
24%synergy
Bojuka Bog
27%inclusion20 decks75 decks
0%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
20%inclusion15 decks75 decks
1%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
15%inclusion11 decks73 decks
12%synergy
Ancient Tomb
15%inclusion11 decks75 decks
2%synergy
Temple of the False God
15%inclusion11 decks75 decks
7%synergy
Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
13%inclusion10 decks75 decks
0%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
12%inclusion9 decks75 decks
-1%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
11%inclusion8 decks75 decks
7%synergy
Mistrise Village
11%inclusion8 decks75 decks
7%synergy
Midgar, City of Mako
8.5%inclusion6 decks71 decks
6%synergy
Maze of Ith
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
4%synergy
Urza's Saga
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
-5%synergy
Command Beacon
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
4%synergy
Adventurer's Inn
5.5%inclusion4 decks73 decks
4%synergy
Jidoor, Aristocratic Capital
5.5%inclusion4 decks73 decks
4%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
5.3%inclusion4 decks75 decks
0%synergy
Takenuma, Abandoned Mire
5.3%inclusion4 decks75 decks
-1%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
92%inclusion69 decks75 decks
2%synergy
Arcane Signet
81%inclusion61 decks75 decks
-7%synergy
Talisman of Dominance
69%inclusion52 decks75 decks
20%synergy
Talisman of Progress
68%inclusion51 decks75 decks
25%synergy
Talisman of Hierarchy
63%inclusion47 decks75 decks
19%synergy
Thought Vessel
55%inclusion41 decks75 decks
30%synergy
Relic of Legends
51%inclusion38 decks75 decks
45%synergy
Decanter of Endless Water
35%inclusion26 decks75 decks
27%synergy
Fellwar Stone
21%inclusion16 decks75 decks
-12%synergy
White Auracite
21%inclusion15 decks73 decks
15%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
19%inclusion14 decks75 decks
6%synergy
Bender's Waterskin
18%inclusion12 decks65 decks
14%synergy
Commander's Sphere
15%inclusion11 decks75 decks
-4%synergy
Staff of Compleation
11%inclusion8 decks75 decks
10%synergy
Dimir Signet
8.0%inclusion6 decks75 decks
-24%synergy
Gilded Lotus
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
3%synergy
Thran Dynamo
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
3%synergy
Orzhov Signet
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
-27%synergy
Azorius Signet
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
-25%synergy
Misleading Signpost
6.7%inclusion5 decks75 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Island
100%inclusion75 decks75 decks
7%synergy
Command Tower
99%inclusion74 decks75 decks
6%synergy
Swamp
97%inclusion73 decks75 decks
6%synergy
Plains
96%inclusion72 decks75 decks
4%synergy
Godless Shrine
64%inclusion48 decks75 decks
13%synergy
Exotic Orchard
61%inclusion46 decks75 decks
3%synergy
Glacial Fortress
59%inclusion44 decks75 decks
18%synergy
Watery Grave
59%inclusion44 decks75 decks
8%synergy
Underground River
57%inclusion43 decks75 decks
24%synergy
Drowned Catacomb
56%inclusion42 decks75 decks
19%synergy
Arcane Sanctum
55%inclusion41 decks75 decks
0%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
55%inclusion41 decks75 decks
5%synergy
Isolated Chapel
53%inclusion40 decks75 decks
14%synergy
Sunken Hollow
52%inclusion39 decks75 decks
12%synergy
Polluted Delta
51%inclusion38 decks75 decks
13%synergy
Prairie Stream
47%inclusion35 decks75 decks
6%synergy
Sunken Ruins
47%inclusion35 decks75 decks
38%synergy
Raffine's Tower
44%inclusion33 decks75 decks
3%synergy
Flooded Strand
44%inclusion33 decks75 decks
6%synergy
Marsh Flats
41%inclusion31 decks75 decks
5%synergy
Sink into Stupor
39%inclusion29 decks75 decks
26%synergy
Fetid Heath
36%inclusion27 decks75 decks
24%synergy
Sea of Clouds
35%inclusion26 decks75 decks
-1%synergy
Morphic Pool
33%inclusion25 decks75 decks
-1%synergy
Port Town
31%inclusion23 decks75 decks
14%synergy
Choked Estuary
31%inclusion23 decks75 decks
14%synergy
Vault of Champions
29%inclusion22 decks75 decks
-3%synergy
Fell the Profane
28%inclusion21 decks75 decks
19%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
28%inclusion21 decks75 decks
13%synergy
Shineshadow Snarl
28%inclusion21 decks75 decks
17%synergy
Deserted Beach
28%inclusion21 decks75 decks
7%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
27%inclusion20 decks75 decks
-5%synergy
Desolate Mire
25%inclusion19 decks75 decks
19%synergy
Darkwater Catacombs
25%inclusion19 decks75 decks
11%synergy
Sunlit Marsh
25%inclusion19 decks75 decks
21%synergy
Caves of Koilos
25%inclusion19 decks75 decks
-10%synergy
Evolving Wilds
24%inclusion18 decks75 decks
-1%synergy
Path of Ancestry
24%inclusion18 decks75 decks
-4%synergy
Contaminated Aquifer
24%inclusion18 decks75 decks
20%synergy
Demolition Field
23%inclusion17 decks75 decks
19%synergy
Waterlogged Teachings
23%inclusion17 decks75 decks
18%synergy
Mana Confluence
23%inclusion17 decks75 decks
9%synergy
Idyllic Beachfront
20%inclusion15 decks75 decks
16%synergy
Shipwreck Marsh
20%inclusion15 decks75 decks
-1%synergy
Gloomlake Verge
20%inclusion15 decks75 decks
9%synergy
Undercity Sewers
19%inclusion14 decks75 decks
4%synergy
Shattered Sanctum
17%inclusion13 decks75 decks
1%synergy
City of Brass
17%inclusion13 decks75 decks
2%synergy
Shadowy Backstreet
16%inclusion12 decks75 decks
3%synergy
Ash Barrens
15%inclusion11 decks75 decks
4%synergy