Torbran, Thane of Red Fell
Oracle Text
If a red source you control would deal damage to an opponent or a permanent an opponent controls, it deals that much damage plus 2 instead.
If a red source you control would deal damage to an opponent or a permanent an opponent controls, it deals that much damage plus 2 instead.
Manabarbs, Pyrohemia, and Ferocidon stand out as particularly spammy damage sources. Since Torbran isn't symmetrical they hurt you a lot less than your opponents.
Jaya, Venerated Fire Mage is also a solid pick, as are probably a few other otherwise underrated 'walkers that burn something for 1.
All in all I know who my next burn commander is.
EDIT: Goblin Sharpshooter, Glint-Horn Buccaneer, Firebrand Archer, Thermo-Alchemist, Electrostatic Field, Close Quarters, Circle of Flame, Chandra, Fire of Kaladesh, Burning Earth, Battle Strain, Heat of Battle, Ashmouth Hound, Ornery Goblin, Kessig Forgemaster, Outpost Siege, Leyline of Lightning, Scorch Spitter, Goblin Bombardment, and good old Purphoros, God of the Forge.
And, y'know, anything that makes a whole bunch of small tokens like Hordeling Outburst, Tempt with Vengeance, Lightning Coils, or Firecat Blitz
Honestly I'm not 100% sold on full token commitment though. It's certainly the highest return with his ability, but you're still not gonna burst down 3 other players at 40 life before they wipe your board. He's also good with effects like Chandra's Pyrohelix and Pyrokinesis, so I'll probably end up doing something more along those lines with him.
EDIT: Grapeshot, Dual Shot, Lava Dart, Electrickery, Lightning Volley, Shower of Sparks?, Slice and Dice, Searing Blaze?, Radiating Lightning?, Mana Clash?, Needle Drop?, Pyromatics, Volcanic Spray, Flame Fusillade!! (sadly, mountains aren't red)
Not that all of these would be good includes, but it gives a peek at what spellslinger Torbran might look like.
This guy is going to be so much fun with First and Double Strike cards too.