Aerith Gainsborough (Commander) - Optimized +1/+1 Counters

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Benjamin Levin
Jun 17, 2025
How Fun Are the Final Fantasy Main Set Commanders?
Are the legends from the Final Fantasy main set any fun? Let's look at each one and see if they'll be fun in Commander.
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Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Aunt May
50%inclusion2 decks4 decks
48%synergy
Spectacular Spider-Man
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
29%synergy
Spider-Man, Peter Parker
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Heliod, Sun-Crowned
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
91%synergy
Celestine, the Living Saint
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
86%synergy
Linden, the Steadfast Queen
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
83%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
82%synergy
The Gaffer
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
73%synergy
Excalibur II
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
71%synergy
The Wind Crystal
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
69%synergy
Aetherflux Reservoir
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
69%synergy
Soul Warden
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
68%synergy
Daxos, Blessed by the Sun
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
66%synergy
Top Cards
Soul's Attendant
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
63%synergy
Pearl Medallion
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
78%inclusion7 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Archangel of Thune
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
52%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
48%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
49%synergy
Akroma's Will
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
43%synergy
The Ozolith
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
51%synergy
Qala, Ajani's Pridemate
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
53%synergy
Serra Ascendant
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
42%synergy
Game Changers
Teferi's Protection
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
60%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
43%synergy
Smothering Tithe
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
34%synergy
Ancient Tomb
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
45%synergy
The One Ring
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
35%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
14%synergy
Chrome Mox
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Creatures
Haliya, Guided by Light
60%inclusion3 decks5 decks
51%synergy
Felidar Sovereign
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
50%synergy
Esper Sentinel
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
52%synergy
Grand Abolisher
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
37%synergy
Minwu, White Mage
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
48%synergy
Venat, Heart of Hydaelyn
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
47%synergy
Avacyn, Angel of Hope
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
29%synergy
Adeline, Resplendent Cathar
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
35%synergy
Exemplar of Light
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
29%synergy
Urdnan, Dromoka Warrior
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
43%synergy
Voice of Victory
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
38%synergy
Guide of Souls
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
37%synergy
Suture Priest
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
31%synergy
Boromir, Warden of the Tower
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
34%synergy
Rosa, Resolute White Mage
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
41%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Thalia, Heretic Cathar
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
23%synergy
Roaming Throne
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
26%synergy
Walking Ballista
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
28%synergy
Myrel, Shield of Argive
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
27%synergy
Lyra Dawnbringer
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Elesh Norn, Mother of Machines
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
25%synergy
Mikaeus, the Lunarch
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
30%synergy
Loran of the Third Path
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
27%synergy
Elenda's Hierophant
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
31%synergy
Hinterland Sanctifier
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
29%synergy
Zack Fair
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
28%synergy
Nykthos Paragon
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Ojer Taq, Deepest Foundation
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
14%synergy
Giada, Font of Hope
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Gandalf the White
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Mother of Runes
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
1%synergy
Auriok Champion
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-6%synergy
Ocelot Pride
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Odric, Lunarch Marshal
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Battle Angels of Tyr
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Teshar, Ancestor's Apostle
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Mondrak, Glory Dominus
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Eight-and-a-Half-Tails
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Voice of the Blessed
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Angel of Destiny
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
0%synergy
Witch Enchanter
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-6%synergy
Lunarch Veteran
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Weathered Wayfarer
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-3%synergy
Light-Paws, Emperor's Voice
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Instants
Restoration Magic
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
38%synergy
Duty Beyond Death
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
42%synergy
Path to Exile
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
-23%synergy
Silence
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
25%synergy
Riot Control
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
31%synergy
Generous Gift
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
-11%synergy
Dual-Sun Technique
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Everybody Lives!
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Clever Concealment
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-3%synergy
Heliod's Intervention
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Dispatch
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Acrobatic Leap
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Act of Heroism
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Divine Verdict
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Elspeth's Smite
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Adamant Will
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-14%synergy
Ray of Dissolution
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Abeyance
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Angel's Grace
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Mana Tithe
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Brave the Elements
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-2%synergy
Intervention Pact
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Chastise
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Destroy Evil
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Surge of Salvation
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Aerial Maneuver
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Unbounded Potential
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Rebuff the Wicked
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-6%synergy
Aegis of the Heavens
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Protection Magic
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Holy
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Cloud's Limit Break
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
You're Not Alone
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Sorceries
Damning Verdict
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
43%synergy
Farewell
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Fumigate
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
26%synergy
Austere Command
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-7%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Cut a Deal
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Misfortune's Gain
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Ondu Inversion
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Open the Armory
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-2%synergy
Academic Probation
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Exorcise
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Expel the Interlopers
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Hour of Revelation
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
0%synergy
Cleansing Nova
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Oust
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
The Crystal's Chosen
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Oketra's Monument
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
16%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
35%synergy
Well of Lost Dreams
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
36%synergy
The Book of Exalted Deeds
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Staff of the Sun Magus
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Agatha's Soul Cauldron
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-14%synergy
Sword of the Animist
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Cosmos Elixir
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
16%synergy
White Mage's Staff
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Genji Glove
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Prism Ring
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Robe of Stars
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Leyline Axe
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Chariot of Victory
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Scroll Rack
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Haunted Cloak
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Panharmonicon
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
1%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Armory of Iroas
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Shadowspear
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Whispersilk Cloak
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Fireshrieker
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Avacyn's Memorial
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Mask of Avacyn
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Darksteel Plate
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Eater of Virtue
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Andúril, Narsil Reforged
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Champion's Helm
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Bladed Pinions
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Lightning Greaves
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-17%synergy
Haystack
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Accorder's Shield
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-12%synergy
Basilisk Collar
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Enchantments
Land Tax
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
24%synergy
Cleric Class
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
48%synergy
Ajani's Welcome
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
38%synergy
Cathars' Crusade
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
29%synergy
Together Forever
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
32%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
20%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Test of Endurance
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
29%synergy
Blind Obedience
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Ghostly Prison
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Virtue of Loyalty
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
True Conviction
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
13%synergy
Super State
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
10%synergy
Case of the Uneaten Feast
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Sunbond
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Felidar Retreat
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Gift of Immortality
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Pariah
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Noble Heritage
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Ajani's Mantra
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Absolute Grace
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Leyline of Sanctity
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
1%synergy
Light of Promise
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Spirit Mantle
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Resourceful Defense
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Karmic Justice
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Battle Mastery
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
All That Glitters
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Sidequest: Catch a Fish
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Leyline of Hope
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Flaming Fist
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Dawn of Hope
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
3%synergy
Angelic Chorus
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Absolute Law
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Planeswalkers
Ajani, Strength of the Pride
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Elspeth, Sun's Champion
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Archangel Elspeth
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
The Wandering Emperor
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Ajani, Inspiring Leader
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Ajani, Caller of the Pride
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Basri Ket
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Elspeth Tirel
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Elspeth, Storm Slayer
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
1%synergy
Utility Lands
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
43%synergy
Adventurer's Inn
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
62%synergy
Minas Tirith
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
27%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
23%synergy
Emeria, the Sky Ruin
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Rogue's Passage
56%inclusion5 decks9 decks
29%synergy
Kabira Crossroads
44%inclusion4 decks9 decks
41%synergy
Radiant Fountain
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
28%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
14%synergy
Kor Haven
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Command Beacon
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Secluded Steppe
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Karoo
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
14%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
12%synergy
Ancient Den
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Seraph Sanctuary
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-4%synergy
Idyllic Grange
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Hall of the Bandit Lord
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Dalkovan Encampment
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Arid Archway
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Urza's Saga
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
0%synergy
High Market
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Inventors' Fair
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
4%synergy
Karn's Bastion
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Reliquary Tower
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-12%synergy
Guildless Commons
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
89%inclusion8 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Arcane Signet
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
-36%synergy
Lotus Petal
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Throne of Eldraine
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
6%synergy
Mox Amber
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
17%synergy
Commander's Sphere
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
2%synergy
Pristine Talisman
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
6%synergy
The Aetherspark
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Lands
Plains
100%inclusion9 decks9 decks
7%synergy
Myriad Landscape
67%inclusion6 decks9 decks
36%synergy
Command Tower
33%inclusion3 decks9 decks
27%synergy
Cabaretti Courtyard
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
18%synergy
Brokers Hideout
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
19%synergy
Obscura Storefront
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
21%synergy
Flagstones of Trokair
22%inclusion2 decks9 decks
15%synergy
Prismatic Vista
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Witch Enchanter
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-6%synergy
Fabled Passage
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Ondu Inversion
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
5%synergy
Windswept Heath
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Cavern of Souls
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
0%synergy
Talon Gates of Madara
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
-1%synergy
Flooded Strand
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
8%synergy
Starting Town
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy