Ardenn, Intrepid Archaeologist (Commander)

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Bennie Smith
Mar 16, 2026
Bennie Smith
Ranking the Swords of X and Y in Commander
The Swords of X and Y all have powerful effects and protection. But which ones are the best in Commander? Bennie Smith has your answer.
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Sram, Senior Edificer
72%inclusion44 decks61 decks
57%synergy
Colossus Hammer
61%inclusion37 decks61 decks
56%synergy
Open the Armory
66%inclusion40 decks61 decks
52%synergy
Blackblade Reforged
57%inclusion35 decks61 decks
51%synergy
Puresteel Paladin
59%inclusion36 decks61 decks
49%synergy
Sword of Vengeance
51%inclusion31 decks61 decks
46%synergy
Steelshaper's Gift
54%inclusion33 decks61 decks
46%synergy
Danitha Capashen, Paragon
57%inclusion35 decks61 decks
45%synergy
Basilisk Collar
51%inclusion31 decks61 decks
43%synergy
All That Glitters
54%inclusion33 decks61 decks
43%synergy
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Swiftfoot Boots
61%inclusion37 decks61 decks
25%synergy
Swords to Plowshares
59%inclusion36 decks61 decks
-17%synergy
Path to Exile
59%inclusion36 decks61 decks
-8%synergy
Sword of the Animist
48%inclusion29 decks61 decks
29%synergy
Stoneforge Mystic
46%inclusion28 decks61 decks
37%synergy
Sigarda's Aid
46%inclusion28 decks61 decks
36%synergy
Foundry Inspector
41%inclusion25 decks61 decks
35%synergy
Commander's Plate
41%inclusion25 decks61 decks
29%synergy
Loxodon Warhammer
41%inclusion25 decks61 decks
35%synergy
Argentum Armor
39%inclusion24 decks61 decks
36%synergy
Game Changers
Enlightened Tutor
31%inclusion19 decks61 decks
8%synergy
Smothering Tithe
23%inclusion14 decks61 decks
-7%synergy
Teferi's Protection
10%inclusion6 decks61 decks
-17%synergy
Farewell
10%inclusion6 decks61 decks
-14%synergy
Creatures
Danitha, Benalia's Hope
34%inclusion21 decks61 decks
32%synergy
Sun Titan
31%inclusion19 decks61 decks
8%synergy
Esper Sentinel
30%inclusion18 decks61 decks
-5%synergy
Cloudsteel Kirin
30%inclusion18 decks61 decks
27%synergy
Starnheim Courser
28%inclusion17 decks61 decks
23%synergy
Stone Haven Outfitter
28%inclusion17 decks61 decks
27%synergy
Armored Skyhunter
28%inclusion17 decks61 decks
24%synergy
Solemn Simulacrum
25%inclusion15 decks61 decks
4%synergy
Stonehewer Giant
23%inclusion14 decks61 decks
19%synergy
Kor Duelist
21%inclusion13 decks61 decks
21%synergy
Halvar, God of Battle
21%inclusion13 decks61 decks
18%synergy
Kemba, Kha Regent
20%inclusion12 decks61 decks
18%synergy
Giver of Runes
20%inclusion12 decks61 decks
10%synergy
Mangara, the Diplomat
20%inclusion12 decks61 decks
1%synergy
Leonin Abunas
18%inclusion11 decks61 decks
16%synergy
Balan, Wandering Knight
18%inclusion11 decks61 decks
17%synergy
Kor Cartographer
16%inclusion10 decks61 decks
10%synergy
Armament Master
16%inclusion10 decks61 decks
16%synergy
Kor Spiritdancer
15%inclusion9 decks61 decks
9%synergy
Taj-Nar Swordsmith
15%inclusion9 decks61 decks
14%synergy
Codsworth, Handy Helper
15%inclusion9 decks61 decks
8%synergy
Keeper of the Accord
13%inclusion8 decks61 decks
-4%synergy
Kor Outfitter
13%inclusion8 decks61 decks
13%synergy
Odric, Lunarch Marshal
13%inclusion8 decks61 decks
8%synergy
Kor Sanctifiers
13%inclusion8 decks61 decks
13%synergy
Grand Abolisher
13%inclusion8 decks61 decks
-6%synergy
Leonin Shikari
13%inclusion8 decks61 decks
11%synergy
Kitesail Apprentice
13%inclusion8 decks61 decks
13%synergy
Cid, Freeflier Pilot
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
8%synergy
Brass Squire
11%inclusion7 decks61 decks
9%synergy
Knight of the White Orchid
11%inclusion7 decks61 decks
-16%synergy
Indomitable Archangel
10%inclusion6 decks61 decks
8%synergy
Heliod's Pilgrim
10%inclusion6 decks61 decks
6%synergy
Relic Seeker
10%inclusion6 decks61 decks
8%synergy
Lion Sash
10%inclusion6 decks61 decks
4%synergy
Thunderous Orator
10%inclusion6 decks61 decks
10%synergy
Ondu Spiritdancer
10%inclusion6 decks61 decks
8%synergy
Cliff Threader
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
8%synergy
Mesa Enchantress
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
2%synergy
Cliffside Rescuer
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
8%synergy
Kor Hookmaster
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
8%synergy
Marsh Threader
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
8%synergy
Cloud, Midgar Mercenary
7.1%inclusion3 decks42 decks
2%synergy
Pearl-Ear, Imperial Advisor
6.7%inclusion4 decks60 decks
2%synergy
Dawnglare Invoker
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
6%synergy
Kor Blademaster
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
6%synergy
Éowyn, Lady of Rohan
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
5%synergy
Serra Ascendant
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
-6%synergy
Stone Haven Pilgrim
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
7%synergy
Mother of Runes
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
-14%synergy
Instants
Generous Gift
33%inclusion20 decks61 decks
-10%synergy
Dispatch
26%inclusion16 decks61 decks
19%synergy
Disenchant
23%inclusion14 decks61 decks
6%synergy
Dawn Charm
21%inclusion13 decks61 decks
13%synergy
Reprieve
21%inclusion13 decks61 decks
-1%synergy
Stroke of Midnight
20%inclusion12 decks61 decks
-6%synergy
Return to Dust
16%inclusion10 decks61 decks
8%synergy
Mana Tithe
10%inclusion6 decks61 decks
-2%synergy
Flawless Maneuver
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
-17%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
-4%synergy
Settle the Wreckage
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
3%synergy
Angel's Grace
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
2%synergy
Battlefield Improvisation
5.2%inclusion3 decks58 decks
4%synergy
Sorceries
Divine Reckoning
25%inclusion15 decks61 decks
21%synergy
Single Combat
21%inclusion13 decks61 decks
16%synergy
Wrath of God
21%inclusion13 decks61 decks
6%synergy
Secret Rendezvous
20%inclusion12 decks61 decks
6%synergy
Brilliant Restoration
18%inclusion11 decks61 decks
14%synergy
Austere Command
16%inclusion10 decks61 decks
-12%synergy
Idyllic Tutor
13%inclusion8 decks61 decks
5%synergy
Gift of Estates
11%inclusion7 decks61 decks
5%synergy
Winds of Rath
11%inclusion7 decks61 decks
7%synergy
Cut a Deal
11%inclusion7 decks61 decks
-3%synergy
Avatar's Wrath
10%inclusion2 decks20 decks
2%synergy
Vanquish the Horde
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
-4%synergy
Retether
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
3%synergy
Nomads' Assembly
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
5%synergy
Unfinished Business
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
5%synergy
Utility Artifacts
Bloodforged Battle-Axe
39%inclusion24 decks61 decks
36%synergy
Masterwork of Ingenuity
38%inclusion23 decks61 decks
33%synergy
Mask of Memory
38%inclusion23 decks61 decks
30%synergy
Sword of Feast and Famine
36%inclusion22 decks61 decks
30%synergy
Maul of the Skyclaves
34%inclusion21 decks61 decks
32%synergy
Shadowspear
33%inclusion20 decks61 decks
23%synergy
Nettlecyst
31%inclusion19 decks61 decks
28%synergy
Sword of Fire and Ice
31%inclusion19 decks61 decks
26%synergy
Mithril Coat
31%inclusion19 decks61 decks
23%synergy
Hammer of Nazahn
31%inclusion19 decks61 decks
26%synergy
Leyline Axe
31%inclusion16 decks52 decks
27%synergy
Pearl Medallion
30%inclusion18 decks61 decks
-30%synergy
Sword of Forge and Frontier
30%inclusion18 decks61 decks
26%synergy
Plate Armor
28%inclusion17 decks61 decks
27%synergy
Kaldra Compleat
28%inclusion17 decks61 decks
25%synergy
Sword of Hearth and Home
28%inclusion17 decks61 decks
20%synergy
Sword of Body and Mind
28%inclusion17 decks61 decks
26%synergy
Thran Power Suit
26%inclusion16 decks61 decks
21%synergy
Fireshrieker
25%inclusion15 decks61 decks
23%synergy
Celestial Armor
23%inclusion12 decks52 decks
20%synergy
Explorer's Scope
23%inclusion14 decks61 decks
21%synergy
Genji Glove
23%inclusion9 decks40 decks
17%synergy
Sword of Light and Shadow
21%inclusion13 decks61 decks
19%synergy
Darksteel Plate
21%inclusion13 decks61 decks
18%synergy
Excalibur, Sword of Eden
20%inclusion12 decks59 decks
17%synergy
Champion's Helm
20%inclusion12 decks61 decks
16%synergy
Sword of War and Peace
20%inclusion12 decks61 decks
18%synergy
Lightning Greaves
20%inclusion12 decks61 decks
-8%synergy
Buster Sword
19%inclusion8 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Aettir and Priwen
17%inclusion7 decks42 decks
14%synergy
Sword of Sinew and Steel
16%inclusion10 decks61 decks
14%synergy
Archaeomancer's Map
16%inclusion10 decks61 decks
-8%synergy
Adaptive Omnitool
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
14%synergy
Sword of Truth and Justice
15%inclusion9 decks61 decks
13%synergy
Trailblazer's Boots
15%inclusion9 decks61 decks
11%synergy
Sword of Hours
15%inclusion9 decks61 decks
14%synergy
Grafted Exoskeleton
15%inclusion9 decks61 decks
14%synergy
Rogue's Gloves
13%inclusion8 decks61 decks
11%synergy
Helm of the Host
13%inclusion8 decks61 decks
9%synergy
Dragonfire Blade
12%inclusion5 decks42 decks
11%synergy
Brotherhood Regalia
12%inclusion7 decks59 decks
8%synergy
Golem-Skin Gauntlets
11%inclusion7 decks61 decks
10%synergy
Skullclamp
11%inclusion7 decks61 decks
-5%synergy
Robe of Stars
11%inclusion7 decks61 decks
7%synergy
Sword of Wealth and Power
11%inclusion7 decks61 decks
10%synergy
Captain's Claws
11%inclusion7 decks61 decks
11%synergy
Hero's Blade
11%inclusion7 decks61 decks
10%synergy
Quietus Spike
10%inclusion6 decks61 decks
9%synergy
Sword of Kaldra
10%inclusion6 decks61 decks
9%synergy
Grappling Hook
10%inclusion6 decks61 decks
9%synergy
Enchantments
Land Tax
30%inclusion18 decks61 decks
-2%synergy
Forge Anew
28%inclusion17 decks61 decks
22%synergy
Spirit Mantle
26%inclusion16 decks61 decks
19%synergy
Armored Ascension
26%inclusion16 decks61 decks
20%synergy
Ghostly Prison
26%inclusion16 decks61 decks
6%synergy
Mantle of the Ancients
25%inclusion15 decks61 decks
15%synergy
Timely Ward
21%inclusion13 decks61 decks
14%synergy
Super State
21%inclusion8 decks39 decks
16%synergy
Darksteel Mutation
20%inclusion12 decks61 decks
2%synergy
Hyena Umbra
20%inclusion12 decks61 decks
13%synergy
With Great Power...
17%inclusion5 decks30 decks
8%synergy
Ethereal Armor
16%inclusion10 decks61 decks
8%synergy
Authority of the Consuls
15%inclusion9 decks61 decks
-6%synergy
Blind Obedience
15%inclusion9 decks61 decks
4%synergy
Eldrazi Conscription
13%inclusion8 decks61 decks
11%synergy
Light of Promise
13%inclusion8 decks61 decks
9%synergy
Angelic Gift
11%inclusion7 decks61 decks
6%synergy
Unquestioned Authority
10%inclusion6 decks61 decks
4%synergy
Angelic Destiny
10%inclusion6 decks61 decks
5%synergy
Daybreak Coronet
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
2%synergy
Pacifism
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
6%synergy
Celestial Mantle
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
6%synergy
Brave the Sands
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
3%synergy
Retreat to Emeria
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
7%synergy
Benevolent Blessing
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
3%synergy
Sage's Reverie
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
2%synergy
Guildscorn Ward
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
8%synergy
Banishing Light
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
5%synergy
Sheltered by Ghosts
7.4%inclusion4 decks54 decks
1%synergy
Songbirds' Blessing
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
4%synergy
Pariah
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
-1%synergy
Flowering of the White Tree
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
-6%synergy
Felidar Umbra
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
5%synergy
Rule of Law
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
3%synergy
Battle Mastery
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
2%synergy
Spirit Link
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
2%synergy
Trouble in Pairs
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
-8%synergy
Oblivion Ring
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
4%synergy
Planeswalkers
Nahiri, the Lithomancer
36%inclusion22 decks61 decks
35%synergy
Utility Lands
Rogue's Passage
41%inclusion25 decks61 decks
14%synergy
Temple of the False God
25%inclusion15 decks61 decks
13%synergy
Buried Ruin
20%inclusion12 decks61 decks
10%synergy
Inventors' Fair
18%inclusion11 decks61 decks
11%synergy
Reliquary Tower
18%inclusion11 decks61 decks
-6%synergy
Emeria, the Sky Ruin
18%inclusion11 decks61 decks
-20%synergy
Ancient Den
16%inclusion10 decks61 decks
11%synergy
Hall of Heliod's Generosity
15%inclusion9 decks61 decks
3%synergy
War Room
13%inclusion8 decks61 decks
-23%synergy
Nykthos, Shrine to Nyx
13%inclusion8 decks61 decks
-19%synergy
Urza's Tower
10%inclusion6 decks61 decks
9%synergy
Urza's Mine
10%inclusion6 decks61 decks
9%synergy
Secluded Steppe
10%inclusion6 decks61 decks
-3%synergy
Urza's Power Plant
10%inclusion6 decks61 decks
9%synergy
Ishgard, the Holy See
10%inclusion4 decks42 decks
0%synergy
Monumental Henge
8.3%inclusion5 decks60 decks
-5%synergy
Kor Haven
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
3%synergy
Roadside Reliquary
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
6%synergy
Urza's Saga
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
-3%synergy
Scavenger Grounds
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
0%synergy
Maze of Ith
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
2%synergy
Minas Tirith
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
-21%synergy
Castle Ardenvale
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
-12%synergy
Adagia, Windswept Bastion
5.4%inclusion2 decks37 decks
-2%synergy
Abandoned Air Temple
5.0%inclusion1 decks20 decks
-8%synergy
Mana Artifacts
Sol Ring
77%inclusion47 decks61 decks
-6%synergy
Arcane Signet
44%inclusion27 decks61 decks
-14%synergy
Mind Stone
33%inclusion20 decks61 decks
5%synergy
Marble Diamond
18%inclusion11 decks61 decks
-2%synergy
Thought Vessel
18%inclusion11 decks61 decks
2%synergy
The Aetherspark
16%inclusion8 decks49 decks
13%synergy
Thran Dynamo
15%inclusion9 decks61 decks
9%synergy
Commander's Sphere
11%inclusion7 decks61 decks
3%synergy
Extraplanar Lens
10%inclusion6 decks61 decks
5%synergy
Gauntlet of Power
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
5%synergy
Throne of Eldraine
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
-7%synergy
Fellwar Stone
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
-1%synergy
Worn Powerstone
6.6%inclusion4 decks61 decks
3%synergy
Lands
Plains
95%inclusion58 decks61 decks
2%synergy
Myriad Landscape
20%inclusion12 decks61 decks
-9%synergy
Command Tower
16%inclusion10 decks61 decks
9%synergy
Path of Ancestry
11%inclusion7 decks61 decks
-4%synergy
Evolving Wilds
10%inclusion6 decks61 decks
5%synergy
Terramorphic Expanse
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
5%synergy
Sejiri Shelter
8.2%inclusion5 decks61 decks
-4%synergy
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