Isao, Enlightened Bushi
$0.78
$0.78Legendary Creature — Human Samurai
How it feels to play against
Fair Game
Interactive and enjoyable to play against.
Popularity
Decent Pick
Moderately popular, encounter occasionally.
Ranking
#2896
Current Rank
#3352
Last Week
#2825
Past 2 Years
214
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New Cards
Fresh cards from recent sets that players are experimenting with in Isao, Enlightened Bushi decks.
Pia, Aether Ascetic+6% Synergy
in 11% of decks
$0.69
Vinelasher Adept+5% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.07
Hunter's Axe+4% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.24
Roiling Canopy+2% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$1.34
High Synergy Cards
Cards that work exceptionally well with Isao, Enlightened Bushi's abilities and overall game plan.
Blanchwood Armor+63% Synergy
in 75% of decks
$0.27
Snake Umbra+61% Synergy
in 68% of decks
$1.10
Rancor+61% Synergy
in 71% of decks
$1.69
Bear Umbra+51% Synergy
in 62% of decks
$14.20
Alpha Authority+51% Synergy
in 55% of decks
$2.20
Ancestral Mask+50% Synergy
in 52% of decks
$1.97
Enchantress's Presence+48% Synergy
in 51% of decks
$1.52
Strong Back+48% Synergy
in 51% of decks
$1.48
Mark of Sakiko+47% Synergy
in 49% of decks
$3.00
Canopy Cover+47% Synergy
in 51% of decks
$2.83
Top Cards
The most popular and reliable cards that form the backbone of successful Isao, Enlightened Bushi decks.
Blanchwood Armor+63% Synergy
in 75% of decks
$0.27
Snake Umbra+61% Synergy
in 68% of decks
$1.10
Rancor+61% Synergy
in 71% of decks
$1.69
Bear Umbra+51% Synergy
in 62% of decks
$14.20
Alpha Authority+51% Synergy
in 55% of decks
$2.20
Ancestral Mask+50% Synergy
in 52% of decks
$1.97
Swiftfoot Boots+25% Synergy
in 58% of decks
$1.86
Rampant Growth+12% Synergy
in 55% of decks
$1.01
Beast Within+5% Synergy
in 62% of decks
$0.76
Cultivate+0% Synergy
in 51% of decks
$0.56
Game Changers
Powerful cards that can single-handedly turn the tide of a game when resolved.
Seedborn Muse-1% Synergy
in 12% of decks
$17.61
Worldly Tutor-9% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$29.62
Crop Rotation-10% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$3.54
Creatures
Essential creatures that complement Isao, Enlightened Bushi's strategy through synergy, utility, or raw power.
Verduran Enchantress+39% Synergy
in 41% of decks
$3.47
Silent Arbiter+37% Synergy
in 39% of decks
$9.62
Eidolon of Blossoms+36% Synergy
in 38% of decks
$3.08
Setessan Champion+35% Synergy
in 37% of decks
$4.03
Sanctum Weaver+29% Synergy
in 31% of decks
$5.04
Guardian Augmenter+28% Synergy
in 32% of decks
$1.04
Generous Visitor+25% Synergy
in 26% of decks
$0.29
Tajuru Preserver+23% Synergy
in 26% of decks
$4.14
Tanglespan Lookout+21% Synergy
in 22% of decks
$0.28
Argothian Enchantress+16% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$63.87
Tanuki Transplanter+15% Synergy
in 18% of decks
$1.47
Sakura-Tribe Elder+15% Synergy
in 37% of decks
$0.43
Destiny Spinner+14% Synergy
in 18% of decks
$1.58
Kodama of the West Tree+14% Synergy
in 21% of decks
$19.93
Ulvenwald Tracker+13% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$6.25
Herald of the Pantheon+12% Synergy
in 13% of decks
$3.31
Chomping Changeling+12% Synergy
in 19% of decks
$0.57
Eternal Witness+10% Synergy
in 35% of decks
$2.16
Nylea's Colossus+9% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$4.55
Chameleon Colossus+7% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$1.04
Nylea, God of the Hunt+7% Synergy
in 11% of decks
$9.77
Masked Vandal+7% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$1.59
Arasta of the Endless Web+7% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$0.40
Reclamation Sage+7% Synergy
in 27% of decks
$0.31
Thrun, the Last Troll+6% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$0.83
Bellowing Tanglewurm+6% Synergy
in 14% of decks
$0.80
Composer of Spring+5% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$7.60
Guardian Gladewalker+5% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.09
Littjara Glade-Warden+5% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.15
Changeling Wayfinder+5% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.27
Bloodline Pretender+5% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$2.33
Budoka Gardener+5% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.56
Elvish Archivist+5% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.33
Woodland Changeling+5% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.58
Mutable Explorer+4% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$1.51
Brass Squire+4% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$1.21
Slippery Bogbonder+4% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$5.08
Forgotten Ancient+3% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$0.31
Shigeki, Jukai Visionary+3% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.32
Realmwalker+0% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$2.13
Toski, Bearer of Secrets-1% Synergy
in 16% of decks
$7.02
Seedborn Muse-1% Synergy
in 12% of decks
$17.61
Karametra's Acolyte-1% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$0.36
Zopandrel, Hunger Dominus-3% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$11.94
Defiler of Vigor-7% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$3.45
Fyndhorn Elves-8% Synergy
in 23% of decks
$1.58
Llanowar Elves-9% Synergy
in 45% of decks
$0.24
Elvish Mystic-10% Synergy
in 35% of decks
$5.37
Arbor Elf-11% Synergy
in 11% of decks
$0.68
Birds of Paradise-15% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$8.20
Instants
Key instant-speed responses for protection, removal, and keeping Isao, Enlightened Bushi safe.
Primal Bellow+41% Synergy
in 47% of decks
$0.37
Hunter's Insight+38% Synergy
in 51% of decks
$0.51
Snakeskin Veil+28% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$0.26
Gift of the Viper+27% Synergy
in 35% of decks
$0.24
Tamiyo's Safekeeping+24% Synergy
in 45% of decks
$4.47
Ram Through+23% Synergy
in 45% of decks
$0.46
Krosan Grip+19% Synergy
in 37% of decks
$1.61
Fog+16% Synergy
in 36% of decks
$0.93
Berserk+16% Synergy
in 19% of decks
$12.90
Return to Nature+13% Synergy
in 27% of decks
$0.32
Silkguard+12% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$0.41
Gaea's Gift+11% Synergy
in 22% of decks
$0.73
Tyvar's Stand+10% Synergy
in 24% of decks
$1.30
Moment's Peace+7% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$5.27
Ancient Animus+6% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$0.28
Vines of Vastwood+6% Synergy
in 11% of decks
$1.13
Choose Your Weapon+6% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$0.26
Master's Rebuke+6% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$0.28
Inscription of Abundance+6% Synergy
in 11% of decks
$0.36
Khalni Ambush+5% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$0.50
Tangle+5% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$5.59
Arachnogenesis+5% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$7.77
Obscuring Haze+5% Synergy
in 13% of decks
$4.94
Blossoming Defense+4% Synergy
in 11% of decks
$0.28
Glorious Decay+4% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.18
Squall Line+4% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$2.12
Reclaim+3% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.20
Aspect of Hydra+3% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.28
Ranger's Guile+3% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.20
Trash the Town+3% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.19
Prizefight+2% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.33
Cosmic Hunger+2% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.27
Blessed Respite+2% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.39
Noxious Revival+2% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$6.71
Giant Growth+1% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.17
Invigorate+1% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.28
Overprotect+1% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$1.57
Constant Mists+1% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$18.57
Naturalize+1% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.30
Legolas's Quick Reflexes+0% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$47.04
Collective Resistance0% Synergy
in 14% of decks
$1.77
Bite Down0% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.23
Force of Vigor-1% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$6.11
Nature's Claim-1% Synergy
in 19% of decks
$1.38
Veil of Summer-2% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$4.31
Heroic Intervention-7% Synergy
in 40% of decks
$17.22
Worldly Tutor-9% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$29.62
Archdruid's Charm-9% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$9.10
Crop Rotation-10% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$3.54
Return of the Wildspeaker-30% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$2.67
Sorceries
Important sorcery spells that advance Isao, Enlightened Bushi's game plan and control the board.
Harmonize+16% Synergy
in 42% of decks
$0.33
Soul's Majesty+15% Synergy
in 21% of decks
$2.36
Hunter's Prowess+14% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$0.41
Rofellos's Gift+10% Synergy
in 11% of decks
$0.34
Spinning Wheel Kick+9% Synergy
in 11% of decks
$0.33
Bala Ged Recovery+9% Synergy
in 24% of decks
$6.55
Kodama's Reach+8% Synergy
in 45% of decks
$1.93
Regrowth+8% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$0.52
Prey Upon+7% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$0.16
Revenge of the Hunted+5% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.34
Ezuri's Predation+5% Synergy
in 16% of decks
$2.56
Explore+1% Synergy
in 24% of decks
$0.26
Shared Roots+1% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$0.37
Bushwhack+0% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$0.22
Nissa's Pilgrimage0% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.36
Nature's Lore0% Synergy
in 38% of decks
$2.49
Skyshroud Claim-1% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$1.06
Three Visits-1% Synergy
in 28% of decks
$5.20
Traverse the Outlands-2% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$5.79
Bridgeworks Battle-3% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$1.20
Rishkar's Expertise-5% Synergy
in 25% of decks
$4.38
Utility Artifacts
Versatile artifacts that provide ongoing value, card selection, or strategic advantages.
Blackblade Reforged+41% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$2.97
Haunted Cloak+35% Synergy
in 38% of decks
$0.31
Fireshrieker+34% Synergy
in 39% of decks
$0.23
Ring of Kalonia+30% Synergy
in 31% of decks
$0.36
Thran Power Suit+29% Synergy
in 31% of decks
$0.93
Loxodon Warhammer+28% Synergy
in 31% of decks
$2.40
Trailblazer's Boots+26% Synergy
in 30% of decks
$3.09
Basilisk Collar+25% Synergy
in 30% of decks
$3.33
Shadowspear+24% Synergy
in 29% of decks
$34.32
Sword of Vengeance+24% Synergy
in 26% of decks
$1.52
Sword of the Animist+23% Synergy
in 30% of decks
$5.92
Power Fist+20% Synergy
in 25% of decks
$11.20
Commander's Plate+16% Synergy
in 23% of decks
$36.91
Strata Scythe+14% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$0.62
Champion's Helm+13% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$2.90
Umezawa's Jitte+13% Synergy
in 14% of decks
$21.33
Belt of Giant Strength+12% Synergy
in 14% of decks
$3.07
Quick-Draw Katana+12% Synergy
in 13% of decks
$0.17
Helm of the Gods+11% Synergy
in 11% of decks
$2.88
Staff of Titania+10% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$6.78
O-Naginata+9% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$0.46
Hammer of Nazahn+9% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$13.29
Darksteel Plate+8% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$3.56
Bone Sabres+7% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$4.07
Hero's Blade+7% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$0.30
Infiltration Lens+7% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$2.09
Sword of Feast and Famine+6% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$42.28
Crawlspace+6% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$9.39
Grappling Hook+6% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$1.46
Sword of Fire and Ice+6% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$45.87
Mask of Memory+6% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.41
Lost Jitte+5% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$4.95
Kaldra Compleat+5% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$9.72
Tarrian's Soulcleaver+4% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$4.49
Grafted Exoskeleton+4% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$6.75
Maskwood Nexus+4% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$2.69
Genji Glove+4% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$6.31
Prowler's Helm+4% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.56
Bow of Nylea+2% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$4.13
Whispersilk Cloak+1% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$2.25
Emerald Medallion-6% Synergy
in 38% of decks
$5.75
The Earth Crystal-8% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$11.92
Lightning Greaves-14% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$2.97
Enchantments
Powerful enchantments that support Isao, Enlightened Bushi's strategy and create lasting battlefield effects.
Enchantress's Presence+48% Synergy
in 51% of decks
$1.52
Strong Back+48% Synergy
in 51% of decks
$1.48
Mark of Sakiko+47% Synergy
in 49% of decks
$3.00
Canopy Cover+47% Synergy
in 51% of decks
$2.83
Sixth Sense+43% Synergy
in 46% of decks
$0.29
Spider Umbra+40% Synergy
in 43% of decks
$0.35
Lion Umbra+40% Synergy
in 44% of decks
$0.29
Keen Sense+36% Synergy
in 39% of decks
$2.83
Kenrith's Transformation+30% Synergy
in 50% of decks
$1.08
Indomitable Might+28% Synergy
in 31% of decks
$0.79
Season of Growth+28% Synergy
in 33% of decks
$0.23
Boar Umbra+27% Synergy
in 30% of decks
$0.25
Rune of Might+27% Synergy
in 29% of decks
$0.24
Hydra's Growth+24% Synergy
in 31% of decks
$1.85
Raised by Giants+24% Synergy
in 26% of decks
$0.39
Wild Growth+21% Synergy
in 47% of decks
$0.78
One with Nature+18% Synergy
in 20% of decks
$3.08
Lignify+18% Synergy
in 25% of decks
$1.15
Utopia Sprawl+18% Synergy
in 35% of decks
$1.68
Audacity+17% Synergy
in 20% of decks
$0.32
Instill Energy+17% Synergy
in 19% of decks
$2.11
Eldrazi Conscription+16% Synergy
in 18% of decks
$1.47
Forced Adaptation+14% Synergy
in 16% of decks
$0.14
Colossification+14% Synergy
in 18% of decks
$0.89
Concord with the Kami+14% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$0.32
Well Rested+10% Synergy
in 13% of decks
$2.71
Cartouche of Strength+9% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$0.22
Level Up+8% Synergy
in 13% of decks
$1.71
Predatory Hunger+7% Synergy
in 9% of decks
$0.61
Fertile Ground+7% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$0.33
Meltstrider's Resolve+7% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$0.27
Song of the Dryads+6% Synergy
in 17% of decks
$6.09
Super State+6% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$19.99
Vow of Wildness+6% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.23
Lure+6% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$0.19
Ordeal of Nylea+6% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$0.12
Nature's Will+5% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$8.16
Seal of Primordium+5% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.36
Overgrowth+5% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$0.39
Setessan Training+4% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.33
Giant Inheritance+4% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.44
Gaea's Touch+4% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$2.59
Wilderness Reclamation+4% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$3.55
Colossal Majesty+2% Synergy
in 14% of decks
$1.12
Hunter's Talent+1% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$0.33
Defense of the Heart+0% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$21.80
Unnatural Growth-3% Synergy
in 21% of decks
$3.90
Sylvan Library-4% Synergy
in 13% of decks
$27.21
Exploration-6% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$28.84
Garruk's Uprising-33% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.64
Planeswalkers
Planeswalkers that work alongside Isao, Enlightened Bushi to provide ongoing value and board presence.
Garruk, Primal Hunter-4% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$2.30
Utility Lands
Non-basic lands that offer additional utility beyond just mana production.
Okina, Temple to the Grandfathers+27% Synergy
in 30% of decks
$4.73
Rogue's Passage+24% Synergy
in 62% of decks
$0.37
Witch's Clinic+10% Synergy
in 14% of decks
$12.64
Tyrite Sanctum+9% Synergy
in 12% of decks
$2.69
War Room+8% Synergy
in 28% of decks
$3.55
Roadside Reliquary+7% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$0.27
Maze of Ith+7% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$9.80
Bonders' Enclave+6% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$0.86
Scavenger Grounds+4% Synergy
in 11% of decks
$0.31
Command Beacon+4% Synergy
in 13% of decks
$8.31
Homeward Path+3% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$19.19
Slippery Karst+3% Synergy
in 7% of decks
$0.19
Reliquary Tower+2% Synergy
in 35% of decks
$4.38
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth+0% Synergy
in 24% of decks
$14.16
Tranquil Thicket+0% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$0.24
Boseiju, Who Endures-2% Synergy
in 24% of decks
$46.42
Temple of the False God-3% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.32
Oran-Rief, the Vastwood-6% Synergy
in 12% of decks
$0.42
Mosswort Bridge-10% Synergy
in 18% of decks
$0.39
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx-10% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$44.48
Mana Artifacts
Artifacts focused on mana acceleration and color fixing for consistent gameplay.
Arcane Signet-1% Synergy
in 27% of decks
$0.39
Herd Heirloom-2% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$4.58
Sol Ring-3% Synergy
in 68% of decks
$1.21
Necklace of Girion-6% Synergy
in 5% of decks
$12.80
Lands
The mana base foundation for Isao, Enlightened Bushi decks, ensuring smooth and reliable mana development.
Bala Ged Recovery+9% Synergy
in 24% of decks
$6.55
Khalni Ambush+5% Synergy
in 15% of decks
$0.50
Opal Palace+4% Synergy
in 8% of decks
$0.32
Forest+1% Synergy
in 98% of decks
$0.09
Demolition Field+0% Synergy
in 6% of decks
$0.38
Bridgeworks Battle-3% Synergy
in 10% of decks
$1.20
Myriad Landscape-7% Synergy
in 16% of decks
$0.30
Isao, Enlightened Bushi Deck Stats
Based on 214 Isao, Enlightened Bushi decks.
| Mana value | Cards |
|---|---|
| 1 | 16 |
| 2 | 21 |
| 3 | 19 |
| 4 | 6 |
| 5 | 2 |
| 6 | 1 |
| 7 | 1 |
99
cards
- Creature 15
- Instant 11
- Sorcery 8
- Artifact 13
- Enchantment 18
- Land 34
| Card type | Cards |
|---|---|
| Creature | 15 |
| Instant | 11 |
| Sorcery | 8 |
| Artifact | 13 |
| Enchantment | 18 |
| Land | 34 |
Lands: 28 basic, 6 nonbasic
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Aug 2026 · #2927
| Month | Rank |
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| 2024-10 | 2070 |
| 2024-11 | 2052 |
| 2024-12 | 2262 |
| 2025-01 | 2147 |
| 2025-02 | 2238 |
| 2025-03 | 2008 |
| 2025-04 | 2408 |
| 2025-05 | 2481 |
| 2025-06 | 2257 |
| 2025-07 | 2314 |
| 2025-08 | 2300 |
| 2025-09 | 2048 |
| 2025-10 | 2742 |
| 2025-11 | 2446 |
| 2025-12 | 3229 |
| 2026-01 | 2591 |
| 2026-02 | 3048 |
| 2026-03 | 2768 |
| 2026-04 | 2604 |
| 2026-05 | 2609 |
| 2026-06 | 2624 |
| 2026-07 | 3070 |
| 2026-08 | 2927 |
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Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper // Tana, the Bloodsower
Ikra Shidiqi, the Usurper // Kediss, Emberclaw Familiar
Omnath, Locus of the Void
Abomination, Irradiated Brute
Autumn Willow, Harmony
Avatar Kyoshi, Earthbender
Benjamin Sisko, Besieged
Beorn, Reluctant Host
Beorn the Fierce
Big Bertha
Bilbo, Fellow Conspirator
Black Tom Cassidy
Bosco, Just a Bear
Bumi, Eclectic Earthbender
Bushmaster, Coiled Henchman
Captain Jonathan Archer
Captain Kathryn Janeway