Kilo, Apogee Mind (Commander) - Expensive Core +1/+1 Counters

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Cooper Gottfried
Feb 9, 2026
The Top 40 Three-Mana Commanders
It's another Top 40 list from EDHREC! This time we're looking at the most popular commanders that you can play for just three mana.
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Moxfield
Scryfall
MTGStocks
Insight Engine
100%inclusion12 decks12 decks
87%synergy
Hangarback Walker
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
79%synergy
Surge Conductor
92%inclusion11 decks12 decks
78%synergy
All Will Be One
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
78%synergy
Patrolling Peacemaker
92%inclusion11 decks12 decks
75%synergy
Inspirit, Flagship Vessel
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
75%synergy
Uthros, Titanic Godcore
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
74%synergy
Ripples of Potential
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
74%synergy
Steel Overseer
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
73%synergy
Clock of Omens
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
73%synergy
Top Cards
Swan Song
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
66%synergy
Uthros Research Craft
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
70%synergy
Dispatch
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
61%synergy
Walking Ballista
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
72%synergy
Kappa Cannoneer
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
68%synergy
Thought Monitor
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
68%synergy
Organic Extinction
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
67%synergy
Phyrexian Metamorph
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
58%synergy
Filigree Vector
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
64%synergy
Tekuthal, Inquiry Dominus
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
59%synergy
Game Changers
Gifts Ungiven
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Mishra's Workshop
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Enlightened Tutor
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-7%synergy
Creatures
Crystalline Crawler
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
62%synergy
Jhoira, Weatherlight Captain
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
54%synergy
Esper Sentinel
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
39%synergy
Etherium Sculptor
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
45%synergy
Enthusiastic Mechanaut
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
46%synergy
Marketback Walker
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
49%synergy
Arcbound Shikari
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
49%synergy
Emry, Lurker of the Loch
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
41%synergy
Thrummingbird
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
41%synergy
Cyberdrive Awakener
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
36%synergy
Arcbound Worker
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
41%synergy
Etched Oracle
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
39%synergy
Threefold Thunderhulk
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
38%synergy
Mindless Automaton
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
39%synergy
Dreamtide Whale
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
35%synergy
Iron Spider, Stark Upgrade
40%inclusion4 decks10 decks
38%synergy
Arcbound Javelineer
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
33%synergy
Arcbound Mouser
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
33%synergy
Arcbound Stinger
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
33%synergy
Alibou, Ancient Witness
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
27%synergy
Foundry Inspector
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
18%synergy
Zabaz, the Glimmerwasp
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Arcbound Prototype
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Luminarch Aspirant
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Deepglow Skate
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
18%synergy
Tui and La, Moon and Ocean
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
20%synergy
Pinnacle Emissary
18%inclusion2 decks11 decks
15%synergy
Anim Pakal, Thousandth Moon
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Inti, Seneschal of the Sun
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Skrelv, Defector Mite
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Lion Sash
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Vedalken Archmage
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Arcbound Ravager
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Coretapper
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Chrome Host Seedshark
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Pollywog Prodigy
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
11%synergy
Cayth, Famed Mechanist
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Arcbound Crusher
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Arcbound Tracker
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Lulu, Stern Guardian
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Virulent Silencer
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Depthshaker Titan
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
12%synergy
Lady Octopus, Inspired Inventor
13%inclusion1 decks8 decks
11%synergy
Steelswarm Operator
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Mm'menon, Uthros Exile
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
7%synergy
SP//dr, Piloted by Peni
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
8%synergy
Drumbellower
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Metastatic Evangel
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Scrawling Crawler
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Hopeful Initiate
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Instants
Swords to Plowshares
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
-2%synergy
Chaos Warp
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
28%synergy
Experimental Augury
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
42%synergy
Thirst for Knowledge
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
36%synergy
Prologue to Phyresis
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
31%synergy
Sink into Stupor
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Dovin's Veto
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Pull from Tomorrow
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
21%synergy
Desynchronization
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
An Offer You Can't Refuse
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-3%synergy
Boros Charm
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-4%synergy
Disruption Protocol
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Mana Drain
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Slip Out the Back
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Arcane Denial
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
0%synergy
Counterspell
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-19%synergy
Scour for Scrap
9.1%inclusion1 decks11 decks
6%synergy
Mirrorweave
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Assert Authority
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Ephemerate
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Whir of Invention
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Three Steps Ahead
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Negate
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-8%synergy
Dawn's Truce
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Clever Concealment
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Duty Beyond Death
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Stoic Rebuttal
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Aetherize
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Delay
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Deflecting Swat
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-5%synergy
Steady Progress
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Excise the Imperfect
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Radstorm
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Path to Exile
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-41%synergy
Dramatic Reversal
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
March of Swirling Mist
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Generous Gift
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-13%synergy
Akroma's Will
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-4%synergy
Suspend
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Valakut Awakening
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Protection Magic
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Sorceries
Wake the Past
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
48%synergy
Tezzeret's Gambit
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
48%synergy
Requisition Raid
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
48%synergy
Damning Verdict
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
31%synergy
Thoughtcast
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
29%synergy
Blasphemous Act
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Crashing Wave
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
19%synergy
Chain Reaction
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Delete
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Ponder
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-8%synergy
All Is Dust
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Gitaxian Probe
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Slip Through Space
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Contentious Plan
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Vandalblast
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-1%synergy
Fabricate
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Serum Visions
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Voyage Home
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Fumigate
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Universal Surveillance
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Dance of the Manse
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Unwinding Clock
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
53%synergy
Darksteel Reactor
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
53%synergy
The Ozolith
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
47%synergy
Lux Artillery
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
44%synergy
Long-Range Sensor
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
41%synergy
Recon Craft Theta
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
41%synergy
Energy Chamber
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
40%synergy
Simulacrum Synthesizer
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
39%synergy
Dawnsire, Sunstar Dreadnought
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
37%synergy
Manifold Key
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
31%synergy
Lux Cannon
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
28%synergy
Golem Foundry
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
22%synergy
Moxite Refinery
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Voltaic Key
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Cloud Key
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Power Conduit
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Thousand Moons Smithy
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Weatherlight
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Mystic Forge
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
11%synergy
Lost Jitte
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
The Seriema
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
12%synergy
Esoteric Duplicator
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Sensei's Divining Top
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
2%synergy
The Millennium Calendar
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Gavel of the Righteous
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
The Indomitable
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Dowsing Device
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Titan Forge
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Culling Dais
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Contagion Engine
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Magistrate's Scepter
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Orochi Hatchery
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Scourglass
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Urabrask's Forge
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Ichormoon Gauntlet
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Animation Module
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Andúril, Narsil Reforged
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Agatha's Soul Cauldron
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Shorikai, Genesis Engine
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Imposter Mech
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Mirrorworks
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Warmaker Gunship
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Rescue Skiff
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Enchantments
Resourceful Defense
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
35%synergy
Aura of Dominion
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
32%synergy
Freed from the Real
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
22%synergy
Inexorable Tide
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
11%synergy
Pemmin's Aura
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Virtue of Loyalty
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Fated Firepower
10%inclusion1 decks10 decks
9%synergy
Felidar Retreat
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Mesmerizing Dose
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Intruder Alarm
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Curiosity
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Imprisoned in the Moon
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Thopter Spy Network
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Four Knocks
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Jeskai Ascendancy
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-7%synergy
As Foretold
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Pain for All
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Planeswalkers
Tezzeret, Cruel Captain
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
44%synergy
Tezzeret the Seeker
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Tezzeret, Betrayer of Flesh
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Chandra, Torch of Defiance
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Ajani, Caller of the Pride
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Basri Ket
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Ral Zarek
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Dovin, Hand of Control
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Teferi, Time Raveler
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Elspeth, Knight-Errant
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Elspeth, Storm Slayer
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Tamiyo, the Moon Sage
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Utility Lands
Karn's Bastion
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
70%synergy
Ancient Den
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
63%synergy
Seat of the Synod
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
62%synergy
Great Furnace
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
55%synergy
Buried Ruin
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
47%synergy
Academy Ruins
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
43%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
44%synergy
Inventors' Fair
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
34%synergy
Archway of Innovation
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
37%synergy
Urza's Saga
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
25%synergy
Nesting Grounds
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
31%synergy
Inkmoth Nexus
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Abandoned Air Temple
20%inclusion1 decks5 decks
15%synergy
Minamo, School at Water's Edge
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Fomori Vault
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Forge of Heroes
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
15%synergy
Darksteel Citadel
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
12%synergy
Reliquary Tower
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-17%synergy
Saprazzan Skerry
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Otawara, Soaring City
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Calciform Pools
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Remote Farm
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Arena of Glory
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Desolate Lighthouse
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Thespian's Stage
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Sandstone Needle
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Kavaron, Memorial World
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Solar Array
92%inclusion11 decks12 decks
81%synergy
Everflowing Chalice
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
73%synergy
Astral Cornucopia
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
77%synergy
Sol Ring
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
-6%synergy
Arcane Signet
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
-13%synergy
Pentad Prism
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
70%synergy
Relic of Legends
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
55%synergy
Paradise Mantle
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
39%synergy
Empowered Autogenerator
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
21%synergy
Springleaf Drum
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
22%synergy
Talisman of Creativity
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-26%synergy
Sonic Screwdriver
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
13%synergy
The Eternity Elevator
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
12%synergy
Talisman of Progress
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-37%synergy
Glistening Sphere
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Replicating Ring
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Aetheric Amplifier
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Strixhaven Stadium
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
The Aetherspark
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Talisman of Conviction
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-36%synergy
Fellwar Stone
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-23%synergy
Crystal Skull, Isu Spyglass
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Honor-Worn Shaku
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Midnight Clock
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Mox Opal
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
3%synergy
All-Fates Scroll
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Lands
Command Tower
100%inclusion12 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Mountain
100%inclusion12 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Island
100%inclusion12 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Plains
100%inclusion12 decks12 decks
5%synergy
Steam Vents
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
43%synergy
Sacred Foundry
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
43%synergy
Scalding Tarn
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
56%synergy
Hallowed Fountain
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
42%synergy
Flooded Strand
83%inclusion10 decks12 decks
54%synergy
The Mycosynth Gardens
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
69%synergy
Razortide Bridge
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
62%synergy
Arid Mesa
75%inclusion9 decks12 decks
47%synergy
Silverbluff Bridge
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
54%synergy
Spire of Industry
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
53%synergy
Rustvale Bridge
67%inclusion8 decks12 decks
54%synergy
Shivan Reef
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
17%synergy
Raugrin Triome
58%inclusion7 decks12 decks
21%synergy
Exotic Orchard
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
-11%synergy
Battlefield Forge
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Adarkar Wastes
50%inclusion6 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Glacial Fortress
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
-13%synergy
Sea of Clouds
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
11%synergy
Mystic Monastery
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
-17%synergy
Spectator Seating
42%inclusion5 decks12 decks
12%synergy
Sink into Stupor
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
24%synergy
Training Center
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Cascade Bluffs
33%inclusion4 decks12 decks
10%synergy
Tundra
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Power Depot
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
23%synergy
Sulfur Falls
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
-27%synergy
Rugged Prairie
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
3%synergy
Plateau
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
14%synergy
Thundering Falls
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
16%synergy
Clifftop Retreat
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
-26%synergy
Mystic Gate
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Radiant Summit
25%inclusion3 decks12 decks
13%synergy
Irrigated Farmland
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
4%synergy
Riverpyre Verge
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Prairie Stream
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-23%synergy
Sundown Pass
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-3%synergy
Skycloud Expanse
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
-6%synergy
Sunbillow Verge
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Volcanic Island
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
6%synergy
Meticulous Archive
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
8%synergy
Floodfarm Verge
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
7%synergy
Glittering Massif
17%inclusion2 decks12 decks
9%synergy
Misty Rainforest
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
2%synergy
Fabled Passage
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
1%synergy
Izzet Boilerworks
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
-4%synergy
Inspiring Vantage
8.3%inclusion1 decks12 decks
5%synergy