The Goose Mother (Commander) - Expensive +1/+1 Counters

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Ezra Sassaman
May 29, 2025
Building an Alistair, the Brigadier Commander Deck
Let's look at a Doctor Who legend that's on the cusp of popularity. Alistair, the Brigadier wants to make the most historic Soldier army.
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Unbound Flourishing
76%inclusion26 decks34 decks
76%synergy
Doubling Season
82%inclusion28 decks34 decks
73%synergy
Gilded Goose
74%inclusion25 decks34 decks
71%synergy
Hydroid Krasis
76%inclusion26 decks34 decks
68%synergy
Academy Manufactor
71%inclusion24 decks34 decks
67%synergy
The Shire
68%inclusion23 decks34 decks
66%synergy
The Ozolith
68%inclusion23 decks34 decks
61%synergy
Kalonian Hydra
62%inclusion21 decks34 decks
59%synergy
The Great Henge
68%inclusion23 decks34 decks
59%synergy
Goldvein Hydra
60%inclusion15 decks25 decks
58%synergy
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Tireless Provisioner
65%inclusion22 decks34 decks
49%synergy
Birds of Paradise
65%inclusion22 decks34 decks
37%synergy
Jaheira, Friend of the Forest
59%inclusion20 decks34 decks
55%synergy
Heroic Intervention
59%inclusion20 decks34 decks
29%synergy
Beast Within
59%inclusion20 decks34 decks
8%synergy
Night of the Sweets' Revenge
56%inclusion19 decks34 decks
55%synergy
Mana Drain
56%inclusion19 decks34 decks
40%synergy
Nature's Lore
56%inclusion19 decks34 decks
26%synergy
Cultivate
56%inclusion19 decks34 decks
9%synergy
Steelbane Hydra
56%inclusion19 decks34 decks
55%synergy
Game Changers
Rhystic Study
53%inclusion18 decks34 decks
31%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
53%inclusion18 decks34 decks
26%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
38%inclusion13 decks34 decks
21%synergy
Worldly Tutor
29%inclusion10 decks34 decks
14%synergy
Gaea's Cradle
26%inclusion9 decks34 decks
19%synergy
Ancient Tomb
21%inclusion7 decks34 decks
11%synergy
Force of Will
18%inclusion6 decks34 decks
7%synergy
Mana Vault
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
8%synergy
Mystical Tutor
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
5%synergy
The One Ring
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
4%synergy
Creatures
Peregrin Took
53%inclusion18 decks34 decks
50%synergy
Gargos, Vicious Watcher
53%inclusion18 decks34 decks
52%synergy
Vorinclex, Monstrous Raider
53%inclusion18 decks34 decks
51%synergy
Urza, Lord High Artificer
50%inclusion17 decks34 decks
48%synergy
Benevolent Hydra
47%inclusion16 decks34 decks
46%synergy
Primordial Hydra
47%inclusion16 decks34 decks
46%synergy
Managorger Hydra
47%inclusion16 decks34 decks
42%synergy
Voracious Hydra
44%inclusion15 decks34 decks
43%synergy
Nexos
41%inclusion14 decks34 decks
41%synergy
Delighted Halfling
41%inclusion14 decks34 decks
30%synergy
Genesis Hydra
35%inclusion12 decks34 decks
34%synergy
Elanor Gardner
35%inclusion12 decks34 decks
35%synergy
Kami of Whispered Hopes
35%inclusion12 decks34 decks
28%synergy
Mossborn Hydra
33%inclusion5 decks15 decks
26%synergy
Troyan, Gutsy Explorer
32%inclusion11 decks34 decks
29%synergy
Adrix and Nev, Twincasters
32%inclusion11 decks34 decks
24%synergy
Herald of Secret Streams
32%inclusion11 decks34 decks
17%synergy
Vorel of the Hull Clade
32%inclusion11 decks34 decks
24%synergy
Hungering Hydra
32%inclusion11 decks34 decks
32%synergy
Bristly Bill, Spine Sower
32%inclusion8 decks25 decks
26%synergy
Fanatic of Rhonas
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
25%synergy
Cyberdrive Awakener
29%inclusion10 decks34 decks
27%synergy
Kinnan, Bonder Prodigy
29%inclusion10 decks34 decks
26%synergy
Kappa Cannoneer
29%inclusion10 decks34 decks
27%synergy
Lifeblood Hydra
29%inclusion10 decks34 decks
29%synergy
Ouroboroid
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Zimone, Paradox Sculptor
27%inclusion4 decks15 decks
22%synergy
Selvala, Heart of the Wilds
26%inclusion9 decks34 decks
23%synergy
Nyxbloom Ancient
26%inclusion9 decks34 decks
19%synergy
Nyxborn Hydra
26%inclusion6 decks23 decks
25%synergy
Forgotten Ancient
24%inclusion8 decks34 decks
16%synergy
Kodama of the West Tree
24%inclusion8 decks34 decks
20%synergy
Vastwood Hydra
24%inclusion8 decks34 decks
23%synergy
Hydra Broodmaster
24%inclusion8 decks34 decks
21%synergy
Shimmer Dragon
24%inclusion8 decks34 decks
21%synergy
Neverwinter Hydra
24%inclusion8 decks34 decks
23%synergy
Junk Winder
21%inclusion7 decks34 decks
14%synergy
Mistcutter Hydra
21%inclusion7 decks34 decks
20%synergy
Llanowar Elves
21%inclusion7 decks34 decks
-7%synergy
Gyre Sage
21%inclusion7 decks34 decks
14%synergy
Incubation Druid
18%inclusion6 decks34 decks
10%synergy
Elvish Mystic
18%inclusion6 decks34 decks
-7%synergy
Feasting Hobbit
18%inclusion6 decks34 decks
17%synergy
Ironscale Hydra
18%inclusion6 decks34 decks
17%synergy
Deepglow Skate
18%inclusion6 decks34 decks
15%synergy
Icetill Explorer
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
11%synergy
Railway Brawler
16%inclusion4 decks25 decks
14%synergy
Eternal Witness
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
-7%synergy
Rampant Rejuvenator
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
14%synergy
Beast Whisperer
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
5%synergy
Instants
Growth Spiral
47%inclusion16 decks34 decks
3%synergy
Inspiring Call
41%inclusion14 decks34 decks
27%synergy
Heritage Reclamation
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
36%synergy
Counterspell
32%inclusion11 decks34 decks
-18%synergy
Repulsive Mutation
31%inclusion9 decks29 decks
26%synergy
Sink into Stupor
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Invigorating Surge
24%inclusion8 decks34 decks
22%synergy
Second Harvest
24%inclusion8 decks34 decks
17%synergy
Archdruid's Charm
21%inclusion6 decks29 decks
14%synergy
Pongify
21%inclusion7 decks34 decks
-4%synergy
Return of the Wildspeaker
21%inclusion7 decks34 decks
10%synergy
Arcane Denial
21%inclusion7 decks34 decks
-2%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
18%inclusion6 decks34 decks
-5%synergy
Mutational Advantage
15%inclusion4 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Bioshift
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
13%synergy
Swan Song
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
-4%synergy
Voidslime
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
10%synergy
Simic Charm
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
7%synergy
Double Major
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
6%synergy
Stew the Coneys
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
14%synergy
Planar Genesis
13%inclusion3 decks23 decks
2%synergy
Rapid Hybridization
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
-15%synergy
Whir of Invention
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
10%synergy
Negate
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
-14%synergy
Nature's Claim
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
2%synergy
Ripples of Potential
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
2%synergy
Krosan Grip
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
1%synergy
Solidarity of Heroes
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
8%synergy
Reality Shift
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
-6%synergy
Brainstorm
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
-5%synergy
Tyvar's Stand
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
6%synergy
Blue Sun's Zenith
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
6%synergy
Silkguard
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
8%synergy
Flare of Denial
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
5%synergy
Biomass Mutation
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
3%synergy
Experimental Augury
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
3%synergy
Entish Restoration
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
-4%synergy
Khalni Ambush
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
4%synergy
Aetherize
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
-6%synergy
Harrow
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
-6%synergy
Snap
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
1%synergy
March of Swirling Mist
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
2%synergy
Evacuation
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
1%synergy
Sorceries
Three Visits
41%inclusion14 decks34 decks
18%synergy
Nature's Rhythm
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
32%synergy
Kodama's Reach
35%inclusion12 decks34 decks
-2%synergy
Rampant Growth
35%inclusion12 decks34 decks
-5%synergy
Rise and Shine
32%inclusion11 decks34 decks
30%synergy
Farseek
29%inclusion10 decks34 decks
5%synergy
Revive the Shire
26%inclusion9 decks34 decks
26%synergy
Wave Goodbye
24%inclusion8 decks34 decks
12%synergy
Many Partings
24%inclusion8 decks34 decks
22%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
18%inclusion6 decks34 decks
12%synergy
Universal Surveillance
18%inclusion6 decks34 decks
17%synergy
Bridgeworks Battle
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Fabricate
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
8%synergy
Curse of the Swine
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
3%synergy
Finale of Devastation
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
3%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
5%synergy
Skyshroud Claim
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
3%synergy
Spider Food
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
11%synergy
Giant Opportunity
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
11%synergy
Overwhelming Stampede
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
0%synergy
Explore
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
-9%synergy
Doppelgang
10%inclusion3 decks30 decks
3%synergy
Fangs of Kalonia
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
7%synergy
Ponder
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
-1%synergy
Visions of Dominance
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
5%synergy
Oversimplify
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
2%synergy
Last March of the Ents
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
2%synergy
Turntimber Symbiosis
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
3%synergy
Neoform
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
2%synergy
Sylvan Tutor
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
4%synergy
Return from the Wilds
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
5%synergy
Reverse Engineer
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
6%synergy
Rishkar's Expertise
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
-2%synergy
Preordain
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
-2%synergy
Tezzeret's Gambit
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
2%synergy
Body of Research
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
4%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Ozolith, the Shattered Spire
44%inclusion15 decks34 decks
37%synergy
Inspiring Statuary
38%inclusion13 decks34 decks
36%synergy
Nuka-Cola Vending Machine
32%inclusion11 decks34 decks
32%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
32%inclusion11 decks34 decks
6%synergy
Fractal Harness
24%inclusion8 decks34 decks
23%synergy
Krark-Clan Ironworks
24%inclusion8 decks34 decks
23%synergy
Lightning Greaves
21%inclusion7 decks34 decks
-1%synergy
Herald's Horn
18%inclusion6 decks34 decks
14%synergy
Crystal Shard
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
14%synergy
Heaped Harvest
14%inclusion3 decks21 decks
13%synergy
Power Fist
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
14%synergy
Radiant Lotus
11%inclusion1 decks9 decks
11%synergy
Emerald Medallion
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
6%synergy
Panharmonicon
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
4%synergy
Bootleggers' Stash
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
7%synergy
Transmutation Font
8.0%inclusion2 decks25 decks
8%synergy
The Underworld Cookbook
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
6%synergy
Sapphire Medallion
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
3%synergy
Lembas
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
5%synergy
Urza's Incubator
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
4%synergy
The Skullspore Nexus
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
5%synergy
Sword of the Animist
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
5%synergy
Enchantments
Branching Evolution
53%inclusion18 decks34 decks
41%synergy
Court of Garenbrig
44%inclusion15 decks34 decks
41%synergy
Simic Ascendancy
44%inclusion15 decks34 decks
31%synergy
Garruk's Uprising
44%inclusion15 decks34 decks
28%synergy
Hardened Scales
41%inclusion14 decks34 decks
26%synergy
Parallel Lives
32%inclusion11 decks34 decks
26%synergy
Innkeeper's Talent
29%inclusion6 decks21 decks
23%synergy
Primal Vigor
26%inclusion9 decks34 decks
23%synergy
Mechanized Production
24%inclusion8 decks34 decks
22%synergy
Loading Zone
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
14%synergy
Virtue of Strength
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
12%synergy
Tribute to the World Tree
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
8%synergy
Hydra's Growth
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
13%synergy
Terrasymbiosis
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
9%synergy
Up the Beanstalk
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
8%synergy
Exploration
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
-2%synergy
Trail of Crumbs
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
11%synergy
Clan Crafter
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
11%synergy
Hadana's Climb
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
8%synergy
Greater Good
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
10%synergy
Bred for the Hunt
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
7%synergy
Kenrith's Transformation
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
7%synergy
Utopia Sprawl
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
2%synergy
Guardian Project
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
2%synergy
Mystic Remora
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
-7%synergy
Sylvan Library
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
-1%synergy
Welcome to Sweettooth
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
8%synergy
Growing Rites of Itlimoc
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
3%synergy
Kozilek's Unsealing
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
6%synergy
Freed from the Real
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
1%synergy
Leyline of Abundance
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
4%synergy
Killer Service
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
5%synergy
Primal Empathy
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
3%synergy
Wizard Class
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
0%synergy
Carpet of Flowers
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
3%synergy
Wild Growth
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
-3%synergy
Defense of the Heart
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
4%synergy
Court of Vantress
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
5%synergy
Battles
Invasion of Ikoria
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
1%synergy
Planeswalkers
Oko, Thief of Crowns
44%inclusion15 decks34 decks
37%synergy
Tezzeret, Betrayer of Flesh
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
8%synergy
Tezzeret the Seeker
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
2%synergy
Nissa, Ascended Animist
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
5%synergy
Utility Lands
Reliquary Tower
68%inclusion23 decks34 decks
17%synergy
Mistrise Village
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
40%synergy
Gingerbread Cabin
50%inclusion17 decks34 decks
49%synergy
Rogue's Passage
47%inclusion16 decks34 decks
25%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
44%inclusion15 decks34 decks
22%synergy
Boseiju, Who Endures
44%inclusion15 decks34 decks
22%synergy
Karn's Bastion
41%inclusion14 decks34 decks
29%synergy
Castle Garenbrig
41%inclusion14 decks34 decks
37%synergy
Archway of Innovation
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
28%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
29%inclusion10 decks34 decks
10%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
26%inclusion9 decks34 decks
24%synergy
Inventors' Fair
21%inclusion7 decks34 decks
19%synergy
Temple of the False God
21%inclusion7 decks34 decks
5%synergy
Restless Vinestalk
18%inclusion6 decks34 decks
12%synergy
Urza's Saga
18%inclusion6 decks34 decks
12%synergy
Oran-Rief, the Vastwood
18%inclusion6 decks34 decks
13%synergy
Command Beacon
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
11%synergy
Novijen, Heart of Progress
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
10%synergy
Lair of the Hydra
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
7%synergy
Alchemist's Refuge
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
-6%synergy
Mosswort Bridge
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
-6%synergy
Treasure Vault
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
4%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
-1%synergy
Mystic Sanctuary
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
-7%synergy
Sanctum of Eternity
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
6%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
97%inclusion33 decks34 decks
16%synergy
Arcane Signet
88%inclusion30 decks34 decks
25%synergy
Simic Signet
29%inclusion10 decks34 decks
-3%synergy
Mana Crypt
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
11%synergy
Talisman of Curiosity
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
-7%synergy
The Eternity Elevator
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Herd Heirloom
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
7%synergy
Thought Vessel
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
-8%synergy
Basalt Monolith
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
5%synergy
Elementalist's Palette
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
12%synergy
Replicating Ring
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
4%synergy
Jeweled Lotus
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
4%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
4%synergy
Throne of Eldraine
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
6%synergy
Chrome Mox
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
-1%synergy
Fellwar Stone
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
-4%synergy
Pillar of Origins
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
6%synergy
Midnight Clock
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
4%synergy
Mind Stone
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
1%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
97%inclusion33 decks34 decks
12%synergy
Forest
97%inclusion33 decks34 decks
2%synergy
Island
94%inclusion32 decks34 decks
-1%synergy
Breeding Pool
85%inclusion29 decks34 decks
40%synergy
Misty Rainforest
74%inclusion25 decks34 decks
42%synergy
Rejuvenating Springs
74%inclusion25 decks34 decks
29%synergy
Hinterland Harbor
62%inclusion21 decks34 decks
3%synergy
Tropical Island
59%inclusion20 decks34 decks
45%synergy
Barkchannel Pathway
56%inclusion19 decks34 decks
35%synergy
Yavimaya Coast
53%inclusion18 decks34 decks
1%synergy
Dreamroot Cascade
53%inclusion18 decks34 decks
11%synergy
Hedge Maze
43%inclusion13 decks30 decks
24%synergy
Flooded Grove
35%inclusion12 decks34 decks
-5%synergy
Sink into Stupor
30%inclusion7 decks23 decks
19%synergy
Willowrush Verge
30%inclusion3 decks10 decks
14%synergy
Vineglimmer Snarl
29%inclusion10 decks34 decks
-9%synergy
Path of Ancestry
29%inclusion10 decks34 decks
12%synergy
Simic Growth Chamber
26%inclusion9 decks34 decks
-22%synergy
Exotic Orchard
26%inclusion9 decks34 decks
3%synergy
Waterlogged Grove
26%inclusion9 decks34 decks
6%synergy
Cavern of Souls
26%inclusion9 decks34 decks
20%synergy
Overflowing Basin
21%inclusion6 decks28 decks
2%synergy
Sea Gate Restoration
18%inclusion6 decks34 decks
12%synergy
Botanical Sanctum
18%inclusion6 decks34 decks
5%synergy
Bridgeworks Battle
17%inclusion4 decks23 decks
13%synergy
Fabled Passage
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
0%synergy
Rimewood Falls
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
5%synergy
Mana Confluence
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
9%synergy
Bala Ged Recovery
15%inclusion5 decks34 decks
5%synergy
Temple of Mystery
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
-27%synergy
Tangled Islet
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
-5%synergy
Scalding Tarn
12%inclusion4 decks34 decks
2%synergy
Windswept Heath
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
-2%synergy
Snow-Covered Island
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
2%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
-1%synergy
Unclaimed Territory
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
1%synergy
Snow-Covered Forest
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
2%synergy
Reflecting Pool
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
6%synergy
Plaza of Heroes
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
7%synergy
Polluted Delta
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
-2%synergy
Flooded Strand
8.8%inclusion3 decks34 decks
-2%synergy
Disciple of Freyalise
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
4%synergy
Hydroelectric Specimen
8.7%inclusion2 decks23 decks
3%synergy
Myriad Landscape
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
-17%synergy
Khalni Ambush
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
4%synergy
Littjara Mirrorlake
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
2%synergy
Turntimber Symbiosis
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
3%synergy
Evolving Wilds
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
-19%synergy
Opal Palace
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
4%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
5.9%inclusion2 decks34 decks
0%synergy