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

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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Iron Man, Armored Avenger
100%inclusion2 decks2 decks
95%synergy
Vision Quest
100%inclusion2 decks2 decks
99%synergy
Armor Wars
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
49%synergy
Viv Vision, Teen Synthezoid
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
50%synergy
War Machine, Avenging Arsenal
50%inclusion1 decks2 decks
44%synergy
High Synergy Cards
The Ozolith
74%inclusion35 decks47 decks
71%synergy
Herald of Secret Streams
62%inclusion29 decks47 decks
59%synergy
Abzan Falconer
60%inclusion28 decks47 decks
58%synergy
Esper Sentinel
77%inclusion36 decks47 decks
57%synergy
Danny Pink
55%inclusion26 decks47 decks
54%synergy
Damning Verdict
53%inclusion25 decks47 decks
50%synergy
Arcee, Sharpshooter
49%inclusion23 decks47 decks
48%synergy
Jetfire, Ingenious Scientist
49%inclusion23 decks47 decks
48%synergy
Lae'zel, Vlaakith's Champion
51%inclusion24 decks47 decks
45%synergy
Uncivil Unrest
45%inclusion21 decks47 decks
43%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
62%inclusion29 decks47 decks
-6%synergy
Steel Overseer
53%inclusion25 decks47 decks
43%synergy
Etherium Sculptor
51%inclusion24 decks47 decks
38%synergy
Enthusiastic Mechanaut
47%inclusion22 decks47 decks
34%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
45%inclusion21 decks47 decks
42%synergy
Counterspell
45%inclusion21 decks47 decks
9%synergy
Inspirit, Flagship Vessel
44%inclusion12 decks27 decks
36%synergy
Kilo, Apogee Mind
43%inclusion12 decks28 decks
32%synergy
Arcbound Shikari
43%inclusion20 decks47 decks
41%synergy
Patrolling Peacemaker
42%inclusion11 decks26 decks
27%synergy
Game Changers
Teferi's Protection
60%inclusion28 decks47 decks
46%synergy
Smothering Tithe
49%inclusion23 decks47 decks
31%synergy
Rhystic Study
49%inclusion23 decks47 decks
31%synergy
Cyclonic Rift
43%inclusion20 decks47 decks
26%synergy
Jeska's Will
40%inclusion19 decks47 decks
27%synergy
Fierce Guardianship
40%inclusion19 decks47 decks
26%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
38%inclusion18 decks47 decks
24%synergy
Ancient Tomb
26%inclusion12 decks47 decks
18%synergy
The One Ring
19%inclusion9 decks47 decks
12%synergy
Farewell
19%inclusion9 decks47 decks
6%synergy
Creatures
Foundry Inspector
40%inclusion19 decks47 decks
33%synergy
Anim Pakal, Thousandth Moon
36%inclusion17 decks47 decks
32%synergy
Abzan Battle Priest
34%inclusion16 decks47 decks
33%synergy
Lion Sash
34%inclusion16 decks47 decks
32%synergy
Mikaeus, the Lunarch
34%inclusion16 decks47 decks
33%synergy
Alibou, Ancient Witness
34%inclusion16 decks47 decks
27%synergy
Cayth, Famed Mechanist
34%inclusion16 decks47 decks
26%synergy
Hopeful Initiate
32%inclusion15 decks47 decks
32%synergy
Thundering Raiju
32%inclusion15 decks47 decks
30%synergy
Walking Ballista
32%inclusion15 decks47 decks
28%synergy
Envoy of the Ancestors
32%inclusion15 decks47 decks
31%synergy
Ainok Bond-Kin
32%inclusion15 decks47 decks
31%synergy
Ratchet, Field Medic
32%inclusion15 decks47 decks
31%synergy
Losheel, Clockwork Scholar
32%inclusion15 decks47 decks
29%synergy
Thrummingbird
32%inclusion15 decks47 decks
22%synergy
Surge Conductor
31%inclusion8 decks26 decks
18%synergy
Dusk Legion Duelist
30%inclusion14 decks47 decks
29%synergy
Prowl, Stoic Strategist
30%inclusion14 decks47 decks
29%synergy
Arcbound Ravager
28%inclusion13 decks47 decks
27%synergy
Axgard Artisan
26%inclusion12 decks47 decks
25%synergy
Vision, Synthezoid Avenger
25%inclusion1 decks4 decks
24%synergy
Pollywog Prodigy
24%inclusion11 decks46 decks
19%synergy
Padeem, Consul of Innovation
23%inclusion11 decks47 decks
19%synergy
Bronze Guardian
23%inclusion11 decks47 decks
21%synergy
Hangarback Walker
23%inclusion11 decks47 decks
19%synergy
Urza, Lord High Artificer
23%inclusion11 decks47 decks
19%synergy
Iron Spider, Stark Upgrade
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
21%synergy
Arcbound Mouser
21%inclusion10 decks47 decks
21%synergy
Akki Battle Squad
21%inclusion10 decks47 decks
21%synergy
Kappa Cannoneer
21%inclusion10 decks47 decks
14%synergy
Jhoira, Weatherlight Captain
21%inclusion10 decks47 decks
8%synergy
Denry Klin, Editor in Chief
19%inclusion9 decks47 decks
19%synergy
Anafenza, Kin-Tree Spirit
19%inclusion9 decks47 decks
19%synergy
Big Mother Mouser
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
17%synergy
Ingenious Prodigy
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
17%synergy
Benthic Biomancer
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
17%synergy
Emry, Lurker of the Loch
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
8%synergy
Grateful Apparition
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
13%synergy
Cyberdrive Awakener
15%inclusion7 decks47 decks
8%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
15%inclusion7 decks47 decks
-1%synergy
Illustrious Wanderglyph
15%inclusion7 decks47 decks
12%synergy
Wan Shi Tong, Librarian
13%inclusion2 decks15 decks
11%synergy
Generous Pup
13%inclusion5 decks39 decks
13%synergy
Phyrexian Metamorph
13%inclusion6 decks47 decks
4%synergy
Ornithopter of Paradise
13%inclusion6 decks47 decks
6%synergy
Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp
13%inclusion6 decks47 decks
12%synergy
Winged Hive Tyrant
13%inclusion6 decks47 decks
11%synergy
Lita, Mechanical Engineer
13%inclusion6 decks47 decks
12%synergy
Luminarch Aspirant
13%inclusion6 decks47 decks
12%synergy
Goldbug, Humanity's Ally
13%inclusion6 decks47 decks
12%synergy
Instants
Mana Drain
40%inclusion19 decks47 decks
30%synergy
Deflecting Swat
40%inclusion19 decks47 decks
27%synergy
Path to Exile
40%inclusion19 decks47 decks
-8%synergy
Dispatch
38%inclusion18 decks47 decks
24%synergy
Dovin's Veto
26%inclusion12 decks47 decks
7%synergy
Experimental Augury
26%inclusion12 decks47 decks
17%synergy
Generous Gift
26%inclusion12 decks47 decks
5%synergy
Boros Charm
23%inclusion11 decks47 decks
2%synergy
Chaos Warp
23%inclusion11 decks47 decks
1%synergy
Akroma's Will
23%inclusion11 decks47 decks
11%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
19%inclusion9 decks47 decks
7%synergy
Unbreakable Formation
15%inclusion7 decks47 decks
7%synergy
Force of Negation
15%inclusion7 decks47 decks
10%synergy
Dramatic Reversal
15%inclusion7 decks47 decks
11%synergy
Ripples of Potential
13%inclusion6 decks47 decks
2%synergy
Swan Song
13%inclusion6 decks47 decks
-5%synergy
Sink into Stupor
13%inclusion6 decks47 decks
3%synergy
Arcane Denial
13%inclusion6 decks47 decks
-4%synergy
Scour for Scrap
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
8%synergy
Dawn's Truce
11%inclusion5 decks46 decks
4%synergy
Flare of Denial
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
10%synergy
Brain Freeze
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
7%synergy
Force of Will
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
5%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
2%synergy
Mystical Tutor
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
0%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
8.5%inclusion4 decks47 decks
-12%synergy
Wear // Tear
8.5%inclusion4 decks47 decks
2%synergy
Whir of Invention
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
4%synergy
Mental Misstep
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
3%synergy
Intuition
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
4%synergy
Mindbreak Trap
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
4%synergy
Flare of Fortitude
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
4%synergy
Flusterstorm
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
2%synergy
Contractual Safeguard
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
6%synergy
Flare of Duplication
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
5%synergy
Desynchronization
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
5%synergy
Sorceries
Fabricate
32%inclusion15 decks47 decks
24%synergy
Wake the Past
26%inclusion12 decks47 decks
15%synergy
Wave Goodbye
23%inclusion11 decks47 decks
22%synergy
Tezzeret's Gambit
23%inclusion11 decks47 decks
12%synergy
Organic Extinction
21%inclusion10 decks47 decks
13%synergy
Requisition Raid
19%inclusion9 decks47 decks
17%synergy
Blasphemous Act
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
-6%synergy
Supreme Verdict
15%inclusion7 decks47 decks
2%synergy
Contentious Plan
13%inclusion6 decks47 decks
10%synergy
Wheel of Fortune
13%inclusion6 decks47 decks
10%synergy
Thoughtcast
13%inclusion6 decks47 decks
9%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
2%synergy
Vandalblast
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
2%synergy
Gamble
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
4%synergy
Timetwister
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
10%synergy
Voyage Home
9.4%inclusion3 decks32 decks
7%synergy
Retrieve the Esper
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
7%synergy
Ponder
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
-10%synergy
Austere Command
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
-5%synergy
Irenicus's Vile Duplication
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
5%synergy
Transmute Artifact
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
6%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Swiftfoot Boots
34%inclusion16 decks47 decks
9%synergy
Unwinding Clock
30%inclusion14 decks47 decks
24%synergy
Lux Artillery
21%inclusion10 decks47 decks
15%synergy
Thousand Moons Smithy
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
14%synergy
Lightning Greaves
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
-7%synergy
Simulacrum Synthesizer
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
14%synergy
Andúril, Narsil Reforged
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
16%synergy
Improvised Arsenal
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
The Ooze
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Insight Engine
15%inclusion4 decks26 decks
3%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
15%inclusion7 decks47 decks
9%synergy
Agatha's Soul Cauldron
15%inclusion7 decks47 decks
14%synergy
Salvation Engine
13%inclusion4 decks32 decks
11%synergy
Moxite Refinery
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
4%synergy
Uthros Research Craft
12%inclusion3 decks26 decks
-1%synergy
Mystic Forge
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
6%synergy
Darksteel Forge
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
9%synergy
Isochron Scepter
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
7%synergy
Biorganic Carapace
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
8%synergy
Cloud Key
8.5%inclusion4 decks47 decks
2%synergy
Throne of Geth
8.5%inclusion4 decks47 decks
8%synergy
Recon Craft Theta
8.5%inclusion4 decks47 decks
7%synergy
Doubling Cube
8.5%inclusion4 decks47 decks
8%synergy
Animation Module
8.5%inclusion4 decks47 decks
8%synergy
Shorikai, Genesis Engine
8.5%inclusion4 decks47 decks
6%synergy
Mechtitan Core
8.5%inclusion4 decks47 decks
8%synergy
Bident of Thassa
8.5%inclusion4 decks47 decks
-1%synergy
Leyline Axe
7.7%inclusion3 decks39 decks
4%synergy
Machinist's Arsenal
6.9%inclusion2 decks29 decks
6%synergy
Wayfarer's Bauble
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
-3%synergy
Manifold Key
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
4%synergy
Mycosynth Lattice
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
6%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
1%synergy
Sword of the Animist
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
1%synergy
Repurposing Bay
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
5%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
4%synergy
Enchantments
All Will Be One
38%inclusion18 decks47 decks
33%synergy
Together Forever
36%inclusion17 decks47 decks
35%synergy
Resourceful Defense
34%inclusion16 decks47 decks
27%synergy
Inexorable Tide
26%inclusion12 decks47 decks
20%synergy
Thopter Spy Network
26%inclusion12 decks47 decks
22%synergy
Felidar Retreat
19%inclusion9 decks47 decks
18%synergy
Cathars' Crusade
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
14%synergy
Mystic Remora
15%inclusion7 decks47 decks
3%synergy
Frostcliff Siege
13%inclusion4 decks31 decks
1%synergy
Virtue of Loyalty
13%inclusion6 decks47 decks
11%synergy
Warrior's Resolve
11%inclusion2 decks18 decks
11%synergy
Underworld Breach
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
5%synergy
Gleam of Authority
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
11%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
8%synergy
True Conviction
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
10%synergy
Uneasy Alliance
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
9%synergy
Artificer Class
8.5%inclusion4 decks47 decks
8%synergy
Lasting Tarfire
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Mechanized Production
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
2%synergy
Efficient Construction
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
5%synergy
Storm the Vault
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
4%synergy
Land Tax
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
3%synergy
Ghostly Prison
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
-5%synergy
Unstoppable Plan
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
4%synergy
Impostor Syndrome
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
3%synergy
Planeswalkers
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
14%inclusion4 decks28 decks
9%synergy
Basri Ket
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
6%synergy
Elspeth Resplendent
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
6%synergy
Tezzeret the Seeker
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
4%synergy
Utility Lands
Karn's Bastion
49%inclusion23 decks47 decks
35%synergy
Great Furnace
49%inclusion23 decks47 decks
36%synergy
Ancient Den
47%inclusion22 decks47 decks
34%synergy
Seat of the Synod
47%inclusion22 decks47 decks
33%synergy
Reliquary Tower
40%inclusion19 decks47 decks
7%synergy
Urza's Saga
36%inclusion17 decks47 decks
28%synergy
Inventors' Fair
34%inclusion16 decks47 decks
27%synergy
Academy Ruins
32%inclusion15 decks47 decks
24%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
30%inclusion14 decks47 decks
26%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
30%inclusion14 decks47 decks
17%synergy
Uthros, Titanic Godcore
19%inclusion5 decks27 decks
10%synergy
Rogue's Passage
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
-2%synergy
Buried Ruin
13%inclusion6 decks47 decks
1%synergy
Minas Tirith
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
6%synergy
Arena of Glory
8.5%inclusion4 decks47 decks
5%synergy
Archway of Innovation
8.5%inclusion4 decks47 decks
4%synergy
Abandoned Air Temple
6.7%inclusion1 decks15 decks
2%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
3%synergy
Fomori Vault
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
5%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
2%synergy
High Market
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
6%synergy
Mishra's Workshop
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
6%synergy
Drannith Ruins
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
6%synergy
Monumental Henge
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
4%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
94%inclusion44 decks47 decks
6%synergy
Sol Ring
91%inclusion43 decks47 decks
2%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
34%inclusion16 decks47 decks
-7%synergy
Talisman of Progress
32%inclusion15 decks47 decks
-13%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
28%inclusion13 decks47 decks
-15%synergy
Fellwar Stone
26%inclusion12 decks47 decks
-6%synergy
Mox Opal
26%inclusion12 decks47 decks
20%synergy
Azorius Signet
26%inclusion12 decks47 decks
-5%synergy
Boros Signet
23%inclusion11 decks47 decks
-5%synergy
Solar Array
23%inclusion6 decks26 decks
13%synergy
Izzet Signet
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
-14%synergy
Lotus Petal
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
10%synergy
Chromatic Lantern
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
8%synergy
Mana Vault
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
12%synergy
Thought Vessel
15%inclusion7 decks47 decks
-8%synergy
Mox Diamond
15%inclusion7 decks47 decks
11%synergy
Chrome Mox
13%inclusion6 decks47 decks
8%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
0%synergy
Crystal Skull, Isu Spyglass
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
9%synergy
Mana Crypt
8.5%inclusion4 decks47 decks
8%synergy
Mox Amber
8.5%inclusion4 decks47 decks
4%synergy
The Mightstone and Weakstone
8.5%inclusion4 decks47 decks
7%synergy
Lion's Eye Diamond
8.5%inclusion4 decks47 decks
6%synergy
Firdoch Core
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Grim Monolith
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
5%synergy
Coldsteel Heart
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
6%synergy
Jeweled Lotus
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
6%synergy
Mind Stone
6.4%inclusion3 decks47 decks
-5%synergy
The Aetherspark
6.3%inclusion2 decks32 decks
4%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
98%inclusion46 decks47 decks
5%synergy
Island
91%inclusion43 decks47 decks
-4%synergy
Plains
91%inclusion43 decks47 decks
-3%synergy
Sacred Foundry
89%inclusion42 decks47 decks
48%synergy
Mountain
89%inclusion42 decks47 decks
-5%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
85%inclusion40 decks47 decks
43%synergy
Steam Vents
81%inclusion38 decks47 decks
40%synergy
Raugrin Triome
74%inclusion35 decks47 decks
38%synergy
Tundra
72%inclusion34 decks47 decks
61%synergy
Volcanic Island
66%inclusion31 decks47 decks
55%synergy
Spectator Seating
66%inclusion31 decks47 decks
37%synergy
Scalding Tarn
66%inclusion31 decks47 decks
39%synergy
Sea of Clouds
64%inclusion30 decks47 decks
34%synergy
Flooded Strand
64%inclusion30 decks47 decks
34%synergy
Training Center
62%inclusion29 decks47 decks
32%synergy
Arid Mesa
60%inclusion28 decks47 decks
32%synergy
Plateau
60%inclusion28 decks47 decks
48%synergy
Mystic Monastery
47%inclusion22 decks47 decks
-12%synergy
Deserted Beach
36%inclusion17 decks47 decks
14%synergy
Stormcarved Coast
34%inclusion16 decks47 decks
11%synergy
Turbulent Springs
33%inclusion2 decks6 decks
30%synergy
Turbulent Steppe
33%inclusion2 decks6 decks
30%synergy
Exotic Orchard
32%inclusion15 decks47 decks
-30%synergy
Sundown Pass
32%inclusion15 decks47 decks
12%synergy
Razortide Bridge
30%inclusion14 decks47 decks
17%synergy
Glacial Fortress
28%inclusion13 decks47 decks
-28%synergy
Sulfur Falls
26%inclusion12 decks47 decks
-28%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
26%inclusion12 decks47 decks
13%synergy
Silverbluff Bridge
21%inclusion10 decks47 decks
9%synergy
Spire of Industry
21%inclusion10 decks47 decks
8%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
21%inclusion10 decks47 decks
-31%synergy
Mana Confluence
21%inclusion10 decks47 decks
13%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
19%inclusion9 decks47 decks
-19%synergy
City of Brass
19%inclusion9 decks47 decks
11%synergy
Prairie Stream
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
-22%synergy
Prismatic Vista
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
14%synergy
Misty Rainforest
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
10%synergy
Reflecting Pool
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
11%synergy
Battlefield Forge
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
-26%synergy
Marsh Flats
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
11%synergy
Polluted Delta
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
10%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
17%inclusion8 decks47 decks
11%synergy
Windswept Heath
15%inclusion7 decks47 decks
9%synergy
Meticulous Archive
15%inclusion7 decks47 decks
6%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
14%inclusion6 decks42 decks
5%synergy
Power Depot
13%inclusion6 decks47 decks
11%synergy
Sink into Stupor
13%inclusion6 decks47 decks
3%synergy
Shivan Reef
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
-31%synergy
Wooded Foothills
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
5%synergy
Elegant Parlor
11%inclusion5 decks47 decks
3%synergy