Optimus Prime, Hero (Commander) - Expensive +1/+1 Counters

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Benjamin Levin
Oct 21, 2025
How Fun Are All of the Jeskai Commanders?
There are dozens of Jeskai commanders available now, but which ones are fun to play? Let's break them all down.
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Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Impostor Syndrome
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
Skyward Spider
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Spider-Woman, Stunning Savior
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
10%synergy
Biorganic Carapace
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
9%synergy
SP//dr, Piloted by Peni
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
5%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Abzan Falconer
70%inclusion35 decks50 decks
68%synergy
The Ozolith
70%inclusion35 decks50 decks
68%synergy
Herald of Secret Streams
62%inclusion31 decks50 decks
60%synergy
Esper Sentinel
78%inclusion39 decks50 decks
58%synergy
Damning Verdict
58%inclusion29 decks50 decks
56%synergy
Danny Pink
54%inclusion27 decks50 decks
52%synergy
Uncivil Unrest
48%inclusion24 decks50 decks
47%synergy
Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion
52%inclusion26 decks50 decks
47%synergy
Steel Overseer
52%inclusion26 decks50 decks
43%synergy
Jetfire, Ingenious Scientist
44%inclusion22 decks50 decks
43%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
64%inclusion32 decks50 decks
-4%synergy
Mana Drain
48%inclusion24 decks50 decks
37%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
44%inclusion22 decks50 decks
42%synergy
Etherium Sculptor
44%inclusion22 decks50 decks
32%synergy
Deflecting Swat
44%inclusion22 decks50 decks
31%synergy
Path to Exile
44%inclusion22 decks50 decks
-5%synergy
Patrolling Peacemaker
44%inclusion7 decks16 decks
26%synergy
Abzan Battle Priest
42%inclusion21 decks50 decks
41%synergy
Enthusiastic Mechanaut
42%inclusion21 decks50 decks
30%synergy
Inspirit, Flagship Vessel
41%inclusion7 decks17 decks
31%synergy
Game Changers
Teferi's Protection
60%inclusion30 decks50 decks
45%synergy
Smothering Tithe
56%inclusion28 decks50 decks
36%synergy
Rhystic Study
52%inclusion26 decks50 decks
32%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
50%inclusion25 decks50 decks
32%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
48%inclusion24 decks50 decks
32%synergy
Jeska's Will
34%inclusion17 decks50 decks
19%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
34%inclusion17 decks50 decks
18%synergy
Ancient Tomb
26%inclusion13 decks50 decks
18%synergy
The One Ring
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
12%synergy
Mana Vault
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
11%synergy
Creatures
Anim Pakal, Thousandth Moon
40%inclusion20 decks50 decks
36%synergy
Lion Sash
40%inclusion20 decks50 decks
38%synergy
Arcee, Sharpshooter
40%inclusion20 decks50 decks
39%synergy
Arcbound Shikari
40%inclusion20 decks50 decks
39%synergy
Kilo, Apogee Mind
39%inclusion7 decks18 decks
28%synergy
Dusk Legion Duelist
38%inclusion19 decks50 decks
38%synergy
Mikaeus, the Lunarch
38%inclusion19 decks50 decks
37%synergy
Ainok Bond-Kin
38%inclusion19 decks50 decks
37%synergy
Losheel, Clockwork Scholar
38%inclusion19 decks50 decks
35%synergy
Envoy of the Ancestors
37%inclusion16 decks43 decks
36%synergy
Thundering Raiju
36%inclusion18 decks50 decks
34%synergy
Cayth, Famed Mechanist
35%inclusion15 decks43 decks
26%synergy
Ratchet, Field Medic
34%inclusion17 decks50 decks
33%synergy
Akki Battle Squad
34%inclusion17 decks50 decks
33%synergy
Foundry Inspector
32%inclusion16 decks50 decks
25%synergy
Hopeful Initiate
32%inclusion16 decks50 decks
32%synergy
Axgard Artisan
32%inclusion16 decks50 decks
32%synergy
Pollywog Prodigy
32%inclusion13 decks41 decks
26%synergy
Surge Conductor
31%inclusion5 decks16 decks
16%synergy
Walking Ballista
30%inclusion15 decks50 decks
27%synergy
Thrummingbird
30%inclusion15 decks50 decks
22%synergy
Arcbound Mouser
28%inclusion14 decks50 decks
27%synergy
Prowl, Stoic Strategist
28%inclusion14 decks50 decks
27%synergy
Alibou, Ancient Witness
28%inclusion14 decks50 decks
23%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
26%inclusion13 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Padeem, Consul of Innovation
26%inclusion13 decks50 decks
22%synergy
Arcbound Ravager
26%inclusion13 decks50 decks
25%synergy
Bronze Guardian
26%inclusion13 decks50 decks
24%synergy
Denry Klin, Editor in Chief
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
24%synergy
Hangarback Walker
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
21%synergy
Anafenza, Kin-Tree Spirit
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
24%synergy
Jhoira, Weatherlight Captain
22%inclusion11 decks50 decks
10%synergy
Arcbound Javelineer
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
19%synergy
Kappa Cannoneer
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
14%synergy
Ingenious Prodigy
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
18%synergy
Benthic Biomancer
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
18%synergy
Urza, Lord High Artificer
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
14%synergy
Grateful Apparition
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
14%synergy
Metastatic Evangel
16%inclusion7 decks43 decks
14%synergy
Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
16%synergy
Lita, Mechanical Engineer
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
16%synergy
Illustrious Wanderglyph
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
12%synergy
Luminarch Aspirant
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
16%synergy
Slicer, Hired Muscle
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
15%synergy
Chocobo Knights
16%inclusion3 decks19 decks
16%synergy
Generous Pup
16%inclusion5 decks32 decks
15%synergy
Phyrexian Metamorph
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Winged Hive Tyrant
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
13%synergy
Thought Monitor
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Arcbound Tracker
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
14%synergy
Instants
Dispatch
40%inclusion20 decks50 decks
27%synergy
Counterspell
34%inclusion17 decks50 decks
-1%synergy
Generous Gift
34%inclusion17 decks50 decks
12%synergy
Dovin's Veto
30%inclusion15 decks50 decks
12%synergy
Boros Charm
28%inclusion14 decks50 decks
7%synergy
Experimental Augury
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
17%synergy
Akroma's Will
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
13%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
7%synergy
Chaos Warp
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
-6%synergy
Unbreakable Formation
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Wear // Tear
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
7%synergy
Arcane Denial
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
-2%synergy
Force of Negation
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Dramatic Reversal
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
10%synergy
Sink into Stupor
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Dawn's Truce
12%inclusion5 decks41 decks
5%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Flare of Denial
12%inclusion5 decks43 decks
11%synergy
Force of Will
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
7%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
-11%synergy
Ripples of Potential
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
0%synergy
Brain Freeze
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Contractual Safeguard
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Swan Song
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
-8%synergy
Mystical Tutor
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
-4%synergy
Flare of Duplication
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
6%synergy
Reroute Systems
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
6%synergy
Scour for Scrap
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
3%synergy
Demand Answers
6.1%inclusion3 decks49 decks
4%synergy
Whir of Invention
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Mental Misstep
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Brainstorm
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-14%synergy
Intuition
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Mindbreak Trap
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Reality Shift
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Flusterstorm
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
1%synergy
Steady Progress
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Valakut Awakening
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Sorceries
Requisition Raid
25%inclusion11 decks44 decks
23%synergy
Wake the Past
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
14%synergy
Fabricate
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
16%synergy
Tezzeret's Gambit
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
15%synergy
Wave Goodbye
22%inclusion11 decks50 decks
21%synergy
Farewell
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Organic Extinction
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
11%synergy
Contentious Plan
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
14%synergy
Supreme Verdict
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
0%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Vandalblast
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Blasphemous Act
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
-9%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
10%synergy
Thoughtcast
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Gamble
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Voyage Home
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Scrap Mastery
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
7%synergy
One with the Machine
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Collective Effort
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
7%synergy
Timetwister
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
7%synergy
Scout for Survivors
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
6%synergy
Windfall
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-4%synergy
Irenicus's Vile Duplication
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Dance of the Manse
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Retrieve the Esper
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Lux Artillery
32%inclusion16 decks50 decks
27%synergy
Unwinding Clock
28%inclusion14 decks50 decks
22%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
26%inclusion13 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Andúril, Narsil Reforged
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
19%synergy
Shorikai, Genesis Engine
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
17%synergy
Uthros Research Craft
19%inclusion3 decks16 decks
3%synergy
Lightning Greaves
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
-7%synergy
Salvation Engine
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
16%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Agatha's Soul Cauldron
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
13%synergy
Repurposing Bay
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
12%synergy
Thousand Moons Smithy
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Bident of Thassa
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Simulacrum Synthesizer
11%inclusion5 decks44 decks
9%synergy
Mystic Forge
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Isochron Scepter
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
7%synergy
Leyline Axe
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
6%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Recon Craft Theta
8.7%inclusion4 decks46 decks
8%synergy
Cloud Key
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Darksteel Forge
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
7%synergy
Long-Range Sensor
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
-5%synergy
Moxite Refinery
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
-4%synergy
Throne of Geth
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Aetherflux Reservoir
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Sculpting Steel
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Doubling Cube
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Animation Module
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
1%synergy
Sword of the Animist
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
1%synergy
Mechtitan Core
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Imposter Mech
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Blitzball Stadium
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Buster Sword
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
2%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
The Wind Crystal
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
5%synergy
Genji Glove
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
3%synergy
Enchantments
Together Forever
40%inclusion20 decks50 decks
39%synergy
Resourceful Defense
36%inclusion18 decks50 decks
31%synergy
All Will Be One
30%inclusion15 decks50 decks
25%synergy
Thopter Spy Network
28%inclusion14 decks50 decks
24%synergy
Felidar Retreat
22%inclusion11 decks50 decks
21%synergy
Inexorable Tide
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
13%synergy
Cathars' Crusade
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
13%synergy
Virtue of Loyalty
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
15%synergy
Mystic Remora
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
1%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
7%synergy
Underworld Breach
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Gleam of Authority
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
10%synergy
True Conviction
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Frostcliff Siege
9.1%inclusion2 decks22 decks
-2%synergy
Unstoppable Plan
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Land Tax
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Struggle for Project Purity
6.5%inclusion3 decks46 decks
6%synergy
Pain for All
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
5%synergy
Aggravated Assault
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Storm the Vault
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Ghostly Prison
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-6%synergy
Planeswalkers
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
5%synergy
Elspeth Resplendent
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
10%synergy
Basri Ket
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
10%synergy
Tezzeret the Seeker
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Saheeli, Filigree Master
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
7%synergy
Karn, the Great Creator
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Great Furnace
46%inclusion23 decks50 decks
35%synergy
Ancient Den
44%inclusion22 decks50 decks
33%synergy
Seat of the Synod
44%inclusion22 decks50 decks
32%synergy
Karn's Bastion
40%inclusion20 decks50 decks
28%synergy
Urza's Saga
38%inclusion19 decks50 decks
30%synergy
Reliquary Tower
36%inclusion18 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
34%inclusion17 decks50 decks
21%synergy
Academy Ruins
32%inclusion16 decks50 decks
25%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
30%inclusion15 decks50 decks
25%synergy
Uthros, Titanic Godcore
29%inclusion5 decks17 decks
20%synergy
Inventors' Fair
26%inclusion13 decks50 decks
19%synergy
Rogue's Passage
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
-2%synergy
Minas Tirith
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
7%synergy
Archway of Innovation
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
4%synergy
Buried Ruin
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
-3%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Arena of Glory
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
3%synergy
Monumental Henge
7.0%inclusion3 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Fomori Vault
6.8%inclusion3 decks44 decks
6%synergy
Multiversal Passage
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
5%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
4%synergy
High Market
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Mech Hangar
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Emeria, the Sky Ruin
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Drannith Ruins
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
5.3%inclusion1 decks19 decks
4%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
94%inclusion47 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Sol Ring
92%inclusion46 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
36%inclusion18 decks50 decks
-8%synergy
Fellwar Stone
36%inclusion18 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Talisman of Progress
34%inclusion17 decks50 decks
-12%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
32%inclusion16 decks50 decks
-13%synergy
Azorius Signet
30%inclusion15 decks50 decks
-4%synergy
Mox Opal
28%inclusion14 decks50 decks
22%synergy
Boros Signet
22%inclusion11 decks50 decks
-9%synergy
Izzet Signet
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
-14%synergy
Thought Vessel
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
-4%synergy
Lotus Petal
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Mana Crypt
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
12%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
4%synergy
Mox Diamond
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Chrome Mox
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Crystal Skull, Isu Spyglass
9.3%inclusion4 decks43 decks
8%synergy
The Aetherspark
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Jeweled Lotus
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
6%synergy
The Mightstone and Weakstone
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
7%synergy
Lion's Eye Diamond
8.0%inclusion4 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Solar Array
6.3%inclusion1 decks16 decks
-6%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
-3%synergy
Coldsteel Heart
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Mox Amber
6.0%inclusion3 decks50 decks
2%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
96%inclusion48 decks50 decks
3%synergy
Mountain
94%inclusion47 decks50 decks
0%synergy
Island
94%inclusion47 decks50 decks
-2%synergy
Plains
94%inclusion47 decks50 decks
-1%synergy
Sacred Foundry
90%inclusion45 decks50 decks
50%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
90%inclusion45 decks50 decks
49%synergy
Steam Vents
82%inclusion41 decks50 decks
42%synergy
Raugrin Triome
82%inclusion41 decks50 decks
45%synergy
Tundra
76%inclusion38 decks50 decks
65%synergy
Scalding Tarn
70%inclusion35 decks50 decks
42%synergy
Flooded Strand
70%inclusion35 decks50 decks
40%synergy
Arid Mesa
68%inclusion34 decks50 decks
40%synergy
Volcanic Island
66%inclusion33 decks50 decks
55%synergy
Sea of Clouds
64%inclusion32 decks50 decks
32%synergy
Plateau
64%inclusion32 decks50 decks
53%synergy
Spectator Seating
62%inclusion31 decks50 decks
31%synergy
Training Center
62%inclusion31 decks50 decks
30%synergy
Sundown Pass
40%inclusion20 decks50 decks
20%synergy
Deserted Beach
40%inclusion20 decks50 decks
17%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
38%inclusion19 decks50 decks
15%synergy
Exotic Orchard
36%inclusion18 decks50 decks
-25%synergy
Mystic Monastery
34%inclusion17 decks50 decks
-25%synergy
Glacial Fortress
26%inclusion13 decks50 decks
-27%synergy
Razortide Bridge
26%inclusion13 decks50 decks
14%synergy
Sulfur Falls
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
-27%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
24%inclusion12 decks50 decks
12%synergy
Spire of Industry
22%inclusion11 decks50 decks
9%synergy
Prismatic Vista
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
16%synergy
Silverbluff Bridge
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Prairie Stream
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
-21%synergy
Mana Confluence
20%inclusion10 decks50 decks
12%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
18%inclusion9 decks50 decks
-31%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
17%inclusion6 decks36 decks
7%synergy
Reflecting Pool
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
10%synergy
Battlefield Forge
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
-25%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
-18%synergy
Polluted Delta
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
9%synergy
City of Brass
16%inclusion8 decks50 decks
7%synergy
Meticulous Archive
15%inclusion7 decks47 decks
6%synergy
Marsh Flats
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
14%inclusion7 decks50 decks
8%synergy
Sink into Stupor
14%inclusion6 decks43 decks
5%synergy
Riverpyre Verge
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Misty Rainforest
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
5%synergy
Shivan Reef
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
-28%synergy
Windswept Heath
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
6%synergy
Power Depot
12%inclusion6 decks50 decks
10%synergy
Elegant Parlor
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
2%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
10%inclusion5 decks50 decks
4%synergy