Zaffai and the Tempests (Commander) - Upgraded Spellslinger

Benjamin Levin
Apr 28, 2026
How Fun Are the Secrets of Strixhaven Commanders?
Our resident fun expert is here to break down the commanders in Secrets of Strixhaven to see where they land on the fun scale.
Deck Filters
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Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Resonating Lute
71%inclusion10 decks14 decks
45%synergy
Wisdom of Ages
57%inclusion8 decks14 decks
52%synergy
Improvisation Capstone
57%inclusion8 decks14 decks
48%synergy
Prismari, the Inspiration
57%inclusion8 decks14 decks
49%synergy
Sanar, Unfinished Genius
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
41%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Zaffai, Thunder Conductor
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
49%synergy
Apex of Power
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
40%synergy
Aminatou's Augury
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
39%synergy
Rapturous Moment
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
39%synergy
Big Score
64%inclusion9 decks14 decks
39%synergy
Abrade
57%inclusion8 decks14 decks
37%synergy
Hexing Squelcher
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
37%synergy
Molten-Core Maestro
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
36%synergy
Arcane Denial
64%inclusion9 decks14 decks
35%synergy
Mana Geyser
57%inclusion8 decks14 decks
34%synergy
Top Cards
Blasphemous Act
64%inclusion9 decks14 decks
26%synergy
Storm-Kiln Artist
64%inclusion9 decks14 decks
24%synergy
Counterspell
64%inclusion9 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Archmage Emeritus
57%inclusion8 decks14 decks
22%synergy
Chaos Warp
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
2%synergy
Frantic Search
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
1%synergy
Brainstorm
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
0%synergy
Goblin Electromancer
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Expressive Iteration
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
19%synergy
Ponder
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
-2%synergy
Game Changers
Jeska's Will
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
-1%synergy
Rhystic Study
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Mystical Tutor
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
0%synergy
Underworld Breach
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
1%synergy
Force of Will
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
2%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
-7%synergy
Ancient Tomb
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-4%synergy
Mana Vault
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-2%synergy
Gamble
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-10%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-17%synergy
Creatures
Displacer Kitten
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
32%synergy
Stormcatch Mentor
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Dualcaster Mage
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
21%synergy
Vivi Ornitier
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
16%synergy
Abstract Paintmage
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
20%synergy
Young Pyromancer
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Magnus the Red
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
19%synergy
Ovika, Enigma Goliath
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
16%synergy
Guttersnipe
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
-4%synergy
Veyran, Voice of Duality
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
0%synergy
Talrand, Sky Summoner
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
8%synergy
Birgi, God of Storytelling
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
6%synergy
The Emperor of Palamecia
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
16%synergy
Electro, Assaulting Battery
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Dirgur Focusmage
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Blazing Firesinger
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
9%synergy
Ral, Monsoon Mage
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
8%synergy
Archmage of Runes
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
1%synergy
Teferi, Mage of Zhalfir
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Niv-Mizzet, Parun
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
-13%synergy
Goldspan Dragon
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
10%synergy
Chrome Host Seedshark
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Thunderclap Drake
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Faerie Mastermind
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
9%synergy
Murmuring Mystic
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Lier, Disciple of the Drowned
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Third Path Iconoclast
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
-2%synergy
Galazeth Prismari
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Rikku, Resourceful Guardian
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Rootha, Mastering the Moment
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Colorstorm Stallion
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
10%synergy
The Dawning Archaic
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Inspired Skypainter
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
8%synergy
Prismari Pianist
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
8%synergy
Spectacular Skywhale
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Mica, Reader of Ruins
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Skycoach Conductor
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Hydro-Channeler
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Tackle Artist
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Mocking Sprite
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
4%synergy
Etali, Primal Storm
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
2%synergy
Peregrine Drake
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Lutri, the Spellchaser
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Thermo-Alchemist
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-1%synergy
High Fae Trickster
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Najal, the Storm Runner
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Meticulous Artisan
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Snapcaster Mage
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
4%synergy
Instants
Seething Song
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
15%synergy
Nexus of Fate
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
34%synergy
Spell Pierce
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
29%synergy
Disdainful Stroke
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
26%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
-8%synergy
Negate
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
-4%synergy
Consider
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Reality Shift
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
15%synergy
Quick Study
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
25%synergy
Swan Song
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Prismari Command
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Prismari Charm
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Traumatic Critique
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
21%synergy
Pongify
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
-6%synergy
Lightning Bolt
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
-8%synergy
Unexpected Windfall
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Essence Flux
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
20%synergy
Invert Polarity
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
10%synergy
Opt
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
-14%synergy
Mana Drain
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Aetherize
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
10%synergy
Pyretic Ritual
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Magma Opus
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
17%synergy
Silundi Vision
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
16%synergy
Sink into Stupor
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
4%synergy
Flashback
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
4%synergy
Choreographed Sparks
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
19%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
-3%synergy
Gush
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Return the Favor
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
8%synergy
Brain Freeze
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
4%synergy
Sublime Epiphany
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Daze
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Resculpt
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Ghostly Flicker
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Expansion // Explosion
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
8%synergy
Galvanic Iteration
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Dig Through Time
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
2%synergy
Bulk Up
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Ice Magic
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Homesickness
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Blur
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Mental Misstep
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-1%synergy
Thrill of Possibility
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-6%synergy
Experimental Augury
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Syncopate
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Spell Snare
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Unauthorized Exit
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Complete the Circuit
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Flare of Denial
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Call Forth the Tempest
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
32%synergy
Windfall
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
10%synergy
Mizzix's Mastery
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
16%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
27%synergy
Time Stretch
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
33%synergy
Stock Up
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
21%synergy
Enter the Infinite
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
27%synergy
Faithless Looting
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
-4%synergy
Rousing Refrain
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
23%synergy
Treasure Cruise
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Brass's Bounty
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
21%synergy
Hit the Mother Lode
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
24%synergy
Expropriate
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
26%synergy
Preordain
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
-5%synergy
Creative Technique
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
27%synergy
Volcanic Vision
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
26%synergy
Sleight of Hand
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
16%synergy
Explosive Singularity
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
20%synergy
Fiery Confluence
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
19%synergy
Mnemonic Deluge
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
19%synergy
Seize the Spoils
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
15%synergy
Temporal Mastery
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
20%synergy
Echocasting Symposium
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
17%synergy
Flow State
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
10%synergy
Crackle with Power
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Careful Study
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Vandalblast
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
-11%synergy
Bonus Round
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Part the Waterveil
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Serum Visions
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
-3%synergy
Temporal Manipulation
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Insurrection
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Twinflame
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
10%synergy
Blatant Thievery
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Surge to Victory
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
10%synergy
Rise of the Eldrazi
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Alrund's Epiphany
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Volcanic Torrent
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Solve the Equation
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
1%synergy
Rite of Replication
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
9%synergy
Relm's Sketching
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Procrastinate
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Drag Under
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Flood of Recollection
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Chain Reaction
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
1%synergy
Soulfire Eruption
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Replication Technique
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Vengeful Possession
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Alchemist's Gambit
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Slagstorm
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Lightning Greaves
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Sapphire Medallion
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
27%synergy
Ruby Medallion
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
18%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
19%synergy
Chimil, the Inner Sun
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Mindsplice Apparatus
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
10%synergy
Isochron Scepter
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Lithoform Engine
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Cloud Key
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
4%synergy
Pyrite Spellbomb
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Aetherflux Reservoir
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
3%synergy
Mishra's Bauble
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
3%synergy
Primal Amulet
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
2%synergy
Smoke Bomb
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-21%synergy
Conjurer's Closet
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Astrologian's Planisphere
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Diary of Dreams
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Thousand-Year Storm
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
20%synergy
Sunbird's Invocation
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
26%synergy
Arcane Bombardment
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
22%synergy
One with the Multiverse
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
19%synergy
Shark Typhoon
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Propaganda
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Swarm Intelligence
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Rite of the Dragoncaller
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
9%synergy
Omniscience
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
9%synergy
Powerbalance
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Future Sight
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Shiny Impetus
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Storm of Saruman
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
As Foretold
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Teferi's Ageless Insight
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
0%synergy
Blood Mist
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Psychic Corrosion
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Wizard Class
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
0%synergy
Maddening Hex
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Passionate Archaeologist
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Double Vision
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
4%synergy
Mystic Remora
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-12%synergy
Curse of Opulence
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
4%synergy
Dictate of Kruphix
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Dress Down
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Inventive Iteration
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Frostcliff Siege
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
3%synergy
Triple Triad
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Spider-Man No More
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Battles
Invasion of Segovia
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Planeswalkers
Ral, Crackling Wit
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-5%synergy
Jace, Wielder of Mysteries
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
4%synergy
Ral, Storm Conduit
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-1%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
64%inclusion9 decks14 decks
15%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
57%inclusion8 decks14 decks
31%synergy
Mistrise Village
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
20%synergy
Great Hall of the Biblioplex
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
18%synergy
Command Beacon
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
-4%synergy
Skycoach Waypoint
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Restless Spire
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
2%synergy
Cori Mountain Monastery
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Boseiju, Who Shelters All
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Hidden Cataract
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Desolate Lighthouse
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-2%synergy
Agna Qel'a
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
100%inclusion14 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Arcane Signet
93%inclusion13 decks14 decks
10%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
-4%synergy
Izzet Signet
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
-7%synergy
Fellwar Stone
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
18%synergy
Commander's Sphere
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
22%synergy
Thought Vessel
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
-7%synergy
Mind Stone
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Bender's Waterskin
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
23%synergy
Tablet of Discovery
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
19%synergy
Thran Dynamo
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Worn Powerstone
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Replicating Ring
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Gilded Lotus
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
1%synergy
Pyromancer's Goggles
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
3%synergy
Ether
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Blitzball
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Potioner's Trove
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Lands
Mountain
100%inclusion14 decks14 decks
3%synergy
Island
100%inclusion14 decks14 decks
2%synergy
Command Tower
86%inclusion12 decks14 decks
-1%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
71%inclusion10 decks14 decks
29%synergy
Shivan Reef
64%inclusion9 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Exotic Orchard
64%inclusion9 decks14 decks
30%synergy
Sulfur Falls
64%inclusion9 decks14 decks
-2%synergy
Frostboil Snarl
64%inclusion9 decks14 decks
20%synergy
Steam Vents
57%inclusion8 decks14 decks
8%synergy
Cascade Bluffs
57%inclusion8 decks14 decks
12%synergy
Temple of Epiphany
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
11%synergy
Training Center
50%inclusion7 decks14 decks
8%synergy
Evolving Wilds
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
26%synergy
Turbulent Springs
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
25%synergy
Scorched Geyser
43%inclusion6 decks14 decks
26%synergy
Fabled Passage
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
26%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
-1%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
27%synergy
Scalding Tarn
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
5%synergy
Thundering Falls
36%inclusion5 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
16%synergy
Ferrous Lake
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
3%synergy
Spectacle Summit
29%inclusion4 decks14 decks
21%synergy
Myriad Landscape
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Riverglide Pathway
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
-3%synergy
Riverpyre Verge
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
-1%synergy
Ash Barrens
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
16%synergy
Silundi Vision
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
16%synergy
Path of Ancestry
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
7%synergy
Sink into Stupor
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
4%synergy
Pinnacle Monk
21%inclusion3 decks14 decks
8%synergy
Gemstone Mine
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
14%synergy
Crossroads Village
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
TCRI Building
14%inclusion2 decks14 decks
13%synergy
Fiery Islet
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-19%synergy
Hall of Oracles
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Swiftwater Cliffs
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-10%synergy
Molten Tributary
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-2%synergy
Horizon of Progress
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Thriving Isle
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
4%synergy
Cavern of Souls
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
3%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
0%synergy
Volcanic Island
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-8%synergy
Sundering Eruption
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
2%synergy
Uncharted Haven
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Spirebluff Canal
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-8%synergy
Study Hall
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
City of Brass
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-1%synergy
Flooded Strand
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-4%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
-3%synergy