Read More: MTG Arena bug will be getting patched and come with a code The 10 best Mono-Black commanders Before we get into the bulk of the list, its worth noting that Skithiryx, the Blight Dragon is an excellent choice for a Black commander, but we dont think its as interesting as the rest of the list, so it remains here in the honorable mentions instead
Core synergy pieces Tax and lock pieces: Resource denial: Value under locks: Commanders 27.3% (3) 27.3% (3) 27.3% (3) 18.2% (2) How to beat it Flexible permanent removal is the most direct answer because modern stax pieces are spread across creatures (Drannith Magistrate, Collector Ouphe, Archon of Emeria), artifacts (Sphere of Resistance, Winter Orb), and enchantments (Rule of Law, Deafening Silence)
Whatever your second spell is each turn, you get to copy it
We tried everything we could to beat it, including maindeck copies of High Noon and Magebane Lizard
On a more serious note, Craterhoof Behemoth is far from necessary