Cloud, Ex-SOLDIER (Commander) - Expensive +1/+1 Counters

Cas Hinds
Apr 13, 2026
Am I Lying in a Game of Commander, or Am I Playing to My Outs?
At what point does withholding details become lying? In a game of Commander, is it okay to deceive? Or even lie? Let's discuss.
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Raphael, the Nightwatcher
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
Mona Lisa, Science Geek
33%inclusion1 decks3 decks
33%synergy
High Synergy Cards
Sigarda's Aid
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
95%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
100%inclusion7 decks7 decks
93%synergy
Buster Sword
100%inclusion7 decks7 decks
92%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
100%inclusion7 decks7 decks
92%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
84%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
84%synergy
The Reaver Cleaver
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
83%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
78%synergy
Tifa, Martial Artist
86%inclusion6 decks7 decks
76%synergy
Red XIII, Proud Warrior
86%inclusion6 decks7 decks
76%synergy
Top Cards
Swords to Plowshares
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
30%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
70%synergy
Sram, Senior Edificer
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
67%synergy
Shadowspear
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
71%synergy
Path to Exile
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Vincent, Vengeful Atoner
71%inclusion5 decks7 decks
65%synergy
Kellan, the Fae-Blooded
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
59%synergy
Heroic Intervention
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Colossus Hammer
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
56%synergy
Deflecting Swat
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
50%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
87%synergy
Ancient Tomb
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
44%synergy
Chrome Mox
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
47%synergy
Mox Diamond
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
48%synergy
Teferi's Protection
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Mana Vault
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Gamble
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Worldly Tutor
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
13%synergy
Smothering Tithe
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-1%synergy
Underworld Breach
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Creatures
Lightning, Army of One
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
52%synergy
Professor Hojo
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
49%synergy
Yuffie, Materia Hunter
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
52%synergy
Aerith, Last Ancient
57%inclusion4 decks7 decks
53%synergy
Professional Face-Breaker
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
42%synergy
Grand Abolisher
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
45%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
45%synergy
Gilgamesh, Master-at-Arms
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
39%synergy
Bugenhagen, Wise Elder
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
34%synergy
Barret, Avalanche Leader
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
37%synergy
Kutzil, Malamet Exemplar
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
16%synergy
Cloud, Planet's Champion
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
34%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
36%synergy
Chishiro, the Shattered Blade
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
35%synergy
Firion, Wild Rose Warrior
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Amy Rose
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
27%synergy
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Dogmeat, Ever Loyal
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Esper Sentinel
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Combat Celebrant
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Elvish Spirit Guide
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Kor Duelist
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Sunspear Shikari
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Ranger-Captain of Eos
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Birds of Paradise
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
2%synergy
Great Divide Guide
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
12%synergy
Kratos, God of War
17%inclusion1 decks6 decks
17%synergy
Sephiroth, Fallen Hero
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
7%synergy
Elena, Turk Recruit
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Cait Sith, Fortune Teller
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Barret Wallace
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Zack Fair
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
8%synergy
Raubahn, Bull of Ala Mhigo
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Ashe, Princess of Dalmasca
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
14%synergy
Sami, Wildcat Captain
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Spectacular Spider-Man
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Karlach, Fury of Avernus
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Archivist of Oghma
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Legion Warboss
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Aurelia, the Warleader
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Indomitable Archangel
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Valduk, Keeper of the Flame
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Eivor, Battle-Ready
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Silent Arbiter
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Baird, Argivian Recruiter
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Felidar Guardian
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Iroas, God of Victory
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Adeline, Resplendent Cathar
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Instants
Ultimate Magic: Holy
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
36%synergy
Cloud's Limit Break
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
37%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Nature's Claim
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Beast Within
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-6%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
16%synergy
Generous Gift
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-1%synergy
Veil of Summer
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Ephemerate
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Dispatch
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
6%synergy
Boros Charm
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-12%synergy
Clever Concealment
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Lightning Bolt
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Eladamri's Call
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
3%synergy
Chord of Calling
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Silence
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Final Fortune
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Noxious Revival
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Wear // Tear
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Shock
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Legion Leadership
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Deflecting Palm
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Galadriel's Dismissal
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Akroma's Will
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-7%synergy
Sorceries
Open the Armory
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
45%synergy
Three Visits
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-2%synergy
Nature's Lore
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-13%synergy
Unfinished Business
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Ultimate Magic: Meteor
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Sevinne's Reclamation
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Farseek
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-35%synergy
Finale of Devastation
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Single Combat
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Slash the Ranks
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Chandra's Ignition
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Sword of Fire and Ice
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
48%synergy
Power Fist
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
48%synergy
Swiftfoot Boots
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
46%synergy
Conformer Shuriken
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
37%synergy
Genji Glove
43%inclusion3 decks7 decks
38%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
36%synergy
Mithril Coat
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
33%synergy
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
35%synergy
Conqueror's Flail
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
31%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
34%synergy
Lightning Greaves
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
36%synergy
Basilisk Collar
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
32%synergy
Wrecking Ball Arm
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
21%synergy
Behemoth Sledge
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Beamtown Beatstick
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Nettlecyst
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Umezawa's Jitte
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Caduceus, Staff of Hermes
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Silver Shroud Costume
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
22%synergy
Champion's Helm
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
18%synergy
Pre-War Formalwear
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Commander's Plate
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Sunforger
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
23%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Ultima Weapon
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
11%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Hammer of Purphoros
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Sword of Kaldra
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Helm of Kaldra
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Thran Power Suit
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
The One Ring
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Embercleave
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Celestial Armor
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Shield of Kaldra
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Diamond Pick-Axe
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Grafdigger's Cage
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Bone Sabres
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Helm of the Host
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Enchantments
Aggravated Assault
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
45%synergy
Forge Anew
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
45%synergy
Windcrag Siege
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
26%synergy
Sphere Grid
29%inclusion2 decks7 decks
25%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Rhythm of the Wild
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-4%synergy
SOLDIER Military Program
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Doubling Season
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
0%synergy
Carpet of Flowers
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Garruk's Uprising
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-12%synergy
All Will Be One
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Steely Resolve
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Furious Rise
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Touch the Spirit Realm
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Food Chain
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Anointed Procession
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
2%synergy
All That Glitters
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Land Tax
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Growing Rites of Itlimoc
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Planeswalkers
Minsc & Boo, Timeless Heroes
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Nahiri, the Lithomancer
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Utility Lands
Boseiju, Who Endures
75%inclusion6 decks8 decks
59%synergy
Rogue's Passage
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
36%synergy
Urza's Saga
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
33%synergy
Eiganjo, Seat of the Empire
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
34%synergy
Yavimaya, Cradle of Growth
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Inventors' Fair
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
35%synergy
Reliquary Tower
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Shinka, the Bloodsoaked Keep
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Kor Haven
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Slayers' Stronghold
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Command Beacon
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
21%synergy
Eiganjo Castle
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Multiversal Passage
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Windbrisk Heights
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Buried Ruin
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Okina, Temple to the Grandfathers
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Yavimaya Hollow
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Mines of Moria
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Emergence Zone
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Balduvian Trading Post
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Minas Tirith
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Gaea's Cradle
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Muraganda Raceway
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Sokenzan, Crucible of Defiance
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
10%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Arcane Signet
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
25%synergy
Sol Ring
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
16%synergy
Mox Opal
63%inclusion5 decks8 decks
61%synergy
Lotus Petal
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
46%synergy
Mox Amber
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
36%synergy
The Aetherspark
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
24%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
17%synergy
Talisman of Unity
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
16%synergy
Talisman of Impulse
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
17%synergy
Summoning Materia
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
9%synergy
Fellwar Stone
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
2%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Mountain
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
5%synergy
Forest
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
3%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion8 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Stomping Ground
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
44%synergy
Taiga
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
77%synergy
Windswept Heath
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
56%synergy
Sacred Foundry
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
48%synergy
Wooded Foothills
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
57%synergy
Savannah
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
77%synergy
Arid Mesa
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
60%synergy
Plateau
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
77%synergy
Temple Garden
88%inclusion7 decks8 decks
45%synergy
Scalding Tarn
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
46%synergy
Mana Confluence
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
44%synergy
City of Brass
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
43%synergy
Jetmir's Garden
50%inclusion4 decks8 decks
9%synergy
Misty Rainforest
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
32%synergy
Verdant Catacombs
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
32%synergy
Elegant Parlor
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
31%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
31%synergy
Commercial District
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
29%synergy
Gemstone Caverns
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
35%synergy
Lush Portico
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
28%synergy
Marsh Flats
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
32%synergy
Thornspire Verge
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
28%synergy
Bloodstained Mire
38%inclusion3 decks8 decks
33%synergy
Brushland
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
4%synergy
Reflecting Pool
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Battlefield Forge
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
2%synergy
Cragcrown Pathway
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
19%synergy
Branchloft Pathway
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
18%synergy
Cavern of Souls
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
15%synergy
Needleverge Pathway
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Hushwood Verge
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
14%synergy
Canopy Vista
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-24%synergy
Cinder Glade
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
-24%synergy
Flooded Strand
25%inclusion2 decks8 decks
20%synergy
Starting Town
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
12%synergy
Glittering Massif
14%inclusion1 decks7 decks
13%synergy
Prismatic Vista
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Hall of Oracles
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Grand Coliseum
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Exotic Orchard
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-41%synergy
Jungle Shrine
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
-42%synergy
Mirrex
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy
Spire of Industry
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
7%synergy
Legion Leadership
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
8%synergy
Glimmervoid
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
12%synergy