Baylen, the Haymaker (Commander) - Expensive +1/+1 Counters

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Bennie Smith
Sep 1, 2025
The Joys of High Mana Value Commanders
In this era of cheaper, more efficient and powerful new commanders, take a step back and appreciate the joys of higher mana value commanders!
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MTGStocks
Elspeth, Storm Slayer
65%inclusion11 decks17 decks
59%synergy
Rosie Cotton of South Lane
63%inclusion22 decks35 decks
56%synergy
Boseiju, Who Endures
71%inclusion25 decks35 decks
56%synergy
Charismatic Conqueror
57%inclusion20 decks35 decks
55%synergy
Deflecting Swat
63%inclusion22 decks35 decks
51%synergy
Doubling Season
63%inclusion22 decks35 decks
50%synergy
Aura Mutation
57%inclusion20 decks35 decks
50%synergy
Birds of Paradise
71%inclusion25 decks35 decks
49%synergy
Farmer Cotton
51%inclusion18 decks35 decks
47%synergy
Delighted Halfling
57%inclusion20 decks35 decks
47%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
74%inclusion26 decks35 decks
16%synergy
Path to Exile
71%inclusion25 decks35 decks
17%synergy
Heroic Intervention
60%inclusion21 decks35 decks
20%synergy
Parallel Lives
57%inclusion20 decks35 decks
46%synergy
Esper Sentinel
54%inclusion19 decks35 decks
43%synergy
Mondrak, Glory Dominus
54%inclusion19 decks35 decks
46%synergy
Anointed Procession
51%inclusion18 decks35 decks
41%synergy
Ocelot Pride
51%inclusion18 decks35 decks
45%synergy
Basking Broodscale
49%inclusion17 decks35 decks
45%synergy
Finale of Devastation
46%inclusion16 decks35 decks
37%synergy
Game Changers
Gaea's Cradle
80%inclusion28 decks35 decks
75%synergy
Smothering Tithe
80%inclusion28 decks35 decks
66%synergy
Worldly Tutor
63%inclusion22 decks35 decks
50%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
57%inclusion20 decks35 decks
45%synergy
Ancient Tomb
51%inclusion18 decks35 decks
45%synergy
Seedborn Muse
51%inclusion18 decks35 decks
44%synergy
Chrome Mox
37%inclusion13 decks35 decks
34%synergy
Mox Diamond
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
32%synergy
Crop Rotation
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
27%synergy
Mana Vault
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
29%synergy
Creatures
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
43%inclusion15 decks35 decks
39%synergy
Ojer Taq, Deepest Foundation
43%inclusion15 decks35 decks
36%synergy
Arasta of the Endless Web
43%inclusion15 decks35 decks
39%synergy
Scute Swarm
40%inclusion14 decks35 decks
30%synergy
Academy Manufactor
40%inclusion14 decks35 decks
34%synergy
Exalted Sunborn
38%inclusion5 decks13 decks
35%synergy
Kutzil, Malamet Exemplar
37%inclusion13 decks35 decks
16%synergy
Imperial Recruiter
37%inclusion13 decks35 decks
34%synergy
Wildfire Awakener
37%inclusion13 decks35 decks
34%synergy
Scurry Oak
37%inclusion13 decks35 decks
35%synergy
Drumbellower
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
32%synergy
Myrel, Shield of Argive
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
33%synergy
Tireless Provisioner
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
26%synergy
Grand Abolisher
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
29%synergy
Anim Pakal, Thousandth Moon
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
25%synergy
Purphoros, God of the Forge
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
25%synergy
Village Bell-Ringer
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
29%synergy
Jetmir, Nexus of Revels
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Cadira, Caller of the Small
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
26%synergy
Agate Instigator
29%inclusion10 decks34 decks
25%synergy
Jacked Rabbit
29%inclusion10 decks34 decks
25%synergy
Avacyn's Pilgrim
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
14%synergy
Peregrin Took
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
19%synergy
Llanowar Elves
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Finneas, Ace Archer
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
22%synergy
Kiki-Jiki, Mirror Breaker
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
22%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
16%synergy
Delney, Streetwise Lookout
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
21%synergy
Springheart Nantuko
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
20%synergy
Drannith Magistrate
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
20%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
20%synergy
Bloom Tender
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
12%synergy
Felidar Guardian
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Elvish Mystic
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Simian Spirit Guide
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Dockside Extortionist
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Elvish Spirit Guide
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Craterhoof Behemoth
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
14%synergy
Tendershoot Dryad
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
17%synergy
Emiel the Blessed
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Arabella, Abandoned Doll
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
17%synergy
Jaheira, Friend of the Forest
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Collector Ouphe
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
15%synergy
Eternal Witness
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Avenger of Zendikar
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Dualcaster Mage
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
16%synergy
Gilded Goose
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
13%synergy
Rhys the Redeemed
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
12%synergy
Enduring Vitality
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
9%synergy
Adeline, Resplendent Cathar
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Instants
Artifact Mutation
46%inclusion16 decks35 decks
38%synergy
Teferi's Protection
43%inclusion15 decks35 decks
25%synergy
Eladamri's Call
43%inclusion15 decks35 decks
33%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
43%inclusion15 decks35 decks
29%synergy
Second Harvest
40%inclusion14 decks35 decks
31%synergy
Chord of Calling
40%inclusion14 decks35 decks
34%synergy
Secure the Wastes
40%inclusion14 decks35 decks
35%synergy
Silence
37%inclusion13 decks35 decks
34%synergy
March of the Multitudes
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
28%synergy
Dawn's Truce
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
23%synergy
Legolas's Quick Reflexes
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
30%synergy
Red Elemental Blast
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
28%synergy
Grand Crescendo
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
26%synergy
Pyroblast
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
29%synergy
Veil of Summer
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
14%synergy
Archdruid's Charm
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
14%synergy
Lightning Bolt
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
14%synergy
Tibalt's Trickery
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
14%synergy
Beast Within
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
-16%synergy
Akroma's Will
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
-4%synergy
Boros Charm
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
-15%synergy
Clever Concealment
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Force of Vigor
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Call the Coppercoats
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
8%synergy
To Arms!
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Vitalize
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Chaos Warp
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
-11%synergy
Arachnogenesis
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Tamiyo's Safekeeping
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Shared Summons
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Moogles' Valor
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Autumn's Veil
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Return the Favor
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Krosan Grip
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
2%synergy
Nature's Claim
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
1%synergy
Summoner's Pact
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Benefactor's Draught
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Noxious Revival
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Guttural Response
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Sundering Growth
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-1%synergy
Deflecting Palm
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Rustler Rampage
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Reprieve
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Flare of Duplication
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Farseek
43%inclusion15 decks35 decks
-6%synergy
Three Visits
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Nature's Lore
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
-4%synergy
Eldritch Evolution
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
28%synergy
Cultivate
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
-26%synergy
Green Sun's Zenith
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
19%synergy
Awaken the Woods
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
21%synergy
Gamble
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
20%synergy
Jeska's Will
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
14%synergy
Song of Totentanz
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
17%synergy
Season of the Burrow
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
17%synergy
Tempt with Vengeance
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
19%synergy
Twinflame
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
16%synergy
Tempt with Bunnies
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
12%synergy
Forth Eorlingas!
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
12%synergy
Finale of Glory
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
12%synergy
Nature's Rhythm
12%inclusion2 decks17 decks
9%synergy
Pest Infestation
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Skyshroud Claim
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
2%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Sylvan Offering
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Blasphemous Act
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
-14%synergy
For the Common Good
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Split Up
11%inclusion3 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Raise the Past
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Kodama's Reach
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
-22%synergy
Farewell
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
-1%synergy
Molten Duplication
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Sylvan Tutor
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Harvest Season
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Storm Herd
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Hour of Reckoning
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-1%synergy
Altar of Bone
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Rampant Growth
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-34%synergy
Form a Posse
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Path of the Ghosthunter
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Ezuri's Predation
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
0%synergy
Hop to It
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Halo Fountain
43%inclusion15 decks35 decks
38%synergy
Skullclamp
29%inclusion10 decks35 decks
13%synergy
Lightning Greaves
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
-2%synergy
The One Ring
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
16%synergy
Null Rod
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
17%synergy
Cloudstone Curio
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
13%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
-12%synergy
Throne of the God-Pharaoh
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
13%synergy
Oketra's Monument
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Nuka-Cola Vending Machine
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Birthing Pod
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Bow of Nylea
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Phyrexian Altar
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Bootleggers' Stash
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Thrumming Stone
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Enchantments
Impact Tremors
40%inclusion14 decks35 decks
25%synergy
Warleader's Call
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
25%synergy
Cathars' Crusade
29%inclusion10 decks35 decks
22%synergy
Survival of the Fittest
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
24%synergy
Aggravated Assault
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
21%synergy
Aura Shards
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
16%synergy
Touch the Spirit Realm
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
19%synergy
Blind Obedience
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Primal Vigor
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
13%synergy
Caretaker's Talent
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Dazzling Theater // Prop Room
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
11%synergy
Quest for Renewal
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
13%synergy
Dollmaker's Shop // Porcelain Gallery
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
12%synergy
Stony Silence
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Underworld Breach
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Monologue Tax
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Utopia Sprawl
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
2%synergy
Cryptolith Rite
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Beastmaster Ascension
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
-2%synergy
Carpet of Flowers
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Deafening Silence
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Sylvan Library
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
-1%synergy
Intangible Virtue
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
2%synergy
Growing Rites of Itlimoc
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
-1%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Champions from Beyond
7.1%inclusion1 decks14 decks
6%synergy
Mana Echoes
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
High Noon
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
All Will Be One
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
0%synergy
Wild Growth
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-4%synergy
Defenders of Humanity
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Innkeeper's Talent
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
2%synergy
March of the Canonized
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Rhythm of the Wild
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-27%synergy
Fable of the Mirror-Breaker
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Defense of the Heart
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
2%synergy
Goblin Bombardment
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-1%synergy
Spiteful Banditry
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Battles
Invasion of Ikoria
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
20%synergy
Planeswalkers
Elspeth, Sun's Champion
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Domri, Chaos Bringer
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Minsc & Boo, Timeless Heroes
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Vivien on the Hunt
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Utility Lands
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
46%inclusion16 decks35 decks
28%synergy
Emergence Zone
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
30%synergy
Reliquary Tower
29%inclusion10 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
20%synergy
Urza's Saga
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Field of the Dead
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Treasure Vault
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Arena of Glory
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Gavony Township
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
2%synergy
Fountainport
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Rogue's Passage
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
-19%synergy
Evendo, Waking Haven
7.7%inclusion1 decks13 decks
3%synergy
Oakhollow Village
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Serra's Sanctum
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Shifting Woodland
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Command Beacon
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Khalni Garden
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Three Tree City
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-2%synergy
Dryad Arbor
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
4%synergy
City of Traitors
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
91%inclusion32 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Arcane Signet
86%inclusion30 decks35 decks
12%synergy
Lotus Petal
37%inclusion13 decks35 decks
34%synergy
Fellwar Stone
29%inclusion10 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Mox Amber
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
19%synergy
Talisman of Unity
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
11%synergy
Mana Crypt
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
12%synergy
Mox Opal
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
13%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Talisman of Impulse
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
4%synergy
Cursed Mirror
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
7%synergy
Selesnya Signet
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-3%synergy
Gruul Signet
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
-4%synergy
Lion's Eye Diamond
5.7%inclusion2 decks35 decks
5%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
97%inclusion34 decks35 decks
6%synergy
Stomping Ground
86%inclusion30 decks35 decks
43%synergy
Windswept Heath
83%inclusion29 decks35 decks
53%synergy
Wooded Foothills
83%inclusion29 decks35 decks
54%synergy
Arid Mesa
83%inclusion29 decks35 decks
56%synergy
Temple Garden
83%inclusion29 decks35 decks
42%synergy
Savannah
80%inclusion28 decks35 decks
69%synergy
Plains
80%inclusion28 decks35 decks
-16%synergy
Sacred Foundry
77%inclusion27 decks35 decks
38%synergy
Forest
77%inclusion27 decks35 decks
-20%synergy
Plateau
77%inclusion27 decks35 decks
67%synergy
Taiga
74%inclusion26 decks35 decks
64%synergy
Exotic Orchard
71%inclusion25 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Mountain
66%inclusion23 decks35 decks
-29%synergy
Jetmir's Garden
60%inclusion21 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Mana Confluence
57%inclusion20 decks35 decks
51%synergy
City of Brass
54%inclusion19 decks35 decks
47%synergy
Spire Garden
51%inclusion18 decks35 decks
23%synergy
Spectator Seating
51%inclusion18 decks35 decks
25%synergy
Bountiful Promenade
49%inclusion17 decks35 decks
19%synergy
Misty Rainforest
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
28%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
28%synergy
Marsh Flats
34%inclusion12 decks35 decks
29%synergy
Overgrown Farmland
31%inclusion11 decks35 decks
9%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
29%inclusion10 decks35 decks
26%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
29%inclusion10 decks35 decks
24%synergy
Hushwood Verge
26%inclusion7 decks27 decks
14%synergy
Flooded Strand
26%inclusion9 decks35 decks
20%synergy
Rockfall Vale
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
-2%synergy
Jungle Shrine
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
-34%synergy
Sundown Pass
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
8%synergy
Scalding Tarn
23%inclusion8 decks35 decks
18%synergy
Thornspire Verge
22%inclusion6 decks27 decks
12%synergy
Sunpetal Grove
20%inclusion7 decks35 decks
-17%synergy
Horizon Canopy
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
13%synergy
Brushland
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
-2%synergy
Tarnished Citadel
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
17%synergy
Battlefield Forge
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
-4%synergy
Forbidden Orchard
17%inclusion6 decks35 decks
16%synergy
Cavern of Souls
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
3%synergy
Karplusan Forest
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
-3%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
-27%synergy
Sunbaked Canyon
14%inclusion5 decks35 decks
12%synergy
Talon Gates of Madara
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
10%synergy
Rootbound Crag
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
-25%synergy
Lush Portico
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
2%synergy
Canopy Vista
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
-39%synergy
Cinder Glade
11%inclusion4 decks35 decks
-39%synergy
Sungrass Prairie
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
-7%synergy
Spire of Industry
8.6%inclusion3 decks35 decks
5%synergy