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

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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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MTGStocks
Dream Harvest
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Snuff Out
70%inclusion32 decks46 decks
61%synergy
Transpose
62%inclusion24 decks39 decks
54%synergy
Fandaniel, Telophoroi Ascian
56%inclusion22 decks39 decks
50%synergy
G'raha Tia, Scion Reborn
55%inclusion22 decks40 decks
49%synergy
Circle of Power
54%inclusion21 decks39 decks
47%synergy
Papalymo Totolymo
56%inclusion22 decks39 decks
46%synergy
Emet-Selch of the Third Seat
55%inclusion22 decks40 decks
45%synergy
Alphinaud Leveilleur
51%inclusion20 decks39 decks
43%synergy
Alisaie Leveilleur
51%inclusion20 decks39 decks
43%synergy
Archmage Emeritus
48%inclusion22 decks46 decks
43%synergy
Top Cards
Void Rend
72%inclusion33 decks46 decks
38%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
65%inclusion30 decks46 decks
-3%synergy
Propaganda
59%inclusion27 decks46 decks
31%synergy
Anguished Unmaking
50%inclusion23 decks46 decks
25%synergy
Curiosity
50%inclusion23 decks46 decks
42%synergy
Lyse Hext
49%inclusion19 decks39 decks
40%synergy
Vindicate
46%inclusion21 decks46 decks
35%synergy
Exsanguinate
43%inclusion20 decks46 decks
37%synergy
Dismember
43%inclusion20 decks46 decks
38%synergy
Dig Through Time
41%inclusion19 decks46 decks
36%synergy
Game Changers
Farewell
22%inclusion10 decks46 decks
9%synergy
Smothering Tithe
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
-23%synergy
Rhystic Study
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
-23%synergy
Orcish Bowmasters
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
-2%synergy
Mystical Tutor
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
-3%synergy
Thassa's Oracle
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-3%synergy
The One Ring
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-7%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-14%synergy
Vampiric Tutor
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-11%synergy
Imperial Seal
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-1%synergy
Creatures
Krile Baldesion
38%inclusion15 decks39 decks
34%synergy
Tataru Taru
36%inclusion14 decks39 decks
28%synergy
Kambal, Consul of Allocation
33%inclusion15 decks46 decks
24%synergy
Hermes, Overseer of Elpis
31%inclusion12 decks39 decks
26%synergy
Baleful Strix
30%inclusion14 decks46 decks
10%synergy
Delney, Streetwise Lookout
28%inclusion13 decks46 decks
21%synergy
Thancred Waters
28%inclusion11 decks39 decks
25%synergy
Sygg, River Cutthroat
26%inclusion12 decks46 decks
23%synergy
Enduring Tenacity
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
16%synergy
Lotho, Corrupt Shirriff
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
7%synergy
Urianger Augurelt
23%inclusion9 decks39 decks
21%synergy
Sheoldred, the Apocalypse
22%inclusion10 decks46 decks
13%synergy
Murderous Rider
22%inclusion10 decks46 decks
13%synergy
Talion, the Kindly Lord
22%inclusion10 decks46 decks
14%synergy
Ardbert, Warrior of Darkness
21%inclusion8 decks39 decks
17%synergy
Estinien Varlineau
21%inclusion8 decks39 decks
18%synergy
Jin-Gitaxias
20%inclusion9 decks46 decks
17%synergy
Esper Sentinel
20%inclusion9 decks46 decks
-8%synergy
Hraesvelgr of the First Brood
18%inclusion7 decks39 decks
15%synergy
Hildibrand Manderville
18%inclusion7 decks40 decks
15%synergy
Vito, Thorn of the Dusk Rose
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
8%synergy
Torrential Gearhulk
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
11%synergy
Tandem Lookout
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
12%synergy
Summon: Good King Mog XII
13%inclusion5 decks39 decks
11%synergy
Lucy MacLean, Positively Armed
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Roaming Throne
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Stormscape Familiar
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
8%synergy
Valley Floodcaller
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
7%synergy
Y'shtola Rhul
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
8%synergy
Zenos yae Galvus
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
9%synergy
Aerith Gainsborough
10%inclusion4 decks40 decks
8%synergy
Hypnotic Sprite
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
7%synergy
Displacer Kitten
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
2%synergy
Spark Double
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
3%synergy
Queza, Augur of Agonies
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
3%synergy
Grand Abolisher
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
-6%synergy
Noctis, Prince of Lucis
7.5%inclusion3 decks40 decks
6%synergy
High Fae Trickster
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
2%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Opposition Agent
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-2%synergy
Archmage of Runes
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-1%synergy
Hullbreaker Horror
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
0%synergy
Tivit, Seller of Secrets
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
3%synergy
Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Archaeomancer
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Venat, Heart of Hydaelyn
5.4%inclusion2 decks37 decks
5%synergy
Hope Estheim
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
Quistis Trepe
5.1%inclusion2 decks39 decks
5%synergy
Summon: Primal Odin
5.0%inclusion2 decks40 decks
1%synergy
Instants
Frantic Search
39%inclusion18 decks46 decks
21%synergy
Deadly Rollick
37%inclusion17 decks46 decks
22%synergy
Lethal Scheme
35%inclusion16 decks46 decks
30%synergy
Rewind
33%inclusion15 decks46 decks
28%synergy
Unwind
30%inclusion14 decks46 decks
25%synergy
Sublime Epiphany
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
21%synergy
Sink into Stupor
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
11%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
16%synergy
Inkshield
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
14%synergy
Baleful Mastery
22%inclusion10 decks46 decks
19%synergy
Undermine
20%inclusion9 decks46 decks
17%synergy
Aetherize
20%inclusion9 decks46 decks
16%synergy
Dovin's Veto
20%inclusion9 decks46 decks
-6%synergy
Disallow
20%inclusion9 decks46 decks
16%synergy
Fell the Profane
20%inclusion9 decks46 decks
11%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
20%inclusion9 decks46 decks
11%synergy
Path to Exile
20%inclusion9 decks46 decks
-23%synergy
Absorb
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
15%synergy
Generous Gift
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
3%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
-10%synergy
Brainstorm
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
-2%synergy
Into the Story
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
14%synergy
Force of Negation
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
3%synergy
Counterspell
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
-26%synergy
Restoration Magic
14%inclusion5 decks37 decks
11%synergy
Overkill
13%inclusion5 decks38 decks
11%synergy
Dark Ritual
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
-6%synergy
Cryptic Command
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
12%synergy
Mortify
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Render Silent
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
7%synergy
Swan Song
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
-9%synergy
Slaughter
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
10%synergy
Louisoix's Sacrifice
11%inclusion4 decks37 decks
10%synergy
Fact or Fiction
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Flare of Denial
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
7%synergy
Waterlogged Teachings
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Brainsurge
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Mindbreak Trap
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
2%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Misdirection
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Blood Pact
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
8%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Holy
7.7%inclusion3 decks39 decks
7%synergy
Mental Misstep
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
0%synergy
Despark
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-10%synergy
Convolute
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Tainted Pact
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-1%synergy
Press the Enemy
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Silence
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-4%synergy
Suspended Sentence
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Borne Upon a Wind
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
2%synergy
Sorceries
Toxic Deluge
39%inclusion18 decks46 decks
20%synergy
Syphon Mind
37%inclusion17 decks46 decks
33%synergy
Cleansing Nova
30%inclusion14 decks46 decks
26%synergy
Cut a Deal
28%inclusion13 decks46 decks
25%synergy
Risky Shortcut
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
20%synergy
Rite of Replication
22%inclusion10 decks46 decks
19%synergy
Irenicus's Vile Duplication
20%inclusion9 decks46 decks
16%synergy
Lingering Souls
20%inclusion9 decks46 decks
18%synergy
Cornered by Black Mages
19%inclusion7 decks37 decks
17%synergy
Final Judgment
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
15%synergy
Quantum Misalignment
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
12%synergy
Treasure Cruise
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
10%synergy
Supreme Verdict
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
-2%synergy
Ultima
13%inclusion5 decks39 decks
12%synergy
Austere Command
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
2%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
2%synergy
Time Wipe
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
2%synergy
Mnemonic Betrayal
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Windfall
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
-5%synergy
Read the Bones
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Diabolic Tutor
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Painful Truths
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Crux of Fate
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Praetor's Grasp
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Demonic Tutor
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-14%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Damn
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-14%synergy
Massacre
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
The Crystal's Chosen
5.1%inclusion2 decks39 decks
5%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Dancer's Chakrams
38%inclusion15 decks39 decks
33%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
37%inclusion17 decks46 decks
32%synergy
Reaper's Scythe
31%inclusion12 decks39 decks
26%synergy
Blue Mage's Cane
28%inclusion11 decks39 decks
24%synergy
Astrologian's Planisphere
26%inclusion10 decks39 decks
22%synergy
Black Mage's Rod
23%inclusion9 decks40 decks
18%synergy
Lightning Greaves
22%inclusion10 decks46 decks
-1%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
20%inclusion9 decks46 decks
-5%synergy
Norn's Annex
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
14%synergy
The Darkness Crystal
15%inclusion6 decks40 decks
13%synergy
Mithril Coat
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
9%synergy
Basilisk Collar
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
11%synergy
The Wind Crystal
13%inclusion5 decks39 decks
8%synergy
Ninja's Blades
11%inclusion4 decks38 decks
9%synergy
Paladin's Arms
10%inclusion4 decks39 decks
9%synergy
Alhammarret's Archive
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
3%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
7.7%inclusion3 decks39 decks
5%synergy
Sage's Nouliths
7.7%inclusion3 decks39 decks
6%synergy
The Fire Nation Drill
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Cloud Key
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
3%synergy
Mindsplice Apparatus
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Aetherflux Reservoir
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-1%synergy
Cursed Totem
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Darksteel Plate
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Tome of Legends
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Dark Knight's Greatsword
5.4%inclusion2 decks37 decks
4%synergy
The Regalia
5.3%inclusion2 decks38 decks
4%synergy
The Falcon, Airship Restored
5.1%inclusion2 decks39 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Observed Stasis
41%inclusion16 decks39 decks
35%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
39%inclusion18 decks46 decks
27%synergy
Helm of the Ghastlord
37%inclusion17 decks46 decks
32%synergy
Ghostly Prison
35%inclusion16 decks46 decks
13%synergy
Ophidian Eye
35%inclusion16 decks46 decks
30%synergy
Eye of Nidhogg
33%inclusion13 decks39 decks
28%synergy
Champions from Beyond
26%inclusion10 decks39 decks
22%synergy
Bloodchief Ascension
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
18%synergy
Sigil of Sleep
22%inclusion10 decks46 decks
19%synergy
Black Market Connections
20%inclusion9 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Amphibian Downpour
20%inclusion9 decks46 decks
15%synergy
Sanguine Bond
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
7%synergy
Phyrexian Arena
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
1%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Painful Quandary
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
10%synergy
Blind Obedience
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
-1%synergy
Mirrormade
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
1%synergy
Copy Enchantment
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
6%synergy
As Foretold
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
9%synergy
Greed
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Steel of the Godhead
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Revenge of Ravens
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
8%synergy
Unstoppable Plan
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Mystic Remora
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
-12%synergy
Shark Typhoon
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
3%synergy
Bastion of Remembrance
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Stuck in Summoner's Sanctum
8.1%inclusion3 decks37 decks
7%synergy
The Legend of Yangchen
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
The Legend of Kuruk
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
7%synergy
Exquisite Blood
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
0%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
1%synergy
Grasp of Fate
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
0%synergy
Monologue Tax
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
0%synergy
Parker Luck
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Planeswalkers
Teferi, Time Raveler
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
3%synergy
The Eternal Wanderer
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
35%inclusion16 decks46 decks
1%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
33%inclusion15 decks46 decks
29%synergy
Temple of the False God
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
16%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
22%inclusion10 decks46 decks
3%synergy
Bojuka Bog
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
-14%synergy
Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
-2%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
10%inclusion4 decks39 decks
7%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
-4%synergy
Command Beacon
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Ancient Tomb
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-6%synergy
Midgar, City of Mako
5.4%inclusion2 decks37 decks
3%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
87%inclusion40 decks46 decks
-1%synergy
Sol Ring
85%inclusion39 decks46 decks
-5%synergy
Talisman of Progress
59%inclusion27 decks46 decks
15%synergy
Talisman of Dominance
59%inclusion27 decks46 decks
9%synergy
Thought Vessel
57%inclusion26 decks46 decks
32%synergy
Talisman of Hierarchy
52%inclusion24 decks46 decks
8%synergy
Relic of Legends
46%inclusion21 decks46 decks
40%synergy
White Auracite
33%inclusion13 decks39 decks
28%synergy
Dimir Signet
28%inclusion13 decks46 decks
-3%synergy
Orzhov Signet
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
-9%synergy
Azorius Signet
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
-7%synergy
Decanter of Endless Water
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
10%synergy
Commander's Sphere
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
-1%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Fellwar Stone
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
-16%synergy
Midnight Clock
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
7%synergy
Blitzball
11%inclusion4 decks37 decks
10%synergy
Coveted Jewel
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
7%synergy
Staff of Compleation
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Lotus Petal
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-4%synergy
Cultivator's Caravan
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Mind Stone
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-6%synergy
Mana Vault
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-3%synergy
Mox Diamond
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-1%synergy
Charisma Bobblehead
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Luck Bobblehead
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Chrome Mox
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
-3%synergy
Lands
Plains
98%inclusion45 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Island
96%inclusion44 decks46 decks
3%synergy
Swamp
93%inclusion43 decks46 decks
2%synergy
Command Tower
91%inclusion42 decks46 decks
-1%synergy
Exotic Orchard
72%inclusion33 decks46 decks
13%synergy
Drowned Catacomb
65%inclusion30 decks46 decks
29%synergy
Isolated Chapel
63%inclusion29 decks46 decks
23%synergy
Glacial Fortress
61%inclusion28 decks46 decks
20%synergy
Underground River
61%inclusion28 decks46 decks
27%synergy
Arcane Sanctum
54%inclusion25 decks46 decks
0%synergy
Sunken Hollow
54%inclusion25 decks46 decks
15%synergy
Evolving Wilds
50%inclusion23 decks46 decks
25%synergy
Prairie Stream
50%inclusion23 decks46 decks
9%synergy
Fetid Heath
48%inclusion22 decks46 decks
35%synergy
Sunken Ruins
48%inclusion22 decks46 decks
39%synergy
Darkwater Catacombs
46%inclusion21 decks46 decks
31%synergy
Godless Shrine
43%inclusion20 decks46 decks
-7%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
41%inclusion19 decks46 decks
26%synergy
Path of Ancestry
39%inclusion18 decks46 decks
12%synergy
Desolate Mire
39%inclusion18 decks46 decks
33%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
39%inclusion18 decks46 decks
-11%synergy
Watery Grave
39%inclusion18 decks46 decks
-11%synergy
Choked Estuary
35%inclusion16 decks46 decks
18%synergy
Contaminated Aquifer
35%inclusion16 decks46 decks
31%synergy
Polluted Delta
35%inclusion16 decks46 decks
-3%synergy
Shineshadow Snarl
35%inclusion16 decks46 decks
24%synergy
Port Town
33%inclusion15 decks46 decks
16%synergy
Flooded Strand
33%inclusion15 decks46 decks
-6%synergy
Demolition Field
33%inclusion15 decks46 decks
28%synergy
Raffine's Tower
30%inclusion14 decks46 decks
-11%synergy
Marsh Flats
30%inclusion14 decks46 decks
-6%synergy
Caves of Koilos
28%inclusion13 decks46 decks
-7%synergy
Idyllic Beachfront
26%inclusion12 decks46 decks
22%synergy
Ash Barrens
26%inclusion12 decks46 decks
15%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
26%inclusion12 decks46 decks
-5%synergy
Vault of Champions
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
-9%synergy
Sunlit Marsh
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
19%synergy
Sink into Stupor
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
11%synergy
Deserted Beach
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
3%synergy
Morphic Pool
20%inclusion9 decks46 decks
-15%synergy
Fell the Profane
20%inclusion9 decks46 decks
11%synergy
Shattered Sanctum
20%inclusion9 decks46 decks
3%synergy
Sea of Clouds
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
-18%synergy
Shipwreck Marsh
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
-3%synergy
City of Brass
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
2%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
17%inclusion8 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
5%synergy
Mana Confluence
15%inclusion7 decks46 decks
1%synergy
Undercity Sewers
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
-1%synergy
Misty Rainforest
13%inclusion6 decks46 decks
2%synergy