Rafiq of the Many (Commander)

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Jonathan Zucchetti
Nov 20, 2025
The Best Commander From Every Year of the 2000s
With 2025 drawing to a close, let's take a look back at this quarter century and pick out the best commanders from each year.
Deck Filters
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Archidekt
Commander Spellbook
Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Team Avatar
10%inclusion25 decks257 decks
8%synergy
Enter the Avatar State
1.7%inclusion5 decks288 decks
-2%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
0.9%inclusion3 decks321 decks
-7%synergy
Meteor Sword
0.7%inclusion2 decks270 decks
0%synergy
Waterbender Ascension
0.7%inclusion2 decks281 decks
-4%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Finest Hour
89%inclusion4.09K decks4.62K decks
84%synergy
Qasali Pridemage
75%inclusion3.46K decks4.62K decks
73%synergy
Sublime Archangel
71%inclusion3.26K decks4.62K decks
69%synergy
Cathedral of War
68%inclusion3.15K decks4.62K decks
67%synergy
Sovereigns of Lost Alara
67%inclusion3.10K decks4.62K decks
65%synergy
Giltspire Avenger
64%inclusion2.96K decks4.62K decks
63%synergy
Steel of the Godhead
63%inclusion2.89K decks4.62K decks
59%synergy
Battlegrace Angel
57%inclusion2.63K decks4.62K decks
56%synergy
Shield of the Oversoul
59%inclusion2.71K decks4.62K decks
56%synergy
Stoic Angel
55%inclusion2.55K decks4.62K decks
54%synergy
Top Cards
Noble Hierarch
73%inclusion3.36K decks4.62K decks
47%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
67%inclusion3.10K decks4.62K decks
4%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
62%inclusion2.88K decks4.62K decks
35%synergy
Path to Exile
57%inclusion2.63K decks4.62K decks
9%synergy
Rancor
56%inclusion2.56K decks4.62K decks
51%synergy
Aqueous Form
50%inclusion2.29K decks4.62K decks
45%synergy
Silent Arbiter
49%inclusion2.28K decks4.62K decks
48%synergy
Farseek
47%inclusion2.15K decks4.62K decks
3%synergy
Cultivate
46%inclusion2.13K decks4.62K decks
7%synergy
Ethercaste Knight
45%inclusion2.07K decks4.62K decks
44%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
24%inclusion1.10K decks4.62K decks
9%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
22%inclusion1.04K decks4.62K decks
3%synergy
Rhystic Study
22%inclusion1.01K decks4.62K decks
1%synergy
Teferi's Protection
20%inclusion930 decks4.62K decks
5%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
16%inclusion741 decks4.62K decks
2%synergy
Smothering Tithe
13%inclusion594 decks4.62K decks
-4%synergy
Worldly Tutor
9.0%inclusion417 decks4.62K decks
-2%synergy
Mystical Tutor
5.7%inclusion265 decks4.62K decks
0%synergy
Ancient Tomb
5.7%inclusion264 decks4.62K decks
-1%synergy
Creatures
Knight of Glory
44%inclusion2.04K decks4.62K decks
43%synergy
Aven Squire
44%inclusion2.01K decks4.62K decks
43%synergy
Birds of Paradise
42%inclusion1.93K decks4.62K decks
8%synergy
Akrasan Squire
41%inclusion1.91K decks4.62K decks
41%synergy
Kutzil, Malamet Exemplar
41%inclusion1.91K decks4.62K decks
27%synergy
Sigiled Paladin
41%inclusion1.90K decks4.62K decks
40%synergy
Danitha, New Benalia's Light
41%inclusion1.88K decks4.62K decks
38%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
39%inclusion1.80K decks4.62K decks
36%synergy
Cold-Eyed Selkie
35%inclusion1.63K decks4.62K decks
32%synergy
Mother of Runes
33%inclusion1.51K decks4.62K decks
30%synergy
Frontline Sage
32%inclusion1.50K decks4.62K decks
32%synergy
Court Archers
28%inclusion1.31K decks4.62K decks
28%synergy
Rashel, Fist of Torm
28%inclusion1.30K decks4.62K decks
28%synergy
Avacyn's Pilgrim
27%inclusion1.26K decks4.62K decks
13%synergy
Guardians of Akrasa
27%inclusion1.26K decks4.62K decks
27%synergy
Galea, Kindler of Hope
27%inclusion1.24K decks4.62K decks
26%synergy
Pippin, Guard of the Citadel
26%inclusion1.18K decks4.62K decks
24%synergy
Sighted-Caste Sorcerer
25%inclusion1.15K decks4.62K decks
24%synergy
Rhox Charger
23%inclusion1.07K decks4.62K decks
23%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
22%inclusion1.02K decks4.62K decks
20%synergy
Bastion Protector
21%inclusion974 decks4.62K decks
20%synergy
Sythis, Harvest's Hand
20%inclusion906 decks4.62K decks
14%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
19%inclusion877 decks4.62K decks
18%synergy
Sun Titan
19%inclusion872 decks4.62K decks
13%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
18%inclusion823 decks4.62K decks
16%synergy
Dawnray Archer
18%inclusion817 decks4.62K decks
17%synergy
Esper Sentinel
17%inclusion803 decks4.62K decks
2%synergy
Knotvine Paladin
16%inclusion746 decks4.62K decks
16%synergy
Waveskimmer Aven
15%inclusion696 decks4.62K decks
15%synergy
Grand Abolisher
15%inclusion678 decks4.62K decks
8%synergy
Blighted Agent
14%inclusion651 decks4.62K decks
13%synergy
Llanowar Elves
13%inclusion584 decks4.62K decks
-1%synergy
Sanctum Weaver
12%inclusion543 decks4.62K decks
6%synergy
Eternal Witness
11%inclusion525 decks4.62K decks
-3%synergy
Delighted Halfling
11%inclusion515 decks4.62K decks
-1%synergy
Bruna, Light of Alabaster
10%inclusion480 decks4.62K decks
9%synergy
Sigarda, Host of Herons
10%inclusion480 decks4.62K decks
9%synergy
Merchant of Truth
10%inclusion457 decks4.41K decks
7%synergy
Giver of Runes
9.3%inclusion431 decks4.62K decks
8%synergy
Pearl-Ear, Imperial Advisor
9.3%inclusion356 decks3.83K decks
8%synergy
Dauntless Escort
9.1%inclusion421 decks4.62K decks
8%synergy
Sakura-Tribe Elder
9.1%inclusion421 decks4.62K decks
1%synergy
Bloom Tender
8.5%inclusion394 decks4.62K decks
-3%synergy
Rhox Bodyguard
8.5%inclusion392 decks4.62K decks
8%synergy
Grunn, the Lonely King
8.3%inclusion383 decks4.62K decks
8%synergy
Medomai the Ageless
7.8%inclusion362 decks4.62K decks
7%synergy
Kor Spiritdancer
7.8%inclusion361 decks4.62K decks
6%synergy
Setessan Champion
7.6%inclusion353 decks4.62K decks
3%synergy
Guardian Augmenter
7.5%inclusion348 decks4.62K decks
7%synergy
Outrider of Jhess
7.3%inclusion335 decks4.62K decks
7%synergy
Instants
Counterspell
44%inclusion2.05K decks4.62K decks
7%synergy
Heroic Intervention
39%inclusion1.80K decks4.62K decks
8%synergy
Beast Within
32%inclusion1.48K decks4.62K decks
3%synergy
Bant Charm
31%inclusion1.44K decks4.62K decks
25%synergy
Dovin's Veto
23%inclusion1.05K decks4.62K decks
6%synergy
Negate
22%inclusion996 decks4.62K decks
7%synergy
Generous Gift
21%inclusion971 decks4.62K decks
-6%synergy
Hindering Light
20%inclusion924 decks4.62K decks
19%synergy
Brokers Charm
15%inclusion691 decks4.62K decks
12%synergy
Simic Charm
12%inclusion554 decks4.62K decks
11%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
12%inclusion539 decks4.62K decks
-14%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
12%inclusion536 decks4.62K decks
3%synergy
Eladamri's Call
12%inclusion536 decks4.62K decks
1%synergy
Arcane Denial
11%inclusion526 decks4.62K decks
-6%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
11%inclusion501 decks4.62K decks
4%synergy
Swan Song
10%inclusion447 decks4.62K decks
-6%synergy
Growth Spiral
10%inclusion445 decks4.62K decks
-4%synergy
Brainstorm
10%inclusion443 decks4.62K decks
1%synergy
Tyvar's Stand
10%inclusion442 decks4.62K decks
9%synergy
Hunter's Insight
9.5%inclusion438 decks4.62K decks
9%synergy
Mana Drain
9.4%inclusion436 decks4.62K decks
0%synergy
Dawn's Truce
9.1%inclusion328 decks3.59K decks
-2%synergy
Krosan Grip
7.4%inclusion341 decks4.62K decks
5%synergy
Tamiyo's Safekeeping
6.8%inclusion316 decks4.62K decks
5%synergy
Collective Resistance
6.2%inclusion237 decks3.83K decks
5%synergy
Slip Out the Back
6.0%inclusion275 decks4.62K decks
4%synergy
Selesnya Charm
5.7%inclusion261 decks4.62K decks
5%synergy
Nature's Claim
5.2%inclusion242 decks4.62K decks
0%synergy
Sorceries
Open the Armory
42%inclusion1.94K decks4.62K decks
39%synergy
Rampant Growth
38%inclusion1.74K decks4.62K decks
11%synergy
Kodama's Reach
31%inclusion1.43K decks4.62K decks
11%synergy
Nature's Lore
29%inclusion1.32K decks4.62K decks
1%synergy
Supreme Verdict
23%inclusion1.07K decks4.62K decks
14%synergy
Three Visits
21%inclusion989 decks4.62K decks
-4%synergy
Winds of Rath
18%inclusion825 decks4.62K decks
14%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
15%inclusion677 decks4.62K decks
14%synergy
Single Combat
11%inclusion513 decks4.62K decks
10%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
11%inclusion498 decks4.62K decks
6%synergy
Wargate
9.2%inclusion425 decks4.62K decks
4%synergy
Divine Reckoning
8.4%inclusion386 decks4.62K decks
8%synergy
Farewell
8.3%inclusion385 decks4.62K decks
-9%synergy
Austere Command
8.1%inclusion373 decks4.62K decks
-2%synergy
Ponder
7.7%inclusion356 decks4.62K decks
4%synergy
Slash the Ranks
7.6%inclusion351 decks4.62K decks
7%synergy
Wrath of God
6.8%inclusion315 decks4.62K decks
4%synergy
Harmonize
6.5%inclusion301 decks4.62K decks
5%synergy
Preordain
5.2%inclusion239 decks4.62K decks
2%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Sigil of Valor
39%inclusion1.79K decks4.62K decks
38%synergy
Lightning Greaves
33%inclusion1.51K decks4.62K decks
13%synergy
Rammas Echor, Ancient Shield
27%inclusion1.25K decks4.62K decks
22%synergy
Behemoth Sledge
26%inclusion1.20K decks4.62K decks
24%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
23%inclusion1.07K decks4.62K decks
21%synergy
Shadowspear
22%inclusion1K decks4.62K decks
20%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
21%inclusion970 decks4.62K decks
19%synergy
Mithril Coat
20%inclusion916 decks4.62K decks
17%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
19%inclusion892 decks4.62K decks
17%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
16%inclusion739 decks4.62K decks
15%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
16%inclusion723 decks4.62K decks
15%synergy
Sword of the Animist
13%inclusion614 decks4.62K decks
11%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
12%inclusion546 decks4.62K decks
11%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
11%inclusion392 decks3.70K decks
9%synergy
Colossus Hammer
11%inclusion487 decks4.62K decks
9%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
10%inclusion482 decks4.62K decks
9%synergy
Thran Power Suit
10%inclusion456 decks4.62K decks
9%synergy
Winged Boots
10%inclusion446 decks4.62K decks
7%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
9.0%inclusion417 decks4.62K decks
8%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
9.0%inclusion334 decks3.70K decks
8%synergy
Robe of Stars
8.5%inclusion393 decks4.62K decks
6%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
8.2%inclusion380 decks4.62K decks
8%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
8.2%inclusion380 decks4.62K decks
8%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
8.2%inclusion378 decks4.62K decks
8%synergy
The Key to the Vault
7.8%inclusion319 decks4.10K decks
5%synergy
Buster Sword
7.4%inclusion114 decks1.53K decks
7%synergy
Basilisk Collar
7.3%inclusion335 decks4.62K decks
5%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
6.9%inclusion317 decks4.62K decks
6%synergy
Haunted Cloak
6.8%inclusion314 decks4.62K decks
6%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
6.4%inclusion126 decks1.98K decks
6%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
6.3%inclusion292 decks4.62K decks
6%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
6.2%inclusion288 decks4.62K decks
5%synergy
Grafted Exoskeleton
6.1%inclusion283 decks4.62K decks
6%synergy
Darksteel Plate
6.0%inclusion275 decks4.62K decks
5%synergy
Inquisitor's Flail
5.9%inclusion274 decks4.62K decks
6%synergy
Belt of Giant Strength
5.5%inclusion252 decks4.62K decks
4%synergy
Mask of Memory
5.4%inclusion247 decks4.62K decks
5%synergy
Power Fist
5.3%inclusion228 decks4.28K decks
4%synergy
Celestial Armor
5.2%inclusion156 decks2.97K decks
5%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
5.2%inclusion240 decks4.62K decks
4%synergy
Enchantments
Angelic Benediction
43%inclusion1.97K decks4.62K decks
42%synergy
Armadillo Cloak
41%inclusion1.88K decks4.62K decks
39%synergy
Spirit Mantle
40%inclusion1.84K decks4.62K decks
38%synergy
Ardent Plea
38%inclusion1.74K decks4.62K decks
37%synergy
Angelic Exaltation
36%inclusion1.68K decks4.62K decks
36%synergy
Idolized
35%inclusion1.59K decks4.62K decks
33%synergy
All That Glitters
34%inclusion1.56K decks4.62K decks
28%synergy
Bear Umbra
33%inclusion1.51K decks4.62K decks
28%synergy
Staggering Insight
32%inclusion1.49K decks4.62K decks
31%synergy
Combat Research
29%inclusion1.34K decks4.62K decks
27%synergy
Favor of the Overbeing
29%inclusion1.32K decks4.62K decks
28%synergy
Dueling Grounds
28%inclusion1.29K decks4.62K decks
27%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
27%inclusion1.26K decks4.62K decks
25%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
27%inclusion1.24K decks4.62K decks
24%synergy
Eldrazi Conscription
25%inclusion1.14K decks4.62K decks
23%synergy
Ethereal Armor
21%inclusion976 decks4.62K decks
17%synergy
Strength of the Harvest
20%inclusion756 decks3.83K decks
16%synergy
Unflinching Courage
20%inclusion906 decks4.62K decks
18%synergy
Strong Back
17%inclusion711 decks4.29K decks
15%synergy
Snake Umbra
16%inclusion755 decks4.62K decks
15%synergy
Ancestral Mask
15%inclusion687 decks4.62K decks
12%synergy
Wild Growth
14%inclusion641 decks4.62K decks
3%synergy
Security Bypass
12%inclusion542 decks4.62K decks
11%synergy
Utopia Sprawl
11%inclusion526 decks4.62K decks
3%synergy
Enchantress's Presence
11%inclusion502 decks4.62K decks
6%synergy
Sylvan Library
11%inclusion500 decks4.62K decks
4%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
11%inclusion349 decks3.27K decks
9%synergy
Curiosity
10%inclusion464 decks4.62K decks
9%synergy
Super State
10%inclusion124 decks1.25K decks
9%synergy
Ghostly Prison
10%inclusion456 decks4.62K decks
0%synergy
Mystic Remora
10%inclusion454 decks4.62K decks
-2%synergy
Angelic Destiny
10%inclusion447 decks4.62K decks
9%synergy
Sterling Grove
9.5%inclusion437 decks4.62K decks
4%synergy
Colossification
9.1%inclusion422 decks4.62K decks
8%synergy
Propaganda
9.1%inclusion420 decks4.62K decks
-2%synergy
Unquestioned Authority
9.1%inclusion419 decks4.62K decks
7%synergy
Fertile Ground
9.1%inclusion419 decks4.62K decks
3%synergy
Daybreak Coronet
8.1%inclusion375 decks4.62K decks
7%synergy
Audacity
8.0%inclusion370 decks4.62K decks
8%synergy
Mirari's Wake
7.6%inclusion352 decks4.62K decks
1%synergy
Forge Anew
7.3%inclusion337 decks4.62K decks
6%synergy
Hyena Umbra
7.0%inclusion322 decks4.62K decks
6%synergy
Lion Umbra
6.9%inclusion260 decks3.79K decks
6%synergy
Alpha Authority
6.8%inclusion313 decks4.62K decks
6%synergy
Aether Tunnel
6.7%inclusion310 decks4.62K decks
6%synergy
Gift of Immortality
6.5%inclusion302 decks4.62K decks
6%synergy
Timely Ward
6.3%inclusion293 decks4.62K decks
5%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
6.0%inclusion278 decks4.62K decks
2%synergy
Sigil of the Nayan Gods
5.9%inclusion272 decks4.62K decks
6%synergy
Spectra Ward
5.5%inclusion253 decks4.62K decks
5%synergy
Planeswalkers
Elspeth, Knight-Errant
9.4%inclusion434 decks4.62K decks
9%synergy
Tamiyo, Field Researcher
5.1%inclusion234 decks4.62K decks
-4%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
60%inclusion2.75K decks4.62K decks
45%synergy
Reliquary Tower
26%inclusion1.18K decks4.62K decks
-19%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
21%inclusion991 decks4.62K decks
16%synergy
Boseiju, Who Endures
15%inclusion709 decks4.62K decks
-3%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
11%inclusion501 decks4.62K decks
-5%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
10%inclusion451 decks4.62K decks
-5%synergy
Temple of the False God
7.8%inclusion362 decks4.62K decks
-1%synergy
Command Beacon
6.2%inclusion284 decks4.62K decks
4%synergy
Academy Ruins
6.1%inclusion282 decks4.62K decks
4%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
81%inclusion3.73K decks4.62K decks
0%synergy
Arcane Signet
72%inclusion3.34K decks4.62K decks
1%synergy
Azorius Signet
22%inclusion1.02K decks4.62K decks
11%synergy
Simic Signet
20%inclusion928 decks4.62K decks
9%synergy
Selesnya Signet
19%inclusion868 decks4.62K decks
11%synergy
Talisman of Unity
12%inclusion559 decks4.62K decks
1%synergy
Commander's Sphere
12%inclusion555 decks4.62K decks
5%synergy
Fellwar Stone
11%inclusion514 decks4.62K decks
-3%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
11%inclusion514 decks4.62K decks
4%synergy
Talisman of Progress
11%inclusion487 decks4.62K decks
-1%synergy
Talisman of Curiosity
11%inclusion487 decks4.62K decks
-1%synergy
Obelisk of Bant
8.3%inclusion383 decks4.62K decks
8%synergy
Lands
Plains
96%inclusion4.45K decks4.62K decks
3%synergy
Forest
96%inclusion4.45K decks4.62K decks
2%synergy
Island
96%inclusion4.42K decks4.62K decks
2%synergy
Command Tower
89%inclusion4.09K decks4.62K decks
-2%synergy
Seaside Citadel
62%inclusion2.87K decks4.62K decks
9%synergy
Glacial Fortress
52%inclusion2.42K decks4.62K decks
7%synergy
Sunpetal Grove
50%inclusion2.31K decks4.62K decks
9%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
49%inclusion2.25K decks4.62K decks
6%synergy
Temple Garden
48%inclusion2.23K decks4.62K decks
5%synergy
Hinterland Harbor
48%inclusion2.23K decks4.62K decks
2%synergy
Spara's Headquarters
47%inclusion2.15K decks4.62K decks
5%synergy
Breeding Pool
46%inclusion2.14K decks4.62K decks
2%synergy
Exotic Orchard
45%inclusion2.05K decks4.62K decks
-12%synergy
Prairie Stream
43%inclusion1.98K decks4.62K decks
-3%synergy
Canopy Vista
42%inclusion1.93K decks4.62K decks
-5%synergy
Rejuvenating Springs
34%inclusion1.57K decks4.62K decks
-2%synergy
Windswept Heath
34%inclusion1.55K decks4.62K decks
1%synergy
Bountiful Promenade
33%inclusion1.52K decks4.62K decks
2%synergy
Flooded Strand
32%inclusion1.48K decks4.62K decks
0%synergy
Sea of Clouds
31%inclusion1.44K decks4.62K decks
0%synergy
Misty Rainforest
31%inclusion1.42K decks4.62K decks
1%synergy
Evolving Wilds
26%inclusion1.21K decks4.62K decks
0%synergy
Overgrown Farmland
26%inclusion1.20K decks4.62K decks
3%synergy
Yavimaya Coast
26%inclusion1.19K decks4.62K decks
-5%synergy
Dreamroot Cascade
24%inclusion1.11K decks4.62K decks
-2%synergy
Deserted Beach
24%inclusion1.10K decks4.62K decks
3%synergy
Tranquil Landscape
22%inclusion834 decks3.79K decks
5%synergy
Strength of the Harvest
20%inclusion756 decks3.83K decks
16%synergy
Temple of Plenty
20%inclusion912 decks4.62K decks
-1%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
20%inclusion900 decks4.62K decks
2%synergy
Temple of Mystery
20%inclusion900 decks4.62K decks
-3%synergy
Brushland
19%inclusion881 decks4.62K decks
-7%synergy
Temple of Enlightenment
19%inclusion875 decks4.62K decks
-1%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
19%inclusion873 decks4.62K decks
-4%synergy
Bant Panorama
15%inclusion686 decks4.62K decks
10%synergy
Selesnya Sanctuary
14%inclusion669 decks4.62K decks
0%synergy
Azorius Chancery
14%inclusion669 decks4.62K decks
-1%synergy
Path of Ancestry
14%inclusion648 decks4.62K decks
-10%synergy
Savannah
13%inclusion601 decks4.62K decks
0%synergy
Simic Growth Chamber
13%inclusion590 decks4.62K decks
-4%synergy
Tropical Island
12%inclusion576 decks4.62K decks
0%synergy
Tundra
12%inclusion575 decks4.62K decks
0%synergy
Flooded Grove
11%inclusion519 decks4.62K decks
-9%synergy
Brokers Hideout
11%inclusion512 decks4.62K decks
2%synergy
Fortified Village
11%inclusion492 decks4.62K decks
-3%synergy
Port Town
10%inclusion483 decks4.62K decks
-3%synergy
Reflecting Pool
10%inclusion469 decks4.62K decks
4%synergy
Hushwood Verge
10%inclusion334 decks3.31K decks
0%synergy
City of Brass
10%inclusion442 decks4.62K decks
1%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
8.7%inclusion287 decks3.31K decks
0%synergy