The counter theme helps to close games out, something Group Hug decks can usually struggle with
For another, you know that all of your creatures will get reanimated by Balthor, and thats probably not true for your opponents
This is a true group hug Commander that gives players counters, card draw, or tokens
He leads a doomed crew of possessed racers alongside a wicked entity known as the Speed Demon, who never leaves his side
Yshtola, Nights Blessed as a commander is one that seeks to pilot decks utilizing noncreature spells
Azlask, the Swelling ScourgeAzlask, the Swelling Scourge is a 2/2 Eldrazi for three mana that gives you experience counters whenever colorless creatures you control die