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

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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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Voracious Tome-Skimmer
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
4%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Snuff Out
73%inclusion46 decks63 decks
65%synergy
Curiosity
67%inclusion42 decks63 decks
58%synergy
Dismember
57%inclusion36 decks63 decks
51%synergy
Deadly Rollick
62%inclusion39 decks63 decks
47%synergy
Ophidian Eye
51%inclusion32 decks63 decks
46%synergy
Frantic Search
63%inclusion40 decks63 decks
46%synergy
Delney, Streetwise Lookout
52%inclusion33 decks63 decks
45%synergy
Sheoldred, the Apocalypse
49%inclusion31 decks63 decks
40%synergy
Bloodchief Ascension
44%inclusion28 decks63 decks
39%synergy
Helm of the Ghastlord
41%inclusion26 decks63 decks
37%synergy
Top Cards
Void Rend
70%inclusion44 decks63 decks
36%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
67%inclusion42 decks63 decks
-2%synergy
Propaganda
56%inclusion35 decks63 decks
28%synergy
Toxic Deluge
52%inclusion33 decks63 decks
33%synergy
Papalymo Totolymo
47%inclusion27 decks58 decks
36%synergy
Lotho, Corrupt Shirriff
46%inclusion29 decks63 decks
29%synergy
Anguished Unmaking
46%inclusion29 decks63 decks
21%synergy
Kambal, Consul of Allocation
44%inclusion28 decks63 decks
36%synergy
Talion, the Kindly Lord
44%inclusion28 decks63 decks
36%synergy
Esper Sentinel
43%inclusion27 decks63 decks
15%synergy
Game Changers
Rhystic Study
56%inclusion35 decks63 decks
24%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
56%inclusion35 decks63 decks
35%synergy
Smothering Tithe
52%inclusion33 decks63 decks
21%synergy
The One Ring
40%inclusion25 decks63 decks
26%synergy
Ancient Tomb
38%inclusion24 decks63 decks
25%synergy
Demonic Tutor
37%inclusion23 decks63 decks
15%synergy
Force of Will
35%inclusion22 decks63 decks
22%synergy
Orcish Bowmasters
35%inclusion22 decks63 decks
24%synergy
Vampiric Tutor
33%inclusion21 decks63 decks
16%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
32%inclusion20 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Creatures
Emet-Selch of the Third Seat
40%inclusion23 decks58 decks
30%synergy
Lyse Hext
38%inclusion22 decks58 decks
29%synergy
Grand Abolisher
32%inclusion20 decks63 decks
17%synergy
Tataru Taru
29%inclusion17 decks58 decks
21%synergy
Valley Floodcaller
29%inclusion18 decks63 decks
24%synergy
Fandaniel, Telophoroi Ascian
28%inclusion16 decks58 decks
21%synergy
Vito, Thorn of the Dusk Rose
25%inclusion16 decks63 decks
18%synergy
Archmage Emeritus
25%inclusion16 decks63 decks
20%synergy
Alisaie Leveilleur
24%inclusion14 decks58 decks
16%synergy
Mai, Scornful Striker
24%inclusion10 decks42 decks
22%synergy
Thassa's Oracle
22%inclusion14 decks63 decks
13%synergy
Baleful Strix
22%inclusion14 decks63 decks
2%synergy
Sygg, River Cutthroat
21%inclusion13 decks63 decks
17%synergy
Alphinaud Leveilleur
19%inclusion11 decks58 decks
11%synergy
Wan Shi Tong, Librarian
19%inclusion8 decks43 decks
13%synergy
Murderous Rider
17%inclusion11 decks63 decks
9%synergy
Tandem Lookout
17%inclusion11 decks63 decks
16%synergy
High Fae Trickster
17%inclusion11 decks63 decks
13%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
17%inclusion11 decks63 decks
11%synergy
G'raha Tia, Scion Reborn
17%inclusion10 decks58 decks
11%synergy
Hermes, Overseer of Elpis
17%inclusion10 decks58 decks
13%synergy
Opposition Agent
16%inclusion10 decks63 decks
7%synergy
Spark Double
16%inclusion10 decks63 decks
10%synergy
Enduring Tenacity
16%inclusion10 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Voice of Victory
15%inclusion9 decks59 decks
7%synergy
Faerie Mastermind
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Jin-Gitaxias
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
12%synergy
Thancred Waters
14%inclusion8 decks58 decks
11%synergy
Displacer Kitten
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
6%synergy
Snapcaster Mage
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
11%synergy
Mockingbird
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Hullbreaker Horror
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
7%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
4%synergy
Grand Arbiter Augustin IV
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
3%synergy
Hildibrand Manderville
10%inclusion6 decks58 decks
8%synergy
Hraesvelgr of the First Brood
10%inclusion6 decks58 decks
8%synergy
Krile Baldesion
10%inclusion6 decks58 decks
6%synergy
Roaming Throne
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
3%synergy
Torrential Gearhulk
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
7%synergy
Estinien Varlineau
8.6%inclusion5 decks58 decks
6%synergy
Chameleon, Master of Disguise
8.2%inclusion4 decks49 decks
6%synergy
Hypnotic Sprite
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
7%synergy
Starscape Cleric
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Sakashima of a Thousand Faces
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Archaeomancer
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
6%synergy
Witch Enchanter
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
-1%synergy
Dark Confidant
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Serra Ascendant
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
2%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
4%synergy
Instants
Sink into Stupor
48%inclusion30 decks63 decks
35%synergy
Force of Negation
40%inclusion25 decks63 decks
28%synergy
Dark Ritual
38%inclusion24 decks63 decks
19%synergy
Unwind
37%inclusion23 decks63 decks
31%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
35%inclusion22 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Swan Song
35%inclusion22 decks63 decks
15%synergy
Transpose
34%inclusion20 decks58 decks
27%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
30%inclusion19 decks63 decks
10%synergy
Dig Through Time
30%inclusion19 decks63 decks
25%synergy
Mindbreak Trap
29%inclusion18 decks63 decks
22%synergy
Path to Exile
29%inclusion18 decks63 decks
-14%synergy
Fell the Profane
25%inclusion16 decks63 decks
17%synergy
Misdirection
25%inclusion16 decks63 decks
23%synergy
Counterspell
25%inclusion16 decks63 decks
-16%synergy
Mystical Tutor
25%inclusion16 decks63 decks
14%synergy
Silence
24%inclusion15 decks63 decks
14%synergy
Lethal Scheme
24%inclusion15 decks63 decks
19%synergy
Tainted Pact
22%inclusion14 decks63 decks
15%synergy
Flusterstorm
22%inclusion14 decks63 decks
14%synergy
Rewind
21%inclusion13 decks63 decks
16%synergy
Teferi's Protection
19%inclusion12 decks63 decks
2%synergy
Dovin's Veto
19%inclusion12 decks63 decks
-6%synergy
Sublime Epiphany
19%inclusion12 decks63 decks
16%synergy
Mental Misstep
17%inclusion11 decks63 decks
11%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
17%inclusion11 decks63 decks
9%synergy
Mana Drain
17%inclusion11 decks63 decks
0%synergy
Demonic Consultation
17%inclusion11 decks63 decks
9%synergy
Press the Enemy
16%inclusion10 decks63 decks
14%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
16%inclusion10 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Baleful Mastery
16%inclusion10 decks63 decks
14%synergy
Waterlogged Teachings
16%inclusion10 decks63 decks
11%synergy
Generous Gift
16%inclusion10 decks63 decks
1%synergy
Force of Despair
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
13%synergy
Brainstorm
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
-3%synergy
Undermine
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
12%synergy
Submerge
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
13%synergy
Borne Upon a Wind
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
9%synergy
Inkshield
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Mortify
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Pact of Negation
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Render Silent
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
7%synergy
Flare of Denial
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
9%synergy
Brainsurge
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
7%synergy
Aetherize
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
7%synergy
Disallow
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Into the Flood Maw
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
7%synergy
Slaughter
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
9%synergy
Cryptic Command
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Into the Story
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Retraction Helix
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
7%synergy
Sorceries
Vindicate
32%inclusion20 decks63 decks
21%synergy
Circle of Power
22%inclusion13 decks58 decks
16%synergy
Exsanguinate
22%inclusion14 decks63 decks
15%synergy
Risky Shortcut
22%inclusion14 decks63 decks
18%synergy
Beseech the Mirror
22%inclusion14 decks63 decks
18%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
21%inclusion13 decks63 decks
12%synergy
Irenicus's Vile Duplication
19%inclusion12 decks63 decks
15%synergy
Syphon Mind
19%inclusion12 decks63 decks
15%synergy
Windfall
17%inclusion11 decks63 decks
4%synergy
Quantum Misalignment
17%inclusion11 decks63 decks
14%synergy
Cleansing Nova
17%inclusion11 decks63 decks
13%synergy
Imperial Seal
16%inclusion10 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Yahenni's Expertise
16%inclusion10 decks63 decks
15%synergy
Farewell
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
1%synergy
Grim Tutor
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
10%synergy
Stock Up
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
11%synergy
Read the Bones
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Final Judgment
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
10%synergy
Reanimate
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
-3%synergy
Mnemonic Betrayal
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
10%synergy
Cut a Deal
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Lingering Souls
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Diabolic Tutor
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Treasure Cruise
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
6%synergy
Praetor's Grasp
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
7%synergy
Single Combat
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
9%synergy
Baral's Expertise
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
9%synergy
Rite of Replication
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
7%synergy
Supreme Verdict
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
-7%synergy
Crux of Fate
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
7%synergy
Promise of Loyalty
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
4%synergy
Solve the Equation
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
7%synergy
Cornered by Black Mages
7.1%inclusion4 decks56 decks
5%synergy
Ponder
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
-3%synergy
Time Wipe
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
0%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
2%synergy
Preordain
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
1%synergy
Damn
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
-14%synergy
Damnation
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
4%synergy
Memories Returning
5.4%inclusion3 decks56 decks
5%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Bolas's Citadel
29%inclusion18 decks63 decks
19%synergy
Lightning Greaves
21%inclusion13 decks63 decks
-2%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
21%inclusion13 decks63 decks
15%synergy
Norn's Annex
19%inclusion12 decks63 decks
15%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
17%inclusion11 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Wishclaw Talisman
16%inclusion10 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Dancer's Chakrams
16%inclusion9 decks58 decks
10%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
-10%synergy
Blue Mage's Cane
14%inclusion8 decks58 decks
10%synergy
Reaper's Scythe
14%inclusion8 decks58 decks
9%synergy
Cursed Totem
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
10%synergy
Mindcrank
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
9%synergy
Grafdigger's Cage
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
7%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
7%synergy
Jet Medallion
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Astrologian's Planisphere
8.6%inclusion5 decks58 decks
5%synergy
Pearl Medallion
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
7%synergy
The Darkness Crystal
6.9%inclusion4 decks58 decks
5%synergy
Black Mage's Rod
6.9%inclusion4 decks58 decks
2%synergy
Lithoform Engine
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
6%synergy
Mithril Coat
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
2%synergy
Aetherflux Reservoir
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
-1%synergy
Sapphire Medallion
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Mystic Remora
43%inclusion27 decks63 decks
22%synergy
Black Market Connections
37%inclusion23 decks63 decks
22%synergy
Ghostly Prison
37%inclusion23 decks63 decks
15%synergy
Necropotence
27%inclusion17 decks63 decks
20%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
25%inclusion16 decks63 decks
13%synergy
Blind Obedience
19%inclusion12 decks63 decks
7%synergy
Sigil of Sleep
16%inclusion10 decks63 decks
13%synergy
Sanguine Bond
16%inclusion10 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Phyrexian Arena
16%inclusion10 decks63 decks
2%synergy
Observed Stasis
16%inclusion9 decks58 decks
10%synergy
Exquisite Blood
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Leyline of Anticipation
14%inclusion9 decks63 decks
10%synergy
Amphibian Downpour
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Steel of the Godhead
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Painful Quandary
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
9%synergy
Shark Typhoon
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
4%synergy
Monologue Tax
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
3%synergy
Solitary Confinement
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Eye of Nidhogg
8.6%inclusion5 decks58 decks
3%synergy
As Foretold
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
6%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
3%synergy
Glasswing Grace
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
3%synergy
Glistening Oil
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
6%synergy
Copy Enchantment
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
2%synergy
Timely Ward
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
1%synergy
Phyresis
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
4%synergy
Vile Consumption
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Land Tax
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
0%synergy
Champions from Beyond
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
2%synergy
Planeswalkers
Teferi, Time Raveler
24%inclusion15 decks63 decks
15%synergy
Professor Onyx
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
6%synergy
Utility Lands
Otawara, Soaring City
43%inclusion27 decks63 decks
24%synergy
Reliquary Tower
41%inclusion26 decks63 decks
7%synergy
Urborg, Tomb of Yawgmoth
27%inclusion17 decks63 decks
14%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
24%inclusion15 decks63 decks
20%synergy
Bojuka Bog
17%inclusion11 decks63 decks
-10%synergy
Temple of the False God
16%inclusion10 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Mistrise Village
15%inclusion9 decks59 decks
12%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
9%synergy
Urza's Saga
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
-1%synergy
Takenuma, Abandoned Mire
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
4%synergy
Emergence Zone
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
6%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
3%synergy
Cabal Coffers
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
3%synergy
Jidoor, Aristocratic Capital
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
4%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
2%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
95%inclusion60 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Arcane Signet
90%inclusion57 decks63 decks
3%synergy
Talisman of Dominance
81%inclusion51 decks63 decks
31%synergy
Talisman of Progress
75%inclusion47 decks63 decks
31%synergy
Talisman of Hierarchy
67%inclusion42 decks63 decks
23%synergy
Relic of Legends
35%inclusion22 decks63 decks
29%synergy
Fellwar Stone
35%inclusion22 decks63 decks
1%synergy
Thought Vessel
33%inclusion21 decks63 decks
9%synergy
Lotus Petal
27%inclusion17 decks63 decks
16%synergy
Mana Vault
25%inclusion16 decks63 decks
16%synergy
Mox Opal
21%inclusion13 decks63 decks
12%synergy
Mox Diamond
21%inclusion13 decks63 decks
13%synergy
Mox Amber
19%inclusion12 decks63 decks
13%synergy
Chrome Mox
19%inclusion12 decks63 decks
10%synergy
White Auracite
17%inclusion10 decks58 decks
12%synergy
Bender's Waterskin
15%inclusion8 decks54 decks
10%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
0%synergy
Dimir Signet
13%inclusion8 decks63 decks
-19%synergy
Decanter of Endless Water
11%inclusion7 decks63 decks
3%synergy
Midnight Clock
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
6%synergy
Orzhov Signet
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
-24%synergy
Azorius Signet
10%inclusion6 decks63 decks
-22%synergy
Gilded Lotus
7.9%inclusion5 decks63 decks
4%synergy
Staff of Compleation
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Coveted Jewel
6.3%inclusion4 decks63 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
92%inclusion58 decks63 decks
0%synergy
Island
87%inclusion55 decks63 decks
-5%synergy
Plains
81%inclusion51 decks63 decks
-11%synergy
Swamp
78%inclusion49 decks63 decks
-14%synergy
Godless Shrine
75%inclusion47 decks63 decks
24%synergy
Watery Grave
71%inclusion45 decks63 decks
21%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
70%inclusion44 decks63 decks
20%synergy
Exotic Orchard
68%inclusion43 decks63 decks
10%synergy
Flooded Strand
63%inclusion40 decks63 decks
25%synergy
Marsh Flats
59%inclusion37 decks63 decks
23%synergy
Polluted Delta
59%inclusion37 decks63 decks
21%synergy
Drowned Catacomb
57%inclusion36 decks63 decks
21%synergy
Glacial Fortress
52%inclusion33 decks63 decks
11%synergy
Isolated Chapel
52%inclusion33 decks63 decks
13%synergy
Underground River
51%inclusion32 decks63 decks
17%synergy
Sink into Stupor
48%inclusion30 decks63 decks
35%synergy
Morphic Pool
48%inclusion30 decks63 decks
14%synergy
Arcane Sanctum
46%inclusion29 decks63 decks
-8%synergy
Raffine's Tower
43%inclusion27 decks63 decks
2%synergy
Sunken Ruins
43%inclusion27 decks63 decks
35%synergy
Sea of Clouds
41%inclusion26 decks63 decks
6%synergy
Fetid Heath
40%inclusion25 decks63 decks
27%synergy
Sunken Hollow
40%inclusion25 decks63 decks
0%synergy
Mana Confluence
38%inclusion24 decks63 decks
24%synergy
City of Brass
38%inclusion24 decks63 decks
23%synergy
Tundra
37%inclusion23 decks63 decks
21%synergy
Underground Sea
37%inclusion23 decks63 decks
21%synergy
Vault of Champions
37%inclusion23 decks63 decks
4%synergy
Prairie Stream
35%inclusion22 decks63 decks
-6%synergy
Scrubland
35%inclusion22 decks63 decks
19%synergy
Undercity Sewers
33%inclusion21 decks63 decks
19%synergy
Caves of Koilos
32%inclusion20 decks63 decks
-4%synergy
Choked Estuary
32%inclusion20 decks63 decks
15%synergy
Meticulous Archive
27%inclusion17 decks63 decks
13%synergy
Fell the Profane
25%inclusion16 decks63 decks
17%synergy
Port Town
25%inclusion16 decks63 decks
8%synergy
Darkwater Catacombs
25%inclusion16 decks63 decks
11%synergy
Shineshadow Snarl
25%inclusion16 decks63 decks
15%synergy
Shadowy Backstreet
24%inclusion15 decks63 decks
11%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
24%inclusion15 decks63 decks
-8%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
22%inclusion14 decks63 decks
7%synergy
Evolving Wilds
22%inclusion14 decks63 decks
-3%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
22%inclusion14 decks63 decks
14%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
22%inclusion14 decks63 decks
11%synergy
Misty Rainforest
21%inclusion13 decks63 decks
10%synergy
Windswept Heath
21%inclusion13 decks63 decks
11%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
21%inclusion13 decks63 decks
10%synergy
Arid Mesa
21%inclusion13 decks63 decks
11%synergy
Scalding Tarn
21%inclusion13 decks63 decks
10%synergy
Desolate Mire
19%inclusion12 decks63 decks
13%synergy